Sarasota's salons and spas offer up relaxation and air-conditioned bliss you can't find at the beach. Indulge with a day of beauty or take a load off with a spa pedicure. Whether you're looking for a pick-me-up or a new you, you'll find it one of our salons or spas.

The Ritz-Carlton Members Spa Club gives its members and Ritz-Carlton hotel guests special treatment. The spa features treatment rooms, saunas, steam rooms and whirlpools, in addition to lounges, products with all organic ingredients and special relaxation rituals.

Relaxation rituals include foot baths, ocean and earth infusion baths and a river bath for two. You can even take a Vichy rain shower. Thirty minute rituals range from $60-$130.

The Ritz-Carlton is located at 1111 Ritz-Carlton Dr., Sarasota. For membership information, call 941 (309) 2521. To peruse the spa and services, visit www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Sarasota/Spa/Default.htm.

Spa Hollywood gives Sarasota visitors and locals the Hollywood treatment. Indulge in the spa's signature facial, which helps fight signs of aging, or have a glass of champagne while getting a pedicure. A variety of luxurious services include organic spray tanning, stress relief massages and Hollywood-style packages. Salon services include hair extensions, couture cuts and the usual offerings. Nail extensions and even dental services are also available. Spa Hollywood and Sterling Dental are teaming up to bring teeth whitening services to you for a discounted price.

Spa Hollywood is located at 5780 Swift Road, Sarasota. Call (94) 927-2635 or visit www.spahollywood.com.

Take a break from shopping at Westfield Southgate and recharge at the conveniently located Body & Spirit. Its prime spot just outside the entrance of the mall makes it the perfect spot to unwind after a day on your feet. The spa offers massages, facials, body treatments, skin care treatments, waxing and nail services for both men and women. Massage packages are specifically geared to a variety of clientele, from expecting mothers to athletes.

Mothers-to-be in their second or third trimesters can unwind with a massage, pedicure and lunch package that lasts for two and a half hours ($185), chocolate lovers can indulge in the Divinia Chocolate Massage, a 50-minute chocolate-scented massage ($95) and those in need of a whole day of pampering can treat themselves to the five and a half hour day of aromatherapy massage, body polish, cleansing facial, manicure, pedicure and lunch ($430).

Body & Spirit is an award-winning spa, recognized as one of Sarasota's best by the Sarasota Herald Tribune and Sarasota Magazine.

Body & Spirit is located at 500 Southgate Plaza, Sarasota (at Westfield Southgate). Call (94) 921-1388 or visit www.bodyandspirit.net.

Sarasota and Venice visitors can both enjoy the salon and spa services at James Griffith Salon. With locations in both Sarasota and Venice, as well as nearby Boca Grande, the fashionable salon offers top-notch hair, waxing and nail services and skin treatments. The very personable James Griffith himself is often at the Venice location.

The Sarasota salon is located at 4011 Clark Rd. Call this new location at (941) 921-2665. The Venice salon is located at 257 S. Tamiami Trail. Call (941) 484-2665. Visit www.jamesgriffithsalon.com for more information.

Nuovo also offers three convenient locations across Sarasota. At the Landings location, include in 30-90 minute massages. Facial treatments and hand massages are also available. You can also create your own customized salon and spa package. Salon coordinators can help plan your day of indulgence featuring limo service, champagne and anything else your heart desires.

Nuovo Salon is located downtown at 1421 1st St. in Sarasota; (941) 684-9200. Nuovo Salon & Spa is also located at 4952 S. Tamiami Trl.; (941) 684-0414. Nuovo Lifestyle Salon at Westfield Southgate is at 3501 S. Tamiami Trl.; (941) 955-2599. Visit www.nuovosalongroup.com.

Combine salon services and shopping at the classy and trendy Marmalade Salon & Boutique. Located at Osprey and Hillview, this quaint spot has fashionable duds, fun jewelry and a full range of hair services and more.

Marmalade is located at 1928 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota. Call (941) 362-3617 and visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/MarmaladeSalon. 

For the ultimate in relaxation, head down to North Port for a day at Warm Mineral Springs. Rumored to be the sought-after "fountain of youth," Warm Mineral Springs is known for its high mineral content and consistently warm 87-degree waters. Thought to relieve stress and skin conditions, the springs are the perfect spot to unwind and heal. The waters constantly refresh themselves, making it clean and safe to swim and drink from the fountains. There is also an on-site spa providing massage and acupuncture.

From Sarasota, take Interstate 75 south to exit 191 (River Road). Take River Road west and turn left at U.S. 41. Turn left on Ortiz Boulevard in North Port; call (941) 426-1692 or visit www.warmmineralsprings.com