A fall full of fitness-themed treks for active Angelenos

You spent the summer staying in shape, working out at the clubs --Crunch in West Hollywood, or the SportsClubLA in WLA, or one of the many 24 Hour Fitness facilities-- hiking up one of Los Angeles' many canyon trails, working with a trainer, swimming and engaging in all the other activities buff-bodied Angelenos are known to do. Congratulations!

Now with fall is on the horizon, you're starting to plan some trips, but you really want to stay in shape. Well you can have your cake and eat it, too, with a selection we compiled of fabulous fitness-themed trips scheduled for the rest of the year from the jungles of Thailand to the carved canyons of Utah (for fares and flights from LAX, Bob Hope or Orange County airports check out http://www.tripadvisor.com, http://CheapOair.com or http://www.orbitz,com.

Aquatic Adventures

Surf Goddess Package at The Atlantic Resort & Spa, Florida: an innovative learning getaway offered by the ocean-therapeutics inspired Spa Atlantic located in the Fort Lauderdale Beach resort. The resort has teamed up with local water sports academy, Hang Loose Surf School to provide a 2-4 day program complete with customized daily itineraries by pairing surf and yoga lessons, healthy cuisine and restorative spa treatments such as the Hot Stone Massage or Deep Cleansing Facial. Package begins at $509 per couple, per night based on double occupancy and is valid through October 15, 2011. Spa services are subject to 20 percent gratuity based on list price. For more information, visit www.AtlanticHotelFL.com.

Dive Ins:

PADI National Geographic Dive Program at Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa: The PADI National Geographic Diver program is a certification course now available to guests who wish to become dive explorers, adventurers and conservationists. Participants will observe and explore life as an underwater scientist during the four-day intensive course that focuses on identifying important aquatic plant and animal species and navigating by using a compass and natural references. The full course program at Sandals Negril, including PADI Open Water Diver certification and the National Geographic Diver Course, costs $550 per person. For guests who are already Open Water certified, the National Geographic Diver specialty program is $250 per person. For more information visit, www.sandals.com.

Private Island Snorkeling and Diving at Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina, BVI: The boutique luxury property located in the British Virgin Islands is offering a unique opportunity to explore the unspoiled natural beauty of Scrub Island. For a taste of adventure in paradise, the resort works with Dive BVI to arrange visits to nearby coves, bays, reefs and islets offering magnificent views of rare sea life for snorkelers and divers. In addition, numerous excursions to neighboring islands are planned on a weekly basis. The Sea Cat, a 36-foot dive boat, is fully equipped, including plenty of shade and a freshwater shower. For more information, visit www.scrubisland.com.

Trails, Treks and Terrain -

Explore Tesuque Valley at Bishop’s Lodge Ranch Resort & Spa, Santa Fe, New Mexico: Nestled in 450 acres surrounded by national forest in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, this resort provides a wide range of activities to engage in. With stables connected to the resort, guests are encouraged to horseback ride either with or without resort guides and visit the horses often during their stay. A modern fitness center with a yoga studio and movement room, tennis courts and miles of hiking and mountain biking trails satisfy the fitness-focused traveler. Active families will enjoy lawn games, evening movies and Camp Appalosa, a seasonal day and evening children’s program. Following an action-packed afternoon, guests can indulge in one of the many treatments at the Shanah Spa. For more information, visit www.bishopslodge.com.

Canyons and Cliffs at Utah’s National Parks: Bryce Canyon National Park is not truly a canyon, but is characterized by its thousands of pillars, columns, windows and hoodoos, all delicately carved by millions of years of erosion by wind and sand. A 37-mile roundtrip drive through the park includes popular sites such as Sunrise, Sunset, Rainbow, Yovimba and Inspiration Point. Photographers find Bryce Canyon a perfect spot for stunning art photography. Hiking, camping, biking and horseback riding are among the activities offered. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/braca.

Trekking in Thailand

Thailand Tree-house Experience at Our Jungle House: Situated on 25 acres of privately owned rainforest in the Khao Sok National Park, features tree-house or bungalow style accommodations overlooking limestone cliffs and guests will see frequent “visitors” such as monkeys and hornbills. The Khao Sok National Park is both a nature lover’s paradise and a giant playground, where visitors can trek in the rainforest, ride an elephant, go on a night safari and even dive to sunken temples at the bottom of a lake. All Khao Sok tours, treks and adventures can be arranged through the hotel.

Includes experienced jungle guides when you spend the night in the middle of the rainforest with a chance to spot wildlife deep within the forests. For more information, visit ttp://www.khaosokaccommodation.com/index.html.

Rigorous Retreats -

One&Only Ocean Boston Body Pilates Retreat, Nassau Paradise Island led by owner Zayna Gold, the revitalizing weekend retreat will be held on October 13-17, 2011 at the former private estate. The four-night package includes luxurious accommodations, daily two-hour Boston Body Pilates mat class on the outdoor beachfront pavilion, $100 resort credit, 20 percent off all spa treatments at the One&Only Spa, return transfers to and from airport, continental breakfast for two daily at Dune by Michelin-starred chef Jean-Georges and a welcome gift bag.

The package starts at $990 per person, based on double occupancy. For more information, visi http://oceanclub.oneandonlyresorts.com/specialoffers.aspx.

Fitness Intensive Retreat at Red Mountain Resort: This exclusive retreat is a rigorous, but fun 8 day/7 night package that offers a broad range of enjoyable activities that make it easy to sustain a long-term commitment to one’s health. A sample day in the program includes a 90-minute fitness consultation, followed by a 50-minute personal training session, a relaxing afternoon to enjoy the resort’s signature Sagestone Red Rock Hikers Massage. The package starts at $295 per night, based on double occupancy.

Other options: specialty fitness classes and rappelling, adventure mountain biking, and canyoneering for those seeking more extreme activities. For more information, visit www.redmountainresort.com.