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WORLD SPA AWARDS GA ST. REGIS MALDIVES VOM The 2018 World Spa Awards will be hosted at the luxurious St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort located on a private island in the Maldives. The event will provide unrivalled networking opportunities welcoming spa and wellness hospitality leaders from around the world.

Celebrating Spa Industry Excellence World Spa Awards™ serves to celebrate and reward spa industry excellence through our annual awards programme. World Spa Awards™ is the sister event of World Travel Awards™, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary.

2018 Event Details Venue:The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort Agenda: Friday, 26th October 2018 – World Spa Awards Gala Ceremony 19:00 Cocktail Reception 20:00 Gala Dinner & Ceremony 22:30 Evening will draw to a close Aire: Island chic – as the World Spa Awards Gala Ceremony will be staged in a Maldivian paradise beach seing, the dress code is relaxed cocktail wear, no need for heels or ties!

Booking: To book your tickets to this fantastic event, please contact us by using the details below: Email: awards@worldspaawards.com Telephone: +44 (0) 20 7925 0000

ALA CEREMONY 2018 MMULI RESORT Enter Does your spa have the facilities, world class services and an all conquering customer experience to rise to the top? If so, we invite you to partake in the annual World Spa Awards!

For more info, please send an email to awards@worldspaawards.com

Entry is free of charge. Your entry will be checked and veed to ensure your nomination qualifies for the selected category. The decision of World Spa Awards is final.

Successful applicants are encouraged to purchase the bespoke World Spa Awards Nominee Package to promote your nomination. The Nominee Package consists of the Nominee Certificate, Nominee Shield, Vote For Us buons and an enhanced linkable Vote For Us web page (comprised of a 150 word overview, a gallery of images and the option to post a YouTube video).

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2017 WORLD SPA AW WINNERS REVEALE The highly anticipated winners of the 3rd annual World Spa Awards were revealed at a dazzling ceremony, which took place at the glamorous JW Marrio Phu Quoc Emerald Bay earlier this evening alongside the World Travel Awards Grand Final.

On a night full of suspense at Phu Quoc's newest and only luxury five-star international resort, the Maldives was crowned Indian Ocean's Best Spa Destination with Gaia Retreat & Spa taking the title of Oceania's Best Day Spa & World's Best Day Spa. Also among the winners was Lanserhof Tegernsee. The renowned German health centre walked away with the esteemed title of World's Best Medical Spa. Elsewhere QMS MediCosmetics successfully defended its title – World's Best Spa Brand – for the third consecutive year, while Aromatherapy Associates was named World's Best Aromatherapy Brand.

PEDI:MANI:CURE Studio by Bastien Gonzalez scooped the award for World's Best Nail Studio Brand, while Anantara Spa collected the trophy for World's Best Hotel Spa Brand.

The Lanesborough Club & Spa at The Lanesborough London was also celebrating, having been hailed World's Best New Hotel Spa. This year saw the wellness retreat category come to the forefront. Winners included Atmantan Wellness Resort – voted India's Best Wellness Retreat – The Orchard Wellness & Health Retreat, which picked up the award for Malaysia's Best Wellness Retreat, and Amuna Ayurveda Retreat which was recognised as Sri Lanka's Best Wellness Retreat.

Host JW Marrio Phu Quoc also claimed a share of the spoils, with its spa -Chanterelle Spa by JW – picking up the award for World's Best New Resort Spa. An extensive programme of events is taking place over the weekend, seeing guests invited to

WARDS ED engage in an Aromatherapy Associates Sleep Workshop; a talk by one of the leading innovators in skincare, Dr Erich Schulte; and to enjoy a complimentary manicure and pedicure from therapists trained by Bastien Gonzalez – a French podiatrist and famed celebrity pedicurist.

World Spa Awards Managing Director, Rebecca Cohen, said: “The 2017 World Spa Awards has been our most successful to date, firmly cementing our position as the global benchmark for spa and wellness hospitality.

“It has been a pleasure to recognise so many industry leaders here this evening and I hope their recognition, both by their peers and members of the public, will inspire them to aim ever higher in the pursuit of excellence.”

Voting for the 2017 Gala Ceremony closed at the end of September, with a record number of ballots cast by leading spa and wellness professionals.

These were tallied alongside the votes of hundreds of thousands of spa and wellness consumers from around the world.

World Spa Awards is the sister event to World Travel Awards, currently celebrating its 24th anniversary.

Find a full list of 2017 World Spa Awards winners on the official website, worldspaawards.com/winners/2017.

Take a look into the World Spa Awards Categories: hp://worldspaawards.com/categories

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Breathtaking aerial views of the 22 acres Vommuli Island, tucked into the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, are first to greet guests of The St. Regis Maldives as they arrive from Malé by seaplane. Designed with great respect to its natural surroundings by WOW Architects and Warner Wong Design, the resort is surrounded by a large ‘House Reef’ and the island defined by

several distinct ecological areas: lagoon, beach, coastal and jungle. The 77 island and overwater villa accommodations, each with a private pool, are peppered throughout these areas, with each offering unique activities and amenities. The lagoon boasts a water amphitheater and The Iridium Spa; the beach area includes two signature beachfront restaurants; the jungle houses a

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recreational center and a pop-up cafĂŠ; and the coastal zone provides a dive center and a signature bar. Woven together by pathways that feature seasonal work from artists in residence and pop-up installations that use locally sourced objects and materials, the lush and expansive resort surroundings deliver luxurious island living to the most discerning global travelers.

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A highlight among the resort’s transcendent villas, the Astor Estate, offers the most remarkable amenities. As the largest three-bedroom overwater villa in the Maldives, covering 16,500 square feet, guests of the estate enjoy a dedicated St. Regis Butler, a hallmark of the brand, who provides around-the-clock customized services.

The suite also includes a 1,000 square feet infinity pool, private fitness center, mini-theater, private spa suite and two butler rooms for guests with accompanying support staff.

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Offering the most sought-aer restorative wellness practices, the resort’s overwater spa provides the latest personalized services curated

by Ayurvedic and acupuncture experts. A dedicated Ayurvedic doctor is on-site to provide complimentary consultations, explaining the ancient healing benefits of Ayurveda.

Additionally, the spa features six private couple treatment suites, a steam room, sauna and the Blue Hole Pool, the Maldives’ largest heated seawater hydrotherapy pool.

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Guests of The St. Regis Maldives are invited to discover Vommuli House, one of the most expansive integrated recreational areas in the country, offering a Children’s Club, a teenagers’ club, a large fitness center, a meditation and yoga studio, outdoor tennis courts and a hair and beauty salon. Spanning two floors, the Boutique at The St. Regis Maldives showcases the latest fashion and accessories while an observatory tower occupies the third floor, offering an ideal place to indulge the dramatic ocean views. The Vommuli Dive and Water Sports Center offers

guests the opportunity to enjoy indelible recreation on – or beneath – the sea.

Six distinct dining venues offering distinctive cuisines from Italian to East Asian complement the alluring destination. Underground wine cellar reveals a prestigious selection of exclusive century-old wines. The Wine Director creates unique programs and pairings, bringing the finest vintages to the table. Pop-up restaurant CARGO, fashioned from an old shipping container, showcases Middle Eastern street food.

A beachfront eatery, specializes in custom pizzas, fresh juices and homemade ice cream. At sunset, the resort’s specialty bar concocts the signature Island Mary, the hotel’s take on the original Bloody Mary founded at The St. Regis New York. www.stregismaldives.com

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Vamed Vitality World is a byword for premium spa holidays with a focus on leading healthcare treatments. Experience the sheer variety on offer at the group’s wellness hotels in Austria – the Vamed Vitality World spa and health resorts.

Balance for body and soul awaits all visitors to the VAMED Vitality World resorts. The striking architecture of the individual resorts has been designed to spirit spa-goers away into another world.

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Teams of doctors, therapists and personal assistants are at hand to help improve your health and increase your sense of personal wellbeing. Replenish depleted energy reserves and unwind at one of Austria’s eight leading spa resorts.

The eight highly distinctive VAMED Vitality World spa and health resorts are located in six dierent provinces of Austria: Tyrol, Salzburg, Upper Austria, Lower Austria (x 2), Vienna and two in Burgenland (x 2). www.vitality-world.com

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With 3.1 million visitors using its nine 4-star superior resorts each year, VAMED is Austria’s leading operator of spa and health resorts.

Active preventive healthcare is a core element at all VAMED Vitality World resorts. VAMED Vitality World draws on more than 30 years of experience that leading international healthcare service provider VAMED has built up during the course of more than 800 health-related projects in 79 countries on four continents.

Core competencies: • Successful long-term business model • Project development, realisation and independent operation for profitable, long-term management of spa and healthcare resorts • A strong umbrella brand

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Success factors • Health, medical consultation and premium wellbeing • Interdisciplinary collaboration between health tourism and preventive medical care • Selected treatments from all over the world alongside therapies unique to the regions where its resorts are based • architecture, inspirational designs and atmosphere

Spa and industry leadership • Awards: World Travel Award – World’s Leading Medical Wellness & Spa Operator 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 • VAMED VitalityClub: first nationwide spa loyalty club in Austria with more than 150,000 members • First gi card in Europe decorated with Swarovski crystals

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VELASSAru MALDIVES Gentle sands leading you to the water’s edge.

Soothing vistas across the spectacular turquoise lagoon at sunset. Minimalist contemporary chic meets comfortable natural elegance in your own private hideaway. Five dining venues, each providing a taste of the exotic.

Two innovative bars, the ultimate chill-out.

Experiences that immerse you in local culture, underwater explorations that introduce you to our tropical marine world. Days and nights of simple indulgence.

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Villas & Bungalows Contemporary retreats with clean lines and avantgarde design. Inspired by local architecture, elegant personal sanctuaries in harmony with the tropical surrounds. Elemental colours with a vivid and playful twist, high vaulted ceilings invoking a sense of space. Uncover pure romance. Delight in temptation.

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Water Suite An impressive 270 sqm hideaway presenting unobstructed panoramas of sun, sea and sky, rising above the crystal ocean waters. Bright contemporary interiors open out to your private sundeck with steps leading down to the welcoming lagoon. 24-hour personal butler service, home theatre system, and luxurious bathroom amenities, adding to your comfort. An expansive terrace with a private oversized inďŹ nity pool also hosts a thatched gazebo, poolside dining area and an invigorating outdoor rain shower.

Inside, modern cool tones complement lavish, spacious living spaces. Drink in the pure tranquillity. Experience the height of exotic luxury.

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Pool Villa Luxurious and intimate 175 sqm escape complemented by an oversized plunge pool set within beautiful verdant spaces. An exclusive retreat with personal butler service, private bar and home theatre system. The perfect romantic hideaway.

Expansive split-level bedroom with spacious ensuite bathroom. Simple, natural tones from the sprawling veranda through to your thatched poolside gazebo. Inside meets outside within the courtyard garden shower and poolside dining areas. Take a chilled drink out onto the pool deck.

Create moments of pure serenity.

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The Spa Overwater treatment pavilions set on stilts offering classic therapies designed to revitalise and soothe. Authentic bliss from indigenous ingredients and an expert touch. Uninterrupted views of the Maldivian seascape.

Embrace simple luxuries. Experience ultimate rejuvenation.

Dive & Discover Maldivian diving and cruises that delight and entrance. Before embracing the glistening lagoon, take a morning run at sunrise, so sand underfoot.

When the Indian Ocean calls, plunge in and discover multi-coloured reefs that dance underneath you. Explore the big blue.

Wine & Dine Five enticing dining venues and two innovative bars. Each with an individual personality, exuding its own chic, understated style. Whether a beachfront seing, at the edge of the lagoon, wining and dining by candlelight, or under starlight. A range of cuisines and tempting culinary creations. Innovative teppanyaki, panAsian seafood, Mediterranean delicacies, international favourites.

Let the mood take you, or select Velassaru Indulgence – a carefully craed package that offers the finest culinary experiences and a range of extras. Lunch at Turquoise Restaurant, Fen Bar, Chill Bar or Pizzeria. Then dinner at any of our esteemed restaurants. Enjoy complimentary beverages, including a wide range of international branded premium spirits, available in all outlets throughout the day. Complimentary snorkelling equipment and two-hour use of an Ocean Kayak are also included. www.velassaru.com

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Influencer marketing is quickly becoming a major part of the social marketing strategies for many marketers and agencies a like. With digital marketing spend increasing every year, more and more dollars are being devoted to influencer marketing programs due to their potential for significant ROI yields with often less resources.

The value of influencer marketing is undeniable and no matter the size, resources, or sophistication, of a marketer or agency, all should be considering integrating an influencer marketing strategy into their social plans, even if their just beginning. The prospect of being able to reach consumers, inside and outside your traditional audience, in engaging ways, and through trusted voices is value that can’t be found through many if any other forms of social media marketing.

This could not be more evident in the beauty, cosmetics and spa market, brands are more than comfortable when it comes to sponsorship and generic advertising strategies, but the role of the beauty social influencer is now at a stage where this too must be considered vital for any brands marketing strategy.

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Ava Roxanne Stritt As a Travel Writer Ava spreads her spa knowledge all over the world as the founder and editor of Spa Travel Gal. She believes that “Spa Travel experiences are not a luxury, but essential to a healthy body and mind!” Fans say she has redefined the spa day into a wellness adventure and has been called the most influential person for spa travel. Ava also represents the U.S. spa market at the International Luxury Travel Market in London. In 2015 she was nominated for a @SpaTravelGal 35.3k followers

Shorty Award in Journalism due to her work concerning luxury and wellness travel. Ava also contributes to USA Today’s 10 Best and USA Today’s Tripology as their Spa Expert. She writes for CBS News, LA Travel Magazine, Upscale Living Magazine, Elevate Magazine, Simply Buckhead, ILTM Spa – THE Insider and multiple other publications. www.spatravelgal.com

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Susie Ellis Chairman and CEO Global Wellness Institute Susie Ellis is chairman and CEO of the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), and heads up the organization's annual Global Wellness Summit and Global Wellness Tourism Congress. She also spearheaded the GWI initiative, WellnessEvidence.com, the first online portal that provides easy access to the universe of medical evidence that exists for the most common wellness approaches.

Susie is also president of Spafinder Wellness, Inc.®, where she is director of the company's annual Spa and Wellness Trends Forecast. Recognized as one of the leading authorities on the multi-sector wellness industry, she is frequently cited in major global publications, from the New York Times to the Financial Times. www.globalwellnesssummit.com

@susieellis 7019 followers

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Mark A. McKenney Mark's personal passion is communication and the transference of new ideas especially in the digital realm with a specialty in the spa, skincare, medspa space all under the wellness and wellbeing umbrella. He works on various digital marketing projects and is a consummate connector of people both o and online. A content curator and creator, he works on websites with an agency mentality of bringing everything together and then

disseminating it through all appropriate channels and devices according to the audience.

For the the last nine years years Mark has expanded and 'worked' his skills into digital Media and branded himself self as a digital marketer. www.about.me/MarktheSPAman @MarktheSpaman 27.8k followers

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Arizona Spa Girls AZSpaGirls.com is an information-rich, online guide to spas, salons and related beauty and wellness facilities throughout Arizona. At the heart of the website are comprehensive facility listings that include proďŹ les, services, photos, pricing, products, driving directions and professionally written reviews. Our advantage is that we report on spas from our home turf in Arizona and are constantly updating information to be current and timely. As advocates of making the spa experience more inclusive and accessible, we supplement the directory with carefully culled spa and salon discounts, home spa recipes, beauty and spa product reviews, spa cuisine recipes, and spa and salon event postings. www.azspagirls.com

@azspagirls 13.1k followers

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Jeremy McCarthy Positive psychology, leadership, wellness, wellbeing. Corporate Director of Spas for Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group.

Psychology of Wellbeing blogger.

Jeremy recently completed his Master degree in Applied Positive Psychology at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

His thesis was on “The Psychology of Spas and Wellbeing” and he uncovered a wealth of fascinating research through his studies.

Today, he applies what he learned in

psychology not only to spas, but to the hospitality industry in general, using research based methods to improve employee engagement and the guest experience. He views his blog as a playground for exploring ideas around the application of psychology to holistic wellbeing. www.psychologyofwellbeing.com @jeremymcc 4480 followers

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Michele McIntyre Travel writer and travel consultant who delights in spreading the word about spectacular destinations and experiences. Spa, wellness, luxury and family travel. @cnyspagirl 3251 followers

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Mindy Terry Spa & Wellness Expert. Globe Trotter. Adventure Seeker.

Fashionista. Foodie. Mom. Citizen of the World.

@MissSpaSmart 815 followers

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It’s too easy to neglect ourselves and become worn out, stressed out, and run down.

Can you remember the last time you just took some time just for you? We want to help you change that.

A Girl’s Gotta Spa!® was built on the belief that your personal well-being should be a priority. A Girl’s Gotta Spa! is a call to action, whether you are young or old, regardless of ethnicity or creed, working in the corporate world or busy raising the

next generation of responsible leaders, you deserve to be pampered.

A Girl’s Gotta Spa!® bath and body products are free of trendy ingredients, bogus miracle solutions and product hype.

Our products are cruelty-free (Leaping Bunny certified.) we’ve made sure they’re also free of sulfates, formaldehyde, petrochemicals, synthetic colors and fragrances. What our natural body wash, body lotion, and salt scrub do have is something purely honest and simple.

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Lydia Sarfati Founder and CEO of the first company to bring seaweed-based skincare treatments and cosmetics to fruition in the U.S market, Lydia Sarfati is an international industry leader. She is the developer of the world-renowned Repêchage® Four Layer Facial®, offered in over 40 countries, and today, she presides over a 50,000 square foot manufacturing, research and development and training facility in Secaucus, NJ. Sarfati opened the first day spa in Manhattan in 1977, the Repêchage Spa de Beauté in 1986 on Third Ave and later in the Galleria building on 57th Street. She innovated spa services with the creation of the Facial Bar concept which allows salons and spas to incorporate express facial treatments with instant, visible results. www.lydiasarfati.com/blog

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Yoga With Adriene Adriene Mishler is an actress, yoga teacher and entrepreneur from Austin, Texas.

With a professional theatre background, Adriene works in television, voiceover and film and has 2 million subscribers on YouTube. She is a regular contributor for magazines and blogs and voices several character’s in DC Universe Online including Lois Lane, Supergirl, Powergirl and Raven. Recent acting credits include American Crime directed by John Ridley, Everybody Wants Some directed by Richard Linklater and Joe directed by David Gordon Green. Adriene co-founded Find What

Feels Good, a video subscription website, providing creative Yoga and Yoga Lifestyle content across all devices. On a mission to get the tools of yoga into schools and homes, Adriene also produces and hosts Yoga With Adriene, a successful online community that provides high quality yoga at no cost to inspire people of all shapes and sizes across the globe. YWA was recognized by Google as the most searched workout of 2015, has been recognized by The Wall Street Journal and was awarded a Streamy in Health and Wellness in 2016.

www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene/featured 2,753,568 subscribers

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The Juice Man Joe Cross was obese and sick with a crippling autoimmune disease. He chronicled his 100pound total weight loss*, along with his 60-day juice fast, in his film “Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead.”

He called his diet a “Reboot.” www.rebootwithjoe.com @JoetheJuicer 136k followers 615k followers

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The Happiness Guru In 2016, author and podcast host Gretchen Rubin continued to give followers straightforward, actionable advice for living their happiest and healthiest lives through her podcast, the Happier 2016 calendar, and her app, Better.

In October Rubin spoke at the S.H.E. Summit; she also regularly interacts with readers on social media and at live speaking events. www.gretchenrubin.com @gretchenrubin 135k followers /GretchenRubin 101k followers influencers

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Rich Roll Roll is really, really fit. He's literally famous for it. His books, podcast, and blog all focus on how he fuels his ultra-marathoner body with a plant-based diet, and his advice and inspiration reach millions. Roll spent the past year focusing on growing and engaging his community, and that paid off—more people than ever are learning from and improving because of him, and that's incredible. www.richroll.com @richroll 61.9k followers /richrollfans - 101k followers

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Gabrielle Bernstein The next time you’re feeling down, open up Bernstein’s latest book, The Universe Has Your Back: Transform Fear to Faith. The certified yoga instructor, motivational speaker, and meditation teacher preaches how to truly live life by achieving happiness, security, and clear direction. www.gabbybernstein.com @GabbyBernstein 456k followers /gabriellebernstein 392k followers

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Tara Stiles The ‘Do You’ Yogi Since starting Strala Yoga, Stiles’s life has moved at lightning speed. And while her unique take on yoga is now taught by instructors around the world, she knew it was coming at a cost. In a vulnerable blog post last August, she revealed she had a miscarriage three years earlier and later struggled with marital problems.

The solution? Make more space for herself. That meant slashing her schedule and really focusing on the things that brought her joy. The best part of this story is that Stiles recently gave birth to a healthy baby girl. www.tarastiles.com @Strala_Yoga 12.9k followers /stralayoga 18k followers

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Rachel Brathen If you know Brathen better as Yoga Girl, you're one of 2 million. Brathen has (what she calls) the largest yoga Instagram in the world, and she uses it to share wisdom, inspiration, and, most recently, prenatal yoga poses. On top of this, Brathen hosts yoga classes, retreats, and workshops, and publishes yoga books, so it's clear she's committed to the craft. And judging from the amount her community grew last year, her inuence isn't waning. http://rachelbrathen.com www.instagram.com/yoga_girl 2.1 million followers

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Deepak Chopra Chopra has a lot of thoughts about meditation, spirituality, and alternative medicine, and he has a lot of ways of sharing those thoughts with the public. Books? Check. Apps? Check.

Talk show appearances? Check.

Musings on the universe via Facebook video? Check. For better or for worse, the forum doesn't really matter— people are listening to pretty much everything Chopra says, no matter how he says it. www.deepakchopra.com

@DeepakChopra 3.22 million followers 2.11millions followers

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Karena Dawn and Katrina Scott These real-life besties are the creators behind Tone It Up, the über-popular fitness program with workout videos, a Tone It Up Nutrition plan, and an impressively engaged community of followers. Since launching TIU just over seven years ago, Dawn and Scott have

684k followers

developed a multimillion dollar brand. And that brand is only growing, especially after recent collaborations with activewear brand Bandier and Perfect Fit Protein. www.toneitup.com

www.instagram.com/toneitup/ 1.2million followers

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Kayla Itsines The Fitness Queen of Instagram slipped from our No. 1 spot this year, but don’t let that fool you—Itsines is still as powerful as ever. She transitioned her Bikini Body Guide PDFs to the new Sweat With Kayla app (a brand shift we totally applaud), took an online community and brought it to life

via boot camps, and wrote her first book, The Bikini Body 28-Day Healthy Eating & Lifestyle Guide. www.kaylaitsines.com

www.instagram.com/kayla_itsines 7.9million followers

/k.itsines 16.2million followers @kayla_itsines 428k followers

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Cassey Ho If you needed proof that social media sensations aren’t going anywhere, Ho is it.

The YouTube guru continues to expand her growing empire year after year. Her channel, Blogilates, has grown to 3.5 million subscribers and counting. She partnered with 24 Hour Fitness locations to launch her workout method, POP Pilates, as an IRL workout. On top of all that, she launched a brand new workout program, PIIT28, a Pilates version of

intense interval training; her own line of trendy activewear, POPFLEX; and still somehow has time to tease us (and her 1.3 million followers) with mouthwatering food photos on Instagram. We don’t know how she does it. www.blogilates.com

www.instagram.com/blogilates 1.4million followers www.youtube.com/user/blogilates 3.9million subscribers @blogilates 214k followers

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The flagship of JW Marrio Hotels & Resorts in Vietnam, JW Marrio Phu Quoc Emerald Bay has opened its doors to public, making it the first international luxury hotel brand on Phu Quoc Island.

The resort offers a selection of 244 lavish rooms, suites and villas. Bill Bensley’s whimsical touches now blend harmoniously with modern comfort and JW world-class service to make an exceptional stay.

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At a 54 square-meter minimum, the resort’s guestrooms provide generous space for indulgence.

The design narrative is based on a mythical academy of learning with each building on the premises modelled aer an academic department.

Famed architect Bensley has woven his magic into every detail.

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The emerald colour of the ocean paints a perfect backdrop to the palate on which the architecture thrives.

Each detail has been carefully craî…šed in accordance to its inspiration. Wherever you turn in this resort, there are no two spaces which are alike.

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Experience culinary wonders at the resorts five restaurants and contemporary bars.

The talented chefs source local fresh produce and the finest ingredients from the world market, masterfully preparing authentic flavours.

Tempus Fugit (meaning “Time Flies” in English) offers three distinctive dining experiences where chefs showcase their culinary crasmanship through authentic Vietnamese cuisine, a contemporary Japanese kitchen and classic French delights.

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French & Co is where the talented Pastry Chef resides.

Red Rum, the beach side seafood grill, will fire up some fresh local produce in a casual seing.

The crown jewel is Pink Pearl, serving exquisite Cantonese cuisine in a splendid beachfront mansion.

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There is no shortage of enriching experiences in this resort. Guests can stroll along Rue de Lamarck and find the most exquisite local cras from carefully selected artisanal boutiques.

For those cultural enthusiasts who are seeking enriching experiences, a full range of cultural events and daily rituals are scheduled and waiting to be explored.

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For a more leisurely pace, guests laze at the resort’s pristine beach or one of the outdoor pools; experience Spa by JW and make use of the many entertainment and recreation facilities.

This extraordinary new resort will be brought to life through the exemplary service that has elevated JW Marrio to become one of the world’s most respected luxury hotel brands.

A world of fantasies awaits.

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Nestled in the pristine beach of Bai Khem, JW Marrio Phu Quoc Emerald Bay is the proud flagship of JW Marrio Hotels and Resorts in Vietnam.

Meetings are redefined in this destination 715 sqm Grand Ballroom, with spacious breakout rooms elegantly designed to suit every need.

A wide range of enriching experiences are waiting to be explored, from cultural events, artisanal shopping experiences, ultimate indulgence at Spa

by JW, to water activities at the resort’s private beachfront.

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JW Marrio Phu Quoc Emerald Bay has also been confirmed as the host for the World Travel Awards Grand Final 2017 - find out more here: /www.worldtravelawards.com/event/grandfinal-2017

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The Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa in Johannesburg has disclosed details of its new spa.

Launching in November, the new 700sqm twofloor Saxon Spa will be an oasis of wellness, taking the guest on a holistic journey incorporating sound, touch and sight.

Tipped to be the most luxurious spa in the city, the space will comprise eight new treatment rooms including an all-glass couple’s treatment room, manicure and pedicure areas, hair spa, sleep zone, spa dining area, juice bar, steam room, heated hydro pool, wet treatment zone, hammam centre, heated outdoor plunge pool, sauna and outdoor treatment zone.

Designed by internationally-acclaimed interior designer, Stephen Falcke, Saxon Spa has been created as a sanctuary of the senses with dark wood, copper, linen and water featuring throughout.

Central to spa journey will be the healing properties of Himalayan salt, incorporated into the design as well as therapies.

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Each treatment room will be ionised by a locally handcraed Himalayan salt and recycled glass chandelier created by a local conservation and sustainability project.

As well as making a striking centrepiece, the chandeliers will actively purify the air, stimulate circulation and increase energy levels.

The sauna will also have three walls constructed entirely from the precious mineral.

The upper level will feature a spacious pedicure area with treatments from the highly acclaimed Margaret Dabbs; a tranquil sleep zone, stocked with relaxing teas and nutritious snacks; a hair spa offering cocooning treatments including a caviar hair mask as well as a dining area serving nutritious and delicious dishes, using fresh fruit and vegetables grown in The Saxon’s own rooop vegetable garden.

The lower level will be themed around hydrobased therapies, comprising wet treatment zone where the invigorating Rasul treatment will take place; a floatation pod; unisex steam room; Himalayan salt sauna; heated outdoor plunge pool and relaxing day bed area; heated hydro pool; cold plunge pool for Kneipp therapy and hammam centre.

There will also be four stylish manicure stations and a juice bar serving refreshing fresh juices and smoothies including orange, carrot and raw honey and green apple, celery and spinach.

Couples can look forward to some down time in the tranquil glass-enclosed double treatment room, set amongst The Saxon’s lush gardens, offering a choice of indulgent experiences à deux including options to enjoy treatments under the stars. hp://www.saxon.co.za/spa-home/

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TALISE SPA A MADINAT JU A TRUE OASIS OF REJUVENATION

Talise Spa, set amidst the tranquil waterways and tropical landscapes of Madinat Jumeirah, is a true oasis within the city where all your needs are met. Consisting of 26 spa suites inclusive of three couple's suites, Talise Spa provides a variety of massages, body treatments, facials and spa rituals using the ultimate in spa products.

Each experience is personalised for your individual needs and requirements and aî…&#x;ention to detail is our specialty.

The indoor facilities consist of private male and female change areas equipped with Sauna and Steam rooms, Plunge Pools and private relaxation areas. Talise has its own secluded pool for both men and woman where we serve a selection of Talise Wellness cuisine.

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RELAX AND STIMULATE YOUR SENSES WITH THE ALPHASPHERE DELUXE The award-winning Talise Spa promises to take you on a holistic journey of inspiration, relaxation and rejuvenation with the AlphaSphere Deluxe by the artist SHA. Focusing on human senses it creates a whole body and mind experience for a simultaneous perception of sound, colour, light, vibration, touch, temperature and smell. With four different programmes available, ranging from Basic Blue, Sensitive Violet, Intense Red, Energy Orange, there's a host of benefits associated with the use of the AlphaSphere Deluxe.

REDUCES STRESS • Harmonizes breathing and loosens tight muscles • Lowers heart rate and high blood pressure • Reduces levels of stress hormones REENERgIzES • Creates a rewarding sensation of flow • Develops inner strength and balance ENHANCES CREATIvITY • Stimulates imagination and inspiration • Provides a feeling of comfort and contentment Heightens perception • Intensifies both body and selfperception • Broadens the limit of space and time

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IMAgINE A UNIqUE DESTINATION COMbINED WITH LUXURIOUS SPA EXPERIENCES. Set amidst the tranquil waterways and tropical landscapes of Madinat Jumeirah, Talise Spa is a true oasis of relaxation and rejuvenation.

All treatments at Madinat Jumeirah Talise Spa in Dubai are personalised to cater to your individual needs, transforming the mind, body and soul on your journey to self discovery.

Indulge amongst our 26 treatment rooms, inclusive of three couples' suites and choose from a variety of signature experiences, facials, massages and body treatments.

