The well-loved resort of The Lux Collective, LUX* South Ari Atoll - known for its holistic wellness approach extending to lifestyle practices and beyond, is set to welcome global fitness and wellbeing experts from September to November 2023.
A Wellness Weekend with Yoko Kawaguchi
Bringing over a decade of experience in holistic therapies, Yoko will invite resort guests to release stress and tap into energy healing practices from September 4 to October 14. Her Auriculotherapy, Traditional Japanese Usui Reiki and Aromatherapy treatments are proven beneficial for physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Exclusively during the World Wellness Weekend on September 15 to 17, purifying Reiki sessions by Yoko will be available complimentary for all guests.
Beach Volley Camp with Jochen Shöps
A German professional volleyball player, Jochen will share his expertise with everyone who would like to sharpen their volley skills from October 21 to 28. With the track-record of supporting his national team in many wins, including the Olympic Games and World Championship, Jochen will host daily workshops and be the judge of the island’s Beach Volley Tournament in the tropical island setting of LUX* South Ari Atoll.
Farm-to-Table with Avinash Martins
Coming from India, Chef Avinash brings years of culinary experience to food enthusiasts during exclusive cooking classes and curated dinners hosted at the resort between November 13 to 21. Voted as one of the Top 30 Chefs by Culinary Culture and Sustainable Chef of the Year’ by Travel + Leisure India, Avinash’s food philosophy embodies his passions: slow food, sustainability, vocal-for-local and farm-to-table.
With LUX* ME Wellness concept at its core, LUX* South Ari Atoll offers a wholesome view on wellbeing. In addition to therapeutic spa treatments, the resort’s approach to self-care includes mindful practices, fitness for all levels, and conscious eating. Famous for its healthy and plant-based Keen On Green concept, which comprises a third of all restaurant menus, LUX* South Ari Atoll has been recognised for its sustainability and wellness practices with numerous awards, including “Best Vegan-Friendly Resort in the Indian Ocean” by LUXlife Global Wedding Awards and “Indian Ocean’s Best Wellness Retreat” by World Spa Awards.
Four Seasons Resort Hualālai, the only AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five Star Resort on Hawaii Island, is proud to host the 25th Anniversary Run for Hope with all proceeds to benefit cancer research. Four Seasons hotels and resorts have been committed to fighting this cause since the original Terry Fox Run held in 1980, and Hualalai continues this tradition for the community of Hawaii.
From September 8 to 9, 2023, participants are invited to partake in the two-day, action-packed weekend featuring a variety of activities including tennis and golf tournaments, and ending with the 5k and 10k run/walks and a keiki dash.
“We are incredibly proud to host the Run for Hope, in its 25th year here at Hualalai,” says Charlie Parker, Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Hualalai. “As stewards of this island, we are committed to giving back in many ways, including cancer research in coordination with Four Seasons worldwide.”
The weekend kicks off with the popular Taste of Hawaii Island culinary event on Friday, September 8 at 6:00 pm. Featuring talented chefs from throughout the Hawaiian Islands, guests will enjoy an evening of culinary craftsmanship, drinks, and entertainment by Grammy nominated producer and multi-award winning singer-songwriter Kimie Miner. The silent auction includes travel experiences and local products. Advance ticket pricing is USD 125 for adults, USD 45 for children 5-12, and complimentary for children 4 and under.
On Saturday, September 9, the Resort will host a variety of outdoor events. The annual Run for Hope will take place at 7:00 am with a 10K run and 5K run/walk along Hualalai’s oceanfront paths. The event concludes with refreshments, an awards ceremony, and raffle prizes at the Hoku Amphitheater. Advance participation pricing is USD 50 and includes a commemorative t-shirt. Registration begins at 6:30 am with warm up at 6:45 am.
At 1:00 pm an annual shotgun golf tournament will take place at Hualalai Golf Course. Participation pricing is USD 250 per person or USD 800 for a foursome and includes refreshments and raffle prizes after the event. Participants may also sponsor a golf hole, which provides custom signage and event entry for a foursome. Registration begins 12:30 pm and an awards ceremony will follow.
At 2:00 pm, tennis players are invited to join a round robin tennis tournament at Hualalai tennis pavilion. Participation pricing is USD 75 per person and includes refreshments and raffle prizes after the event. Registration begins 1:30 pm and an awards ceremony will follow.
To register for these events click here or call 808 325 8000 and a form can be mailed, emailed or faxed to participants. The deadline for registration for The Taste of Hawaii is 4:00 pm on September 7 and the deadline for the Run For Hope, and golf and tennis tournaments is 12:00 midnight on September 8. All registration pricing includes complimentary self parking.
