A visit to the spa is one of the best ways to relax, let go and feel completely rejuvenated. Kiwi Collection has hundreds of luxury spa hotels from all over the world, but for those of you who hear Europe calling, here are some of our favorite luxury spa getaways:

The Connaught:
Known as one of London’s most historic and legendary hotels, The Connaught has recently opened the Aman Spa. Focusing on treatments reflecting the renewing traditions of China, Thailand, India and the Americas, insures optimal relaxation and comfort, perfect for a long overdue escape. This international approach to wellness also means that the Aman Spa can offer treatments that will target individual needs with their internationally trained holistic therapists. And when you stay at The Connaught anytime from now until the end of 2010, book with their Revitalizing Retreat offer which includes a 60 minute holistic massage, daily English breakfast for two, a welcome bottle of Champagne and late check out until 2pm.

Domes of Elounda:
Escape to Elounda, Greece on the island of Crete and indulge yourself at the Milfey Spa at the Domes of Elounda. With floor to ceiling windows offering enchanting views of the Mediterranean Sea and landscape assists in restoring a sense of wellness and inspires and aura of vitality. And a special treat at the Milfey Spay is their black and gold glimmering hammam along with the secret methods of the ancient Greeks using the same Mediterranean wasters used throughout the ages.

Hotel Raito:
Set on the gorgeous Amalfi Coast in Italy, Hotel Raito’s Expure SPA has a refined atmosphere that will transport you into a world of ultimate relaxation. This spa uses only fresh ingredients along with soothing sounds that will restore your physical harmony either indoors or in their open air solarium overlooking the Gulf of Salerno. And when booking your stay, don’t forget about their Wellness & Beauty Package which offers: accommodation in a double room, delicious breakfast buffet, free entrance to their spa with swimming pool, sauna and Turkish bath, a 40 min. Californian massage, a 30 min. craniosacral massage and a 10% reduction in any additional spa treatments.

Mandarin Oriental Prague:
Voted as the best spa in Europe by the prestigious Luxury Spa Finder magazine, this is the place to relax while soaking up a little history. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Prague is a two-floor oasis that is the only spa in the world located in a former Renaissance chapel which appropriately accompanies its philosophy that your body is a temple for your spirit. When you visit for a minimum of two nights, from now until June 30, 2010 the have a Spa Indulgence Package which offers a welcome detox Mocktail upon arrival in the hotel’s baroque colonnade Monastery Lounge, Daily breakfast at Essensia or in the privacy of your guestroom, a full-day Bohemian Ritual including a healthy lunch at the spa, a special spa keepsake and a complementary early check-in and late check-out.

The Westin Paris:
With views of the Tuileries Gardens and the Eiffel Tower, The Westin Paris is the ideal place to stay right in the heart of one of the most popular destinations in the world. Come here and embark on your spa journey which, at their Six Senses spa, tailors every treatment to suite your individual needs. This urban well-being sanctuary will invigorate you with the elements of the earth which is assisted by the stunning interior design by French architect Pierre David. And with their Touch of Spa package when you book your stay for two nights or more you will get a great accommodation rate, buffet breakfast for two each morning and a 30 minute Six Senses “Discovery” treatment.

Just because winter is around the corner doesn’t mean it can’t feel like spring! From now until December 31, 2009 the Alva Park Resort and Spa in Costa Brava, Spain, is offering a great “Butterfly Dream” package that includes dinner in their Grand Butterfly Garden with hundreds of flying butterflies.

Set on one of the most landscaped beaches in the heart of Costa Brava and only an hour away from Barcelona, is the beautifully luxurious Alva Park Resort and Spa. Close to fabulous art galleries, pristine beaches, world class golf courses and extraordinarily beautiful fishing and medieval villages makes this area perfect for experiencing one of the most fascinating areas of Spain.

Suites at the Alva Park are offer a variety of room choices for guests like sea view suites with elegant canopy covered terraces or suites with a Turkish bath featuring an indoor secret garden under the moon light.

Spain is always a great getaway destination but until December 31, 2009 the Alva Park Resort and Spa is the ultimate destination in Spain. Come take advantage of their “Butterfly Dream” package here which offers two nights in one of their junior suites and lets you wake up each morning to an unlimited a la carte breakfast while the sun is rising over the sea.

