Best In Travel Magazine Issue 32 // September 2015

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SPA SPECIAL The world's finest wellness retreats

VIETNAM'S IDYLLIC SPA RETREAT

32 ISSUE

September 2015

CONTENTS HARNN HERITAGE SPA ANANTARA SPAS AMAN SPA TOKYO AMANFAYUN SPA, HANGZHOU, CHINA AMANKORA, BHUTAN THE AL FAISALIAH SPA

BY ESPA, RIYADH EMIRATES PALACE SPA ABU DHABI THE ACQUAFORTE THALASSO SPA THE GRANDHOTEL LIENZ WELLNESS SPA CORNELIA DIAMOND GOLF & SPA IN ANTALYA, TURKEY

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BAGNI DI PISA PALACE & SPA

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FONTEVERDE TUSCAN RESORT & SPA

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GROTTA GIUSTI RESORT GOLF & SPA

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ETIHAD TAKES ABU DHABI HOSPITALITY TO THE WORLD

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SANDALS EMERALD BAY, BAHAMAS

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THE SPA AT STRAWBERRY HILL HOTEL

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THE RITZ-CARLTON, ST. THOMAS

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TALISE OTTOMAN SPA

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SIX SENSES SPA AT ZIGHY BAY, OMAN

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BURJ AL ARAB TALISE SPA

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THE CONRAD ALGARVE SPA & HEALTH CLUB

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JUMEIRAH SPA

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THE INTERCONTINENTAL BORA BORA RESORT & THALASSO SPA

EVIAN RESORT, FRANCE

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COVER AND THIS PAGE Harnn Heritage Spa

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WH ER E M Y TH MEET S LU X U RY Embedded in the mythical hills of Monkey Mountain in the heart of the Son Tra Peninsula nature reserve, the five-star InterContinental® Danang Sun Peninsula Resort is a work of art as much as a resort. Set in 39 hectares of stepped gardens leading down to our very own private bay, all rooms and villas have panoramic view of the sea and cascading hills.

A stunning creation of star architect Bill Bensley, every inch of this magnificent resort exudes harmonic blend of traditional authenticity and modern luxury.

For more information or to make a reservation, please call +84 511 393 8888 or visit danang.intercontinental.com

In over 170 location across the globe including: BALI • BORA BORA • FIJI • SAMUI • HUA HIN

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JO URNEY OF W E L LNES S B EG I NS HERE Hidden in the hills of Monkey Mountain in the heart of the Son Tra Peninsula nature reserve, it’s a perfect location for a sanctuary of the body and soul. Our HARNN Heritage Spa retreat is well known for its beautifully designed over-water treatment rooms for that ultimate spa rejuvenation. Crafted from healing wisdom passed down through generations, HARNN Heritage Spa is inspired by the practice of traditional Asian medicine and naturopathy, each HARNN treatment is thoughtfully designed to enhance your wellness.

For more information or to make a reservation, please call +84 511 393 8888 or visit danang.intercontinental.com

In over 170 location across the globe including: BALI • BORA BORA • FIJI • SAMUI • HUA HIN

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The “Journey of Marble Mountains” package at the HARNN Heritage Spa starts with a personal consultation, and it may be unlike anything you’ve experienced before. You’ll be asked to fill out a questionnaire that is equal parts medical and metaphysical, ranging from health and skin problems to your favorite colour, food, weather – even your personality type and greatest fears.

The point of all of this is to determine your natural element. Traditional Vietnamese medicine, called Dong Y, is derived from Chinese medicine and focuses on restoring balance between yin and yang and finding harmony among the Five Elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. The flow of energy in our bodies is thought to follow the same path as nature: wood kindles fire, fire forms ash (earth), earth solidifies to form metal, metal (minerals) enriches water, water nourishes wood (trees).

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After your therapist finds your element, she will create a bespoke natural oil blend that best suits you. Your package will then include Dong Y treatment on a warm bed made from Danang’s famous marble, long regarded for its therapeutic properties.

