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€200 spa discount for Italy's adults
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Adults living in Italy can cash in on a €200 (£170, US$235) spa voucher thanks to the government’s recent €53m (£44.9m, US$62.2m) stimulus package. The package has been rolled out to help kickstart the recovery of the country’s thermal wellness industry. In April, Federterme – the Italian Federation of Industries Spas and Hot hearing to put forward the industry’s urgent case for economic support. It explained that Italy is home to 320 thermal spas which generate over €1.5bn (£1.3bn, US$1.8bn) in revenue annually
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Springs Healing – attended a government
■■ Italy is home to 320 thermal spas which generate €1.5bn (£1.3bn, US$1.8bn) annually
and employ roughly 60,000 people. Federterme said the industry
The new incentive is aimed
experienced a 70 per cent drop in demand for thermal spas
at all adult citizens residing in
due to the pandemic.
Italy, without ISEE limits.
US$235) voucher will mean they must cover the excess cost themselves. Participants will soon be able
Citizens can take advantage of one
“It’s necessary spas receive targeted
to select from a list of accredited
interventions which put them in a position
voucher each to pay for or discount a
establishments which is due to be
to restart alongside the entire economic
thermal spa service of their choice.
released imminently by the Government.
and social chain,” it concluded.
Any service exceeding the €200 (£170,
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Tenaya Stone Spa will open in Anaheim this September
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Rosewood São Paulo to open in vertical garden tower Rosewood's to open first hotel in South America
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Tribal elder gifts precious stone to Disney's new spa
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DESIGN
Cinq Mondes unveils chic urban spa in Paris New facility opens in iconic Parisian department store
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spa business people The Well grows senior leadership team with two new appointments
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odern wellness brand
Meanwhile, Cruz will oversee
The Well has announced
day-to-day operations as
two new hires; Doris
VP and GM at the New York
Lopez as the VP of health
and Connecticut outposts.
and healing and Tara Cruz as
She’ll help guide the team
the VP and GM of the brand’s
and manage the array of
spaces – The Well New York
services, including private
and The Well at Mayflower Inn.
events, to ensure quality
As VP of health and
care and a hospitable
healing, Lopez will develop
experience for all guests.
and execute health and
Prior to her new
wellness strategies across
appointment, Cruz was
The Well’s locations, assisting
positioned at Four Seasons
in programme and business development opportunities.
Hotel New York Downtown ■■ Doris Lopez (L) and Tara Cruz (R)
as senior spa director
A certified wellness and
for the Americas, where
I look forward to guiding the team to support the brand’s larger mission to be the gold standard for wellness
resiliency coach, Lopez previously served as Canyon Ranch's VP of health and
she oversaw nine spas within North America. She said: “I look forward to
healing and also brings 20 years experience leading
guiding the team to support “Through my previous
with Eastern healing to help
the brand’s mission to be the
healthcare facilities for hospital
experiences, I hope to
expand our footprint within the
gold standard for wellness.”
systems and medical centres.
bridge traditional medicine
industry,” Lopez commented.
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Michelle Hammond opens nominations for TPOT’s Shine Your Light awards celebrating industry excellence
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ducational organisation The Power of Touch (TPOT) has launched
Shine a light on someone you feel deserves to be rewarded for all they do to make the world a better place
the nominations process for its second annual
Spa Business School and
(Employed); Inspirational
Shine Your Light Awards to
TPOT said: “Nominations
Therapist (Freelance; and
celebrate excellence in the
are now open, so shine a
Inspirational Trainer.
spa and wellness industry.
light on someone you feel
welcome from industry
to recognise and reward
for all they do to make the
peers, colleagues and the
individuals that go above
world a better place.”
public for nominees who
and beyond to serve and
The awards are split into
live and practise within
■■ Michelle Hammond,
demonstrate that the power of
six categories; Inspirational
founder and MD of Spa
touch is the spa and wellness
Charity Contributor;
industry’s greatest gift.
Inspirational Consultant;
at the Shine Your Light Awards
Inspirational Leader;
afternoon on 3 November.
