Inspiration and insights about spa & health!
Thalassotherapy has a place of significance in Spanish history, otherwise known as El Palasiet. Origin of Thalassotherapy Since the times of the ancient Greeks, the benefits of sea water have been well known, although it was not until the Roman era that “Thalassotherapy” really began to become recognised thanks to the numerous studies that were […]
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One of the most popular locations we have had this season is also one of our personal favourites, Hotel Termas Marinas El Palasíet 4* in Benicassim, not far from Valencia airport. There are many reasons that this hotel has been so successful with our clients this year: the location is beautiful only minutes from a […]
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A colleague-writer of ¨Just Breath Mag¨ has interviewed the Head doctor of the Océano Hotel Health Spa in Tenerife about burnout syndrome and the holistic approach when it comes to burnout prevention. An interesting piece, which we would like to share with you! There is much talk about burnout, yet it is hard to grasp. The symptoms […]
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Ever since the Romans, people all around the world have been using the therapeutic qualities of water to cleanse, heal and relax the body. The ancient tradition of bathing has gradually evolved into several modern treatments called hydrotherapy a generic term for water therapies. Thalasso therapy is such a form of hydrotherapy. Thalasso Therapy defines the […]
Read MoreTreatment menus sometimes show treatments or therapies, which you do not have a clue about what it is. Watsu is such a therapy, which makes most people say W(h)atsu??? Watsu is a gentle form of therapy that takes place in temperate (around 35°C.), waist-deep water. It combines elements of massage, joint mobilisation, shiatsu and muscle stretching. […]
Read MoreAlso the Spa & Wellness industry is subject to trends. A few years ago we saw how Spas branded themselves with a specific cosmetic brand to increase their own trust and credibility towards their clients. Now we see a new trend, which is in line with the Bio and Eco trends, and that is ¨ Back to Basic ¨. Why would you use (chemical) products during treatments, which come from far? It is […]
Read MoreAs we have learned in part 1 of our introduction to Ayurveda, Ayurveda is an effective system of medicine in India, but what does it practically mean? Ayurveda is all about getting and keeping your Tridosha in balance. The most ideal way to achieve this is by following a personalized diet, get your body internally […]
Read MoreImagine yourself or may be your parents 30 years ago coming home from a day at a spa saying ¨I had such a fantastic Shirodhara treatment¨. A day at a Spa may be already was something unusual, but a Shirodhara treatment….? Yesterday I went to a Spa and when reading the Spa menu I noticed […]
Read MoreWe wish you a happy, healthy and relaxed 2011! The end of the old year and the beginning of the new one has always been a time for looking back to the past, and more importantly, forward to the coming year. It’s a time to reflect on the changes we want (or need) to make […]
Read MoreThis is interesting! Susie Ellis at Spa Finder has just released the Spa Finder trend projection for 2011- identifying global spa trends that will influence experiences for both consumers and the industry in the coming year and for decades to come. In this BLOG we tell you about the first 5 trends. At the bottom of […]
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