Sarasota's world-class luxury resort spas offer high-tech fitness centers and decadent spa treatments. But if you don't have time for a full weekend of pampering, a handful of excellent day spas and fitness centers will help you de-stress and glam up for a fraction of the cost.

Body and Spirit Day Spa
500 Southgate Plaza, Sarasota
(941) 921-1388
www.bodyandspirit.net

The luxe day spa at Body and Spirit has won raves from reader's polls in local magazines and newspapers. The brand new complex boasts spacious rooms, a soothing decor, and state of the art spa services. A full menu of massage, facials, and skin care techniques keep Sarasotans relaxed and beautiful.

Dynamic Fitness: Pilates
2300 Bee Ridge Road Suite 205, Sarasota
(941) 929-9885
www.pilates-sarasota.com

Pilates novices and old pros alike can stretch and strengthen their frames at Dynamic Fitness. Two studios give students plenty of space for one-on-one or dual training sessions.

The Met
35 South Boulevard of the Presidents, Lido Key
(941) 388-3991
www.themetsarasota.com

The Met doesn't mess around when it comes to its spa packages; stressed-out visitors can relax for seven-and-a-half hours straight, starting with a eucalyptus bath and ending with a Vichy shower. Too busy vacationing to spend that much time being pampered? Just pop in for a quick cut and style at the salon before heading off for more shopping and dining on St. Armand's Circle.