Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. The word “Reiki” means “Universal Life Energy”, this is transmitted through an attuned practitioner whose hands are placed either above or on the body on specific locations. The client is fully clothed throughout the whole treatment. What does Reiki feel like? When […]
Our newest colleague Christian visited Balneario de Archena recently. Read all about her experience here: Balneario de Archena and my stay there has had a long lasting effect on me and I can’t tell you whether this was down to it being my first spa experience or it is simply down to the unique feel, […]
Nowadays there are more and more people who dare to travel alone in what is known as “single trips” either because you are single or simply because there are certain times when you prefer to travel alone to dedicate time to you. Although many people still think that holidays are to spend with family and […]
Shanti Som Wellbeing Retreat, tucked away amongst the pines and olive trees, just a short drive away from Marbella but far enough away from the hustle and bustle to enjoy a relaxing getaway. Widescreen views of the Sierra de las Nieves Nature Park, unbroken by buildings, make this a relaxing spot to escape to. And […]
We as Spa & Wellness lovers are always searching nice and new wellness gadgets. We now rediscovered the Hamam towel. Not a new item at all, because it has been used for years and years already, but now you will find new, hip, and colourful Hamam towels which can not only be used during your […]
Ozone is an energized form of oxygen. Basically it is a super oxygen containing an extra electron. What makes ozone so beneficial to human health is it contains an extra free molecule of oxygen. Ozone is (O3). Ozone is a water-soluble gas that is a very powerful antibacterial, germicidal and anti-fungicidal agent. Ozone causes other substances to […]
Spa holidays are extremely popular nowadays, but the Spanish ¨Spas¨ already date back in time for more than 2000 years! The healing properties of thermal water are known for centuries and have since been used to treat medical problems. In our part of the world there is a renewed interest for this form of wellness […]
The new Fitness hype! Functional Training is a training concept that keeps you fit for daily life. With functional training you do not use complicated fitness machines, because in Functional training it is believed that moving should be FUN! Functional training is not a new concept; We have been moving this way for many years. […]
Metabolic Balance® is a scientifically based healthy eating program, backed up by 20 years of research by German Physicians and Nutritionists. It is a healthy eating plan for weight control and general well-being. There is no calorie counting, fasting or starving; you eat the nutrient-packed foods that your body needs as determined by a blood test. […]
Life extension science, also known as anti-ageing medicine is the study of slowing down the processes of aging to extend both the maximum and average lifespan. Some researchers in this area, and “life extensionists” or “longevists” (those who wish to achieve longer lives themselves), believe that future break-throughs in tissue rejuvenation with stem cells, molecular repair, and organ replacement (such as with artificial organs or xenotransplantations) will eventually enable humans […]