Aurora Spa Retreat launches new crystal therapy 12 Oct 2005 Aurora Spa Retreat in the Prince Hotel, St Kilda, in Melbourne, Australia, is to launch a new Crystal Balance Massage inspired by ancient Tibetan philosophies and Australia's Kimberly gemstones region, on 1 November.
US fitness tax breakthrough 11 Oct 2005 Health club members in the US who take exercise to treat specific health conditions are now eligible for tax deductions.
Singaporeans encouraged to shape up 11 Oct 2005 Healthy WorkLife, Healthy Living is the theme of this year’s National Healthy Lifestyle Campaign (NHLC) in Singapore.
Clark Hatch considers public offering to fund expansion 11 Oct 2005 Clark Hatch, founder and chairman emeritus of fitness club chain Clark Hatch International, has announced that the company plans to seek investors or a public offering in order to fund further expansion.
Wow! CEO says fitness industry must address pricing 11 Oct 2005 In an interview with Health Club Management magazine, Stephen Roma, CEO of American fitness chain Wow! Work Our World, said that pricing is the greatest issue the health club industry has to face.
Fitness First claims health club top spot 10 Oct 2005 Fitness First claims that it is now the largest operator of wholly-owned health and fitness clubs in the world.
Holiday Inn enters Arabia 10 Oct 2005 Branded budget hotels will make an entry into the Gulf region, as a consortium of 12 regional investors have agreed to finance a US$150m (123m euro, £85m) launch and development of more than 20 Express by Holiday Inn hotels across five countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in the Arabian penninsula.
Stargate Dubai project launched 07 Oct 2005 Real estate development group Osus has launched Stargate, a multi-use family entertainment centre which will be located in the centre of Dubai’s Zabeel Park.
Hard Rock to launch first theme park 07 Oct 2005 Hard Rock International (HRI) has announced that it is planning to launch its first theme park in the US, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Tegelaars named European operator of the Year by IHRSA 06 Oct 2005 The founder and CEO of Cannons Health & Fitness in the UK, Harm Tegelaars, has been named 2005 European Club Operator of the Year by the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA).
New SeaWorld waterpark to open in 2007 06 Oct 2005 SeaWorld Orlando has announced plans to build an innovative new water park to open in Orlando in 2007.
£300m Schlitterbahn resort for Kansas 05 Oct 2005 Plans for a US$300m (251m euro, £170m) Schlitterbahn Vacation Village have been revealed in Kansas, US.
Spa industry on course in Australia 05 Oct 2005 A company which specialises in training for the spa industry, has launched the first of its workshops in Melbourne.
Funding secured to build Singapore’s ‘London Eye’ 04 Oct 2005 The Singapore Tourism Board has announced that it has secured funding for its own version of the London Eye and that construction is set to begin shortly.
Londa Hotel opens in Cyprus 29 Sep 2005 Following an 18-month multi-million dollar refurbishment, The Londa Hotel in Cyprus has reopened as a leisure and business hotel and joined Great Hotels of the World.
TiLE to be held in June in 2006 29 Sep 2005 Richard Curtis, organiser of the annual TiLE exhibitions announced at TiLE 2005 last week that next year’s event will see the exhibition return to being held in June.
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.
