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SB 2017 issue 4
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5 Editor’s letter

Existential threat

Liz Terry shares her thoughts

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16 Promotional feature

Barr + Wray

Making waves in spa design

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20 Letters


The complexity of the skin microbiome

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22 People profile

Wim Hof

Wim Hof on spas, breathing and the positive effects of the cold

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24 People profile

CG Funk

CG Funk joins The Massage Company

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26 People profile

Debra Neill

Debra Neill helps those in the spa industry after a disaster

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28 News


Park Hyatt St Kitts opens with Miraval spa; Aman New York will have three-storey spa; Mearns joins LivUnLtd

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36 News report

Icelandic spa

Myths and monsters have inspired an Icelandic geothermal spa concept

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38 Top Team

Civana

Kevin Kelly and his team hope to transform wellness hospitality

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44 Ask an Expert

Cold therapy

Is cold-water therapy the next hot thing in spa treatments?

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48 Research

US spa industry

US spa revenue has reached an all-time high of US$16.8bn, according to the latest research from ISPA

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52 Promotional feature

Book4time

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54 GWS

Reaching for the moon

Highlights from the Global Wellness Summit in Palm Beach, Florida

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64 Promotional feature

Phytomer

Science of the sea

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On the cover | Wim Hof: The Iceman Wim Hof on spas, breathing and the benefits of the cold
66 Spa Foresight


A look at the trends that will have the biggest impact on spas in the future

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76 Feature

As Lux would have it

Jane Kitchen finds out more about the Mauritian brand’s holistic wellness offerings – and plans for expansion

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84 Promotional feature

Resortsuite

Making a fully-integrated difference

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86 Software

Social media

How software is helping spas drive new business through social media

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90 Fitness

Hybrid Fitness

ESPA Life at Corinthia launches a ‘revolutionary’ new fitness concept

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95 Product Innovation

spa-kit.net

Suppliers tell Lauren Heath-Jones about their newest launches

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97 Promotional feature

Anne Semonin

Katherine Connolly, newly appointed global director of retail and spa operations at Anne Semonin, discusses her plans for the brand

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99 Promotional feature

Gharieni

Gharieni CEO Sammy Gharieni explains how augmented massage adds a new dimension

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101 Promotional feature

Thalion

Thalion is the first company to develop highly specialised mineral therapies for clients, says training manager Sophie Alemany

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106 Research

Finishing touch

A new study shows that massage can help muscle re-growth after an injury – even when applied to the opposite limb

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SB 2017 issue 4
Download PDF
View digital edition
Subscribe
Magazine archive
5 Editor’s letter

Existential threat

Liz Terry shares her thoughts

View in digital edition
View online
16 Promotional feature

Barr + Wray

Making waves in spa design

View in digital edition
View online
20 Letters


The complexity of the skin microbiome

View in digital edition
View online
22 People profile

Wim Hof

Wim Hof on spas, breathing and the positive effects of the cold

View in digital edition
View online
24 People profile

CG Funk

CG Funk joins The Massage Company

View in digital edition
View online
26 People profile

Debra Neill

Debra Neill helps those in the spa industry after a disaster

View in digital edition
View online
28 News


Park Hyatt St Kitts opens with Miraval spa; Aman New York will have three-storey spa; Mearns joins LivUnLtd

View in digital edition

36 News report

Icelandic spa

Myths and monsters have inspired an Icelandic geothermal spa concept

View in digital edition
View online
38 Top Team

Civana

Kevin Kelly and his team hope to transform wellness hospitality

View in digital edition
View online
44 Ask an Expert

Cold therapy

Is cold-water therapy the next hot thing in spa treatments?

View in digital edition
View online
48 Research

US spa industry

US spa revenue has reached an all-time high of US$16.8bn, according to the latest research from ISPA

View in digital edition
View online
52 Promotional feature

Book4time

Turn cancellations from headache into revenue

View in digital edition
View online
54 GWS

Reaching for the moon

Highlights from the Global Wellness Summit in Palm Beach, Florida

View in digital edition
View online
64 Promotional feature

Phytomer

Science of the sea

View in digital edition
View online
On the cover | Wim Hof: The Iceman Wim Hof on spas, breathing and the benefits of the cold
66 Spa Foresight


A look at the trends that will have the biggest impact on spas in the future

View in digital edition
View online
76 Feature

As Lux would have it

Jane Kitchen finds out more about the Mauritian brand’s holistic wellness offerings – and plans for expansion

