Wellness & Wellbeing Press Releases

September 30, 2013

Horwath HTL, Health and Wellness Special Market Report, Issue 1: India

India stands at the forefront of today's global spa and wellness market, alluring domestic and international visitors alike with the time-honored traditions of Ayurveda and yoga and high quality, affordable medical tourism.Now poised to become the fifth largest consumer market globally by 2020, India demonstrates all the demographic advantages of an ideal market for leading international spa and wellness brands.

By Ingo Schweder, Founder & CEO at GOCO Hospitality, Managing Director at Horwath HTL Health & Wellness, GOCO Hospitality

India

Press Release

July 22, 2013

Westin Hotels & Resorts Partners with Aromatherapy Associates to Introduce Signature Experiences at Heavenly SpasTM Worldwide

Westin Hotels & Resorts and Aromatherapy Associates announced today a global partnership to introduce signature branded experiences at all Heavenly Spas by Westin. Propelled by a growing demand for premium, personalized services, Westin's partnership with Aromatherapy Associates includes four signature treatments using uplifting essential oils and techniques based on how each guest wants to feel.

Starwood

Press Release

July 8, 2013

Alila Jakarta Introduces Spa Suites at the new Spa Alila

This July, Alila Jakarta promises a refreshing break from the 9 to 5 routine with the refurbished Spa Alila. As part of its bespoke wellness experience, Spa Alila now offers new "Spa Suites" for dedicated therapies, providing a surprisingly different lifestyle sanctuary for business and leisure travellers.

Alila

Jakarta, Indonesia

Press Release

June 20, 2013

Launch of Global Spa and Wellness Tourism Monitor 2013 Report

The Tourism Observatory for Health, Wellness and Spa proudly announces the first ever Global Spa & Wellness Tourism study. This path making report was prepared in cooperation with Danubius Hotels Group and enjoyed endorsement from over 50 global companies (e.g. Mandarin Oriental, Thermarium), and national and international organizations (e.g. PATA, ETC or Hungarian Bath Association). The GSWTM 2013 collected information from 50+ countries and from 420+ spa and wellness facilities. The key objective was to identify the role tourism and tourists play at various spa and wellness facilities worldwide.

Xellum

Press Release

June 6, 2013

Langham Hospitality Group Launches Chuan Academy To Nurture Spa Professionals

Langham Hospitality Group is pleased to announce the launch of its first Chuan Academy and starting of its first enrolment for the ITEC* Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage. The course will commence in July 2013 and Chuan Academy is target to set 10 students up for success in the first intake to become spa professionals in its debut.

Langham

Press Release

May 23, 2013

Sofitel Luxury Hotels Expands So Spa Concept In Asia Pacific

Sofitel Luxury Hotels today announced the continued expansion of its So SPA in Asia Pacific, the brand's spa concept designed exclusively for Sofitel hotels worldwide.

Accor

Press Release

March 26, 2013

Book4Time completes ISAE 3402 Type II audit

Book4Time, Inc., the industry leader of cloud-based enterprise spa software has announced its successful completion of the ISAE 3402 type II audit, an international standard to make sure our clients' and their customer data and transactions are securely processed.

Book4Time, Inc.

Canada

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Hospitality Net

Press Release

December 5, 2012

Six Senses Spa opens at The Alpina Gstaad

Six Senses is delighted to announce the opening of a Six Senses Spa at The Alpina Gstaad, in Saanenland, at the heart of Switzerland's Bernese Alps. The Six Senses Spa infuses the alpine spirit of the surrounding environment with an eastern flair, creating a secluded, warm and natural ambience. In keeping with the Six Senses philosophy, natural materials and design features have been used to evoke a sense of place - from curved walls, water features and a vertical garden, to the heated outdoor pool.

Six Senses

Gstaad, Switzerland

Press Release

October 26, 2012

Video: Stay Well Rooms Debut at MGM | cnbc.com

CNBC's Simon Hobbs reports on hotel rooms that are designed to make guests healthier, and discussing whether travelers will pay more to stay in them, with Scott Sibella, MGM Grand president & COO, and Morad Fareed, Delos co-founder.

MGM

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Press Release

July 17, 2012

Hilton Hotels & Resorts Unveils Report on Global Spa Trends

Generational use of spas, the overall impact of spas on hotels and the increasing significance of the male spa-goer are among key topics discussed in "Emerging Global Spa Trends," a new Hilton Blue Paper released today by Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide. The report outlines insights from a collection of industry experts, including the Hilton Worldwide spa team, founders of top spa product brands and other thought leaders in this space. The Hilton Blue Paper also includes a survey of 6,000 respondents throughout the United States, Great Britain, Australia and China to offer additional global and regional insight. A key finding of the research is that nearly 50 percent of the respondents said the existence of a spa is an important factor in selecting a hotel, with Chinese travelers finding it most important followed by those from Australia.

