Need a rec for a resort like Body Holiday St. Lucia but closer to California
My mom is retiring and having a hip replacement in June and once she is back on her feet we want to do a relaxing family trip in August (F72, F37, M33)
I have been to Body Holiday in St. Lucia and absolutely loved it, but right now it’s just a bit too far for her - she will be coming from a small airport in Southern California so no matter what has to have a layover somewhere, but St. Lucia was 2+ layovers and flight options only once per week so just not totally feasible right now.
Things we are looking for:
- All inclusive food and alcohol
- Smaller resort/boutique hotel feel - we like getting to know other guests and staff
- Good quality food is important, don’t love a buffet.
- Tropical/beach location
- Included water activities would be great (kayaks, surfing, sailing, scuba, etc…) - must for my brother as he likely won’t partake in any of the spa stuff
- Spa treatments - ideally included like Body Holiday, but inclusion isn’t a dealbreaker.
- Within one layover from SoCal, so stop in Phoenix, LAX, SFO, Denver, Houston - my moms airport has a direct to all of those airports
- adults only
The wellness aspect is less important to us- we might partake in some yoga if my moms hip is feeling good, but we really just want to relax with a cocktail in the sun and spend time together.
Please send recs!
Edit: Should have mentioned budget, ideally below $800/person per night. Would love a spot that doesn’t up charge for solo rooms since my brother for sure needs his own room and my mom and I would prefer separate if feasible.