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RELAX IN ANY Of OUR RELAXATION AREAS OR EXPERIENCE THE INfRARED SAUNA, STEAM ROOMS AND PLUNgE POOLS. The award-winning Talise Spa in Madinat Jumeirah also features a communal swimming pool which serves a variety of health conscious spa cuisine. Facilities also include our own private yoga studio which caters to group and personal sessions.

Facilities at Talise Spa: • 26 luxury treatment rooms • Cabanas for massage on the beach • Secret garden for outdoor Thai Massage • variety of massages, body experiences, facials and signature treatments • Private male and female changing areas • Sauna and steam rooms • Infra-red sauna • Plunge pools • Relaxation areas • Couple's relaxation areas • Private secluded pool • Talise Spa lifestyle cuisine • Private yoga classes • Wellness experiences • Alphasphere Deluxe sensory room • Treatments Suites at Jumeirah Al Naseem International Awards: Talise Spa Brand by Jumeirah was chosen as World's Best Hotel Spa Brand 2015 & 2016

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SPA PACKAGES DAY RETREAT | 2,5 HOURS This half day long getaway begins with 30-minute full body scrub to revive and hydrate skin, this is followed by 60-minute aroma oil massage to relieve tension in the mind and muscles. 60-minute Bespoke Facial is to balance and nourish your skin and finalizes this pampering day. A healthy snack to fuel your body is included.

COUPLE RETREAT Retreat starts with quiet time in the in- room facilities (45 min) steam and jacuzzi before your 60-minute massage of your choice (Aroma Oil massage, Deep Tissue massage, Balinese massage). Aer the treatment, the couple can enjoy a cup of ginger tea served by the therapist in the treatment room.

vIP SUITE COUPLE EXPERIENCE Full day couple experience package which includes; Private Yoga Class, Beach access to Madinat Jumeirah private beach, Usage of In-Treatment room private facilities (Steam, Sauna, Jacuzzi), Body Scrub, 60minute Massage and a healthy cuisine meal.

SECRET gARDEN JOURNEY Secret Garden journey starts with 25 minutes Alphasphere Deluxe sensory room experience and is followed by a 60 min outdoor Thai massage at beautiful Secret Garden Gazebo. At the beginning and end of the massage treatment, the therapists will perform a giant wind chime sounds, which is calming and believed to bring happiness and prosperity. Aer the treatment, the tea and fruits will be served in our beautiful outdoor area, where guests can enjoy a relaxing view of the waterways in the resort. Journey duration is 120 minutes.

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TALISE WELLNESS EXPERIENCES TALISE MUSCLE RELEASE | 90 MINUTES This innovative and results-oriented approach involves precise techniques and pressures that work to enhance muscle recovery and intensive healing, making it perfect for post-exercise and relieving daily tension. Massage techniques combine deep tissue muscle work, while stretching and circulationenhancing strokes decrease soreness. This experiences features highly mineralizing mud packs applied to affected muscle groups to combat stiffness and joint pain, ensuring this healing treatment will ease both body and mind of stress.

TALISE THERAPEUTIC | 60 MINUTES This deeply penetrating massage was custom-designed by our expert team of therapists to reduce tension, stress and anxiety from your body.

Targeting specific muscles, your therapist will use a unique warming oil to create a deep penetrating heat while applying a remedial range of techniques and pressures, concentrating on your areas of concern.

LYMPHATIC DRAINAgE | 60 MINUTES This detoxifying treatment combines gentle rhythmic strokes with so pumping movements to encourage the flow of lymphatic fluid, unlike the firm pressure techniques of a regular massage. Lymphatic drainage may be particularly beneficial in addressing water retention, detoxification and weight loss. This gentle and soothing treatment is also recommended to calm the nervous system and restore sleep.

For maximum benefits, two or more treatments are recommended.

INfRARED SAUNA | 1/3/ 6 SESSIONS Compared to a regular sauna, Infrared sauna promotes intracellular cleansing by enhancing the function of the detoxing enzymes in the cell. Penetrating at a deeper level it increases metabolism which helps calories burn faster, promotes blood circulation to detox quicker, boosts immunity and relieves pain.

ALPHASPHERE | 30 MINUTES Exclusive to Talise Spa, Madinat Jumeirah, the AlphaSphere enhances sensual perception by providing a unique quality of deep relaxation with an inspiring and energizing effect. Different perception levels merge into one immersive experience so you will feel simultaneously relaxed and stimulated. Mental and physical effects proven by scientific studies include, stress reduction, deep relaxation, loosening of tight muscles, energy recharging, skin circulation stimulation, lower blood pressure, improved efficiency, enhanced creativity, and resolved body tension.

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BODY TREATMENTS SHIffA ARAbIAN NIgHTS | 90 MINUTES Allow the scents of sandalwood, frankincense and rose transport you back to ancient Arabia. An indulgent recipe of exotic flowers, sweet fruits and rich oils gently nourish and exfoliate the skin. Unwind on this journey with a heavenly massage using aromatic oils to relax the body and mind, yet awaken your senses.

SHIffA 24-CARAT gOLD HAMMAM | 120 MINUTES Experience the ultimate luxurious exfoliation with a Moroccan Hammam mi which stimulates and revives the skin. Pamper every last inch of your body as your skin is covered with a rejuvenating gold clay body mask containing extracts of healing myrtle. Dri away with a full body massage as gold-infused precious oils absorb into the skin so you radiate with the scent of jasmine petals.

HAMMAM | 60 MINUTES Full body exfoliation with traditional black soap and Kese. This deep exfoliating treatment is performed in private steam room and makes skin feel amazingly clean and radiant.

Treatment is not inclusive of massage or lotion application. www.jumeirah.com/en/hotelsresorts/dubai/madinatjumeirah/spa/talise-spa/

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s Immerse yourself in traditional and ancient treatments that will revitalize your mind, body and soul. Embark on your wellness journey with traditional Ayurvedic treatments from ancient Sri Lanka. www.amunaayurvedaretreat.com/

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Rewind, refresh and reinvigorate both body and mind in the sanctuary of Armani/SPA. Retreat into a collection of personalised sensory experiences, delivered by experienced therapists and designed to meet your individual needs. www.armanihoteldubai.com/en/spa

Embracing Anantara’s philosophy, ‘without end’, which stems from ancient Thai origins, among Abu Dhabi Spa Resorts, Anantara Spa at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort offers timeless spa experiences in iconic surrounds. hps://qasralsarab.anantara.com/spas.aspx

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Discover and experience our award-winning collections. From Skincare to Bath & Body, you'll find what your skin and body needs. Or find us at a wide range of spas across the UK to experience an Aromatherapy treatment. www.aromatherapyassociates.com

The philosophy of Chiva-Som, Haven of life has always been one of health and wellness. At ChivaSom, the guest will oî…šen experience personal transformation, through services tailored for the development for mind-body-spirit. With this in mind we are very happy to announce the launch of the Chiva-Som Signature Range of both products and spa treatment.

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The Dune Spa at The Shore Club embraces a holistic approach that draws from the environment of Long Bay Beach. Centered on the elements of sand, sea, breeze, and sun, the Dune Spa’s techniques, treatments and products are designed to restore, inspire insight, stimulate, and ignite. Visit one of the Spa’s three wellness coages—Moonshadow, Sundancers, or Sea Breeze—for treatments in view of the beautiful surf. www.theshoreclubtc.com/spa/

Eden Rock - St Barths or a new wellness experience in an island paradise offering exclusive use of Ligne St Barth natural treatments . In terms of fitness, Eden Rock Fitness prepares you for a personalized training with expert coaches. www.oetkercollection.com/fr/destinations/ eden-rock-st-barths/spa-bien-etre/

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An oasis of holistic therapies for the spirit, mind, and body, Faena Spa blends ancient healing rituals from around the world to awaken consciousness and restore wellbeing. www.faena.com/buenos-aires/faena-spa/

Guests find the natural vibe at the FieldSpa— located in a coage on the edge of the GoldenEye Lagoon—intensely restorative. It could be the cozy seing of our treatment rooms, nestled in the bush and open-to-the-air. It could be the scent of earthy spices, hanging in the air. We think it’s because the FieldSpa is a natural fit with its environment—and that’s what imparts a deep sense of calm.

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The multi award winning Gaia Day Spa is the pure heart of the Gaia Experience. With 14 treatment rooms and more than 35 outstanding healers and therapists, our exceptional team will nurture you with integrity and heartfelt passion to enliven and balance your being. Gaia Day Spa is open to Day Guests as well as guests who choose our Retreat Packages. gaiaretreat.com.au/day-spa/

Inspired by the personality of Venice, GOCO Spa delivers an exclusive and craî…šed wellness journey that embraces both traditional and modern spa modalities. Providing a unique sancturary on Isola delle Rose in which guests can regenerate and relax amid luxurious surroundings while enjoying the most exclusive treatments. www.jwvenice.com/en/goco-spa-venice/

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Treat your skin for what it is: the largest organ in your body and your most heroic line of defense against the elements. Keep hard-working muscles supple and relaxed aî…šer a day of exercise. For every challenge, a reward. Here, the body is brought into balance, and prepared for another day. goldendoor.com/experience/spa/

Our focus is always on delivering results. Be it to ease tension, help reduce signs of ageing, achieve a radiant glow or simply relax and recalibrate, our integrated team of experts oers a range of beauty, grooming, holistic and detox treatments tailored just for you.

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These include accommodation, all meals, use of the spa facilities and spa treatments. The treatments have been specially chosen to achieve the maximum results and to oer the best value. Stays of 3 nights or longer are at a special reduced rate. www.grayshoî…&#x;spa.com/spa/

The St. Regis Iridium Spa promises a transformative journey in a resort oasis of tropically inspired sophistication. Alighting atop the scintillating waves of the Indian Ocean, our 1,850-square-meter overwater luxury spa features plush furnishings set against white oak interiors to create an ambience of elegant tranquility. www.stregismaldives.com/spa

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FEEL THE GENEROSITY OF SPIRIT. We are blessed with the world's most intuitive and giî…šed therapists to honor you. You will feel the intimacy and energy of this very special place. www.miiamo.com/sedona_spa_services

Spa Mriya Resort & Spa oers its guests the unique series of anti-aging, tonic and cosmetological procedures. Natural premium class eco-products are waiting for our guests.

Improve your well-being and vital tonus just in a few hours of pleasant procedures. Marine air and mountain climate will only enhance the eect of spa-procedures.

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Unwind. Restore. Elevate. These are the guiding principals around which all spa therapies and treatments are created. Each features its own specialised set of holistic programmes designed to guide guests in choosing the experiences best suited to their particular needs. www.oneandonlyresorts.com/one-and-onlycape-town-south-africa/spa-and-ďŹ tness

Inspired by ancient traditions and the most progressive results- driven therapies, a curated collection of treatments enhances each individual journey of rejuvenation and renewal. www.oneandonlyresorts.com/one-and-onlypalmilla-los-cabos/spa-and-ďŹ tness

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Since launching in 1986 Dr. med. Erich Schulte, founder of QMS Medicosmetics has revolutionized the way we treat and care for our skin. www.qmsmedicosmetics.com

From champagne to luxurious throws and customized treatments; our goal is to surpass all expectations and to help you escape to a sanctuary of indulgence and relaxation. Spa guests enjoy complimentary access to all Remède areas including a newly refreshed oxygen lounge, steam caves, cold plunges, hot tubs, fitness center, and Confluence waterfall. www.stregisaspen.com/features/remede-spa/

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Find true peace and tranquility at Santo Maris Oia Luxury Spa. Our onsite Revival Spa facility is of the highest quality and offers a complete range of treatments and relaxation therapies to guarantee that your stay in Santorini is spent in luxury and comfort with the healing touch of Aegeo’s certified spa professionals.

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The wellness program SHA Essence gives you the opportunity to discover a healthy lifestyle focused on improving your wellbeing through a series of natural therapies, healthy nutrition and personalised ďŹ tness plan. shawellnessclinic.com/en/wellness-area/

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When the world outside is stormy and chaotic, SPA-ROSA offers a peaceful sanctuary. The only thing on your to-do list here is taking care of your own needs. A visit to the 3,000 m² wellness area doesn't just soothe the body, but also the soul.

And when you indulge in our wellness treatments, while taking in the stunning view of the Tirolean mountains, you will fully understand what a wellness holiday at A-ROSA Kitzbühel means: finding yourself, strengthening your sense of self and following your inner feelings.

Enjoy some of the ďŹ nest spa therapy treatments in London, bringing together much-loved spa and beauty brands ila and La Prairie, as well as facial and beauty expert Anastasia Achilleos. Treatments include massages, facials, manicures and bespoke sessions with our resident practitioners. For non-members, day passes can also be combined with treatment bookings for access to our exceptional facilities.

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At The Ritz-Carlton Spa in Riyadh, gentlemen are invited to escape the pressures of business and the stress of daily life and retreat into a discreet realm of relaxation. Whether guests to this luxury male spa in Riyadh are looking to soothe sportsrelated soreness or enjoy a day of quiet reection, the spa's professionals can assist in selecting the perfect treatment from an exclusive spa menu. The exclusive gentlemen'sonly facility also features three treatment rooms and a state-of-the-art ďŹ tness center.

The award winning Spa & Bath House has a host of spoiling treatments to enjoy as well as ďŹ rstclass facilities including a 12-metre heated Relaxation Pool, Vitality Pool with massage jets, Sauna, Steam Inhalation Room and fully equipped Fitness Room. www.royalcrescent.co.uk/the-spa

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Spread over two floors, the spa at Mandarin Oriental, Prague offers a soothing environment in which you can rest, relax and feel rejuvenated.

From the moment you enter our spa you will feel a wonderful sense of serenity. Housed in a former chapel, the spa’s contemporary design incorporates some unique features such as the illuminated foundations of a former 14th-Century church, displayed below the glass floor of the lobby.

The spa enjoys a gentle and soothing atmosphere enhanced by the tranquil design and aentive care of our talented therapists. Having swapped your

shoes for slippers and enjoyed a cup of herbal tea, you will be shown to the changing rooms and then to the Tea Lounge where you can relax before your treatment.

From here you will be taken to your private treatment room, where aer a consultation with your personal therapist, you will enjoy a relaxing foot massage before your treatment begins.

Step into a space where tranquility reigns. A place where the boundaries of East and West blend in harmony. To the only spa in the world located in a former Renaissance chapel, repeatedly voted the favourite spa in the Czech Republic and favourite spa in Europe, received several international awards.

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At Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Prague, embark on a holistic sensory journey that will transform the body, mind and spirit. Choose from the therapies inspired by ancient concepts and modern techniques from around the world, and enhanced by an array of heat and water experiences.

A specially designed relaxation area, the Tea Lounge, has been created where you can unwind, escape and rejuvenate.

Designed with sheer luxury and relaxation in mind, the beautiful treatment rooms provide the ideal haven for private, personalized service.

Immerse yourself in an oasis of heat and water: the Vitality Pool – where you can lie in warm mineral water while being gently massaged by hydrotherapy body jets; and Steam Showers – where you can relax before or aer treatment in the gentle mist.

PHIlOSOPHy The Spas at Mandarin Oriental are born out of a sincere understanding and passion for wellness,

which we de ne as a way of life that focuses on physical, emotional and mental well-being. The Group is commied to delivering all aspects of wellness with integrity and honesty, providing inspiration for lifestyle change, in an environment that delights all the senses. The Spas at Mandarin Oriental are havens for contemplation and discovery. Guided by our oriental heritage but in uenced by local cultural diversity, the Group has created distinctive concepts with a unique sense of place in every location.

TREaTMENTS Respect for the uniqueness of each individual is the foundation of our spa experience. Our highly trained therapists are commied to excellence, infused with enthusiasm and take pride in delivering personalised, dedicated service. Our therapies combine both ancient and contemporary techniques in a natural manner.

They are designed to bring balance and equilibrium to meet the needs of each individual.

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PRODUCTS Mandarin Oriental’s signature product line has been developed speci cally for the Group by the award-winning UK-based company Aromatherapy Associates. The product range incorporates ve body oils, ve bath and shower oils, generic body scrub, body wash and body lotion. All contain natural ingredients and are paraben free, and they have been blended by a master blender to Mandarin Oriental’s speci cations. Easy to use and effective in their treatment, they provide an ideal extension of our spa experience into daily life. All other products used in our Spas are of the highest quality and contain naturally derived ingredients.

MaNDaRIN ORIENTal SIGNaTURE SPa THERaPIES

Developed in consultation with specialists in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and master aromatherapists, each signature therapy consists of a relaxing, hands-on body massage ritual that combines the powerful effects of oriental meridian massage with the therapeutic bene ts of custom-blended essential oils, created uniquely for Mandarin Oriental. Each treatment begins with a private therapist consultation in order to determine each individual’s personal and current state of well- being. The treatment and oils are then tailored to each guest in order to leave the body, mind and spirit in perfect harmony. Guests are also provided with nutritional and exercise guidance so as to extend the bene cial effects of the programme at home. www.mandarinoriental.com/prague/luxury-spa/

Mandarin Oriental’s signature spa therapies have been devised to address guests’ increasing desire for simple, effective and authentic spa experiences.

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QMS MediCosmetics Founded over 20 years ago by German surgeon and skincare pioneer Dr. med. Erich Schulte, QMS Medicosmetics collection of skincare and spa treatments is globally recognised for its exceptional effectiveness.

Dr. Schulte’s passion for advancing the science of skincare is reflected in each personally developed formulation. The result is a unique skincare system that has been scientifically perfected through years of clinical research and dedication to delivering the perfect balance of stateof-the-art ingredients in combination with the most advanced transdermal carriers. These highly effective products are the basis of QMS Medicosmetics Treatment Collection featuring signature facial and body conditioning treatments styled for their superior results.

With an impressive hotel partner portfolio including The Saxon in Johannesburg, Six Senses Spa at The Alpina Gstaad, Javvu Spa at the Amilla Fushi, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, J.W. Marrio Venice Resort & Spa, Burj al Arab and many more, QMS Medicosmetics distinctive style can be experienced all around the world. www.qmsmedicosmetics.com

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AT AMATHUS BEACH HO SPa ReSoRT in limaSSol, CyPRuS The leading spa of the amathus spa resort in limassol, Cyprus offers a variety of spa therapies and spa treatments for guests wishing to discover the art of relaxation and solace.

Beautifully designed with natural elements, marbles from Tinos and american walnut the amathus spa centre in limassol allows guests to witness the grace of nature, air, earth, fire and

water with spa therapies and spa treatments from ancient cultures and asian influences.

Those willing to keep fit even while on vacation are welcome to join the wellness centre or enjoy an invigorating workout at the fully equipped fitness centre. The amathus fitness centre is fied with life fitness circuit-training and cardiovascular instruments ensuring that daily exercise will increase strength, flexibility and endurance.

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Embraced by the beauty of nature, the awarded amathus Spa Centre features state-of-the-art spa facilities including a wellness centre with 11 treatment rooms and a fully equipped fitness centre with an Indian body & mind temple.

The amathus spa centre offers the most exceptional wellness facilities in limassol welcoming its guests in an oasis of serene tranquillity. against the backdrop of thesea this revitalizing wellness centre captures the essence of pure pampering with innovative spa treatments, relaxing Jacuzzi baths and stimulating workouts.

aer experiencing the most invigorating spa therapies and spa treatments guests are invited to unwind in the Jacuzzi or enjoy the ultimate relaxation in the garden of senses where the soothing lighting, the sound of the running waters and the refreshing embrace of exotic plants are sure to enliven the senses.

The amathus spa resort in limassol, Cyprus is a lavish sanctuary of calm and peaceful pampering with luxury spa facilities, pools with Jacuzzi, sauna, steam bath and relaxing treatment rooms for the ultimate rejuvenation of body and mind.

Rightfully considered the best spa in the Mediterranean the amathus spa of this luxury beach hotel in limassol along with its newly introduced fitness centre have been meticulously designed to ensure personal balance and inner peace. www.amathuslimassol.com/luxury-spa-resortlimassol

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In 2004, the Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo hotel became a contemporary and distinguished hotel.

With its new identity, the hotel kept its soul and maintains a certain level of luxury emphasizing the emotional character yet very modern atmosphere.

Step into our world of well-being at the Metropole ESPA Monte-Carlo. In a truly luxurious seing, escape into a world of soness and harmony and enjoy a special moment of privacy and relaxation.

Metropole ESPA proposes a new concept, an approach to well-being in harmony with the new pool area's atmosphere. Each ESPA treatment will give you a unique tailor made experience, with outstanding results.

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The ESPA treatments, combining modern techniques and ancestral therapies from around the world, are designed to give each client an exceptional, unforgeable experience. ESPA’s know-how, combined with scientific advances in natural skincare products, means that we can offer a fully personalised experience with remarkable results.

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aer busy days of sightseeing and exploring in the city, visit luceo Spa for an international spa experience unrivalled in St. Petersburg.

Constructed within a triangular courtyard of the original lion Palace, our four-level luxury spa in St. Petersburg offers superior skincare and massage therapies. Expert manicures and pedicures are also available, and eight spa treatment rooms include a deluxe couples’ suite with a private lounge.

Taking inspiration for its name from “to be light” or “shine” in latin, luceo Spa creates uniquely rich cultural experiences in a refuge of relaxation.

FouR SeaSonS hoTel lion PalaCe ST. PeTeRSbuRg We are commied to creating uniquely rich cultural experiences within our refuge of relaxation, allowing your true inner self to shine.

Our exquisite organic products have been selected for their rare qualities with enriching scents of Neroli, ylang ylang, and Sandalwood. from Russian amber to pure gold signature treatments, we look to warm your soul and help you escape to a sanctuary of indulgence and royal elegance.

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Our four Seasons’ Oils were created by Santa Maria Novella and contain a mixture of selected plant oils with af nity to the skin and enriched with essences for a natural fragrance. Experience the scents of the four seasons with one of our treatments developed with the best of florence.

We’ve selected our exquisite organic products for their rare qualities and appealing scents. from Russian amber to pure gold, premium ingredients help to deliver a royal spa experience.

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Our signature pampering treatments by Omorovicza infuse the healing thermal waters of Hungary with extracts of gold, a mineral that helps strengthen and heal the skin. Indulge with these royal treatments designed to soothe all of your senses.

at luceo Spa we use aromatherapy as an intuitive approach to obtain positive outcomes. aromatherapy is a treatment that may help to prevent diseases by using essential oils. It can be used to reduce pain and anxiety, enhance energy and short-term memory, relaxation and hair loss prevention. This massage also balances the third chakra which is responsible for our inner power and self-esteem. This treatment uses Santa Maria Novella’s four Seasons Oils to relax and help the body to nd a natural way to heal itself and improve immune response.

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golden STone maSSage a blend of essential oils and warm mineral stones makes this body experience truly transporting.

Stones are not placed on the body; rather, they become extensions of the therapist’s hands to relieve muscular tension and stress.

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This full-body scrub incorporates a combination of gold extracts and sugar to heal and revitalize the skin. The treatment ends with an application of fragrant oil enriched with gold particles, leaving your body soothed, hydrated and glowing.

Paraffin gloves delivery deep hydration to your hands and feet with a touch of aromatherapy and massage.

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after a relaxing hand scrub, enjoy a soothing and blissful rose balm marma massage that works to restore the body's natural energy. Next, a hydrating mask restores silky smoothness to the hands. This exceptional treatment is designed to release stress and tension from your hands while making them noticeably younger looking.

for sensitive skin in need of special aention, this facial incorporates gentle ingredients to cleanse and exfoliate. a unique Hungarian facial massage gently stimulates microcirculation while relieving tension. a nourishing poultice of organic oats and wheat supplies ample nourishment and moisture, leaving the skin glowing.

SCalP & head maSSage This enchanting add-on begins with acupressure to release fatigue and tension from the neck and head and vital minerals and oils to nourish hair. a scalp massage is then followed by an application of bioenergetic mud. eye TReaTmenT Treat puffiness and dark circles with the application of arnica and vitamin K. Cooling dermaglobes soothe and relax the eye contour, creating brighter, more refreshed eyes.

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FooT ReCoveRy This soothing enhancement begins with a lemongrass and vetivert scrub to soothe tired feet. Marma massage techniques and vital energy oil then caress and soothe, then your feet are deeply nourished with the application of an energizing foot mask, leaving your soles ready to take on your next challenge. www.fourseasons.com/stpetersburg/spa/spa_ tips/

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It is hard to decide among many highlights available for ultimate relaxation at Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul’s exclusive spa. Çırağan Palace Kempinski Spa, managed by Sanitas, offers an authentic Turkish bath (hamam)

where you can enjoy a traditional Turkish massage and bath, fitness centre, a whirlpool, an indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam rooms, massage rooms and a cosmetic room. A favorite is the winter heated infinity outdoor swimming pool, which gives you the feeling of floating on the Bosphorus.

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SaNITaS SPa PHIlOSOPHy “Pamper yourself and feel the difference of the touch…”

The philosophy at Sanitas covers the state of being both physically and mentally sound. The factors of trusting nature, living a healthy and quality life, natural beauty and the pleasure of living lying under this integration. The importance of being equipped with spiritual, mental and physical health is increasing in today’s fitness and spa centres. Being aware of this fact, the design concepts of Sanitas’ spa centres have been structured in a way to create a feeling of calmness in the functionality both visually and mentally.

Sanitas spa centres share the moo of “Feel the difference of the touch…”, aimed at making you feel calmness and tranquility by establishing a synthesis with a healthy life.

Select from a variety of deliciously therapeutic massages including classical massage, sport massage, a foot reflexology massage and manual lymph drainage.

SaNITaS SIGNaTURE MaSSaGE This is a muscle-relaxing and stress-relieving massage, incorporating both so and strong techniques; the goal is to relax the tissues by massaging them with your choice of aromatic oils.

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A concentrated foot massage, performed using a special technique. By focusing on speciďŹ c points on your feet, any tension that you have can be relieved.

This is an intensive massage for the stomach, thighs and legs. It slims down the body, eliminates excess adipose deposits, stimulates circulation, reduces water retention and relieves muscle fatigue.

RElaXaTION MaSSaGE This careful but intensive massage helps to relieve tension and restore your feeling of wellbeing.

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gueRla Waldo beRlin The Guerlain Spa at the Waldorf Astoria Berlin specialises in personalised, soothing treatments that restore calm amidst the energy of the city.

Recharge body and soul at the only Guerlain Spa in Germany.

Luxury for body and soul, Germany's first and only Guerlain Spa at Waldorf Astoria Berlin offers our guests the opportunity to enjoy hotel spa

treatments featuring the exclusive Guerlain beauty products. Treatments developed from the 200-year tradition of this renowned French cosmetic brand are combined with innovative concepts for the ultimate spa experience. In 2014, 2015 and 2016 the Guerlain Spa at Waldorf Astoria Berlin won the World Luxury Spa Award for Best Luxury Hotel Spa.

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ain SPa aT oRF aSToRia n The 1,000m² spa is located on the fih floor and includes six therapy rooms, a cloud-shaped pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, terrace, a five-sense hydrotherapy Vichy shower and a 24-hour fitness center. Our Guerlain boutique also offers signature products for purchase so the spa experience at Waldorf Astoria Berlin can be enjoyed at home.

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CONRAD AT CONRAD ALG The Conrad Algarve Spa & Health Club is one of the most luxurious and desirable spas in Portugal, if not Europe. The Spa & Health Club is a haven providing holistic therapies, combining meditation and relaxation, as well as special body treatments.

This oasis of calm adopts a contemporary approach to rekindling your energy and rediscovering your spirit.

Discover a supremely refreshing new approach to the Luxury Spa, and your total wellbeing.

Intrinsically woven into its natural seing, The Conrad Algarve Spa is the latest evolution of sophisticated spa culture, which embraces and blends the holistic approach into a new and ultracontemporary exploration of the spa.

Forward-thinking and seductively opulent, Conrad Spa is all about you. Conrad Algarve Spa’s cuingedge treatment concepts offer inspired and personalised treatment programs, delivered by intuitive therapists with expert hands. Our holistic

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SPA GARVE and innovative approach treats each individual as a whole; the treatment menu uniquely combines high touch and high tech disciplines that specifically target each guest’s individual treatment goals.

Explore Essentially You, a collection of Signature Treatments that respect your time and rejuvenate your mind and body. From signature body treatments to high performance facial techniques and oxygen inhalation therapy, our products and

treatments, drawing on local techniques, culture and surroundings are effective, powerful and unrivalled. Refreshingly personalised packages and a collection of couture treatments mean that you can spend an hour or spend the whole day being rejuvenated - whichever you choose, you shall wish it could last forever. Extensive thermal facilities set in our exquisite Algarve location complete this unique experience.

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Imagine a spa that feels like it was made for you.

With warmth and familiarity, surprising intuitiveness and a refreshing approach. Where innovative services and efficiency seamlessly come together to return you to your optimum state of wellbeing, whether you stay the whole day or half an hour. not only through treatments, but an atmosphere that transports you into an organically designed, locally inspired haven of harmony and lightness. combining state-of- theart treatments and techniques from the world’s most exotic destinations into a restorative and rejuvenating journey. a journey to becoming an even beer you.

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A collection of treatments that respect your time and rejuvenate your mind and body. With technologically-advanced elements to effectively and efficiently return you to a beautifully balanced state of being, in sixty minutes or less.

Pregnancy requires a special touch and these treatments provide it. expertly tailored to bring out the best in mothers-to-be.

When you have time to take wellbeing to another level. a journey that leaves every inch feeling reborn. Where time, technology and organic treatments are expertly combined to elevate you to a state of absolute perfection.

BEyOND PERfECTION Innovative treatments tailored to meet your every need, whether added to another treatment or experienced on their own. you’ll feel totally relaxed – from head to toe.

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CONRaD alGaRVE SIGNaTURE TREaTMENTS Drawing on local techniques, culture and surroundings, these exclusive therapies are deeply relaxing and rejuvenating.

THERMal SUITS INClUDE: • Aromatic Steam • Spacious sauna with natural day light • Infinity Pool

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• Experience showers • Ice fountain

• Treatments by Aromatherapy associates and Intraceuticals oxygen infusion and inhalation therapies • Essie for Manicure and Pedicures

• Vitality pool with individual massage stations • Cold plunge pool • Indoor and outdoor relaxation zones

• VIP couples spa suite • Outdoor spa option with private spa cabanas on each treatment room

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• Full service Hair salon

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DIVaNI aTHENS SPa & THalaSSO CENTER For absolute wellness and relaxation, the Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso offers a 3,500 sq.m. pa and Thalassotherapy center, unrivaled in the region of Aica.

