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California hosts global hot springs convention
POSTED 24 Dec 2019 . BY Megan Whitby
The 2019 meeting was the second in the event’s history.

This is an important collaboration to unify the hot springs resort industry.
– Vicky Nash, Hot Springs Connection founder and organiser
120 international owners and operators of geothermal pools, spas and resorts recently gathered in the US for a conference called Hot Springs Connection, at Indian Wells and Desert Hot Springs, California.

Representatives from 20 US states, Canada, Australia and New Zealand met for the two-part conference, claimed to be the only US hot springs event.

The 2019 meeting was the second in the event’s history, followed its debut last year in Glenwood Springs, Colorado.

The first half included general sessions, breakout events, trade exchange and networking. Topics covered ranged from water stewardship, natural resource protection, heritage preservation, and standardizing regulatory requirements.

The event also included a focus on geothermal energy, wellness trends, new design standards, hospitality training, tourism marketing and running profitable spas.

“This is an important collaboration to unify the hot springs resort industry in this country,” said Vicky Nash, the event’s founder and organiser. “Together we can enhance public perception about our hot springs and create a variety of meaningful guest experiences.”

The second half of the conference showcased a range of Desert Hot Springs’ local geothermal destinations with behind-the-scenes tours. This included El Morocco Inn & Spa, Aqua Soleil, Desert Hot Springs Inn, Sky Valley Resort, Miracle Springs Resort and Desert Hot Springs Spa Hotel.

The event also saw the launch of the Hot Springs Association – a nonprofit trade association for hot springs owners and associates.

In addition, a preview of the new website Hot Springs of America was featured at one of the general sessions. It has been designed to be a centralised tool for tourists to identify hot spring sites in the US and will launch in early 2020.

Next year’s convention has been confirmed, but the date and location are yet to be announced.
Representatives from 20 US states, Canada, Australia and New Zealand met for the two-part conference.
The first half included general sessions, breakout events, trade exchange and networking.
The second half of the conference showcased a range of Desert Hot Springs’ local geothermal destinations.
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  GWI Initiative names top hot springs trends worldwide


The Global Wellness Institute has released the top five trends in hot springs as identified by the GWI’s Hot Springs Initiative.
  First-ever US hot springs conference a success


The inaugural Hot Springs Connection – a three-day conference held in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, US in early November – unleashed a torrent of interest and enthusiasm resulting in next steps to form a national geothermal trade association and develop a website representing every hot springs entity in the US.
  World Bathing Day to take place 22 June


The first -ever World Bathing Day – an international celebration of bathing cultures – is set to take place on 22 June. Hot springs locations around the world will offer special events in celebration of the day, and many are also donating money to charitable causes with a focus on clean water.
  Hot springs leaders gather in US for 2nd annual Global Thermal Think Tank


The second annual Global Thermal Think Tank took place earlier this month in California and New Mexico, US, bringing together world leaders in hot springs for days of talks and thermal experiences.
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California hosts global hot springs convention
POSTED 24 Dec 2019 . BY Megan Whitby
The 2019 meeting was the second in the event’s history.
This is an important collaboration to unify the hot springs resort industry.
– Vicky Nash, Hot Springs Connection founder and organiser
120 international owners and operators of geothermal pools, spas and resorts recently gathered in the US for a conference called Hot Springs Connection, at Indian Wells and Desert Hot Springs, California.

Representatives from 20 US states, Canada, Australia and New Zealand met for the two-part conference, claimed to be the only US hot springs event.

The 2019 meeting was the second in the event’s history, followed its debut last year in Glenwood Springs, Colorado.

The first half included general sessions, breakout events, trade exchange and networking. Topics covered ranged from water stewardship, natural resource protection, heritage preservation, and standardizing regulatory requirements.

The event also included a focus on geothermal energy, wellness trends, new design standards, hospitality training, tourism marketing and running profitable spas.

“This is an important collaboration to unify the hot springs resort industry in this country,” said Vicky Nash, the event’s founder and organiser. “Together we can enhance public perception about our hot springs and create a variety of meaningful guest experiences.”

The second half of the conference showcased a range of Desert Hot Springs’ local geothermal destinations with behind-the-scenes tours. This included El Morocco Inn & Spa, Aqua Soleil, Desert Hot Springs Inn, Sky Valley Resort, Miracle Springs Resort and Desert Hot Springs Spa Hotel.

The event also saw the launch of the Hot Springs Association – a nonprofit trade association for hot springs owners and associates.

In addition, a preview of the new website Hot Springs of America was featured at one of the general sessions. It has been designed to be a centralised tool for tourists to identify hot spring sites in the US and will launch in early 2020.

Next year’s convention has been confirmed, but the date and location are yet to be announced.
Representatives from 20 US states, Canada, Australia and New Zealand met for the two-part conference.
The first half included general sessions, breakout events, trade exchange and networking.
The second half of the conference showcased a range of Desert Hot Springs’ local geothermal destinations.
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GWI Initiative names top hot springs trends worldwide


The Global Wellness Institute has released the top five trends in hot springs as identified by the GWI’s Hot Springs Initiative.
First-ever US hot springs conference a success


The inaugural Hot Springs Connection – a three-day conference held in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, US in early November – unleashed a torrent of interest and enthusiasm resulting in next steps to form a national geothermal trade association and develop a website representing every hot springs entity in the US.
World Bathing Day to take place 22 June


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