Set within the tropical gardens and azure waterways of Jumeirah Al Qasr, Talise Spa diversifies its offering with exclusive multi-dimensional wellness modalities to perfectly balance emotional and physical wellbeing.
Developed by leading industry practitioners, Talise Wellness encompasses four crucial pillars of wellness – Mental Wellness, Mindful Movement, Internal Wellbeing, and Restore – each with a vast array of therapies, treatments, nutritional guidance, and meditation to cater for guests’ unique requirements, resulting in a truly personalised approach to wellbeing.
The ‘Mental Wellness’ pillar emphasises the importance of mental health and emotional support. Activities and holistic treatments include breathwork coaching, hypnotherapy, meditation work and more, to help guests achieve a balanced state of mind, support emotional detox and find relief from stress and depression.
The ‘Mindful Movement’ pillar optimises inner calm and strengthens mindfulness through physical movement and meditation. Talise Spa offers a wide range of yoga classes and guided meditation work, using advanced technology to deepen the connection with inner peace and achieve emotional and physical balance.
The ‘Internal Wellbeing’ pillar recognises the importance of mindful eating habits, promoting a balanced diet comprising of wholesome ingredients to enhance overall vitality. At Talise Spa, guests will be supported in their wellbeing journey through coaching and consultancy services in nutrition, naturopathy and ayurveda: the central theme is prioritising “feeling good overlooking good”, with a selection of vibrant and healthy dishes that are both nourishing and delicious.
The ‘Restore’ pillar offers an extensive range of activities from therapies such as angelic reiki and crystal healing, to workouts like TRX (total body resistance exercise) and Pilates reformer, giving guests the chance to rejuvenate and replenish mind and body.
These four pillars are the foundation of Talise Spa’s new, multi-dimensional wellness offering, with unique and bespoke programmes designed to promote wellness and rejuvenation whilst aligning with the guest’s individual needs and preferences.
Guests can choose whether to enhance theirvitality with the “Recharge” programme, address the root causes of routine imbalances through “Sleep”, or join the “De-Stress” programme to release any physical tension. Expectant mothers can also find holistic support for them and their bumps in entering the new chapter of motherhood with the “Mother-to-be” pillar, while “Women 360” provides healing therapy for every stage of a woman’s life and needs.
The spa’s programmes also include some of the most innovative treatments in the wellness industry, including Lucia Light Therapy, that promotes relaxation through a unique combination of light, sounds and meditation, and therapies aimed at the promotion of balance, flexibility and strength like Tai Chi and Qi Gong, or the improvement of emotional balance and wellbeing through intuitive energy healing. Specific body areas can be targeted to improve circulation through Reflexology, while PSYCH-K energy psychology helps guests to focus their thoughts through subconscious reprogramming.
Humankind’s striving for physical, mental and emotional wellbeing runs like a golden thread through every new beginning, leading over the centuries to a vast and constantly evolving spool of knowledge. Since 2016, Aman Wellness has been dedicated to preserving and adding to this invaluable repository. Honouring the ancient wisdom of traditional practices while keeping a lens on the future, Aman has consistently woven positive change into the intricate and unique tapestry of each guest’s state of being. As we welcome the spring season, Aman’s evolved methodology of Well-Living aims to help guests reach their full potential with even greater efficacy, introducing advanced programmes, retreats and the new Aman Essential Skin range across the globe.
A forward-facing methodology rooted in the past
Taking Aman Wellness to the next level, Aman Well-Living is a holistic, innovative and immersive wellness offering promoting life-long change and longevity. Encompassing every aspect of personal health, it is upheld by five intrinsic pillars of wellness. The first – Medical – embraces the technological innovation of modern medicine to heal, as well as the complementary powers of functional and integrative medicine to rebalance and restore. The second and third pillars cover Nutrition and Movement, while the fourth – Wellbeing – recognises the importance of spiritual health maintained through mindfulness and the meeting of energetic needs. The final pillar is Recovery & Support, which aims to boost the body’s ability to self-heal and recuperate through time-tested traditional remedies and the very latest wellness technologies.
Aman has always believed that transformational experiences in combination with privacy, the right environment and compassionate guidance are of the utmost importance in optimising wellbeing. In 2023 and beyond, Aman Well-Living will amplify each of these aspects to ensure increased personalisation and ever more impressive results. Resident medical professionals and practitioners will oversee Aman Personalised Wellness Immersions at select resorts as defined by each of the five pillars, while Aman Personalised Retreats will focus exclusively on the four non-medical pillars. Enhancing spiritual, emotional and psychological wellbeing, Aman Wellness Journeys will be hosted by visiting specialists sharing their wisdom at Aman’s most tranquil retreats.
