while raising children to be strong, happy, healthy and creative individuals. There are gorgeous hot springs that overlook the ocean, an art barn and kids center and even that special Esalen massage (if you have had one, you know what I am talking about)! If you are interested in taking a vacation that also helps your family connect with each other in a mindful way, then check out the amazing workshops and family retreats that Esalen has to offer. They get my highest rating for the most mindful conscious family travel spot! www.esalen.org
Estancia La Jolla This gorgeous “green� hotel and spa is lush with wild flowers, succulents, organic fare, and inspired by upcycled projects the employees create to reuse everything! My Bamboo partner, Ashley, and I, along
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with our families, had the amazing opportunity to stay at Estancia, and learn more about how serious they are about environmental consciousness all while providing a relaxing and beautiful experience for
their guests. We were treated to amazing spa treatments where organic products are used and ate pretty fantastic food too! Estancia also has battery stations placed throughout the employee areas for staff to recycle their home batteries!