In This Issue

An Afternoon With Shaun Tomson


Classical Botanicals


Tea Traditions With Harney & Sons

Looking Back, Dreaming Forward

Blues, Brews & BBQ

Master Florist, Jun Pinon

Celebrity Chef Golf Tournament

Precious Metal Clay

Best of Ojai

Rediscover the Romance

Special News for Virtuoso Travel Mart Attendees

Ojai Valley Inn & Spa’s tip list in preparation for Travel Mart 2009:
 
1) Close your eyes and think of all the magnificent places in the world. Now, journey in your mind to a secret jewel in California that is called “Ojai Valley Inn & Spa”. Sense the calm; feel the breeze; and allow your pulse to soften… This is the perfect place to restore your senses and plan a visit to before or after Vegas.
 
2) Place a small potted plant of lavender on your desk and breathe the aroma in three times a day. Water with care, and enjoy each growing bud. * You are growing too, and your travel knowledge will be increasing abundantly within a month.
 
3) Take the time to think of what you are most grateful for. Thank the people in your life; clients, family and friends… We each have something to give to one another, and we receive many gifts a day that go unnoticed. We are so grateful for how you represent Ojai. Thank you!
 
4) Feed your body with good nutrition; take a brisk walk on a garden or mountain path each day; balance exercise with deep rest; and renew your mind with profitable information. We are showcasing a wonderful variety of events here from our Arts & Leisure Series. Read about them and learn about a couple of our specials too. There will be more to share with you soon in person… Elizabeth Gould and I can’t wait to see you!

 


Jill Wojahn
Director of Leisure Sales
jill_wojahn@ojairesort.com

Elizabeth Gould
Leisure Sales Manager
elizabeth_gould@ojairesort.com

An Afternoon with World Renowned Surfer Shaun Tomson
Professional surfer, former world champion, environmentalist, actor and businessman Shaun Tomson comes to the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa on August 18th from 3-5pm to share his life’s work with all who strive to maintain a positive, balanced attitude and extend the limits of one’s own personal standards. MORE INFO

Classical Botanicals
Unleash the artist within you at the Ojai Valley Inn and Spa’s “Rendering Nature in Pencil and Watercolor” event. Enjoy four days of relaxing the mind and body with spa treatments and meditation, including Yoga and Tai Chi. Instruction at the Herb Garden will give you an opportunity to develop your sketching and painting skills, as you create your own unique work of art. MORE INFO
Tea Traditions with Harney & Sons
The Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, Arts and Leisure Masterworks Series presents an afternoon with Harney & Sons to discuss how to develop your tea palate and an insider’s view on the history and growth of Tea in the United States. Michael Harney, son of the founder of Harney & Sons Teas has just written the book, “The Harney and Sons Guide to Tea”, which is unique in candor, scope and accessibility, with the intent that this will become the classic reference and staple in the library of all tea drinkers. MORE INFO
Looking Back, Dreaming Forward: A Life Story Journey
Join us at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa for a journey of self discovery as Renate Collins, Artist in Residence, creates a one of a kind experience. Inspired by nature, listening within and exchanging creative ideas, she explores the inner world of memories, and lessons encountered that often identify the purpose and direction of one’s life.This all-inclusive three-night, four-day workshop begins with the creation of a “Personal Mandala” a ‘signature’ within our Cottage and concludes with the creation of your own personal scent through the guidance of “custom blending”. MORE INFO

Blues, Brews & BBQ
Please join us at the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa for a fun evening of Beer tasting presented by our own Firestone Vineyards, from Santa Ynez, coupled with a delectable meal prepared by Executive Chef Jamie West. Blues band by Bob Ledner.. MORE INFO

Master Florist, Jun Pinon from San Francisco
Jun Pinion will return to Ojai Valley Inn & Spa on November 4th to present his “Holiday Decorating and Design” class. The interactive event will be held from 3-5pm on November 4th and will feature many new ways to decorate your home or holiday table with a flair that is not only simplistic in nature but will give the “WOW” factor that you would like your guests to receive.On November 5th, from 5-7 pm, Jun will do a Masterworks Class, which is more detailed and structured in format. MORE INFO

Celebrity Chef Golf Tournament
PJoin us for our Celebrity Chef Golf Tournament, featuring some of the most inventive chefs on the golf course and off. You can enjoy their unique creations both at lunch and during an incredible tasting menu dinner that same evening. This incredible package includes upgraded accommodations, special amenities, plus unlimited golf the day before and after our special tournament day. All proceeds from this event will also be donated to two worthwhile local charities. MORE INFO

Precious Metal Clay
Join us at the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa for three nights and four days of relaxation and instruction at our Precious Metal Clay workshop. Precious Metal Clay provides a new way of working with silver. Spend two days creating your own small pieces of jewelry, such as a talisman, a small spoon or a pinby, by forming the clay, firing it, then polishing and finishing the surface to reveal a fabulous piece of jewelry art piece. MORE INFO

Best Of Ojai
Our Best of Ojai Package gives you the ability to tailor your stay - your way. Package includes room and one activity per adult for each night you stay. Activities can be selected from the following list: A Round of Golf, 50-Minute Classic Spa Treatment, Tennis or Golf Lesson, Guiding Fishing , Kayaking, Surfing, Dinner, Camp Ojai Children's Program
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Rediscover the Romance
Introducing the ultimate package to declare your love: a 5-night Super Suite Retreat for couples to enjoy a range of activities  together, from daily breakfast delivered to your suite’s private patio,  a couple’s massage, an apothecary session to create your own personal scent, and much more! Contact us to learn more about this ultimate bed and breakfast package for couples. Isn’t it time you rediscovered what brought you together in the first place? MORE INFO