This package also includes access to their Indian Princess Bath. This is a magical place that allows you to fully let go and relax as you float in warm salt water in the midst of underwater music. This is not only the highlight of their spa which also offers classic Ayurvedic and Tibetan massages as well as an array of beauty treatments, but it is also a most unique experience that will have you feeling relaxed for days.

To complete this “Butterfly Dream” is a delicious dinner in their Grand Butterfly Garden. This Garden gives spectacular scenery with a mobile roof and glass panels, recreating a natural habitat housing hundreds of flying butterflies, snow and other exciting surprises that you have to see to experience.

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Located off the coast of Africa, east of Madagascar is the Island Nation of Mauritius. Virtually undiscovered by North Americans, it is one of the most luxury getaways in the Indian Ocean. Being one of the most developed of the Mascarene Islands, Mauritius’ biggest asset is the relaxed charm of its warm and welcoming people. In part two of our series we go to the southern part of the island, seeking out the best places to visit.

Once landing on the island of Mauritius you may want to escape the hustle and bustle of Port-Louis and head south towards St. Felix for a less developed and more authentic experience on the island. The south coast is not typical to the post card illustrations of Mauritius and contains the most interesting places for people who are interested in French colonial history. Full of rich vegetation and beautiful rocky cliffs, views are simply breathtaking. It is unlike any other beach experience.

If you are looking for the perfect getaway and space to relax, Mauritius’ most luxurious hotels has to be Shanti Ananda Maurice. Spread over 36 acres of tropical gardens, with breathtaking views of the hills and the Indian Ocean with its coral reefs, the resort is located in the south of Mauritius at St. Felix.

The goal of Shanti Ananda Maurice is to offer a place for you to explore your inner self and go beyond the simple indulging of the body and senses, creating a truly holistic experience. Their spa features therapies for total renewal dedicated to restoring balance and harmonizing energies. Ayruvedic Treatments and Oriental Therapy are just some of the services they offer.

To ensure total privacy each of the spacious suites and villas at Shanti Ananda Maurice feature beach front locations overlooking the sea.

To completely wind down, many of the activities offered include traditional Hatha yoga classes as well as traditional mediation, perfect for bringing together mind, body and spirit.

Shanti Ananda Maurice also features wonderful dining experiences for all pallets. With signature cuisines prepared by internationally acclaimed chefs at their restaurant Da Maurizio, they also have a lounge bar Red Ginger that offers both alfresco and indoor options and has one of the largest selections of wine available.

And if that wasn’t inticing enough, from now until October 15th, Shanti Ananda Maurice is offering a 50% discount on their Bed & Breakfast rates!

Also, the longer you stay the greater discount you receive with their “Free Nights on Spa Packages”. The hotel is also offering a special incentive of 7 nights for the price of 5, 10 nights for the price of 7 or 14 nights for the price of 10. Valid on all spa packages also until October 15th 2009.

If you are planning our first trip to the island of Mauritius, you will soon discover why it is considered by so many people to be a paradise!

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Situated in Valle D’Ampezzo in the Dolomites mountain range in Italy, Cortina, famous for its alpine scenery and après-ski scene, is home to some of the most prestigious names in fashion and, of course, world-class accommodation.

If you haven’t put this place on the agenda as you tour around Europe for leisure or business, the re-opening of Cristallo Hotel & Spa might be an added incentive.

Set on a quiet, panoramic hill, Cristallo Hotel & Spa is an ideal place for those of you who wish to experience Italy at its most luxurious. Together with its Transvital Swiss Beauty Center, the La Veranda restaurant and exquisite cocktails, this luxury hotel in Italy has thought of everything to ensure a unique and perfect stay.

After a complete restoration of the historical buildings, The Cristallo Hotel & Spa takes on a refreshed hue and has become the first choice for international and Italian guests wanting to relax in the intimate atmosphere in Cortina D-ampezzo.

In addition to the luxury hotels own reinvention, Cristallo Hotel & Spa is proud to announce a new, anti-ageing spa treatment exclusively for men.

The De-Ageing Experience for Men face was created to fight against and correct facial and eye imperfections.  Why not enjoy such pure sumptuousness whilst sipping on the Cocktail Cristallo, crafted by Cristallo’s award-winning bar lady?

With winter underway in the Sabi Sand Reserve, situated in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, the bushveld has transformed into a dramatic landscape. Powerful silhouettes of tree trunks jut out against the earthy tones of the land.

