Spas probably aren`t the first thing one thinks of when contemplating a visit to New Hampshire USA, but the beautiful landscape for which the state is known is becoming dotted with new, cutting edge spas å- the rebirth of The Wentworth is one of them.

Since 1874, the Wentworth has welcomed social, business and political leaders from around the world. This year, restorations will return Wentworth by the Sea to its former glories, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, as it becomes a premier Marriott Hotel & Spa in the spring of 2003.

Closed for many years, the one time playground of the wealthy and famous has come back to life as a 161 room full service resort hotel managed by Marriott.  Included in this resurrection is a 10,000 sq-ft spa in the Wentworth`s east wing, with fitness centre and indoor pool. Five treatment rooms, plus relaxation rooms are part of the new facility. In addition to traditional European style massage, services include Ayurvedic treatments focusing on internal cleansing. Wentworth also has a spa package just for men, wedding parties, and mothers to be.

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