SONOMA, CA, August 6, 2015 –Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa has recently appointed Alison Abbott to the position of Director of Spa at the resort’s award-winning Willow Stream Spa. Bringing over 15 years of spa management experience to the position, she most recently served as Director of Spa and Recreation for the Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay. She launched her career with Meridian’s Rolling Hills Club, Novato, California, where she held several progressive posts.

Alison has also held (spa management) roles with Coldwater Creek, Bay Club Marin and Renaissance ClubSport. She attended California State University, Chico. Alison resides in Sonoma County, California.

Rick Corcoran, General Manager at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn shares, “It is with great pleasure that we announce Ms. Abbott’s appointment. Alison brings years of experience in the spa industry. We hope to leverage her background and expertise to further develop the fitness and wellness offerings at the resort’s world – class spa. She is sure to guide the spa to new heights of guest satisfaction. “

Renowned for natural mineral waters, unparalleled service and gracious accommodations, the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, is located 40 miles north of the San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge in the heart of the Sonoma Valley. Home to the Michelin rated Santé dining room and a 40,000 square foot spa acclaimed by Travel +Leisure magazine as one of the Top 25 facilities in North America. The resort is a recipient of both the AAA-Four Diamond and Mobil-Four Star Awards and consistently provides the country’s finest European destination spa experience. For reservations please phone 1-800-441-1414

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