Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa celebrates generations of history and hospitality Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa recently marked 19 years since reopening its doors following decades of closure. The occasion holds added significance as the resort celebrates 230 years since founder Dr. John Anderson purchased the land and 220 years since its first hotel room welcomed guests. To commemorate the milestone, the resort’ s history committee recreated an iconic archival photo, honoring the property’ s storied past. ISPA member Stephanie Cardwell serves as spa director at the historic resort, helping carry forward its longstanding tradition of wellness and hospitality for future generations.
QUICK TAKES Big personalities, bite-sized answers. Quick Takes rounds up ISPA members’ favorite things, small joys and go-to secrets— all in quick snapshots.
LESLY TATIANA MUNOZ AYA TATIANA WELLNESS ATELIER
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Your happy place? By the ocean at sunrise. Hidden talent? Creating a sense of calm wherever I go. A little thing that makes a big difference? Making people feel truly seen and cared for.
ANGELA ROSE AHLBOM RITUAL HOUSE AESTHETICS & WELLNESS
l Secret to staying calm? Preparation helps. Chaos feels a lot less chaotic when you’ ve built good systems ahead of time. l Theme song for your life?
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Unwritten( Natasha Bedingfield). It’ s a reminder to stop living by expectations, embrace the unknown and keep writing my own story. Best part of your workday? The conversations that happen once people relax. Earning that level of trust is one of the greatest privileges of my work. l Spirit animal? The hummingbird.
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Small-but-mighty, always moving forward, fueled by curiosity, resilience and a love of life’ s adventures. A little thing that makes a big difference? Starting each day with gratitude. It changes how I see every challenge and opportunity. Favorite spa treatment? On my day off, a great massage or facial is hard to beat!
ADAR VENYIGE DAZZLE DRY
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Your happy place? Mountain biking. l Best part of your workday?
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The first cup of coffee of the day and going through emails. Hidden talent? I can identify any state by its area code.
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