A centre for longevity in New York
Drawing its name from the Sanskrit-derived word for ‘peace’, Aman now offers 34 exceptional resorts and hotels around the world. The brand’s most recent opening is Aman New York, which has epitomised Aman’s expanded wellness philosophy with its growing reputation as a centre for longevity. The very definition of an urban sanctuary with over 25,000 square feet of space, Aman New York’s unmatched facilities range from a 3,000-square-foot Fitness Centre and double capacity Cryotherapy Chamber to a 65-foot heated swimming pool flanked by firepits. They also include two luxurious private Spa Houses. Temples of wellness providing half- and full-day retreats like nowhere else in Manhattan, each features a marble Hammam steam room or a wood-clad Banya sauna, as well as a double treatment room, a spacious living area with fireplace and a large outdoor terrace with a hot bath and cold-plunge pool – canopied for year-round use.
Serving as a wellspring for enhanced wellbeing beyond its physical boundaries, it is Aman New York’s bespoke Wellness Solutions and Wellness Immersion Programmes that truly set it apart. In the spa’s Functional and Integrative Medicine examination and therapy rooms, Harvard-trained physician Dr. Robert Graham, Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners and other in-house specialists assess individuals via body composition analysis methods such as Bioimpedance screening. They then assist in the creation of tailored, multi-disciplinary plans of varying duration designed to achieve any wellness goal – be it rehabilitating an injury, working towards a marathon, or reducing stress. These customised programmes draw on the latest research to enable peak performance and a whole new level of personal wellbeing.
New Aman Essential Skin
Launched in February 2023, Aman Essential Skin is the newest skincare line from Aman created in partnership with KOSÉ in Japan. The new line comprises five products that combine to form a functional and effective daily skincare routine supporting the natural skin barrier. Together they encourage deep hydration and protect from daily environmental stressors using a unique blend of potent herbs long valued in Japan for their powerful effects, as well as skin actives including Vitamins C and E, peptides and hyaluronic acid.
The Essential Skin collection includes Clarifying Milk Cleanser, Skin Activating Toner, Rejuvenating Face Serum, Radiance Face Cream and Illuminating Eye Cream. Each product is built around two key ingredients: indigo extract for its antioxidant effects and ancient purple rice brand extract, known for its antioxidant properties and for supporting collagen production. Available to purchase via shop.aman.com and within Aman Boutiques worldwide, Aman Essential Skin will also be used in a new facial treatment – the Aman Advanced Facial – at Aman New York, Aman Tokyo, Amanemu, Amangiri and the Aman Spa at The Connaught, London.
Extreme watersports and plant-based nutrition in the Philippines
Claiming the entirety of Pamalican Island in the Philippines, Amanpulo offers a secluded escape ideal for investing meaningful time into personal wellbeing. After a successful launch over the 2022 festive period, two exclusive new wellness initiatives will continue into 2023 – the three-night Extreme Water Sports Retreat and the all-encompassing Eat-to-Bloom programme led by Tania Balasch.
Perfect for fitness enthusiasts, the three-night Water Sports Retreat involves numerous challenges with participants testing their physical limits whilst expanding their lungs and absorbing the healing qualities of Amanpulo’s natural surroundings. On land, enjoy a 3.4-mile beach run along the island’s golden shores and a two-hour hike to the summit of Mount English. Off-shore, an open water island-to-island swim offers a rewarding way to meet the community on Manamoc. A kitesurfing session (introductory or advanced) from Amanpulo’s Kite& Surf Centre takes advantage of the north-easterly wind, known locally as Amihan, and a scuba diving excursion and a freediving experience reveal the island’s vibrant marine life. Daily breakfast, a Sunset Breeze yoga session, a Sunset Yin yoga session, a 50-minute Holistic Massage and daily group wellness activities are also included.
A holistic health coach, yoga instructor and healthy lifestyle educator, Tania Balasch has a special interest in wellness therapies, fitness modalities and nutrition that support natural healing. In Amanpulo’s three- to five-day Eat-to-Bloom programme, she draws on her experience as a plant-based chef to nourish body, mind and spirit. Guests are invited to follow a custom plant-based diet designed along with daily exercises and meditation to inspire a healthy lifestyle and achieve their fitness goals. The programme also includes a 90-minute nutrition workshop and cooking class set in Amanpulo’s organic gardens, as well as a 60-minute fitness movement class and a 60-minute mindful movement class.