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While the water sources have become isolated, sightings of wild animals have increased on this  exquisite Game Reserve. This makes for perfect  conditions to view Sabi Sabi’s prodigious variety of wildlife while enjoying a luxurious lodge in South Africa.

Apart from being home to a vast array of species, Sabi Sabi Game Reserve offers four separate luxury lodges, each unique in character and atmosphere.

But, the news is that Sabi Sabi Game Reserve has added to it’s already ultimate African Bush experience with the beautiful new Amani Spas, featured in the separated Luxury Safari Lodges.

Meaning ‘peace’ in Swahili, Amani Spa creates a unique and memorable experience through its enchanting ambience of absolute tranquility. Reflecting the soul of Africa with its natural elements and textures, this spa offers holistic body, skin and beauty treatments and therapies.

Each session is designed to meet individual needs for ultimate rejuvenation and relaxation.  The ‘couple package’ is popular with guests who simultaneously indulge in soothing treatments in private suites.

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The Earth Lodge’s Amani Spa is beautifully crafted in the same avante garde luxury showcased throughout the rest of this luxury lodge. The Pango room offers a full range of spa theraphies, including the ‘rasul treatment’: a unique mud cleansing  that combines heat, steam and shower.

Sabi Sabi’s Bush Lodge, conversely, offers breathtaking views of the unending bushveld where guests can relax and restore in the outdoor treatment area and shower.

What a way to relax while on a relaxing excursion in South Africa!

Check out The Resort at Pelican Hill if you’re looking for a relaxing golf vacation or spa vacation in California.

California is a great place to go year round due to the mild climate and plentiful sunshine. If you’re just in the mood to relax at a hotel with a fantastic view and plenty of leisurely activities to do, we highly recommend checking out The Resort at Pelican Hill, which is close to Los Angeles.

This California luxury hotel is perched on over 500 acres of countryside up high on a hill. The resort village features a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean.

You won’t be lacking for space at The Resort at Pelican Hill. Suites and bungalows range from 847 to 1,694 square feet! And, of course, all of the resort’s accommodation features a limestone fireplace, private ocean-view terrace, wood beam ceiling, marble bath and parking.

Once you’re at the resort, there are plenty of ways to unwind. Take advantage of this California resort’s golf courses. You’ll find two within arms’ reach (Ocean North and Ocean South), both designed by Tom Fazio. Don’t worry if you aren’t a pro. You can always get in a few lessons with the resort’s Golf Academy who will counsel you on ways to improve every aspect of your game.

If golf isn’t your thing, you’ll probably want to check out the resort’s spa. You’ll be able to enjoy any type of service from massage therapy to hair styling. You’ll definitely find something here that will help you let go of stress and get you in the mood to relax.

After a busy day enjoying the golf courses or the spa, we suggest that you finish things off with an excellent meal at the resort. Executive Chef Jean Pierre Dubray is one of the most accomplished and recognized chefs in California, and you will enjoy all of the meals prepared by him and his staff.
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Maia Luxury Resort and Spa is the perfect beach resort for an exotic vacation in Seychelles, Africa. You won’t find a better way to relax than by visiting this spa hotel on one of the world’s most untouched island nations.

Where can a discerning traveler enjoy the beach in luxury, but also enjoy the natural beauty of an unspoiled island? The Republic of Seychelles, of course! This stunning country is made of a cluster of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean. About 1,500 km east of mainland Africa, Seychelles is northeast of Madagascar.

Of course, if you’re going to travel to Seychelles, you’ll want to go to Mahé (the largest island). This is where 90 percent of the country’s total population lives. We recommend staying at Maia Luxury Resort and Spa, which is right on Anse Louise beach (a secluded beach on Mahé).

This Mahé resort only has 30 villas, giving guests a unique and intimate experience. Each villa has a fantastic view of the Ocean and features a luxurious gazebo with a thatched roof, a bar and an oversized day bed. Guests also enjoy the services of a private butler, catering to their every need.

After a relaxing stroll along the beach or some tanning on the resort’s tanning deck, you will definitely want to visit Maia’s Spa. You can not only enjoy a variety of spa treatments at this gorgeous Seychelles resort, but also catch up on your yoga, shiatsu and qi gong – all exercises that are designed to strengthen the body and bring peace to the mind.

