Tucked within the Topatopa Mountains in the mystical Ojai Valley, the iconic Ojai Valley Inn continues to redefine luxury, beckoning travelers since its opening in 1923 to the tranquil setting known as “Shangri La.” Known for its vortex of spiritual energy alongside the legendary Forbes Five-Star Spa Ojai, Ojai Valley Inn is the perfect getaway for those seeking a rejuvenating new year reset or transformative, all-encompassing wellness experience the new year.
At Spa Ojai, guests are invited to enjoy 31,000 square feet of luxury in the heart of Ojai Valley Inn’s serene Spa Village. The Spa Village comprises two pools, a fully equipped gym, Mind & Body classes, Spa Boutique, Artist Cottage & Apothecary and Spa Café offering a menu of fresh, healthy indulgences. Creating a true sense of place, guests are able to explore their creative consciousness, nourish the body, inspire mindful renewal and challenge one’s physical endurance, all amidst a natural setting of oak trees, fresh lavender and idyllic vistas. In addition the resort offers an abundance of freshly renewed settings, championship-caliber golf, world-class dining and event spaces, kid-friendly programming, and amenities for inspired escapes including guided hikes, bike tours, rock climbing and more.
To round out Ojai Valley Inn’s more traditional wellness offerings, spiritual counselor, resident healer and psychic, Nancy Furst offers inspirational wisdom and guidance to support guests on their paths to healing and enlightenment. After studying with Native American tribes for nearly a decade, Nancy’s expertise includes Native American traditions and ceremonies. Through these ancient methods, she channels her psychic abilities and intuitions to bridge the spiritual divide and guides people to achieve deeper inner connection. Guests of Ojai Valley Inn can experience customized sessions such as:
- Private Kuyam Experience: Kuyam, a Chumash Native American Indian word that means “a place to rest together,” combines the therapeutic effects of self applied desert clay infused with essential oils, intense dry heat and inhalation therapy. In a sauna-like environment, the journey is guided by a traditional Chumash narrative. This unique detoxifying experience is concluded with a refreshing rinse and presentation of herbal tea while your body core temperature cools.
- Spiritual Counseling weaving a personalized experience of heart and soul to illuminate the mind and engage deep connectivity.
- Cleansing sage rituals to guide people into a process of letting go and receiving.
- Meditative journey through drumming and Native American prayer song, which helps people to connect with themselves and create a psychic connection with spirits.
- Psychic reading with Native American cards and crystals, which are designed to heal, enlighten and empower guests to transform their consciousness.
For those who like to sit back, relax and indulge, Ojai Valley Inn is also the ideal culinary destination hosting its annual Ojai Food + Wine festival March 13 to 16 – a three-day epicurean event featuring more than 50 top chefs and 100 wineries from around the world including legendary Chef Alice Waters. Attendees can expect an all-star Michelin and James Beard awarded lineup along with future legends of the culinary world. Over the course of five days, Ojai Food + Wine will hold over 40 world-class events including a Grand Tasting at The Farmhouse featuring 15 chefs each day and more than 100 wineries throughout the weekend with a spotlight on regional California wineries. Enthusiasts of food and wine can book their stay via one of three ticket packages now at https://www.ojaifoodandwine.com/tickets.