THalaSSOTHERaPy POOl Divani Athens SPA & Thalasso Center offers the biggest Thalassotherapy pool in Greece , 270sq.m.

Here our guest will find 16 different areas with water jets where he can relax and unwind.

PRIVaTE ROOMS We also propose an extensive beauty centre with 25 treatment and massage rooms. Here our guest will find specific expert treatments tailored to your personal needs, using two of the leading brands of produce, Ligne St Barth and Thalgo.

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SPECIalISED TREaTMENTS THalGO OXyGEN faCIal TREaTMENT A true boost of oxygen for stressed, polluted and dull skin. Τhis gentle smoothing and brightening facial, reveals your skin’s true radiance. Enriched with marine BHAs and vitamins, this therapy restores vital micro-nutrients to your skin, leaving it nourished and revitalised.

THalGO MaRINE PRElUDE This ultimate exfoliation treatment is ideal before weight loss or sun tanning. Natural sea salts and marine mud exfoliate infuse the skin with beneficial minerals. Skin is le feeling smooth and refined aer the removal of dead skin cells, and the entire body is invigorated and relaxed.

THalGO SIlICIUM(40+) A spectacular therapy with specific active ingredients such as collagen, hyaluronic acid and silicon (silicium), selected to improve firmness, filling and smoothing of wrinkles. A single application is sufficient to see your skin refreshed and bright, and facial contours more toned.

ST. BaRTH SENSaTION A pampering body mask combined with a relaxing massage. The body mask provides the skin with an intensive moisture boost. Select your favourite scent: bourbon vanilla, tiare flowers or exotic lily.

A creamy, silky mask is gently applied to the body to supply skin with nutrients and lipids from high quality plant oils. The absorption of the mask is intensified by a wonderfully fragrant relaxing massage. Skin has a visibly improved appearance and velvety smooth texture.

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A combination of the best massages available at our Thalassotherapy Centre, using essential oils.

Includes hot stone, bamboo and head massage.

This is an intensely relaxing body treatment, ideal for those who need to de-stress and rejuvenate.

This unique massage uses a particular type of clam shell with self heating properties. It enhances circulation, moisturises and nourishes the skin with minerals and vitamins, and stimulates tissue metabolism and lymph flow.

SHIaTSU MaSSaGE An ancient Japanese version of Chinese acupressure massage, re-balancing the body’s energy and seing in motion its own mechanisms of defence and recovery. It restores the patient physically, re-energizing to achieve greater inner peace, physical well being and powers of concentration.

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e CoRinTh THE NEXT GENERaTION Of SPa Set in a space of iconic beauty, ESPA Life at Corinthia London is quite simply the Next Generation of Spa. A pioneering new concept, ESPA Life excels at offering a fully integrated approach to wellbeing, bringing together a team of the world’s top experts to offer an unrivalled choice of spa, complementary alternative therapies, fitness, beauty treatments and Daniel Galvin Hair Salon.

Additionally, ESPA Life has brought together a globally acclaimed team of naturopaths, traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncturists and herbalists, osteopaths, personal trainers and spa professionals to tailor Lifestyle Programmes to promote optimal health and wellbeing.

Spread over four floors, the spa features 17 treatment rooms, a private spa suite, nail studio, indoor swimming pool, vitality pool, amphitheatre sauna, ice fountain, marble heated loungers and private sleep pods. The spa café complements the

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eSPa liFe aT hia london overall offering by serving light, nutritious refreshments.

Situated above the dramatic thermal suite floor, leading edge equipment features in an impeccable fitness and rehabilitation offering, within our 24 hour gym.

The extensive facilities at ESPA Life are situated over 4 elegant floors and consist of exclusive separate sex Spa Changing and Heat Experiences; Dramatic Sauna, Steam Room and Lifestyle

Showers are situated in the Female Spa Changing and Sauna, Tepidarium and Power Showers in the Male.

THERMal flOOR The dramatic Thermal Floor consists of an Amphitheatre Sauna, Steam Room, Feature Showers, Ice Fountain, Pool, Vitality Pool with various air and water massage jets, marble heated lounges and relaxation bays.

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A state-of-the-art gym equipped with cardio vascular and strength machines, Powerplate, free weights area and private personal training pods.

ESPA Life personal trainers are on hand to help you prepare for sporting events, specific goals or assistance with the creation of a life-changing fitness routine.

Offering nutritious cuisine for breakfast, lunch and tea focusing on a ‘Taste of Health’.

NaIl STUDIO A glamorous studio dedicated to manicures and pedicures, with a refreshment menu including freshly squeezed juices, tisanes, Champagne or beer.

Freshly squeezed juices, smoothies, tisanes, Champagne and fine wines are also available.

DaNIEl GalVIN HaIR SalON An exceptional team of dedicated colour specialists and stylists are on hand to cater to your every hair request. www.espalifeatcorinthia.com

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EMIRATES P Drawing inspiration from Abu Dhabi’s rich cultural traditions and the natural beauty of the Arabian Sea, Emirates Palace is proud to introduce its newly renovated spa

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PALACE SPA Bringing a new meaning to luxury spa services in this bustling city, indulge your senses at the Emirates Palace Spa, where the essence of Moroccan charm infused with traditional ancient therapies has created the perfect sanctuary for bespoke treatments.

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The Emirates Palace Spa features an exotic blend of Moroccan-inspired interiors, domes and graceful archways interlaced with delicate furnishings and spa fiings. Seven treatment rooms are comprised of three double spa suites complete with bathtub, steam shower and grooming area, two double spa rooms with aached shower and grooming area, and the newly appointed Bastien Gonzales Salon and Gentlemen’s Tonic Salon.

A traditional Moroccan Hammam forms the heart of the spa that includes two Jacuzzis, two steam rooms, heated marble, ice cave and two private changing rooms. Hammam guests can also take advantage of an exclusive relaxation room.

Popular treatments from the old menu are combined with new indulgences to introduce a menu of bespoke experiences unparalleled in Abu Dhabi. Partnering with famous brands such as

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Amra, Forlle’d, Bastien Gonzales and Gentlemen’s Tonic, step into the new Emirates Palace Spa to experience luxury and relaxation like never before, with world class products and purely indulgent packages aimed to ignite a sense of balance and serenity. Choose from a selection of exclusive soulful escapes, where pearls, gold and minerals are a real and glamorous pampering to your skin.

Embark on a journey where mystical enchantment is created, self-reflection is embraced and remarkable encounters are the key to creating a haven for our time travellers.

For more information online, visit the website: www.emiratespalace.ae

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MARHARBA WELCOME TO EMIRATES PALACE As Abu Dhabi’s iconic landmark, Emirates Palace embraces the rich culture and colourful traditions of this region. Through luxurious amenities and personalized service, we invite you to experience the warmth and generosity of Arabian hospitality at the premier address in the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

Drawing inspiration from Abu Dhabi’s rich cultural traditions and the natural beauty of the Arabian Sea, Emirates Palace is proud to introduce its new spa. Featuring an exotic blend of Moroccaninspired interiors, domes and graceful archways interlaced with delicate furnishings and spa fiings, enjoy everything from a manicure to a Moroccan Hammam treatment, as well as barber services for gentlemen.

Popular treatments are combined with new products and spa practices to introduce a menu of bespoke experiences unparalleled in the bustling capital of the UAE. Partnering with famous brands such as Amra, Forlle’d, Bastien Gonzales and Gentlemen’s Tonic, step into the new Emirates Palace Spa to experience luxury and relaxation like never before, with world class products and purely indulgent packages aimed to ignite a sense of balance and serenity. Choose from a selection of exclusive soulful escapes, where pearls, gold and minerals are a real and glamorous pampering to your skin.

Embark on a journey where mystical enchantment is created, self-reflection is embraced and remarkable encounters are the key to creating a haven for all time travellers. www.kempinski.com/en/abudhabi/emiratespalace/welcome/

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DRAWING INSPIRATION FROM ABU DHABI’S RICH CULTURAL TRADITIONS AND THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF THE ARABIAN SEA, EMIRATES PALACE IS PROUD TO INTRODUCE ITS NEW SPA.

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TOMAN SPA Behind vast carved turquoise doors within the luxurious Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Hotel, lies the palatial Talise Ooman Spa. With 42 treatment rooms, eight hydrotherapy rooms, steam rooms, saunas, snow rooms, floating baths and two thalassotherapy pools, you’ll discover almost limitless ways to treat yourself.

At the heart of this spa, built from marble and exquisitely decorated with dark woods, mosaics and murals, is a spectacular Turkish Hammam.

The centuries-old tradition of hammam is based around a philosophy of community. It’s the perfect place to come together, relax and experience true indulgence.

Winner of multiple awards, including The World Travel Awards World's Leading Spa Resort in 2014 & Middle East's Leading Spa 2015, the Talise Ooman Spa is an experience like no other.

Inspired by the imperial palaces of the Ooman era, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray does absolutely everything in superb style. From its exclusive location on the west crescent of the iconic Palm Jumeirah to the truly spectacular lobby entrance, every detail inspires awe and delight. www.jumeirah.com

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TALISE The luxury of Talise Spa finds a particularly tranquil seing at Jumeirah Dhevanafushi, where its signature spa experience overlooks the Maldivian coastline.

A holistic approach to wellbeing reconnects you with nature, with signature treatments delivered by our expert spa therapists.

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SPA Your experience becomes a journey of self discovery rather than just a feel-good experience.

Each treatment is personalised to your individual requirements and gives you more than just a feeling of relaxation. Talise unfolds a sense of deep tranquility and balance for complete holistic rejuvenation.

Romantic spaces for couples offer intimate moments of true relaxation, while our extensive spa menu offers individual treatments tailored to your needs.

Jumeirah Dhevanafushi won the awards for 2015 Maldives' Leading Luxury Hotel Villa at the World Travel Awards.

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Dermalogica When Dermalogica meets skin, skin health is redeďŹ ned.

Dermalogica is the number one choice of skin care professionals and consumers worldwide. Why? Because we've been dedicated to delivering skin health results through education, innovation, and professional recommendation, not through sparkly packaging, promises of miracle cures, or overblown hype.

As a brand, Dermalogica immediately upset the prevailing paradigm of beauty and glamour by classifying skin care as a health issue as opposed to a cosmetic concern. Just as we removed common irritants from the ingredient menu, Dermalogica also introduced a powerful new element into the brand identity: the specialised expertise of the professional skin therapist.

We have never taken part in animal testing, and Dermalogica is sold only where professional consultation and professional treatments are performed by professional skin therapists. Dermalogica, turning 30 in 2016, is sold in over 80 countries and prescribed more oî…šen than any other product available. www.dermalogica.co.uk

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FOR VILLAGE ACQUAFORTE THALASSO SPA

The Acquaforte Thalasso Spa, with its thalassotherapy centre and an exclusive package of spa treatments. The Italian school of thalassotherapy was founded at our centre. The Forte thalassotherapy treatment is based on the combined action of factors like the sun, pleasantly warm temperatures, seawater, and marine mud activated by the sun and by magnesium salt. The laer, together with sodium chloride, gives our water a unique natural saline density found in no other natural water, and it has exceptional therapeutic properties.

A unique and exclusive combination of treatments and therapies makes the Acquaforte Spa the finest place to unwind and tune into the natural equilibrium between body and mind.

With its exceptional natural beauty, long white sand beaches and spectacular Mediterranean Sea, the south coast of the island of Sardinia is home to the Forte Village. Set in 47 hectares of lavish gardens and grounds, Forte Village provides a truly wonderful holiday, perhaps that is why we have been voted by travel agents as the ‘World’s Leading Resort’ every year since 1998.

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RTE The resort is a private park reserved for hotel guests, safe for children, no cars are allowed inside. There are eight hotels, each has a unique style of accommodation.

As well as offering a vast choice of activities for young and old alike, the resort boasts the finest equipment for every imaginable sport and leisure pursuit. Not least its own Leisure Land, a thrillpacked temple of fun and sport.

of spa treatments, is one of the few very special “Leading Spas of the World”. The Forte thalassotherapy treatment is based on the combined action of factors like the sun, pleasantly warm temperatures, seawater, and marine mud activated by the sun and by magnesium salt.

International professionals at the new medical sports centre will offer advice, in particular related to back and muscle treatments. www.fortevillageresort.com/thalasso-spa

The Acquaforte Thalasso Spa, with its thalassotherapy centre and an exclusive package

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THALASSOTHERAPY Today, thalassotherapy is one of the most effective, natural, complete methods of rediscovering unity and harmony. It’s recognised as an integrative method for rehabilitation, recovery and maintenance of overall wellness in the human body. The head of our medical team, Dr. Angelo Cerina, is considered to be one of the leading international specialists in the sector.

MEDICALSPA In-depth research has given rise to new therapies based on the use of our seawater and sea salt.

These treatments are aimed at the physical and psychophysical recovery from excessive stress, osteoarticular conditions, overweight, female conditions, the prevention of ageing, and detox programmes.

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SELAM The Selam Project is the result of years of research in the thalassotherapy and wellbeing sector and marks a turning point in physical performance philosophy and in dealing with many complaints such as diabetes, obesity, cellulite, high blood pressure, back pain, osteoporosis and various other conditions, including psychosomatic problems.

AYURVEDIC PARK Come and discover our wonderful garden dedicated to the power of Ayurvedic medicine.

Massages are performed using ancient traditional Indian techniques and are ideal both for therapy and total relaxation, allowing you to rediscover physical and spiritual wellbeing.

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The whole experience of Acquaforte is now simply unforgeable. From your arrival at the Spa by walking along the pathway which leads through a prey garden as if to a hideaway, to the warm welcome in the new reception and courtyard area, from the treatments to floating in the pools, you will be immersed in another world until the moment you leave.

medically proven to be good for your health – the philosophy of ‘Spice for Life.’

Tisaneria has been restyled and now offers an extended Spa menu designed by Michelin starred chef, Alfons Schuhbeck. His dishes are based on herbs and spices that taste great and are

New in 2016, the launch of the Forte Lab in cooperation with the Performance Center (PC) run

by Gian Piero Ventrone. From 1994 to 2004 he worked as Manager of the physical area of the

Once your personal wellness program has been defined, you can enjoy the comfort of the spacious cabins, completely refurbished each has a relaxing bed and a splendid view of the lush greenery.

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CONSTANTLY IN THE SEARCH FOR NEW SERVICES AND EXPERIENCES TO DELIGHT GUESTS AT THE FORTE VILLAGE. IN 2016 THE ACQUAFORTE SPA HAS MUCH NEWS TO TELL.

JUVENTUS FC first team and the youth sector with Marcello Lippi and Carlo Anceloi winning 5 league titles, 1 European Super Cup, 1 Champions League, 1 Intercontinental Cup 1 Italy’s Cup 4 Italian Super cups. The Performance Center is dedicated to professional and amateur athletes who want to discover new training systems which, with the help of the professional team of the PC, will help them achieve tangible objectives and results in just 10 days during their holiday.

Professor Parra continues his collaboration with the Forte Village to provide specialist advice and treatments for sport and the aesthetic medicine.

Beer known by the nickname of "Doctor Laser" in 1998 he invented a unique laser treatment which is sought aer by patients and professional athletes all over the world, including tennis stars Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams.

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A new therapeutic treatment developed by Prof.

Parra guarantees extraordinary results overtime for different pathologies of muscles and tendons.

In particular it an effective and revolutionary therapy for the treatment and care of "back pain", a widespread disease with a major impact on the quality of life of many people.

Currently Medical Director of the Center FIT (Federation Italian Tennis) of Tirrenia and Medical Director of the Italian National Team for the Davis Cup, Federation Cup and the preparation of the Italian Olympic team, Prof. Parra is also a member of the medical commission of the Basketball Federation and has been for many years the staff doctor of Juventus FC.

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Finally, a new boutique adjacent to the entrance of Acquaforte Spa, offers guests the opportunity to find the latest dermo-cosmetic and skin care products which have been developed through the specialized knowledge of the staff and consultants of the Acquaforte Spa. Our Acquaforte Medical Team and Beauty Department has partnered with Sisley to develop unique and innovative protocols and rituals for the face and body to offer you something really special for 2016.

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MARADIVA VILLAS

The only one of its kind on the island, this luxury five-star resort will delight guests with the quiet opulence of its private villas. Drawing on its Indian heritage, the Maradiva experience, which includes an award-winning Holistic Spa, haute cuisine and a private pool in the grounds of every villa, is synonymous to understated elegance and impeccable service.

The Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa is the only fivestar all-villa resort situated on the West Coast of Mauritius, a local region famous for its amazing sunset and its dry and warm climate. With a prime location, the resort is endowed with a long stretch of pristine beach that affords views of the spectacular rock of Le Morne Mountain (inscribed on the world’s heritage list) and lazily borders a calm Indian Ocean, gliering in the bright sun all year round.

As a small family owned hotel, its uniqueness lies in its rich authentic Mauritian experience heritage. This all-villa resort, featuring an award-

winning spa, comprises of 65 discreetly opulent villas, each having a private pool, and stretches across 27 lush acres of land, home to a host of protected species and some 150 endemic plants.

Maradiva is all about quality, authenticity and nature. It’s hard to single out one thing that makes it special. It is the entire experience that comes together to create the magic of Maradiva; the architecture is typically Mauritian, the villas each have their own private plunge pool and are spacious and elegant with their design and colour palees… Over 200 staff members dedicated to guests’ wellbeing, a personalized butler service, the legendary Mauritian hospitality; so many reasons for which your first stay at MARADIVA will certainly not be your last!

Perfect harmony between the body and the soul, courtesy of Mauritius. www.maradiva.com

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TE MANAVA PACIFIC RESORT

Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa is designed for those who value independence and privacy while relaxing and enjoying luxury surrounds. Set on the white sands of Muri Beach and overlooking a beautiful crystal-clear lagoon, this 5-star villa complex is the perfect location for your island getaway.

With just 13 villas in this boutique complex, guests are able to enjoy peace and solitude as well the undivided aention of the gracious staff should they desire it. The establishment is ideal for discerning travellers who desire the freedom to be self-sufficient while experiencing the quality accommodation and amenities of a high-end property. At Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa you can maintain your independence while surrounded by stunning natural beauty and luxury.

SPA Enjoy being pampered at the on-site Te Manava Spa surrounded by a tranquil water garden. The spa offers a variety of beauty treatments including deep tissue massages, Te Tika facials, nail art, manicures and pedicures.

Whether you are a bride-to-be looking for the perfect glow on your big day, a newly-wed couple or a long haul traveller trying to recover from the flight, you will find the treatment that suits your needs during a consultation with one of our therapists. www.pacificresort.com/te-manava-rarotonga

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LANSERHOF TEGERNSEE VISIT THE MOST MODERN CENTRE FOR HEALTH IN EUROPE. ENJOY THE SPACE, TRANQUILLITY AND WHAT THE LANS MED CONCEPT - WHICH IS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO THE INDIVIDUAL - HAS TO OFFER YOU PERSONALLY.

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At Tegernsee, discover directly how everything comes full circle: health, enjoyment, nature and regeneration complement each other in a unique and unforgeable experience. Experience a health resort unique to Europe.

TAKE A BREATH OF FRESH AIR Body and mind in harmony. The LANS Med Concept – based on Modern Mayr Medicine and the latest medical know-how - is specifically designed to suit you individually. What we offer comprises a individually designed, sensitive detoxification, cleansing and de-acidification process, sports-science based performance increasing therapies and energetic treatments.

Replenish your body what is taken from it through everyday life.

REPLENISH YOUR ENERGY Gain new energy. Lanserhof have inspired an impressive architectural vision for life spread across 21,000 square metres. This vision was created by the award-winning architect Christoph Ingehoven and landscape architect Enzo Enea.

Light is omnipresent. It radiates through the impressive window façade and fills the high-grade naturally furnished interior with warmth. Relax in our newly constructed bathhouse, swim in our all year round heated saltwater pool , and bring the day to a relaxing end the day by joining other guests for a cup of tea in our fireplace lounge in the hotel area. www.lanserhof.com

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BABOR It all began in 1956 with a black rose – the symbol of infinite beauty. Since then, as a pioneer in professional skincare, BABOR has set the standard in skincare research, made in Germany. Today, we remain driven by that pioneering spirit in our passionate quest for individual beauty and perfection.

Our precision formulas are based on innovative active ingredients. Their effect is enhanced by the professional expertise of BABOR estheticians in our luxurious, tailor-made treatments, which are designed to deliver maximum individual results.

At BABOR, our highly innovative active formulations are carefully combined with our exclusive treatment methods to provide outstanding results and a uniquely hps://us.babor.com

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AWARD-WINNING LUXURY RESORT SONEVA KIRI OFFERS AN UNRIVALLED COMBINATION OF LUXURY, AN INTEGRAL ENVIRONMENTAL APPROACH, AUTHENTIC THAI EXPERIENCES AND MOUTHWATERING ORGANIC FOOD.

SONEVA Remote yet accessible, Soneva Kiri sits on Thailand’s fourth largest but least populated island, Koh Kood, in the Gulf of Siam. Surrounded by lush, vibrant tropical vegetation and white beaches, fringed with palm trees, the resort has been tastefully and cleverly designed to complement the landscape and blends seamlessly into the outstanding natural beauty.

Soneva Kiri epitomises the Soneva concept of 'Intelligent Luxury'. Only an hour’s flight in the resort’s private plane from Bangkok, it feels a million miles from the real world. The sense of tranquillity, seclusion and harmony with nature is second to none. Far away from the beaten track and well-trodden tourist aractions this is

Thailand as it used to be thirty or even fiy years ago, genteel and untainted. All the time a sense that Thailand, the real Thailand of remote fishing villages, colourful boats, epic waterfalls for swimming and gourmet picnics, beguiling smiles and indomitable spirituality is right there, just around the bay, willing you to uncover its ancient secrets. Cambodia is also on the doorstop with temples galore for exploring.

Soneva Kiri is offering a twice weekly flight by private plane to Siem Reap in Cambodia, home to the captivating world heritage wonders of Angkor Wat.

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A KIRI Soneva Kiri Resort comprises 35 vast pool villas on beach level, hillsides or cliff tops, all overlooking the Gulf of Thailand. Available to rent or purchase, all have impossibly chic furnishings.

Each villa at Soneva Kiri comes complete with its own electric buggy as well as bicycles and impeccable service courtesy of Mr./Ms. Friday private butlers.

Highlights include the manta ray shaped Children Den - young guests’ own private fantasy world overseen by experienced child-minders, stargazing at the hi-tech observatory or watch stars of the silver screen at Cinema Paradiso where classic movies are shown outdoors, only the moon and stars above for company, treat yourself at the home-made chocolate and ice cream parlour and the spectacular Treetop Dining Pod.

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Spa at Soneva Kiri offers a wide range of wellness, holistic, rejuvenating and relaxing treatments.

Guests can also relax on the idyllicbach, a stretch of palm-fringed white sand as fine as any in Thailand. The beach has its own bar and grill.

Water sports include snorkelling, diving, sailing, water skiing and wind-surfing. Guests can also go out and explore the mystic beauties of Koh Kood by private car or speedboat.

Food is always a Soneva highlight. At Soneva Kiri it reaches new heights, quite literally with the Treepod Dining, a can't-miss experience in which diners are hoisted high into the jungle canopy to enjoy a view that lives up to the finest dishes.

Authentic Thai cuisine is available too. Khun Benz,

a gied cook, runs a restaurant built on stilts over a mangrove forest, lit by torches and fireflies each evening. Accessible (mainly) by boat she serves arguably the best Thai food in Thailand, made from ingredients personally selected every day at market as well as organic home grown herbs and vegetables from Soneva Kiri’s own vegetable garden, The Eco Centro.

The View is the fine dining option, with a changing daily menu reflecting the tradition of slow-food and organic ingredients grown or caught locally.

The Dining Room, with relaxed day beds and jawdropping views, serves dishes freshly baked in its tandoor, wood-fired, or hot and cold smoke ovens.

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‘So Delicious’ has an extraordinary range of cold cuts, cheeses and other deli offerings – ideal for a restorative glass of wine. Even cooler is the Ice Cream Parlour with over sixty different flavours, while the Chocolate Room offers every chocolatey treat imaginable from brownies to bon-bons and, for sophisticated chocoholics, irresistible slivers of chocolate from 95% cocoa slabs.

Good food needs great drinks. The subterranean, climatically controlled wine cellar has over five hundred labels, with a sommelier to help your choice and offer tastings. There are also numerous bars in which to sample a sundowner complete with unrivalled views across the Gulf.

Soneva Kiri has a sister resort Soneva Fushi (1995), in the Maldives and forms part of the Soneva Group. The Group is steadfast in leading the hospitality industry in environmentally responsible tourism.

Soneva Kiri is commied to its SLOW LIFE philosophy: Sustainable-Local-Organic-Wellness Learning-Inspiring-Fun-Experiences.

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Located in the Baa Atoll, a pristine UNESCO Biosphere Reserve coral reef, Soneva Fushi pairs Robinson Crusoe fantasy with intelligent luxury.

Fiy-seven private villas with their own stretch of beach are hidden among dense foliage. Intuitive service is provided by Mr./Ms. Friday butlers.

Highlights of the resort include watching classic movies nightly at the open-air Cinema Paradiso, counting Saturn’s rings from the state-of-the-art Observatory, enjoying organic food at nine different dining outlets prepared by awardwinning chefs, unwinding at the Six Senses Spa, or indulging in the complimentary home-made cheese, chocolate and ice-cream parlours.

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Soneva Kiri is located on Thailand’s fourth largest but least populated island, Koh Kood - just one hour by private plane south-east of Bangkok. It oers an unrivalled combination of luxury, an integral environmental approach, authentic Thai experiences and mouth-watering organic food.

Highlights include the open-air Cinema Paradiso, complimentary home-made cheese, chocolate and ice-cream parlours, a state-of-the-art Observatory, and the spectacular Treetop Dining Pod where diners can enjoy unparalled views over the Gulf of Thailand.

The summer camp programme runs at both Soneva Fushi and Soneva Kiri from May 15 to August 31, 2016. Most activities are complimentary for children of guests staying at the resorts during this period. To view the detailed summer camp programmes at each resort, please visit www.soneva.com.

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Soneva Unveils New Summer Camp Programme 2016 Black-ops survival courses, private island picnic adventures, dolphin cruises and astronomy sessions on the agenda Soneva Resorts and Residences has unveiled its new 2016 Summer Camp programme for children, offering everything from black-ops survival courses, private island picnic adventures and dolphin cruises, through to astronomy sessions and chocolate making classes at its awardwinning resorts in Thailand and Maldives.

Young Soneva guests are invited to unleash their inner adventurer with activities including guided snorkelling with a marine biologist, pirate adventure cruises, night time island exploration, and ra building.

The more creatively inclined are invited to learn how to make traditional handicras, recipes and mocktails, take language classes, make coconut oil, or participate in inventor competitions and glass-blowing.

Budding athletes can participate in mini marathons and Olympics, yoga, aqua fit, tennis, beach games, football challenges, water sports contests, bike riding, kayaking, paddle boarding and much more.

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“The majority of our guests are repeaters and we have watched them return to our resorts year aer year, first as honeymooners and then with their families. In many cases we have literally watched their children grow up and now we see these children returning with their own families.

With this in mind, we have gone to great lengths to ensure that Soneva is a wonderful place for families,” said Sonu Shivdasani, Founder and CEO of Soneva Resorts. “The summer camps and our children’s Dens are some of the ways in which we create unique and inspiring experiences for guests of all ages, both young and old,” he added.

A new Children’s Den opened at Soneva Fushi in late 2015, which features two swimming pools, a pirate ship, a DJ corner, a Mocktail Bar, a kitchen, a Lego room, a music room and a teenage lounge.

The unique playground was conceptualised and designed as an imaginative playground for the family and is said to be the most elaborate children’s facility of any luxury hotel in the world.

Similarly, Soneva Kiri’s children’s Den is a surreal jungle playground hoisted high up into the forest canopy. www.soneva.com/soneva-kiri

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THE AL FAISALIAH

SPA BY ESPA

Glimmering and glistening like the jewel in the crown of the Al Faisaliah Hotel, the Spa by ESPA brings to life the vision of a unique, exclusive, luxurious ladies-only retreat within the heart of the city. A tranquil oasis in which to relax, socialize and enjoy world-class treatments and services in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Sumptuous textures draw on local culture and heritage as gliering Swarovski crystals and cascading waterfalls combine to create a truly magical journey and sense of wonderment as we voyage through the four floors of the Spa. From dynamic social areas to quiet relaxation lounges, from hammam and heat experiences to private spa suites and treatment rooms, we are cosseted by the atmosphere and reassuring signature scent of the Spa. A welcoming haven of exclusive facilities, extensive treatments and the latest fitness offerings, provided by consummate professionals ensures that Al Faisaliah Spa by ESPA offers the ultimate spa experience to challenge international standards.

Global spa leaders ESPA have created a treatment menu that honors local traditions, drawing on indigenous elements and ancient modalities, thoughtfully uniting these with the latest scientific advances and international values to deliver effective, results driven treatments and solutions. Performed by highly skilled and trained therapists our focus is on tailoring your treatments to your needs on the day, whether total escapism, perfect pampering, relaxation, stress-relief, optimizing health or age-defying results are the goal. www.alfaisaliahspa.com

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Anantara Meaning “without end” in Sanskrit, Anantara Spas evoke freedom, movement, and harmony. The brand, which has its roots in Thailand, uses the 100percent-natural Anantara Spa Product Line to enhance treatments. Ingredients are all carefully chosen, blended, and sourced throughout Asia and feature floral notes, fruit blends, botanical extracts, essential oils, spices, and nuts. hps://spa.anantara.com

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ANANTAR

Imagine a unique destination set on a man-made marvel on the Dubai coastline that entices one and all with a distinct blend of serenity and splendour. Offering an urban escape, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is a wondrous place where a decadent experience awaits at a Palm Jumeirah hotel unlike any other.

Perched on the eastern crescent of the iconic Palm Jumeirah, an archipelago of islands

connected to the mainland, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort is a remarkable resort inspired by traditional Thai architecture in an Arabian seing.

A 45 minute drive from Dubai International Airport and within easy reach of a plethora of exciting aractions including Aquaventure Water Park, Mall of the Emirates, Ski Dubai and Dubai Marina, this resort is where one can savour moments of bliss surrounded in unimaginable magnificence.

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RA DUBAI THE PALM RESORT & SPA

Designed with true Asian flair, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort offers enchanting beach side accommodation, complemented by cuisine from Asia as well as the Mediterranean served at four speciality venues. Unwind in one of three turquoise swimming lagoons, enjoy a session at the tennis courts or gyms, or indulge in a choice of treatments at Anantara Spa.