Hilton

Press Release

June 26, 2012

Westin Hotels & Resorts Continues to Expand Spa Footprint Globally

Westin Hotels & Resorts announced today plans to continue the global expansion of its signature spa brand as it continues to enhance its footprint in the world's fastest growing markets. Propelled by a growing demand for luxury services, Westin will increase its robust portfolio of Heavenly Spas with 13 openings by 2014, with all but two located outside the United States. The brand's signature spa concept is currently in 28 Westin Hotels & Resorts around the world.

Starwood

Press Release

June 20, 2012

Six Senses Spa to open at The Alpina Gstaad, Switzerland

Scheduled to open in December 2012, The Alpina Gstaad is set in the heart of the Bernese Alps and will offer an intimate and discreet haven for discerning local and international guests in search of an authentic and indulgent Alpine experience. With 56 rooms and suites, numerous possibilities for dining, relaxation and cultural enrichment, this boutique hotel will deliver a new level of distinction, while nurturing the local mountain traditions.

Six Senses

Gstaad, Switzerland

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Press Release

May 10, 2012

Nearly Ten Years in Development, But Worth the Wait: Spa to Open at the Legendary Four Seasons Hotel Milano. Opening in June 2012.

Loyal guests and local devotees of Milan"s historic Four SeasonsHotel Milano will soon have to wait no longer as the Hotel opens its much-anticipated Spa this June. Incorporating a spa into a 15th century former convent clearly cannot be rushed or taken lightly.

Four Seasons

Milano, Italy

Press Release

May 8, 2012

eforea: spa at Hilton Continues Global Expansion with First Opening in Middle East

eforea: spa at Hilton, the innovative global spa concept continues its rapid global expansion with the opening of its first location in the Middle East. Located at Hilton Doha in Qatar, the 600-square-meter eforea: spa at Hilton offers an exclusive treatment menu, innovative design features and carefully selected product partners that appeal to today’s savvy global travelers.

Hilton

Doha, Qatar

Press Release

April 3, 2012

Sheraton Hotels Continues to Aggressively Grow Signature Spa Brand

In 2012 Shine Spa will make its debut at Starwood's largest hotel in the world, Sheraton Macao Hotel, as well as Sheraton Xian North City Hotel, Sheraton Fuzhou Hotel, Sheraton Jiaozhou Hotel, Sheraton Huzhou Hot Spring Resort and seven other properties across Asia.

Starwood

Press Release

March 23, 2012

eforea: spa at Hilton Enters China

Hilton Hotels & Resorts brings eforea: spa at Hilton, its innovative global spa concept, to China today with an opening at Hilton Guangzhou Tianhe. The spa is situated in the Tianhe district of China’s third-largest city, and is the first of two eforea: spa at Hilton locations scheduled to open in China this year.

Hilton

Press Release

March 16, 2012

World-Renowned Authority on Innovation, John Kao, Named Keynote Speaker for 2012 Global Spa & Wellness Summit

New York, NY March 12, 2012 - The Global Spa & Wellness Summit (GSWS), the leading annual event for spa and wellness industry executives, today announced that John Kao, one of the world's thought leaders on innovation and enterprise transformation, will be a keynote presenter for the event being held in Aspen, Colorado from June 3-6, 2012. Kao, dubbed "Mr. Creativity" by The Economist, is the author of global bestsellers on innovation and business creativity, serves as an advisor to numerous Fortune 500 companies and governments, and is one of the most sought-after speakers on the topic of innovation in the world.

Global Spa & Wellness Summit Headquarters

Aspen, Colorado, United States

Press Release

February 29, 2012

IHG launches EVEN™ Hotels as first mainstream hotel brand focused on wellness

"We have a track record of delivering on hotel industry firsts, and we're doing it again by staking our claim on the wellness space within the mainstream lifestyle category," said Richard Solomons, chief executive officer, IHG. "We are so confident in the EVEN brand that we are committing a capital investment of up to $150 million over the next 3 years in order to deliver growth and profitability for EVEN Hotels."

IHG

Press Release

October 6, 2011

Hilton's new Global Spa Concept by Hilton Makes European Debut at Hilton Baku This Month

"As more eforea: spa at Hilton locations open around the globe, our first location in Europe is another important milestone for us," said Dave Horton, global head, Hilton Hotels & Resorts. "This location at Hilton Baku brings eforea: spa at Hilton to four continents and offers stunning city and sea views. This spa will deliver a world class relaxation environment for guests to refresh, rejuvenate and emerge brighter."

Hilton

Baku, Azerbaijan

Press Release

October 5, 2011

International SPA Association Releases 2011 U.S. Spa Industry Study

"The ISPA 2011 U.S. Spa Industry Study takes an in-depth look at how spas managed the recession, as well as providing information on the types of treatments offered, a breakdown by spa type and marketing tactics employed by spas," said ISPA President Lynne McNees. "We're excited to report positive growth in the data and look forward to sharing the information with spa professionals to help them strengthen their business."

ISPA

United States