Inspirational Therapist
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Business School and TPOT
Michelle Hammond, founder and MD of the
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The awards are designed
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spa business people
spa business insider Contents issue 378
photo:CARILLON MIAMI WELLNESS RESORT
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Integrative wellness
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Active ageing
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A whole new world
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New appointments
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Spa insights
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Supplier innovation and news
■■ Tammy Pahel, VP of spa & wellness operations at Carillon Miami
We’re thrilled to offer our guests solutions to help elevate their health journey
Tammy Pahel reveals Carillon's upcoming medi-wellness clinic
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arillon Miami Wellness
their holistic health and
Resort has partnered
as a wellness destination
with anti-ageing and
we wanted to partner with
medical wellness centre the
a company that takes a
biostation to launch a new
forward-thinking approach to
functional medicine practice
treating these concerns to
at the resort’s 70,000sq ft
offer our clients access to
spa and wellness facility.
the latest innovations and
Opening in September, the
therapies on the market.
biostation at Carillon Miami
“The biostation is a
will introduce a destination
leader in anti-ageing and
with access to revolutionary
the work it’s done with its
therapies claimed to prevent
patients is remarkable.
and reverse the impacts
“We’re thrilled to introduce
of ageing on the body.
a centre at Carillon Miami
Tammy Pahel, VP of spa
and offer our guests,
& wellness operations at
residents and local community
Carillon Miami, commented:
these solutions to elevate
“People are taking a
their health journey.”
preventative approach to
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Tammy Pahel unveils Carillon Miami Wellness Resort's plans to unveil stat-of-the-art medi-wellness centre to enrich guests' health journeys
New Chelsea retirement residence to champion active ageing with tailor-made wellness programming and 24/7 care
Anantara to open first resort on Dubai’s vast World Islands archipelago in Q4
Green Spa Network grows its board of directors with brand new appointments
Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa opens the doors to its new £1.5m destination spa and Cinq Mondes' latest urban spa unveiled within iconic Parisian department store after €500m overhaul by LVMH
The latest in products and innovation from Dr Barbara Sturm, RKF Luxury Linen, Elemental Herbology, Ojmar and Diana Mestre
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spa business news NEW OPENINGS
Six Senses opens new desert spa sanctuary Six Senses Hotels Resorts
blends seamlessly into
Spas has launched its brand
the desert’s landscape. Built as an oasis in the
new desert retreat called Six
desert, the six-treatment-room
Senses Shaharut in Israel. laid into a dramatic cliff
and deep red palette of the
with panoramic views of the
local Edom Mountains into
Negev Desert, the resort
its walls. Alcoves complete
is home to a 1,900sq m
the curved walls, which are
spa realised by Tel Aviv-
home to Nabatean animal
based Plesner Architects.
statues, acknowledging the habitat as it once was.
The facility is designed
Facilities include an
to offer a contemporary
Six Senses Shaharut
spa draws the landscape
With its secluded setting
■■ The 60-key resort is comprised of suites and villas
interpretation of nomadic
open-plan relaxation area,
structures, reminiscent of
indoor pool, retail boutique,
the Nabataean community
outdoor courtyard pergola with
Biologique Recherche and
together with our unique
which occupied the area
seating and an alchemy bar,
local product house Lavido
desert culture and traditions.
over 2,000 years ago.
alongside a gym, wellness
to supply treatments.
studio, nail bar and separate-
Using natural materials
“With a passionate
Resort GM Thomas Fehlbier
team, we’ll work to create
from the original setting,
sex changing facilities with
said: “Six Senses Shaharut
out-of-the-ordinary guest
the two-level spa has
hammams and saunas.
brings the Six Senses
experiences in a setting
ethos of sustainability, local
of biblical proportions.”
sensitivity and wellness
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The spa has partnered with
been constructed in an
French skincare specialist
eco-friendly manner and
AGeing
In September 2021, a luxury development PHOTO: SIM Canetty-Clarke
for over 65s will open in London designed to change the way we value ageing with wellness programming centred around cellular health –
Gideon Remfry
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■■ Auriens' mission is to redefine later living
masterminded by The Kyros Project. Named Auriens, the Chelsea property
assessment, a holistic programme will
will encompass 56 apartments with
be created for each resident to promote
living spaces and wellness facilities
optimum health and wellbeing.
claimed to be worthy of a five-star hotel.
