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Developers plan 'world's greenest resort' for Abu Dhabi desert oasis
BY Kim Megson | 02 Mar 2016
Dubai developer Eco Resort Group and London studio Baharash Architecture have unveiled plans for “the world’s greenest resort” in an Abu Dhabi oasis.
Macdonald Hotels launches therapist reward programme
BY Jane Kitchen | 02 Mar 2016
Privately-owned UK-based Macdonald Hotels & Resorts have launched a ‘Your Opinion Matters Survey,’ an internal incentive programme to recognise and reward outstanding spa therapists across the Macdonald Hotels group.
CIDESCO launches ‘International Guide to Working in Beauty or Spa Abroad’
BY Jane Kitchen | 02 Mar 2016
International beauty and spa therapy standard setter CIDESCO has launched its ‘International Guide to Working Abroad’ as a collated response to the questions it regularly receives from its students.
Asian and Arabian hospitality blend at new Shangri-La Doha
BY Jane Kitchen | 01 Mar 2016
The 50-storey Shangri-La Hotel, Doha has opened in the Qatari capital, with 272 bedrooms as well as the brand’s signature CHI The Spa.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives unveils luxurious three-bedroom residence with private spa sala
BY Jane Kitchen | 01 Mar 2016
The Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has added a three-bedroom Beach Pool Residence to the resort’s 79 private pool sanctuaries. Secluded in lush island greenery, the residence is designed to host families and groups, and features 1,050sq m (11,302sq ft) of space.
NHS unveils plans for 10 ‘healthy new towns’
BY Jak Phillips | 01 Mar 2016
NHS England has today (1 March) announced plans to create 10 ‘healthy new towns’ across the country which will explore and test creative solutions for 21st century healthcare challenges.
Oberoi’s second Nile cruiser features Zen-like spa
BY Jane Kitchen | 01 Mar 2016
The Oberoi Group has launched its second luxury Nile cruiser, The Oberoi Philae, featuring 22 cabins and suites, as well as an on-board spa.
Wellness advisory firm Kyricos & Associates relaunches
BY Jane Kitchen | 29 Feb 2016
Spa and wellness industry veteran Mia Kyricos has resumed operations of her boutique strategic advisory firm, Kyricos & Associates.
Lefay Resort & Spa Lago di Garda takes top honours at Professional Spa and Wellness Awards 2016
BY Jane Kitchen | 29 Feb 2016
Lefay Resort & Spa Lago di Garda in Gargnano, Italy, was named Worldwide Health and Wellness Destination last night (28 February) at the Professional Spa and Wellness Awards. This marks the first year that a Worldwide Health and Wellness Destination award was given at the annual awards.
Everyday mindfulness linked to healthy glucose levels
BY Jane Kitchen | 29 Feb 2016
Researchers at Brown University in the US have found that people with higher scores for dispositional mindfulness – the inherent trait of being aware of one’s present thoughts and feelings – are significantly more likely than people with low scores to have healthy glucose levels.
Marriott unveils bold new Ritz-Carlton Spa concept
BY Jane Kitchen | 26 Feb 2016
Marriott has unveiled a new spa concept for its luxury Ritz-Carlton brand, set to roll out across 60 existing properties and more than 25 pipeline projects, and to take the spas “from excellent to exceptional,” Kenneth Ryan, senior director of global spa operations for Marriott International, told Spa Business in an exclusive interview.
Jean Kolb to receive ISPA Dedicated Contributor Award
BY Jane Kitchen | 26 Feb 2016
The International SPA Association will present Jean Kolb with the 2016 ISPA Dedicated Contributor Award at the 26th annual ISPA Conference & Expo from September 13 – 15, 2016 at The Venetian in Las Vegas.
New owners, extensive renovation and expansion for New Zealand’s Maruia Hot Springs mountain eco-retreat
BY Jane Kitchen | 26 Feb 2016
Maruia Hot Springs in New Zealand have welcomed new owners, who are set to undertake major redevelopment works.