The resort also has a ballroom, six meeting rooms, a kids club and teens club, all adding to the splendour of this idyllic beach side resort destination on the Palm in Dubai.

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Rooted in the beautiful country of Thailand, the essence of Anantara philosophy, ‘without end’, stems from ancient Sanskrit origins. At Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, this enduring belief is expressed in perfect harmony with the Middle East’s rich cultural traditions, Anantara’s Asian heritage and the resort’s prestigious location on the eastern crescent of Dubai’s iconic Palm Jumeirah. Hide away in a Asian-inspired sanctuary that seems a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Our majestic spa haven extends a warm invitation to experience the mystery and intrigue of Thai and Arabian beauty and wellness traditions, as well as ancient therapeutic treatments from across Asia and beyond, and innovative contemporary techniques.

Embark on a journey to inner peace and experience the newly opened traditional Turkish Hammam at Anantara Spa. Enhanced by the luxurious seing, the experience will leave you refreshed and renewed, as it has done for people since ancient times. The Hammam, or Turkish bath, is a tradition that has evolved over thousands of years. At Anantara Spa, indulge in our private Hammam on your own or share the experience with friends, family or your partner.

Surrounded by heated marble, enjoy a scrub before relaxing and cleansing your body in a foam bath. The spa's extensive menu of contemporary treatments will soothe and pamper you from start to finish. Our expert therapists use the latest innovations in wellness and the best products to offer a treatment tailored specifically for you.

Tucked quietly away at Anantara, our luxury spa offers endless opportunities for relaxation. dubai-palm.anantara.com/spas.aspx

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One Bedroom Over Water Villa Leave the world behind and step into a picturesque villa gracefully poised over the tranquil waters of the Arabian Gulf. Surround yourself in the sky’s azure hues and gentle breeze in the privacy of an Over Water Villa, the first of its kind in the Middle East.

Spanning a generous 106 square metres, these villas are the epitome of luxury. Wake to a leisurely breakfast served in your villa, with inroom dining to start your day in relaxed style, before you unwind by the infinity pool or on the so sands. Watch as the sun sets over the horizon while you enjoy a private dining experience on the villa deck or unwind in the oversized bathtub while gazing out over the endless panorama. A select number of Over Water Villas also feature a unique glass viewing panel set in the floor, offering new perspectives into the world beneath the ocean.

Taking the guest experience to the next level are the personal villa hosts, who are ready to accommodate any special request and fulfil every desire.

One Bedroom Beach Pool Villa Tranquil retreats perched along the shoreline of the Arabian Gulf, the One Bedroom Beach Pool Villas offer the dual advantages of both a private pool and uninterrupted access to the ocean. Enjoy a lavish breakfast served in the comfort of your villa, with in-room dining, before taking a refreshing dip in the private infinity pool or strolling over to the sandy shore to spend your day soaking up the sunshine. As the sun sets and the city lights illuminate the seascape, unwind on the terrace with a sundowner. Inside, these stylish 85 square metre villas feature exotic, Asian inspired interior décor, rich earthy colours and elegant accents. In addition to the premium service and amenities, a personal villa host will be on hand round the clock, to make every desire a reality.

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Anantara Two Bedroom Beach Pool Villa Imagine an enchanting sanctuary of serenity, beautifully set just steps from the shoreline. The stunning Two Bedroom Beach Pool Villas are perfectly positioned within the resort grounds, with a private pool, as well as direct access to a pristine stretch of beach.

As the sun sets, take a refreshing dip in the private infinity pool accessible from both bedrooms or unwind on the picturesque shore line. Surrender to uncompromised luxury and service, as the exclusive villa host who is on hand round the clock assists with any special requests or desires.

A perfect getaway spot for friends or families, these sprawling 206 square metre villas feature one king size bedroom and one twin room, both with an en-suite bathroom. Elegant and refined, these striking villas feature Asian inspired accents including an outdoor sala from which to view the ocean's turquoise waters, spacious lounge and dining room, and a kitchenee. Wake to in-room dining in your glorious surroundings, with a sumptuous breakfast brought to your villa, to set the mood for a leisurely morning, before relaxing by the pool, lounging on beach or enjoying a soothing Anantara Spa experience.

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Dining Each day commences with a sumptuous breakfast at the all day dining restaurant, where classic Middle Eastern dishes are matched by the finest international cuisine. Feast on flame grilled specialties or uniquely vibrant Asian tastes at our Palm Jumeirah restaurants. Enjoy delicious poolside refreshments and Mediterranean flavours in a stunning beachfront seing.

Experience the perfect meeting place at our bar and lounge next to the lobby.

Embark on a journey rich with discovery at Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort with an array of leisure activities that have made us amongst the most sought aer 5 star resorts in Dubai allowing you to unwind, soak up the sun and stay refreshed and energised.

Whether you wish to cool off with exhilarating water sport activities, enjoy a revitalising workout or a leisurely walk on the beach, our resort offers many exciting things to do in Dubai for guests of all ages.

Leisure Embark on a journey rich with discovery at Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort with an array of leisure activities that have made us amongst the most sought aer 5 star resorts in Dubai allowing you to unwind, soak up the sun and stay refreshed and energised. Whether you wish to cool off with exhilarating water sport activities, enjoy a revitalising workout or a leisurely walk on the beach, our resort offers many exciting things to do in Dubai for guests of all

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Anantara Spa Rooted in the beautiful country of Thailand, the essence of Anantara philosophy, ‘without end’, stems from ancient Sanskrit origins. At Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort, this enduring belief is expressed in perfect harmony with the Middle East’s rich cultural traditions, Anantara’s Asian heritage and the resort’s prestigious location on the eastern crescent of Dubai’s iconic Palm Jumeirah. Hide away in a Asian-inspired sanctuary that seems a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Our majestic spa haven extends a warm invitation to experience the mystery and intrigue of Thai and Arabian beauty and wellness traditions, as well as ancient therapeutic treatments from across Asia and beyond, and innovative contemporary techniques.

Embark on a journey to inner peace and experience the newly opened traditional Turkish Hammam at Anantara Spa. Enhanced by the luxurious seing, the experience will leave you refreshed and renewed, as it has done for people since ancient times. The Hammam, or Turkish bath, is a tradition that has evolved over thousands of years. At Anantara Spa, indulge in our private Hammam on your own or share the experience with friends, family or your partner.

Surrounded by heated marble, enjoy a scrub before relaxing and cleansing your body in a foam bath. The spa's extensive menu of contemporary treatments will soothe and pamper you from start to finish. Our expert therapists use the latest innovations in wellness and the best products to offer a treatment tailored specifically for you.

Tucked quietly away at Anantara, our luxury spa offers endless opportunities for relaxation.

Melt into massages inspired by the heartfelt generosity of Bedouin desert culture.

Replenishing scrubs and wraps reflect the life giving qualities of Arabia’s date palm gardens. The Arabian Gulf’s seawater pearls offer illuminating beauty with radiant facials, while dynamic body treatments are cultivated from advanced western techniques to contour and redefine the silhouee.

Rejuvenate with the spa’s holistic cocoon room and Ayurveda room. Escape the limits of space and time with the Arabian Nights signature journey collection within this Dubai resort and spa, in which exotic Thai and Arabian therapies are evoked in exquisitely relaxing sequences performed in luxurious couple suites. hp://dubai-palm.anantara.com

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ANANTARA HAS MASTERED THE ART OF EXCLUSIVE SPA JOURNEYS, INSPIRED BY EXOTIC DESTINATION. Rooted in the timeless healing traditions of the world’s richest cultures, Anantara Spas are designed to restore balance and harmony between body and mind in an oasis of beauty, grace and tranquillity. Intoxicating aromas of the world’s most exotic elixirs and oils are used in treatments designed to deliver radiance, healing and a quiet sense of inner and outer well-being.

Feel the culmination of Anantara Spa’s international expertise in the Anantara Signature Massage. The signature massage treatment has been craed by Anantara Spa’s expert training team and is offered worldwide, combining eastern and western techniques in purpose designed movements with a signature oil blend to stimulate the circulation and promote deep relaxation.

Experience the indigenous techniques and natural ingredients of ancient cultures. With spas located in extraordinary places, indigenous treatments abound. Body scrubs and wraps lavish skin with nature’s remedial goodness, such as stimulating coffee, healing coconut and purifying green tea.

The distinctive techniques of Thai, Balinese, Vietnamese, Khmer and Arabian massage styles extend to using a heated compress, filled with sand in Africa and herbs in Thailand. As Anantara’s portfolio expands, new destinations will offer more of the world’s great wellness traditions, including Ayurvedic therapies in Sri Lanka when Anantara Tangalle Peace Haven Resort opens in late 2015. spa.anantara.com

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Elemis Used in more than 1,200 spas and salons around the world, including the day spa agships in London, Miami, and Hong Kong, Elemis has been one of the leading luxury UK spa and skin-care brands since 1989. Known for its anti-aging products, Elemis products contain medicalgrade ingredients, and each formulation is based on a standard that it must have a positive natural impact on the skin, either to nourish, protect, or help other ingredients further penetrate. www.elemis.com

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MARADIVA VILLAS RESORT & SPA The only one of its kind on the island, our luxury fivestar resort will delight guests with the quiet opulence of its private villas. Drawing on its Indian heritage, the Maradiva experience, which includes an awardwinning Holistic Spa, haute cuisine and a private pool in the grounds of every villa, is synonymous to understated elegance and impeccable service.

Exclusive, private, intimate, discreetly indulgent and adaptable to its guests’ individual aspirations, Maradiva provides spacious luxury villas in an oasis of nature and tranquility, topped with a five-star quality service which will leave guests with nothing more to do than enjoy.

The Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa is the only five-star all-villa resort situated on the West Coast of Mauritius, a local region famous for its amazing sunset and its dry and warm climate. With a prime location, the resort is endowed with a long stretch of pristine beach that affords views of the spectacular rock of Le Morne Mountain (inscribed on the world’s heritage list) and lazily borders a calm Indian Ocean, gliering in the bright sun all year round.

As a small family owned hotel, its uniqueness lies in its rich authentic Mauritian experience heritage. This allvilla resort, featuring an award-winning spa, comprises of 65 discreetly opulent villas, each having a private pool, and stretches across 27 lush acres of land, home to a host of protected species and some 150 endemic plants.

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Villas with their own private pool Our guests are cocooned in the intimate harmony of their own air-conditioned private suite villas. The resort comprises sixty-five of them, all cosily nestled in nature along the coastline – some with an ocean view, others with a lush garden view, but all with their own private pool.

Luxury Suite Pool Villa Our Spacious, airy and refined 40 Luxury Suite Pool Villas provide an intimate harmony and peaceful atmosphere to make of your stay a unique experience.

Each 163m² villa comprises of a private 15m² plunge pool and a terrace that is perfect for Alfresco dining.

Exclusive Suite Pool Villa Our 6 Exclusive Suite Villas feature a luxurious bedroom and an en-suite bathroom. Along with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, our 220m² Villas also include a spacious living room inside and a private garden and terrace outside, perfect for Alfresco dining, lounging and swimming in the private 25m² infinity-edge pool. The ambiance is one of intimate harmony and tranquillity.

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Presidential Suite Pool Villa The Maradiva's two 345m² Presidential Suite Pool Villas constitute some of the most luxurious accommodation on the island. Exclusively set at the heart of the resort's crescent beach, the two Presidential Suite Pool Villas are chic and peaceful cocoons that will present you with unrivalled views of the ocean from a lush exotic garden shelter.

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Maradiva Spa and Fitness In the heart of Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa is an oasis of peace and tranquility. Maradiva’s Spa is the ideal place to harmonise your body and soul and escape from the stress and strains of everyday life; to relax, unwind and rejuvenate. The Spa’s design is strongly influenced by Indian philosophy. Maradiva’s Spa offers western as well as eastern signature Indian treatments including Ayurvedic therapies and customized body & face treatments, that range from deep muscular massages to relaxation aromatherapy and detoxifying cleansing wraps.

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Culinary experience The Coast2Coast restaurant serves Mediterranean, Mauritian and International cuisines in a relaxed ambiance.

• The Breakers Lounge Bar exudes a contemporary yet intimate atmosphere and serves light meals as well as a wide selection of international wines and spirits.

• Cilantro is a temple of modern Indian gastronomy.

• "Around the Clock" in- villa dining service is available to all guests who wish to privately enjoy restaurant cuisine and service. We can organise set menus as well as barbecues in-villa. Whether it be for a romantic candle lit dinner or a family celebration, we will make sure that every single one of your special requests is taken care of.

ACTIVITIES AROUND THE RESORT Catamaran and sunset cruises Discover the West coast aboard a luxury catamaran and explore the coves and lagoons of the coastline.

Swimming with Dolphins An exclusive West Coast experience! Do not miss this unforgeable rendezvous with wild dolphins in the blue waters of Tamarin, not far away from the resort.

Deep sea fishing ! Go big game fishing on the West coast of Mauritius, renowned for its marlins, and feel the thrill of the catch. Safe, comfortable and luxury deep sea fishing boats with the best fishing equipments are at your disposal.

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Scuba diving The Mauritian underwater world is an incomparable exploration scene that will delight beginners and professional divers alike.

Casela Nature Park Take in Mauritius’ natural beauty by visiting this natural park, home to many animals and endemic plants.

Golf Courses Mauritius is becoming one of the world's premier golfing destinations. The closest course at Tamarina is just a 15-minute drive away.

Horse Racing Horse racing is one of the most established sports activities in Mauritius. The Crown Lodge, a private steward suite at the Champ de Mars will allow guests to experience the euphoria of horse racing from a strategic vantage point that provides an unobstructed view of the finish line and the paddock. The VIP Lounge offers a unique excursion which combines history, tradition, glamour and excitement. www.maradiva.com

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In the heart of Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa is an oasis of tranquility. Maradiva Spa is the ideal place to harmonise your body and soul; to unwind and rejuvenate. The Spa’s design is strongly influenced by Indian philosophy.

The Ayurvedic treatments offered include the services of an Indian Ayurvedic doctor and his proposal of appropriate therapies, including deep muscular massages and aromatherapy sessions designed to purify and regenerate.

MARADIVA SPA FACILITIES: 08.00 a.m. to 08.00 p.m.

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2 Couples Treatment Rooms 2 Single Treatment Rooms 2 Ayurveda Treatment Rooms Men's and Women's changing & locker facilities • Pre & Post Treatment Relaxation & Refreshment Lounge Area • Heat & Water facility includes: Steam, Sauna, Chill pool & Outdoor Shower

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Relaxation pool with Jacuzzi Full body and face treatments menu Signature treatments Ayurveda treatments Spa Half / Full Day Packages Manicure / Pedicure Hair & Make Up Parlour Yoga Pavilion

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TECHNOGYM Fitness Centre Our fitness centre is well equipped with a full range of state-of-the-art Cardio & Weight training equipment.

Aqua Gym Rhythmic gymnastics exercises in water. Mainly helps tone up, burn excess fat, keep body balance, relieve fatigue and stress, increase flexibility and strengthen muscles.

Yoga & Meditation Yoga & Meditation are the eternal sciences that testify to the universal need to evolve and transcend limitations. Group classes as well as individual sessions are available.

Additional activities : • Floodlit Tennis Court • Boxing • Table Tennis • Badminton • Bocci Ball • Beach Volleyball & Soccer • Leisure Swimming Pool • Beach Jogging Track Perimeter is approx 1 km • Outdoor Bicycle Track- Perimeter is approx 3 km www.maradiva.com

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Surrounded by pristine nature and located at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, Kempinski The Spa offers the ultimate spa experience inspired by the European cycle of the seasons.

Discover the beauty of unspoilt nature, magnificent landscapes and endless relaxation at the footsteps of the majestic Pirin Mountain – a UNESCO World Heritage environment.

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Surrounded by pristine nature and located at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, Kempinski The Spa offers the ultimate spa experience inspired by the European cycle of the seasons. Extending over 1,200 sq m, the spa centre features 12 treatment rooms, three swimming pools, outdoor and indoor Jacuzzis, two saunas and steam baths, extensive fitness centre and unique Snow Room.

Here you can also experience the exclusive for Bulgaria AlphaSphere and the most modern energy-screening technology Asyra. A variety of authentic Thai massages, seasonal treatments and beauty procedures with all natural cosmetic products await to be discovered.

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We look forward to welcoming you to an oasis of luxury, comfort and tranquillity in Bansko - the most modern winter resort in the Balkans. Our ďŹ ve-star hotel is open year-round and comprises Alpine-style rooms and suites, superb conference facilities, lavish dining services and an awardwinning spa centre.

As soon as you set foot in our hotel, you will be surrounded by a caring ambience created with the genuine desire to make you feel most welcome. hî…&#x;ps://www.kempinski.com/en/bansko/hotelgrand-arena/luxury-spa/

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ESPA ESPA spas and products are among our favorites here at SpaFinder® Wellness. This luxury brand, which is present in more than 350 spas in 55 countries, distils its active ingredients from only the purist extracts—ensuring natural and immediate results. Products are born from in-spa experiences and needs and translated into a collection that allows the opportunity to bring the spa home with you. www.espaskincare.com

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LUXURY SPAS Heritage-listed five-star-superior Palais Hansen Kempinski is located at Schoenring, right at the famous Ring Boulevard. Originally built as a hotel for the World Exhibition in 1873, this building captivates with contemporary design, modern architecture and luxury. Palais Hansen Kempinski provides 152 rooms and suites, two restaurants,one bar, a cigar lounge, six conference rooms, one private event location, a ballroom, a flower and a lifestyle shop as well as the Ooman-style Kempinski The Spa.

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Kempinski The Spa will take each guest on a journey around the world. It is inspired by the four European seasons and decorated in the impressive colours of the Ooman Empire.

Located on the mezzanine, the 800 sqm Kempinski The Spa is equipped with outstanding facilities that provide everything to its guests in order to guarantee a day full of relaxation. The wellness sanctum is furnished with a modern and generous gym, saunas, a hydro pool (13 x 20 ) and six excellent treatment rooms, where everyone will forget the stresses of day-to-day life.

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RETREaT yOURSElf Where the sea breeze is the fairest. Sweden's most luxurious spa is a perfect sanctuary for absolute well-being. A gem in the cool marble and warm fire. For us the luxury to put flavor to life, to stop and take the time to take care of yourself and just be in the moment for a while. For us, luxury, The Retreat Club. Aer a few minutes, arises the feeling of peace and harmony.

IVORy SPa PaCKaGE In this spa packages welcomed you with an introduction about your stay at The Retreat Club.

Where do you get in an hour and a half share of sparitualer from all over the world. Here you doing treatments on each other (retreat yourself), ranging from foot bath, sauna ritual, Hamam, scrub to an oil treatment.

In Ivory spa package includes access to a room with a comfortable bed with a huge fireplace in front of you and just let the thoughts fly away, our open relaxation by the pool at any time during your stay and our outdoor sauna.

RUBy SPa PaCKaGE This spa package is a complete experience of The Retreat Club, including an optional, exclusive 45 minutes of treatment . A spa experience beyond the traditional norm and in a truly unique environment. Relax with the comfortable beds at the three-meter wide fireplace. Enjoy the warm twenty-meter outdoor pool or sauna with sea views.

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SaPPHIRE SPa PaCKaGE Want to experience a taste of what Sweden's most luxurious spas can offer so reserve our package Sapphire. There you can enjoy in our warm pool overlooking the ocean, looking out over the ocean in our outdoor sauna, cozy up by the fireplace and be able to rest in one of our relaxing beds next to the pool.

Relax by the fire in a dark and quiet room stands a three-meter wide open fireplace and nine beds with room for two in each. Tea, fruit and water available here for further recovery.

Warm Pool A twenty meters due to hot pool and overwhelming views. Open the windows, let the salty oxygen if you like and feel total relaxation in one of our 9 beds.

Outdoor Sauna Try our new outdoor sauna with the ocean as its nearest neighbour. Immerse yourself in the waves! www.strandbaden.se/spa/safir/

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L’OCCITANE L’OCCITANE invites guests to a Provencal retreat, to experience the brand through a sensorial holistic journey.

Inspired by the Mediterranean art-de-vivre, L’OCCITANE Spa combines authentic ingredients from Provence, with certified origin and proven effectiveness, with the best of traditional massage therapies from all around the world.

Fused in exclusive sequences, all hand-performed, they offer guests a true well-being escape to the sunny soils of the South of France.

The sense of touch is the heart of our philosophy. Without any machine and technology, therapists perform treatments with their hands and expertise in protocols, the touches will bring you a sensorial experience.

Inspired by the techniques and traditions from all over the world, our Spa experts created the massage sequences that have become the signature of Spa L’OCCITANE. These exclusives sequences strengthen the efficacy of patented active ingredients and formulas. hps://spa.loccitane.com

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INDUlGE yOURSElf Established on over 2000 sqm, the Rixos Libertas Dubrovnik Royal SPA offers purification, relaxation and a soothing self-discovery. Enjoy an unforgeable experience at the Rixos Royal SPA opening the door into a world of relaxation, rejuvenation and perfect balance of the body, mind, body and soul.

Experience pure relaxation with customized massages, special refreshing therapies, in our fitness centre, swimming pools, beauty centers, Turkish bath or Finnish sauna at the Rixos Royal SPA. Reconnect with your body through our customized programs form our expert team. hp://libertasdubrovnik.rixos.com/spawellness/detail/SPa-WEllNESS/76/53/0

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There is always something fascinating about water: How about sipping some Champagne in the outdoor pool of our Wellness hotel in St. Moritz while the lile snow flakes are coming down?

Detox with the sole steam? Or chill at the whirlpool while going down the slopes in your mind once more? Up to you. Water relaxes. Lile snow flake, lile white coat.

Wellness has always been a top priority for Badru’s Palace Hotel, which has been eager to offer only the very best to spa lovers from the outset. Throughout the 20th century, hotel guests have been fans of an active lifestyle, in winter and summer alike.

From skiing and ice-skating to swimming and hiking, Badru’s Palace Hotel is renowned for its varied programme. The infinity swimming pool is just one of the many examples of the hotel’s revolutionary innovation. Built in the late sixties, the pool was considered so unique in its design that it set a benchmark for Alpine resorts.

When it comes to spa treatments, Badru’s Palace Hotel has always wanted to be ahead of the competition, and its ›Palace Wellness‹ spa has been renovated in line with the latest trends.

Aer substantial and painstaking refurbishment, Palace Wellness has been remodelled by the team, headed by Martha Wiedemann, into a true oasis.

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HITE COAT Pools The famous granite diving rock is calling! Every loyal guest of Badru´s Palace Hotel has done it at least once: diving into the oval shaped Palacepool. Inside and out: Panoramic views everywhere.

A visit to the heated outdoor pool of the Wellness Hotel in St. Moritz is highly recommended. Take your partner when it´s snowing - very romantic.

Palace Spa Why have a Thai-spa if the magic of the Engadine is just on the doorstep? The Palace-spa relates with its surroundings. In the changing rooms you smell pine wood. In the Centre of the ›Palace Spa/Wet Zone‹ is an Engadine fountain, acting as an eyecatcher. A Classic local sgraffito painting and a colourful stained glass window represent extraordinary handcras of local artists.

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an ever-evolving concept of wellness in Badru’s Palace Hotel The concept of ›Palace Wellness‹ is to enhance the wellbeing of all our guests, no maer what the purpose of their visit – whether it’s just to relax by the pool, work out, play a game of tennis, have lunch or enjoy one of our carefully designed treatments; our aim is to deliver a sense of wellbeing to them without exception«, says Wiedemann, who has more than 30 years’ experience in the field.

Market research and an aentive ear for guests’ opinions and requests have helped to create a new concept of wellness, one where key elements of Ayurveda are united to restore balance and harmony in order to create the best of experiences for visitors to the spa. A team of 30 wellness professionals take a very holistic approach to treating and advising the guests of Badru’s Palace Hotel, so that their needs are always met in the most natural and comprehensive of ways.

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And since Palace Wellness is an ever-evolving concept, guests can expect the spa range to change and expand from season to season, whether they are looking for weight loss, detox, rejuvenation or self-healing. Designed to adapt to each individual’s current state of being, these programmes produce exceptional results, helping guests to implement long-term lifestyle changes to maintain the desired effects and reach a superior level of overall wellbeing.

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Clarins The definitive name in plant-based beauty, Clarins has been a spa power player for more than 50 years, and has developed a distinctive spa experience based on a fusion of science, touch, and nature. The more highly concentrated in-spa products offer fast results aer each treatment—from facials to body wraps—while the more daily-use-friendly, at-home collection (which is sold at numerous major retailers worldwide) gets high marks for its long-lasting outcome. www.clarins.co.uk

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Sóley Natura SpaSoley Natura Spa Inspired by Iceland’s unique surroundings and natural resources, the Sóley Natura Spa was opened in spring 2011 in Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura. The Spa offers some of Reykjavik’s most exclusive beauty and massage treatments, along with completely re-designed facilities that have been created to soothe both body and mind.

We at Sóley Natura Spa believe that the mind, body and spirit are intimately connected so step into our temple of senses, where time is le behind and a new journey begins. With the luxury of the Icelandic brand Sóley Organics, featuring unique treatments, designed to be “tailor made” and focused towards maximum comfort, absolute luxury and outstanding results. The Sóley Organics treatment collection combines an ingenious blend of wild Icelandic herbs, aromatic essentials oils and a holistic approach to treating the individual needs of your body and skin.

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Spa with a relaxing warm pool, steam bath, sauna and hot tub We welcome our hotel guests to enjoy the facilities for a minimum fee. Children under 12 years are welcome in the spa, accompanied by an adult, during special hours (see below). Come and relax by the cozy fireplace in the warm pool area or, on sunny days, have seat on the nearby patio.

Organic spa products At Sóley Natura Spa we use an exclusive range of Sóley Organics products. These products are a blend of handpicked wild Icelandic herbs - like the birch, yarrow and bearberry - and aromatic essential oils.

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Beauty treatments and massage The treatments available at Sรณley Natura Spa have been created with maximum comfort, a holistic approach to wellness, and absolute luxury in mind. Choose from a broad range of massage treatments, Bowen technique and other beauty treatments such as luxury facials, manicures, pedicures and cleansing masks. www.icelandairhotels.com/en/hotels/natura/sol ey-natura-spa

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The SPa SPa & WEllNESS This luxuriously appointed, 1,800 sq m (19,000 sq ) area within the hotel allows guests to refresh and revitalise body and mind. A streamlined design, doed with plant and mineral notes, exudes an immediate sensation of well-being, refinement and luxury; all key concepts at The Spa at The Peninsula Paris, and of every Peninsula Spa worldwide.

Boasting a 20 m x 5 m (65  x 16 ) indoor pool, two Jacuzzis, eight private treatment booths including two suites for couples, a relaxation room as well as two fitness rooms equipped with stateof-the-art machines, The Peninsula Spa offers a relaxation experience unlike any other, in the heart of the City of Light. The interior design and furnishings incorporate traditional, eastern elements and contemporary elegance and offer a refined blend of harmonious tones and materials to soothe the soul, such as wood, granite and marble.

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PeninSula PaRiS ayURVEDa aROMaTHERaPy Sava by Simply Peninsula The Peninsula has collaborated with Ayurveda Aromatherapy pioneer Subtle Energies from Australia to create a unique range of facial and body treatments, Sava by Simply Peninsula.

CITy Of lIGHT SPa BlISS Half-Day Spa Journey Feel glistening and renewed following a smoothing salt & oil body scrub, deep muscle massage with warm essential oils, skin tailored intensive facial and reflex zone foot massage – pure bliss!

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NaTURally EffECTIVE ESPa Combining the best of ancient and modern therapies and using only natural ingredients, ESPA encourages both men and women to consider and rediscover natural balance. Based on a philosophy that is commied to creating exceptionally effective products that naturally deliver longterm benefits, ESPA offers over 85 products over six ranges combining the best of essential oils, plant botanicals and marine ingredients.

35 yEaRS Of EXPERTISE IN faCIal TREaTMENTS Biologique Recherche offers clients its expertise in facials. Based on over 35 years of experience, Biologique Recherche treatments are tailored to each individual by conducting dermo-cosmetic analysis prior to every session. Formulas with high concentrations of active ingredients and original protocols are adapted for a unique Instant de Peau © facial.

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EaSTERN EXPERTISE & WESTERN CUlTURE The Peninsula Spa’s treatments draw on eastern expertise enriched with western culture to create unique experiences that meet the needs and wants of every guest. Each treatment is considered a quest for effectiveness and ultimate well-being.

VITalITy yIN yaNG RITUal ESPA’s experts have created this treatment exclusively for The Peninsula Paris: a soothing moment that brings body and mind into harmony by combining some of nature’s most effective plant, marine and essential oil extracts with renowned ESPA expertise. This treatment perfectly fuses influences from East and West to achieve deep relaxation and a real ability to let go.

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Set in a former music conservatory with a Neo-Gothic facade, this luxe modern hotel is a 3-minute walk from the Van Gogh Museum.

The upscale rooms offer city views, free Wi-fi and Nespresso machines; some add rainfall showers or lo bedrooms with glass railings.

Upgraded rooms blend stone and stained-glass details with sleek decor and free-standing tubs.

Suites range from cozy to posh, with distinctive touches like exposed wood beams and floor-toceiling windows. Room service is available 24/7.

Perks include a striking glass atrium, 2 upscale restaurants and a hip bar. There's also a luxe spa with an indoor pool, hammam and fitness centre. www.conservatoriumhotel.com/spa-and-gym

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The RiTz-C heRzliya The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Herzliya ushers the first Shiseido venture into Israel, allowing guests to experience the beauty brand rooted in Japanese wellness philosophy in a stunning Mediterranean seing. Featuring five luxurious treatment rooms, a couple’s treatment room, dry and wet saunas and a Turkish Hammam bath, the spa resort near Tel Aviv is also complemented by a sea view stateof-the-art fitness center and a relaxation lounge where guests can will time to stand still between personalized spa treatments.

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TOTal ZEN DElIGHT This holistic massage treatment that creates a sanctuary of wellness and nurtures a sense of inner calm.

JOURNEy Of THE SENSES This unique to Shiseido spa journey enhances the synergy of a relaxed body and mind.

COUPlES RETREaT - JaPaNESE EXPERIENCE A signature treatment for couples, the couple’s retreat is a totally personalized experience for ultimate relaxation.

