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Interview in The Hot Tub … Janey Lee Grace

Interview in The Hot Tub … Janey Lee Grace

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04 July 2012
A former backing singer to George Michael and Kim Wilde, Janey Lee Grace had her own top ten hit as Cola Boy with Seven Ways to Love in 1991.  Today she remains a part of the music industry as a radio presenter and playing the occasional gig, as well as being a mum of four, […]
Why it works: Elemis Herbal Steam Temple spa treatment

Why it works: Elemis Herbal Steam Temple spa treatment

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26 June 2012
Some spa experiences are made to be shared, and the Elemis Herbal Steam Temple at Celtic Manor is one on them. A unique take on a mud rasul, it comes complete with its own 'constellations' on the ceiling and a luxurious self-applied set of products that nourish the skin. Perfect for couples and friends spending therapeutic time together, here they explain what it is and why it's such a gorgeous spa treatment.
Chocolate Muffin and Raspberry Trifle

Chocolate Muffin and Raspberry Trifle

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01 June 2012
Quick, simple, and giving a bit of a twist to a British classic, Catherine Hill is giving Spabreakers a mouth-watering recipe from her beautiful new book, The Weekend Cookbook for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Weekend! I’ve never been a fan of jelly in trifles - which is a bit of luck really as it cuts […]
Interview in The Hot Tub … Isa Guha

Interview in The Hot Tub … Isa Guha

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24 May 2012
Now presenting on ITV4 as well as dabbling in a little punditry on the IPL (Indian Premier League) in India, Isa Guha laid down her bat this year as a member of the England women’s cricket team - all whilst studying for her MPhil in Neuroscience!  We chatted to the sporting superwoman to find out […]
Why it works … Relaxing Foot Ritual

Why it works … Relaxing Foot Ritual

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22 May 2012
Your feet must be the most hard working part of your body, but how often do you give them the attention they really need to make up for squeezing them into that perfect pair of stilettos, or running around on them all day?  While Spabreaks.com’s Vicky Benning tests the merchandise, The Cheltenham Chase Hotel’s Senior Therapist Sam […]
Interview in The Hot Tub … Rachel Johnson

Interview in The Hot Tub … Rachel Johnson

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09 May 2012
Being an author, journalist and Editor in Chief at The Lady magazine, doesn’t leave much time-out for Rachel Johnson, but she told Spabreaks.com her secrets to health and happiness, with a little help from a particular pedigree of personal trainer … You are a busy woman … what does your average day entail? Life has […]
Why it works … Sundari Express Neem Facial

Why it works … Sundari Express Neem Facial

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01 May 2012
Created in conjunction with supermodel Christy Turlington, the Sundari product range uses plant extracts and Ayurvedic principals to create prescriptive treatments that can be tailored to the individual … Bowood Hotel and Spa’s Deputy Spa Manager, Hailey Cervi explains …  What exactly is the Sundari Express Facial? It’s a 25 minute facial including a cleanse, […]
Why it works … Acupuncture

Why it works … Acupuncture

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24 April 2012
The meditative calm of the Caribbean seems like a pretty good place to start when it comes to a holistic approach to health, and The BodyHoliday’s Taoist Practitioner,Toby Maguire is an expert on the matter.  Qualified in Korean and Auricular Acupuncture as well as Thai Massage, Chi Nei Tsang, Reiki, Tai Chi and Qi Gong, […]
Why it works … Lava Shell Massage

Why it works … Lava Shell Massage

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19 April 2012
You may have heard of hot stone massages, but what about lava shells?  All the way from the Philippines to Dragon’s Den they arrived at The Hampshire Court Hotel in Basingstoke -  Spa Therapist Chelsea Smith explains… What exactly is a lava shell massage? The treatment uses polished Tiger Clam shells in a natural and eco-friendly […]
Interview in The Hot Tub … Rachel Khoo

Interview in The Hot Tub … Rachel Khoo

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18 April 2012
From art student to fashion PR to her new programme on BBC 2 - The Little Paris Kitchen, and book of the same name; Rachel Khoo is the new darling of cooking television - bubbly, effervescent and too cute to comment, we caught up with her to find out exactly what the Parisians know about […]