As soon as the calendar flipped to 2008, spa publications and other experts began rolling out their predictions of what spa goers would be asking for in the upcoming year. (But as these things go, what they are really doing is telling spa goers what the industry is telling them they should be asking for.) ... Within the various lists there was some overlap, but also striking opposites ... One prediction said we’d see more luxury spas with designer “labels.” There is now an Armani-branded
One of my personal favorite spa experiences is the Scandinavian Spa ... coupled with lots of time ... Situated just north of the Winter Olympic village of Whistler, B.C ... wrapped in a forest on the edge of Lost Lake and Spruce Grove parks, this unique spa overlooks incredible mountain vistas and valleys ... Invigorate and cleanse your body and mind in the hot baths and refreshing waterfalls, melt away with a relaxing massage, and breathe in the invigorating fresh-mountain air ... Whether
Often called the “Prettiest Town in Canada,” Niagara on the Lake, Ontario is famous for it’s history, charm and stunning gardens ... Beautiful baskets hang from historic lamp posts and seasonal flowers dot the landscape in this turn of the century town. Niagara on the Lake’s floral charm is carried through the Prince of Wales Hotel, where uniquely coloured roses can be seen and smelled at every turn ... The Prince of Wales Hotel is the jewel of the Vintage Hotels group, located in
Trend #2: Year of the Hammam ... By Susie Ellis, SpaFinder ... Insider ... Continuing down the list of the top 10 spa trends for 2010 we published a few weeks ago, the second one is what we are calling "the year of the hammam." This one turned out to be a surprise for many however the reaction has been enthusiastically positive! Here is the description and then some post-publishing notes: ... YEAR OF THE HAMMAM TREND ... With spa-goers increasingly seeking authenticity, tradition, and that
More on the Authentic Hammam Spa Trend ... By Susie Ellis, SpaFinder Insider ... I just love it when a spa trend we predict (especially one that some people think is “out of the blue”) begins getting buzz. So how fitting that a week ago we predicted the 2010 spa trend "Year of the Hammam” and in today’s USA Today they talk about the new Silversea Cruise ship with its medi-spa offerings and its new hammam! ... Am encouraged to see that this much-anticipated new Silversea’s cruise ship
So what’s the catch? There isn’t one! Planet Beach opens next Tuesday, December 8 at the Quadrangle and they are offering complimentary services through Saturday the 12th. The spa presents a new concept in which most treatments like Hydro-Massage, Hydro-Derma Fusion, Infrared Sauna, Luminous Facial, and UV & UV-Free Therapy are self-automated (which basically means [ ... ] ...
In honor of Armed Forces veterans, the Spa at Ballantyne in Charlotte, North Carolina invites all veterans to visit the spa on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, to relax and recharge by enjoying complimentary access to its spa facilities, including the Eucalyptus Steam Room, Cherry Wood Dry Sauna, indoor and outdoor ...
The Homestead, Hot Springs, Virginia ... Serving guests since 1766, the Homestead, in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of Virginia, offers guests a historic luxury vacation resort experience combined with sporting pleasures, outdoor activities and relaxation. All year round, endless adventures await at this premier mountain resort steeped in the rich tradition of Southern hospitality ... Built in 1892, the Homestead Spa is one of America’s most historic luxury spas. Still fed by the historic
Three Gazillionaires Share Wisdom with ISPA Audience ... By Susie Ellis, SpaFinder Insider ... Am in Austin, Texas at the annual International Spa Association (ISPA) event ... While there are fewer attendees this year, the mood is very congenial and people seem to be enjoying a more intimate setting ... This year there are two especially outstanding sessions ... Along with Lance Armstrong who will be speaking later this morning, yesterday’s afternoon general session was inspiring and included
YYOGA Flow Wellness opens in Vancouver ... Just minutes from the serenity of Stanley Park, and the crash of waves on English Bay, YYOGA has launched their sixth location - Flow Wellness ... The new center is situated in downtown Vancouver steps from the popular West End and Yaletown neighborhoods and a stone's throw off world-famous Robson Street ... The new location provides a modern and healthy environment that supports a strong sense of community, where everyone can move, breathe and have fun