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5 Editor’s letter

Active and wellness design

Liz Terry shares her thoughts

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What spas can do to compete with Zeel, the at-home massage website

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Leonardo DiCaprio’s eco project in Belize; USA firm buys out Japanese onsen operator; €40m expansion for Iceland’s Blue Lagoon

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44 Wellness

In sickness & health

The Urban Zen Integrative Therapy programme by designer Donna Karan helps acutely-ill patients in health and social care settings. Julie Cramer reports

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52 Design

Sense of arrival

Neena Dhillon talks to the spa designers and operators at the new Aman and Ritz-Carlton properties in Japan

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64 Ask an expert

Neuromarketing

Could this field of market research hold the key to finding out what customers really want? Rhianon Howells investigates

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70 Experimental spa

Deep in thought

Sophie Benge visits Vair, an ‘experimental spa’ where treatments use psychosomatic techniques

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76 Spa Attraction

That’s Amore

Korean skincare firm AmorePacific has turned its factory into an award-winning attraction. Jason Holland finds out more

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On the cover | Fashion designer Donna Karan: Donna Karan’s Urban Zen Foundation
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A new industry-wide initiative is one of the first to help experienced spa managers to move on in their career

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Loneliness is twice as unhealthy as obesity. What, if anything, can spas do to help tackle the escalating problem?

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90 Mystery shop

Aire Ancient Baths, New York

Going undercover and underground at this trendy bathhouse-style spa

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96 Spa software

Functionality focus – part 2

What spa software modules are the most important and why?

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98 Spa-kit

Product update

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102 Products

Performance driven

Gazelli partners with Britain’s Royal Ballet ahead of its flagship spa launch

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106 Research

Heart warming

Sauna sessions aid cardiovascular health say Finnish scientists

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SB 2015 issue 2
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Magazine archive
5 Editor’s letter

Active and wellness design

Liz Terry shares her thoughts

Download PDF magazine
View online
18 Letters


What spas can do to compete with Zeel, the at-home massage website

Download PDF magazine
View online
20 News


Leonardo DiCaprio’s eco project in Belize; USA firm buys out Japanese onsen operator; €40m expansion for Iceland’s Blue Lagoon

Download PDF magazine

25 Promotional feature

BC Softwear

Enhancing the spa experience

Download PDF magazine
View online
30 Initiative

Global Wellness Day

Have you said ‘yes’ yet?

Download PDF magazine
View online
32 Interview

Kathy Van Ness

The COO at Golden Door tells Katie Barnes how she’s used her background in fashion to reinvent the destination spa

Download PDF magazine
View online
44 Wellness

In sickness & health

The Urban Zen Integrative Therapy programme by designer Donna Karan helps acutely-ill patients in health and social care settings. Julie Cramer reports

Download PDF magazine
View online
52 Design

Sense of arrival

Neena Dhillon talks to the spa designers and operators at the new Aman and Ritz-Carlton properties in Japan

Download PDF magazine
View online
64 Ask an expert

Neuromarketing

Could this field of market research hold the key to finding out what customers really want? Rhianon Howells investigates

Download PDF magazine
View online
70 Experimental spa

Deep in thought

Sophie Benge visits Vair, an ‘experimental spa’ where treatments use psychosomatic techniques

Download PDF magazine
View online
76 Spa Attraction

That’s Amore

Korean skincare firm AmorePacific has turned its factory into an award-winning attraction. Jason Holland finds out more

Download PDF magazine
View online
On the cover | Fashion designer Donna Karan: Donna Karan’s Urban Zen Foundation
82 Training

Global Mentorship Pilot Program

A new industry-wide initiative is one of the first to help experienced spa managers to move on in their career

Download PDF magazine
View online
86 Spa Foresight™

Lonely planet

Loneliness is twice as unhealthy as obesity. What, if anything, can spas do to help tackle the escalating problem?

Download PDF magazine
View online
90 Mystery shop

Aire Ancient Baths, New York

Going undercover and underground at this trendy bathhouse-style spa

Download PDF magazine
View online
96 Spa software

Functionality focus – part 2

What spa software modules are the most important and why?

Download PDF magazine
View online
98 Spa-kit

Product update

Equipment and product launches

Download PDF magazine
View online
102 Products

Performance driven

Gazelli partners with Britain’s Royal Ballet ahead of its flagship spa launch

Download PDF magazine
View online
106 Research

Heart warming

Sauna sessions aid cardiovascular health say Finnish scientists

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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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How technology can help drive growth for your spa business
It's safe to say that technology is transforming every sector, and the spa, wellness and beauty industries are no exception. [more...]

Spa and wellness industry to reunite at Forum HOTel&SPA 2024
The 16th edition of the esteemed international spa and hospitality industry event, Forum HOTel&SPA, is rapidly approaching, promising an immersive experience for attendees. [more...]
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Book4Time Inc.

Founded in 2004, Book4Time is a global leader in spa, wellness and leisure activity management solut [more...]
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23-25 Apr 2024

ISPA Conference 2024

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28-30 Apr 2024

Spa Life Scotland

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