Arawak healing in the Dominican Republic
Backed by luscious jungle and overlooking the celebrated shores of Playa Grande, Amanera invites guests to experience a multi-day journey guided by the philosophy of the indigenous Arawak community. Lasting for three-nights, the Anichi Healing Retreat is rooted in the practice of mindfulness, with a focus on finding time for oneself and becoming more aware. Ideal for those seeking a moment’s peace and air of calm in contrast to the hectic pace of their daily lives, the retreat releases unnecessary energy to rejuvenate through a combination of spa treatments using local ingredients and gentle, grounding exercise sessions in the resort’s natural surroundings.
Across the course of three days, guests will experience nightly in-room lunar baths, alongside one water healing session aimed to completely relax the body and alleviate stress. Meanwhile, in the spa, a Mud Mask Purification treatment and Holistic Massage nurture and nourish, providing much-needed pampering. The retreat also includes a moon-lit yoga and two mindfulness sessions designed to bring lightness. For further immersion in Arawak culture, the programme offers a native cooking class - combining a hike to gather fresh ingredients and a lesson in the preparation of nourishing Taíno cuisine - and an Abuelo Fuego Connection (purifying bonfire experience) to cleanse negative energy. Ensuring the healthiest start to the programme and removing temptation, a wellness-orientated mini bar is provided in every room.
Legends and stress relief in Turks and Caicos
Located on the secluded shores of an 18,000-acre nature reserve, Amanyara’s abundance of space makes it an ideal location for sports and recreation with guests able to take advantage of outdoor tennis courts, a full-size football field and professional boxing and Pilates studios. Making the most of these unrivalled spaces, the Amanyara Legends programme continues in 2023, inviting guests to learn and improve their sports skills through clinics with award-winning professional athletes from across the globe.
Following on from the success of clinics led by professional tennis star, Maria Sharapova and NFL superstars Cody Barton and Asante Samuel Jr., Amanyara’s first Legend of 2023 will be tennis professional, Sam Querry. He will share his talents on the court from 17 to 20 February. Basketball is in the spotlight next, with former US pro, Brian Scalabrine, hosting a series of one-hour clinics from 30 March to 4 April. Each three-day programme is capped by a cocktail reception hosted by the Legend in residence.
Amanyara’s idyllic setting makes it equally suited to more insightful, meditative programmes. Taking place in June and December, the resort’s four-night Stress Relief Wellness Retreat unpacks the causes, effects and effective management of stress. Led by global wellness icon Toby Maguire (featured in the Sunday Times, Forbes Magazine and the Huffington Post for his contributions to the wellness industry), the retreat will include daily sessions introducing meditation techniques, breathwork for relaxation and goal setting for balanced living, as well as a signature massage, a personalised wellness session and a private movement class. Toby will draw on his extensive knowledge of meditation, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Hypnotherapy to help each participant reduce their stress levels, gain clarity with regards to personal and professional goals and improve their physical and psychological wellbeing to live a happier, more fulfilled life.
A spiritual journey through Indonesia
From Central Java to Bali and beyond, few regions of the world reveal their history, culture and spirituality, past and present, more profoundly than the vast archipelago of Indonesia. With five atmospheric resorts across the region, Aman is perfectly placed to offer the ultimate Indonesian journey of discovery. Drawing inspiration from Aman Spa’s three signature pathways which in turn reflect the brand’s organic Aman Skincare range, Aman Indonesia has curated a new three-to six-night spiritual retreat for 2023 which combines stays at Amanjiwo (Grounding) in Java, and Amankila (Purifying) and Amandari (Nourishing) on Bali. Stays at each resort include a temple visit and a selection of spa and movement sessions, alongside a choice of activities linked to each theme, such as reiki and singing bowl treatments, acupuncture, private yoga, meditation, nature treks and visits to local healers.
Amanjiwo rests at the foot of the Menoreh Hills with awe-inspiring views of Borobudur. After witnessing sunrise atop this ancient Buddhist sanctuary, experience a private tour of Prambanan or Mendut, or trek through rice paddies and villages to enjoy a riverside picnic. At Amankila on Bali’s dramatic east coast, meditate at dawn on the black sand beach or snorkel the waters of the Lombok Strait on a sunrise cruise before experiencing the sacred 11th century temple of Gunung Kawi. Finally head inland to the fertile heart of the island – Ubud – where Amandari perches above the lush Ayung River Gorge. Here find nourishment in the Ubud Water Palace or Elephant Cave, soak in a herbal bath after a stroll along Campuhan Ridge or visit a local seer.
