“The reason I sign on these cosmetics is not from a desire for fame. Behind this signature is a message, a personal dialogue with every woman. When I am at the lab carrying out research on a formula, I see a woman before me, as if I am about to create her personal line of cosmetics… “
In this issue we feature each Spa Awards 2013 winner and finalist, in an extensive Spa Awards special feature and I encourage each spa to place the magazine in the reception or relaxation area, allowing spa-goers to marvel at South African Spa Excellence.
Join us, at a networking breakfast, as we bring you a morning filled with knowledge and great tips and advice to help your expand your spa and business
Join us at our networking event to discuss all the possible ways to build customer loyalty and discuss challenges you might face by doing this.
The Spa Index is the perfect consumer reference of South African Spas and Spa Information, that ensures the spa visitor is guaranteed a spa experience, which not only meets international standards but also exceeds clients spa expectations.
If someone had to say the word ‘spa’ to you, what would be the first few words that would come to mind? Would it be something like ‘treatment’, ‘relax’, ‘wellness’ or ‘massage’? Commonly it would be something along those lines.
The quest for anti-ageing treatments is an ongoing pursuit for celebrities
In this issue, themed Spa Therapies, we have a unique opportunity to be reminded of the historical and therapeutic value of water. Taking the waters (minerals, saline, sea and fresh water) was the primary source for good health and long life. The earliest civilizations, including Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, Crete and China, all utilized water for religious beliefs and for healing qualities. Ancient Greece and Rome had a spa culture; bathing was about holistic health, hospitality and complete body wellness, resulting in stately public buildings devoted only to bathing. During the sixteenth century.
Not only has Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa been voted best beach hotel, it has also become a landmark for celebrities looking for privacy and a peaceful atmosphere.
Having a vision leads to obvious questions being raised as to how you will achieve that vision and leads to putting a strategic plan into place. Take some time to do the exercise of strategic planning as you will find it very refreshing and will more than likely put some purpose back into all the smaller things in your daily routine that may have lost their meaning along the way. And if you follow through you will substantially increase your chances of making your dreams come true.
Under the name of ‘Africology at The Maslow Hotel’, this luxury spa is setting a new standard in the spa industry by combining health focused assessments and treatments with a truly indulgent pampering experience.
Competition defines our world
The very basic concept of competition has been practiced and proven effective from the beginning of time. It is how every town, city, state and country have come into existence. It is what makes New York City, London and any other major metropolitan areas what it is. Without competition, our society would not exist. Whether it be competition for land, military control, a championship title or success in business, we are instinctively driven by competition from the day that we are born. Competition actually defines who we are and the environment we live in; it is in fact measurement and incentive.
The luxury Aqua Spa, at the Urban Park Hotel & Spa offers a range of spoils with personal attention, quality products such as Thalgo and Dermalogica guests receive revival therapy at its best.With a variety of facilities and a full range of body and facial treatments, that stimulates and enriches mind, body and soul.
Set in the tranquil bushveld gardens of the Indaba Hotel in the up-market suburb of Fourways, the Mowana Spa is a wellness sanctuary. The Mowana Spa, which takes its name from the majestic Baobab Tree of African Lore and Legend, offers wellness journeys based on the recognized healing energy of Tribal Massage in keeping with the spirit of the “Tree of Life”.