UNH pool and spas nearing federal approval
The University of New Hampshire's pool and spa facilities are close to meeting the new federal standards set forth in the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act. The act imposes mandatory requirements for suction entrapment avoidance measures, so pools and spas can be used safely.

Canyon Ranch opens spa in Miami Beach
MIAMI -- One of the country's best-known luxury spas, Canyon Ranch, has opened a new resort in Miami Beach. ...

Cocooning Makes a Comeback
A new wave of "Cocooning" has emerged around the globe prompting homeowners to search for outdoor furnishings and at home activities such as those offered by Cal Spas, a leading manufacturer of hot tubs, barbecue islands and a complete range of home resort products. (PRWeb Dec 5, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/CalSpas/Cocooning/prweb1709784.htm

Research and Markets: A Portfolio Analysis of the Health Spas Industry in the UK: With Profiles of the Top 61 ...
Research and Markets ( http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/eb6071/health_spas_uk ) has announced the addition of the " Health Spas (UK) - Portfolio Analysis " report to their offering.

A Turn to the East
Stowe is a popular ski resort in Vermont which also offers luxury acommodations.

Is Chrysler simply looking for a mate?
Senator Bob Corker of Tennessee said that the company's parent was more interested in finding a merger partner than building a viable automaker for the long term.

Is Chrysler Simply Looking for a Mate? That?s the Take of a Tennessee Senator
Senator Bob Corker said that the company?s parent was more interested in finding a merger partner than building a viable automaker for the long term.

Cheap Gift Certificates to Chicago Restaurants and Spas, etc.
How about a $50 gift certificate to Opera ( read about Chef Beverly Kim and see pictures of the food here )... that costs $10 ? Or a $50 gift certificate to Edwardo's Pizza for $15? Kohan 's $50 gift certificate costs $15 ( pictures of food here ). Buy them here. We've purchased from them many, many times. Sign up to hear about more offers and get notified when more places offer up cheap ...

Congress to Require Compliance with American National Standard for Safer Swimming Pools
Assuring consumer protection, legislation mandates compliance with ANS and provides guidelines for required suction outlet fittings and covers for swimming pools and spas. As established in the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, all fittings and covers manufactured, distributed, or sold in the U.S. must comply with ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007, Suction Fittings for Use in Swimming Pools, ...

Retail Report: Shops for lavender-lovers
Pelindaba Lavender cultivates more than 25,000 plants on several fields. About 240 products are handmade on site and sold at four signature stores in the Puget Sound area, as well as online at www.pelindabalavender.com

Global financial crisis hurts travel industry
The tourists chatting in multiple languages in the piazzas, bars and shops of Rome belie a more somber mood at the ancient city's hotels.

Sports shorts: Dec. 5, 2008
Fesette's, Maliniak, Gratto's win in hoops PLATTSBURGH ? Shane Parliament scored 20 points, Doug Beebe added 15 and Gary Fesette chipped in with 13 to lead Fesette Realty to a 70-41 victory over Handy Dandy Home Improvement in the City of Plattsburgh Over 30 Basketball League.

Fashion
Holly Aiken handbags.

Geneva massage therapist accused of inappropriate touching
GENEVA ? A Geneva massage therapist is scheduled to appear in court today to face the accusation that he inappropriately touched a female client during a November massage.

Qatar?s QR1bn theme park
DOHA: Qatar will get a multi-million-dollar cutting-edge theme park by the middle of 2012. The country?s first five-star ?get away destination? will be launched within the Qatar Entertainment City (QEC) with the support of the major theme park operator Six Flags Inc.

How Spas Manage Stress
So you want to escape from the economic malaise and set your mind adrift with a 50- minute deep facial or a 50-minute deep massage for $95 each.

Amira El-Naqeeb
Tired of the same old five-star resorts? Fancy a different vacation by the sea? Join Mohamed El-Hebeishy as he heads for the undiscovered Kenyan Coast

Staff Writer
BioSante Pharmaceuticals Inc. has entered an agreement with Azur Pharma Ltd. to market Elestrin (estradiol gel) in the U.S. to treat moderate-to-severe hot flashes in menopausal women, a deal that could bring in up to $144.5 million for BioSante plus double-digit royalties.

Even Cooler: Executive Gift Guide, Part II
From fine wine to the latest in digital media, this follow-up to our 2008 holiday gift guide contains items that will dazzle the recipient . . . even if it's a gift for yourself.

"i'm going to change the look of Bellingham Center'
BELLINGHAM ? Going, going, gone. Demolition crews razed part of another historical property on Tuesday, the second in the past two days, for future commercial development.