You’ll find this pattern of five frequently repeated throughout Vietnam. Marble Mountains, a popular attraction around 40 minutes from the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, are better known to the Vietnamese as Ngu Hanh Son, or Five Elements Mountains, with each one named for a natural element.

You’ll also encounter the Five Elements in Vietnamese cuisine, where each taste (sour, bitter, sweet, spicy and salty) corresponds to an element. At a meal, there is an effort to balance out these five tastes, as well as to appeal to the five senses and nourish five internal organs of the body. The power of five is seen in many other aspects of Vietnamese culture, such as a visual balance of colours.

So are you fire or water? Find out at HARNN Heritage Spa located at Sea level.

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ANANTARA SPAS

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Anantara spas

Anantara has mastered the art of exclusive spa journeys, inspired by exotic destination. Rooted in the timeless healing traditions of the world’s richest cultures, Anantara Spas are designed to restore balance and harmony between body and mind in an oasis of beauty, grace and tranquillity. Intoxicating aromas of the world’s most exotic elixirs and oils are used in treatments designed to deliver radiance, healing and a quiet sense of inner and outer well-being.

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Feel the culmination of Anantara Spa’s international expertise in the Anantara Signature Massage. The signature massage treatment has been crafted by Anantara Spa’s expert training team and is offered worldwide, combining eastern and western techniques in purpose designed movements with a signature oil blend to stimulate the circulation and promote deep relaxation.

Experience the indigenous techniques and natural ingredients of ancient cultures.

With spas located in extraordinary places, indigenous treatments abound. Body scrubs and wraps lavish skin with nature’s remedial goodness, such as stimulating coffee, healing coconut and purifying green tea. The distinctive techniques of Thai, Balinese, Vietnamese, Khmer and Arabian massage styles extend to using a heated compress, filled with sand in Africa and herbs in Thailand.

As Anantara’s portfolio expands, new destinations will offer more of the world’s great wellness traditions, including Ayurvedic therapies in Sri Lanka when Anantara Tangalle Peace Haven Resort opens in late 2015. spa.anantara.com

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AMAN SPA TOKYO

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Aman Spa Tokyo

Aman Tokyo is a monument to the modern-day Japanese capital, a place where urban dynamism is tempered with serenity. Set in Otemachi, the hotel is within easy reach of Tokyo station and the commercial district of Nihonbashi.

Its spa draws on traditional natural remedies and the principles of balancing mind and body, and offers an integrated approach to wellbeing.

Several of the spa’s treatment rooms are joined by large Japanese-style hot baths and steam rooms, a 30-metre heated pool with views over the city, as well as a Fitness Centre equipped with the latest cardiovascular and weight-training machinery and a dedicated yoga and Pilates studio.

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AMANFAYUN SPA, HANGZHOU, CHINA

Surrounded by tea plantations and bamboo groves, Amanfayun is a spiritual sanctuary informed by Chinese tradition and Buddhist monastic culture. Explore this centuries-old village, restored using ancient techniques, at your own pace.

Reflecting Chinese health and wellbeing traditions as well as the finest international spa therapies, the expansive spa is spread across five pavilions and encircled by bamboo groves, tea bushes and magnolia trees. Joined by a gym, Pilates studio and beauty salon, the eight treatment rooms host therapies ranging from reflexology and massages to seasonal baths and scrubs using local ingredients.

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Welcome to The Residence by Etihad.

Check in to the most exclusive address in the sky: the world’s first three-room private suite onboard our new A380, designed for up to two guests. Relax in the living room of The Residence, freshen up in the ensuite bathroom or rest in your own separate bedroom while having your every need catered to by a personal Butler and an inflight Chef. Only one airline could have created this remarkable travel experience.

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Amankora, Bhutan

The Kingdom of Bhutan is a place of soaring 7,000m Himalayan peaks, glacial river valleys and crisp evergreen forests.

