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“Escape To Shape” Traveling Fitness & Cultural Spa
The 2010 Calendar
New York, NY, June 2009 – Escape To Shape, the exclusive traveling fitness spa and cultural resort, announces their 2010 calendar. With top worldwide destinations, such as Buzios in Brazil; Marrakech in Morocco; St. Petersburg in Russia; Taormina in Sicily, Cartagena de Indias in Colombia and the Galapagos Islands, next year promises even more enticing escapes for those looking to get in shape, meet new friends, and experience a new culture all in one action-packed, adventurous, yet luxurious, week.
Yoga guru, travel and fitness expert and entrepreneur Erica Gragg is one of the founders of Escape to Shape and offers guests the vast knowledge of her yoga expertise, cultural insight and intricate organization skills. Known for teaching a very powerful, yet playful "Vinyasa" flow, Erica’s practice is inspired by the subtle to the grand discoveries each individual makes through their practice. With classes set to music, from tribal, to lounge to classic rock songs, guests are able to find their own personal rhythm and expression through each asana. Erica was the co-creator of the acclaimed fitness program Bikini Boot Camp and is the author of Bikini Boot Camp - Two Weeks To Your Ultimate Beach Body. Erica is now enjoying a new journey with Escape to Shape and is lured by the opportunity to travel and experience new cultures while pursuing her true passion, teaching. Erica strongly believes that each and every person can make a difference, even in the seemingly smallest of ways, and that life is meant to be lived and enjoyed, each and every breathe to the fullest.
Each Escape To Shape week features yoga and exercise classes taught by acclaimed teachers from around the globe. For a complete schedule of teachers and their biographies please visit http://www.escapetoshape.com/guest.html
ESCAPE TO SHAPE’s program is a combination of:
- Luxurious, 5-star accommodations
- A total body workout, including yoga and/or Pilates, circuit training and hiking
- Delicious, organic local cuisine
- Cultural excursions and activities- from language classes to dance lessons
- Spa Treatments
ESCAPE TO SHAPE’s accommodations, cuisine, excursions and spa treatments reflect the culture of each unique country they visit. The number of guests is limited so that everyone receives the attention and quality of service they expect and deserve.
ESCAPE TO SHAPE has quickly become the exclusive holiday for celebrities, socialites and all those in the know. Live-in trainers, private yoga gurus, personal culinary chefs and a limited amount of availability ensure that each guest’s fitness goals and unique personal needs are met. Since Escape to Shape launched in 2006, this cultivated team of international and highly professional guides and fitness experts has provided healthy holidays to numerous travelers from around the world. Each Escape offers guests the combined opportunity to discover a new culture, meet new people, expand the mind and get in shape, all in the same vacation!
ESCAPE TO SHAPE makes an effort to leave fingerprints, rather than footprints, on the environment in each location they select, while never compromising on luxury or style. All fruits, vegetables, meats and dairy products are organic and supplied from local producers. All excursion guides, chefs and staff are hand selected - the very best in their field- and trained by Escape To Shape, so as to support the local community and economy. Many of the Escape To Shape locations are self-sustained, utilizing solar and wind energy.
Price and Details
A week is priced at $3,000 US per person (unless otherwise noted) and includes:
Seven night accommodation based on double occupancy (we pair with a roommate if solo, private rooms available at a supplemental rate). Each room is spacious with an in-suite bathroom and air conditioning.
Daily Vinyasa yoga taught by inspiring and fun teachers.
Hikes throughout the week to various locations.
Cooking classes focusing on healthy ways to prepare the foods of the region at home.
Pilates’ based body- sculpting classes.
Cultural excursions reflective of the region, such as a guided historical tour of the Marrakech Medina; a private curator tour of the Hermitage and subway stations in St. Petersburg and a dip in the volcanic mud baths in Cartagena de Indias).
Cultural activities reflective of each region, such as Belly Dancing lessons in Marrakech; Spanish language lessons in Cartagena de Indias; caviar and vodka tastings in St. Petersburg and capoeira lessons in Brazil.
Each person receives one massage.
All meals- the tasty, low-fat, high fiber meal plan consists of chemical free, local foods- fresh fish, lean meats, creative salads, fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
The option of a GIVE BACK element is available at most Escape To Shape locations, providing guests the opportunity to give back to the local community.
Round trip transportation to and from the local airport to the private accommodations.
Tax.
Shorter programs are offered, based on availability.
The above rate does not include air transportation or alcohol. Gratuity is at the discretion of the guest.
ESCAPE TO SHAPE also specializes in customized birthday, bachelorette and anniversary parties, having planned special events such as “Escape To Shop” in Marrakech for an International designer and his design team; a 40th birthday Escape in Cartagena for a group of girlfriends; a golf bachelor party, corporate incentives and team building Escapes and a Burning Man Escape for a small group of friends. For information and photos on these and other special Escapes, please inquire.
About Escape to Shape
ESCAPE TO SHAPE was founded in 2006 to provide luxurious vacations that combine comfort, culture and fitness at exceptional destinations around the world, while respecting the environment along the way. A traveling spa, the locations change throughout the year and provide guests the opportunity to discover a new history, people, food and natural wonders of various cultures while toning the body and meeting new friends along the way. Additionally, Escape To Shape selects Eco-friendly accommodations, while never compromising on luxury along the way. Past guests have enjoyed African dance lessons in Cape Town, South Africa, stepped in the footprints of Jimi Hendrix in Essaouira, Morocco, have trekked horseback through the vineyards in Colonia, Uruguay and conquered Mt. Etna in Sicily. All this combined with luxurious accommodations, delicious food, Vinyasa flow yoga classes, hikes, culinary delights, cultural discoveries and language lessons daily.
Ideal for solo travelers as well as for couples and friends, Escape To Shape takes the planning and stress out of a vacation, leaving more time for relaxation, exploration and pleasure.
Please visit the website at www.escapetoshape.com for more information. For press rates and photos please contact Cassandra Harris. Email: daddyzfavgrl@q.com. Phone: 623 327 9862
Escape to Shape
2009 / 2010 Calendar
2009
Zihuatanejo, Mexico October 4-November 15
Cartagena de Indias, Colombia November 22-December 6
2010
Buzios, Brazil February, 28-March 7
Galapagos Islands March 14-28
Marrakech, Morocco May 8-29
St. Petersburg, Russia July 17-24
Burning Man August 31-September 6
Taormina, Sicily Sept 18-October 9
Cartagena de Indias, Colombia November 20- December 2