World of Spas editor Jo Foley looks at what is new, innovative and healing in the world of spas
EDITOR’S LETTER
It wasn’t that long ago when spas – new to hotels at the time – were consigned to gloomy little box rooms in the bowels of the building (the same, of course, was true in ships). However, once they were perceived as giving a desirable service, they were embellished with silks and throws, Tibetan bells and scented candles... and gradually, a bit like Topsy, they grew and grew until they broke out of their cell-like arrangements. How different things are today. Over
recent months, I have visited a number of newly-opened spas, still part of luxury hotels and cruise ships, but now flooded with light. At the new Delaire Graff (see right),
some rooms now have private patios and gardens; at the Dorchester Group’s country house hotel Coworth Park, light floods in from the ceilings; and, at London’s recently refurbished Four Seasons, the spa sits proudly on the roof with magnificent views across the capital, from the Eye and St Paul’s at one side to the glories of Hyde Park and St James’ Parks on the other. At last – recognition that daylight and sunlight are just as important to our feeling of well-being as massages and facials.
THE LIGHT TOUCH
DIAMOND LIFE
It is not surprising the man known as the Great Graff – Lawrence Graff, the world’s expert on coloured diamonds – also is a wine connoisseur and grower, as well as an expert on all things luxury. DELAIRE GRAFF has recently opened a hotel and spa in the middle of the Stellenbosch winelands in South Africa and it’s a haven of peace and light.
The spa comes complete with its own pool, courtyard and spectacular views across the countryside as well as four large treatment suites, some with private terraces or hydro-massage baths and treatments from Swiss Perfection and Aromatherapy Associates. This is spa luxury on a grand scale – book yourself in for a day and chill.
More info:
www.delaire.co.za REJOICE!
And then there is Linda Joyce, a one-woman powerhouse in helping you feel better. A New Yorker who is an astrolo- ger, numerologist and life coach, among many other things, Linda is warm, friendly and right on the button. If you have any problems or worries, Linda is the woman to talk to. She’ll help clear your head and ease your troubles. Find her in London, on one of her frequent visits, at EF MEDIS- PA in the Kings Road. Or read her bestselling books ‘The Day you were Born’ and ‘The Star Within’ and you’ll know why she has so many fans on both sides of the Atlantic More info:
www.efmedispa.com
YOGA CRUISE
Tall ship specialists STAR CLIPPERS are offering two glorious yoga and meditation cruises this August in the Eastern Mediterranean. Astanga yoga guru Christel Vollmer will hold two sessions – morning and just before sunset – each day, on deck. The classes are suitable for all age groups and all abilities, so beginners are encouraged to learn. There will also be talks on yoga and its philosophy, as well as take-home advice on how to keep up the good work. More info:
www.starclippers.co.uk
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It’s people more than products that make the difference in many treatments, and this is especially true in the case of Sam Kankanamge at the BREATH OF LIFE CLINIC in London’s Wimpole Street. A gentle Sri Lankan, he is a marvel with muscular problems – got a bad back, sore neck, troubled hip? Sam, an osteopath and acupuncturist, will manipulate you into an ache-free zone.
It may take a couple of appointments but, even after the first one, you will find you are walking a little taller and even a little sprightlier. Best of all, he runs three and four- day retreats in Ibiza where his techniques combine with rest, yoga and healthy food to help you recover the body you remember. More info:
www.breathoflifeclinic.co.uk
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