And, no spa vacation is complete without healthy and nutrient-filled meals. All of the cuisine served at Maia is made with the finest and freshest ingredients.

You will eat well, sleep well and find your vacation with Maia totally relaxing and rejuvenating.

The Shangri-La Vancouver is known as a business traveler’s haven and hot spot for excellent cuisine. But, did you also know that the Shangri-La Vancouver also boasts an excellent Spa: Chi the Spa at Shangri-La?

The Shangri-La is offering a special promotion for Kiwi Collection members. Guests who ask for the Kiwi Promotion when they book their signature facial or massage treatment will receive a complimentary Spring Skin Body Polish. The promotion runs from March 9 to April 30, 2009 and is perfect for guests who want to feel fresh and rejuvenated right in time for Spring. Call the Spa at Shangri-La directly to book your treatment: (604) 695-2447.

Everyone knows that the Shangri-La Hotel in Vancouver offers world class accommodation with all the amenities you’d expect from a five-star hotel. But, Chi: The Spa at Shangri-La is a little known secret.

That’s why when we here at Kiwi Collection learned that the spa was offering a special promotion to Kiwi Collection members, I had to pay Chi a visit to try one of their signature treatments (and the special body polish) they were offering.

Arriving at the Shangri-La by limo (which you can have that arranged if you call 24 hours in advance), I was immediately greeted by all of the hotel’s friendly and helpful staff, who helped me with my bags and showed me to the fifth floor where Chi was located.

Stepping out of the Shangri-La’s elevator, we walked into a long corridor with the tranquil sound of trickling water over stone. What a great way to start a luxury spa experience! Immediately, my busy day melted away.

I was greeted by a lovely lady named Wendy. She was all knowledgeable about the spa and its various treatments. She offered me some excellent ginger tea with honey, served in traditional cups, and some plush, warm slippers to change in to. I relaxed in the waiting area, taking in my rich surroundings.

The spa itself was gorgeously designed with warm earthy tones and luxurious golds and coppers. I felt as though I was in a Tibetan/Himalayan retreat. It’s the sort of place where time stands still. I could just feel my stress vanishing as I enjoyed my tea (and my slippers).

Wendy asked me to fill out a questionnaire so that she could determine my “element” from various tastes, colours and times of day that I prefer. This is a really important step in the Chi Spa experience because your treatment is based upon your element. Everything from the tea you’re served to the aroma therapy oils and acupressure points used during your massage are based upon your element. There are five different elements: Earth, Fire, Water, Wood and Metal.

As it turned out, I am “Water”. This is a rare element type, explained my therapist. She hadn’t given a massage to a “Water” person since the hotel opened earlier this year. She brought me to my suite where I would be having my massage.
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Silky Oaks Lodge is the perfect place if you’re looking for an adventure hotel or a fabulous spa hotel. It’s location in the Daintree Rainforest makes it ideal for both nature lovers and relaxation seekers.

If you’re in the mood to explore the sights and sounds of the tropical rainforest, head to the Daintree Rainforest in Queensland, Australia. It’s one of the most beautiful and diverse areas of the world.

The Daintree Rainforest is a World Heritage Listed area. And, with 65% of Ausralia’s butterfly species calling the Daintree home, you won’t be sorry that you spent some time in this gorgeous place. Here, you can explore the largest range of rare plants and animals on earth in luxury with Voyages Silky Oaks Lodge.

This Queensland Hotel blends a casual and contemporary design with the tranquil sound of the Mossman River. Enjoy one of the 50 Treehouses and Riverhouses, which feature wide verandahs and spa baths.

There’s plenty to do and see when staying here. You can go on a guided nature walk through the hotel grounds and adjoining rainforest, go canoeing, swimming or snorkeling in the Mossman River or, of course, relax by the resort’s pool. Also, there are half day and day trips out to the Daintree River and Cape Tribulation. The tour guides are experts in rainforest ecology, history ornithology and botany.

Particularly fun is the crocodile and wildlife spotting tour on the Daintree River.
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The Côte D’Azur, also known as the French Riviera, is the Mediterranean coastline in South East France. As one of the first resort areas in the world, this sunny region is a popular destination for those who are looking for a great European vacation coupled with a big dose of sunshine and the beach.

When you visit one of the most practiced resort areas of the world, you should be getting only the best in luxury accommodation.

