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Auko, an all-inclusive development, is opening in Phong Nha in Vietnam in Q3 2026, with a series of 30 tented eco-lodges and wellness hospitality operations ... More

A series of studies about the mental and physical benefits of sauna bathing has found evidence that the emotional synchrony and rituals such as aufguss ... More

Places Leisure has announced a new strategic partnership with COPA as the preferred apprenticeship delivery partner for its leisure centres, following a six-month pilot. COPA ... More

Total Fitness has secured £15 million from its digital banking partner, OakNorth, as it prepares for the next phase of growth.  The recapitalisation refreshes existing ... More

Everwild Canmore is accepting bookings for stays starting in late November, when the extensive spa facility and accommodation will open in Canmore in Alberta, Canada. ... More

The Global Wellness Institute’s (GWI) Africa Wellness Initiative (AWI) is hosting its first Africa Wellness Summit on Zoom between 11-12 October. The Africa Wellness Initiative ... More

The Fiji government has welcomed Kerzner International’s plans to develop a One&Only resort and residences in the west of the country on Nacula Island, in ... More

On 2 August, the leisure industry lost one of its pioneers – a man who contributed to the creation of one of the largest and ... More

Conservation and hospitality company, Wilderness, which specialises in safari camps and lodges, will unveil a new spa called The Sanctuary at two of its most ... More

Seléne Spa and Wellness has opened its doors following a renovation and rebrand in the heart of Adelaide’s central business district. Originally opened in 2006 ... More

Energy costs have pushed Active Nation into liquidation, despite the charity reporting the strongest trading period in years. Annette Reeve of Beesley Corporate Recovery was ... More

NHS England has released a report, Harnessing the benefits of physical activity that suggests it is keen to collaborate with the physical activity sector. The ... More

Investing in employee health could create US$11.7 trillion in global economic value, according to a new report – Thriving workplaces: How employers can improve productivity ... More

After one year in the CEO seat at The Gym Group, Will Orr says The Next Chapter growth strategy is going well and more expansion ... More

Some 800 people attended the UK Active Awards ceremony last night (3 October) in Birmingham. Sponsored by STA, the hosts were Professor Greg Whyte OBE ... More

Luxury hotel brand Aman, widely known for its strong spa focus, has just launched its much-talked-about sister brand Janu in Tokyo – complete with a ... More

In the latest issue of Spa Business, Jeremy McCarthy explores what it takes to create a thriving spa business. Striking the right balance Spas are ... More

The UK's Good Work Pledge – an employer commitment to workplace wellbeing for employees – has come under the umbrella of CIMSPA. Created and launched by Lindsey ... More

Improved mental health is now a stronger motivation for Brits to exercise than staying in shape. More than half of respondents (54 per cent) to ... More

Industry veteran Jason Worthy, who was appointed CEO of Anytime Fitness UK eight months ago, has stepped down from the role effective immediately, citing 'personal ... More

The Gröna Lund theme park in Stockholm, Sweden has reopened its doors 10 days after a guest died and nine other were injured in an ... More

New Zealand’s newest wellness destination Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa has opened on the shores of Lake Rotorua following a grand opening ceremony attended ... More

Industry event Spa Life UK is back for 2023 from 2-4 July at the De Vere Cotswold Water Park Hotel, in South Cerney. The annual ... More

Rebecca Passmore was promoted to MD of Pure Gym in September 2020 – the same day she went on maternity leave. This is one of ... More

The Aussie World theme park on Australia’s Sunshine Coast has launched its first rollercoaster. The Dingo Racer spinning coaster, which was built by Reverchon Rides, ... More