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New Uspa Immersion concept launches in Australia

Friday, September 2nd, 2011

We love it when we see great minds come together to create something really fantastic, so we were excited to see that global wellness companies Blu Spas, Ageless Esthetics and Uspa have teamed up to launch an inspiring new project. We couldn’t wait to find out more…

With a key focus on sustainability and providing a green service, the new Uspa Immersion brand will also place emphasis on design, training opportunities and high quality products. A fully qualified medical advisory team will also support the venture, meaning that clients can expect top quality fitness, health and wellbeing advice – all in a luxurious and therapeutic setting.

To complement its extensive menu of authentic treatments, the Uspa Immersion brand will use high performance products made from natural and organic ingredients – so you can be sure that your skin will be in the best of hands.

Ronel Corbin, president of Ageless Estethics, said: ‘While it’s the creative side of our team that breathes the soul into our Uspa Immersion, it’s the analytical side that assures our projects are functional and, ultimately, best positioned for profitability.’

Want to see this innovative new collaboration for yourself? Uspa flagship retail showroom and Immersion spa are located in Melbourne, Australia. Don’t worry if you’re not going to be visiting the other side of the world any time soon – we can help you find rest and relaxation a little bit closer to home.

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GLL to open more Spa-London venues

Friday, August 12th, 2011

We’re big fans of  Spa-London, so we were pleased to hear that the brand has plans to expand. GLL, the leisure trust behind the concept, will be opening the first of the new sites later this year. Swimming costumes at the ready…

The first new Spa-London venue is due to be opened at the Rainbow Centre in Epsom, later this year. GLL are also considering setting up a second at their Wimbledon leisure centre – good news for South Londoners.

Mark Sesnan, Managing Director of GLL, said: ‘[Spa-London] forms part of our product portfolio, but only in certain locations.

‘You’re not going to see another 20 Spa-Londons, but you will see some more.’

Spa-London prides itself in combining luxury with affordability – meaning that being pampered needn’t break the bank. Like the sound of some guilt-free relaxation? Check out Spa-London on the Wahanda website.

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Owners of Ragdale Hall health spa celebrate 21 years of involvement

Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011

Big congratulations to Ragdale Hall owners Michael Isaacs and Penny Nesbitt, who recently celebrated twenty one years running their award-winning spa. We hope there was lots of cake in honour of the occasion!

Ragdale Hall was first opened in 1973 by Slimming Magazine, but was bought in 1990 by Michael Isaacs and Gary Nesbitt (Penny’s late husband). Since then the spa has seen the introduction of a variety of new facilities, including the impressive Thermal Spa, which opened in 2007. Featuring an unusual candle pool and a waterfall pool, the Thermal Spa is the perfect place to relax, unwind and refresh the body.

Over the years, Ragdale Hall has won a number of well-deserved awards, including the Best Spa in Europe 2007, Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Spa Awards 2010 Favourite UK Spa Retreat and Sunday Times Travel Magazine’s Readers’ Awards – Favourite UK Spa 2010.

Michael Isaacs says, ‘Ragdale Hall is a very special place and Penny and I are very proud to have been its custodians for the last 21 years. We have an incredible band of very loyal staff, many who have been with us from day one.  We are also very grateful for the support of so many loyal guests who come back time and time again’.

Fancy a celebratory trip to Ragdale Hall? Why not treat yourself to a pampering spa break. And whilst you are there, grab a copy of ‘Ragdale Hall – The Life and Times of an English Country House’ from the boutique and learn all about the Hall’s fascinating history.

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New spa hotel to open in old spa town

Monday, July 11th, 2011

There’s more to Buxton than just bottled water. The spa town has long been prized for the beneficial properties of its natural geothermal springs, and now plans are afoot for a £35 million transformation of the town’s Crescent, natural baths and pump room into a luxurious spa hotel. We can’t wait to see the final result…

The project (which is receiving a £500,000 grant from English Heritage) will see the Grade-I and Grade-II listed buildings converted in to a 79 room spa hotel. The hotel will incorporate the town’s natural baths in addition to a thermal spa, a natural mineral water spa, 8 specialist shops and a visitor centre. The natural baths are built on the site of old Roman baths, so visitors can expect a stay that’s steeped in history.

Work is expected to begin later this year with repairs to the pump room. Caitlin Bisknell, leader of High Peak Borough Council, who are involved in the development, says that the project will ’strengthen the growing reputation of our spa town as a major visitor destination’.

We reckon it’s time to crack open a bottle of Buxton mineral water in anticipation of this exciting new hotel. Cheers!

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Chill Out Spa Crowned Knowsley’s ‘New Business of the Year’

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

Most businesses wouldn’t dare to attempt a launch during the depths of a recession, but the team at Chill Out Spa (who did just that) have been rewarded for their efforts by being named New Business of the Year at the 8th Annual Knowsley Business Awards.

The awards ceremony took place at the Huyton Suite, Knowsley, and celebrated both emerging and well established business in the Knowsley area. Chill Out Spa fought off stiff competition, but the panel felt the that the originality of the company, the strength of their marketing initiatives, the remarkable efforts made in launching the business and its continued growth deserved recognition and so awarded them the title.

