£62m arena approved for Glasgow 12 Jul 2006 Scotland’s £62m National Arena has been given full planning approval by Glasgow City Council.
Six Flags NY launches interactive attraction BY Sarah Todd | 12 Jul 2006 US-based theme park operator Six Flags has opened a new interactive play structure at its White Water Bay water park within the Six Flags Great Escape Lodge in New York.
Guggenheim Museum planned for UAE 11 Jul 2006 The New York-based Guggenheim Foundation has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Abu Dhabi government to open a new museum in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Adelaide Wildlife Trail launches new visitor guide BY Helen Patenall | 10 Jul 2006 South Australian zoos, sanctuaries, parks and wildlife attractions have joined forces to launch a new visitor guide for the Adelaide Wildlife Trail.
Motor racing project planned for Iceland 10 Jul 2006 Work on a 130m euro (£89.9m, US$165.7m), 370-hectare (914-acre) motor racing development in Reykjanesbae near Reykjavik, Iceland, is scheduled to begin later this year.
Macquarie Leisure announces AUS$51m uplift BY Helen Patenall | 10 Jul 2006 Australia-based Macquarie Leisure Trust (MLT) has announced that its Dreamworld theme park on the Gold Coast in Queensland has benefited from an AUS$51m (£20.6m, 30m euro, US$38m) valuation uplift.
Sacred City of Caral has reopened to tourists visiting Peru BY Helen Patenall | 10 Jul 2006 The Sacred City of Caral in Peru, South America, has re-opened to tourists following extensive archeological restoration work carried out by the Proyecto Especial Arqueólogico Caral-Supe (Caral-Supe Special Archeological Project).
GIMV sells its stake in LA Gym 07 Jul 2006 GIMV has sold its stake in the Antwerp-based LA Gym health club chain to HealthCity, the largest fitness chain in the Netherlands with 30 clubs.
Free kids’ gym on offer in Boston 07 Jul 2006 Body By Brandy 4 Kidz – an independent, not-for-profit children’s gym – has opened in the US, in Boston, Massachusetts.
4event opens second facility 07 Jul 2006 Finnish health and wellbeing specialist 4event has opened a 1,000sq m (10,800sq ft) facility – the organisation’s second – at a cost of 19m euro (£13m).
IHRSA Uni for tomorrow’s leaders 07 Jul 2006 As the fitness industry heads towards a potential partnership with both government and businesses to promote a healthy lifestyle, one of the biggest challenges it faces is identifying, attracting and retaining senior management with the skills and experience to take the industry to the next level.
Chan markets Fitness First Australia 07 Jul 2006 Fitness First Australia has appointed Darren Chan as national marketing manager to oversee the company’s brand development and manage key marketing initiatives for existing and future Australian club launches.
RSS launches wellness Circle of Interest BY Sarah Todd | 07 Jul 2006 Eight Regent Seven Seas (RSS) Baltic cruise ships are to offer a themed wellness activity programme from this month.
Asia Spa Institute launches new programmes BY Sarah Todd | 07 Jul 2006 The Asia Spa Institute has teamed up with Singapore-based Cornell University to launch a series of executive development programmes aimed at spa investors, professionals and operators.
Starbucks to significantly expand in Japan BY Helen Patenall | 06 Jul 2006 Starbucks Japan has announced plans to open a further 1,000 outlets in the country as part of its long-term expansion plans.
Spa Finder Europe launches BY Sarah Todd | 05 Jul 2006 Following the launch of websites in the UK and Ireland, spa marketing and media company Spa Finder has launched a new resource for European spas and customers called Spa Finder Europe.
Pirates of the Caribbean reopens in Florida 04 Jul 2006 The famous Pirates of the Caribbean boat ride that inspired the movie of the same name is to reopen on 7 July at Walt Disney World, Florida, only this time it’s the movie that has inspired the ride.
IHG expands Hotel Indigo brand BY Helen Patenall | 04 Jul 2006 InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced plans to expand its Hotel Indigo brands throughout the North America.
Global Wellness Day (GWD) will mark its 15th anniversary on Saturday 13 June 2026, with the theme: #JoyMagenta – a celebration of the healing qualities of simple gestures and activities that spark joy.
Global luxury hospitality brand, Six Senses, has partnered with longevity healthcare provider, HUM2N, to launch a clinic at Six Senses London, at The Whiteley.
As part of its first hotel partnership, Mayrlife – the medical health resort company known for its site in Altaussee, Austria – has launched a day clinic at the Rosewood Vienna.
Researchers in the US have identified an antibody which could greatly reduce the loss of lean muscle mass in people who are taking weight-loss medications.
Rosewood Le Guanahani St Barth, on the northeast coast of Saint Barthélemy in the French West Indies, is offering a programme of ocean-inspired yoga classes between 8-14 June to celebrate Global Wellness Day (GWD).
Hotel de France, located on the British Isle of Jersey, has created a wellness retreat package that includes a hot yoga session that will take place in Jersey Zoo’s butterfly sanctuary.
The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, in Malaysia, has revealed a schedule for Global Wellness Day (GWD) that includes guided rainforest walks, mindful movement and guided coastal meditation experiences.
Crunch Fitness has announced the launch of Crunch Reform Pilates – its own reformer concept designed to bring this fast growing, but rather expensive, modality into the mainstream.
The 20th State of the Industry Report from LeisureDB has revealed a resilient, expanding and competitive sector, the importance of differentiation and the ongoing challenge of tackling inequalities.
Longevitix, a clinical platform for preventive and longevity medicine, has launched its AI-powered intelligence system to help physicians deliver continuous, personalised longevity-focused care at scale.
Purpose Brands has announced its entry into the Italian market, having sold the franchise rights for four Orangetheory Fitness studios to Icon Palestre.
Atmantan Wellness Centre, an integrative wellness destination in Mulshi, near Pune in India, is expanding its portfolio by adding a new centre in Hyderabad that will launch between 2028 and 2029.
A recent survey by the UK Spa Association (UKSA) into the industry’s approach to cancer care has revealed that almost half of participating respondents (46 per cent) are unaware that cancer is a disability and guests with a cancer diagnosis must be given equal access to treatments to prevent discrimination
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Mexican operator, Solmar Hotels and Resorts, is hosting a series of events in celebration of Global Wellness Day, including a Temazcal ceremony at its Playa Grande Resort and Spa in Los Cabos.
A new immersive attraction designed to transport visitors into the final hours of ancient Pompeii is preparing to open near the world-famous archaeological site in southern Italy.
Nuffield Health has told HCM that it takes its responsibilities towards its colleagues seriously and is committed to meeting all legal obligations after news of a tribunal has made national headlines.
Mandarin Oriental has announced a standalone residence brand, Mansions, which will debut at Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, Abu Dhabi, in 2029.
Technogym has announced the launch of the Run X World Treadmill Championship, the first world championship for running on connected treadmills over five kilometres.
