Spas have traditionally spoken to our sense of touch (via massage, etc.), and to a lesser degree, our sense of smell (aromatherapy). Now, more spas will impact our eyes, ears and bodies with an explosion of “good vibrations.” We already know how deeply these forces impact us: how sounds of nature can help relax us;
Jonah Lehrer came under media scrutiny for including quotes in his book attributed to Bob Dylan that turned out not to be actual quotes.
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.
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.
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
In the Philippines, Medical tourism is likely to take a backseat to health and wellness programs.
Guests of Miraval Resort are feeling the good vibrations: The spa’s Taiz Sensorium treatment packs a punch with its rich cascade of vibrational medicine, music therapy, human touch and aromatic oils to engage all senses.
“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 –…
Meet Brutus the Bull, who can at times, be brutal. Brutus lives in Austin, Texas, at Travaasa Austin, and his main purpose in life is to help guests develop a stronger core, and have some Texas-style fun while doing it. Likely to be unlike anything you’ve experienced in a fitness setting, this mechanical bull workout…
We’ve shared with you some fantastic spa services tailored to ski lovers, but there’s another treatment we love that loosens the muscles pre-ski — plus, soothes the aches and pains après-ski: hot-cold contrast therapy.
Uniting both spa and gastronomy, the famous Beverly Wilshire Hotel has recently launched a new taste-based spa concept, A Taste of Beauty.