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Since ancient Rome, people have believed in the physical and mental healing powers of hot springs, which, in the American South and West, are still popular tourist destinations. U.S. spas promoted mud baths in the 1940s, and the '70s brought in-home saunas and hot tubs. Now comes the next step in the quest for holistic relaxation: salt caves...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Saline Solutions | 3/27/2008 | See Source »

LONDON Elemis Spa British Airways passengers can now unwind while awaiting their next flight out of Heathrow Airport at any of three Elemis luxury spas designed by Davies + Baron in the newly constructed Terminal Five...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Calendar | 3/18/2008 | See Source »

...seawater"--is meant to reflect the technologically transformed ocean water that is the sole ingredient in Haeru Activating Ageless Serum and the first ingredient in the company's other skin-care products, which range in price from $25 to $75. The natural targets for C'watre's marketing are spas and wellness centers. Heike Muschik, owner of Sunpoint Retreat, a spa in New York City, sells C'watre's entire line; her staff uses its professional products. "Our clients say that the skin appears invigorated after using them," she says. C'watre sales are on course for $2 million next...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Skin Care Becomes a Seaworthy Idea | 12/20/2007 | See Source »

...Part of the reason is that the building style Bawa pioneered - melding Asian and global design traditions in a way that suited the requirements of monsoon climates - has become ubiquitous. Verandahs, water features, local craftwork, lush landscaping: today these kinds of elements are taken for granted in resorts, spas and villas all over the region, and it is easy to believe that it was ever thus. But had it not been for Bawa, things may have looked very different...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Lord of the Jungle | 12/19/2007 | See Source »

Caudalie The ultimate retreat for oenophiles who enjoy a bit of pampering, Caudalie's Vinothérapie spas, scattered around the globe, use grapes to create luscious treatments like Crushed Cabernet Scrub and Pulp Friction Massage. This spring, New York City will get its own Vinothérapie spa in the newly renovated Plaza Hotel. The 8,000-sq.-ft. (about 745 sq m) space features a landmarked brick wall that has been incorporated into the spa's signature warm décor. Adding a new element to the spa experience will be a wine bar that will host tastings and lessons...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Spa Therapy | 11/19/2007 | See Source »

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