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FITNESS, HEALTH, WELLNESS

Tourism sector news

Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Wellness is a key driving force behind global traveller behaviour, according to a new consumer
New Zealand’s newest wellness destination Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa has opened on the
Norway's largest theme park, Kongeparken, is investing heavily in solar energy, as it looks to
The Greek wellness economy was under the spotlight today at the inaugural Global Wellness Economy
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Kingdom's Public Investment Fund (PIF), is
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As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The International Congress on Thermal Tourism (ICTT) is returning for 2022 and taking place at
Bernard Donoghue, director of the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA), has been awarded an
Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som – claimed to be the world’s first resort to showcase
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA), is celebrating its fourth anniversary by striking up a partnership
UK Health clubs, gyms, hotels, pubs and other leisure businesses will all receive a 50
Global wellbeing organisation, Therme Group, has today announced plans for a CAN$350m (€236.3m, £201.8m, US$280.8m)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
IAAPA has joined a range of US travel and tourism trade organisations in calling for
Over a third of real estate investors intend to buy more hotels across Europe, according
Discount rail and bus travel and £10m in vouchers to key attractions – funded by
The UK's travel, tourism and visitor attractions markets have been "decimated" by COVID-19 – and
The UK's best-known film studio, used for the filming of blockbusters such as the James
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has become one of the first signatories of the Global
The UK's industry's leading trade associations have united to call for a major review of
With the hospitality and health tourism sectors being closely linked to spa and wellness, Lisa
The European Union has begun setting out measures to help member nations revive their tourism
Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) are one of the foremost names in hotel and hospitality design,
OPINION TOURISM IN A POST-CORONAVIRUS WORLD By Ken Robinson CBE, tourism expert. Coronavirus is devastating
With certain turbulent times for the global tourism and visitor attractions sectors, governments around the
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has sent an open letter to the world's
Prince Harry, HRH Duke of Sussex has returned to the UK for his first public
More than two-thirds of staff working in the leisure sector have confessed to pulling a
Matt Sykes, former experience manager at Australia’s Peninsula Hot Springs, has proposed a blueprint for
Finnish folklore will inspire a new Hyatt hotel, due to open in Helsinki in 2022.
A new regional tourism strategy outlines plans to grow the West Midlands’ visitor economy by
With the wellness tourism sector spreading globally, geographic destinations around the world are seeking to
The first ever tourism sector deal aims to prepare the UK for an extra 9
The EHL Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality (SSTH) hosted the first Swiss Medical Spa
Grants of up to €2.5m (US$2.81m, £2.22m) are being made available for large-scale visitor attractions
The wellness-inspired resort and hotel chain Fusion will open a resort near Bao Ninh Beach,
Celebrating its first-year anniversary, and following the release of its first survey on Wellness Vacations,
The UK tourism sector is set to see a boost in the number of Chinese
There has been a mixed response to the government's immigration white paper, published last month.
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
The number of people working within Scotland’s tourism sector has hit a record high 206,000
12,300
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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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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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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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Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
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Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
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The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
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The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
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Debate
Although there’s much talk about working with health services, research from SLC suggests there’s much work to do before the sector is ready for the challenge. Kath Hudson asks the experts to identify barriers and solutions
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Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
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Letters
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
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HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
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Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
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Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
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Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
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Research
A new study from researchers at Yale shows HIIT can reverse nerve damage caused by Parkinson’s
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New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
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HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
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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Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
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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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
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Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
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Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
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Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
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Snowroom
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Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
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China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
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Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
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Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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Worldwide, Various,
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Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
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19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
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01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
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22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
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24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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Tourism sector news

Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) has revealed plans for an ambitious high-altitude
Wellness is a key driving force behind global traveller behaviour, according to a new consumer
New Zealand’s newest wellness destination Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa has opened on the
Norway's largest theme park, Kongeparken, is investing heavily in solar energy, as it looks to
The Greek wellness economy was under the spotlight today at the inaugural Global Wellness Economy
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Kingdom's Public Investment Fund (PIF), is
Elevate
Elevate
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
The International Congress on Thermal Tourism (ICTT) is returning for 2022 and taking place at
Bernard Donoghue, director of the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA), has been awarded an
Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som – claimed to be the world’s first resort to showcase
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA), is celebrating its fourth anniversary by striking up a partnership
UK Health clubs, gyms, hotels, pubs and other leisure businesses will all receive a 50
Global wellbeing organisation, Therme Group, has today announced plans for a CAN$350m (€236.3m, £201.8m, US$280.8m)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
IAAPA has joined a range of US travel and tourism trade organisations in calling for
Over a third of real estate investors intend to buy more hotels across Europe, according
Discount rail and bus travel and £10m in vouchers to key attractions – funded by
The UK's travel, tourism and visitor attractions markets have been "decimated" by COVID-19 – and
The UK's best-known film studio, used for the filming of blockbusters such as the James
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has become one of the first signatories of the Global
The UK's industry's leading trade associations have united to call for a major review of
With the hospitality and health tourism sectors being closely linked to spa and wellness, Lisa
The European Union has begun setting out measures to help member nations revive their tourism
Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) are one of the foremost names in hotel and hospitality design,
OPINION TOURISM IN A POST-CORONAVIRUS WORLD By Ken Robinson CBE, tourism expert. Coronavirus is devastating
With certain turbulent times for the global tourism and visitor attractions sectors, governments around the
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has sent an open letter to the world's
Prince Harry, HRH Duke of Sussex has returned to the UK for his first public
More than two-thirds of staff working in the leisure sector have confessed to pulling a
Matt Sykes, former experience manager at Australia’s Peninsula Hot Springs, has proposed a blueprint for
Finnish folklore will inspire a new Hyatt hotel, due to open in Helsinki in 2022.
A new regional tourism strategy outlines plans to grow the West Midlands’ visitor economy by
With the wellness tourism sector spreading globally, geographic destinations around the world are seeking to
The first ever tourism sector deal aims to prepare the UK for an extra 9
The EHL Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality (SSTH) hosted the first Swiss Medical Spa
Grants of up to €2.5m (US$2.81m, £2.22m) are being made available for large-scale visitor attractions
The wellness-inspired resort and hotel chain Fusion will open a resort near Bao Ninh Beach,
Celebrating its first-year anniversary, and following the release of its first survey on Wellness Vacations,
The UK tourism sector is set to see a boost in the number of Chinese
There has been a mixed response to the government's immigration white paper, published last month.
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
The number of people working within Scotland’s tourism sector has hit a record high 206,000
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The data in the asset management software is invaluable when we implement transformation projects at sites across our estate
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
We already have an incredible organisation, but we’re humble enough to recognise there are still areas for continued improvement
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues across the industry and share your ideas and experiences. We’d love to hear from you. [email protected]
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
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
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Webinar: Building a new energy future for the leisure sector
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical challenge in balancing net zero goals, funding and increased costs.
Company profiles
Company profile: Innerva
For over 30 years Innerva, part of Shapemaster Global have been manufacturing specialist dual-function power ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Technogym UK Ltd
Technogym offers a complete ecosystem of connected smart equipment, digital services, on-demand training experiences and ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: ‘FAB’ freebies for Barnet carers!
Being a carer – whether that’s looking after a young person, a senior citizen or someone with a long-term illness or disability – can be rewarding but stressful at times. These responsibilities may also limit the carer’s ability to find paid employment.
Featured press releases
FIBO press release: FIBO 2024: Billion-euro fitness market continues to grow
11 to 14 April saw the fitness industry impressively demonstrate just how innovative it is in fulfilling its responsibility for a healthy society at FIBO in Cologne. Over 1,000 exhibitors and partners generated boundless enthusiasm among 129,668 visitors from 114 countries.
Directory
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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