Amankora offers five lodges dotted across this ancient land, encouraging a circular journey of discovery.

Revolving around the Himalayan region’s traditional plant- and herb-based therapies, the treatments at Amankora’s five spas – one at each lodge – capture an enriching sensation that is wholly Bhutanese. The spas are scented with cedar wood, which is used as a Buddhist temple incense as well as a traditional medical remedy, and massages, scrubs and baths soothe all five senses: smell, touch, hearing, sight and taste.

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THE AL FAISALIAH SPA

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The Al Faisaliah Spa by ESPA, Riyadh

Glimmering and glistening like the jewel in the crown of the Al Faisaliah Hotel, the Spa by ESPA brings to life the vision of a unique, exclusive, luxurious ladies-only retreat within the heart of the city.

A tranquil oasis in which to relax, socialize and enjoy world-class treatments and services in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Sumptuous textures draw on local culture and heritage as glittering Swarovski crystals and cascading waterfalls combine to create a truly magical journey and sense of wonderment as we voyage through the four floors of the Spa. From dynamic social areas to quiet relaxation lounges, from hammam and heat experiences to private spa suites and treatment rooms, we are cosseted by the atmosphere and reassuring signature scent of the Spa. A welcoming haven of exclusive facilities, extensive treatments and the latest fitness offerings, provided by consummate professionals ensures that Al Faisaliah Spa by ESPA offers the ultimate spa experience to challenge international standards.

Global spa leaders ESPA have created a treatment menu that honors local traditions, drawing on indigenous elements and ancient modalities, thoughtfully uniting these with the latest scientific advances and international values to deliver effective, results driven treatments and solutions. Performed by highly skilled and trained therapists our focus is on tailoring your treatments to your needs on the day, whether total escapism, perfect pampering, relaxation, stress-relief, optimizing health or age-defying results are the goal.

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EMIRATES PALACE SPA ABU DHABI

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Emirates Palace Spa Abu Dhabi

Emirates Palace Spa Abu Dhabi will instantly transport you to another realm, experience exquisite relaxation thanks to purely indulgent packages that aim to ignite a sense of balance and serenity.

The 1,500 square metre Emirates Palace Spa features a traditional Moroccan Hammam that is well-appointed with two Jacuzzis, two steam rooms, heated marble and an ice cave. Seven treatment rooms are individually themed and include three double suites complete with a bathtub, steam shower and grooming area.

A variety of lavish massages, beauty and body treatments with gold, pearl and caviar are on offer, including the signature Palace Massage. The coveted Gentlemen’s Tonic Exclusive Club gives members limited access to a world of pampering and grooming services.

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THE ACQUAFORTE THALASSO SPA FORTE VILLAGE RESORT, SARDINIA

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The Acquaforte Thalasso Spa

With its exceptional natural beauty, long white sand beaches and spectacular Mediterranean Sea, the south coast of the island of Sardinia is home to the Forte Village. Set in 47 hectares of lavish gardens and grounds, Forte Village provides a truly wonderful holiday, perhaps that is why we have been voted by travel agents as the ‘World’s Leading Resort’ every year since 1998. The resort is a private park reserved for hotel guests, safe for children, no cars are allowed inside. There are eight hotels, each has a unique style of accommodation.

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As well as offering a vast choice of activities for young and old alike, the resort boasts the finest equipment for every imaginable sport and leisure pursuit. Not least its own Leisure Land, a thrill-packed temple of fun and sport.

The Acquaforte Thalasso Spa, with its thalassotherapy centre and an exclusive package of spa treatments, is one of the few very special “Leading Spas of the World�. The Forte thalassotherapy treatment is based on the combined action of factors like the sun, pleasantly warm temperatures, seawater, and marine mud activated by the sun and by magnesium salt. International professionals at the new medical sports centre will offer advice, in particular related to back and muscle treatments.