We'll create a unique programme for each resident
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New retirement residence to champion active ageing
“We’ll create unique programmes
Auriens has partnered with Kyros
including the best elements of exercise,
Project’s team of specialists in fitness,
physical therapy, food and spa rituals”,
nutrition and physiology to champion
said Gideon Remfry, Auriens’ wellness
active ageing. Under Kyros Project’s
director and co-founder of Kyros Project.
careful guidance and after a personal
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spa business insider
growth
Fairmont to grow Saudi Arabian footprint Hospitality group Accor has
the ultimate premier urban
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Ajdan Al Khobar will become
property in Saudi Arabia on the Ajdan Waterfront development, a high-profile mixed-use development in
waterfront development in the Eastern Province, adding the Fairmont brand is
Province of Saudi Arabia.
seeing in the Kingdom after
With an opening date
the successful opening of
expected for Q3 2023, the
Fairmont Riyadh,” added Mark
hotel will feature 160 rooms
feature will be a fullservice Fairmont Spa,
Editorial director
Liz Terry +44 (0)1462 431385
to the strong momentum
Al Khobar and the Eastern
The resort’s signature
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“We believe Fairmont
signed a brand new Fairmont
and serviced apartments.
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Katie Barnes +44 (0)1462 471925
Willis, CEO of Accor India,
Fairmont Ajdan Al Khobar will add strong momentum to the Fairmont brand
accompanied by a fitness
Mark Willis
area and swimming pool.
Middle East, Africa & Turkey. Additional hotel facilities will include four dining outlets, meeting rooms, a Gold
Assistant editor
Megan Whitby +44 (0)1462 471906
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Astrid Ros +44 (0)1462 471911
DEVELOPMENTS Head of news
Anantara to open first resort on vast World Islands archipelago
Tom Walker +44 (0)1462 431385
Head of digital
Tim Nash
Anantara is growing its
+44 (0)1462 471917
Middle Eastern portfolio after announcing plans to open ■■ The World Islands can be seen from space
the first resort on the World Islands giga-project in Dubai.
Anantara is set to reveal
The World Islands is a man-made archipelago located
more details about the
four kilometres off the coast
resort’s spa and wellness
of Dubai featuring 300 islands
concept and facilities in
constructed into the shape of
the coming weeks ahead. Dillip Rajakarier, CEO of
six continents on a world map.
Minor Hotels, parent company
Named Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort, will be
of Anantara, commented:
dedicated to the resort and
“Anantara World Islands
feature 70 keys comprising
Dubai Resort will be the
suites, beach and pool villas.
kid’s club will also be part of
We will open the first hotel on this archipelago
the new resort's amenities.
Dillip Rajakarier
In-room signature Anantara spa treatments, a gym and a
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first hotel to open on this archipelago, offering guests a truly memorable escape just off the coast of Dubai.” More: http://lei.sr/H4G7s_B
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spa business news NEW APPOINTMENTS
INTRODUCING
GSN expands its board of directors Green Spa Network Planet
■ Danny Silva, director
(GSN) has appointed five
of wellness, Auberge
new members to its board
Resort – Stanly Ranch
of directors dedicated
■ Kenzie Vath, director of
to leading the industry’s
wellness & sustainability,
growth in the new green
Pacific Hospitality Group.
economy, GSN has welcomed
selecting this group from all
members to the board:
those that applied, but that
■ Bret Dugan, chief
selection was based on the
operating officer,
board’s present needs and the
■ Saied Karamooz,
president, Blue Beautifly ■ Kate Morrison, director
of wellness & sustainability,
PEDICURE SPA
“It was a daunting task
the following elected
Soleil Toujours
MAESTRO OPUS™
Our selection was based on the board's present needs and talents of the applicants Thor Holm
Ojai Valley Inn
talents of the applicants. It’s with great pleasure that we welcome Brett, Danny, Kate, Kenzie and Saied,” says Thor Holm, GSN board president. More: http://lei.sr/D3B6v_B
DESIGN
Disney’s Imagineers have created a new boutique retreat named Tenaya Stone
Electronic, independent molded footrests
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Disneyland's new spa features gift by local tribal elder
■■ The spa is inspired by the spirit of nature
Spa, opening 16 September, at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California
The spa is laid out
two for couples – manicure/
according to the four
pedicure chairs, a relaxation
facility inspired by the spirit of
directions of north, south,
lounge, changing rooms
nature, indigenous cultures of
east, and west, and aligned
and a boutique.
