Dusit International, one of Asia’s leading hotel brands, makes its first debut in Europe with the launch of its Devarana Spa at the new ultra-luxury hotel IL SALVIATINO–Florence in June 2009. The brand’s European expansion is through a joint venture with international development and management company MPg, which specializes in small luxury hotels.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and Spatality Holdings, Ltd. announced today that they have entered into a multi-year agreement under which Nectar Spa LLC and its affiliates will make the upscale Nectar Spa brand available at Sheraton properties worldwide beginning in 2009. The new spa experience is part of a brand-wide effort to enhance the iconic Sheraton brand, which includes an investment of over $4 billion in new hotels, upgrading 100 hotels in the U.S. – nearly half its North American portfolio – renovating 50,000 guestrooms and re-designing more than 100 new lobbies.
Six Senses' Hub, Bangkok: Renowned for developing and operating resorts in inspirational settings, Six Senses is once more preparing to launch just such a property. Evason Ma'In Hot Springs & Six Senses Spa brings the eco-sensitivity of the group to an extraordinary and rugged location in Jordan, just minutes from the Dead Sea and a one-hour drive west of the capital of Amman. Sitting in a rocky ravine 264 metres below sea level, the resort features hot mineral spring waterfalls, which legend has that Herod the Great bathed in the waters. The therapudic benefits of the hot springs has continued to lure visitors over the centuries.
New York City | The Peninsula New York raises the bar for New York luxury spas with the opening of the new urban resort destination, The Peninsula Spa by ESPA . Designed by Alexandra Champalimaud, the three-story luxury spa is a contemporary fusion of nature-inspired forms, textures and organic materials. The exclusive treatments are designed by the leading global spa consultancy, ESPA, and feature a blend of Asian, Ayurvedic and European therapies delivered by highly-trained therapists.
From customizing your style, to customizing your car - we all want services tailor made to our busy lifestyles. This is why, as the voice of the spa industry, the International SPA Association is forecasting customization as one of the hottest trends of 2009.
Six Senses has chosen the dramatic Pan Peninsula residential development in the heart of London’s Canary Wharf as the site for the first Six Senses Spa in the UK. Opening on 2nd February 2009, the Six Senses Spa at Pan Peninsula introduces a fresh interpretation of the urban spa, abounding with natural light and with a vast airy terrace. Architectural finishes include the warmth of natural stone and wood, and exotic eco-friendly materials. The spa occupies a spacious area of more than 7,000 square feet, or 650 square metres, and offers a comprehensive range of Six Senses Spa signature treatments and rejuvenating Asian-influenced therapies combined with holistic lifestyle guidance. The spa menu ranges from single treatments to half and full day sensory journeys.
As the leading venue for a Toronto wedding as well as a popular day spa, The Old Mill Inn and Spa has opened its newest third phase expansion of the day spa to include the entire first floor of the Inn. Its spacious design welcomes small groups of up to five for wedding bridal parties, encourages romantic getaways with the new couples massage room and offers an enhanced retail area for purchase of personal care products at this unique wedding location and spa destination.
Jeremy McCarthy, Director, Spa Operations, Development and Marketing at Starwood Hotels & Resorts, has been named Vice Chairman of the International SPA Association’s Board of Directors. McCarthy will begin his term in November during the 18th annual ISPA Conference & Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada. McCarthy was elected to the ISPA Board of Directors following an extensive interview and selection process. Founded in 1991, ISPA is comprised of more than 3,200 health and wellness facilities and providers from 80 countries, and is recognized worldwide as the leading professional organization and voice of the spa industry.
Members of the International SPA Association are withstanding the current economic climate, according to a recent survey of ISPA members conducted by the association. Contrary to the current economic struggles many industries are facing, members of ISPA have proven that their businesses are stable as people are seeking out a place to de-stress and relax in these uncertain times.
The International SPA Association is pleased to announce its board of directors for 2009, including three new officers and three new members. ISPA Board members volunteer their time to strategically lead the association and develop plans for enhancing membership and the spa industry through research, events and education. The new ISPA Board of Directors will begin their roles at the upcoming ISPA Conference & Expo, Nov. 10-13, in Las Vegas.
In an ongoing effort to advance educational pathways available to students in the spa and hospitality management field, the University of California, Irvine Extension has signed an articulation agreement with the University of Houston Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management. The partnership will allow students who complete the UC Irvine Extension Certificate Program in Spa and Hospitality Management to become eligible for transfer into the University of Houston’s Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management degree program with 10 undergraduate semester credit hours.
“We’re all attracted to water environments, and we associate pools with luxury,” theorizes Elon Kenchington, COO of the Gansevoort Hotel Group. “The swimming pool also captures a desire from our childhoods.”
Solís Cambrian Hotel & Spa in Adelboden, Switzerland is marking its first summer with a fantastic introductory rate. Prices start from just CHF75 (approx £37) per person for bed and breakfast, based on double occupancy of a Deluxe Mountain View room. Those wishing to enjoy the stunning panoramic Alpine views for which the property is known will pay just CHF100 (approx £49) per person B&B in a Deluxe Panoramic room. This special offer is valid until the end of August 2008.
The global spa economy is estimated to be over $255 billion, according to a major report unveiled at the 2008 Global Spa Summit in New York attended by more than 220 industry leaders last May. Prepared by SRI International on behalf of The Global Spa Summit, the first-ever Global Spa Economy Report represents the most comprehensive effort yet to quantify the rapidly expanding global spa industry. According to study sponsor Pete Ellis, CEO of SpaFinder, the data shows investors, policymakers, and spa industry leaders the economic and business benefits of the spa industry.
To create truly unique and memorable experiences for today’s highly diverse and discerning guests, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, the global contemporary luxury brand, has enhanced, upgraded and emboldened spa amenities at select hotels and resorts around the world. The result is a more creative, personalised and destination-inspired portfolio of pampering treatments that meets the needs of business and leisure guests alike.
The Water Club, A Signature Hotel By Borgata, a joint venture between Boyd Gaming (NYSE:BYD) and MGM MIRAGE (NYSE:MGM) , began accepting hotel reservations today. The $400 million boutique-lifestyle hotel, which will open this June, will feature 800 guestrooms and suites. Guests can reserve a variety of rooms or packages at The Water Club by calling (800) 800.8817, or visiting www.thewaterclubatborgata.com for stays, starting July 1st.
Between work pressures, an active social life, a busy family and the ever-insistent demands of technology, finding time to relax is harder than ever. Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong offers the next-best solution to taking a holiday away from it all, with the aptly-named 90-Minute Day Off treatment at The Mandarin Spa.
SpaLEAD™ is a ground breaking spa and wellness leadership development programme, guiding spa leaders towards a more wellness focused approach and business model, enabling them to differentiate their spas in an increasingly competitive market.
The Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort today announced the completion of a dramatic remodeling of its spa. Now under the direction of Alan Navarette, Spa Oasis opened its doors to unveil a 7,000 square-foot two-story sanctuary of tranquility designed with traditional elements of Mexican flair.
TripAdvisor®, the world's largest travel community, today announced the top 10 spas in the world, based on the TripAdvisor Popularity Index and traveler ratings. All 4- or 5-star properties, these spas offer relaxing and opulent spa settings and present travelers with a wonderful way to unwind, detoxify, and invigorate their minds, bodies and spirits for 2008.