The 9 UAE spas that have been named among the best in the world

Dubai is officially the world’s best spa destination. It was one of many titles afforded to the UAE at last week’s World Spa Awards, which saw the country walk away with ten accolades. It’s hardly surprising, with the number of luxury hotels in the country, but it...

Cascade Spa director earns national award

BOSTON —  Julie Pankey of JMPankey Partners recognized Martha Zyla from Cascade Spa at Mill Falls in Meredith as the recipient of the 2019 Danielle Knerr Spa Leadership Award, given at the September SpaHive event at The Spa at...

With numbers growing, women-owned businesses find their niche

Kathleen Hendrickson has run a small business for decades, but she hasn’t grown complacent. There are certifications to update, trends to follow, finances to watch and phone and online orders to fill. She regularly travels to training classes and New York City to buy...

10 Most Expensive Spas in the World

What better way to relieve tension, alleviate stress, and achieve inner peace than a glamorous spa day? But, for some visitors, standard spas just won’t cut it. Instead of cucumber water, deep tissue massages, and gym locker-rooms, how about 3-hour hikes through...

6 Marketing Emails Worth Sending Your Spa Clients

Any sort of business, in any sort of industry, needs to be connecting with their clients using all modern techniques available to them. As a spa company you want to be putting your customers, past and potential, at ease in all of your communications, remaining...

Not Quite Legal In All 50 States, Part 1

By Michael Chernis, Esq., Chernis Law Group P.C., Santa Monica, California Cannabidiol (CBD) is the new rage in the alternative treatment of various health conditions. It is increasingly associated with treating serious illnesses, and alleviating ordinary symptoms of...

Olivia Newton-John honoured at World Spa Awards 2019

DUBAI, UAE – The entertainment icon, Olivia Newton-John, was honoured with the ‘Wellness Pioneer Award’ at the World Spa Awards 2019 in Dubai, UAE. The Australian singer-songwriter, who is co-owner of Gaia Retreat & Spa in Byron Bay, took top...

BE A GOOD HOST – YOUR MICROBIOME WILL THANK YOU

What’s your microbiome you ask? Okay, let me explain. Our bodies are inhabited by entire communities of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi and numerous tiny creatures that feed off of us. Think of your body as an independent ecosystem, with land...

5 Wellness Industry Trends You Need to Know

With the wellness industry reported to now be worth $4.2 trillion, it’s clear that consumers the world over are taking greater measures to prioritize their health and wellbeing in a multitude of different ways. This could be through any activity, service or product...

Mover and Shaker: Cindy Sinisi

Licensed Esthetician with 11 years experience in all aspects of the skincare business Cindy Sinisi has worked in spas providing services to guests and training other estheticians in treatment protocols. She has also been a spa manager and spa owner. In addition, Cindy...