Review: Carlisle Bay & the Blue Spa, Antigua
By Lisa BrownSitting on the southern shores of Antigua overlooking crystal clear waters, with a verdant rainforest backdrop Carlisle Bay is a petit piece of paradise…
Review – Vila Vita Parc & the Sisley Spa – Alice Hart Davis Checks In
By Alice Hart-DavisThis glorious resort hotel is set in 55 acres on the Algarve coast along cliffs that lead down to the ocean – it’s the Atlantic here, creeping round the corner towards the Mediterranean.
A Mindful Journey Inwards at Four Seasons Resort the Nam Hai
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An have announced this year’s green season getaway. Retreat is a three-day program designed to help guests tune into the body to tune out the mind and discover the bounteous benefits of mindful living.
Review – South Lodge Hotel & Spa – The Ultimate 5-Star Escape to the Country
By Amanda CamilleriFrom Exclusive Hotels – the masterminds behind Pennyhill Park – comes one of the UK’s most exciting spa hotels in the form of South Lodge.
Review: Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa
By Lisa BrownJust a short stroll from a gorgeous pebbled beach, Bailiffscourt features a charming medieval-style manor house and quaint cottages, all blending seamlessly into the picturesque rolling countryside.
Review – Boringdon Hall & GAIA Spa
Perched high on a hill just 6 miles north of Plymouth, a beautiful Elizabethan manor house literally steeped in history. Sir Walter Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth are among many esteemed guests that have graced Boringdon’s doors over the centuries.
Review: We Check in to Corinthia & ESPA Life
Perched in a prime location right next to the River Thames, the grand Victorian building which houses The Corinthia has been given new lease of life and now boasts some of the most stylish suites and penthouses in the capital. Combined with a state-of-the-art spa this hotel offers complete 21st Century luxury living in the centre of the metropolis.
Lefay Resorts Reveal a New Eco-Friendly Wellness Retreat in the Italian Alps
Lefay Resorts unveils the second jewel in its collection, Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti this week. The new spa resort is set amongst a mountain landscape, declared by UNESCO a “World Heritage site” for its beauty.
Review – ULTRAcel Therapy at the Dr Rita Rakus Clinic, London
By Lisa BrownWhere better to experience ULTRAcel therapy – the non-invasive ‘lunchtime facelift’ that beauty influencers and A-listers have been raving about – than a renowned London clinic that has had celebrities flocking at its doors for decades. Lisa Brown checks in to the Dr Rita Rakus Clinic in Knightsbridge to find out if the age-defying treatment lives up to the hype.
Review: We Check in to Cowley Manor & C-Side Spa
It’s the attention to detail that makes Cowley Manor stand out. From the service to the salt cellars, everything feels like it’s been carefully and lovingly thought out.
Review – The Regenerating Programme at Almar Jesolo, Italy – We Check In
By Lisa BrownAlmar Jesolo is gaining momentum as one of Italy’s leading spa resorts…
Review – Restore Body and Mind at the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace Willow Stream Spa
By Behiye HassanNestled among the shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland is the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace Willow Stream Spa, which offers stunning views of the lake and The Alps. The authentic spa experiences are inspired by local traditions, plants and herbs as well as Willow Stream signature treatments.
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Review – Edinburgh’s Grande Dame, the Waldorf Astoria, Gets a Shiny New Spa Update
By Laura MillarEstablished as a railway hotel in Scotland’s elegant capital in 1903, and still known by its original name, The Caledonian, its spa has had a smart rebrand, introducing some exciting new skincare ranges to its repertoire…
Review – The Light Retreat at Ockenden Manor
By Lisa BrownThe Light Retreat takes place at Ockenden Manor – a luxurious countryside hotel with a top-class spa and the verdant backdrop of the Sussex Downs – the setting in itself should be more than enough to make your shoulders drop and instil a lighter state of mind…
Review – We Check in to St Moritz Hotel and Spa – A Cowshed Retreat on the Cornish Coast
By Jody ThompsonMention the words St Moritz to most people, and their thoughts will turn to the exclusive ski resort in the Swiss Alps. But you can have your own slice of luxury closer to home at Cornwall’s sumptuous St Moritz Hotel and Spa for the perfect winter break – and if you really want to be sporty, just swap skiing for surfing.
Aman Unveils Its First Holistic Wellness Centre at Amanpuri, Phuket
A pioneer in resort spas, Aman has always delivered a transforming, holistic wellness experience, taking care of mind, body and spirit. Now, in February 2019 Amanpuri – home to the flagship Aman Spa in Phuket, Thailand – is expanding its offerings even further with the introduction of integrative medical services and Intensive Wellness Immersions at its new and revolutionary Holistic Wellness Centre.
Gaylia Kristensen Launches First UK Pop up at Sospa, Sofitel St James
By Behiye HassanThe founder of the Australian skincare brand has partnered with the exclusive London hotel to offer her signature facial treatments in Britain for the first time.
Homegrown Healing – Luxury Spas Across Asia Source Local Ingredients for Holistic Treatments
Any property worth its locally-sourced bath salt will know that many guests crave a sense of place when they are travelling. It’s a maxim that can be applied to various elements ranging from architecture to F&B offerings. Another area that many hotels are striving to keep hyper-local is their spas.
Spa & Romance – The Best Retreats in the UK for a Romantic Getaway
The day of love day is almost upon us and what better way to treat your beau than a romantic spa break. From blustery coastal retreats, to cosy countryside hideaways – here’s our edit of the most romantic spa hotels in the UK.
Review – The Age-Defying Treatment that Naturally Stimulates Collagen – At BEA Skin Clinic
By Annabel KermanBianca Estelle Aesthetic’s (BEA) unassuming clinic, tucked away down a leafy west London side street, is easy to miss. Inside the decor is equally restrained; the only sign that this is something other than an ordinary health clinic is that my fellow patients look anything but under the weather.
NEW Group Yoga Retreats Introduced at Ananda
Ananda is a world-renowned wellness retreat, located at the foot of the Himalayas in India. Set among 100 acres of virgin forest, Ananda enjoys views of the mountains, the valley of the holy town of Rishikesh and the river Ganges. The 24,000 square foot Ananda Spa is a complete wellness experience offering over 80 treatments.