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LIVE YOUR DREAMS Ever dreamed of a five-star luxury suite which opens onto a stunning beach and blends in effortlessly with the sea? Ever imagined playing alongside trainers from Chelsea Football Club or the stars of tennis, rugby, cricket and golf? How about dinner courtesy of the most famous Michelin-starred chefs? This is Forte Village’s constellation.

And you are the real stars.

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THE GRANDHOTEL LIENZ WELLNESS SPA

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The GrandHotel Lienz Wellness Spa

The magnificent GrandHotel Lienz is home to a spa of 1,400 m² which revolves around wellness, spa and beauty. To benefit your wellbeing, your health and your beauty, switch off and tank up on new strength and energy in harmonious and beautiful surroundings. The spacious beauty and wellness area, as well as the Medical Centre offer everything you need to bring body and soul into complete relaxation …

A visit to the extravagant Private Spa promises moments of pure paradise; enjoy top treatments and indulgence in an exclusive atmosphere.

The hotel’s medical centre concentrates on health-promoting elements of treatments.

Benefit from highly effective wellness programmes for nutrition and vitality and enjoy that great feeling of being in the best of hands. www.grandhotel-lienz.com 41

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Cornelia Diamond Golf & Spa in Antalya, Turkey

Cornelia Diamond Golf & Spa in Antalya, Turkey is home the incredible Crassula Spa, a 5,000 square-metre spa spread over two floors. Crassula comes from the Far East and is embellishes Zen philosophy and is the source of richness. www.corneliaresort.com 43

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THE CONRAD ALGARVE SPA & HEALTH CLUB

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The Conrad Algarve Spa & Health Club

With an impressive setting in the exclusive, yet naturally beautiful Quinta do Lago, the Conrad Algarve is one of the hospitality jewels of Portugal’s fabled coast. This contemporary luxury hotel is uniquely styled, from the guest rooms to the private balconies, and its five restaurants and bars offer a sophisticated range of fine Portuguese and international cuisine.

The luxurious Conrad Spa is an evolution of sophisticated spa culture, embracing and blending a modern holistic approach, in a contemporary way. Uniquely inspired by local culture, expertise and breath-taking surroundings, the Spa includes signature experiences from Aromatherapy Associates and Intraceuticals with bespoke treatments combining state-of the-art products and techniques to ensure a restorative and rejuvenating journey. Conrad Spa’s Sensory Zone features a tranquil sun terrace with impressive views and includes a sauna, steam room, hydro massage heated pool, sensory showers, plunge pool and ice fountain, transporting guests into a haven of harmony and lightness.

Five spacious treatment rooms, each with outdoor cabana, bring an alfresco element to the spa experience.

The comprehensive wellness facilities also include a selection of pools where guests can unwind, a state-of-the-art fitness centre by Technogym and tennis courts.

With an impressive setting in the exclusive, yet naturally beautiful Quinta do Lago, the Conrad Algarve is located next to the Atlantic Ocean. Reaching golden, unspoilt Algarve beaches is simple with the dedicated shuttle bus.

Many internationally famous golf courses, including Quinta do Lago Sul and Laranjal are on your doorstep, as is the natural park of Ria Formosa.

With contemporary design and technology flowing through the luxurious accommodation in harmony with beautiful natural surroundings, you will find everything that you require for a great holiday in the Algarve. You will find spacious guestrooms and a variety of leisure activities for yourself and your family to enjoy: be rejuvenated in Health Club & Spa, relax in the outdoor swimming pools, while your children enjoy their very own kid’s club. www.conradalgarve.com 45

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JUMEIRAH SPA

Relax and indulge in deeply soothing Jumeirah Spa treatments, revitalise at health spas for the day, weekend or long stay breaks.

Experience the ultimate journey to wellbeing, relaxation and rejuvenation at Jumeirah Spas and revel in a host of facilities for the mind, body and soul. Each Spa is individually designed, inspired by the local culture but also expresses the natural essences of the world.

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EVIAN RESORT, France

With Lake Geneva and the Alps on the horizon, what better place to recharge your batteries than the Spa at the H么tel Royal, in Evian-les-Bains.