Italian spa search engine Youspa partners with Pure Beauté for Stateside expansion
BY Jane Kitchen | 25 Feb 2016
Italian specialist spa search engine Youspa has signed an agreement with Pure Beauté Inc – a spa and luxury brand consultancy from the US. This collaboration has formed Youspa US, expanding the spa search engine’s reach into what it said is “the most strategic location for the internationalisation of Youspa.eu.”
Sereno Hotels opening second Lake Como property in stunning 16th century Italian palazzo
BY Jane Kitchen | 25 Feb 2016
Sereno Hotels is opening a second property on the shores of Lake Como at Villa Pliniana, a 16th century Italian palazzo set on 18 waterfront acres.
Cosmoprof Bologna to feature spa symposium
BY Jane Kitchen | 25 Feb 2016
The 49th edition of Cosmoprof Worldwide, held in Bologna, Italy, this March, will feature a two-day spa symposium, with panels and discussions about the global spa industry.
Pashmina Spa by L’Occitane in the French Alps features cosy treatment room with fireplace
BY Jane Kitchen | 25 Feb 2016
L’Occitane has joined forces with the five-star Hotel Pashmina in Val Thorens ski resort in the French Alps.
Minor expanding in Bali with third Anantara resort
BY Jane Kitchen | 24 Feb 2016
Minor Hotel Group is continuing its expansion in Southeast Asia with the development of Anantara Ubud Bali Resort, scheduled to open in 2019.
Technogym edges towards IPO in Italy
BY Jak Phillips | 24 Feb 2016
Italian wellness giant Technogym is pushing forward with plans for a partial IPO in Italy, having filed preliminary papers with the country’s stock market regulators.
Spa firm Oakworks bolsters top team with double appointment
BY Jane Kitchen | 24 Feb 2016
Spa equipment manufacturer Oakworks has added two executives to its team. Jessica Wadley joins the company as vice president of US business development for spa and massage, and Dafne Berlanga has been named vice president of international business development.
     
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4646 to 4665 of 9602 news stories
Developers plan 'world's greenest resort' for Abu Dhabi desert oasis
BY Kim Megson | 02 Mar 2016
Dubai developer Eco Resort Group and London studio Baharash Architecture have unveiled plans for “the world’s greenest resort” in an Abu Dhabi oasis.
Macdonald Hotels launches therapist reward programme
BY Jane Kitchen | 02 Mar 2016
Privately-owned UK-based Macdonald Hotels & Resorts have launched a ‘Your Opinion Matters Survey,’ an internal incentive programme to recognise and reward outstanding spa therapists across the Macdonald Hotels group.
CIDESCO launches ‘International Guide to Working in Beauty or Spa Abroad’
BY Jane Kitchen | 02 Mar 2016
International beauty and spa therapy standard setter CIDESCO has launched its ‘International Guide to Working Abroad’ as a collated response to the questions it regularly receives from its students.
Asian and Arabian hospitality blend at new Shangri-La Doha
BY Jane Kitchen | 01 Mar 2016
The 50-storey Shangri-La Hotel, Doha has opened in the Qatari capital, with 272 bedrooms as well as the brand’s signature CHI The Spa.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives unveils luxurious three-bedroom residence with private spa sala
BY Jane Kitchen | 01 Mar 2016
The Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has added a three-bedroom Beach Pool Residence to the resort’s 79 private pool sanctuaries. Secluded in lush island greenery, the residence is designed to host families and groups, and features 1,050sq m (11,302sq ft) of space.
NHS unveils plans for 10 ‘healthy new towns’
BY Jak Phillips | 01 Mar 2016
NHS England has today (1 March) announced plans to create 10 ‘healthy new towns’ across the country which will explore and test creative solutions for 21st century healthcare challenges.
Oberoi’s second Nile cruiser features Zen-like spa
BY Jane Kitchen | 01 Mar 2016
The Oberoi Group has launched its second luxury Nile cruiser, The Oberoi Philae, featuring 22 cabins and suites, as well as an on-board spa.
