Esalen
5 ratings since posting on Tuesday, January 27, 2004|
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Neil
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Spent 5 years there... changed my life. It's one of the most amazing places in the world. Hot tubs create a different kind of relationship to life. A slowing down. A dropping in. There's also phenomenal workshops and an amazing workscholar program. Good luck to everyone on your journeys through life. Albert PS. Incidentally, for any who have lived, worked, or studied at Esalen, there's an Alumni Group forming here: www.ithou.org/Esalen - Albert , posted 11/18/06 |
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You MUST check out esalen. The hot tubs are gorgeous, especially at night under the starry sky overlooking the pacific ocean. The massage is excellent too, well worth the $. Have a great time, Big Sur is probably my favorite place on earth. - jacqui , posted 02/16/06 |
 This is an awesome place for a relaxing weekend. The institute offers excellent workshops and a stunning Pacific Ocean backdrop. This is a place to devote time to working on the inner self as well as the outer tan. The food is above average and it's all inclusive. Esalen is similiar to Harbin Hotsprings in that there is a spiritual component to the place. There seems to be an embrace of eastern religions. While I love this place it does not have quite the diversity that Harbin has. This is a very expensive place and draws guests who reflect that demographic. - Journey , posted 01/16/06 |
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The Esalen Institute is just a short drive down Hwy 1 in Big Sur and poised along the epic cliffs of the California coast. They hold regular Meditation and Yoga focused workshops and lots of other programs throughout the year. The workshops can be pricey, but they also have a work/study program, check the website www.esalen.org for details. They also have invented their own world-class style of massage and have hot springs perched along those aforementioned cliffs that make for a sublime soak. - Dona , posted 12/29/05 |
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www.esalen.org/ www.harbin.org/ there are tons of workshops, pick on that sounds interesting to you. let me know if you have more questions, good luck! - jamie , posted 07/24/05 |
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Naked. Mineral baths. Massages.
Go South - Esalen. Naked. Mineral baths. Massages. Pass out on pillows. Stone tubs on cliffs. 100 feet over the ocean. Overnight deals. Inexpensive. Go to www.esalen.org for details. or Go North - Sea Ranch. Ocean. Sunset. Sunrise. Hot tub. Great hikes. Great drive up and down. Oysters on the way. For price of B&B you get whole house to yourself. or Go East - 2 people. Leave Friday afternoon. Arrive Friday night. ~45 hours stay. No bags. No hotel. ~$580-620. New York City baby. Jet Blue. - The Bayou , posted 05/10/04 |
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Massage offers great food and access to the tubs
Yes yes and yes on the Esalen Hot Springs. I was there in the Fall after a week of off roading in and around the Death Valley. If you aren't staying there you can usually get a massage that includes great food and access to the tubs. MOst beautiful sunset I have ever seen. Enjoy the Ride... - Kristine , posted 04/11/04 |
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Hit the Eslaen Hot Tubs late
Be sure to hit Esalen hot tubs late night...it is very lax and no one will harsh your proverbial mellow. An incredible spot! You might inquire about staying there too...it is in the $150 range and includes 2 organic, community meals. - Neil , posted 01/27/04 |
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Check the Hot Springs Eternal Tribe
A non-recommendation is the Big Sur River Inn, unless you stay in one of the rooms directly facing the river. We stayed in a room in the "cabins" across route 1. We kept being awakened by the rodents running in the walls and in the crawlspace under the room. Then again, if you go in the winter, maybe they'd still be hibernating :) I recommend the brunch at Ventana. It's not cheap, but it's very nice. I thought I read some stuff on Esalen in the Hot Springs Eternal tribe. Try posting your question there otherwise. - Sophie , posted 01/26/04 |