Spa Evian Source draws its energy from its magnificent setting and its rich historical past.

Soak up its infinite purity and peace. Our highly professional and enthusiastic teams are happy to share with you its delightful atmosphere.

At the Spa Evian Source, you can enjoy an indoor and outdoor pool, a steam room and sauna, an Aqua Gym Fitness Pool, 30 individual treatment booths, an LPG Endermolab room and a relaxation room. Also discover the benefits of the Hydro circuit: outdoors, surrounded by nature, follow a circuit through water with whirlpools, water currents and jets to exhilarate and invigorate. www.evianresort.com 50

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BAGNI DI PISA PALACE & SPA

Bagni di Pisa Palace & Spa is a member of the prestigious “The Leading Hotels of the World”, and is located at San Giuliano Terme near Pisa.

The ancient thermal baths of the Grand Duke of Tuscany are still alive today in this exclusive resort, where the frescoed halls and antique furnishings take you back to the XVII. The Natural Spa specializes in weight loss and detox.

The hot springs and relaxation treatments complete the experience of physical and mental wellbeing. www.bagnidipisa.com.

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FONTEVERDE TUSCAN RESORT & SPA

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Fonteverde Tuscan Resort & Spa

Fonteverde Tuscan Resort & Spa is a wellbeing spa set amidst the Sienese hills, with rich thermal spring waters full of therapeutic gifts for the body discovered by the ancient Etruscans. Bathe in warm, restorating pools, and feel the massage of water jets that generate both tone and energy.

The 5,000 square metre thermal spa combines naturalness with research, dexterity with discipline, and the techniques of the western medicine blend with those of oriental traditional.

Choose from among the wide range of exclusive treatments created by the team of specialists and designed to unite the precious properties of thermal spa waters with manual techniques, physiotherapy and science. Complete health and beauty spa experiences for face and body: whether the aesthetic touch or entire strategies for balance and wellbeing.

The resort is the residence of the Medici family at San Casciano dei Bagni, and a member of the prestigious hotel group “The Leading Hotels of the World�. It offers precious furnishings and endless views. www.fonteverdespa.com

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GROTTA GIUSTI RESORT GOLF & SPA

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Grotta Giusti Resort Golf & Spa

Grotta Giusti Resort Golf & Spa, located in Monsummano Terme, between Florence and Lucca, the nineteenth-century villa of the poet Giuseppe Giusti, guards the '"eighth wonder of the world", the millenary natural thermal cave, as the master Verdi aptly named it. The aesthetic spa treatments and the exclusive medical-scientific “Longevity� programme enhance the value of the stay, with a unique focus on regeneration and relaxation. www.grottagiustispa.com

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Etihad takes Abu Dhabi hospitality to the world

Etihad Airways – which began operations in 2003 – has continued to soar in recent months, fully growing into its role as the standard bearer of the United Arab Emirates.

Last year the carrier welcomed more than 14 million passengers, with the figure increasing annually for over a decade as Etihad adds an ever growing number of destinations to its global portfolio.

The airline launched services to ten new destinations in eight countries last year – Los Angeles, Dallas, San Francisco, Rome, Zurich, Medina, Yerevan, Jaipur, Phuket and Perth – and increased capacity on 23 existing routes.

The latest additions were however just the tip of the iceberg, with Etihad currently flying to more than 100 destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and the Americas.

Etihad also has one of the most modern fleets in the skies, with 116 luxurious Airbus and Boeing aircraft in operation.

At the same time, the airline is realising its ever expanding ambitions, with more than 200 aircraft on firm order, including 69 Boeing 787s, 25 Boeing 777-X, 62 Airbus A350s and eight Airbus A380s.

The launch of the airline’s first Airbus A380 and first Boeing 787, along with its new cabin crew uniform, received an overwhelming response from the public, leading to a major increase in online brand awareness.

