28-30 Apr 2024
Radisson Blu Hotel,
Glasgow,
|
08-08 May 2024
Hotel Melià ,
Milano ,
Italy
|
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex,
Guangzhou,
China
|
13-16 May 2024
Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia ,
Italy
|
14 May 2024
JPMorgan Chase Headquarters,
New York City,
United States
|
18-22 May 2024
The Ravenala Attitude Hotel,
Mauritius
|
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais),
Wiesbaden,
Germany
|
30-30 May 2024
Four Seasons Hotel George V,
Paris,
France
|
|
|
|
Historic thermal spa to unveil new wellness suite |
|
By Rebecca Barnes 22 Mar 2017 |
|
The only day spa in the UK which has access to natural thermal waters, Thermae Bath Spa in the city of Bath will open its innovative new wellness suite next week (29 March).
Situated in the heart of the World Heritage Site, Thermae combines the best of the historic spa with contemporary design and facilities, including a selection of spa treatments.
Currently operated by YTL Hotels, the creation of Thermae Bath Spa was funded by Bath & North East Somerset Council, the Millennium Commission, Thermae Development Company Ltd (UK), the Bath Spa Trust, the EU Regional Development Fund and local subscribers.
The new wellness suite replaces the previous steam room pods and includes two new Roman and Georgian-themed aromatic steam rooms, a contemporary infrared sauna, an ice chamber, a new celestial relaxation room and chromotherapy showers.
The refurbishment was undertaken by sauna and steam room specialist, Dale Sauna.
“Thermae Bath Spa has now been open for over 10 years and it was time to reinvest in the facilities,” said Colin Skellett, chairman of Thermae Bath Spa. “The new suite really strengthens our offering. It has involved a significant investment – the largest that has been made in a decade in fact. It is extremely important to YTL to invest in the quality of Thermae Bath Spa to keep the experience original, relevant, and interesting – and to entice guests back for more.”
He added, “If it weren’t for Bath’s natural thermal waters, we wouldn’t have this unique spa for local residents and visitors to enjoy today. So it was important to us to infuse our new wellness suite with the very essence of the city, to honour the local culture and history. As such, many areas subtly evoke elements of the city, such as the mosaic of Sulis Minerva in the Roman steam room.”
The infrared sauna showcases the best in contemporary sauna design. The largest facility in the suite, it features a warm acacia and lime wooden interior, fragrant essences and infrared heaters.
The two steam rooms take inspiration from Bath’s history. The light-filled Georgian steam room features a fountain, muted colours and a bright floral fragrance. This room is heated to 45 degrees at 100% humidity.
In contrast, the Roman steam room has a bold design, which draws heavily on local Roman architecture. The predominant material used is natural stone, and all finishes are handcrafted by traditional stone masons. This room features fluted Roman columns, lion heads and an Italian crafted mosaic of the image of Sulis Minerva, courtesy of Heritage Services of Bath and North East Somerset Council.
Featuring fibre optic lighting and an audio visual display of stars and planets, the celestial relaxation room was designed with relaxation in mind; guests lie on individual tiled heated loungers while breathing in a fresh scent. The lighting and music reference historical links with astrology, notably William Herschel’s discovery of the planet Uranus from his home in Bath.
The ice chamber features a blue-lit trough in the centre of the room, while a menthol fragrance finishes off the invigorating experience. The dominant colour is blue with mosaics, tiles, porcelain and tumbled glass. Blue LED lights illuminating the ice feature and reflective glass-like panels enhance light and space.
Once guests have indulged in the thermal and sensory experiences of the wellness suite, they can enjoy the experience showers, which include two sets of body jets and chromotherapy showers.
A spa session at Thermae Bath Spa includes full use of the wellness suite, bathing in the natural thermal waters of the indoor minerva bath and the open-air rooftop pool.
|
|
News |
1 to 12 of 8704 news stories |
|
|
25 Apr 2024
Kerzner International has signed deals to operate two new Siro recovery hotels in Mexico and Saudi Arabia, following the launch of the inaugural Siro property in Dubai this February. Designed to offer guests a holistic ... More
|
|
|
|
24 Apr 2024
The US spa industry is continuing its upward trajectory, achieving an unprecedented milestone with a record-breaking revenue of US$21.3 billion in 2023, surpassing the previous high of US$20.1 billion in 2022. This data stems from ... More
|
|
|
|
24 Apr 2024
Short-term incentives to exercise, such as using daily reminders, rewards or games, can lead to sustained increases in activity, according to new research. Researchers found that even a simple daily reminder encouraged people to move ... More
|
|
|
|
24 Apr 2024
Spa and wellness veteran Shannon Malave has been named spa director at iconic US spa destination Mohonk Mountain House. Based in New York’s verdant Hudson Valley and founded in 1869, Mohonk is a historic Victorian ... More
|
|
|
|
23 Apr 2024
Six Senses Kyoto opens its doors today, marking the eco-luxury hotel and spa operator’s entry into Japan and a new addition to its urban collection. Situated in the historic Higashiyama district, the 81-key hotel is ... More
|
|
|
|
23 Apr 2024
The UAE’s first-ever Dior Spa has officially launched at The Lana, Dubai – the Dorchester Collection’s debut property in the Middle East. Bathed in natural daylight on the hotel’s 29th floor, Dior Spa The Lana ... More
|
|
|
|
22 Apr 2024
The Sacred River Spa at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan will reopen later this year with an all-new design plus enhanced treatments and experiences inspired by its river valley home. Nestled amid rich tropical ... More
|
|
|
|
18 Apr 2024
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released new data on the US’ wellness economy, valuing it at US$1.8 trillion. According to the organisation's recent report – called The Global Wellness Economy: United States – the ... More
|
|
|
|
19 Apr 2024
UK sauna enthusiasts will converge at Galgorm Resort in Northern Ireland next week for the highly anticipated second annual UK Aufguss Championships. Hosted from 22-24, the event will see competitors from across the UK showcasing ... More
|
|
|
|
17 Apr 2024
Remedy Place, a US-based social wellness club brand, is poised for steady expansion in the coming years, with plans to open two new clubs annually moving forward Remedy Place is the brainchild of Dr Jonathan ... More
|
|
|
|
16 Apr 2024
Swiss longevity brand Clinique La Prairie (CLP) has inked a deal with Montara Hospitality Group to operate a resort at Tri Vananda – a purpose-built wellness community in Phuket, Thailand. Tri Vananda, envisioned as a ... More
|
|
|
|
15 Apr 2024
Six Senses has announced the grand opening of its first-ever property and spa in the Caribbean, called Six Senses La Sagesse. With a picturesque beachfront setting and surrounded by verdant hills, Six Senses La Sagesse ... More
|
|
|
|
|
|