Lisdoonvarna Spa’s future secured by government fund 04 Jun 2004 The Lisdoonvarna Spa Wells in County Clare, Republic of Ireland, has been given an 1,363,192 euro grant by the Ministry of Arts, Sport and Tourism, for the redevelopment of the site.
Maze maestro goes to the dark side 02 Jun 2004 UK maze designer, Adrian Fisher, has opened what he claims to be Europe’s first-ever horror-based maze attraction in Germany.
Pilates Center opens in Maastricht 02 Jun 2004 A 180,000 euro Pilates centre has opened in Maastricht and has become the first club in Europe to install Peak PilateSystem equipment.
Aqua Soul opens spa on Heron Island 26 May 2004 Aqua Soul Spa, a signature resort operated by P&O Australian Resorts, has opened a spa site on Heron Island.
Nusta Spa goes green 24 May 2004 Nusta Spa, in Washington DC, has introduced a new ‘green’ concept in its design and become the first day spa in the US to be accepted into the Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED) for its commercial interiors programme.
Mandarin reveals Bermuda spa plans 07 May 2004 Mandarin-Oriental Hotel Group has announced it will open a $2m (£1.1m) destination spa at its Elbow Beach resort.
Winter loss for Orient-Express, but summer brings optimism 06 May 2004 Orient-Express Hotels has announced a net loss of $4.6m for the first quarter ending 31 March, but claims it was in line with expectations as several of its properties are closed for the winter – including the Venice Simplon Orient Express train.
Parents and teens scale Red Mountain spa 06 May 2004 Red Mountain Spa in Utah, USA, has teamed up with SpaKid International to launch a wellness programme designed for parents and their teenage children.
Radisson opens its resort spa at Hungarian golf hotel 04 May 2004 Hotel chain, Radisson SAS, opened its first resort hotel in Hungary last month, offering guests a spa and golf experience at its Birdland Resort & Spa in Bük, close to the Austrian border.
Rank results fall short but Hard Rock is steady 28 Apr 2004 Rank Group has revealed it remains cautious about results for the year to 17 April, as, while Hard Rock sales are improving, its gaming division has been hit by big wins at its high end Clermont casino and the introduction of money laundering regulations
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.
Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has unveiled its design for Eve Music Hall in Čepin, eastern Croatia, as construction progresses towards completion ahead of the opening, which is scheduled for March 2027.
Experience design company, BRC Imagination Arts, has completed a transition that sees founder Bob Rogers pass ownership of the business to four long-serving senior executives, while remaining actively involved with the company.
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai in Hoi An, Vietnam, has put together a Global Wellness Day (GWD) agenda with activations rooted in nature and shaped by four pillars of Joy – in alignment with the day’s theme #JoyMagenta.
Lithuanian care operator Addere Care has launched a “wellness care hospital” in Vilnius. It's the company’s second Lithuanian site, following a hospital in Trakai, but the first to offer professional medical care in a spa resort environment.
Australia’s fast-growing fitness network, Viva Leisure, is adding a low-cost gym brand to its already extensive portfolio. The Zoo Fit rollout starts in July with two launches.