On social media alone, the Etihad Airways brand garnered more than 150 million impressions throughout the world in a two-week period after the launch of the new planes.

Most recently, Etihad added a touch of glamour to its operations, welcoming Nicole Kidman as global spokeswomen.

Kidman is both star and narrator of a captivating feature, which was shown on global TV stations and social media in both 60 and 30 second formats, with still versions of the campaign appearing in print, digital and on outdoor channels.

The ad was shot on-board Etihad Airways’ new flagship Airbus A380 – home to The Residence by Etihad – and in locations around the world, including various landmarks in Abu Dhabi.

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SANDALS EMERALD BAY, BAHAMAS

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Sandals Emerald Bay, Bahamas

Whether you are looking to massage away tension, give your skin a healthy glow, or restore balance and harmony, the award-winning Red Lane® Spa at Sandals® Emerald Bay in the Bahamas will take you on a journey of rejuvenation and well-being. From the moment you walk into the lemongrass-scented greeting area, your senses will confirm you’ve found a blissful retreat.

Every aspect of the Red Lane® Spa experience is inspired by the soothing essence of the islands—from natural botanicals to exclusive treatment settings including six exotic outdoor sanctuaries, or the comfort of your own suite.

For those who prefer a traditional setting, the 16,000 square foot pampering hideaway boasts 16 luxurious indoor spa rooms, a relaxation area with calming music and assorted teas, locker rooms with showers and fully-stocked vanity areas, complimentary hot and cold plunge pools, as well as, eucalyptus steam baths and saunas. Additionally, the spa offers couples’ sanctuary rooms with large whirlpool tubs designed specifically for couples’ treatments.

Innovative massages like the signature Scents of Love Couples Massage incorporate island elements such as the indigenous aromas of the Caribbean for a truly romantic and aromatic escape. Additional treatments feature unique body scrubs and wraps to help regain youthful skin. The Sugarcane Warm Oil Scrub, for instance, uses a stimulating blend of brown sugar, black tea and fruit extracts to revive dehydrated skin, while the Green Coffee Wrap offers a unique coffee-based formula to help fight cellulite and promote youthful skin.

Using the spa’s exclusive organic line and renowned skin healthcare products, the highly trained Rejuvenation Specialists at the Red Lane® Spa have perfected the art of relaxation. They will skillfully take you on a journey focused on CONNECTION, TIME and LOVE that will leave you feeling renewed for a lifetime. www.sandals.com

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Enjoy your idea in reality Don’t limit your imaginary. Your desire, our pleasure ORIENTAL DESTINATIONS

is a Vietnam based travel company offering a full range of services and accommodation options whether for leisure or business purposes. We are also fast becoming one of the leading MICE (Meeting, Incentive, Conference, and Exhibition)/Group organizers in the country and able to organize any event, anywhere. Therefore, we are confident that we can offer UNIQUE and LUXURY experiences, provide excellent Value for Money no matter the requirement.

Oriental Destinations Ltd. know that every client and event is unique. Every aspect must be strategically considered and woven together seamlessly to achieve maximum return on investment along with brilliant results.

When planning your next meeting, event or holiday in Viet Nam, make Oriental Destinations become your first call - the leadering destination management and hospitality support in Viet Nam. Oriental Destinations always consider clients’ satisfation as the motivation and all we’re looking forward to making your next holiday, business trip, MICE event as a memorable one. http://oriental-destinations.com

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Oriental Destinations keep your meeting running smoothly and flawlessly, with on-site meeting management and minute itineraries, floor plans, and timelines.

Whatever the need, we provide it.Whether you are planning a single seminar or a multi-tiered meeting, we can help. “Our staff will ensure all of your needs: hotel and venue selection, transportation requirements, meet and greet staff, audio visual accommodations, food and beverage management and complete concierge services�.

- Business Meeting: Facilitating the smooth implementation of any kinds of business meetings.

