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Some 480 spas across South Korea will now be sporting a new logo depicting waves of water with two circles symbolizing the heads of a father and son amid rising steam. This is to replace a red icon — a circle with rising wisps of steam– which they have been using for nearly a century because it is also being used by so-called “love motels,” which offer prostitution or short stays for couples having extramarital relations.
The new logo is to be used solely at spa facilities that have a natural hot spring, and violators face up to two years in …read more

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Following the recent launch of the Spa Botanica at the Sukhothai Bangkok, the hotel has launched accommodation and spa treatment packages specially put together for all of you out there who are spa-addicts.
You can choose from the Spa Botanica Experience (Superior Room) or the Spa Botanica Experience (Deluxe Suite). Aside from the room type, the more than double package price of the deluxe package affords you a more extensive, more elaborate spa experience:
A three-hour of indulgence at the Spa Botanica once per stay with freshly prepared tropical juice :
10 minutes pebble foot bath
60 minutes body scrub or body wrap
60 minutes …read more

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The Amari Orchid Resort & Tower in Pattaya, Thailand has officially opened its luxurious 5-star Ocean Tower.

Furnished in a modern style and offering scenic views of Pattaya Bay, all guest rooms and suites of the Ocean Tower have private balconies.
The highlight of most rooms and suites is an innovative open bathroom concept. There is a discreet automated blind, which can divide the room when lowered for privacy, or it can be raised for intimacy. Whether opting for the open or closed bathroom concept, each comes complete with a spacious walk-in shower.
For the next couple of months (until January 2008), there …read more

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From ancient Egypt, to cosmopolitan Bangkok. Enjoy the cleansing and rejuvenating benefits of milk at the Sivara Spa of the Amari Watergate Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand.
For a limited time only (until November 30, 2007), the spa will offer the Nourishing Milky Package.
The package features a relaxing milky bath (30 mins), followed by a milky body scrub (30 mins), which helps to reduce collagen break down and increase its supply, to encourage healthier, softer and smoother skin. Revel in a milky body wrap (60 mins) with green clay, a rich earthy mineral, also used both medically and cosmetically by the Ancient …read more

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If you only know tom yum as a spicy Thai soup, you’ve got to try the tom yum therapy treatments at the Spa Cenvaree, located in Centara Hotels & Resorts across Thailand.

Until November 30, the spa will be offering these two variations:

Exotic Tom Yum Body Glow (60 minutes): which includes a refreshment prior to treatment, 45 minutes Body Scrub, followed by 15 minutes Body Wrap, with a scalp massage during the Body Wrap, then to finish a warm farewell Herb drink.
Divine Tom Yum Spa Journey (120 minutes): includes a refreshment prior to treatment, a 10 minutes Tom Yum Foot Soak, …read more

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Visiting the legendary temples of Angkor Wat? Take advantage of these travel packages from Le Meridien Angkor:
Cultural Explorer – includes an Apsara Dance culture show for two with international buffet dinner. Rates start from US$159++ per night.
Angkor Weekend Break – airport transfers, breakfast and late check-out. Rates start from US$139 per room per night
Angkor Wat Splendor – includes a one day tour for two of Angkor Wat Temple with an English speaking guide, transportation and temple pass fee.
Khmer Spa Indulgence – includes a one hour traditional Khmer massage which is “based upon the concept of meridians or invisible lines of …read more

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A Spas Travel News alerts us to the opening of a new luxury hotel in Krabi, Thailand: the Sofitel Phokeethra Krabi Resort. From the resort hotel’s website:
A short distance from Ao Nang and surrounded by pristine rainforest, Sofitel Phokeethra Krabi is a luxury resort featuring 276 rooms, most with a large balcony facing the ocean, providing views of the limestone islands and stunning sunsets over the Andaman Sea. There are three restaurants, five bars, a 7000 square metre swimming pool, fitness centre, Turkish bath, spa, childrens playground and conference facilities for up to 350 delegates.
Although the resort is great for …read more

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A new luxury resort will open by mid of this year in Yao Noi, Thailand: the Evason Hideaway & Spa at Yao Noi. Here’s what’s in store:
All villas have open-style bathrooms, creating an atmosphere of space and light within and boast magnificent views of the bay and surrounding forestation. Each villa also features its own infinity-edged pool with sundeck, creating an illusion of infinity between pool and bay, and reinforcing a feeling of seclusion.
Not enough pampering? Get this:
Each villa is attended by a butler who is trained to anticipate every whim. The butler service is designed to create a new …read more

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There’s a newly re-branded luxury resort in Langkawi, Malaysia you might want to check out: The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa, formerly Sheraton Perdana.

Our 202 new guest rooms and suites boast beautiful panoramic views of the Andaman Sea, glorious woodlands, and scenic tropical gardens. A variety of room types allow you to select your own personal oasis. With the upcoming 20 ultra luxury private Ocean View Pool Villas guests are able to experience the luxurious Westin Lifestyle.
It’s not just a great venue for corporate affairs, or for a relaxing get-away, it might also be a great stop-over destination for business …read more

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The falling temperatures as winter approaches set the right mood for Taipei’s annual hot spring festival. What’s in store for this half-year long celebration? In October, the festival started with the Beitou hot spring season and this month, there’s the Taipei Flower Show. Next month, in December, there will be the Shilin Official Residence Chrysanthemum Exhibition.
Next year, the Yangmingshan Flower Season will run from February to March, and the festival conlcudes with the Zhuzihu Calla Lily Season from March to April.
Here’s more:
The “Springs” portion of the festival will highlight two major events under the theme “A Feast …read more

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