Recently voted one of the best hotels in the Indian Ocean and Africa, in Conde Nast Traveller Awards 2011 and featured in Tatler Travel Guide 2012, Vamizi Island is firmly established as one of the world’s favourite destinations. Exclusive for 2012, Vamizi Island “inspired by nature”, is launching Vamizi Island Retreats. Vamizi Island is offering guests a unique opportunity to revive, restore and rejuvenate on their very own private island. Hosted by renowned yoga, health and fitness instructor, Claire Finlay, each guest receive a one-to consultation to create a tailor-made itinerary ensuring they do as much or as little as they wish. Choose from vinyasa yoga on the shoreline, followed by a freshly prepared juice or smoothie from the island’s “natural pharmacy” before embarking on an exhilarating open water dive or big game-fishing trip.

Alternatively lie back and read your book whilst Samango monkeys play nearby or take a beachcombing walk with the island’s resident naturalist before indulging in Vamizi’s very own signature massage. This is exercise and nutrition as nature intended, the beach is your gymnasium and the ocean is your larder, your time will be spent outside at one with nature and this blissful hidden island gem will work its magic over the course of this quite extraordinary retreat. 2012 Vamizi Island Retreats are being held 21-27th January, 5-11th March, and 10-16th November 2012 from £2550 per person including yoga, deep sea fishing, scuba diving, snorkelling, flight transfers and accommodation on a fully inclusive basis. (International flights and visas are not included). For further information please kindly follow this link and to book your place, please call our reservation team on +44 (0) 1285 762218 or email enquiries@vamizi.com

Homewood Park is delightfully idyllic and tranquil set in parklands and stunning and award-winning gardens with a unique view over the beautiful Limpley Stoke Valley. Step inside and explore the house, you will notice that it still retains most of its original features. A fusion of the traditional and contemporary. The exposed wooden floors, antique paintings and roaring log fires meet stylish modern furnishings, fabrics and finishes. Where sophisticated unites with contemporary and comfortable, chic yet homely. This is country life for those who still like to keep one foot in the city. Homewood Park provides exclusive 21 individually designed bedrooms, most of which have an amazing view of the multi award-winning, stunning gardens. 

The spa proudly announced two innovative vinotherapy treatments; a white wine body wrap treatment lasting 90 minutes and a red wine version for 60 minutes. Studies showed that red wine is high in antioxidants, good for the heart, prevents cancer and has an anti-ageing effect on the skin. This thermal wrap leaves the skin feeling luxurious and nourished with a healthy glow. Ideal for dull, tired, sun damaged skin and above all highly relaxing. This treatment involves a full body scrub, red wine thermal body wrap and a relaxing scalp massage.

Wellicious wish you a happy spa experience… Grab your loungewear with you and enjoy your weekend at Homewood Park. For more information, please follow this Link.

The definition of holistic healing is to balance the body, mind, spirit and the whole self. This provides benefits in everyday life allowing you to reach your true potential, find inner peace and make the most of every opportunity in your life. Kiran’s holistic treatments are conducted in a professional and sensitive manner and will provide you with a balanced state of physical and mental health.

She specialises in reflexology, Indian head massage, natural energy healing and guided meditative healing. Kiran has been working as a holistic healer for 10 years and has treated clients suffering from migraines, insomnia, back tension, frozen shoulders, under active thyroids, sinusitis, IBS, drug addictions and eating disorders. The most natural way of relieving these problems is with Indian Head Massage. A special variety of massage movements combined together are used to help reduce stress and fatigue, increase mental clarity, relax and rejuvenate as well as stimulate blood circulation to the scalp stimulating and nourishing hair growth. Tension that has accumulated will be removed.

Many disorders are stress related and increasing numbers of people are suffering from stress related conditions. The severity of these conditions and the effect of stress vary with each individual. Stress causes tension in the body and therefore causes muscles to tighten up thus affecting the nervous system which causes pain. Blood vessels constrict so the blood cannot flow so freely around the body carrying the oxygen and nutrients. Reflexology is the practice of applying pressure to specific points on the feet to stimulate the body’s own healing system.

For your very personal consultation please contact Kiran on 07855 270 876 or please kindly follow this Link.

Situated in the centre of Maastricht is the former Kruisheren cloister, dating from the fifteenth century. Together with the monumental gothic church, this complex has been transformed into a very special designer hotel.

The interior has been created by the internationally renowned interior designer Henk Vos. The beautiful pieces of light installation artwork is created by the German light installation artist Ingo Maurer.

The Kruisherenhotel Maastricht works closely with Beauty Institute La Vie d’Or which is situated in the Maastricht quarter Wyck. We can offer you as a guest a complete stay, so you can pamper your body and mind. This contemporary institute has a wide range of treatments in well-being and skin improvement. With passion and care they compose treatments with the Italian top brand “Comfort Zone”. Experience the ultimate feeling of well-being and indulge yourself with a relaxing facial and body treatment. From the beginning till the end you will enjoy the contemporary way of treatment, a nice atmosphere and a personal approach.

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Nestling secretly in its own orange grove in a secluded corner of Ibiza, Atzaro is a century old finca that has been meticulously converted into a luxury boutique residence, with fabulous bedrooms, delicious cuisine and a heavenly spa. Guests can enjoy relaxing on the terraces in the beautiful gardens or sunbathe by the gorgeous free form swimming pool surrounded by palm trees.