No resort knows the meaning of the word “luxury” more than Royal Mougins Luxury Golf Resort and Spa. This luxury resort on the Côte D’Azur offers pretty much everything you’ll need on your vacation to the south of France.

There isn’t a single place Royal Mougins isn’t close to. About 20 minutes from the Nice/ Côte D’Azur Airport, the resort is located about 15 minutes away from the sandy Cannes beaches, and 40 minutes away from Monaco. It’s in the ideal spot for day trips and lounging on the beach. The resort is in Mougins, which is a residential town full of green parks and large private estates. The town is full of art galleries and some of the finest restaurants in France call it home.
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The Vine Hotel on the island of Madiera is our kind of place: “a hotel with soul, just like a good wine!” This Portuguese gem is a lesson in modern sophistication. With 57 luxury bedrooms and 22 luxury suites, it provides guests with a truly unique, wine-infused experience.

And by “wine-infused experience”, we don’t mean their world-class restaurant.

It’s true, there are plenty of ways to relax in this upscale hotel. Guests can take a dip in the panoramic pool or enjoy a fabulous gourmet dinner with a great view of the city. But the best way to spend time here in our opinion is to take in the wine-themed spa.

The Vine Spa is definitely worth checking out if you’re looking for a little regeneration. The focus here is “vinotherapy”, which is all about using grape-infused products, which are the best for anti-aging spa treatments.
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Lyn Middlehurst is Editor and Publisher of the monthly Gallivanter’s Guide.

Talk to most General Managers about their restaurants and they will wax lyrical. Talk to them about spas and their eyes will glaze over. This is hardly surprising, as I have never met a GM who has risen to his or her position via spa management.

Consequently, when their hotel plans to build or renovate a spa, they normally delegate the entire task to a ‘professional’. However, if you think about it, spas are exactly like restaurants. It is just that nobody thinks of them in that way. Read the average press release and it will talk about a 10,000 sq ft spa, as though size was the most important factor. When did you last read about a 2,000 sq ft restaurant? Normally, the buzz there will be all about the chef, the type of cuisine, the ambiance. If we start thinking about spas that way, then maybe GMs will finally understand.

No GM would ever consider bringing in KFC or McDonalds to run their restaurant, yet even the high end hotel management groups have no problem in using the same, populist spa products.

What GMs should be asking themselves is do they want the equivalent of a 3-star Michelin spa; an all-day-dining spa, an Asian fusion spa, or even a fast-food spa? Just like restaurants, the concept should come first, marrying itself to the hotel’s guest profile. Substitute the cuisine for spa treatments and the chefs for therapists and the analogy begins to make sense of hotel spas.

My other big gripe is the spa location. Few GMs or owners would forget to factor in a restaurant or two in their plans, yet it is amazing the number of hotels that either open without a spa or consider its inclusion at the last minute, which explains why so many spas end up in a windowless basement!

Recently, over dinner with a hotel’s Number Two, he told me that he was about to leave for his first post as GM, opening a brand new resort hotel. He went on to tell me all about the room configuration, the restaurants, the menu concepts, until I interrupted to ask about the spa.

‘No, don’t tell me’, I said, ‘ I will tell you what you are doing’.

He raised his eyebrows in a challenge; the look soon turning into amazement as I told him that his new spa would be located in the basement and would be designed by an omnipresent spa consultancy brand, which I named. I was right on both counts.

In every other aspect of hotel design and management, we are constantly being told that the high-end guest is looking for more and more wow factors; ideas and concepts that they have never seen anywhere else. Why then do hoteliers throw in the towel and accept cloned spas?

Talk to most well traveled guests and they will know far more about spas and spa treatments than any General Manager or Chairman of a hotel management company; many of whom, shockingly, have no personal experience of a good massage, let alone the more esoteric energy treatments.

I have yet to find a single spa, anywhere in the world, that is 100% right, whereas I could name dozens of great hotel restaurants. Given how lucrative spas can be, maybe hotel management companies should put spas on their management training menu.

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Sue Harmsworth is Founder and CEO of ESPA International. She launched as a design consultancy in 1988 and today she employs over 120 people; and has headquarters in Farnham Surrey, in the UK, San Francisco, Miami and Hong Kong.

What is old is now new. The latest trend in the spa experience is the rebirth of the Destination Spa – but with a new approach to tradition.