MEN’S EXPRESS faCIal aND BaCK MaSSaGE This signature treatment, allows you to temporarily escape from the rigors of city life and excessive travel. www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/middleeast/herzliya/spa

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Bliss With 22 locations worldwide and products sold in major retailers like Nordstrom and Sephora, Bliss Spa has taken the world by storm since its start in 1996! The incredibly effective products come complete with quirky names and an iconic blue packaging that could easily give Tiffany’s a run for its money. The product line runs the gamut with creams, scrubs, masks, cleansers, its famous Bliss waxing kits, and even tools for toning and grooming hair. www.blissworld.co.uk

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THE SPA A ASHFORD aNCIENT WISDOM MEETS MODERN EXPERTISE With its fairytale seing, the brand new Spa and Fitness Centre is an extraordinary addition to Ashford Castle. In the shape of a striking bronze conservatory, the Spa provides a sanctuary of calm and serenity inspired by the peaceful location and history of this iconic building with uninterrupted views stretching across Lough Corrib.

A plethora of remarkable features include three exquisite seashell chandeliers and a mesmerising Tree of Life mural stretching the length of the relaxation pool. State-of-the-art facilities include five exceptional treatment rooms, an invigorating Hammam, relaxing steam room and a beautiful terrace area with serene views over the tranquil waters of one of Ireland’s largest lakes. The Spa and Fitness Centre offers the latest wellness innovation with PureFlow™ technology, the first of its kind in Ireland.

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The Spa at Ashford Castle is dedicated to restoring beauty and balance through individual treatments and spa journeys, personalised for each of our guests by exceptionally skilled therapists.

Our commitment to wellbeing focuses on essential holistic principles, combining ancient wisdom with modern expertise.

Our spa menu o ers an extensive variety of health and beauty enhancing treatments to ensure that our guests are nurtured, puri ed, pampered and relaxed.

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BRaND PHIlOSOPHy B | AFRICA A unique range of exclusive body products and professional spa treatments, prepared by blending native African plant extracts, the natural goodness of the sea and eco-friendly production technologies.

The B | Africa product line has been created in honour of Bea Tollman, founder and president of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection, who says “the unique natural locations of the Red Carnation properties are encapsulated in our B | Africa products and treatments, which harness the essential life giving properties of mother natures rich bounty to calm, detoxify, nourish and energise body, mind and spirit”.

ELEMIS Your skin, your body and your wellness lie at the heart of Elemis. Hands-on, our Elemis therapists harness

the power of nature and science to create groundbreaking formulations that genuinely transform your skin. Personally prescribed. Sublimely sensory.

The experience is exceptional, the results are real.

The Elemis Spa philosophy is designed to respect the body’s complex physiology, Elemis spatherapies work in natural synergy with the skin, body and mind. Every treatment is speci cally designed to o er a unique experience, using powerful massage sequences and the most potent actives available in the world today.

VOYA Voya have used generations of acquired wisdom about the sea to bring you an organic beauty range designed to delight and purify your body. Based on wonderful hand-harvested seaweed from the Atlantic coastline in Ireland, certi ed organic and knowledge of the local traditions of seaweed baths and seaweed treatments, Voya strives to bring you the full power of nature in its purest form throughout the Voya range.

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PureFlowTM is a passive cardio system to optimize your health and lifestyle and improves your endurance, performance & recovery. PureFlowTM uses the principles of counter-pulsation technology, which can help improve circulation, increase oxygenation and promote detoxi cation by optimizing blood ow in sync with the rhythm of the heart.

Five beautiful treatment rooms, including a couple's room, have been expertly designed to induce a sense of serenity the moment you enter.

In keeping with the elegant style of the castle, it is the perfect place to enjoy an extensive range of indulgent and results-driven treatments that will leave you feeling brand new. Choose from regenerating facials, refreshing scrubs, detoxifying wraps, aroma and marine therapy and more.

ESSIE www.ashfordcastle.com/the-spa An iconic American brand allows women all over the world to express themselves with unique and whimsical colour names. With unbeatable, professional quality, Essie nail polish sets the standards for celebs and women around the world alike!

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anbagh an oasis among the rugged outcrops of the aravalli mountain range, amanbagh is a Rajasthani retreat informed by Mughal style.

Just 90 minutes from Jaipur, the Bengal tiger sanctuary of Sariska National Park is a short drive away.

Rajasthan’s dramatic history surrounds amanbagh. Discover the remnants of an ancient empire in the picturesque city of

alwar, among the 17th-century fort and temple of ajabgarh, and along centuries-old paths around Somsagar lake. a walled palace shaded by mature palm, fruit and eucalyptus trees, amanbagh evokes the full grandeur of the Mughal era. Once the staging area for royal hunts, the resort’s sandstone and pink marble walls now offer tranquil refuge.

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WellneSS amanbagh’s soothing holistic spa provides a range of therapies and treatments that soothe body and mind aer a long day of exploration, including massages, facials, scrubs and traditional henna art. Set amid the verdant grounds of the resort’s oasis seing, the spa’s highly-skilled team of experts makes use of exclusively prepared skincare products, created only from the purest ingredients

at sunrise, amidst the atmospheric ruins of the ghost city of Bhangarh, discover precious peace of mind with a private meditation and Hatha yoga lesson. few tourists find their way to this intriguing, forgoen city. Here, a yoga psychologist will pass on their wisdom to rebalance the mind, followed by a cleansing vegetarian breakfast to soothe the body.

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The Maharaja/Maharani Massage is a rejuvenating combination of Swedish and deeptissue techniques.

The ideal way to wind down, the massage’s long strokes and herb-infused oil ensure that tension spots disappear, so that you emerge feeling fresh and relaxed.

Transform yourself into a living expression of local artists’ creativity with the art of Mehendi.

The body serves as a blank canvas for the henna paste, a symbol of health and good luck imbued with the distinctive atmosphere of Rajasthan. www.aman.com/resorts/amanbagh/wellnessexperience

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Eminence Organics Has been creating organic, cruelty-free, and natural skin-care products since 1958. The brand comes from Hungary, a country which has some of the best soil around, ideal for cultivating potent and effective ingredients. The products smell unbelievable (you’ll know they are being used without your esthetician telling you ahead of time), and the cosmetics are a real treat aer a facial when you want to make sure you are still using skin-healthy beauty products but don’t want to be bare-faced. www.eminenceorganics.com

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aT exCelSioR hoTel galli A LUxURY COLLECTION HOT 1,000 SQuaRe meTReS oF SPa SeT oveR TWo FlooRS Discover the award-winning spa of Excelsior Hotel Gallia. Extraordinary light and design effects together with super modern facilities meet with the Shiseido quality.

SHISEIDO SPa Milan extends across the 6th and 7th floors, covering a total amount of 1,000 square metres with a wealth of natural light.

Hotel guests can enjoy complimentary access to the facilities, including the extraordinary indoor swimming pool with jacuzzi, built in hydro massage and waterfalls, and memberships are available for external guests.

a SPaRkling SPa exPeRienCe allow the body to relax and unwind, stimulate your senses with exquisite fragrances and discover an infinite alluring beauty. SHISEIDO SPa Milan combines western and eastern traditions with the Shiseido experience, in a luxurious union of modern techniques and advanced treatments.

Treat your self to a romantic relaxing break, and explore the Spa Private Suite. an absolute holistic experience awaits in the heart of Milan.

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an aRRay oF TReaTmenTS Combining boTh eaSTeRn and WeSTeRn TRadiTionS Uncompromized detail and traditions combine with the spirit of hospitality, core to the Shiseido philosphy, to bring guests an array of treatments.

SHISEIDO SPa Milan offers guests the Private Spa Suite, an intimate refuge including steam bath, jacuzzi, sweet sauna, emotional showers, ice falls and a private entrance. Before a treatment, Shiseido brings guests on a multi-sensory journey personalized with the music and scent selection of each individual guest.

Enjoy a moment of reflection in the stunning indoor swimming pool. Whether the purpose of your stay in Milan is a business trip or a vacation of discovery, there is always a good opportunity to enjoy moments of relaxation. Excelsior Hotel Gallia offers guests complimentary access to the swimming pool. Be seduced by an intriguing play on light and a sparkling atmosphere. The combination of harmonious and sophisticated details are the true hallmark of SHISEIDO SPa Milan, the first spa of the brand in Milan.

Start a new wonderful day in the Italian fashion capital with a morning swim, indulge in an invigorating moment in the Jacuzzi, and finally enjoy the tonifying waterfalls.

ShiSeido SPa ameniTieS The 6th floor is completely dedicated to individual treatments, with superb rooms in which benefit from Shiseido exclusivity. Discover the make-up area, an additional extraordinary corner for your beauty and well-being. Explore the Hair Salon with Davines Natural Hair Care products, which are made in Italy entirely from natural ingredients.

admire the breathtaking panoramic view over Milan from the 7th floor, and indulge in our indoor sparkling indoor swimming pool, the fitness area, the virtual golf, or unwind your body in the wet and relax zones with the exclusive salt cabin from Himalaya. ouR FaCiliTieS: • Indoor swimming pool with jacuzzi and built in hydro massage and waterfall • 6 Treatment Rooms • Hair Salon (appointment is on request, please call:+39 02 6785 3320) • Private Spa Suite • Golf simulator • Pilates area (private room for use with personal trainer) • 24H fitness with the latest state of the art Technogym equipment • Emotional showers with cold rain, cold breeze and cold storm • Relax area with chaises longues • Salt Wall and Cold room with sweet: relax aer the sauna and turkish bath and recover your natural balance • 3 Hammam rooms for wet treatments • 1 pedicure room • Juice bar • Separate wet zones for men and women with emotional showers, ice fall, sauna and steam bath • luxury male and female changing rooms with full and half size lockers. all cabins have individual light, temperature and music control • Hair salon and barber • Outdoor terrace with solarium www.excelsiorhotelgallia.com/shiseido-spa www.shiseidospamilan.com

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NATURA BISSÉ NATURA BISSÉ had its start in spa in 1979 when it began creating products for face and body that contained the maximum concentrations of ingredients. Its products are sold in luxury brand department stores such as Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, and Barney’s New York; over the years, it has established itself as a celebrity go-to brand and has made its way into many spas around the world. From its anti-aging DIAMOND COLLECTION to the intensive recovery solution of the NB•CEUTICAL COLLECTION, NATURA BISSÉ continues to make highly effective products for consumers and spas alike. www.naturabisse.com

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This timeless retreat on the west coast of Phuket is in harmony with its idyllic seing. Ancient Ayuhayan architecture informs the design of its pavilions and villas, which overlook lush vegetation and the pristine Andaman Sea. Approached by elevated walkways, pavilions have a private outdoor sala (room) for dining and relaxing, shaded by tropical flora. Sloping roof lines frame soothing, spacious interiors, furnished with Thai textiles, art and antiques.

Watersports are year-round activities at Amanpuri – explore the Andaman Sea with the resort’s fleet of 20plus cra. Six tennis courts are lit for night play, with five international-standard golf courses just a short drive away.

Coconut palms cover the isolated headland that is home to Amanpuri. A private, paradisiacal hideaway radiating out from a scallop-shaped beach, the resort’s tranquil atmosphere is infused by the heady aroma of jasmine blossoms.

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WEllNESS EXPERIENCES, aMaNPURI Thailand’s distinctive gentle healing arts have evolved over millennia to include both practical and philosophical therapeutic elements. At the Aman Spa, natural herb-infused treatments are offered in six light-filled pavilions that include a private steam room, shower, bath, and outdoor meditation sala.

These are joined by a gym and Pilates studio with panoramic views, a yoga and meditation pavilion and four floodlit tennis courts.

Created for the Thai Royal family, the Royal Thai Massage is a soothing and revitalising therapy.

The dry massage focuses on restoring the flow of energy in the body, using pressure point techniques to stimulate blood flow and release toxins along the body’s Sen energy lines.

a purifying and rebalancing journey, Puri Bliss begins with a scrub that combines andaman Sea salt and roasted coconut.

An herbal steam bath then opens the pores, stimulating circulation, before a natural plant essence facial moisturises, followed by an acupressure foot massage to soothe body and mind.

Guided yoga and meditation sessions are offered at daybreak in the open-sided teakwood salas set high on the hillside.

Private yoga, Pilates and guided meditation sessions can also be arranged, and there are personal trainers available at the glass-walled gym, which is perched on the highest point in the resort. www.aman.com/resorts/amanpuri/wellnessexperience

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With its abundant sun, sea, nature and culture, Mallorca is an ideal place to escape to for a rejuvenating break. And as a guest of Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa, you can discover even deeper relaxation – at Talise Spa in Sóller.

This luxurious cliff-top retreat offers a new generation of spa treatments with natural ingredients such as citrus, almonds and olive oil that will transport you to healing, serene state of mind and body.

stay in shape on your luxurious Mallorca holiday.

Enjoy cycling, trekking, yoga and many other outdoor activities.

Imagine a unique destination combined with luxurious spa experiences. Set amidst the Mediterranean landscapes of Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa, Talise Spa is a true oasis of relaxation and rejuvenation. All treatments are personalised to cater to your individual needs, transforming the mind, body and soul on your journey to self-discovery.

In addition, the Talise Spa in Sóller features a gym with state-of-the-art fitness facilities, to help you

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Comprising over 2,200 sqm with stunning views from every corner, Talise Spa features an extensive thermal area with an outdoor heated Hydropool overlooking the Tramuntana valley.

This luxurious Spa offers ten spacious treatment rooms, including a Hammam Suite, all of which bene t from natural daylight and views across the port and the mountains. Combining modern techniques with the traditional use of local natural products such as olive oil, lemons, oranges and almonds, you will feel an integral sense of wellbeing and relaxation.

TalISE SIGNaTURE MaSSaGE This Talise Spa’s exclusive therapeutic massage uses a variety of techniques from the best treatments in the world. A unique combination of pressure points and a massage sequence using healing oils enhance this unforgeable experience. www.jumeirah.com/en/hotelsresorts/mallorca/jumeirah-port-soller-hoteland-spa/talise-spa/talise-spa-at-jumeirah-portsoller-hotel--spa/

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Nickel “By men, for men.” This philosophy has led Nickel Spa to become one of the leading names in men’s spa and skin-care products since its Parisian start in 1996. Using a malefriendly “in-your-face” mentality, product names include the “Morning Aer Rescue Gel,” which is famous for its hangoverhiding abilities. Products are tailored to moments in a man’s life: sports, traveling, party time, and relaxing. Highperformance ingredients like tensor agents, fruit acids, vitamin baskets, and diet minerals are used because Nickel knows that a man has much thicker skin than a woman. hps://www.apetogentleman.com/nickel-spa-london/

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zion SPa aT gRand hoTel RiveR PaRk, A LUxURY COLLECTION HOTEL

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luxuRy a place where you can escape from the stresses of everyday life, from the flow of time where everything around you stops, leaving you alone in absolute privacy to relish Divine Peace. a place where every moment belongs to no one but yourself.

At ZION SPA science and nature; practicality and mystery; beauty and peace are entwined, offering an experience as luxurious as it is therapeutic and as magical as it is real. Here with us time stands perfectly still.

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Serene music soothes your ears, whilst welcome drink revitalise the senses.

Stress simply melts away – here, there is no rush, it’s time to relax.

At ZION SPA LUxURY, you can choose your noble rose combination of therapies and immerse yourself deeply in regenerative rituals in the fragrant world of beauty and relaxation.

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ZION SPa SIGNaTURE Combining all elements of luxury, indulgence and relaxation, we have created Signature Treatments which are exclusive to ZION SPA. PROMISED laND SyMPHONy – UlTIMaTE RElaXaTION This concert for four hands is the best way to relax anyone who has a problem to unwind during therapy. Synchronized four hands massage brings dual relaxing effects compared with classical massage. A gourmet experience to your senses is provided by ZION SPA Signature Promised Land Massage Oil, Sizzling Riesling Exfoliating Scrub and Honey Lip Balm. The pinnacle of treatment will surely be a warm and fragrant massage with Melt Velvet Candle and a mist of Rose Water

SIZZlING RIESlING – BEaUTIfyING VINOTHERaPy Discover the beneficial effect of grapes in the form of a legendary grape-sugar peeling, wholebody wrap and relaxing massage with the authentic sweet and spicy Sizzling Riesling Oil. For the perfect vinotherapy experience, you will enjoy stones, as if warmed by the sun, on the body.

They represent the basis of every vineyard.

UlTIMaTE aROMaTHERaPy EXPERIENCE – CUSTOMISED aROMaTHERaPy This hero treatment starts with a consultation to find out what your emotional and physical needs are. From that we carry out an aroma test to allow you to choose the oil most suitable for you. There are twelve oils to choose from, formulated with

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natural plant and flower oils with wonderful exotic scents and powerful therapeutic benefits for body and mind. With your chosen oil, your therapist will use carefully applied pressures to stimulate the nervous system, Swedish and neuromuscular techniques to relieve muscular tension, and lymphatic drainage to encourage healthy circulation. This treatment releases tension held in every part of your body leaving you feeling deeply relaxed and recharged.

refreshes legs and feet before you are treated to a spiritually upliing inhalation of frankincense and a traditional aromatherapy massage to target symptoms of stress. A blend of camomile, petitgrain and rosemary helps to calm and cleanse your thoughts, whilst an Ayurvedic scalp and facial massage works on your complete wellbeing to relieve anxiety and emotional exhaustion. Perfect for a troubled mind, this is an effective treatment any time of day to refresh your memory and get your brain back on track.

ClEaR aND UNWIND yOUR MIND Calm a stressed and confused head with a refreshing yet soothing experience for body, mind and soul. A camomile and olive grain scrub

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Ayurvedic massages, Orient-inspired reflexology, natural facials and hydro therapies to cleanse the body – there are spas and there are luxury, multi award-winning spas: at Gleneagles we are most certainly the laer. Our aim is to pamper, treat and indulge your body; to relax, rejuvenate and inspire both your body and mind.

As one of a select group of places in the world designated a Luxury Spa Resort - a designation given aer a rigorous evaluation by The Leading Hotels of the World Group – we ensure our spa maintains the highest of quality standards, to ensure you receive the best possible spa experience.

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Your Spa experience at Gleneagles is not just reserved for treatments – from the moment you walk through the door the atmosphere with its custom design surroundings and relaxing music will help get you in the right frame of mind and ready for your treatments. Our Spa Experience then brings you time to unwind for a while before your treatments begin, with relaxing beds and vitality pool – amongst other options – preparing your body and relaxing your mind ahead of your treatments.

Our spa treatments cover a holistic range of therapies to boost your body and mind. Our range of massages is sure to provide deep, indulgent relaxation – using hands or aromatic oils – whilst our hot stone massages take is one step further using volcanic stones to relieve deep tension within muscles.

For those who lead highly stressful lives or sleep poorly, our Ayurverdic inspired treatments are a must. An indulging four-handed massage, with

warm oils and hot volcanic stones, balanced by a deeply relaxing head massage is one of the options to take you to a new level of relaxation. These treatments also contain foot massages and skin exfoliations, combined they make for a powerfully calming effect.

The Orient has given many the inspiration for relaxing treatments, and here at Gleneagles our experts in reflexology and Reiki will bring you a new inner peace, working on physical, mental and spiritual levels.

Whoever you are and whatever life you lead, our exquisite and holistic range of treatments are designed to relax, invigorate and rejuvenate both the body and the mind. Whether you are male or female, eighteen or eighty, our specialist team will work with you to ensure that your time at The Spa

by ESPA is time you will want to repeat, time aer time, aer time. www.gleneagles.com/spa

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Cowshed You may know it as the swank Soho House spa with outposts in Chicago, New York City, Miami, and London. But the original Cowshed location is in rural Somerset, England, where an organic herb garden and pastoral surroundings serve as inspiration for the allnatural (and hilariously named) product line. Don't miss: the aloe-rich Sleepy Cow body buer, the sheabuer-based Horny Cow shampoo, and the vibrant, superfloral Grumpy Cow perfume oil rollerball. www.cowshedonline.com

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Six Senses Spa at Zighy Bay is a refuge for mind and body; it's a retreat from the busy humdrum of daily life; a haven for the calm and relaxed soul; a sanctuary of ultimate well-being.

Commied to delivering integrated wellness experiences along with peace, tranquillity, fitness and health, we combine innovative and ancient holistic treatments from our expert in-house and visiting wellness consultants. www.sixsenses.com

Six Senses Zighy Bay is located on the northern Musandam Peninsula in the Sultanate of Oman. The seing of these beautiful indigenous village-style accommodations and private marina is spectacular, with the dramatic mountains on one side and the sandy beach of Zighy Bay on the other.

Tantalize your senses: feel the sand beneath your toes; listen as your sunset dhow cruise glides through waves; taste culinary delights of the region.

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AMAN SPA TOKYO AMAN TOKYO IS A MONUMENT TO THE MODERN-DAY JAPANESE CAPITAL, A PLACE WHERE URBAN DYNAMISM IS TEMPERED WITH SERENITY. SET IN OTEMACHI, THE HOTEL IS WITHIN EASY REACH OF TOKYO STATION AND THE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT OF NIHONBASHI. Aman Tokyo is a monument to the modern-day Japanese capital, a place where urban dynamism is tempered with serenity. Set in Otemachi, the hotel is within easy reach of Tokyo station and the commercial district of Nihonbashi.

Its spa draws on traditional natural remedies and the principles of balancing mind and body, and offers an integrated approach to wellbeing.

Several of the spa’s treatment rooms are joined by large Japanese-style hot baths and steam rooms, a 30-metre heated pool with views over the city, as well as a Fitness Centre equipped with the latest cardiovascular and weight-training machinery and a dedicated yoga and Pilates studio.

Aman Spa Tokyo is a vast, light-filled sanctuary set high among the Tokyo skyline. A complete range of treatments, therapies and facilities draw on the Japanese principles of nature and balance.

Multiple treatment rooms are available, and the signature Spa Journeys focus on Japanese natural ingredients and philosophies. The Spa features large Japanese-style hot baths and steam rooms, a light-filled 30-metre pool with panoramic city views, a world-class fitness centre with the latest cardiovascular and weight-training machinery, and dedicated yoga and Pilates studios

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SPA TREATmENTS The Japanese approach to wellness stems from nature and the concept of balance. Aman Spa Tokyo draws on this wisdom – fusing kampo herbal therapies, Zen philosophy and meditation with facilities for movement and relaxation. The extensive treatments, using natural ingredients and Aman’s own chemical-free products for programmes tailored to individual needs

SPA JOURNEyS The practice of Misogi is the traditional act of purification and meditation using water to reconnect with one’s core and is undertaken prior to any treatment. Aman Spa’s signature journeys begin with this ritual so that the benefits of treatments are felt at a deeper level. A foot bath with seasonal Kampo herbs and mineral sea salt is followed by a breathing exercise with Kuromoji oil, renowned for its relaxing and calming properties www.aman.com/resorts/aman-tokyo

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BURJ AL TA A Perched 150 metres above the Arabian Gulf, Talise Spa Burj Al Arab is the ultimate destination to luxuriate, relax and rejuvenate within the iconic Dubai landmark hotel.

Each experience has been carefully craed and exclusively developed using the world’s most luxurious products to leave you uerly pampered.

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ARAB ALISE SPA Bathed in natural light, this ground-breaking spa offers a sanctuary for guests to indulge in an extensive menu of pampering treatments – all designed to reinvigorate and restore. From facials and organic body wraps to Chakra balancing hot stone massage, each treatment uses the highest quality products and latest methods in personal care.

The spacious Talise Spa is housed over two levels in the distinctive sail-shaped silhouee of Burj Al Arab, and boasts enough luxurious serenity to calm even the most hectic lifestyle. Leave the world behind and reconnect with your inner self in a space that inspires relaxation.

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Talise Spa offers a unique nature based luxury environment to help you unwind with the pleasure of treatments from world-renowned houses, such as La Prairie, Sundari and THÉMAÉ, applied by a skilled and caring team of therapists. Stretched over two floors, separate men's and women's amenities ensure total privacy and discretion.

Both ladies and gentlemen’s relaxation areas feature an aqua retreat. Separate indoor infinity pools, jacuzzi and treatment rooms overlooking the Arabian Gulf complement the spa, along with saunas, steam rooms and plunge pools.

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Gentlemen can enjoy the panoramic sauna and steam lounges looking out to the World Islands and Downtown Dubai, both fied with rare fogproof glass. Additional facilities include a squash court, a fitness centre with aerobic facilities, advanced cardiovascular and resistance training equipment.

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Cold Spring Apothecary Located on the banks of the Hudson River, the town of Cold Spring, New York, has Instagram-worthy views and an impressive lineup of antiques shops. But this holistic spa is reason enough to make the trek. There are glass boles and jars filled with medicinal salves and bath salts; a sulfate-free, herb-scented hair line; and small-batch all-natural facial oils.

Don't miss: the Deep Cleansing Facial Powder Mask & Cleanser (a blend of clays, neem oil, and honey powder) and the Veviter & Lavender Daily Conditioner, which has a gel consistency to soen fine hair without weighing it down. www.coldspringapothecary.com

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SPA Relax and indulge in deeply soothing Jumeirah Spa treatments, revitalise at health spas for the day, weekend or long stay breaks.

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Experience the ultimate journey to wellbeing, relaxation and rejuvenation at Jumeirah Spas and revel in a host of facilities for the mind, body and soul. Each Spa is individually designed, inspired by the local culture but also expresses the natural essences of the world.

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ARASH Located just two and half hours from Quito, amid the most biodiverse "hot spot" in the world. With its ecologically sensitive bungalows, ARASHÁ offers guests the possibility of being immersed in the richness and tranquility of this fragile region combined simultaneously with luxury and comfort in the middle of the rainforest.

From enjoying an aromatic anti-stress massage, participate in one of our ECO-WORKSHOPS, to prepare a delicious chocolate fondue, ARASHÁ is an experience that will delight every one of your senses.

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HÁ ARASHÁ IS THE BEST RESORT IN ECUADOR (2004-2014) AND THE BEST RESORT IN SOUTH AMERICA (2013-2014) AS RECOGNISED BY THE WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS.

Awarded several times by prestigious international tourism organizations, ARASHÁ has been recognized for its impeccable personalized service, exquisite dining and luxurious accommodations. Once guests arrive, they will recognize why in ARASHA it´s possible to find the poetry of life in every corner of this enchanting paradise.

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The Organic Pharmacy Founder Margo Marrone was already tinkering with an herbal toner recipe when she opened her London-based spa more than a decade ago. Now the space has a cult following (Rosamund Pike goes for the Rose Diamond Facial and Jourdan Dunn loves the Vitamin C and Papaya Enzyme Peel) and a downright massive collection of plant-derived skin care (enzyme peels, rose face creams) and makeup (beeswax-based mascara, nontoxic nail polishes). Don't miss: the Antioxidant Face Firming Serum with vitamin-rich carrot and rose hip oils and the soly scented, lightly exfoliating Cleopatra's Milk Bath. www.theorganicpharmacy.com/

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THE CONRAD SPA & HEALT With an impressive seing in the exclusive, yet naturally beautiful Quinta do Lago, the Conrad Algarve is one of the hospitality jewels of Portugal’s fabled coast. This contemporary luxury hotel is uniquely styled, from the guest rooms to the private balconies, and its five restaurants and bars offer a sophisticated range of fine Portuguese and international cuisine.

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D ALGARVE TH CLUB The luxurious Conrad Spa is an evolution of sophisticated spa culture, embracing and blending a modern holistic approach, in a contemporary way. Uniquely inspired by local culture, expertise and breath-taking surroundings, the Spa includes signature experiences from Aromatherapy Associates and Intraceuticals with bespoke treatments combining state-of the-art products and techniques to ensure a restorative and rejuvenating journey.

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Conrad Spa’s Sensory Zone features a tranquil sun terrace with impressive views and includes a sauna, steam room, hydro massage heated pool, sensory showers, plunge pool and ice fountain, transporting guests into a haven of harmony and lightness. Five spacious treatment rooms, each with outdoor cabana, bring an alfresco element to the spa experience.

The comprehensive wellness facilities also include a selection of pools where guests can unwind, a state-of-the-art fitness centre by Technogym and tennis courts.

With an impressive seing in the exclusive, yet naturally beautiful Quinta do Lago, the Conrad Algarve is located next to the Atlantic Ocean.

Reaching golden, unspoilt Algarve beaches is simple with the dedicated shule bus. Many internationally famous golf courses, including Quinta do Lago Sul and Laranjal are on your doorstep, as is the natural park of Ria Formosa.

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With contemporary design and technology flowing through the luxurious accommodation in harmony with beautiful natural surroundings, you will find everything that you require for a great holiday in the Algarve. You will find spacious guestrooms and a variety of leisure activities for yourself and your family to enjoy: be rejuvenated in Health Club & Spa, relax in the outdoor swimming pools, while your children enjoy their very own kid’s club. www.conradalgarve.com

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ONE NESTLED WITHIN A NATURAL AMPHITHEATRE SHAPED BY THE VERTICAL CLIFFS OF DEVIL'S PEAK AND LION'S HEAD SITS CAPE TOWN IN ALL OF ITS COASTAL GLORY. HERE, COMMANDING AN ENVIABLE SPOT IN THE CITY'S FASHIONABLE VICTORIA & ALFRED WATERFRONT, IS ONE&ONLY CAPE TOWN, OVERLOOKING THE MARINA WITH PANORAMIC VIEWS OF TABLE MOUNTAIN.

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&ONLY TABLE mOUNTAIN SUITE

As its name suggests, the most breathtaking views of Table Mountain are enjoyed from expansive open terraces. An air of understated elegance embodies this luxuriously appointed suite.

Located in Marina Rise, the expansive space of this spectacular suite is appointed with the finest amenities and state-of-the-art technologies. Even with only one bedroom, the suite's exceptional design incorporates a 12 seat dining table making it ideal for social or business gatherings.

Dramatic African artwork accentuates the foyer, large entertainment area and dining room in the expansive one bedroom Table Mountain Suite.

Located in the crescent-shaped Marina Rise, the suite also features an executive office, 24-hour butler service, a personal gym and a magnificent terrace ensuring the perfect view, aer which this suite takes its prided name.

The suite has a luxurious and spacious ambiance and includes an oversized bath, rain shower, and dual marble vanity. It can be transformed into a family friendly two-bedroom suite by utilising an interconnecting Premier Marina Table Mountain Room featuring two Queen-sized beds.

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UNRIVALLED ACCOmmODATION

An urban chic waterfront resort with unprecedented levels of luxury, One&Only Cape Town is a place of friendly calm and gracious hospitality for couples and families alike.