Mindfulness on a Peloponnese peninsula
A modern-day Acropolis, Amanzoe rests on a private peaceful Peloponnese peninsula, offering expansive views of the Aegean Sea, surrounded by fragrant gardens filled with citrus, pomegranate, carob and olive trees. For those seeking serene time-out, no setting is better suited, with the resort’s 30,000 square foot Aman Spa providing a sanctuary in which to focus on wellbeing. Available for guests staying five nights or more from 6 April – 26 May, a new Optimal Living mindfulness retreat inspired by the region’s ancient Hellenic Delphic Maxims will offer a comprehensive programme of mindfulness, breathwork and meditative movement classes, equipping participants with the tools to overcome mental barriers and obstacles in everyday life.
Forming the foundations of the retreat, the maxims of Know Thyself, Perfection is the Middle Way, Certainty Brings Ruin and I Am, will be unveiled through daily talks with local wellness expert, Konstantinos Chrysikakis, and combined with movement, meditation and massage, leading to improved mental wellbeing. The daily programme includes a 60- or 120-minute energy awakening session, 45-minute talk, 60-minute mediative movement class, 60-minute healing meditation, 60-minute spa treatment, and late check-out.
Aman Japan wellness journey
A tranquil haven high above the capital, Aman Tokyo introduces the country’s urban core through its history, art and cuisine, also serving as a Zen oasis dedicated to wellness. In contrast, Amanemu celebrates the rural peace and seclusion of Ise Shima on the shores of Ago Bay, and Aman Kyoto provides enticing glimpses of the ancient capital’s imperial past from its secret garden near 17 Unesco Heritage Sites. The Aman Japan Journey has long offered guests the opportunity to combine a stay at all three, enjoying a range of exclusive privileges.
New for 2023, guests journeying across Japan with Aman can now tailor their trip to fit with individual wellness goals, with treatments and lessons incorporated along the way. Starting with a wellness assessment at Aman Tokyo, recommended sessions combining ancient techniques and fitness recommendations take place at Amanemu and Aman Kyoto, ensuring the journey is as beneficial for health and wellbeing as it is culturally enriching. On returning home, the mind and body are energised and wellness goals supported, rather than interrupted.
ELE|NA is thrilled to introduce OceanFlow therapy, a unique and awe-inspiring inner journey immersed in the embrace of ocean water. This World Ocean Day, we invite our guests to embark on a transformative experience that will nourish their mind, body, and soul. Available exclusively at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI and OZEN LIFE MAADHOO, this innovative therapy offers a beautiful and unparalleled opportunity to reconnect with oneself while being cradled by the gentle rhythms of the ocean.
OceanFlow therapy is a captivating fusion of various therapeutic modalities, including Watsu, Water Dance, Ayurveda, Shiatsu, Craniosacral, Manual Therapy, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy, and Trigger Point Therapy. These carefully curated elements enhance the holistic Aquatic Bodywork, bringing forth refined techniques and unlocking its full therapeutic potential.
One of the remarkable benefits of OceanFlow therapy is the high magnesium content found in saltwater. As our guests immerse themselves in the ocean or simply bask in its proximity, their muscles and nerves are regulated, blood sugar levels are moderated, and sleep quality is improved. The result is a profound sense of rejuvenation, complemented by the soothing rhythm of the waves, which harmonize their circadian rhythm.
"Vitamin Sea" is not just a playful ocean pun; it highlights the essential role of saltwater as a nutrient for our body's largest organ - our skin! Abundant in minerals such as magnesium, zinc, iron, and potassium, saltwater boasts remarkable healing properties. It aids in reducing inflammation, safeguarding the skin, and promoting the healing of scrapes, cuts, and sores. Furthermore, saltwater enhances the flow of lymph fluid, potentially reducing the appearance of cellulite.
OceanFlow therapy is particularly effective in addressing a wide range of conditions, including stress symptoms, limited mobility, arthritis, rheumatism, back pain, chronic ailments, headaches, migraines, insomnia, post-operative rehabilitation, accidents, trauma, fear of water, and even during pregnancy. Each session, lasting for one hour, provides a dedicated space for healing and rejuvenation, followed by a further 45 minutes for quiet integration.
The therapeutic benefits of OceanFlow extend to pain management, sleep management, and stress management. By immersing themselves in this holistic approach, our guests can alleviate physical discomfort, improve their sleep patterns, and effectively manage stress levels. OceanFlow therapy facilitates a profound connection with our guests’ inner self while harnessing the therapeutic potential of saltwater and gentle manipulation.