California and the Craftsman
with the four colours of
design of the existing hotel.
white, red, black and yellow.
The spa is a 6,000sq ft
Within the spa, guests will discover a Tenaya Stone gifted
“The name Tenaya can be
Details include wood
from a Miwok Elder and her
interpreted ‘to dream’ in the
flooring cut in rounds, a
family who are descendants
indigenous culture of the
chandelier designed from
of Chief Tenaya in Yosemite
Yosemite Valley,” said Dawn
a tree root, stained-glass
Valley. With blessings, the
Jackson, a Native American
doors and windows, rocks
stone now resides at the
cultural advisor within Disney,
and minerals and art pieces
heart of the spa, offering
who began working on the
crafted by regional artisans.
inspiration to all visitors
The spa features eight
with its peaceful energy.
treatment rooms – including
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Rosewood to debut in South America The upcoming hotel will
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is forging ahead towards
incorporate Rosewood’s
opening its first South
signature Asaya wellness
American destination in
concept in the form of a
Brazil in Q4 2021.
six-treatment-room spa with a fitness centre
Rosewood has been
and two swimming pools
manage Rosewood São Paulo.
including one rooftop pool
The site is being developed
and one set within the
by entrepreneur Alexandre
hotel’s lush gardens.
to bring about the renaissance
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of the House of Balmain. Rosewood São Paulo will feature 180 guestrooms, which will be situated within
Rosewood has been waiting for the right opportunity to enter South America Sonia Cheng
a vertical garden tower.
waiting for the right opportunity to enter South America and I firmly believe this is it,” says Sonia Cheng, Rosewood CEO. More: http://lei.sr/d8Y3m_B
EVENTS
Countdown begins for 17th World Leisure Congress The 17th World Leisure Congress will take place in Dunedin, New Zealand, from 12-16 December 2022.
■■ The previous congress was hosted in Beijing, China
Organised in partnership between the World Leisure
The 90-minute sessions can
Center of Excellence
be run as debates, discussion
(WLCE) - University of Otago
forums or workshops within
and the World Leisure
the main programme. WLO has issued a call
Organisation (WLO), the main
for abstracts, opening on
theme for the event will be “Learn well, live well”. WLO has now confirmed the key dates for contributions from academia and industry, which will form the backbone of the
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The main theme for the event will be "Learn well, live well" WLO
1 November 2021. “”This is the time when individuals can submit abstracts that either relate to a specifically named session, or which align more broadly with the congress
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themes,” WLO said.
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Spa Business insights ■■ The refurbishment has seen the spa gain an outdoor hydrotherapy pool with soothing relaxation areas
Fresh perspective Fawsley Hall Hotel & Spa has opened the door to its new £1.5m destination spa in the Northamptonshire countryside
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ountryside retreat Fawsley
luxury country house hotels where the
Hall Hotel & spa in
emphasis is on personalised stays.
Northamptonshire, uK, has
The renovation was focused
opened the doors to its The
on creating a calming, restorative
spa at Fawsley Hall. The spa
atmosphere and enhanced facilities
has undergone a significant
to offer a bespoke, individual spa
refurbishment led by Curveline
experience for guests and members.
Design, following a £1.5m (€1.7m, us$2.1m) investment.
■■ Julia Hands, chair and CEO of Hand Picked Hotels
Finished look Fawsley Hall is part of Hand Picked Hotels, a family-owned collection of 19
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■■ In Q3 2021, a new spa garden will open within Fawsley Hall Hotel's 2,000 acres of lush grounds
Julia Hands, chair and CeO of Hand
complete with a steamroom and sauna, alongside a new outdoor hydrotherapy
Picked Hotels, says: “This sizable
pool. All poolside areas feature spacious
renovation has been carefully designed to
relaxation spaces. The spa has also expanded with a new Himalayan salt sauna, steamroom and six treatment rooms with Gharieni beds. The spa’s Matrix-equipped gym has gained new training areas along with the new ‘spatisserie’ and a large relaxation area overlooking the courtyard and hydrotherapy pool for those wanting to relax while being surrounded by nature. sBinsider Issue 378Issue ©Cybertrek 378 Ltd ©Cybertrek 2021 Ltd 2021
The new spa is filled with natural light and provides a new, premium lifestyle spa experience where guests can completely switch off
create a boutique atmosphere and offer a truly personalised experience. “The whole space is filled with natural light, and provides a new, premium lifestyle spa experience where guests can completely switch off, disconnect and reconnect with loved ones.” To mark the reopening, Fawsley Hall has also introduced new rituals supplied by its partners elemis and Comfort Zone. ● www.spabusiness.com
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Spa Business insights
We wanted to develop a unique urban spa retreat for both travellers and Parisians wanting to unwind amidst the bustle of the city Jean-Louis Poiroux, Cinq Mondes co-founder
Spa in the city A new urban Cinq Mondes spa has been unveiled within Paris' iconic La Samaritaine department store after a €500m overhaul by LVMH
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istoric Parisian department store La samaritaine reopened its doors in June after a ceremony hosted by French President emmanuel Macron.
