La Prairie – Switzerland
Since 1931 La Prairie has enjoyed an impressive international reputation. Lying one hour away from Geneva Airport, the exclusive spa rests on the sleepy shores of Lake Geneva and faces the Alps. La Prairie’s unique selling point is the use of CLP Cell Extract to promote vitality, enhance the immune system and combat the effects of aging. The site includes a total of fifty-nine rooms divided between the medical centre, the Chateau and the Residence. All stays are for 6 or 7 nights and begin with a two-day medical check-up including x-rays, electrocardiograms and laboratory analysis. Daily group classes include stretching, aquagym, hydroform, yoga, pilates, and exercise sessions.
HYPERLINK "http://www.laprairie.ch" www.laprairie.ch
CuisinArt – Anguilla, Caribbean
Located on the tranquil island of Anguilla, this Mediterranean-inspired resort and spa features luxurious accommodation, a new 27,000 sq. ft. Venus Spa, world-renowned cuisine and the only resort-based hydroponics farm in the Caribbean. The spa is situated on the southern coast of the island, offering breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and the neighboring St. Martin. It features ninety-three guest rooms along with beach water sports, an outdoor swimming pool, concierge services, beach and lobby bars, a croquet field and a bocce court among other amenities.
www.cuisinartresort.com
Canyon Ranch - USA
Canyon Ranch has branches in Tucson, Arizona, Lenox, Massachusetts and Miami Beach, Florida. All 3 branches feature fitness activities, award-winning cuisine, extensive spa services and meetings with qualified experts with an integrated approach to health. The chain also boasts fully equipped gyms, fitness classes, extraordinary thermal experiences, as well as a variety of facials. You can purchase products from their in-house range inlcuding the cookbook ‘Canyon Ranch Cooks’ by their in-house chefs and nutritionists, exclusive skin care products, as well as nutritional supplements.
HYPERLINK "http://www.canyonranch.com" www.canyonranch.com
Grayshott – England
Set just outside Guilford in Surrey, Greyshott takes you away from the busy city life. Guests will enjoy the use of Grayshott's extensive facilities: spa, gym, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, a nine-hole par-three golf course and supervised walks in the grounds and adjacent National Trust land. Activities include daily relaxation classes to overcome stress and tension as well as yoga, tai chi and pilates. Grayshott has a varied programme of informative lectures and demonstrations, focusing on natural therapies, cookery and stress management. It also includes tailored treatments such Healthy Ageing or Maternity to ensure you get exactly what you need.
HYPERLINK "http://www.grayshottspa.com" www.grayshottspa.com
Miramar Crouesty – France
Set facing the ocean in the region of Arzon, Miramar Crouesty offers Thalassotherapy, a range of treatments involving seawater, overseen by qualified hydrotherapists and physiotherapists. It also presents other unconventional cures from both the East and the West such as acupuncture, hydrotherapy, Scotch Hose treatment, whirlpool baths, multi-jet baths and aromatic baths. The location comprises of 120 fully equipped and serviced rooms (of which twelve are suites) all enjoying views of the terrace and the ocean. HYPERLINK "http://web.france.com/contact" \o "Send us a tip" The health treatments also include dietary consultation and follow-up, electrical impedance measurements, shaping and massage sessions, body packs and exfoliant body scrubs. The spa boasts an exclusive programme designed to encourage fitness and health for teenagers.
HYPERLINK "http://www.miramarcrouesty.com" http://www.miramarcrouesty.com
Stobo Castle – Scotland
This magnificent 19th Century Scottish castle is set in private grounds in the countryside of the Scottish Borders. Highlights include a Japanese water garden as well as rural Scottish sights. The premises provide seventy different health and beauty treatments for both face and body ranging from revitalizing to stress-relieving or detoxifying, all include personal consultation. Some special treatments offered are Finders Dead Sea Floatation and Thalgo Balneotherapy. The spa boasts Scotland's only 25-metre Ozone Pool, a Hydrospa, a Serailbad Mud Room, a state-of-the-art gymnasium and forty treatment rooms.
HYPERLINK "http://www.stobocastle.co.uk" www.stobocastle.co.uk
Buchinger – Germany
Located in southern Germany, close to the Swiss border, this health spa was founded in 1955 as Buchinger am Bodensee by Dr. Otto Buchinger, the founder of modern therapeutic fasting. Buchinger am Bodensee consists of 7 buildings, located in a park of 8,000 sq. meters above Lake Constance. Buchinger practices an approach to health through the use of therapeutic fasting and integrative medicine. The treatments are conducted by a multi-disciplined team, consisting of therapeutic specialists, nurses, and other service employees. Premises include 167 beds classified into seven different room categories to ensure a variety of options for clients.
HYPERLINK "http://www.buchinger.com" www.buchinger.com
Stresa – Italy
The Centro Benessere Stresa of the Grand Hotel des Iles Borromées lies on the shores of Lago Maggiore, offering views of the beautiful Borromées Islands. Facilities include ten massage and treatment rooms, an indoor swimming pool, a whirlpool, a sauna and a steam room. Specialist medical treatments and scientific beauty, slimming and anti-aging therapies are offered. Exotic treatments such as Ayurvedic, Shiatsu, Watsu and Okinam are a speciality. The corridors are adorned with cast copies of period pieces and perfect reproductions and feature a different theme for each floor.
HYPERLINK "http://www.centrobenesserestresa.com/" \o "http://www.centrobenesserestresa.com/" www.centrobenesserestresa.com