To celebrate World Ocean Day, ELE|NA invites everyone to embrace the beauty of the ocean and experience the transformative journey of OceanFlow therapy. Discover the serenity within themselves, immerse in the healing powers of the ocean, and emerge replenished, revitalized, and harmonized with the rhythms of the sea.
Thomas Kochs, Managing Director of Corinthia London, is delighted to announce a new collaboration, commencing in February 2023, with the London Regenerative Institute (LRI), as part of the hotel’s ongoing commitment, not only to the hospitality industry, but also to championing prestigious wellness, health, and beauty partnerships.
The vision of London Regenerative is to bring together the world’s very best regenerative medicine practitioners and therapies. Founded by pioneering plastic surgeons, Mr Tunc Tiryaki and Mr Steve Cohen, who have dedicated much of their careers to regenerative research, the LRI comprises the very latest in longevity innovations, with the most cutting-edge personalised treatment protocols for reverse ageing. Mr Cohen and Mr Tiryaki are renowned for their ground-breaking work in facial regeneration, including the use of stem cells in facelift procedures.
The medical services will comprise Regenerative Surgery (performed at the Cadogan Clinic in Chelsea), Regenerative Therapeutics and Regenerative Medicine & Longevity. The objectives focus on the latest, most progressive, and most effective regenerative treatments and remedies. Diagnostics will feature Skin analysis (Skin Consult AI), Biochemical testing, Epigenetic testing, 3D Body Scan, and Lifestyle Questionnaire.
Treatments will include Oxygen therapies (for body rejuvenation), Personalised IV Treatments, Personalised Supplements, Personalised Facial Regeneration, Aesthetic therapies (skin boosters, botox, fillers), and Beauty & Body therapies (hydrafacial, radiofrequency, PRP, micro-needling, and soft mesology).
“The London Regenerative Institute was founded with the vision of bringing together the world’s very best regenerative medicine practitioners and therapies to one of the world’s most luxurious hotels; Corinthia London. The launch of the LRI is a world-first concept and a huge milestone for patients wanting access to the very latest and most cutting-edge diagnostics and treatments for longevity, and an important hub for research and education in this field. We believe that ageing is a curable disease and epigenetic testing and personalised treatments hold the key to living longer healthier lives.” Commented Mr Tunc Tiryaki.
“Identifying disease before it manifests and employing preventative treatments and therapies is the gold standard solution to reversing ageing. London Regenerative is committed to offering the most advanced regenerative treatments personalised to the unique needs of each patient to optimise their health and longevity. We are proud to be partnering with Corinthia London, where patients will benefit from uncompromising service and luxury.” Added Mr Steve Cohen.
The LRI board also includes other leading innovators in the field, such as Mr Bryan Mayou Founder of The Cadogan Clinic who commented on the partnership "As a world-leading centre of excellence for cosmetic surgery, the Cadogan Clinic is delighted to be partnering with the London Regenerative Institute for regenerative surgery."
Treatments start from £400, and appointments for consultations can be made through their website www.londonregenerative.co.uk and will take place in the hotel’s dedicated Lab Room located on the Mezzanine Floor.
From sound bath sessions and deep relaxation yoga to tension-melting treatments in a Cave Spa, here are five reasons why you should consider Crete for your next wellness retreat.
Spa Treatments in Unique Settings
The Sea Cave Spa at Seaside A Lifestyle Resort offers a heated indoor pool, massage rooms, a steam room, and even an ice fountain all within a unique setting. The retreat has an extensive list of treatments including facials, nail, and hair services so guests can look and feel their best selves while making the most of their Cretan holiday. Try the Sea Cave Signature Ritual and enjoy a full body and face massage that will leave your skin deeply hydrated and glowing for days.
The Bath House at ACRO Suites is the place where guests can refresh and take the weight of the world off their shoulders. Inspired by the notion of hammams, this luxury spa promotes wellbeing, health, and purifying the soul. There is a plethora of rejuvenating treatments to help you unwind, including the Aromatic Wandering treatment, an aromatherapy massage using a blend of gentle to firm techniques combined with organic essential oils from Greek aromatic plants. For those who prefer the ambiance of their quarters, the treatments can also be booked in your suite.
Sound Bath and Deep Relaxation Yoga Sessions
Both resorts are hosting NEW sound bath and deep relaxation yoga sessions at the Asana Yoga Shala, a magnificent piece of architecture, built entirely out of bamboo, dedicated to wellness.
In June and July, Manolis Zografakis, a certified sound therapist and meditation practitioner, will be hosting sound bath sessions with the aim of guiding guests through a spiritual journey of reconnection and discovery of the inner self, back into a natural state of balance and harmony.