The discerning spa user today has a genuine need to retreat and will travel far and pay a premium to find an authentic experience in a luxury setting.

My company, ESPA, has redefined the concept of Destination Spa at One&Only Maldives at Reethi Rah, on a private island in the Indian Ocean. On arrival, guests experience an in-depth personal lifestyle assessment which allows the spa to tailor a complete wellness program for the entire stay. The spa provides all aspects of tradition, from heat and water experiences to nutrition, fitness and lifestyle, blending international treatment philosophies with indulgent surroundings and breathtaking views of the ocean.

What is also a growing trend is a strong sense of Brand Loyalty, seeking out brands which guarantee the best in spa experience worldwide. Once consumers experience a spa which exceeds their expectations, this becomes their benchmark and the brand’s identity signifies a trusted level of service. ESPA branded spas are launching globally, from The Peninsula Spa by ESPA in Hong Kong to Metropole ESPA in Monte Carlo and the consumer following has become quite a phenomenon.

Some ask how spas relate with wellness, fitness and health. I would say that the Medical Spa is morphing throughout the world, trying to blend clinical treatments with a wellness spa concept. This can prove a dangerous chemistry if careful delineation of areas and markets isn’t defined. Many guests simply don’t want to mix with clients experiencing plastic surgery or in rehab when they may be visiting the spa for total solace and holistic balance. American Medi-spas are rapidly growing and attracting the elective surgery and chemical skincare consumer. By contrast the more traditional European Medical Spa is having a resurgence in a more luxurious environment, combining wellness with the modern holistic spa and often using thermal waters or seawater. (more…)

As I plan my next business travel, my health promise to myself has to be taken in to account. I am over 40 and the spread is beginning to show. I have always used the excuse of my travels, but now more then ever I am committed to loosing weight and creating a new fitness regime to get healthy. After all a healthy body is a healthy mind!

The spa and fitness business has become big business with hotels worldwide; it’s no longer enough just to have a room stashed away in some corner with a few pieces of equipment. Now clients expect a facility that will cater to all the needs, from a swimming pool to the complete gym to spa treatment rooms. But its not only hotels guests who crave this facility, city location hotels have realised that there is big business to be made in the gym business, but clients are also actively searching for hotels with extended facilities.

Athens, Greece: The Grande Bretagne
The newly renovated hotel has combined the complete health facility in the basement. As you enter into this almost Roman bath area a wonderful combination of boutique gym, lap pool, various steam rooms awaits you. Relax after and then enjoy a truly grand hotel experience, maybe with breakfast or dinner on top floor looking over Athens.

London, England: The Grove
This award wining Sequoia Spa was voted Best UK Spa Retreat’ Condé Nast Traveller. The wonderful gym with every dreamable work out tool and personal trainers is complemented by a superb spa centre and to cap it all a beautiful black swimming pool. The centre is built in an old farm house sunk into the ground and is a spectacular sight by night time. If the gym is not enough, then why not try 18 holes on one of the world great PGA courses. Even a certain Tiger had his challenges with that course!

Sydney, Australia: The Sydney Hilton
This gym is most likely one of Australia’s best gym facilities. Well planned and maintained the facility incorporates a 25 m lap pool with various spas & sauna’s and a smaller spa treatment area. Sydney residents can join up and have few excuses not to do with such a facility.

Melbourne, Australia: Crown Towers
Located on the 8th floor the gym looks over the brilliantly designed pool and spa area. The gym has a large glass panels face area and also looks on to the tennis courts in addition to the pool.

New Zealand: Kauri Cliffs Lodge
The latest edition to the brilliant Kauri Cliffs Lodge and golf course. Hidden in a small kauri forest, the spa has been designed with privacy in mind. A perfect boutique gym and lap pool is incorporated with 8 treatment rooms and even a small river that run along side the spa, offering the complete relaxation.

Hong Kong: Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
Located on the 11th floor, you step into another world. Welcome to the www.plateau.com.hk. With stunning views of Victoria harbour the spa is a step above most. Outdoor 50-metre heated swimming pool, open year round 400-metre jogging track.

Las Vegas, America: The MGM Skylofts
In a world of it’s own lies the MGM Spa. Away from the many restaurants, gaming machines and action lays a facility that may not loose you few dollars, but maybe a few pounds! A serious work out can be attained here, with machines you did not even know would exist.