AN EXPLORATION INTO HEALTHY BEAUTY AND AGING:
TWO DAYS OF FREE WORKSHOPS, DISCUSSIONS, DEMOS, AND SAMPLES OF RECIPES AND PRODUCTS
With Globally Acclaimed Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Randy Rudderman
March 24 – 27, 2011

Teens and adults alike—whether guests of Old Edwards or not—are invited to this complimentary weekend that is a journey to self-awareness to discover your inner beauty—before deciding to address physical issues through various measures. Through guided self-assessments, you will learn how to be comfortable In Your Own Skin, and then explore healthy and creative options that are available to enhance each individual’s physical beauty and confidence.

Attendance to any and all events is complimentary, but we ask that you pre-call to express interest so we can plan for seating, space and food and beverage samples. Pre-callers and guests of Old Edwards Inn will earn double chances for the healthy beauty prizes during events. Call 828-787-2625.

A leading panel of experts on everything from inner beauty and nutrition to medical esthetics, cosmetic acupuncture and plastic surgery options will facilitate workshops, discussions, demonstrations and provide:
• Free healthy samples of beauty foods and beverages
• Health and beauty prizes throughout the two days
• Free samples of beauty products
• Simple recipes and healthy-beauty information
• Guided sessions on inner beauty and confidence
• Individual consultations with the experts
• Cosmetic acupuncture demonstrations
• Cosmetic surgery consultations
• Skin analyses, skin Cancer screenings, sun damage screenings
• Hydration for the skin and body-products, foods, beverages and beyond

Panel of Experts:
• Dr. Randy Rudderman, Globally Acclaimed Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, LEEDS and Green Practices Advocate, and advocate for responsible decisions in plastic surgery
• Lynn Gerard, Medical Esthetician
• Margaret Folsom Downs-West, Registered Dietitian/Sports Nutritionist, Exercise Physiologist, NC Public Policy Advocate
• Kyra Russell, Spa Director, Old Edwards Inn and Spa, Certified Hypnotherapist, Yoga Instructor, Life Coach
• Kim Bonsteel, Cosmetic Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine
• Johannes Klapdohr, Award Winning Farm-to-Table Chef from the Veggie Institute, Chef’s Garden and Madison’s Restaurant

Two entertaining “Beauty Standards through History” presentations, as expressed by artists and women’s fashion designers—will be led by Dr. Randy Rudderman and Norma Hendrix from the Bascom Center for the Visual Arts.

Guests of Old Edwards Inn and Spa will receive:
• Special room rate of $150 per night
• Champagne reception with the experts on Thursday, March 24
• Extra chances to win fabulous prizes during events

For more information and to view the full itinerary on In Your Own Skin visit www.oldedwardsinn.com/inyourownskin.

About Old Edwards Inn and Spa (www.oldedwardsinn.com)

• Condé Nast Traveler’s #1 Hotel Spa in North America for 2010 with the First Ever Perfect Score in the 20-Year History of the Reader’s Survey
• 2010 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award (top ten in the US)
• 2011 TripAdvisor Reader's Choice Award for #4 Best Relaxation Spa Hotel in the U.S.
• 2011 TripAdvisor Reader's Choice Award for #2 Best Hotel for Romance in the U.S.
• Condé Nast Johansen’s Most Excellent Inn in the US and Canada 2008
• Forbes Four-Star Rated for both the Resort and The Spa
• AAA Four-Diamond Rated
• Madison’s Restaurant and Wine Garden has won the Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence” every year since 2005 and the “Best Of” award since 2008.

Old Edwards Inn and Spa cascades along several blocks in downtown Highlands—a cultural mountain village that offers award-winning dining, wine events, art galleries and some of the nation’s top golf resorts. The European style resort welcomes visitors to North Carolina’s high country with its unique blend of relaxed luxury recognized worldwide. A spectacular outdoor heated mineral pool, world class spa, award-winning dining, and golf at the private Old Edwards Club are signature experiences at this full-service mountain resort. Guests are surrounded by the warmth and character of Old-Europe architecture and authentic period antiques. Many rooms, cottages and suites offer private patios or terraces—some with captivating rooftop views of Main Street and downtown Highlands. All of the luxury accommodations include champagne arrival, twice-daily housekeeping, two 24-hour business centers and two 24-hour Butler’s pantries with Dove Bars, fresh fruit and soft beverages. European bedding, fine Italian linens, plush robes & slippers, rainfall showers, heated-tile bathroom floors, in-room safes and Wi-Fi enhance the in-room experience. Old Edwards Inn and Spa also boasts a state-of-the art fitness center with wellness classes that include guided hikes into the scenic surrounding mountains known as “waterfall country.”

Guests enjoy onsite shopping at the Spa Boutique, Acorn’s Boutique or Acorn’s Annex featuring fine antiques and home accessories. Dining venues include Madison ’s Restaurant and Wine Garden serving innovative New South Cuisine, The Rib Shack and Sports Corner, the Spa Café and the Poolside Bar and Bistro. Special events and weddings take place at The Farm—a lushly landscaped Old Edwards property located one mile from downtown Highlands featuring The Barn, the Farmhouse with luxury lodging, Bridal Pavilion, Bridal Bridge over a scenic pond and outdoor events pavilion. The Old Edwards Executive Conference Center provides a catered corporate retreat venue.

Also introduced in 2009 was Satulah, Old Edwards Private Residences, which includes 14 luxury mountain homes just two blocks off Main Street, Highlands. The Forbes Four-Star, AAA Four-Diamond resort is located at 445 Main Street in Highlands, NC.