View in digital edition
View online
84 Promotional feature

Resortsuite

Making a fully-integrated difference

View in digital edition
View online
86 Software

Social media

How software is helping spas drive new business through social media

View in digital edition
View online
90 Fitness

Hybrid Fitness

ESPA Life at Corinthia launches a ‘revolutionary’ new fitness concept

View in digital edition
View online
95 Product Innovation

spa-kit.net

Suppliers tell Lauren Heath-Jones about their newest launches

View in digital edition
View online
97 Promotional feature

Anne Semonin

Katherine Connolly, newly appointed global director of retail and spa operations at Anne Semonin, discusses her plans for the brand

View in digital edition
View online
99 Promotional feature

Gharieni

Gharieni CEO Sammy Gharieni explains how augmented massage adds a new dimension

View in digital edition
View online
101 Promotional feature

Thalion

Thalion is the first company to develop highly specialised mineral therapies for clients, says training manager Sophie Alemany

View in digital edition
View online
106 Research

Finishing touch

A new study shows that massage can help muscle re-growth after an injury – even when applied to the opposite limb

View in digital edition
View online
LATEST NEWS
US spa industry hits record-breaking US$21.3 billion in revenue in 2023
The US spa industry is continuing its upward trajectory, achieving an unprecedented milestone with a record-breaking revenue of US$21.3 billion in 2023, surpassing the previous high of US$20.1 billion in 2022.
Immediate rewards can motivate people to exercise, finds new research
Short-term incentives for exercise, such as using daily reminders, rewards or games, can lead to sustained increases in activity according to new research.
Shannon Malave appointed spa director at Mohonk Mountain House
Spa and wellness veteran Shannon Malave has been named spa director at iconic US spa destination Mohonk Mountain House.
Six Senses unveils urban wellness retreat in Kyoto inspired by Japanese Zen culture
Six Senses Kyoto opens its doors today, marking the eco-luxury hotel and spa operator’s entry into Japan and a new addition to its urban collection.
UAE’s first Dior Spa debuts in Dubai at Dorchester Collection’s newest hotel, The Lana
The UAE’s first-ever Dior Spa has officially launched at The Lana, Dubai – the Dorchester Collection’s debut property in the Middle East.
Four Seasons’ Sacred River Spa in Bali relaunching in Q3 following extensive renovation
The Sacred River Spa at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan will reopen later this year with an all-new design plus enhanced treatments and experiences inspired by its river valley home.
Circadian Trust invests in wellness to support its NHS partnerships
Operator Circadian Trust has launched a five-year growth drive designed to support health and wellbeing across South Gloucestershire, UK. The initiative will see a £2.4m investment in its five Active Lifestyle Centres.
US named world’s largest wellness economy, reaching US$1.8 trillion valuation
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released new data on the US’ wellness economy, valuing it at US$1.8 trillion.
Galgorm Resort gears up to host UK Aufguss Championships next week
UK sauna enthusiasts will converge at Galgorm Resort in Northern Ireland next week for the highly anticipated second annual UK Aufguss Championships.
Remedy Place to launch two new social wellness clubs annually as part of rollout strategy
Remedy Place, a US-based social wellness club brand, is poised for steady expansion in the coming years, with plans to open two new clubs annually moving forward.
Clinique La Prairie to operate health resort at Tri Vananda in Phuket
Swiss longevity brand Clinique La Prairie (CLP) has inked a deal with Montara Hospitality Group to operate a resort at Tri Vananda – a purpose-built wellness community in Phuket, Thailand.
Six Senses La Sagesse launches with lagoon-fronted spa inspired by Caribbean fishing villages
Six Senses has announced the grand opening of its first-ever property and spa in the Caribbean, called Six Senses La Sagesse.
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FEATURED SUPPLIERS

Crafting luxury: Beltrami Linen's bespoke spa solutions
Beltrami Linen’s approach to the world of spa is underpinned by a strong emphasis on bespoke design, where close collaboration with customers and their designers is always of the utmost importance. [more...]

Discover Comfort Zone’s Stand For Regeneration campaign
Comfort Zone's latest initiative, the Stand for Regeneration campaign, consolidates its position as a pioneer in the cosmetics business. [more...]
+ More featured suppliers  
COMPANY PROFILES
Sothys Paris

Founded in 1946, Sothys is owned by the Mas family. Chief executive Christian Mas oversees the com [more...]
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CATALOGUE GALLERY
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DIRECTORY
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23-25 Apr 2024

ISPA Conference 2024

Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, United States
28-30 Apr 2024

Spa Life Scotland

Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow,
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