Luxury goods conglomerate LVMH
(Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) owns the original 19th century building and has poured nearly €500m (£425.6m, us$587.5m) into revamping the site over 15 years.
Global inspiration The jewel in La samaritaine’s crown PHOTO: Sylbain bardin
■■ Each of the seven treatment rooms has been completed with a softly backlit feature wall
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is its vast beauty wing – claimed to be europe’s largest beauty floor in a department store – which is the home of the new spa Cinq Mondes à la samaritaine. Founded in 2001 by JeanLouis Poiroux and Nathalie ©Cybertrek Ltd ©Cybertrek 2021 Ltd sBinsider 2021 Issue 378
■■ The boutique showcases Cinq Mondes' skincare range
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All facilities have been conceived to create an immersive healing journey in the heart of Paris Bouchon-Poiroux, Cinq Mondes
reminiscent of Art Deco stained glass
is a premium French skincare and
which gently illuminates each room.
Poiroux told Spa Business the vision
Poiroux said all facilities – including a hammam, exfoliation room and
for the new 400sq m spa was to
private relaxation areas with views
“develop a unique urban spa retreat for
of the interior garden – have been
both travellers and Parisians wanting to
conceived to create an immersive
unwind amidst the bustle of the city.”
healing journey in the heart of Paris.
The new location marks the brand’s
spa rituals include a selection of
second Parisian site, joining Cinq
massages, scrubs, wraps, facials and
Mondes’ historic Parisian flagship
hammam treatments. In addition,
Finished look
Cinq Mondes has curated an exclusive
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spa brand found in 35 countries.
treatment for the spa named The Great
■■ Relaxation spaces look out onto the
With a contemporary and refined
Ritual from Okinawa to revitalise the
department store's interior garden
decor, the spa Cinq Mondes à la
body and naturally sculpt the face.
samaritaine has been realised by
spa facilities also include a chic
suprem Architectures as a place of
100sq m retail boutique with delicate
healing with a unique personality.
metallic design details and a palette
each of the seven treatment rooms
of warm pastel tones. The space
– including one for couples – has been
has been conceived to guide guests
completed with a Lemi treatment
on a journey of discovery to create
bed and a softly backlit feature wall
their own personalised routine. ●
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that attendees are not only a part of the global spa and wellness industry but also part of a blossoming community of passionate like-minded professionals
■■ Networking allowed attendees to develop meaningful connections
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■■ Dr Barbara Sturm Molecular Cosmetics, is formulated to be the perfect combination of aesthetic medicine and plant extracts
Bürgenstock Resort’s Alpine Spa partners with Dr Barbara Sturm on new treatments and product line photo: DR BARBARA STURM MOLECULAR COSMETICS
■■ German aesthetics doctor Dr Barbara Sturm
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ürgenstock Hotels &
achieved cult status with
Resort Lake Lucerne
skincare devotees and
(60 mins) – 418CHF
has announced a new
celebrities worldwide.
(€385, £329, US$456)
partnership with globally
– Super Anti-Ageing Facial
recognised German aesthetics
line, Dr Barbara Sturm
with Microneedling (90 mins) –
doctor Dr Barbara Sturm,
Molecular Cosmetics, is
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bringing her skincare line
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to its Alpine Spa.
