Hot Springs, Arkansas

While you are planning your vacation this year, think about going to Hot Springs, Arkansas.  There is a little bit of something for everyone.  The beauty of the parks is amazing, but if you are ready to do something different, then you will want to go there.  The museums, art galleries, day spas and nightlife are only a few of things that will make your vacation exciting.

If you love learning and seeing beautiful things, you will definitely want to take in the art galleries and museums.  If you time your trip right, you can make it when one of the Arkansas art shows is going on.  Historic downtown Hot Springs offers a wide array of galleries and museums.  Some are Victorian, while others display twentieth Century art.  The American Art Gallery has 4,000 square feet of exhibition space.  There are two floors of works from many different artists and many different styles.  Quite a few of the artists are showcases from the South Central Region of the United States.  This gallery is noted for its unique and unusual artwork. 

If you like pottery, visit Dryden Pottery Factory. Walk through the factory and see collectible art ware from mid-Americal clays and Aransas quartz.  If this isn’t enough for you, Fox Pass Pottery is open as well.  You can find it in the rustic and serene woodlands very close to the Hot Springs National Park.  There you can find one of a kind pieces of pottery.  They make many pieces of functional pottery as well including vases, teapots, mugs, dinnerware or pitchers.  The dishwasher safe, durable and chip resistant pottery makes great souvenirs or everyday items for your home. 

If spending a day in the spa is something you have never done, then treat yourself to a day in one of the many Hot Springs spas.  Nurture Day Spa and Yoga Studio have everything you could want in a day spa.  Take classes like Yoga, Zumba dance, Pilates or Meditation.  After you have taken your class, treat yourself to a facial or a massage.  Many of the locals enjoy customized chemical exfoliation.  Want to bring your spouse in for a massage?  Get couples massage and body treatment together. What a relaxing way to spend the day.  

For those that really want a quiet retreat together, make an appointment for the Swan Song Spa.  Here, couples are together throughout their entire experience.  Your private spa experience will include a Jacuzzi bath, candle light and a day of romance.  They offer a complete menu of relaxation services for men and women.  Hot Springs, Arkansas should be in your calendar of places to go this year.  You will feel like you entered a whole new world.