Revel in uninterrupted views of the legendary Table Mountain and captivating vista of the dynamic waterfront, all enjoyed from the most spacious rooms in Cape Town.

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An oasis of serenity in the heart of a bustling city, One&Only Spa is Cape Town's most comprehensive spa situated on its own 1,000m² private island in the midst of the resort.

The dedicated, fully-supervised KidsOnly programme welcomes children ages 4 to 11 with an enriching collection of activities that showcases the exuberant personality of Cape Town. A separate programme is available for teens as well.

WORLD-CLASS DINING The celebrated cuisine of local chef Reuben Riffel marries Cape Malay traditions and flavours with Dutch and British fare, whilst global-fusion master Nobuyuki 'Nobu' Matsuhisa's first African restaurant dazzles with his signature JapanesePeruvian cuisine.

INCREDIBLE ADVENTURES The perfect gateway to rare adventures of the land, from wine country excursions to miles of famed beaches and renowned botanical gardens.

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CELEBRATIONS Spectacular Table Mountain views and shimmering vistas set the stage for weddings and romantic getaways.

POOLS & BEACHES The temperature-controlled, infinity-edge pool is the finest in Cape Town, framed with private cabanas and majestic palms.

And just moments from the resort are some of the world's most spectacular beaches, from Clion Beach to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.

ART & FASHION The boutiques and galleries at One&Only Cape Town celebrate South African art and design with a balance of contemporary luxe fashions from around the world. www.oneandonlyresorts.com/one-and-only-cape-townsouth-africa

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CORNELIA DIAMOND GOLF & SPA IN ANTALYA

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Cornelia Diamond Golf & Spa in Antalya, Turkey is home the incredible Crassula Spa, a 5,000 squaremetre spa spread over two oors. Crassula comes from the Far East and is embellishes Zen philosophy and is the source of richness.

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There is a legendary place described in hundreds of poems wrien during the middle ages… A place where the concept of luxury was defined maybe for the first time centuries ago… It is always like spring; the temperature does not change at any time… Everybody is 33 years old…

Everybody is in love… everybody is happy…

There are curative pools everywhere… Everyone feels oneself well…

Centuries later, a brand-new concept called spa has come into our lives and this legend has come true… This is why Crassula Spa exists… to create that magical world which will make you feel yourself beer…

Unique cares giving fresh life to your body and soul… The most luxurious, most effective treatments, massages worldwide… The most distinguished materials, enchanting scents…

Pools, bathrooms, refreshment areas...

All at “Crassula Spa” which uses the healing power of water with the understanding of “Sanus Per Aquam”...

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SANDALS

EMERALD BAY Whether you are looking to massage away tension, give your skin a healthy glow, or restore balance and harmony, the award-winning Red Lane® Spa at Sandals® Emerald Bay in the Bahamas will take you on a journey of rejuvenation and well-being. From the moment you walk into the lemongrass-scented greeting area, your senses will confirm you’ve found a blissful retreat.

Every aspect of the Red Lane® Spa experience is inspired by the soothing essence of the islands— from natural botanicals to exclusive treatment seings including six exotic outdoor sanctuaries, or the comfort of your own suite.

For those who prefer a traditional seing, the 16,000 square foot pampering hideaway boasts 16 luxurious indoor spa rooms, a relaxation area with calming music and assorted teas, locker rooms with showers and fully-stocked vanity areas, complimentary hot and cold plunge pools, as well as, eucalyptus steam baths and saunas.

Additionally, the spa offers couples’ sanctuary rooms with large whirlpool tubs designed specifically for couples’ treatments.

Innovative massages like the signature Scents of Love Couples Massage incorporate island elements such as the indigenous aromas of the Caribbean for a truly romantic and aromatic escape. Additional treatments feature unique body scrubs and wraps to help regain youthful skin. The Sugarcane Warm Oil Scrub, for instance, uses a stimulating blend of brown sugar, black tea and fruit extracts to revive dehydrated skin, while the Green Coffee Wrap offers a unique coffeebased formula to help fight cellulite and promote youthful skin.

Using the spa’s exclusive organic line and renowned skin healthcare products, the highly trained Rejuvenation Specialists at the Red Lane® Spa have perfected the art of relaxation.

They will skillfully take you on a journey focused on CONNECTION, TIME and LOVE that will leave you feeling renewed for a lifetime. www.sandals.com

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BHUTAN

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The Kingdom of Bhutan is a place of soaring 7,000m Himalayan peaks, glacial river valleys and crisp evergreen forests. Amankora offers five lodges doed across this ancient land, encouraging a circular journey of discovery.

Revolving around the Himalayan region’s traditional plant- and herbbased therapies, the treatments at Amankora’s five spas – one at each lodge – capture an enriching sensation that is wholly Bhutanese.

The spas are scented with cedar wood, which is used as a Buddhist temple incense as well as a traditional medical remedy, and massages, scrubs and baths soothe all five senses: smell, touch, hearing, sight and taste.

BASED ON ANCIENT TIBETAN mEDICAL TREATmENTS, WARm OIL IS PLACED ON KEy POINTS OF THE BODy TO RELEASE ENERGy BLOCKS

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Omorovicza The Omorovicza family built a temple-like thermal spa at a natural mineral hot spring. Fast forward a couple of centuries and an Omorovicza descendent and his wife have launched a skincare collection bearing the family name. The star ingredient of the product line is a proprietary blend of minerals from the Hungarian thermal waters. Also notable is what the products don't contain: petrochemicals, animal by-products, parabens, phthalate, or nitrates. Don't miss: the Thermal Cleansing Balm (it looks like mud and makes skin feel like silk) and Complexion Perfector BB SPF 20, one of the few all-in-ones to deliver on every promise. www.omorovicza.com

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Groa Giusti Resort Golf & Spa, located in Monsummano Terme, between Florence and Lucca, the nineteenth-century villa of the poet Giuseppe Giusti, guards the '"eighth wonder of the world", the millenary natural thermal cave, as the master Verdi aptly named it.

The aesthetic spa treatments and the exclusive medical-scientific “Longevity” programme enhance the value of the stay, with a unique focus on regeneration and relaxation.

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Enjoy the hot spring pools of the Groa Giusti thermal spa in Tuscany.

Immerse yourself in the thermal waters of our outdoor pools at Groa Giusti. The main swimming pool is 750 m² in size, and features some of the latest fixtures to help you relax and unwind, including a series of four-spout hydromassage jets and the natural waterfall massage.

The water in our large bath, always set at a calming 34°C, is rich in bicarbonate, sulphate, calcium and magnesium, which is beneficial to the body. It also features 40 hydro-massage stations for a relaxing massage around every corner.

The Bioaquam® Thermal Pool also remains at a constant 34°C, because its water flows directly in from the hot springs through an intricate piping system. The Bioaquam Pool features underwater jets, sculpting and drainage hydro massages, hydro jet benches and geysers, which can help stimulate of the circulatory and musculoskeletal system for enhanced wellness.

Discover a new level of relaxation at the pools of Groa Giusti, and experience an extraordinary journey of wellness and renewed energy. www.groagiustispa.com

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THE GRANDHOTEL L THE MAGNIFICENT GRANDHOTEL LIENZ IS HOME TO A SPA WHICH REVOLVES AROUND WELLNESS, SPA AND BEAUTY. To benefit your wellbeing, your health and your beauty, switch off and tank up on new strength and energy in harmonious and beautiful surroundings. The spacious beauty and wellness area, as well as the Medical Centre offer everything you need to bring body and soul into complete relaxation …

A visit to the extravagant Private Spa promises moments of pure paradise; enjoy top treatments and indulgence in an exclusive atmosphere.

The hotel’s medical centre concentrates on health-promoting elements of treatments.

Benefit from highly effective wellness programmes for nutrition and vitality and enjoy that great feeling of being in the best of hands.

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When other places have fog and grey clouds, the Sun City Lienz is shining with its Mediterranean climate. The clear view of the Lienz Dolomites, the glacier blue River Isel and the Grandhotel Lienz (open all year round) loosen the Fall Blues.

Spa Director, Anita Obersteiner recommends that now is the right time to take advantage of some of our special packages to detox, purify and lose weight. Since the fall we have been using new baths, wraps and packings with "Deferegger Heilwasser" - from a healing spring with mineral strength.

The professional Spa-Team supports individual beauty with personalized beauty recommendations.

In the Spa Zone we have for you • Indoor-Outdoor pool • 4 saunas • Steam Baths • Serail Baths • Private Spa • Fitness center Quiet Rooms for relaxation at the highest level. www.grandhotel-lienz.com

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INTERCONTINEN SUN PENINSULA The “Journey of Marble Mountains” package at the Harnn Heritage Spa starts with a personal consultation, and it may be unlike anything you’ve experienced before. You’ll be asked to fill out a questionnaire that is equal parts medical and metaphysical, ranging from health and skin problems to your favorite colour, food, weather – even your personality type and greatest fears.

The point of all of this is to determine your natural element. Traditional Vietnamese medicine, called Dong Y, is derived from Chinese medicine and focuses on restoring balance between yin and yang and finding harmony among the Five Elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water.

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NTAL DANANG A The flow of energy in our bodies is thought to follow the same path as nature: wood kindles fire, fire forms ash (earth), earth solidifies to form metal, metal (minerals) enriches water, water nourishes wood (trees).

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Aer your therapist finds your element, she will create a bespoke natural oil blend that best suits you. Your package will then include Dong Y treatment on a warm bed made from Danang’s famous marble, long regarded for its therapeutic properties.

You’ll find this paern of five frequently repeated throughout Vietnam. Marble Mountains, a popular araction around 40 minutes from the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, are beer known to the Vietnamese as Ngu Hanh Son, or Five Elements Mountains, with each one named for a natural element.

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You’ll also encounter the Five Elements in Vietnamese cuisine, where each taste (sour, bier, sweet, spicy and salty) corresponds to an element. At a meal, there is an effort to balance out these five tastes, as well as to appeal to the five senses and nourish five internal organs of the body. The power of five is seen in many other aspects of Vietnamese culture, such as a visual balance of colours.

So are you fire or water? Find out at Harnn Heritage Spa located at Sea level. danang.intercontinental.com

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Pure Altitude at Les Fermes De Marie Perched high in the French Alps, this spa-chalet is the type of place where you go to take in staggering views, eat gourmet five-course dinners, and be straight-up pampered. All that decadence transfers to its namesake product line, which infuses luxurious creams, coddling serums, and hydrating masks with native ingredients (edelweiss, arnica, lady's thistle, white nele). Don't miss: The Masque NutriAlpes face mask, a creamy blend of white clay, rosehip, and vitamin E; and the Crème Riche Anti-Age, a nonstop hydrator (thanks to hyaluronic acid) that reduces wrinkles and amps up collagen creation with Matrixyl. en.pure-altitude.com

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THE RITZCARLTON ST. THOMAS

U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS Discover a gentler place at one of the leading spas in St. Thomas, as you are pampered by an array of calming treatments. Enjoy a couple’s massage while being caressed by the island breeze in our spa gazebo. Or, for a sweet sensation, indulge in our acclaimed Cocolicious Facial. Here in our seaside enclave you will benefit from one of the most diverse selections of therapies and spa treatments available in the Virgin Islands. Escape to the tropical island sanctuary of The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas and be embraced by luxury at the magnificent spa.

As you gaze out at the blue horizon, doed the gentle green hills of the neighboring islands, the so sounds of steel pan drums tickle your ear.

Reflexively, you relax and exhale, knowing you have landed in one unmistakably perfect destination, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas, a luxury hotel able to seamlessly blend the unique culture of the Caribbean with penultimate luxury and refinement.

Bask in the generous spirit of the Caribbean from the moment you enter our terra-coa tile roofed Grand Palazzo, a majestic open-air structure overlooking the expanse of beaches, waters, lush hills and picturesque resorts in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Discover a gentler place at one of the leading spas in St. Thomas, as you are pampered by an array of calming treatments. Enjoy a couple’s massage while being caressed by the island breeze in our spa gazebo. Here in our seaside enclave you will benefit from one of the most diverse selections of therapies and spa treatments available in the Virgin Islands. Escape to the tropical island sanctuary of The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas and be embraced by luxury at our magnificent spa in St. Thomas.

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TUSCAN

RESORT & SPA FONTEVERDE TUSCAN RESORT & SPA IS A WELLBEING SPA SET AMIDST THE SIENESE HILLS, WITH RICH THERMAL SPRING WATERS FULL OF THERAPEUTIC GIFTS FOR THE BODY DISCOVERED BY THE ANCIENT ETRUSCANS. BATHE IN WARM, RESTORATING POOLS, AND FEEL THE MASSAGE OF WATER JETS THAT GENERATE BOTH TONE AND ENERGY. The 5,000 square metre thermal spa combines naturalness with research, dexterity with discipline, and the techniques of the western medicine blend with those of oriental traditional.

Choose from among the wide range of exclusive treatments created by the team of specialists and designed to unite the precious properties of thermal spa waters with manual techniques, physiotherapy and science. Complete health and

beauty spa experiences for face and body: whether the aesthetic touch or entire strategies for balance and wellbeing.

The resort is the residence of the Medici family at San Casciano dei Bagni, and a member of the prestigious hotel group “The Leading Hotels of the World”. It offers precious furnishings and endless views. www.fonteverdespa.com

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BANANA ISLAND RESORT DOHA

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Hideaway in luxurious over water spa suites and unwind into the tranquil rhythm of our island paradise. Discover a diverse treatment menu that captures Doha’s ancient tribal roots, as well as a vibrant souk heritage of exotic sights, scents, sounds and touches. At our Doha spa you will feel welcomed by the warmth of traditional Qatari culture and our personalised approach to wellbeing.

Soothing steam and bathing experiences include exclusive rituals in a traditional Turkish hammam.

Dynamic therapies are cultivated from advanced western techniques to contour and redefine the silhouee. Melt into massages inspired by the heartfelt generosity of Bedouin desert culture.

Replenishing scrubs and wraps reflect the lifegiving qualities of Arabia’s date palm gardens.

Indulge in facials infused with the illuminating beauty of seawater pearls to enhance natural radiance. Escape the limits of space and time with the Arabian Nights signature journey collection, in which holistic Thai wisdom and Arabian mysteries are evoked in exquisitely relaxing sequences at our Doha wellness resort.

Embark on pathways to supreme wellbeing that draw on Arabia’s enriching natural and cultural wonders, as well as precious health and beauty ideals from all around the world.

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Anantara Signature massage Combining revered eastern and western techniques in purpose designed movements with our signature oil blend, this massage stimulates the circulation and deeply relaxes muscles.

Meanwhile, reflexology clears blockages of energy and promotes overall wellbeing.

Oriental Turkish Bath Ceremony Combining ancient Turkish and Oriental wellness wisdom, this ceremony commences on a heated marble slab in our exclusive Turkish hammam.

Following a ritual of deep cleansing, polishing and a foam massage, retreat to a luxurious over wate

r treatment room to be pampered further with our signature Charme d’Orient Massage, infused with exquisite oriental oils.

Royal moroccan Bath Ceremony Relinquish time and pressure as you luxuriate in a regal Arabic ritual. The journey commences inside the hammam on a hot marble table. Aer being doused with water, your body is covered with traditional black soap and scrubbed with a kesse mi to sweep away dead skin cells, before we cocoon you in a ghassoul wrap infused with rose water. Feel cleansed from the inside out and then retreat to an over water treatment room for a pampering back massageand a brightening white honey facial.

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In-villa Slumber Guru Experience Taking the importance of a good night’s rest to a whole new level, this in-room ritual begins with a soak in a luxuriant bath infused with essential oils in your candlelit bathroom. You will then be treated to a relaxing back, neck and shoulder massage using lavender essential oils.

Enjoy a selection of infused herbal teas, served with homemade cookies, and unwind to your choice of soothing music throughout the evening.

Sweet dreams then await in a sumptuous bed dressed in 1,000 thread count Egyptian coon and your personal pillow choice, which is sprayed with a heavenly mist, accompanied by a natural Thai herb eye pillow and ear plugs, making driing away to the land of nod a blissful pleasure.

BIOTEC Super Anti-ageing Skin Therapy Elemis BIOTEC launch the first BIOTEC machine in middle east that combines high potency actives, a unique skin li touch and the science of five-inone bio-electric technology to create a new generation of dynamic facial skincare. Discover immediate, visible and long-lasting results, with a range of seven facials that deliver the complete treatment solution for maximum benefit. doha.anantara.com/spas.aspx

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MANDARIN ORIENTAL LONDON

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One of London's most celebrated 5-star hotels, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park exudes an enticing mix of elegance and luxury. With world-famous restaurants and a stunning spa, we offer a fashionable and timeless base in the centre of the British capital.

Overlooking iconic Hyde Park and Knightsbridge, our beautiful rooms offer a luxurious 5-star hideaway, close to London’s major aractions.

With excellent service and facilities, taking care of you is always our pleasure.

Within easy reach of all the sights, we enjoy prime position in the heart of the capital. Enjoying a peaceful seing next to the city’s most famous Royal Park, our luxurious accommodation and facilities make us the perfect London base.

With views over Knightsbridge, Hyde Park or our peaceful courtyard, our rooms and suites exude comfort and style.

• 167 elegant rooms • 26 richly furnished suites with individual features

SPA & WELLNESS Our renowned spa is one of the best in the city, offering expert treatments and cuing-edge facilities in a relaxed seing.

Consistently voted one of the best in the world Expert therapists and comprehensive list of holistic treatments • A serene Heat and Water oasis • 8 treatment rooms, all with private showers • Zen colour therapy relaxation area • Fully-equipped fitness centre with state-of-theart fitness technology by Technogym®, including Treadmills, Cross Trainers, Bikes and a Rowing Machine • A 17-metre twin lane, stainless-steel heated swimming pool with lap timer • Adjacent to Hyde Park and 350 acres of gorgeous green parkland.

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ESCAPE TO SERENITy Our cosseting spa is one of the best in the city, while our unique wellness classes and fitness centre offer a chance to unwind.

Spread over two floors, our spa enjoys a contemporary feel and uniquely rejuvenating environment.

With extensive heat and water facilities, expert therapists and a range of indulgent treatments, we have created a luxurious haven of wellbeing.

We want to provide a unique five star journey for everyone, and so we offer each guest a consultation during which your personal therapist can tailor your treatment to you and your needs.

Away from the buzz of Knightsbridge, we offer a calm and nurturing environment in which you can begin your personal journey to physical and spiritual harmony.

We offer an extensive range of treatments from around the world including a wide choice of therapies drawing on ancient philosophies and modern techniques.

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SIGNATURE SPA THERAPIES Mandarin Oriental’s signature spa therapies have been devised to address guests’ increasing desire for simple, effective and authentic spa experiences.

Developed in consultation with specialists in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and master aromatherapists, each signature therapy consists of a relaxing, hands-on body massage ritual that combines the powerful effects of oriental meridian massage with the therapeutic benefits of custom-blended essential oils, created uniquely for Mandarin Oriental. Each treatment begins with a private therapist consultation in order to determine each individual’s personal and current state of wellbeing. The treatment and oils are then tailored to each guest in order to leave the body, mind and spirit in perfect harmony.

Guests are also provided with nutritional and exercise guidance, in order to extend the beneficial effects of the programme at home.

ORIENTAL HARmONy Four hands work in perfect unison in a remarkable experience that inspires a harmony of the senses.

The treatment begins with a soothing foot bath in purifying waters, leaving the feet so and supple and the mind relaxed. Next two therapists work together in time and movement. First, providing a warm scrub that smoothes and replenishes the skin and later a harmonious massage that balances the body. The treatment concludes with a simultaneous head and foot massage leaving the mind uplied, the body energized and the skin exotically fragrant. www.mandarinoriental.com/london

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Caudalie The obvious difference between a Caudalie wine spa and any other spa is that there's a giant wine room where you can sip a post-treatment premier cru. The not-so-obvious difference is that every pampering scrub and anti-aging facial is supercharged with polyphenols and resveratrol (powerful antioxidants found in the flesh and seeds of grapes). These same ingredients appear in the spa's Allure Best of Beauty Award–winning product range. Don't miss: The hydrating Beauty Elixir facial mist, the dark-spot-targeting Cell Renewal Night Cream, and the Premier Cru La Crème Riche, which is infused with viniferine, a natural brightener derived from the sap of grape vines. hps://uk.caudalie.com

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With its striking wave-like design, Jumeirah Beach Hotel is one of Dubai’s most instantly recognisable structures. Happily for our guests, the Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai is equally famed for its amazing value and sheer wealth of options to enjoying your stay.

All the hotel’s 618 rooms, suites and villas are luxuriously furnished and provide spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf. And once you’ve finished taking in the view, you can choose from the widest array of leisure facilities around one of the best family hotels in Dubai, including Pavilion Dive Centre, six swimming pools, Sinbad’s Kids Club and complimentary, unlimited access to Wild Wadi Waterpark™.

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599 ocean-view rooms and suites 19 traditional Arabian styled beachside villas Over 19 restaurants, cafes and bars Six swimming pools and private beach Talise Spa with saunas, massage rooms, hot tubs, Jacuzzi, steam room and plunge pool • Talise Fitness set up with the latest Technogym

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TALISE SPA AT JUmEIRAH BEACH HOTEL The beautifully appointed Spa at Jumeirah Beach Hotel has everything you need to truly unwind; including two saunas, two massage rooms, three hot tubs, jacuzzi, steam room and plunge pool.

stress and anxiety from your body. Targeting specific muscles your therapist will use a unique warming oil to create a deep penetrating heat while applying a range of techniques and pressures concentrating on your areas of concern.

You are always in the most caring and capable of hands with our spa professionals. They offer you massage treatments and facials, aromatherapy, reflexology, shiatsu, Swedish and sports massage to soothe, stimulate, refresh and heal your body.

mUSCLE RE-LEASE This innovative and results-oriented approach uses precise techniques and pressures that work to enhance muscle recovery and intensive healing - great for post exercise and relieving daily tension. The massage techniques combine deep tissue muscle work, stretching and circulationenhancing strokes to decrease soreness. This experience features highly mineralising mud packs, applied to affected muscle groups which combat stillness and joint pain, ensuring this healing treatment will ease the body and the mind of stress

TALISE THERAPEUTIC Therapeutic massage improves metabolic balance and increased blood flow to the muscle tissue showing an increase in a gene responsible for mitochondria development. The mitochondria are known for cell growth and energy production as well as the releases of endorphins which provide a deep sensation of wellbeing. This deeply penetrating massage was custom designed by our expert team of therapists to reduce tension,

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ELEmIS BODy TREATmENTS AROmA SPA OCEAN WRAP Seaweed wrap treatments detoxify and cleanse the body inside out. Let your thoughts dri away, whilst you are cocooned in a comforting foil wrap and treated to a pressure point facial massage and de-stress scalp treatment. mUSCLEASE AROmA SPA OCEAN WRAP A warming blend of Pine and Rosemary help ease the pains of rheumatism, arthritis and fatigue.

CELLUTOX AROmA SPA OCEAN WRAP Recommendation: Two treatments are recommended per week for one month. A detoxifying blend of Juniper and Lemon decongest stimulate the body’s systems, improves the dimpled appearance of cellulite and reduces fluid retention.

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EARTH LODGE Earth Lodge is a sanctuary symbolising a new era in luxury South African safari lodges. Sculpted into a slope of the earth, almost invisible in the landscape, the lodge uses texture, light and space to present a lodge like no other. Taking its cue from the surrounding environment, it has been described as the most environmentally sensitive lodge in Africa.

Earth Lodge reveals itself in a series of sensory revelations. On arrival a hidden corridor leads you down on a journey to a unique and unforgeable experience. The unexpected entrance opens to a panorama of uninterrupted bushveld. As in nature everything at Earth Lodge exists in harmony and you are immediately aware of a sense of calm and a restoring spirit. Home to 13 ultra-luxurious suites including the Amber Presidential Suite, the lodge breaks with traditional bush lodge style to create a masterpiece of artistry and innovation.

Each of the suites at this luxury lodge features individually designed furniture, private plunge

pool, en-suite glass fronted bathroom and indoor and outdoor shower. The natural wooden sculptures by renowned South African artist Geoffrey Armstrong add a powerful magic.

While on safari escape to the Amani Spa at Earth Lodge and indulge in holistic body, skin and beauty rituals, treatments and massages.

The gym facilities at Earth Lodge offer cardio equipment in a safe and air conditioned environment while still capturing the beautiful views out towards the bush.

Each morning and evening you will depart from this luxury safari lodge into the wilderness, either by open safari vehicle or on foot for a walking safari, accompanied by your armed and knowledgeable Game Ranger and Shangaan Tracker. Close enough to share in a thrilling encounter with Africa’s beautiful wild creatures.

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AMANI SPA AT EARTH LODGE While on safari, escape to the Amani Spa at Earth Lodge and enjoy a luxurious facility that reflects the soul of Africa. Revel in a spa experience that is pampering and memorable, relaxing and indulgent. Every detail of the spa at Earth Lodge has been carefully considered. Natural elements and textures, a sense of peace, space and timeless beauty combine effortlessly with Amani’s holistic body, skin and beauty rituals, treatments and massages – all designed to stimulate the body’s innate healing processes and naturally inhibit the ageing process. The perfect place to rest, relax and rejuvenate, our unique spa also offers hydrotherapy, a couples treatment suite and a Zen meditation area for quiet and solitude.

Amani Spa at Earth Lodge was awarded the Safari Spa Award at the prestigious Les Nouvelles Esthetiques 2009 Spa Awards.

At the Amani Spa at Earth Lodge we create magical moments and turn them into special memories. Treat yourself to one of our individually designed treatment packages for any occasion – honeymoon, birthday or anniversary. Share the experience with your partner in the couple’s treatment suite. Or simply indulge yourself because you deserve it!

AMANI SIGNATURE TREATMENTS Kurhula Body Ritual Discover your kurhula, “inner peace” as you indulge in our signature holistic body ritual. This unique full body massage using our signature massage balm, flows into a revitalising mini facial bringing balance to your body, mind and soul.

Jewel of Africa Massage Experience the restorative and energising quality of the crystals, warm oils and flowing movements, which work together to rapidly reduce muscle tension in the body. This deluxe treatment balances your energies, releases emotional stress and leaves you with a feeling of complete relaxation and wellbeing.

Refuel Body Ritual Enjoy complete relaxation during the scalp, back, leg and foot massage followed by a rejuvenating express facial. www.sabisabi.com/lodges/earthlodge/

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PROMOTING AN UNRIVALLED HALLMARK STAMP OF QUALITY THAT RUNS LIKE CLOCKWORK, DELIVERING IMPECCABLE SERVICE, GUESTS CAN SET THEIR WATCH BY, TIME AFTER TIME. EVERY TIME!

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ENTAL LONDON

A new luxury hotel located in historic Royal Greenwich on the vibrant Greenwich Peninsula.

Situated only 400m from North Greenwich Tube Station on the Jubilee Line and only a 5 minute walk from Greenwich Pier, the Intercontinental is perfectly connected to London’s West End. The O2, the world’s most popular music and entertainment venue is 350 yards from the hotel as well as being minutes from ExCel London on the Emirates Airline cable car.

The hotel features 453 spacious guest rooms and suites spread over 18 floors. Restaurants and Bars have been designed as destination venues, with an impressive line up of all day dining and fine dining options, as well as a main bar and Tea Salon to perfectly complement the Sky Bar within its mix of vibrant and relaxing entertainment spaces.

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THE SPA Set in the heart of the Intercontinental London – The O2, The Spa offers tranquillity and relaxation from the moment you step though the door.

The Spa’s aesthetic, in keeping with the iconic style of the InterContinental brand, draws on the hotel’s location within historic Royal Greenwich and local influences of the East India Trading Company, with bespoke printed mosaic tiles, sumptuous rugs and delicate die-cut pendant lighting inspired by the area’s trading of porcelain and silks as far back as the 18th century.

In addition, The Spa has been designed to include exotic textures and luxurious materials such as gold gilt and blue pearl granite as well as heavy timbers inspired by Greenwich’s historic naval ships and merchant dock yards.

FACILITIES 8 treatment rooms Gym with TechnoGym equipments Indoor pool Sauna Steam room hp://iclondon-theo2.com

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Aman An understated yet glamorous London spa with a crystal steam room and an ionized pool, a splendid 600acre resort built into Utah's alien landscape, a new two-floor Tokyo destination with Japanese hot baths and a view of Mt. Fugi: Pick an Aman Spa, any Aman Spa, and rest assured it'll be an are-you-kidding-me-level-ofincredible escape. And rest assured that the spa's exclusive line of skin and body products is also five-star.

Don't miss: The Crystal Salt Harmony, an 84-mineral bath soak with lavender, rosewood, and jojoba oils. hps://www.the-connaught.co.uk/aman-spa/aman-spa-treatments/aman-spa-products-and-facials/

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FOUR SEASONS DUBAI WITH fRESH, SOPHISTICATED STyLE, LuxuRIOuS fOuR SEASONS RESORT DuBAI AT JumEIRAH BEACH INvITES yOu TO A LAZy BEACHfRONT SANCTuARy – WITH THE CLOSEST ACCESS TO SHOPPING AND ENTERTAINmENT IN DOWNTOWN DuBAI.

THE HOTTEST DINING IS RIGHT HERE AT SEA fu, COyA, NuSR-ET AND JEAN-GEORGES

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THE PEARL SPA Inspired by Dubai’s ancient pearl industry, The Pearl Spa at four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach creates an experience of luminous luxury.

Discover elite-level skin care and massage treatments, and enhance your Dubai day spa experience with deluxe aqua thermal experiences and complimentary access to the fitness Centre and indoor pool.

The style is soothing and restful – enhanced by internationally trained staff who provide personalised care.

Relax and rejuvenate in the intimate atmosphere of our Jumeirah hotel spa, featuring 10 spacious treatment rooms.

Discover leading-edge skin care using premium product lines such as Natura Bissé,

Sodashi and Dr Burgener.

Signature treatments connect to Dubai traditions, incorporating crushed pearls, camel milk and desert sand for body scrubs, while hammam rituals feature classic ghassoul clay treatments.

Deepen your Dubai spa experience in the separate men’s and women’s locker rooms, each featuring an aqua thermal experience like no other in Dubai. Savour time moving between the steam room, heated whirlpool, ice fountain and the rain shower with different environmental themes. Then find invigoration in the 24-hour fitness Centre and the indoor lap pool. for top Dubai hairstyling, discover Ever En vogue, the women’s beauty salon from Switzerland, and Byblos, the men’s grooming lounge.