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The Bürgenstock Alpine
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Spa is designed as a tranquil
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– Clarifying Facial (60 mins) – 274CHF (€252, £216, US$299) – Brightening Facial (60 mins) – 274CHF (€252, £216, US$299)
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vitality and relaxation set in a
from the Dr Barbara Sturm
striking mountain-top location
Molecular Cosmetics line at
overlooking Lake Lucerne.
the Alpine Spa to continue their
Facial (60 mins) – 274CHF
skincare regime at home.
(€252, £216, US$299).
Sturm is renowned for her
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Her science-based product
– Signature Glow Facial
anti-inflammatory philosophy
The Alpine Spa’s new
and non-surgical anti-ageing
menu of facial treatments
skin treatments which have
from Sturm’s line includes:
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– Men’s Facial (60 mins) – 274CHF (€252, £216, US$299) – Darker Skin Tones
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47%
reduction in the appearance of free radical damage in just 3 hours!*
SUPPLIER NEWS
photo: RKF LUXURY LINEN
R
KF Luxury Linen has supplied an elegant custom-made linen
collection for the recently opened Carlton Tower
photo: RKF LUXURY LINEN
RKF Luxury Linen designs linen for Carlton Tower Jumeirah
■■ RKF has devised a range of linen products for the 17-storey tower
Jumeirah London. Located in Sloane Street in the heart of London’s Knightsbridge, the five-star
floors, complete with a five-
DNA while bringing the highest
treatment room Talise Spa.
standards of textile expertise
Riadh Bouaziz, CEO and
and sensory experience.
property has reopened after
chair of RKF, commented:
■■ Riadh Bouaziz, CEO
an 18-month closure and an
“We’re delighted to take part
RKF devised a wide range of
and chair of RKF
extensive £100m (€117m,
in this outstanding project
linen products for the 17-storey
US$138m) renovation.
and collaborate with the
tower’s new spa and 186
exceptional Jumeirah Group”.
bedrooms and suites – even
The Carlton Tower has also reopened its 15,000sq
As part of the collaboration,
He explained that the
ft members-only Peak
exclusive linen collection for the
Fitness Club & Spa which
property seeks to preserve the
is spread across three
Carlton Tower Jumeirah’s brand
including a bespoke kids’ range.
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Elemental Herbology reveals new zesty body polish and ritual
E
lemental Herbology’s new Zest Sugar Body Polish is designed to
help maintain skin health, reveal brighter, smoother skin and provide a soothing aromatherapy experience. Elemental Herbology’s head photo: ELEMENTAL HERBOLOGY
of spa for UK and Ireland, Olivia Taylor, explained that: “The polish was launched to bring a new and exciting dynamic to our body range. “We wanted a product that
■■ Olivia Taylor, Elemental Herbology's head of spa for UK and Ireland
would exfoliate and brighten the skin while providing
Hemp seed oil, chia seed
Meanwhile, sweet orange,
spa treatment menu in its
nourishment and barrier-
oil and sea buckthorn oil
rosemary and marjoram
45-minute Fire Energiser
strengthening properties.
underpin the scrub’s formula
essential oils complete
Body Scrub treatment.
With this in mind, we created
and have been incorporated
the line-up to provide an
a body polish encompassing
to help nourish the skin,
uplifting sensory element.
those qualities and enriched
calm inflammation and
it with a fresh and zesty blend
protect against environmental
polish is being showcased
of energising essential oils.”
aggressors and pollutants.
in Elemental Herbology’s
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As part of the launch, the
The polish is suitable for all skin types.
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SUPPLIER NEWS Ojmar's new OCS SMART allows for a hands-free locker system
O
jmar has launched OCS SMART, a next-generation smart lock that can
be controlled via a mobile phone, tablet, or smart watch using Bluetooth technology. It pairs with the OCS SMART app, to increase the ease of installation and usage. In addition to the touchless features via Bluetooth, the photo: OJMAR
lock has a keypad backup. The battery lifespan of the lock gives up to five years of use
■■ Aitor Elorza, Ojmar's sales and marketing director
before changeout is required. The keypad is crevice-free
wiring, making it ideal for
durations, scheduled automatic
and waterproof, allowing for
agile working environments.
openings, and the ability to
that “OCS SMART allows
explained to Spa Business
an easy and efficient wipe
The lock is equipped with
allocate lockers via QR code
your locker system to
down of the lock surface.
a wide range of manager- and
or permits sent via email, or
become truly hands-free”.
