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The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong introduces a range of face and body treatments by Epicuren, a Californian skincare brand known for combining the best of nature with cutting-edge technology to create age-defying products.

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Nature Meets Science

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong introduces a range of face and body treatments by Epicuren, a Californian skincare brand known for combining the best of nature with cutting-edge technology to create age-defying products.

Targeting different skin needs, the spa menu now boasts five Epicuren facials – the Ageless Enzyme Facial for instance, features the company’s patented Metadermabolic Enzyme technology to achieve firming while improving texture and tone.

For full-body pampering, Immune Defense gives your immune system a boost, or try The Jet Lag Solution for three hours of blissful scrubs and massages carried out in two separate morning and evening sessions. www.fourseasons.com.

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Beyond Bespoke

Afini takes bespoke travel to the next level with the launch of Asia’s first and only luxury destination club. By paying a one-time initiation and annual renewal fee, members enjoy discounted rates at multimillion-dollar residences at some of the world’s most stunning locations, or top-notch partner hotels in major cities, and have access to a range of personalised services.

From booking and itinerary planning, to on-site concierge and last-minute changes, a ‘lifestyle consultant’ and destination concierge will ensure your vacation is stress-free and exactly the way you want it. www.afini.com.

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Ultimate Detox

The modern lifestyle can take its toll on our health – as toxins from diet and the environment build up in our system, the risk of developing chronic diseases also increases. Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat offers seven-night detox programmes throughout the year to direct guests’ attention back to their health.

Through key wellness seminars, meditation, yoga, spa and wellness therapies and organic cuisine that incorporates wholefoods rich in phytonutrients and fibre, the retreat facilitates the body’s natural ability to detox, protect and repair and helps guests establish healthy habits for lasting results. www.gwinganna.com.

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Spa Break

If you find it hard to fit a getaway into your schedule, consider Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou’s latest offering: A Spa Soiree. This staycation package is available until December 31, 2017, and includes accommodation in a spacious Club Deluxe Room with access to the Oriental Club Lounge.

Enjoy breakfast and evening cocktails at the exclusive lounge, but the real treat is the 60-minute Oriental Essence massage for two people at the award-winning spa. The signature treatment focuses on stressed areas of the body to ensure complete relaxation. www.mandarinoriental.com.

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Joyous Celebration

What better way to kick-start the Year of the Rooster than with a family getaway to a five-star Maldivian resort, where you can enjoy a range of activities and relaxing spa treatments, while indulging in traditional Chinese dishes? From January 27 to 29, stay at Jumeirah Vittaveli for a unique Chinese New Year.

Guests will be treated to a dazzling celebration programme, including traditional lion dance, illusion show by star magician Zlwin Che and poi fire dance. For foodies, don’t miss the chance to savour a variety of dim sum, seafood and other traditional Chinese delights! www.jumeirah.com.

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Aqua Bike

Aquabike studio Velocity in Causeway Bay brings a premium French workout experience combining cutting-edge fitness technology and luxury to Hong Kong. A state-of-the-art technological gem designed and engineered in France, the Velocity aquabike provides one of the most effective fat-burning cardio workouts in town.

Each 30-minute session takes place in exquisitely furnished, private cabins available for single private cycling or duo workouts shared with a friend via connected cabins, with the potential to burn 300 to 500 calories, equivalent to that of a Pilates class or brisk jog. www.velocitystudio.hk.

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Crowning Glory

A head of sleek, luxuriant tresses can do wonders for one’s overall appearance, so treat your locks to a nourishing treatment to keep them looking their best.

At Spring Spa, the Hair Rescue Remedy doesn’t just revive hair with a super hydrating Bali crème masque and time under Spring’s hair steamer designed to repair stressed tresses; it’s a full-body experience where a scalp and hot stone shoulder massage relieves tension, in addition to a coconut oil massage for the arms and legs.

This unique treatment is available at Spring Spa’s Bali locations at Seminyak Village Mall and opposite the W Retreat & Spa Bali. www.springspa.com.