Nestled in a forest in the Norwegian capital, The Well offers head-to-toe pampering across a three-floor palace of 110,000sqft.
Deep Healing
Nestled in a forest in the Norwegian capital, The Well offers head-to-toe pampering across a three-floor palace of 110,000sqft. Housing 25 treatment suites, 11 pools, lush gardens, bountiful grottos, lounges and a 250-seat restaurant, the property features a Turkish hammam, Japanese onzen gardens and Blockhaus saunas. Visit Thewell Website
Inner Journey
Located minutes away from the World Heritage-listed Ancient Town, Almanity Hoi An’s 40-room My Chi Spa follows the hotel’s philosophy of discovering an authentic experience through an inner odyssey. Included in every guest’s stay is a daily 90-minute spa journey, comprising massage and meditation, after which they can take a plunge in the relaxation pool. Visit Almanityhoian Website
Major Milestone
Epitomising its quest for health, wellbeing and innovation with state-of-the-art facilities, world-class therapists, sports science, fitness classes and pioneering spa treatments, Champneys celebrated its 90th birthday by debuting the Champneys Detox and Wellness Spa, which promises sea and mineral detox treatments for both the mind and body in a smart, ultra-modern environment. A must-try is its two-and-a-half hour Voyage of Discovery treatment. Visit Champneys Website
Urban Hideout
The first Lush Spa in Hong Kong opened its door on Lyndhurst Terrace in Central, offering a space of tranquillity right in the middle of the buzzing city. The five-storey spa boasts three treatment rooms, a kitchen, living room and shower rooms – all designed to evoke a cosy home from the English countryside. On the menu are nine facial and body treatments targeting individual needs, such as the Synaesthesia signature massage and The Validation Facial. They are choreographed to music composed especially for the themed spa journeys to create unique, multisensory experiences. Visit Lush-hk Website
Old Meets New
The Spa at Ashford Castle is the latest addition to the 13th-century building. Housed in a fairy-tale setting of muted greys, earthy greens and gentle creams designed by French architect Phillipe Bonino, the spa entices with seashell chandeliers and a gorgeous Tree of Life mural by South African ceramic mosaic artist Jane Du Rand. The property features a hammam, steam room, manicure and pedicure areas, five treatment rooms, a relaxation suite and an outdoor terrace overlooking Ireland’s second largest lake, Lough Corrib. Visit Ashfordcastle Website
Refreshed Look
Perched seven floors above the Atlantic Ocean, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Fort Lauderdale is refreshed with new custom treatments that now use ESPA products. Helmed by New York design firm Dash Design, the 8,500sqm spa now boasts a steam room, sauna and salon, making it the first beachfront, full-service spa in the area. Visit Ritzcarlton Website
Change in Tides
One&Only The Palm, Dubai has brought in French skincare house Guerlain to manage its spa. Aside from featuring its luxury products, The Guerlain Spa serves to release tension, relieve stress and reconnect body and mind, combining its cutting-edge technology with One&Only’s mantra of customisation, emotion and sensuality. Visit Oneandonlyresorts
New Transformations
Following a six-month revamp, Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La’s Le Touessrok Resort & Spa in Mauritius transformed from a Givenchy Spa to an in-house managed property that offers Ayurvedic treatments using organic, locally sourced ingredients. Private consultations with nutritionists and Ayurvedic doctors are available; and the spa menu incorporates yoga and meditation into every treatment. Visit Shangri-la Website
Beauty Express
Rice Force Beauty Boutique opened in Thailand’s capital in late 2015, offering facial treatments in a tranquil haven amidst the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. Located on Sukhumvit Soi 16, this brick and mortar store was followed by the brand’s first online offering in the country. Visit Riceforce Website
Less is More
L’Occitane rolls out the red carpet for its first Petit Spa in Malaysia, tucked away behind its renovated retail boutique. Spanning 700sqft, the spa immediately features its signature back-to-nature concept with warm tones of beige, while its collection of essential oils and natural ingredients are the next best thing to a trip to Provence.Visit Loccitane Website
Bigger Family
The two-tiered Anantara Spa at the Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort reopened in 2015 with six additional treatment rooms and new hammam facilities. Couples’ rooms now come with a built-in sauna, showers and whirlpool featuring Microsilk technology. Its spa menu has expanded, offering more than 30 treatments, including 120-minute signatures, the Royal Hammam and Nam Jai. Visit Dubai-palm.anantara Website
