Tag: spa
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The other side of Ibiza
When you mention Ibiza as a holiday destination, most people think of clubbing, groups of stag and hen parties and tourists partying long until the early hours on the morning as they watch the sunset and sunrise. However there is another side to this wonderful island and the 300 days of sunshine make it the…
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Spa a thought
Think of a massage, then double the benefits. Swim in the pool followed by a deep-tissue rub-down, in a brand new state-of-the-art spa with panoramic ocean view as you cruise from the UK to Spain. Not only do you benefit from a first-class treatment, you’ll also experience (launch date: Spring, 2017) a £225 million new…
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The making of a Spa
Wellbeing Magazine talks to Jennifer Gorman, specialist Spa and Hospitality Development Consultant about spa’s, relaxation and the future of wellness centres Q Having worked with Channel 4’s Country House Rescue, if someone was to consider turning their home into a spa or hotel what should they consider before embarking on this project? The first thing…
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Shortflatt Tower – the perfect spa retreat
The short 25 minute journey from Newcastle station to Shortflatt Tower took my three friends and I from the bustling city centre to tranquil countryside of Northumberland. Pulling up the drive, it was hard not to be impressed by the solid fortress of Shortflatt Tower. We were greeted by Octavia and Jono, the current owners…
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Brittany, birthplace of Thalassotherapy
Confidently, arms outstretched, I thrust myself away from the poolside into the water, expecting the rest of me to follow. Seconds later legs and feet were flailing in the air at ear level and I was bobbing about near certain to collide with fellow bathers. Yes, you guessed it. I was in a thalasso pool…
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Relaxing at Ragdale Hall
It’s been one of Britain’s best spas for the last 2 decades but Ragdale Hall is not one to rest on its laurels. This award-winning health farm in the peaceful Leicestershire countryside now has something else to add to its endless list of idyllic offerings with the opening of its brand new Thermal Spa. The…