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Solo spa breaks and why self-care is at the heart of wellbeing

Solo spa breaks and why self-care is at the heart of wellbeing

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05 February 2020
Even though going on a spa break is very much about self care, many of us still feel awkward about going on a spa break alone. Here we look at overcoming those barriers to enjoy the benefits of a solo spa experience.
Five signs you and your partner need quality time together on a spa break

Five signs you and your partner need quality time together on a spa break

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04 February 2020
Even if you live with someone, it’s not quite the same as spending quality time with them. As life takes over, often we find that although we see someone every day, we haven’t necessarily had proper time together. Here are five signs that you and your partner need quality time together, and a spa break could be just the answer…
Why Tibetan sound bowls could be the wellbeing boost you've been searching for

Why Tibetan sound bowls could be the wellbeing boost you've been searching for

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15 October 2024
Sound healing, or sound baths, have been a popular way to support wellbeing for thousands of years, so what is it and why should you try it? Ragdale Hall Spa explains.
Spa cancer care specialist Jennifer Young wins Avon International Beauty Competition

Spa cancer care specialist Jennifer Young wins Avon International Beauty Competition

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30 January 2020
Jennifer Young, provider of cancer care training to many UK spas has won the Beauty Accelerator Programme at the European Women Startup Competition.
Top spas and spa breaks for healthy eating and nutrition

Top spas and spa breaks for healthy eating and nutrition

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14 April 2025
Here are a few spa hotels that turn leisurely lunches, healthy brunches, and decadent dinners into an experience worth visiting for, all in their own right.
Make the romance last longer: Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to just be one day

Make the romance last longer: Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to just be one day

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27 January 2025
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to just be one day - it’s a wonderful opportunity to remind ourselves of the enjoyment and importance of time together.
How fragrance and aromatherapy can make a big difference to our wellbeing

How fragrance and aromatherapy can make a big difference to our wellbeing

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27 January 2020
Scent has a crucial role to play in our physical and emotional wellbeing, and this year we’re embracing the powers of aromatherapy more than ever.
Unlocking wellness: The surprising health benefits of silence

Unlocking wellness: The surprising health benefits of silence

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14 March 2025
Silence is golden, sang The Tremeloes, and when it comes to health and wellbeing that's very much the vibe for 2025, with solitude and silence being one of the most coveted wellbeing experiences.
What are the benefits of contrast showers for health and wellbeing?

What are the benefits of contrast showers for health and wellbeing?

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23 January 2020
A classic hot-cold water therapy typically used by marathon runners, contrast showers are believed to improve circulation, reduce inflammation and support muscle injuries by causing blood to be redirected to your vital organs.
Eight reasons to visit leading health spa Champneys Tring

Eight reasons to visit leading health spa Champneys Tring

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21 January 2020
In this month of Jan-you-ary, when your wellbeing is the main focus of our health and happiness conversation, nowhere could be a better place to start the year than the hub of wellness - health spa Champneys Tring…