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25 Oct 2017
Hot springs leaders gather in US for 2nd annual Global Thermal Think Tank
The second annual Global Thermal Think Tank took place earlier this month in California and New Mexico, US, bringing together world leaders in hot springs for days of talks and thermal experiences.
The event commenced at Glen Ivy Hot Springs in Corona, California, with two days of programmes and special events. It then moved to Two Bunch Palms in California, and then on to Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa and Sunrise Springs Spa Resort, both in New Mexico.
Delegates looked at hot springs trends, growth and operations around the world, examined what each facility executed best, and gained knowledge from case studies and open dialogue. The research and findings on the effects of thermal mineral water on the body was the core theme of the event, and industry leaders advocated for a petition declaring 22 June as World Bathing Day.
“Hot springs are the origin of life, and water is a healing solution with global impact,” said Ingo Schweder, CEO of GOCO Hospitality and Glen Ivy Hot Springs. “Access to water, especially mineral water, has a major impact on the health and prospects of the world.”
Clive McNish, general manager of Glen Ivy Hot Springs, shared updates on the property, including an analysis on spa booking and operating systems.
“We’re working together as hot springs operators to identify challenges that we need addressed by our property management systems to create a more seamless experience for our guests before, during and after their visits,” said McNish.
Marc Cohen, professor of health sciences at RMIT University in Australia, presented an accreditation and training programme that included a review of existing industry standards.
“This is a unique industry which requires highly specialised education programmes and staff training guidelines,” said Cohen.
Dr Richard Lewis Miller, founder and CEO of Wilbur Hot Springs Health Maintenance Organization, delivered research updates on the mental and physical health benefits of hot springs.
Meanwhile, Dr Jack Tsonis, founder of Australian Sweat Bathing Association, gave a presentation on extreme hot and cold bathing practices. Marion Schneider, CEO of Germany-based Toskanaworld, presented a social and economic study on the benefits of hot springs facilities to communities.
Last year's inaugural event took place at the Toskanaworld Hotel and Therme in Bad Orb, Germany, in advance of the Global Wellness Summit. Details on next year's event have not yet been announced, but it will likely take place in Italy, where the Global Wellness Summit will be held.
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27 Mar 2024
Thailand's first lady attends APSWC Awards ceremony recognising industry excellence
The Asia Pacific Spa & Wellness Coalition (APSWC) recently marked another year of industry
achievement with a prestigious awards ceremony held during the 2024 APSWC Round Table
event in Bangkok, Thailand.
08 Mar 2024
Global Wellness Day 2024 to champion reconnecting with nature
Global Wellness Day (GWD) is set to mark its 13th annual celebration on 8 June 2024, under
the theme #MagentaNature, emphasising the vital connection between humanity and the
natural world.
04 Mar 2024
SHA Wellness receives top accolade at 2024 World Spa and Wellness Awards
Eight of the world’s leading spa operations were honoured at the annual World Spa and
Wellness Awards during a glamorous ceremony held in London over the weekend.
01 Mar 2024
Second edition of UK Aufguss Championships set to heat up Galgorm Resort
The ancient art of aufguss will be celebrated this April with the Second UK Aufguss
Championships at destination spa and hotel Galgorm Resort in Northern Ireland.
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06 Feb 2024
Canyon Ranch announces Enchant at The Ranch wellness festival
Destination wellness brand Canyon Ranch will host the first edition of its beauty and wellness
festival, called Enchant at Canyon Ranch, from 17 to 21 March at its Tucson resort and spa in
Arizona.
10 Jan 2024
Spas of America unveils Top 100 Spas of 2023, Spa at Séc-he lands first place
Spa and wellness travel website Spas of America has unveiled its Top 100 Spas of 2023, with
The Spa at Séc-he in downtown Palm Springs, California, taking the top spot.
20 Dec 2023
We Work Well unveils 2024 event schedule for fitness, wellness and hospitality industries
International hosted buyer event company We Work Well (WWW) has confirmed dates and
locations for its 2024 conference calendar.
11 Dec 2023
First Wellness Hospitality Conference attracts 500 attendees to Milan – dates revealed for 2024 event
The first edition of the Wellness Hospitality Conference (WHC), co-organised by Teamwork
Hospitality and InSpaTime, was recently hosted at the NH Hotel in Milan and attracted more
than 500 delegates.
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