“We are absolutely delighted with our award,” said the spa owner, Sharon Carroll. “To be named New Business of the Year is just fantastic. We’ve worked incredibly hard over the past 18 months, but even so, we were up against some great businesses in the category and it took us by surprise!”

Ms Carroll and her team went against the advice of trusted friends and respected business associates when they founded Chill Out Spa just as the credit crunch began to bite harder and the recession loomed. However, it is clear their hard work has paid off; as well as receiving the Business of the Year award, there are plans being laid down for expansion and the team is also looking to branch out and provide a wider range of services on site.

“The spa has gone from strength to strength,” added Sharon. “We’re constantly looking at ways to provide a unique and special service for all of our customers, and have been overwhelmed by the local support.”

To check out Chill Out Spa’s award winning ways yourself (and perhaps spend that Wahanda gift voucher that is burning a hole in your pocket), start by heading over to their dedicated Wahanda page.

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UK Spa & Wellness Conference – 10th November at Center Parcs

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010

The UK Spa & Wellness Conference is the newest and largest Spa Conference event in the UK and will be taking place on the 10th November 2010 at Center Parcs, Sherwood Forest.

Developed exclusively to improve the quality of education, information and advice to the UK’s diverse and rapidly expanding spa and wellness industry, the conference is aimed at management and supervisory professionals from every business sector involved in spa operations including; spa, hospitality, health & fitness, local authority leisure clubs and salon owners /operators.

The Conference will be opened by Martin Dalby, CEO of Center Parcs who will talk about the increasing importance of spa in the overall product mix for their villages.

This will be followed by Key Note Addresses and a first class programme of speakers including inspirational business leaders and prominent industry figures covering 3 separate tracks of Strategic Business Development; Marketing & Sales; and Operations.

The Conference programme has been created with input from several leading operators to ensure that the content is as relevant as possible for you and your teams and the delivery of all sessions will be based on a ‘How To’ approach – i.e. learn it today – implement it tomorrow.

The venue of Center Parcs has been selected because of its central location and its excellent conference and spa facilities. The Venue is approximately 20 min from both the A1 and M1 and has lots of free parking.

In consideration of the ‘mind-body balance’ which is so important to our sector, the organisers have also provided a social programme which will provide discounted access to Aqua Sana World of Spa on the evening of the Conference – and also the evening before for any delegates travelling and staying overnight. These special sessions will include a 3 hour Twilight Spa experience plus supper and a glass of wine in the new Zilli cafe and the opportunity to relax and network with friends and colleagues, new and old.

The Conference is supported by some of the industry’s leading suppliers including international product brands PAYOT and Jessica; Lifetime Training; Alliance Leisure Limited; BC Softwear; MindBody Inc and Technogym.

Details of the programme can be found at www.spaconference.co.uk and customers can register on-line directly via this site. For more information you can write to info@spaconference.co.uk or call 08707 80 44 90.

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New Guide to Starting a Beauty Business

Friday, July 9th, 2010

Have you always dreamt of opening your own salon, but feared that you lack the right management skills? The UK may be still in the midst of recession recovery, but statistics have shown that the beauty industry is experiencing a boom in the downturn. The industry as a whole is currently worth over £3.7 billion, and with a multitude of treatments now seen as a necessity rather than a luxury amongst consumers, there has never been a better time to launch your own beauty business.

For those who have the passion and knowledge required to break into the beauty arena, but are perhaps less business savvy, a new book could help. Start and Run a Successful Beauty Salon is a guide to cashing in on the nation’s determination to stay pampered and polished as they strive to weather the storm, no matter what the temperamental financial climate throws at them.

The book’s unique step-by-step format walks you through the entire process of establishing a beauty salon, covering specifics such as how to choose a location, qualifications that you and your staff will need, how to select equipment and furniture, business management and the expert authors’ view on the elusive formula for success.

Written by beauty therapist Sally Medcalf (who has 25 years of beauty industry experience under her belt, including 12 years running her own salon and Beauty Therapist and Facialist of the year nominations) and marketing expert Bijan Yousef-Zadeh (a member of Chartered Management Institute and a successful beauty business entrepreneur), Start and Run a Successful Beauty Salon is published by How To Books Ltd and is available at £14.99 in major bookshops and online retailers across the country.

Start making your dreams a reality today, and we hope to see you listed on Wahanda soon!

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Wahanda Meets The Sanctuary

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

You’d think Wahanda would know it all when it comes to spas by now, but believe it or not we can still be surprised. We were delighted to be invited down to ladies-only spa The Sanctuary in Covent Garden on Tuesday night for an exciting launch night filled with fellow bloggers and lots of canapes – and both were equally lovely.

Not only are The Sanctuary about to launch a new product range (which, trust us, you’ll love), but they are also opening more locations in the very near future – something everyone was very happy about! We also tried out their wonderful new prescription facial, so keep an eye out for our tried and tested blog for the insider’s look at their treatments.

We were given a guided tour of this stunning venue – and could not believe our eyes. The spa is like a maze of tranquil areas filled with beautiful decor, from sleeping areas to the huge restaurant (and its melt-in-your-mouth food), to the iconic pool and swing. We never knew you could get away to such a relaxing, airy and serene space in a bustling Covent Garden – and were amazed to find they had over 40 treatment rooms. We’ll be writing about the new products on Wahanda soon and there could be more treats on the way…

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