Escape to a world of tranquility and pampering at the Spa at Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort in Oxnard, nestled along the Central Coast of California, just 60 miles north of Los Angeles. Located in an idyllic setting where the sun’s healing rays meet the rhythm of the ocean waves, the seaside Spa at Embassy Suites offers a menu of spa options with four packages to choose from. I plan to book a stay here in February, during my upcoming visit to Los Angeles. My friend, Susan Koehler, highly recommends the spa and hotel. Sightseeing, beaching and relaxing are on my agenda, too.

The Spa Massage Package includes a deluxe suite plus a one hour Swedish or Aromatherapy Massage. The spa treatment and one night's stay begins at $274; two nights, from $448.

The Spa Pamper Package includes accommodations in a deluxe suite, a relaxing Balancing Facial and a Swedish or Aromatherapy Massage. Spa treatments are one hour each. One night from $354; two nights, from $528.

The Spa Mini Pamper Package includes accommodations in a deluxe suite, a Mini Relaxing Balancing Facial and a Mini Swedish or Aromatherapy Massage. The spa treatment is 30 minutes. One night begins at $284; two nights, $458.

Finally, the Spa Duet Massage Package includes accommodations in a deluxe suite, a Duet Massage (a massage for two), and choice of a Swedish or Aromatherapy Massage lasting one hour each. The one-night package rate starts at $354.

The Spa and Embassy Suites features a relaxing, lush tropical motif and landscaping and the resort sits directly on the beach. Capistrano’s Restaurant features California cuisine and nightly entertainment. Stick to a healthy diet then chill at a show.

Ready for some sightseeing? Spa-goers can take to the ocean for some marine relaxation. Take a tour of the nearby pristine Channel Islands Harbor in Oxnard while experiencing kayaking and fascinating wildlife, with the Coastline Wildlife Tour Package, offered by Embassy Suites Mandalay Beach Hotel & Resort. Or book your own boating adventure. Then head back for another spa treatment. Or nap.

For more information, call 805-984-2500 or visit website www.mandalaybeach.embassysuites.com.