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THE PEARL SPA JOURNEY Embark on a journey – a story of culture, a story of time. Discover the ancient traditions of the pearl industry with a pearl oyster opening demonstration in your own private relaxation lounge, where you will find your very own real pearl from the Arabian Gulf. your journey continues as you relax in tandem in your private soaking tub enjoyed in the romance of scented candlelight with a glass of bubbly. Continuing with a full-body massage with the aromatic warming essence of Arabian oud to melt tension away, a relaxing signature facial using the customised Pearl Spa Collection concludes your very unique experience.

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FACIAL TREATMENTS An expert consultation at the beginning of your facial ensures the best treatment choices for your skin type. Each facial includes a deep-tissue firming and liing facial massage. Our expertise combines the latest technologies in anti-ageing with exclusive natural ingredients.

SPA THERAPY JOURNEYS Connect - This first-class session begins with a marine mineral scrub to exfoliate your skin and prepare it for the next treatment. A detox mask is applied all over the body to deeply cleanse and detoxify. A warm seaweed wrap allows a rich array of minerals, vitamins and enzymes to penetrate your pores and nourish your skin. Continue on your journey with a contouring and slimming massage to help remove blockages and eliminate toxins using a specially formulated detoxifying body oil.

Conclude your experience with a detoxifying facial with extractions, leaving your skin cleansed and renewed and your senses revived.

HAMMAM-INSPIRED RITUALS mOROCCAN INSPIRATION - This exotic treatment was inspired by the enchanting moroccan hammams. Begin with a facial cleanse, followed by an application of our pure cold-pressed black soap. While relaxing in the steam, allow the rich essential fay acids and vitamins to deeply penetrate the skin; this full-body exfoliation with a Kessa glove ensures in-depth cleansing. A ghassoul body wrap is then applied to purify and balance the skin. End this ritual with a rinse and moisture application to the face and body. www.fourseasons.com/dubaijb/spa

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Savor Beauty Simple, farm-fresh skin-care products made daily in the Hudson Valley and shipped to the West Village spa. Loaded with natural ingredients, the creams, masks, and serums make skin plump and dewy—and smell just as fancy as many of our prestige standbys. Don't miss: the Renew Pumpkin Serum, a nongreasy mix of four ultrarich oils (including meadowfoam-seed and pumpkin-seed oils), and the Manuka Honey Mask, a detoxifying formula with papaya, sage, and apricot extracts to brighten and smooth skin. www.savorbeauty.com

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MIRAGE

Set in 65 acres of lush gardens and a kilometer of private beach, peaceful lives in remarkable opulence. Acclaimed internationally as a rejuvenating destination spa, experiences both distinctive and ceremonial draw upon the traditions of the land.

On a kilometre of private beachfront overlooking the amazing landscape of The Palm Island Bay, One&Only Royal mirage commands a regal presence amidst 65 acres oasis of lavishly landscaped gardens, just minutes away from Dubai marina.

In recognition of the many different ways each of us respond to the stresses of life, our entire spa philosophy pivots around three different approaches entitled unwind, Restore and Elevate.

These themes will act as a guide to help you find the experiences which meet your exact needs of the moment. Our mission is to recognise you as an individual, offering you holistic, tailored spa experiences ranging from pure relaxation to unique wellness journeys.

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In recognition of the many different ways each of us respond to the stresses of life, our entire spa philosophy pivots around three different approaches entitled unwind, Restore and Elevate.

These themes will act as a guide to help you find the experiences which meet your exact needs of the moment. Our mission is to recognise you as an individual, offering you holistic, tailored spa experiences ranging from pure relaxation to unique wellness journeys.

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Unwind Sometimes in this fast world we get wound up like a spring and out minds don't stop. Nervous tension can build up and we find it difficult to unwind or sleep. unwind will calm the mind and nerver, easing muscle tension to archieve a sense of depp relaxtion and peace.

Restore During the time of stress, lifestyles can become unhealhty and out bodies may feel sluggish and in need of detoxification. Restore has been

designed to cleanse and purify both mind and body, restoring your natural equilibrium.

Elevate Everyday stress can oer lower energy levels, leaving you feeling emotionally drained and creating a sense of exhaustion. Elevate focuses on raising energy levels throught different mediums of treatment, activity and carrefully selected ingredients, resulting in a sense of wellbeing and renewed vitality.

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Dining at One&Only Royal mirage is a unique journey within eight different restaurants between The Palace, Arabian Court and Residence & Spa. Each venue presents an authentic culinary experience in a distinctive environment. The Palace offers four different restaurants, including mediterranean flavours at Olives, exceptional moroccan fare at Tagine, an elegant dining on European cuisine at Celebrities, and fresh grilled seafood and bright salads at The Beach Bar & Grill. Within Arabian Court, guests may discover seductive Indo-European flavours at Nina, savour

all-day dining on traditional recipes from the middle East and northern Europe at The Rotisserie, or experience the floating majlis overlooking the Arabian Gulf at Eauzone featuring international cuisine with an Asian twist. www.oneandonlyresorts.com/one-and-onlyroyal-mirage-dubai

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KEMPINSKI PAL A STAY IN ONE OF OUR LUXURIOUS 244 SUITES, VILLAS AND PENTHOUSES MAKES KEMPINSKI HOTEL & RESIDENCES PALM JUMEIRAH YOUR IDEAL CHOICE WHEN VISITING DUBAI.

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LM JUMEIRAH To make the most of your stay, visit our four restaurants and bars, relax at our private beach or take a stroll in our five-acre territory.

Alternatively, rejuvenate your senses at our Cinq mondes Spa aer an event at one of our nine meeting venues.

Situated in a luxury penthouse, the four spacious treatment areas each include a private bathroom and dressing area. By starting your day in either of the indoor or outdoor lounges, your experience at Cinq mondes will both relax and revitalise your body and mind.

THE CASCADES SPA & THALASSO Run in partnership with the world-renowned Cinq mondes Spa from Paris, the spa is found on the second floor of the hotel, just waiting for you to step through the doors and into a world of pure relaxation.

Cinq mondes combines traditional treatments and ancestral rituals with cuing edge cosmetology. Cinq mondes products are developed by top pharmacists in their Parisian laboratory.

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SPA TREATMENTS Rest, relax and rejuvenate at Cinq mondes Spa in Dubai at Kempinski Hotel Palm Jumeirah. Our experienced therapists will remove the knots from your neck with the best in Dubai massages and put a spring in your step with relaxing ‘ritual’ treatments. Enjoy treats from full body massages to moisturising wraps while the soothing environment melts your stress away.

SPA RITUAL STAYS Discover a selection of the best treatments and massages of Cinq mondes through Spa Experience Rituals, Revivifying Beauty Rituals, Serenity Rituals, Sources of Energy Rituals, Best Cinq mondes Rituals, Bliss ...

DAY SPA Discover a selection of the best treatments for your well-being at Cinq mondes through”Ko Bi Do“ Imperial youthful Ritual, Royal Ritual from Siam, Revivifying Tropical Ritual,

BATH RITUALS AND BODY TREATMENS Preparatory treatments are perfect before a massage or a face-care massage, allowing total relaxation of the body and the mind. Welcoming Ceremony, Aromatic Scrub with Spices, ”Papaya Puree“ Radiance Scrub, TREATMENT RITUALS - FACE Personalized to each skin type, our facial massage-treatments combine the efficiency of CINQ mONDES ’Dermapuncture’ or the ‘acupuncture gesture without needles’ and the performance of natural professional products. www.kempinski.com/en/dubai/palm-jumeirah/

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Ishga Scoish Seaweed Collection Another Scoish connection, this range of 100% organic skincare uses sustainably harvested seaweed from the Hebrides. Seaweed is know for its magical detoxifying and anti-ageing properties thanks to its high content of natural anti-oxidants and the five star Blythswood Square spa uses this range for everything from facials to body wraps. Also available at other UK spas including including the ASPA at Auchrannie Resort, the Spa at Turnberry and Seaham Hall in Durham. hps://www.ishga.com/spa/

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LONDON HOTEL ON HISTORIC PARK LANE Steeped in history, this London hotel was once the site of a royal residence. Now the epitome of contemporary elegance, the hotel is located just steps from Hyde Park and in view of Buckingham Palace. Enjoy people watching in our chic lounge or escape to our full-service spa.

Savour the menu at Theo Randall’s, voted the ‘finest Italian in London’ or try Cookbook Café offering a fresh, seasonal menu. Bike the Serpentine or stroll the South Bank, from County Hall to Borough market.

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PARK ENTAL LANE SPA EXPERIENCES AS INDIVIDUAL AS YOU Spa InterContinental takes a unique approach to pampering, with elements such as lighting, music and aromas customised to match your personal preferences. Treatments using the British brand Elemis satisfy your craving for hours of bliss or a quick beauty pick-me-up.

The chic urban seing, which is equally comfortable for ladies and gentlemen, also features: • vIP Suite with couple’s treatment beds, private lounge

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SIGNATURE PACKAGES & TREATMENTS We combine the treatments of your choice to create exclusive experiences tailored to your specific needs. Our own signature creation, the English Rose package, includes a facial and massage.

Spa InterContinental’s capable therapists and estheticians ensure every treatment experience meets your personal expectations and their professional high standards.

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SIGNATURE TREATMENTS Exclusively for the festive season, Spa InterContinental introduces the Ginger and Lime Spirit Reviver designed to give you that wonderful feeling of wellbeing during the hectic build up to Christmas and the New year. Or why not try something completely new that will make you sparkle all the way through the party season?

Lash Perfect eyelash extensions enhance your look creating spectacular wide eyes and long fluering lashes, this season's ultimate fashionfix. www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/gb/en/lo ndon/lonhb/hoteldetail

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FAIRMONT THE PALM IS AN IDYLLIC FIVE-STAR RESORT SITUATED ON DUBAI’S MOST SOUGHT-AFTER ISLAND COMMUNITY, PALM JUMEIRAH. A LUXURY BEACHFRONT RESORT WITH UNRIVALLED VIEWS OF THE ARABIAN GULF AND GLITTERING DUBAI MARINA SKYLINE, THE CITY’S MAJOR ATTRACTIONS AND AIRPORTS ARE ALL LOCATED WITHIN EASY REACH, MARKING THE RESORT APART AS A UNIQUE LEISURE AND BUSINESS DESTINATION.

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WILLOW STREAM SPA AT FAIRM Willow Stream Spas are fairmont’s signature health and wellness spaces, and can be found at the heart of some of the world’s most dynamic cities, mountain retreats and on ocean shores.

Relaxing, sensorial and social, our spas are an escape from the outside world where body, mind and soul are nourished and restored, leaving you energized from within.

Our authentic spa experiences have been chosen with the utmost care and aention to detail, including our choice of exceptional spa products.

Kerstin florian International, Shiffa Dubai and Aromatherapy Associates represent a trio of acclaimed brands that each deliver unique holistic benefits when used as part of our therapies and rituals.

Willow Stream Spa at fairmont The Palm reflects the energy of its surroundings, from the city’s urban joie de vivre and the unspoiled beauty of the surrounding desert, to the flowing waters of the Arabian Gulf.

Take a deep breath and relax in any one of our 11 tranquil spa suites, which include two couples suites and calming balcony spaces with pool views, relaxation lounges, steam rooms and a sauna.

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MONT THE PALM The signature menu of Willow Stream Spa treatments embraces the natural surroundings and reflects Dubai’s desert heritage with a collection of authentic, transformational therapies that offer personalized wellness solutions from luxurious facials and bespoke massages to results-focused body treatments.

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A beachfront sanctuary, our women-only spa offers: • Choice of indoor and outdoor spaces to unwind in or relax with friends over a menu of healthy spa cuisine • A thermal suite featuring ambient sound and lighting with a large steam area and series of experiential showers where the water temperature ranges from invigorating Arctic to soothing tropical, enhanced by aromatherapy essences • A traditional moroccan hammam • A club-style space, our male spa offers: • Spaces to relax and recharge aer a long flight, busy work day or energetic gym session • A thermal suite featuring a cooling ice fountain, aroma-inspired steam room and experiential shower series • A traditional hammam for a authentic and expertly delivered body scrub

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THE PALM The resort of Atlantis evokes a feeling of luxury; it’s a breath-taking world of its own where fabulous experiences can be enjoyed by any age.

Take the Imperial Cub for a heightened level of service, exclusive privileges and access to the private beach. unwind with a personalised service, or dodge the queues at Aquaventure Waterpark, or Lost Chambers Aquarium. Allow the kids some mammoth fun with the Atlantis Kids Club, sea-lion or dolphin experiences and for the adults, step into ‘N Dulge Nightclub and wile away the hours on the dance floor, terrace or lounge.

Besides the wealth of entertainment and leisure, there is a fabulous choice of elegant rooms and suites with views over The Palm, the beautiful

Arabian Sea, and the magnificent Dubai skyline.

Choose from luxury guestrooms of the highest standard, select a club suite for additional privacy, and exclusive benefits or opt for the most decadent of all, the Signature Suites and let Atlantis show you what it can really deliver!

Beyond imagination and unrivalled, Atlantis Signature Suites are nothing but sheer opulence, evident in the style portrayed in each one. Guests can select underwater Suites with picture window views of the breath-taking aquarium, a Presidential status with unmatched elegance, or the Grand Atlantis with a palatial lounge, spectacular terrace and 429 square metres of pure decadence. Words simply don’t do justice!

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Linger amidst endless services, spa and fitness, superb meeting and event facilities, beaches, pools and shopping, or boat and helicopter tours.

Savour delectable brunch in Gordon Ramsey’s renowned gastropub, sample the fine wines that accompany delicious Italian, or relish the Chinese specialties served in yuan Bar and Lounge. The world of Atlantis really is your oyster.

At the heart of this breathtaking resort lies an oasis of peace and tranquillity. ShuiQi Spa & fitness is the ideal escape from the stress and strain of everyday life, helping you to relax, unwind and rejuvenate during your stay at Atlantis, The Palm. Indulge your senses in an awe-inspiring and serene water surrounding, set over two magnificent floors in the West Tower.

ShuiQi Spa has 27 treatment rooms, with separate male and female relaxation areas and changing

rooms. Guests can also enjoy a secluded Royal Spa Suite, a wet area for pure relaxation and a state of the art fitness facility. A selection of bespoke treatments and rituals have been carefully craed by our exclusive partner Shiseido, to deliver unique treatments specifically for ShuiQi. ShuiQi is home to many other wellknown brands such as ESPA, Aromatherapy Associates, Bastien Gonzalez and Gentlemen’s Tonic to deliver an extensive range of luxurious treatments and products.

We invite you to experience the harmony between water and energy that is ShuiQi Spa & fitness.

Shiseido Shiseido is the fruit of an alliance between Eastern traditions, philosophies and Western science and technology. Indulge in facial and body

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treatments by Shiseido and experience the rejuvenate power from a leader in health and beauty solutions for over 140 years.

Aromatherapy Associates Aromatherapy Associates maintain the highest standards of quality to bring you an aromatherapy experience that’s as effective as it is luxurious.

ESPA Treatments ESPA is a complete collection of skincare and spa treatments each expressing their belief in the power of nature to calm, refresh and renew.

Bastien Gonzalez Bastien Gonzalez is world famous for his unique approach to foot treatments based on quality and innovation. He designed and developed exclusive treatments for feet, nails and hands whose

uniqueness lies in the fusion of well-being and beauty.

Shiseido Japanese Ritual In the privacy of ShuiQi’s `Royal Spa Suite ́, this exclusive treatment begins with an infused rose petal foot bath and a Japanese inspired body bath.

The ritual continues with a full body Qi massage, scalp massage and Shiseido’s premium facial, ‘future Solution Lx facial Ceremony’ for her, and the ‘Time fighting facial’ for him followed by an elegant Sushi selection and Japanese green tea. www.atlantisthepalm.com/shuiqi-spafitness/shuiqi-spa

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Highgrove Baby Organic Originally developed for baby skin this bath and body range from hair guru Daniel Galvin Jr and facialist Alexandra Several is loved by mums too. A seal of approval from the majestic Skibo castle, as well the royal family AND every product is under £20 - what's not to love?

If we had to pick a favourite it would be the Baby Organic Bath & Body Oil: a fragrant blend of mandarin and chamomile delicate enough to be applied directly to baby skin. hp://www.royalcollectionshop.co.uk/highgrove-baby-bath-and-massage-oil.html

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The Royal mansour marrakech was born out of a vision to create a spectacular masterpiece exceeding the demands of today’s discerning traveller, while reflecting the true essence of moroccan tradition.

The owners of the Royal mansour marrakech wanted to celebrate architecture, ancestral knowledge and culinary arts as well as an innate sense of beauty which is part of the country’s heritage.

Like the great gates of the imperial cities of morocco, the monumental entrance is testimony of the local crasmanship as well as the materials and techniques used; such as the traditional cedar wood, chiseled metal and sculpted plaster work.

Just like the famous “Bab el Khemis” (Thursday Gate), the Royal mansour marrakech’s great gate promises; “happiness, wealth and prosperity”.

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MANSOUR IN THE HEART OF ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST CAPTIVATING CITIES, THE ROYAL MANSOUR MARRAKECH WELCOMES YOU WITH WONDER, LUXURY AND UNPARALLELED SERVICES. The magnificent main reception building with its fabulous lobby, the bar, the different lounges, the beautiful library, as well as the three renowned restaurants, entice guests in. Inspired by North Africa, Spain as well as Portugal’s traditional moorish architecture, the Royal mansour marrakech hotel design showcases symmetry entwined with classical forms. As for the interior, it is a pure celebration of the diversity and virtuosity of master crasmen from the Kingdom, with lace embedded plaster, carved ceilings, floors and walls, where Tadelakt and Zelliges take turns in the spotlight.

The ground-breaking, distinctive and ingenious masterpiece hotel design is magnified by an intricate series of underground tunnels to each of the property’s 53 riads, accessed only by staff and thus guaranteeing the utmost privacy and discretion.

The Royal mansour marrakech offers its guests unparalleled experiences of wonders and emotions, leaving an imprint in their memories.

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The Spa The Royal mansour marrakech Spa is a true paradise which promises to stimulate the senses, encourage relaxation and offer you a unique, unforgeable spa experience. upon arrival, guests will begin their spiritual spa journey, leaving behind the hustle and bustle of the city and daily stresses as they enter into a world of tranquillity and peace. The outdoor hot air gives way to a comfortable coolness within this vast wellness area. The purity of white, punctuated by the colourful floral bouquets and the serenity of the surroundings, are only interrupted by the melodious birdsongs and the soothing sounds of the water fountains.

At the heart of this enchanting universe is an impressive fairy-tale white wrought iron atrium, evoking an elaborate birds’ cage. Spanning three floors, the first, flooded with natural light is where massages, facials, water and enveloping treatments are administered. for additional privacy, there are three spa suites for private treatments and exercises at your disposal.

In total there are ten spa cabins offering a range of treatments from massages, facials, and hydrotherapy as well as aesthetic and beauty services with many treatments to choose from.

Guests that are seeking privacy can reserve one of the three private Spa suites for personal and private services, while enjoying a light and balanced cuisine, prepared by the talented hotel Chefs.

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As for the products, the specialists behind the Royal mansour marrakech Spa have opted for a selective assortment of “must haves”. The ‘marocmaroc’ products for the body are made in Europe, based on traditional local ingredients. As for the face, therapists have chosen skin care products by ‘Dr. Hauschka’ and ‘Sisley’, depending on the nature of your skin. for make-up and beauty it’s Chanel, a worldwide exclusivity at this Spa. for your hair, it is the expert of glamourous hair, 'Leonor Greyl', with its world-renowned Leonor Grey oil.

The ground floor of the Spa features two Hammams, a hairdressing salon with its private manicure and pedicure suites, a Watsu bath area, the boutique shop and finally a relaxation area.

The tea lounge provides a haven where guests can savour a quiet moment to read and enjoy the selection of healthy dishes, herbal teas and fruit juices. An impressive indoor swimming pool in its own orangery-style glazed pavilion completes the ground floor, whilst the lower floor is an area dedicated to a gym and an impressive range of state-of-the-art fitness equipment.

Immerse yourself in a feel-good oasis under a monumental glasswork. The Spa at the Royal mansour marrakech is not only a fitness, wellness and health area, it also mirrors the Palace’s majestic qualities. www.royalmansour.com/en/the-spa/

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SAXON HOTEL VILLAS AND SPA SOUTH AFRICA Spa and Studio The Saxon Spa and Studio is a retreat for peace and harmony that embodies a holistic way of life.

We blend modern understanding with ancient techniques to create a rejuvenating experience.

The Saxon Spa is a retreat for peace and harmony that embodies a holistic way of life. Here modern understanding is blended with ancient techniques, creating a rejuvenating experience to balance your energies, soothe your soul, relax your senses and restore a complete sense of wellbeing.

As part of the Saxon’s integrated philosophy to offer unique and select guest experiences, the Saxon Spa has embarked on a new development, which will allow individuals to create personally synchronised experiences.

The new Spa will embody a holistic healing journey and celebrate the Saxon as Johannesburg’s unrivalled leading boutique hotel and spa.

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THE SAXON SPA IS A RETREAT FOR PEACE AND HARMONY THAT EMBODIES A HOLISTIC WAY OF LIFE

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Experience the ďŹ ne art of relaxation The Saxon Spa and Studio is a retreat for peace and harmony that embodies a holistic way of life.

We blend modern understanding with ancient techniques to create a rejuvenating experience to balance your energies, soothe your soul, relax your senses and restore a complete sense of wellbeing. No interruptions, no intrusions, it is your own secluded haven for quiet contemplation and celebration of self and the senses.

The Saxon Spa is a truly original wellness centre designed with your wellbeing in mind, inviting you to spend quality time and enjoy an intimate Spa indulgence.

Our custom-designed treatments include Signature Therapies and Therapy Journeys, Skin Care and massages, using a holistic approach and promoting all-over wellness of the body, mind and soul. your time can also be spent on traditional Spa treatments such as facials, massage and Body Therapies.

All our treatments have been created to blend various combinations of aromatherapy, colour and scent with the best ancient and modern healing techniques from around the world. Our knowledge and experience ensures that you will enjoy an exceptional Spa experience as we help you dissolve away stress, soothe daily tensions, awaken a tired mind and restore complete wellness. www.saxon.co.za/the-spa/

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more than a luxury lodge, more than a dream safari destination, more than an African escape… Thanda Safari offers an authentically South African wildlife experience, matched with sincere commitment to the Zulu culture and passionate conservation of the environment. meaning ‘love’ in isiZulu, Thanda is a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World and multiple winner of World’s Leading Luxury Lodge. It is known for meaningful safari experiences and exclusive close-up encounters with Africa’s magnificent Big five.

Time spent in the bush is full of excitement, anticipation and wildlife wonder. But then it’s time to relax, to unwind and be still.

We’ve designed our two unique Spas to help you achieve this. Enter these sanctuaries of luxurious simplicity in the heart of the Reserve, where our expert therapists will lead you on a journey of beauty, healing and restoration.

Our signature treatments are a combination of western techniques and ancient Zulu holistic practices learnt from traditional Zulu women, to massage, soothe and heal. We offer a wide range of spa treatments, including a choice of facials, massages, reflexology, body treatments, hydrotherapy treatments, waxes, manicures and pedicures.

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Thanda Spa This haven for pleasure-seekers and heaven for lovers of nurturing is located in a secluded enclave within Thanda Safari Lodge, for the use of Thanda Safari Lodge and villa iZulu guests. The seing is a luxury spa environment that emerges from a bed of stone and rock, leading out to a relaxation deck and swimming pool.

Treatments can be enjoyed in our tranquil therapy rooms or outside in the sala space with beautiful views over the reserve. The peaceful and blissfully serene bush environment makes for a deeply memorable experience. In-suite treatments can also be booked on request.

We use the world-renowned, Dermalogica skincare range for our beauty treatments and incorporate indigenous ingredients and special Thanda touches. Our therapists are trained in the Dermalogica international method. www.thanda.com/experience/thanda-spa.htm

Thanda Tented Camp Spa for Thanda Tented Camp guests, our seing is a sumptuous safari tent with an open-air deck overlooking the Royal Zulu mountains where Thanda’s wild animals roam. We’ve developed our own special techniques to reflect the Thanda environment and its wildlife. One example is the Ndlovu Walk (ndlovu means elephant in isiZulu) treatment, a deep lymph drainage massage, based on the deep but gentle pressure of the elephant’s footsteps.

We use a range of non-allergenic aromatherapy and massage oils, herbs and essences. Our Spalicious range includes delectable creams, oils, soaks and self-heating sugar scrubs to delight your sense, with fruit extract and herb combinations that reflect the meeting of Africa and the World. for our facials we use the Six range of skincare products. This proudly South African product has been scientifically developed without any animal testing for optimal skin comfort and a sensory experience you will never forget.

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IN OUR EVOCATIVE ENVIRONMENT, YOU’LL FORGET THE PRESSURES OF DAILY LIFE. IN OUR THERAPISTS’ CARE, YOU’LL SURRENDER TO OUR SPECIAL SPA EXPERIENCE AND RELINQUISH ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR A MAGICAL WHILE.

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your journey begins in the most extraordinary seing you could imagine. Combining the best experiences of a private safari lodge with the charm of the camp, your journey will be unique and unforgeable.

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Zulu Camp is built in traditional Zulu style with streams from the nearby river running through the camp. your adventure starts as you stand on the deck overlooking the river that is home to many animal species. The sound of birdcalls echo across the water, and in the late aernoon you might hear the plaintive call of the fish eagle as the hippos return to wallow in the river.

In Africa we love telling stories of our experiences and sharing our knowledge of the African bush, of adventures and unforgeable animal encounters, our customs and our heritage. We are passionate about Africa and we share that passion with our guests. When you embark on an African safari you will soon discover that it is a life-changing adventure where our story becomes a part of your own.

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, SOUTH AFRICA The remarkable seing of the camp reflects your stay of luxurious comfort. your journey will be a holistic experience, ideal for quiet contemplation.

Here you are free to spend your time as you wish.

It is within this beautiful seing that one has a chance to reflect and gain a true understanding of the connection we have with our environment.

We have created a place with heart and soul that will inspire our guests to take home a lasting memory of the world they have visited.

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At Zulu Camp the unhurried atmosphere, combined with the natural beauty of the surroundings, creates a romantic backdrop for an idyllic bush retreat.

Whether you discover it in the bush, the mountains or the silence; whether you feel it in the air or see it in the magnificent, proud wildlife of this land, your own paradise is here, deep within the heart and soul of Shambala.

Shambala Spa Each unique therapy is created using pure, natural ingredients, aromas and textures to enhance a holistic sense of wellbeing. Aer your revitalising Spa time you can sit back and relax on the Spa deck and bask in the warmth of the African sun.

Enjoy a light refreshment while taking in the views of the river and the surrounding bush, with the sound of the water adding a magical theme. This is the most unforgeable Spa experience in a truly amazing bush seing. www.zulucamp.co.za/shambala/shambala-spa

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Ila Can bath salts really bring you inner peace? A scoop of these Himalayan salt crystals will certainly leave you feeling beautifully serene. Spa junkies have been on to Ila for years and the range of skin saviours gets beer every season (they've even had a Goop endorsement from Gwyneth Paltrow).

Available at the most stylish addresses around the globe including Shangri-La, Four Seasons, Jumeirah and Ritz properties, you can also purchase online. www.ila-spa.com

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ROYAL MALEWAN BUSH SPA The Hotel Royal malewane is a luxury safari lodge in South Africa’s Greater Kruger National Park that exudes the romance and beauty of a bygone age while offering every modern comfort and convenience.

The classic safari experience is unsurpassed with unrivaled game viewing and one of the most qualified guiding teams in Africa. your exclusive adventure will provide detailed insights into the complex and fascinating ecosystems of the South African bushveld.

Our guides and trackers will bring you thrillingly close to the Big five; indulge in sensual treatments at our tranquil Waters of Royal malewane Bush Spa and let the passion of our chefs delight you with nightly feasts under the African stars.

The lodge is easily accessible by air and road and is located in Thornybush Private Game Reserve on the Western Border of The Greater Kruger National Park.

The Safari Experience The private safari experience at Royal malewane will delight and surprise. Wildlife is the focus of the safari experience but there is something to delight every taste at Royal malewane. from the award winning spa to the sumptuous cuisine.

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THE WATERS OF ROYAL MALEWANE BUSH SPA The Waters of Royal malewane Bush Spa is an award winning spa in the heart of the African bush in complete harmony with its natural surroundings.

World-renowned for its beautiful seing and the sheer luxuriousness of its treatments, many of which make inspired use of indigenous ingredients. The spa at Royal malewane is an oasis of a very special sort – a chance to refresh and restore mind, body and spirit amid the serenity and peace of the bush. facilities at the safari spa are comprehensive and include a fully-equipped gym, a heated lap pool, steam room, hot and cold African baths and private casitas for relaxation or treatments. The Royal malewane Bush Spa is dedicated to your well being on every level, offering an experience to complement and enrich your stay.

Products Healing Earth is a South African product that we use for our massages, body treatments and some facials.

In addition we offer Dermalogica for specific facial treatments and Gelish, morgan Taylor and Essie for manicures and pedicures.

Relax around the pool in the central courtyard and take in the tranquility of your surroundings.

There are healthy juices and snacks available as well as complimentary wifi. We also have a small hair salon where we offer wash and blow drys as well as hair treatments. www.theroyalportfolio.com/royalmalewane/experiences/at/the-waters-of-royalmalewane-bush-spa/

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Discover why Hilton Namhae Golf & Spa Resort is a consecutive winner of the World Travel Awards. Nestled among the natural beauty of Namhae Island, a stay at our South Korea hotel is a true delight to your senses.

Take in the refreshing sea breezes and stunning mountain views while playing a round on our PGA-style 18-hole golf course. Enjoy a relaxing massage as well as upscale accommodations and ďŹ rst class dining.

Play a round of golf against the beautiful backdrop of ocean and mountains at the Hilton Namhae Golf and Spa Resort. Complete with its own 18-hole golf course and marina. Revive mind, body and soul with a visit to The Chill Out Zone, a unique Korean-styled spa and recreation facility, inspired by the ancient tradition of zimzilbang. Choose a Korean massage, indulge with a treatment, or simply relax with a soak in the indoor and outdoor hot tubs.

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Relax in a light, spacious guest room and feel at home in the separate living room and chill-out areas. Stay productive at the desk, unwind in front of the LCD Tv or pamper yourself in the large bathroom. upgrade to a Suite and enjoy a separate living room, chill-out area, two bedrooms and bathrooms. Look out at the panoramic island vista from the balcony, watch movies on the 42inch LCD Tv or soak in the bathtub.

