Waldorf Astoria Collection opens its first ski resort

August 11, 2009 - Utah

The prestigious Waldorf Astoria Collection opened its first ski resort, the Dakota Mountain Lodge & Golden Door Spa, in Park City, Utah.

Dakota Mountain Lodge is located at the base of The Canyons®Resort, one of the top-rated mountains for skiing and snowboarding in the United States.

Featuring 175 elegantly appointed guestrooms, world-renowned Golden Door Spa and award-winning Spruce restaurant, Dakota Mountain Lodge is Park City's newest luxury property.

Phuket indulgence

July 28, 2009 - Phuket

Tucked away from the hustle of Phuket town, in the national parkland of pristine Mai Khao beach, the new Sala Spa is open at the five-star Sala Phuket Resort and Spa.

Combine the most decadent treatments for a 3-Sala Indulgence Journey and be pampered with skin therapies including the Myoxy Pearl and Caviar facial, Aromatic Moor Mud wrap and Hot Stone treatments.

Connect to nature in your treatment room’s private gardens and relaxation area or get spoilt in a tranquil beachside sala.

Vedana Spa at Pilgrimage Village

July 28, 2009 - Vietnam

Vedana Spa at Pilgrimage Village, Hue is an indulgent sanctuary of relaxation.

Designed in a unique Vietnamese style,Pilgrimage Village is an environmentally friendly resort that guarantees a magnificent stay, where the natural environment blends harmoniously with the area's local culture.

To complement the peaceful setting, the resort's Vedana Spa assists you to enjoy a range of treatments inspired by nature to nurture the mind, body and spirit.

Spa Village Kuala Lumpur

July 28, 2009 - Kuala Lumpur

Spa Village Kuala Lumpur is an extension of the Spa Village brand which has gained worldwide recognition for its diverse range of treatments.

Unique to its location, each Spa Village focuses on the healing cultures of its locality.

Located on the 4th floor of the luxurious all-suite wing of The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur, the Spa Village spans 12,000 square feet enveloping any spa enthusiast in a world of their own far removed from city life.

Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya

July 28, 2009 - Mexico

Inspired by the Mayan healing elements of water, air, fire and earth The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya, Mexico has opened.

Latin flavours ripple in the waters of the Watsu Pool and Mayan Temazcal and three thatched roof spa palapas overlooking the peaceful water scene offer shelter for outdoor treatments.

lifestyle cities and communities

July 28, 2009 - Dubai

Spa real estate has been undergoing a boom for the past year as homeowners choose to live-in condominiums, apartments and gated communities surrounded by spa facilities.

But the future is in whole cities dedicated to spa living.

Dubai is leading the way by designing the new Palmarosa, a spa lifestyle city 2.5 million square feet in size that will not only offer villas and townhouses, but also club houses, five star hotels, and spa malls set in tranquil gardens.

full moon at sheraton maldives

July 28, 2009 - Maldives

The Aquum Spa at new Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa has celebrated its launch.

On its own island of Furanafushi, a 15 minute speedboat ride from Mali international airport, the resort is an ideal base for island hopping.

The spa and resort nestle on two different islands just five minutes away from the world famous Banana Reef.

Club Med Bali

July 28, 2009 - Bali

After extensive renovations, Club Med Bali re-opens its doors!

A new lease of beauty with a contemporary feel... Located in stunning Nusa Dua, on the South-East coast of the island of Bali, this picturesque property rests alongside the slopes of the Batur Volcano and terraced padi fields.

Ideal for young couples and families who want to enjoy a truly hassle-free holiday, Club Med is the perfect choice for a blissful island escape.

Borneo Highlands Resort

July 20, 2009 - Borneo

"Go back to nature, back to basics” at Borneo Highlands Resort where nature unites with exquisite living.

Towering 1,000 metres above sea level in Borneo’s exotic rainforest on the Sarawak-Kalimantan border, this eco-friendly development draws residents to a lifestyle of exceptional golf, spa and nature.

Four Seasons spa in Kuningan

June 29, 2009 - Indonesia

Famous for the most spacious guest rooms in the city, this worldclass property is located in Kuningan.

Six acres of beautifully landscaped tropical gardens, Indonesian antiques, fine woodcarvings and contemporary art further add to the tasteful environment conducive to relaxation.

Offset by the use of stone, rich timber, silk and natural light, modern touches such as a cantilevered suspended staircase add to the two-story spa’s sense of unencumbered space.