Atzaro is an oasis of rest and tranquillity where the aromas of orange blossom, rosemary and lavender mix to indulge your senses. From 9 - 14th of October, yoga teacher, Jane Kersel will lead 2 practices a day. The morning one will be based on detoxifying practices with fluid movement linked with the breath and core strengthening energetics. The late afternoon practice will be more yin in style (passive) with a greater emphasis on re-wiring the nervous system and stilling the mind so that space develops within which to see/hear clearly what is perhaps blocking our paths and creating resistance in us so that we can move forward with an abundant heart and mind.

Jane Kersel brings together the ancient art and discipline of yoga with the modern day techniques of: neurology, hypnotherapy and psychological/spiritual (psycho-spiritual) practices.
Her techniques help de-stress and shed blockages in the mind, heart and physical body and create abundant, creative, fulfilling lives.

Please, follow this link for further information.

Experience the delights of Malaysia without having to endure the long journey……….. Feel pampered for a whole 90 minutes, with a combination of the Body Scrub, the signature Stomach Massage, Back of Leg Massage and a Body Wrap.

Featured in Tatler’s ‘Time To Get A Beach Body’ in July 2011 Ushvani’s ridiculously smart little spa just off Sloane Street offers an instant pre-beach perk-me-up. The Summer Body Experience is a toning, tightening ritual that will kick start digestion and circulation and leave you feeling as bikini-ready as you’ll ever be.
For a true holistic experience, prepare your mind, body and soul within Ushvani’s sumptuous ladies-only facilities before succumbing to the hands of your expert therapist…

Your Ushvani treatment begins with an invigorating full body Papaya Scrub that thoroughly exfoliates hydrates and brightens the skin. Papaya fruits are full of natural AHA’S (alpha hydroxy acids) that dissolve dead skin cells which is combined with organic cane sugar that sloughs away dry flaky skin and three rich oils of coconut, sunflower and papaya, which leaves the skin smooth and glowing.

Using the Ushvani Green Coffee Oil renowned for its detoxifying qualities and its ability to break down fatty deposits, your therapist will then carry out our signature stomach massage to aid digestion and stimulate the metabolic rate, thereby reducing the appearance of bloating. The back of your legs will then be massaged to boost lymph drainage and to help speed up sluggish circulation. The treatment concludes with a nourishing Coconut Milk Wrap to hydrate the deepest layer of skin, eradicating any dryness, leaving your skin silky smooth and your body summer-ready.

Please follow this link for Ushvani’s website.

If you are feeling stressed and burned out, you are by no means alone. Modern life can be hectic and difficult and you may have too many responsibilities to balance, meaning you do not get sufficient time to yourself to rest and recuperate.

However, there are ways in which you might be able to diffuse the tension your feel and boost your spirits and energy levels. For example, if you can manage to get a weekend in your diary cleared, you may benefit from heading off on a spa break. Such holidays are ideal as solo trips, or with a partner or friends.

By packing your loungewear, yoga clothing and other essentials and setting off on such trips, you might be able to get the peace and quiet you have been dreaming of for so long. These days, there are many different spas to choose from and you can opt either to stay in the UK, in the Limewood Spa or Four Seasons in Hampshire or head abroad. Some such trips are focussed on pampering and feature such things as massages, luxurious food and other delights. Meanwhile, others are more health-based and are a great way of getting stuck into some exercise. By taking some time out of your busy schedule and spending it focussing on yourself, you can recharge your batteries and may be better equipped to deal with the challenges life throws at you when you return.

If you need to stock up on loungewear, yoga clothing and other such things before you take spa breaks, take a look around our website here at Wellicious. We should have exactly what you are after.

We proudly announce that our gorgeous Wellicious yoga, Pilates and loungewear collection will soon be available at Four Seasons in the idyllic scenery of Hampshire. This exclusive hotel features a one-of-a-kind Spa, located in the picturesque stable block of the estate. Whilst enjoying a rejuvenating or energizing treatment one is exposed to a beautiful view over the estate. An exceptional highlight is the glass walkway that leads you to the Spa from the main building. Once you have reached the stables you are indulged in a wide range of bespoke treatments with ESPA cosmetics, Orly and Abahna products. Fresh and healthy delicacies are offered in Santé the Spa café, as little refreshments. Spacious and bright fitness facilities with incomparable views into the garden as well as a Zen studio for those of you seeking something different can be found amongst the hotel’s service facilities. The state-of-the-art studio offers regular Yoga and Pilates classes, where you can test your newly purchased Wellicious outfit for the first time. So, don’t hesitate and book your Spa retreat better sooner than later and enjoy a weekend of pampering, relaxing and visiting some of the most British attractions in Hampshire.
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The Asmara Couples Experience at Ushvani Spa

Asmara is the Malay word for “love”, and Ushvani is delighted to present its fittingly named Asmara Suite, dedicated to couples, friends or relatives. This intimate self-contained space is exquisitely appointed with beautiful Malaysian furnishings and decorative carvings. The Asmara Suite is a place of serenity and supreme luxury, the most idyllic environment to treat a loved one.

Enjoy their complimentary fruit platter and juices on arrival, whilst being indulged in a welcoming foot ritual. Their deep sunken stone bath with hydrotherapy jets, infused with Ushvani’s signature ginger and nutmeg oil awaits you before enjoying two hours of blissful holistic treatments, side by side, performed by their expert therapists.

Light refreshments will be served to complete your Asmara experience whilst you receive aftercare advice from your therapist.

For more information please visit: www.ushvani.com.