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Spa as health care
Long known for its commitment to health and wellness , Villa Stéphanie in Baden- Baden , Germany , Brenners Park-Hotel ’ s on-site spa and health treatment concept , combines alternative and traditional medical care , beauty and emotional balance . The holistic approach incorporates a range of natural preventative programs and specialized treatments led by Harry König , an internal medicine and holistic care specialist . Medical care offerings include preventative health check-ups , dental treatments , gynecological services and nutrition planning .
“ Nowadays , 80 % of our clients come because they want to be healthier ,” says Hans-Peter Veit , spa manager at Villa Stéphanie , adding that the most popular treatments are related to weight loss and detox . “ While many are seeking spa treatments , they want it to be effective and more medical indication is the key . That ’ s why we have developed the program .”
Villa Stéphanie encompasses 12 double rooms and three suites that provide guests with a digital detox free of
“ e-smog ,” which is produced by magnetic , electromagnetic and electrical fields . Copper plates in the walls and a unique paint finish create an e-smog-free environment to encourage more natural and restful relaxation and sleep .
Health and wellness also take centerstage at Halekulani ' s spa in Honolulu . Professional wellness advice is the focus of a monthly program at SpaHalekulani , known as the Living-Well Lecture Series . Hosted by Halekulani ' s resident life coach , lectures cover a number of topics , including eating well and establishing healthy habits to increase energy levels . Participation is complimentary for Halekulani guests and available for a fee to non-hotel guests .
" Years ago , spas focused on square footage and special features , to the extent of promoting a gimmick ," says Kamala Nayeli , director of SpaHalekulani . " Today it ’ s all about the individual receiving a quality service with a more personalized approach . Because today ’ s spa guests are also more conscious and in-the-know about health and well-being , we are seeing to provide
A double treatment room at Villa Stéphanie at Brenners Park-Hotel in Baden-Baden , Germany
The Living-Well Lecture Series at Honolulu ' s Halekulani serves as an extension of the spa ' s treatments such as the Euphoria Facial designed to stinulate the senses .
“ Nowadays , 80 % of our clieNts come because they waNt to be healthier .”
more treatments and products geared toward lifestyle and sustainability ."
Nayeli explains that the lecture series additionally serves as an extension of the spa ' s service offerings to educate guests about the benefits of each treatment . While target guests include " anyone open to enhancing their lives in some way ," she says the most common participants have included both males and females between the ages of 35 and 55 . Occassionally , a " curious traveler " who is contemplating making healthy changes in their life attends a presentation .
" Our sole intention is to inspire ," Nayeli says . " We want to guests to understand the well-being means more that spending an hour on a yoga mat twice a week or even on a massage table once a month . Well-being is about making healthy choices each and every day ."
24 hotelsmag . com May 2016