This season, guests can also enjoy a new weekly deep relaxation session every Sunday evening. The practice taps into the art of yoga nidra (conscious yogic sleep) complete with a guided meditation. This type of yoga refers to conscious sleep, where the body rests while the mind remains aware and active.
Features That Will Elevate Your Sleep
To ensure high-quality sleep, the team at ACRO Suites has invested in top-of-the-range Simmons mattresses that are hypoallergenic and aerated. The hotel also offers a special pillow menu for guests with a variety of options to satisfy different density preferences. With every turn-down service, guests are offered a special pillow mist that contains a blend of calming essential oils with a note to inform guests that their wellness crew is at their disposal in case any tips or advice is needed to improve their sleep.
Suites and Villas with Panoramic Sea Views
Seaside A Lifestyle Resort boasts 245 rooms and suites, some with private pools, which offer all the tranquillity and comfort guests could ask for. Each room is elegantly decorated and draws on the island’s natural palette of whites, terracotta, and neutral tones with a boho-chic design. All rooms and suites have contemporary amenities with a relaxing, laid-back atmosphere in each space.
Muted tones, sleek décor and minimalistic aesthetics run throughout each accommodation option at ACRO Suites, from sea view suites with private infinity pools to the Sunset Villa on the West Cliffside, offering a divine mix of ocean blue and golden sunset views. A firm favourite for many guests is the Cave Suite featuring custom-made wooden furniture, stone, and natural elements throughout, raw silk bed covers, spectacular sea views and a private pool.
Local Dishes with a Fine-Dining Twist
The signature restaurant at ACRO Suites, Cremnos, offers a highly nutritional menu, derived from fresh, organic ingredients sourced from farms around the island. Each dish has been specifically curated to provide the optimum amount of nutrients that are so beneficial to our health. For those who favour Asian plates, the Umi restaurant offers delicious Nikkei cuisine – a combination of delicate Japanese dishes infused with the punchiness of Peruvian flavours.
Veranda, the main restaurant at Seaside A Lifestyle Resort, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner with spectacular views overlooking the bay. The Minoan Cretan Tavern introduces guests to natural and local ingredients while Kullinarium offers dinner in a romantic candlelit setting. This season Seaside will has unveiled a NEW bar which boasts a sleek design for those looking to enjoy a drink in a cosy setting.
Most excitingly, both resorts are organising special dining events this summer hosted by two Michelin Star chefs, Bjorn Swanson, and Liam Rogers, with the resort’s exemplary chefs by their side. Guests can look forward to fine dining dishes featuring seasonal Cretan produce, all expertly cooked and beautifully presented.
The Spas at Mandarin Oriental harness the transformative energy of music with a new Wellness Music Programme. Debuting on the Global Wellness Day across the Group, the Programme has been carefully curated drawing on regional cultures and philosophy with healing traditions in their music.
The Wellness Music Programme is the latest innovation by the Spas at Mandarin Oriental designed to elevate guest wellness journeys. Music, long viewed as a formidable tool for enhancing mood or calming the body, was identified as a distinctive and valuable part of a Wellness practice.
The music programme, which enhances Mandarin Oriental holistic signature treatments based on Traditional Chinese Medicine, draws inspiration from ancient Oriental philosophies and is designed to further nurture guests and deliver a deeper sense of renewal.
The latest innovation by the Spas at Mandarin Oriental designed to elevate guest wellness journeys, the music programme, which enhances Mandarin Oriental holistic signature treatments is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine and draws inspiration from ancient Oriental philosophies to further nurture guests and deliver a deeper sense of renewal.
Awaken – Spring: Jue relates to Wood and traditionally associates with the Liver and Gallbladder, representing the season of Spring and the energy of youth and growth. This series of music is composed of ancient vertical and bamboo flute. The Jue sound is clear, melodious, deep to provide a gentle energy boost and deep sense of renewal.
Bloom - Summer: Zhi relates to Fire and associates with the Heart and Small Intestine, representing the season of Summer and provides us warmth, and the capacity of love and enables us to mature and blossom. This series of music uses the guqin instrument in combination with other silk‐string instruments. The Zhi sound is distinct, flowing, soothing and melodious designed to relax and revitalise the body and open the heart.
Flourish – Indian Summer: Gong relates to Earth and associates with the Stomach and Spleen, representing late summer season providing us the ability to nurture ourselves and others. This series of music is composed of the Gong combined with xun and sheng. The Gong sound is equivalent to ‘1’ in Chinese musical notation designed to stabilise emotions, release stress and recenter the body and mind.