The OCS SMART is a
user-programmable features,
multiple social media platforms.
wireless system, there are no
including private and public
cumbersome cables or complex
settings, audit trails, rental
Aitor Elorza, Ojmar's sales and marketing director,
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Diana Mestre's new book taps into power of nature
S
pa and wellness consultant and industry figure Diana Mestre has
penned a new book named Wellness Codes, alongside her daughter Diana Hool. Drawing on their experience together at Mestre & Mestre Spa & Wellness Consulting, the duo wrote
■■ Diana Hool (L) and Diana Mestre (R)
the book for both wellness experts and blossoming wellness enthusiasts.
to help people reconnect with
new path of transformation,
their natural health and balance.
health and happiness,”
designed to offer an intuitive
This wisdom is communicated
remarked Mestre.
method to help readers find a
in the book through 21 wellness
path to achieve holistic wellbeing
concepts to help readers
would be ideally placed in spas,
through the five organic elements.
transform their wellbeing.
boutiques and hotel rooms.
The Wellness Codes is
According to Mestre and Hool,
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■■ The book is now available for purchase via Amazon
“We want to share Wellness
each element contains its own
Codes with the world in the
wisdom which can be tapped
hopes that it may open a
She envisions the book
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WEB ADDRESS BOOK Connect with spa organisations from around the world. We welcome your entries – write to spateam@leisuremedia.com Asia-Pacific Spa & Wellness Coalition (APSWC) ■■ www.apswc.org
Association of Malaysian Spas (AMSPA) ■■ www.amspa.org.my
Bali Spa and Wellness Association ■■ www.balispawellness-association.org
Brazilian Spas Association ■■ www.abcspas.com.br
Bulgarian Union for Balneology and Spa Tourism (BUBSPA) ■■ www.bubspa.org
Association of Spas of the Czech Republic ■■ www.jedemedolazni.cz
Estonian Spa Association ■■ www.estonianspas.eu
European Historic Thermal Towns Association ■■ www.ehtta.eu
European Spas Association ■■ www.espa-ehv.com
Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT) ■■ www.fht.org.uk
Romanian Spa Organization
■■ www.deutscher-heilbaederverband.de
■■ www.romanian-spas.ro
Global Wellness Institute (GWI)
Salt Therapy Association
■■ www.globalwellnessinstitute.org
■■ www.salttherapyassociation.org
Green Spa Network (GSN)
Serbian Spas & Resorts Association
■■ www.greenspanetwork.org
■■ www.serbianspas.org
Hungarian Baths Association
South African Spa Association
■■ www.furdoszovetseg.hu/en
■■ www.saspaassociation.co.za
Hydrothermal Spa Forum
Spanish National Spa Association
■■ www.hydrothermal-spa-forum.net
■■ www.balnearios.org
The Iceland Spa Association
Spa and Wellness Association of Africa (SWAA)
■■ www.visitspas.eu/iceland
The International Medical Spa Association ■■ www.dayspaassociation.com/imsa
International Sauna Association ■■ www.saunainternational.net
International Spa Association (ISPA) ■■ www.experienceispa.com
Irish Spa Association ■■ www.irishspaassociation.ie
Japan Spa Association ■■ www.j-spa.jp
Leading Spas of Canada ■■ www.leadingspasofcanada.com
■■ www.swaafrica.org
Spa Association of India ■■ www.spaassociationofindia.in
Spa Industry Association ■■ www.dayspaassociation.com
Spa & Wellness International Council ■■ www.1swic.ru
The Sustainable Spa Association (SSA) ■■ www.sustainablespas.org
Taiwan Spa Association ■■ www.tspa.tw
Thai Spa Association ■■ www.thaispaassociation.com
FEMTEC (the World Federation of Hydrotherapy and Climatotherapy)
National Guild of Spa Experts Russia
The UK Spa Association
■■ https://www.femteconline.org/m
■■ www.russiaspas.ru
■■ www.spa-uk.org
French Spa Association (SPA-A)
Portuguese Spas Association
Ukrainian SPA Association
■■ www.spa-a.org
■■ www.termasdeportugal.pt
■■ www.facebook.com/UASPA
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