Rest, Relax, Recharge, and Repeat - 06.21.25

This morning and into the early afternoon were slow and peaceful, filled with blue water and sunshine. The bachelorette party went to Murrieta Hot Springs Resort. We had day passes and a private cabana. The day pass at Murrieta Hot Springs includes 20+ pools of 100% natural geothermal mineral water, invigorating cold plunges, family friendly and adult-only pools, adult-only panoramic sauna, and a bathhall featuring a contrast Kneipp Walk. At the Hot Springs their signature experiences cultivate profound rejuvenation and lasting vitality. During your visit you can embrace mindful gratitude, detoxify with mineral-rich mud, and awake your senses through guided cold plunges. These transformative rituals harness the geothermal waters’ healing power which deepens your connection to wellness and inner balance. 

Here is a breakdown of the unique included features that the Hot Springs offers. At the Gratitude Ceremony, an expert guide will gently lead you to reflect on the wellsprings of gratitude in your life, illuminating how this powerful practice can enhance your overall sense of vitality and well-being. At the Mud Cove, you can slather your skin with the Hot Springs signature blend of detoxifying mud, enriched with mineral-rich bentonite clay sourced from the pristine Mojave Desert. During the Guided Vitality Plunge you will alternate between soothing hot springs and refreshing cold plunges. As you transition between temperatures, you will feel your body acclimate to the stress of the cold and melt away tension in the hot. The increased circulation improves your body’s natural recovery mechanisms, providing rejuvenation and resiliency. 

I was fully immersed in this tranquil experience and did not take many photos but believe me when I say that I loved it here! At first, I was iffy about it as I am not overjoyed for public pools, but this was a great experience. The facilities were clean and well maintained. We had a server with our cabana who was attentive and personable. I ordered the Citrus Mahi Mahi Tacos (guacamole, jalapeno aioli, mango salsa) for $22.00 and they were delicious! Everything about our time at Murrieta Hot Springs went swimmingly!

Before we knew it, we had to head back to Hannah’s house to get ready for our evening activities. We ate dinner at The Goat & Vine in Temecula. This is a rustic-chic kitchen that serves elevated comfort fare such as thin-crust pizzas, sandwiches, and wraps. The culinary team assembles every morning at 3 AM to handcraft all breads, pizza doughs, sauces, dressings, and proteins from scratch. I ordered the Pesto Chicken Sandwich (oven-roasted chicken, walnut pesto, Kalamata olives, garlic aioli, provolone, Roma tomatoes, lettuce on sourdough) for $18.00. I shared a carafe of Seasonal Sangria (vanilla infused vermouth, rum, citrus red wine, white wine, seasonal fruit - watermelon) with a few of the other girls and that was $40.00. This was a cute restaurant which we all enjoyed!

After dinner, we walked over to Temecula Stampede. This is a popular spot that has line dancing, bull riding, billiards, and a full bar. It boasts itself as West Coast’s Largest Country Music Venue. This was my first time at Stampede and for someone who is not a huge country fan, it was pretty fun! I participated in a few dances, specifically the ones where they taught you the steps. I might not be the next Dancing with the Stars contestant, but I enjoyed myself. 

It is hard to believe it but tomorrow is the last day of the bachelorette trip and it is sure to be a memorable one as we will be showering the bride with love, food, gifts, and a song or two.