Wellness advisory firm Kyricos & Associates relaunches
BY Jane Kitchen | 29 Feb 2016
Spa and wellness industry veteran Mia Kyricos has resumed operations of her boutique strategic advisory firm, Kyricos & Associates.
Lefay Resort & Spa Lago di Garda takes top honours at Professional Spa and Wellness Awards 2016
BY Jane Kitchen | 29 Feb 2016
Lefay Resort & Spa Lago di Garda in Gargnano, Italy, was named Worldwide Health and Wellness Destination last night (28 February) at the Professional Spa and Wellness Awards. This marks the first year that a Worldwide Health and Wellness Destination award was given at the annual awards.
Everyday mindfulness linked to healthy glucose levels
BY Jane Kitchen | 29 Feb 2016
Researchers at Brown University in the US have found that people with higher scores for dispositional mindfulness – the inherent trait of being aware of one’s present thoughts and feelings – are significantly more likely than people with low scores to have healthy glucose levels.
Marriott unveils bold new Ritz-Carlton Spa concept
BY Jane Kitchen | 26 Feb 2016
Marriott has unveiled a new spa concept for its luxury Ritz-Carlton brand, set to roll out across 60 existing properties and more than 25 pipeline projects, and to take the spas “from excellent to exceptional,” Kenneth Ryan, senior director of global spa operations for Marriott International, told Spa Business in an exclusive interview.
Jean Kolb to receive ISPA Dedicated Contributor Award
BY Jane Kitchen | 26 Feb 2016
The International SPA Association will present Jean Kolb with the 2016 ISPA Dedicated Contributor Award at the 26th annual ISPA Conference & Expo from September 13 – 15, 2016 at The Venetian in Las Vegas.
New owners, extensive renovation and expansion for New Zealand’s Maruia Hot Springs mountain eco-retreat
BY Jane Kitchen | 26 Feb 2016
Maruia Hot Springs in New Zealand have welcomed new owners, who are set to undertake major redevelopment works.
Italian spa search engine Youspa partners with Pure Beauté for Stateside expansion
BY Jane Kitchen | 25 Feb 2016
Italian specialist spa search engine Youspa has signed an agreement with Pure Beauté Inc – a spa and luxury brand consultancy from the US. This collaboration has formed Youspa US, expanding the spa search engine’s reach into what it said is “the most strategic location for the internationalisation of Youspa.eu.”
Sereno Hotels opening second Lake Como property in stunning 16th century Italian palazzo
BY Jane Kitchen | 25 Feb 2016
Sereno Hotels is opening a second property on the shores of Lake Como at Villa Pliniana, a 16th century Italian palazzo set on 18 waterfront acres.
Cosmoprof Bologna to feature spa symposium
BY Jane Kitchen | 25 Feb 2016
The 49th edition of Cosmoprof Worldwide, held in Bologna, Italy, this March, will feature a two-day spa symposium, with panels and discussions about the global spa industry.
Pashmina Spa by L’Occitane in the French Alps features cosy treatment room with fireplace
BY Jane Kitchen | 25 Feb 2016
L’Occitane has joined forces with the five-star Hotel Pashmina in Val Thorens ski resort in the French Alps.
Minor expanding in Bali with third Anantara resort
BY Jane Kitchen | 24 Feb 2016
Minor Hotel Group is continuing its expansion in Southeast Asia with the development of Anantara Ubud Bali Resort, scheduled to open in 2019.
Technogym edges towards IPO in Italy
BY Jak Phillips | 24 Feb 2016
Italian wellness giant Technogym is pushing forward with plans for a partial IPO in Italy, having filed preliminary papers with the country’s stock market regulators.
Spa firm Oakworks bolsters top team with double appointment
BY Jane Kitchen | 24 Feb 2016
Spa equipment manufacturer Oakworks has added two executives to its team. Jessica Wadley joins the company as vice president of US business development for spa and massage, and Dafne Berlanga has been named vice president of international business development.
     
 


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