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Let your special event be exciting with a variety of activities which will transform your event into a memorable holiday in Viet Nam. The dedicated Oriental Destinations team can assist you in Food and Beverage selections, Theme Development and Management, Logistical Planning and Production, and Entertainment Booking - Negotiating and Managing the talent and productions with an experienced hand and critical eye.

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Oriental Destinations provide amazing tours with interesting and unique experiences which are full of traditional and cultural beauty of Viet Nam.

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Oriental Destinations have direct relationships and access to all the famous hotels and resorts in Viet Nam, which can offer our clients the best prices ever for accommodation.

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THE SPA AT STRAWBERRY HILL HOTEL

Stress drops away and healing begins as you wander down winding, flower-scented paths to our soothing spa. The pure air and stunning vistas of mountains soaring all around you make the everyday worries slip away. The Spa is tucked in a secluded nook of the mountainside, ensuring a private escape. Ease into one of the airy, indoor/outdoor five treatment rooms and let our experienced Spa Therapists work their relaxing magic. You will be treated to our locally gathered botanicals featuring native pimento, ginger, lemongrass and coconut. The potency and purity of our preparations are second to none. Our signature treatment, the Blue Mountain Elixir Body Scrub, utilizes local coffee grounds mixed with heated coconut oil, followed by a rejuvenating 60-minute deep tissue body massage and hydrotherapy session.

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The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas

Discover a gentler place at one of the leading spas in St. Thomas, as you are pampered by an array of calming treatments. Enjoy a couple’s massage while being caressed by the island breeze in our spa gazebo. Or, for a sweet sensation, indulge in our acclaimed Cocolicious Facial. Here in our seaside enclave you will benefit from one of the most diverse selections of therapies and spa treatments available in the Virgin Islands. Escape to the tropical island sanctuary of The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas and be embraced by luxury at the magnificent spa.

As you gaze out at the blue horizon, dotted the gentle green hills of the neighboring islands, the soft sounds of steel pan drums tickle your ear. Reflexively, you relax and exhale, knowing you have landed in one unmistakably perfect destination, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas, a luxury hotel able to seamlessly blend the unique culture of the Caribbean with penultimate luxury and refinement.

Bask in the generous spirit of the Caribbean from the moment you enter our terra-cotta tile roofed Grand Palazzo, a majestic open-air structure overlooking the expanse of beaches, waters, lush hills and picturesque resorts in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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TALISE OTTOMAN SPA

Behind vast carved turquoise doors within the luxurious Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Hotel, lies the palatial Talise Ottoman Spa. With 42 treatment rooms, eight hydrotherapy rooms, steam rooms, saunas, snow rooms, floating baths and two thalassotherapy pools, you’ll discover almost limitless ways to treat yourself.

At the heart of this spa, built from marble and exquisitely decorated with dark woods, mosaics and murals, is a spectacular Turkish Hammam.

The centuries-old tradition of hammam is based around a philosophy of community.

It’s the perfect place to come together, relax and experience true indulgence.

Inspired by the imperial palaces of the Ottoman era, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray does absolutely everything in superb style. From its exclusive location on the west crescent of the iconic Palm Jumeirah to the truly spectacular lobby entrance, every detail inspires awe and delight. www.jumeirah.com 72

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SIX SENSES SPA AT ZIGHY BAY, OMAN Six Senses Spa at Zighy Bay is a refuge for mind and body; it's a retreat from the busy humdrum of daily life; a haven for the calm and relaxed soul; a sanctuary of ultimate well-being.

Committed to delivering integrated wellness experiences along with peace, tranquillity, fitness and health, we combine innovative and ancient holistic treatments from our expert in-house and visiting wellness consultants.

Six Senses Zighy Bay is located on the northern Musandam Peninsula in the Sultanate of Oman.

The setting of these beautiful indigenous village-style accommodations and private marina is spectacular, with the dramatic mountains on one side and the sandy beach of Zighy Bay on the other.

