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Castles & dreams

A new Malaysian wellness resort, modelled on a French Chateau, is aiming to be the first of its kind in the world by offering a completely organic spa experience to guests

By Jennifer Harbottle | Published in Spa Business 2012 issue 3
Read on turning pages | Download PDF of this issue
We want to make a statement to the world that hospitality in Malaysia can compete on the international stage
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The castle is modelled on the 18th century Haut Koenigsbourg chateau in Alsace, France
The castle is modelled on the 18th century Haut Koenigsbourg chateau in Alsace, France
Seaweed used in Voya treatments is organic and hand harvested
Seaweed used in Voya treatments is organic and hand harvested
Salt water for the pool is sourced onsite
Salt water for the pool is sourced onsite
The heat experiences are supplied by Thermarium
The heat experiences are supplied by Thermarium
The resort grows its own organic produce
The resort grows its own organic produce
La Santé is a luxury spa but tries to abide by eco-friendly practices where possible
La Santé is a luxury spa but tries to abide by eco-friendly practices where possible
La Santé is a luxury spa but tries to abide by eco-friendly practices where possible
La Santé is a luxury spa but tries to abide by eco-friendly practices where possible
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Jennifer Harbottle looks round The Chateau – an organic wellness resort modelled on a French castle but located in the Malaysian rainforest
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Interview

Mário Barbosa

“We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement”
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Life lessons

Sondre Gravir

Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
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News report

Set for growth

Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
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Insight

Mental wellness

As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
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Editor's letter

Mental health training

Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
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“InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone”
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Brawn – The heart of the club

Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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D2F – take a fresh look

D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
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Keiser – Complete ride experience

The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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Epassi – Well at work

Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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Perfect Gym – strong foundations

GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
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BLK BOX – Shared ethos

The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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Technogym – transition to wellness

University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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Servicesport – a decade of excellence

Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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By Jennifer Harbottle | Published in Spa Business 2012 issue 3
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The castle is modelled on the 18th century Haut Koenigsbourg chateau in Alsace, France
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