This Holiday Season, Miraval Tucson Responds to America's Growing Levels of Stress

TUCSON, Ariz., Nov. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Americans are gearing up for what will undoubtedly be one of the most stressful holiday seasons ever, compounded by worries over the troubled economy. While it's clear that these issues are taking a toll on the well-being of Americans' lives, many are searching for ways to effectively manage their stress and develop tools that will help them live healthful, productive lives -- even in tough times. With this in mind, Miraval Tucson, the innovator in living and feeling better, is responding by offering consumers specially-designed, value-driven packages that will help them escape their daily worries and develop new coping mechanisms.

Experts agree that one of the best ways to survive is to take a break -- literally. Mary Horn, Director of Nutrition and Exercise Science at Miraval Tucson, echoes that sentiment. "People tend to forget that taking care of themselves -- through diet and nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness -- is extremely important. Making small steps in these areas can make a huge difference in living and feeling better," explained Horn, while challenging yourself physically and mentally can help boost confidence and relieve symptoms.

Understanding the importance of consumers learning how to reduce stress and live life in the moment, Miraval Tucson created all-inclusive, cost-saving packages that offer special tools and techniques for bringing balance back into our lives. Current promotions include the following:

Miraval's Authentic Remedy: An all-inclusive package intended to help guests take control of their lives and manage stress. Signature experiences like the Equine Experience and the Quantum Leap, guided by expert instructors, help you understand your relationship to nature and the environment, and give you the tools to bring mindfulness to your every day. Package highlights include:

    -- Introduction to Organic Wine with complimentary wine tasting alfresco
    -- Indulge your epicurean side with daily cooking demonstrations
    -- Choice of Signature Programs such as Quantum Leap and The Equine
       Experience
    -- Enjoy a morning stretch and a desert sunset hike
    -- Upgraded accommodations available in our luxurious new sustainable
       rooms with sexy outdoor showers and oversized roman tubs for an
       additional $200 pp, per night

Prices start from $399 per person, per night, including one spa service per day (a $125 per day value) with no minimum night stay

Miraval's Fall Into a New You Package: An all-inclusive package which includes wellness and culinary activities that help you focus on weight management during stressful times. Package highlights Include:

    -- Welcome gift featuring complimentary spa products
    -- Weekly evening conversations with Miraval's lead esthetician on the Top
       10 Beauty Secrets for fall, focusing on how to prepare for a change in
       seasons
    -- Weekly cooking classes designed to help you make simple substitutions
       to your favorite recipes to cut down on fat and calories
    -- Fall Fashion Fridays featuring the hottest designs for Fall
    -- Weekly "Awesome Autumn Bottom" fitness classes
    -- Personalized beauty consultations with Miraval's make-up specialists to
       find your perfect Fall foundation
    -- Weekly ski conditioning classes to get ready for the winter season
    -- Additional wellness and culinary activities focused on stress and
       weight management during the holidays

Prices start from $599 per person, per night with no minimum night stay, including one spa service per day (a $125.00 per day value). Blackout dates apply.

All packages offer a savings of 20% - 40% over regular pricing and include roundtrip transportation from Tucson International Airport, three gourmet meals daily, unlimited snacks, evening hors d'oeuvres, and all non-alcoholic beverages, in addition to use of complete resort facilities, programs, and activities and one spa service or one round of golf up to $125 value per person, per night of stay.

Miraval Tucson offers more than 150 programs and activities, from yoga and acupuncture sessions to exhilarating ropes courses and backcountry bike riding, all intended to help guests recharge, relax, and re-balance. For more information on packages or to make a reservation, please visit www.miravalresorts.com or call 1-800-232-3969.

ABOUT MIRAVAL

Miraval(R) is the innovator in living and feeling better. Created in 1996, Miraval's flagship resort in Tucson, Arizona has been consistently rated the #1 by Travel + Leisure, Zagat Survey and Conde Nast Traveler. Miraval, a proponent of choice, offers over 150 uniquely vibrant programs and activities, all of which reflect Miraval's core philosophy of living life in the moment. The brand is expanding its reach through its network of prestigious specialists and its creation of fully integrated inspired living communities, beginning with the introduction Miraval Living, New York in 2007.

Revolution, launched by Steve Case in 2005, is Miraval's majority owner. Revolution seeks to drive transformative change by giving consumers more choice and control, thereby enabling everyone to live healthier, better lives.

For reservations, call toll-free 800.232.3969, or visit www.miravalresorts.com