Tantalize your senses: feel the sand beneath your toes; listen as your sunset dhow cruise glides through waves; taste culinary delights of the region. www.sixsenses.com 74

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Burj Al Arab Talise Spa

Perched 150 metres above the Arabian Gulf, Talise Spa Burj Al Arab is the ultimate destination to luxuriate, relax and rejuvenate within the iconic Dubai landmark hotel.

Each experience has been carefully crafted and exclusively developed using the world’s most luxurious products to leave you utterly pampered.

Bathed in natural light, this ground-breaking spa offers a sanctuary for guests to indulge in an extensive menu of pampering treatments – all designed to reinvigorate and restore. From facials and organic body wraps to Chakra balancing hot stone massage, each treatment uses the highest quality products and latest methods in personal care.

The spacious Talise Spa is housed over two levels in the distinctive sail-shaped silhouette of Burj Al Arab, and boasts enough luxurious serenity to calm even the most hectic lifestyle. Leave the world behind and reconnect with your inner self in a space that inspires relaxation.

Talise Spa offers a unique nature based luxury environment to help you unwind with the pleasure of treatments from world-renowned houses, such as La Prairie, Sundari and THÉMAÉ, applied by a skilled and caring team of therapists. Stretched over two floors, separate men's and women's amenities ensure total privacy and discretion.

Both ladies and gentlemen’s relaxation areas feature an aqua retreat. Separate indoor infinity pools, jacuzzi and treatment rooms overlooking the Arabian Gulf complement the spa, along with saunas, steam rooms and plunge pools. Gentlemen can enjoy the panoramic sauna and steam lounges looking out to the World Islands and Downtown Dubai, both fitted with rare fog-proof glass. Additional facilities include a squash court, a fitness centre with aerobic facilities, advanced cardiovascular and resistance training equipment. www.jumeirah.com 79

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Between the turquoise waters of the lagoon and the deep blue of the ocean, Deep Ocean Spa is situated at the very heart of the InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa, jewel of the Polynesian hotel business.

With over 4000m2 of nature, Deep Ocean Spa offers areas for hydrotherapy, beauty care and gentle energy. There are also glass-floored overwater bungalows enabling you to admire the marine life during the sessions you choose, whether you are alone or a couple. We also find relaxation areas with an unobstructed view over the ocean, outdoor jacuzzi, steam baths and showers to awaken the senses, a fitness room, a tea lounge and a boutique.

Deep Ocean Spa is a real haven of peace and harmony, with a team of professionals dedicated to your profound well-being.

Aside from its idyllic location, Deep Ocean Spa is the first thalassotherapy centre ever built in the South Pacific, as well as the only establishment in the world using the benefits of water drawn from the Pacific Ocean at depths of over 900m, to administer care of unrivalled intensity. www.ihg.com 83

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LAUCALA, FIJI Few spa experiences rival that at Laucala, where traditional Fijian therapies, organic amenities and serene settings go hand in hand. Four treatment villas – each with an outdoor tub, relaxation room and changing room – and two wet rooms with Vichy showers and steam facilities sit amid water features and tall palm trees, complemented by a beauty salon, pedicure and manicure rooms and the Spa Garden.

It’s here that herbs, spices, flowers and fruits are picked to create Laucala’s four signature scents: Molikaro (native citrus), Wainimate (medicinal herbs), Senikau (tropical blooms) and Qele (indigenous roots, woods and spices).

Each scent is incorporated into the spa’s organic, amenities, including lotions and the massage oils used in spa rituals.

Signature experiences range from Fijian hot-and-cold stone therapy to body scrubs using volcanic soil from the island and mineral crystal therapy.

Guests are encouraged to become involved in the spa experience through the Spa Garden, where an interactive display informs about Fiji’s tropical bounty. Guests can pick their own spices, herbs flowers and fruits – vanilla, lemongrass, cinnamon, nutmeg, coffee, ylang ylang, pepper, ginger – and create a signature essential oil, soap or lotion in the Spa Kitchen, where a coconut press produces oil in small batches.

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