Author: TheSpaTraveller

Promotion: Water is life Since Roman times, people around the world have been using water in all its forms to cleanse, heal and relax the body. While hot water stimulates the production of white blood cells thereby strengthening the immune system, cold water is a great recharger, reducing inflammation and helping to boost circulation. Where better then to spend the summer holidays than in Switzerland’s St. Moritz, where it’s possible to have amazing experiences in, on and around water, both hot and cold. View of Lake St. Moritz in summer; the outdoor pool at Kulm Spa St. Moritz …

How to be spa savvy “A good spa experience is more than just the treatment, it’s the whole encounter from when you arrive to when you leave,” said Janet Brice Content Director of Spa Traveller Wellness Her three top tips for making the most of your spa experience are: 1. Arrive early, by at least an hour before your treatment, to unwind and enjoy the steam and sauna facilities BEFORE your massage as this helps the muscles to relax. 2. Take along two swim suits as you may want to change from a one-piece into a bikini for your treatment…

The A–Z of Spa TreatmentsBefore booking your next treatment, explore our definitive guide to ensure your massage or ritual is perfectly suited to your body and wellness goals.Search the A–ZLooking for a specific treatment? Browse our dedicated directory.Explore Spa Treatments → AAbyhangaGentle, rhythmic Ayurvedic massage using warm herbal oils to stimulate circulation, support immunity and encourage detoxification.AcupressureApplication of fingertip — and sometimes palm, elbow, knee or foot — pressure to acupoints to improve the flow of qi, release muscular tension and promote healing.AcupunctureAn ancient Chinese healing technique in which fine needles are inserted into acupoints along the body’s meridians to restore…

Swim suits made for spa travelling MAIA OLIVER reveals the best tip she was ever given before embarking on a spa break, “invest in a decent swim suit” When you’re packing for a spa break in Scotland or a spa retreat in the foothills of The Himalayas one item is essential – a swim suit. Now, this could be a one piece, bikini or tankini but what I have discovered is you must invest in decent swim suit which will withstand the rigours of chlorine in pools and Jacuzzi’s, the fading effects of the sun and heat of hammams. To…

We are delighted to showcase our spa awards winners from the last decade…The Spa Traveller Awards – a benchmark for excellence within the spa industry.CORPORATE WELLNESSBest European Spa to RechargeAnazoe Spa, Costa Navarino, GreeceBest UK Spa to RechargeRagdale Hall Health Hydro and Thermal SpaREADERS’ CHOICE: BEST WELLNESS SPABest Wellness Spa for SeniorsDolder Grand, ZurichBest Wellness Spa: Asia-PacificFivelements, Puri Ahimsa, Bali, IndonesiaBest Wellness Spa: Australasia and South PacificGwinganna Lifestyle RetreatBest Wellness Spa: EuropeAnazoe Spa, Costa Navarino, GreeceBest Wellness Spa: Middle East and North AfricaRoyal Mansour, Marrakesh, MoroccoBest Wellness Spa: North AmericaFour Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka’upulehu, Hawaii, USABest Wellness Spa:…