Release - Autumn: Shang relates to Metal and associates with the Lung and Large Intestine, representing the Autumn season providing us with our capacity to look at what lies beyond ourselves and the power to let go. This series of music is composed of metal instruments such as Chimes and singing bowls. The Shang sound is deep, sonorous, bright, and powerful, providing a deep exhalation to let go and restore harmony in the body and mind.
Reflect - Winter: Yu relates to water and associates with the Kidney and Bladder, representing the Winter season providing us with adaptability and willpower. This series of music is composed of a combination of struck instruments and free reed pipes. The Yu sound is graceful, quiet, soft, gentle but warm, like the slight waves of water designed to provide a time to pause and gather inner strength.
“Caring for mind, body and spirit is the cornerstone of Mandarin Oriental’s spa and wellness philosophy,” said Jeremy McCarthy Group Director of Spa and Wellness. “Our Global Wellness Music Programme is designed to create the right healing atmosphere for our holistic spa and wellness services."
As per the annual tradition, the well-loved Maldivian resort of The Lux Collective, LUX* South Ari Atoll, is getting ready for a week of wellness-boosting activities for the island’s guests as well as its team members from 3 - 10 June 2023.
Located on a lush tropical island in the Maldives, LUX* South Ari Atoll is a wellbeing sanctuary. The signature LUX* ME concept originates from a desire to bring wellness into everyday rituals. It is all about a personalised approach to wellbeing, whether it be spa, fitness, yoga, meditation, nutrition or a unique combination of all crafted to every guest’s needs.
This year’s Wellness Week Champions come from the UK, bringing along years of experience in fitness and healthy lifestyle coaching. Olivia Jarvis is known for her delicious fitness recipes as well as her effective, engaging workouts. While professional rugby player and renowned fitness trainer Mason Caton-Brown, is famous for his impressive speed, agility, and team player skills.
Following their calling to inspire and motivate thousands of people to embrace a healthier lifestyle, Olivia and Mason will invite guests of LUX* South Ari Atoll to discover their own fitness capabilities and join curated group activities and individual training programmes. They will also host the Global Wellness Day celebration on the island on June 10, which is dedicated to #DanceMagenta theme this year.
The holistic approach behind the LUX* ME wellness concept means a vacation can comprise yoga, fitness classes and meditation; as well as enjoying nourishing Keen on Green dishes, vitamin D from the sun and fun time outdoors. Knowing how limiting a one-size-fits-all mindset is, the resort offers individual consultations and bespoke programmes. The therapists there are trained to tune in to individual bodily needs: from total relaxation, detoxification to healing.
To find out more about the LUX* ME wellness concept and to discover unique offers and Extraordinary Experiences of LUX* South Ari Atoll please visit www.luxresorts.com, email the resort at stay@luxmaldivesresort.com, or call +960 668 0901.
ELE|NA, a renowned spa management company, has been honored with the prestigious Silver Standard accreditation by the Sustainable Spa Association. As a brand deeply committed to environmental sustainability and the preservation of nature, ELE|NA embodies the belief that true wellness can only be achieved through harmony with the natural world.
ELE|NA's core values center around fostering a genuine reverence for the land, sea, ocean, and plant life. In order to reduce their carbon footprint, the brand actively collaborates with local artisans, ethical farmers and growers, and manufacturers, sourcing sustainable ingredients from the local area. Moreover, the company prioritizes hiring and developing local therapists, nurturing a sense of community and promoting local talent.
Its commitment to sustainability goes beyond just reducing our carbon footprint and utilizing locally sourced ingredients. ELE|NA team recognize the vital importance of protecting, growing, and restoring the indigenous habitat and ecosystems of the locations where our spas are located. They firmly believe in preserving nature for future generations and ensuring the long-term well-being of the environment.
‘We are committed to environmentally sustainable spa operations. By truly connecting with the indigenous environment and bountifulness of nature, we are able to embrace innovative, eco-friendly options’ Heidi Grimwood, Vice President of ELE|NA.
ELE|NA's five operational spas, located in prestigious resorts in the Maldives, became members of the Sustainable Spa Association in October 2021. These spas are situated at the following resorts: OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI, OZEN LIFE MAADHOO, OBLU SELECT Sangeli, OBLU NATURE Helengeli, and VARU By Atmosphere. By joining forces with the Sustainable Spa Association, ELE|NA has demonstrated its commitment to making a difference and contributing to the global movement towards sustainability.
ELE|NA's achievement of the Silver Standard accreditation signifies a significantmilestone in their ongoing sustainability journey. By preserving nature for futuregenerations, ELE|NA hopes to inspire other industry leaders to embrace sustainable practices and contribute to a greener, more harmonious future.
