spa industry

Everyone is born creative. However, for many of us – whether it is from a fear of failure or from past criticisms – our innate creativity goes dormant.

Sandhya Chilpalkatti’s perspective on innovation and imagination as editor and publisher of Spa Mantra magazine has drawn our attention – “reward the wackiest, out-of-box ideas.”

True innovation, rather than progressive improvement, in spa/wellness has been stagnant since 1957 when Harold Zinkin patented his “Universal Equipment.”

Thomas Steinhauer of Four Seasons answers our questions on the state of Spa in the U.S. and around the world.

Karl Lagerfeld goes from the runway to the hotel industry.

Question for the week:Is “incremental” innovation superior to “disruptive” innovation? The “debate” about “incremental” versus “disruptive” innovation in this issue of the Economist is an excellent read and well worth your time this weekend. Here are a few thoughts from the debates’ moderator, the person arguing that “incremental” innovation is superior and the person arguing […]

Shelley Berc and Alejandro Fogel are the founders and directors of the very popular Creativity Workshop, which is exactly what it sounds like: a workshop on creativity. They conduct these programs all over the world (the duo is currently in Prague, followed by Dubai). Last week, they were in New York, and I was fortunate […]

  In the last Weekender, we looked at two Top 10 lists of the most innovative COUNTRIES. There were some differences between the World Economic Forum’s and INSEAD’S lists, but there were also many similarities. In this Weekender, we’re taking a look at a few Top 10 lists for the other C word: COMPANIES. Because […]

Innovation: it’s just as important to countries as it is to businesses and organizations. For countries around the world, innovation can be a central driver of economic growth, development and jobs. Did you know each country has as an “innovation” score? The World Economic Forum’s 500+ page “Global Competitiveness Report 2011-2012” ranks 142 countries according […]

This issue is all about TED. Spafinder attended the 2012 TED conference this past week in Long Beach – one of the most fertile grounds for discussion about imagination and innovation.

There has been such a movement in this country to cook healthier recipes in order to safeguard our family’s health. But while we may be cooking healthier recipes, it is equally important that we are cooking those meals in pots and pans that don’t pose a health hazard.

Ok, let’s get down to the nitty gritty.  Just what is innovation?  And is there any benefit to me personally or professionally for understanding the concept? There’s a lot, and I mean A LOT of information out there.  My head is spinning. So, I took a definition journey… First stop: The dictionary Second stop: Wikipedia […]

“Innovation is the central job of every leader – business unit managers, functional leaders, and the CEO.” – A.G. Lafley, co-author, Game Changer Reading something like this would normally intimidate me. That was until I started studying innovation, imagination and creativity in preparation for the upcoming Global Spa and Wellness Summit in Aspen, CO this […]

Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spas brought Glambition right off the New York Fashion Week runways and right onto the streets with the Red Door Spas Beauty Bus. Check out the fabulous manicure and bombshell blowout they gave us!

Dorit Baxter New York Day Spa is honoring female vets returning home from active duty with free spa packages. Learn more about this package that aims to relax, rejuvenate and say “Welcome Home!” to our female vets!

In the Philippines, Medical tourism is likely to take a backseat to health and wellness programs.

Advocating wellness for all, Mariel Hemingway, Academy Award®-nominated actress and national spokesperson for 2012 Wellness Week™, led sponsor SpaFinder’s kickoff event and unveiled The Wellness Week Pledge in Washington, D.C., last week in the company of congressional leaders and wellness advocates.

We could quickly count the 10 reasons why we love Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain, but instead, we’re sharing the 10 randomly awarded prizes the spa is offering a few lucky guests in celebration of its 10th Anniversary.

“A world filled with innovation capability and innovators is a much more hopeful world.” – John Kao Many have said that the spa and wellness industry is seriously lacking in innovation and needs some spark. So, the Global Spa & Wellness Summit would like to bring you a new – and hopefully innovative way – […]

Most of us regularly strive to be the very best version of ourselves, but sometimes it’s hard to remember exactly how on a daily basis. To help you put one foot in front of the other, and to kick off Wellness Week, March 19-25, we’ve announced The Wellness Week Pledge – 7 Habits for a Healthier, Happier You. We’re giving you super-simple ways to commit to your wellbeing.