Dine in the elegant surrounds of Breeze restaurant. Watch the skilled kitchen sta prepare your food in the open kitchen and savor traditional Korean dishes against the backdrop of sea views. Dine on sashimi and seafood, served in the traditional style in the understated Horizon restaurant, while admiring 180 degree views of the ocean and the mountain horizon.

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Play an unforgeable round of golf at this yearround 18-hole, 72 par PGA Championship course at the Hilton Namhae Golf Spa Resort. The fabulous ocean-front vistas provide a stunning backdrop to this stand-out course, with almost every hole offering panoramic views across turquoise waters. Perfectly maintained greens and fairways, and 18 beautifully-designed holes ensure an exhilarating game for beginners and experienced golfers alike.

Hilton Namhae Golf & Spa Resort is located in Namhae-gun, a well-known destination for beautiful scenery and its great yearly climate.

Recently awarded “South Korea’s Leading Golf Resort” and “South Korea’s Leading Resort” at the 2013 World Travel Awards for the seventh consecutive year running, our resort is famous for its dedicated and personalized service, offering leisure facilities and various seasonal activities in addition to the year-round golf. hp://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/southkorea/hilton-namhae-golf-and-spa-resortNAMHIHI/index.html

HIGHLIGHTS 150 spacious suites and 20 Grand Villas 18-hole PGA-style golf course Year-round golf and outdoor activities Upscale facilities and massage therapy at the Spa 7 restaurants, cafés and bars Modern meeting spaces for up to 250 delegates

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AN OASIS AMONG THE RUGGED OUTCROPS OF THE ARAVALLI MOUNTAIN RANGE, AMANBAGH IS A RAJASTHANI RETREAT INFORMED

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Just 90 minutes from Jaipur, the Bengal tiger sanctuary of Sariska National Park is a short drive away. Each of the 40 Suites and Pavilions has a private courtyard or terrace and a deep soaking bathtub carved from green udaipur marble.

SUITES AND PAVILIONS Evoking the palatial grandeur of the mughal era, Amanbagh’s elegant Suites and Pavilions feature loy ceilings within domed cupolas and regal vaulted entrances. marble finishes are highlighted by intricate wooden screens, while mughal arches frame the bed on its raised plinth. Private courtyards or terraces open to the sights and sounds of the lush garden surroundings.

WELLNESS Amanbagh’s soothing holistic spa provides a range of therapies and treatments that soothe body and mind aer a long day of exploration, including massages, facials, scrubs and traditional henna art. Set amid the verdant grounds of the resort’s oasis seing, the spa’s highly-skilled team of experts makes use of exclusively prepared skincare products, created only from the purest ingredients

At sunrise, amidst the atmospheric ruins of the ghost city of Bhangarh, discover precious peace of mind with a private meditation and hatha yoga lesson. few tourists find their way to this intriguing, forgoen city. Here, a yoga psychologist will pass on their wisdom to rebalance the mind, followed by a cleansing vegetarian breakfast to soothe the body The maharaja/maharani massage is a rejuvenating combination of Swedish and deeptissue techniques. The ideal way to wind down, the massage’s long strokes and herb-infused oil ensure that tension spots disappear, so that you emerge feeling fresh and relaxed Transform yourself into a living expression of local artists’ creativity with the art of mehendi.

The body serves as a blank canvas for the henna paste, a symbol of health and good luck imbued with the distinctive atmosphere of Rajasthan.

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ADVENTURES The countryside surrounding Amanbagh reveals the ruins of an ancient empire embedded in a starkly beautiful landscape. The 17th-century township of Bhangarh - abandoned just a generation aer its completion - sits nearby, as does the centuries-old village, fort and temple of Ajabgarh, which can be reached by foot or camel from the resort. Sariska National Park, home to tigers, jaguars, sambar deer and more, is a short drive away, as is the temple town of Neelkanth, with more than 80 temples encircled on all sides by mountains.

Deserted from early in its history, Bhangarh is home to remnants of palaces, temples, pools and bazaars preserved amid green lawns and age-old ficus trees. Built in the 17th century by Diwan madho Singh of the Jaipur royal family, Bhangarh is a national heritage site to which the resort can arrange private guided visits.

The fort and old temple of Ajabgarh date to 1635 – its marble façade and 24-pillared open courtyard remain majestic today. Accessible from Amanbagh by camel, foot or jeep, Ajabgarh overlooks Jai Sagar Lake, on which shikara boat trips can be arranged.

DINING The regal, high-ceilinged Restaurant, looking out over the tree-shaded pool, serves seasonal menus that are centred on the harvest from the resort’s 8,000-square-metre organic gardens. Traditional Rajasthani dishes mix with the chefs favourites from across India, all of which can be tailored to suit individual tastes, to a backdrop of local musicians performing Indian folk and popular songs Locally-sourced, organic ingredients are integral to Amanbagh’s cuisine. Three-quarters of the produce used in dishes such as the Rajasthani thali and Hyderabadi lamb biryani are grown in the on-site organic garden, and all poultry is customreared in a free-range seing. www.aman.com/resorts/amanbagh

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THIS TIMELESS RETREAT ON THE WEST COAST OF PHUKET IS IN HARMONY WITH ITS IDYLLIC SETTING. ANCIENT AYUTTHAYAN ARCHITECTURE INFORMS THE DESIGN OF ITS PAVILIONS AND VILLAS, WHICH OVERLOOK LUSH VEGETATION AND THE PRISTINE ANDAMAN SEA.

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AMANPURI VILLAS Offering consummate privacy and gracious Thai hospitality, Amanpuri’s villas lie towards the tip of the peninsula, with ocean-front or garden seings. With a choice of two to nine bedrooms, extensive living and dining areas are arranged around a private swimming pool. Interiors feature Thai furnishings, art and antiques, and two live-in staff aend to guests’ every need AMANPURI PAVILIONS Set on a hillside overlooking a private white-sand beach on Phuket’s west coast, Amanpuri’s Pavilions are elegant and contemporary with oversized bathrooms and spacious dressing areas. Coconut palms cast tropical shadows onto private terraces, each with an outdoor lounging sala. views are of the gardens or the ocean, and a number of Pavilions offer private pools DINING EXPERIENCES AT AMANPURI Overlooking the swimming pool and beach, the Italian Restaurant and seasonal Beach Terrace serve locally-sourced fare centred on the fish and crustacea that come directly from Phuket fishermen’s boats. The Beach Club serves a selection of mediterranean grill and wood-fired specialities, and the Lounge pairs an array of

wines with oysters, appetisers and artisan cheeses. from November to April, these eateries are joined by a beachside Japanese restaurant, serving traditional fare that fuses local ingredients with produce imported from Japan.

Culinary specialities centre on the sea, including phuket lobster grilled with chilli and tamarind sauce. The chef selects locally-grown produce from the market daily and welcomes Amanpuri guests to join him in exploring the region’s rich culinary diversity Enjoy a candle-lit barbecue on Amanpuri’s whitesand beach as the stars come out above the dark evening sky. your private chef will create a bespoke menu tailored to your tastes, involving the catch of the day and a variety of Thai dishes Aernoon tea is served poolside, accompanied by kanom krok, a local coconut pudding with distinctive crispy base. A selection of teas are available, including homemade ginger tea with fresh passion pulp and plentiful ice.

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WELLNESS EXPERIENCES, AMANPURI Thailand’s distinctive gentle healing arts have evolved over millennia to include both practical and philosophical therapeutic elements. At the Aman Spa, natural herb-infused treatments are offered in six light-filled pavilions that include a private steam room, shower, bath, and outdoor meditation sala. These are joined by a gym and Pilates studio with panoramic views, a yoga and meditation pavilion and four floodlit tennis courts Created for the Thai royal family, the Royal Thai massage is a soothing and revitalising therapy.

The dry massage focuses on restoring the flow of energy in the body, using pressure point techniques to stimulate blood flow and release toxins along the body’s Sen energy lines.

A purifying and rebalancing journey, PuriBliss begins with a scrub that combines andaman sea salt and roasted coconut. An herbal steam bath then opens the pores, stimulating circulation, before a natural plant essence facial moisturises, followed by an acupressure foot massage to soothe body and mind Guided yoga and meditation sessions are offered at daybreak in the open-sided teakwood salas set high on the hillside. Private yoga, Pilates and guided meditation sessions can also be arranged, and there are personal trainers available at the glass-walled gym, which is perched on the highest point in the resort www.aman.com/resorts/amanpuri

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DATE PALMS AND OLIVE TREES DOT THE GROUNDS OF AMANJENA, A PEACEFUL OASIS OUTSIDE THE ANCIENT CITY OF MARRAKECH. THE RESORT’S INDULGENT TRANQUILLITY IS COMPLEMENTED BY EASY ACCESS TO THE MEDINA AND MOROCCO’S MESMERISING LANDSCAPE PAVILIONS AND MAISONS Set beneath stuc venitien domes with arched entrances, vaulted ceilings and garden courtyards, Amanjena’s Pavilions and maisons are cool, elegant dwellings with Berber carpets scaered over zellij-tiled floors. The sound of running water in fountains soothes while chaise longues and candle lanterns lend classic moroccan ambience.

Several offer private heated pools WELLNESS Amanjena’s spa is home to two hammams complemented by showers, washrooms and a glassed-in whirlpool that opens onto a relaxation courtyard with a bubbling fountain.

DINING Both restaurants at Amanjena are decorated with traditional moroccan elements, from the central, scalloped onyx fountain in the main Restaurant to the coral-hued tadelakt walls draped with moroccan leather horse saddles in the poolside eatery. Local ingredients and culinary traditions inform the cuisine, complemented by a range of cocktails served at the airy bar, where smoketinted mirrors are joined by old Berber daggers and Arabic swords in scabbards of deer antler, camel bone and olive wood.

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ADVENTURES A varied landscape of rugged snow-capped mountains, parched desert dunes and winding coastline, morocco has some of North Africa’s most diverse geography, all accessible from Amanjena. The ancient city of marrakech is centred on its 12th-century medina, a red-walled former fortress crisscrossed by narrow lanes. Its aractions extend outward to the golf courses on the city's outskirts and the surrounding villages, where lile has changed over centuries A uNESCO World Heritage site, marrakech's medina has been the focal point of the city for centuries.Alone or with a guide, visit the souks, tanneries, museums, mosques and the Place Jemaa El fna, one of Africa’s busiest squares and bustling day and night with entertainers and street food

visit a Berber village at the base of the atlas mountains and experience the hospitality of a centuries-old family home. Explore the market and paths surrounding the mud-walled houses and share traditional mint tea with a Berber family Stretching from the Sahara to 4,167 metres at the top ofJbel Toubkal, north africa’s highest peak, the atlas are one of the world’s most dramatic mountain ranges. Ascend to Kasbah Toubkal by car, helicopter or foot, where you'll enjoy a panoramic picnic lunch at 1,800 metres above sea level www.aman.com/Amanjena

Two minutes away, the 18-hole Al maaden Golf Course is joined by the 27 holes of marrakech Royal Golf Club, a narrower layout with lush vegetation and gardens that date back to the 1930s.

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SPA HONG KONG yumi Kwan, Spa manager at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Hong Kong, says her lifetime mission is 'the quest of balanced lifestyle – balancing mind and body creates a new state of mental and physical health, plus beauty and self-esteem'. This is what has been her own personal goal throughout her entire adult life. She always wanted to be a spa therapist, and she studied in both her native Thailand and in the uK with the alltime goal of managing a world-class luxury spa.

And here she is, today, heading what must surely be the world's highest spa, on the 116th floor of what is undoubtedly the world's tallest hotel, in terms of numbers of floors – the 312-room The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, is on the 102nd to top floor of the 118floor, 480-metre high, ICC Tower on Hong Kong's mainland side. Designed by Su Seam Teo of LTW Design Works in sophisticated champagne hues, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, covering 4,480 sq m in all, has 11 treatment rooms, and although it is managed by the hotel it has ESPA as its exclusive consultant, and only uses ESPA products.

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'Our most popular treatments are Lava Shell Body Therapy and the massage Experiences, and whatever they are coming in for, I encourage guests to think of it as a spa journey', explains yumi Kwan. She wants them to arrive 30 minutes before the appointment time, to benefit from the spa’s aroma steam room and sauna, experience showers and the relaxation room that, with floorto-ceiling windows, offers panoramic views across victoria Harbour to Hong Kong Island. During relaxation, ideally aer a treatment, a spa cuisine menu offers, say, organic green salads, gluten-free pastas and fresh fruit salads.

In all, 43% of clients are male, and about 11% of the total take a couple's treatment. 'Our mix is, on average, 50% hotel guests, and 50% locals, but we can boost the balance very quickly', she says.

During high summer, when the Hong Kong A-list is oen travelling, there are right-now promotions to hotel guests. Similarly, when there are the rare slight dips in hotel bedroom occupancy, social media allows locals to make use of come-today special offers. The yumi Kwan policy, by the way, is to allow children under 12 only to come in for manicures and pedicures, and any youngster aged 12 to 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times, including during the treatment.

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WELCOME ETIHAD AIRWAYS NEW FLAGSHIP FIRST CLASS LOUNGE & SPA AT ABU DHABI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT’S TERMINAL 3.

Inspired by the world’s most prestigious hotels, private members’ clubs and fine dining establishments, the lounge is an ultra-exclusive lifestyle environment which tells the airline’s acclaimed guest experience and hospitality story with unrivalled design, style and comfort, world class dining, and bespoke beauty and relaxation services.

The lounge features 16 unique zones designed to ensure that guests can relax, re-energise and be entertained in total luxury before boarding their flight. An à la carte restaurant, showcase bar, fitness room, cigar lounge, Six Senses Spa, Style & Shave barbers, nail bar, Tv room, secluded relaxation room, prayer room and children’s play room ensure that all guests receive a highly personalised experience and intuitive service.

Peter Baumgartner, Etihad Airways’ Chief Executive Officer, said: “Our new first Class Lounge & Spa is the jewel in the crown of our new lounge offerings worldwide and represents the best of our home city of Abu Dhabi. It is a showcase of intelligent product design, innovation, and superlative hospitality and service. This is not just a lounge but the ultimate airline hospitality experience and one which perfectly mirrors Etihad Airways’ evolution into the best airline in the world.

“Continuing our journey of innovation, this new dedicated first Class environment demonstrates our on-going commitment to developing worldclass products as we continue to reimagine travel.” measuring just under 1,700 m², and boasting expansive views of the airport, the new facility is open round-the-clock for the exclusive use of guests of The Residence, Etihad first Class, Etihad Guest Exclusive, Etihad Guest Platinum members (plus one guest), Etihad Airways Partner

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(EAP) airline first Class guests, EAP ‘Invitation only’ members (plus two guests) and EAP equivalent Platinum members (plus one guest).

Concierge, maître d’Hotel, Savoy-trained Butlers, chefs and mixologists among its highly trained lounge team.

Shane O’Hare, Etihad Airways’ Senior vice President marketing, said: “We are reimagining service and hospitality. Whilst this physical environment is truly remarkable, we have placed special emphasis on creating an aspirational luxury lifestyle space in line with our legendary inflight service offering. The result is the finest airline lounge and spa experience in the world.”

The Executive Chef brings with him immense experience from a long career with leading hotel brands including Ritz Carlton, Shangri-La, and Intercontinental. His team of skilled Sous Chefs, Demi Chefs, and Chef de Partie create superior haute cuisine dining served at an à la carte dining area. menus are changed frequently and feature a choice of Arabian, Indian and international cuisine made to order at any time of day. The kitchen prepares all dining in-house using the freshest, locally sourced, seasonal produce. Guests will also be able to experience a unique five-course Emirati tasting menu, developed by chefs from mezlai at the prestigious Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi. A casual dining and bar snack menu is also provided.

Guests of The Residence enjoy the exclusivity of their own private space discreetly located adjacent to the main lounge entrance. The secluded area boasts a dedicated Savoy-trained Butler, custom-made Poltrona frau Italian leather armchairs and sofas, its own shower room stocked with a range of Acqua di Parma products, a prayer room, and private dining.

Guests of the first Class Lounge & Spa will be aended to by a number of expertly trained staff all of whom have undergone a rigorous selection process. The lounge features a General manager,

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The sculptural showcase bar, which is now a striking feature of Etihad Airways’ new collection of global lounges including the recently opened New york and melbourne facilities, is stocked with 75 premium spirits, champagne and aperitifs.

A bespoke cocktail menu has been specially developed in partnership with leading Londonbased beverage consultancy fluid movement. The signature mocktail drink is the Abu Dhabi, which uses middle-Eastern flavours such as aromatic cold brew coffee infused with cardamom and sprayed with delicate rose water. All mocktails and cocktails featured on the menu are one-of-akind and have been named aer Etihad’s leading destinations including New york, melbourne, Shanghai, Paris, mumbai, Sydney and London. using ingredients inspired by these cities, cocktails and mocktails are all hand-created by specially trained mixologists, using syrups and garnishes such as candy floss and dehydrated rhubarb. The bar also offers a selection of ‘modern classics’, such as the mach 10 mojito. Negroni lovers will be delighted to know their favourite aperitif is mixed, barrelled and aged behind the bar.

The cigar lounge provides a choice of nine carefully selected brands including Hoyo de monterray, Cohiba, Bolivar, montecristo, Arturo fuente and Romeo y Julieta from its own humidor.

Each has been expertly matched with a number of whiskies and cognacs.

The Six Senses Spa comprises three treatment rooms with shower facilities. first Class guests can enjoy a complimentary treatment, while guests in The Residence are offered two complimentary treatments.

In keeping with a focus on health and wellbeing, the Relax & Recline area features a large video wall made up of 27 individual screens, soothing sound and lighting, and is furnished with six Poltona frau leather recliners. The fitness room is equipped with state-of-the-art Technogym treadmills and cross trainers, and male and female washrooms and showers.

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The Style & Shave area is staffed by talented barbers offering a series of hair and shave services, including one complimentary express treatment and a shoe shine service. The nail bar provides hair and nail services, including nail art, and one complimentary express treatment.

H.E. Eng. mohamed mubarak Al mazrouei, Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Airports, said: “We are delighted to support Etihad Airways with the launch of their first Class Lounge at Abu Dhabi International Airport. This new facility will offer guests a truly exclusive and premium experience, and is a reflection of the continued commitment by the airline and the airport to offer the best possible services to passengers flying through the uAE capital.”

The new facility adds to the airline’s expanding collection of 14 Premium Lounges including those recently launched in New york and melbourne in addition to Premium Lounges in Abu Dhabi (Terminals 1 and 3), frankfurt, London, manchester, Dublin, Paris, Washington DC., and Sydney. At Abu Dhabi Airport, Etihad Airways also operates a dedicated Premium Lounge within the unique uS Preclearance facility, and a Premium Arrivals Lounge. A new first and Business Class Lounge at Los Angeles LAx airport will follow in the coming months. www.etihad.com/en-us/experienceetihad/lounges/first-class-lounge-and-spa/

from an interior design perspective, the principles of style, space and serenity are complemented by Etihad Airways’ distinctive ‘facets of Abu Dhabi’ branding. With its geometric paerns and colour palee inspired by the uAE landscape, it is the ultimate expression of 21st century Arabian modernism.

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CALA Few spa experiences rival that at Laucala, where traditional Fijian therapies, organic amenities and serene seings go hand in hand. Four treatment villas – each with an outdoor tub, relaxation room and changing room – and two wet rooms with Vichy showers and steam facilities sit amid water features and tall palm trees, complemented by a beauty salon, pedicure and manicure rooms and the Spa Garden.

It’s here that herbs, spices, flowers and fruits are picked to create Laucala’s four signature scents: Molikaro (native citrus), Wainimate (medicinal herbs), Senikau (tropical blooms) and Qele (indigenous roots, woods and spices). Each scent is incorporated into the spa’s organic, amenities, including lotions and the massage oils used in spa rituals.

Signature experiences range from Fijian hot-andcold stone therapy to body scrubs using volcanic soil from the island and mineral crystal therapy.

Guests are encouraged to become involved in the spa experience through the Spa Garden, where an interactive display informs about Fiji’s tropical bounty. Guests can pick their own spices, herbs flowers and fruits – vanilla, lemongrass, cinnamon, nutmeg, coffee, ylang ylang, pepper, ginger – and create a signature essential oil, soap or lotion in the Spa Kitchen, where a coconut press produces oil in small batches. www.laucala.com/wellness

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With Lake Geneva and the Alps on the horizon, what beer place to recharge your baeries than the Spa at the Hôtel Royal, in Evian-les-Bains. Spa Evian Source draws its energy from its magnificent seing and its rich historical past.

Soak up its infinite purity and peace. Our highly professional and enthusiastic teams are happy to share with you its delightful atmosphere.

At the Spa Evian Source, you can enjoy an indoor and outdoor pool, a steam room and sauna, an Aqua Gym Fitness Pool, 30 individual treatment booths, an LPG Endermolab room and a relaxation room. Also discover the benefits of the Hydro circuit: outdoors, surrounded by nature, follow a circuit through water with whirlpools, water currents and jets to exhilarate and invigorate. www.evianresort.com

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Surrounded by tea plantations and bamboo groves, Amanfayun is a spiritual sanctuary informed by Chinese tradition and Buddhist monastic culture. Explore this centuries-old village, restored using ancient techniques, at your own pace.

Reflecting Chinese health and wellbeing traditions as well as the finest international spa therapies, the expansive spa is spread across five pavilions and encircled by bamboo groves, tea bushes and magnolia trees. Joined by a gym, Pilates studio and beauty salon, the eight treatment rooms host therapies ranging from reflexology and massages to seasonal baths and scrubs using local ingredients.

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Reflecting Chinese health and wellbeing traditions as well as the finest international spa therapies, the expansive spa is spread across five pavilions and encircled by bamboo groves, tea bushes and magnolia trees. Joined by a gym, Pilates studio and beauty salon, the eight treatment rooms host therapies ranging from reflexology and massages to seasonal baths and scrubs using local ingredients

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The reflective art of Tai Chi is guided in the meditation room, adjacent to the yongfu temple Combining deep breathing with slow, meditative movements, this ancient practice reduces stress, improves balance and increases strength Heated bamboo from the nearby groves is used as an extension of the therapist’s hand in the flowing bamboo massage.

One of many massages using local flora, the rolling and kneading of the bamboo is combined with an aromatherapy massage to infuse warmth and relax muscles Relax alone or as a couple in a circular wooden soaking tub in one of the bath house’s three treatment rooms.

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Following a steam bath, seasonally guided treatments provide a deep sense of peace, enhanced by the rain shower, steam room and seated showers

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AYADA M VOTED THE‘INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING LUXURY RESORT’ AND THE ‘INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING VILLA RESORT & SPA’ AT THE 2014 WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS, AYADA MALDIVES IS A PRIVATE ISLAND RESORT OFFERING A TRULY LUXURIOUS RETREAT WITH A GENUINE MALDIVIAN STYLE.

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MALDIVES Set in the relatively unexplored Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll in the south of the country – just a few kilometres above the equator – the luxury resort offers 112 spacious villas and suites, all with private pools, butler service and thoughtful fivestar detailing. Traditional thatched-roof watervillas stand on stilts over the resort’s peaceful lagoon, while beach villas offer absolute privacy amid tropical greenery alongside powder-so palm-lined white beaches. Food lovers can explore the six restaurants, while those seeking complete relaxation will find their haven in the large spa which boasts a Turkish Hammam and eight private treatment villas.

The resort is noted for its gardens and tropical greenery and is ringed by a pristine coral reef where dolphins are frequent visitors. The active can explore the area on a host of excursions while at the resort they can play tennis or badminton, take up watersports, learn yoga, Pilates or Zumba or simply hit the 24-hour gym. Outstanding diving and snorkeling opportunities surround the island on reefs that have barely been visited by humans while some of the Maldives’ best surfing breaks are just a quick speedboat journey away.

Weddings take place just before sunset in one of

the most beautiful private wedding chapels in the Maldives set in a tree-lined garden, or on the beach under a gazebo draped with flowing material.

Ayada Royal Ocean Suite With its distinct location on the edge of the jey, this duplex split level presidential suite is considered an island enclave and offers spacious bedrooms on the ground and upper floors, a lavish living area and an upper floor terrace providing a 180 degrees view of the Indian Ocean and the horizon with absolute privacy.

AySpa On offer at AySpa are 8 spacious and tranquil treatment villas some with their own hydrotheraphy baths, a segregated steam and sauna area, a cold plunge pool, a warm vitality pool and offers Maldives' first vichy room and private Turkish Hammam including an elaborate marble plinth that can be reserved for private use.

An elegant boutique offering a wide variety of ESPA products.

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The finest spa products on the market

Neom Neom's collection is one of the most comprehensive and delicious organic ranges on the market and has become a hotel favourite for jet set clients wanting some downtime between cities (for me, a Neom candle flickering at reception is an instant sign of a spa I will want to spend a LOT of time in).

Founder Nicola Ellio says: "Wellbeing is fundamentally about looking aer yourself and feeling the best that you can feel," and describes their candles as 'therapeutic treatments' that release no toxins, just gorgeous, natural oils to help you relax and recharge, wherever you are. www.neomorganics.com

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I Bagni di Pisa Palace & Spa is a member of the prestigious “The Leading Hotels of the World�, and is located at San Giuliano Terme near Pisa. The ancient thermal baths of the Grand Duke of Tuscany are still alive today in this exclusive resort, where the frescoed halls and antique furnishings take you back to the XVII. The Natural Spa specializes in weight loss and detox. The hot springs and relaxation treatments complete the experience of physical and mental wellbeing.

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The hot springs - created by nature, made luxurious by grand dukes and chosen by kings.

A unique spa, in the summer palace of the Grand Duke of Tuscany.

The majestic spa residence was originally built in 1743 for Francesco Stefano of Lorena, the Grand Duke of Tuscany. Over the centuries, it has hosted royalty, dignitaries, and celebrities as the destination of choice for a relaxing retreat with unrivalled wellness oerings

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Today, Bagni di Pisa is world renowned as a hotel and spa that honours the 18th century charm with frescoed ceilings, extravagant furnishings, oral gardens and captivating nature.

With a collection of pools and thermal treatment rooms, ancient treasures of art and history, innovative wellness facilities and delectable culinary masterpieces, Bagni di Pisa is where one can truly disconnect from the world and immerse into to a world of beauty and healing.

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PRESIDENTIAL SUITE

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The Presidential Suite has separate bedrooms, each with their own en-suite bathroom, in a split level/duplex layout. Each of the Suites has a large lounge area with a separate dining area as well as a private pool with a large sundeck that overlooks Table Mountain, Signal Hill, the city or Table Bay.

Situated on the rooop on the 8th floor of the hotel, the swimming pool offers the perfect spot to relax and soak up Cape Town’s summer sun’s rays.

Offering comfortable deck chairs and panoramic views of the Cape Town’s vibrant center city and Table Mountain, it won’t be long before you are completely at ease in this rooop oasis.

ODEON CINEmA Enjoy movies the way they are meant to be experienced… on the big screen Our retro 60s style, intimate and state-of-the-art screening room, consisting of 29 luxurious cinema seats and is conveniently situated on the ground floor of the hotel, adjacent to the hotel’s private conference and event rooms.

The Odeon Cinema library boasts a comprehensive collection of classic and modern movies, as well as a wide range of children’s films and sitcoms, from old favourites to the latest series. All of these can be enjoyed at your leisure and any time of the day..

The best of local and international sporting events are also screened upon request.

Of course, any cinema experience is not complete without popcorn, so specially tailored movie treats are available on request.

BEACH CLUB Not only are we favourably located in the heart of cosmopolitan Cape Town, but we also boast a Beach Club on the famous Camps Bay promenade – a unique quality for an inner city hotel.

Camps Bay is undeniably one of South Africa’s premier summer hot spots and is renowned for its pristine beachfront, glamorous people, trendy restaurants and glorious sunsets.

CAmPS BAy BEACH Hotel guests will have access to our exclusive Beach Club, which offers use of private lockers, shower and restroom facilities through the hotel’s VingCard system, thereby allowing you to have a change of clothing before heading off for a drink, or meal at one of the street-side cafés and bars.

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CAyENNE SPA

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The perfect escape…

Glamorous spot to mingle…

Tucked away on the 8th floor of the hotel, Cayenne Spa is a popular wellness sanctuary for guests due to its modern aura and tranquil atmosphere of relaxing comfort.

Paparazzi Bar & Lounge is influenced by some of New York’s most stylish aer-hour haunts and combines international sophistication with a uniquely South African feel.

Our array of therapists, who come with a wealth of experience from all corners of the globe, offer focused and personalised service, allowing guests to truly relax and emerge feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Located on the ground floor of the hotel, Paparazzi Bar & Lounge lends itself perfectly to a low key meeting venue and an intimate get together with friends and colleagues during the aernoon.

The spa offers an eclectic menu of modern treatments, all of which are tailored to sooth the senses and orchestrate complete physical, mental and spiritual well-being.

Sit back, relax and enjoy musical classics, supplied by our grand piano, while you sip on a glass of wine from our extensive locally sourced wine list.

The multitude of treatments offered includes full body wellness wraps, body exfoliations, massages and facials, as well as manicure, pedicures and waxing treatments. Cayenne’s Spa signature treatment, Intonga Stick Massage, which incorporates special African Intonga sticks provides a unique full body massage experience and is a popular choice among guests.

“People even more than things have to be restored, renewed, revived reclaimed and redeemed” – Audrey Hepburn

A delectable bar menu is also available for those craving a light meal or snack.

Influenced by some of New York’s most stylish aer-hour haunts, the bar combines international elegance with a uniquely South African feel.

The bar features the best of international and local drinks and is the ideal place to mingle with the hotel’s guests and locals alike. www.pepperclub.co.za

SINATRA’S RESTAURANT Sinatra’s restaurant combines a stylish and modern seing with a menu that boasts the very best of fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

Inspired by legendary American singer and actor, Frank Sinatra, the restaurant infuses traditional and modern dishes to suit both locals and tourists alike, and pays considerable tribute to “ol’ blue eyes” with a wall of fame highlighting his career.

Sinatra’s menu emphasises the chef’s seasonal approach to European continental cuisine and is ideal for a light lunch or a hearty dinner, whether it is for business or pleasure. The menu boasts a wide variety of dishes, including scrumptious starters, fresh seasonal salads, soups, grill and fish dishes, and a variety of delectable dessert options.

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