Dark crystals: the brutal reality behind a booming wellness craze

Demand for ‘healing’ crystals is soaring – but many are mined in deadly conditions in one of the world’s poorest countries. And there is little evidence that this billion-dollar industry is cleaning up its act.

By Tess McClure

Mountain maestros: the Alpine retreat that stages world-class concerts

At Schloss Elmau in southern Germany top classical musicians ‘play to stay’, so guests can enjoy performances between spa sessions, yoga and amazing views

Top activities and most popular trends looked for when booking wellness travel. Study.

    Spa, Adventure Options, Accessibility to Nature and Health Food – top activities looked for when booking wellness travel.  Study. We are no longer just want to consume. We want to improve our wellbeing through travel consumption. Wellness travel is one of the most dynamic segments of the travel industry. According to the Global … Read more

Luxurious Beachside Retreats: A New Oceanfront Oasis unveiled in Montecito

      Almost simultaneously, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts announced two new elevated experiences for upscale travelers. The first one is the ultra-luxury brand’s first property in Hong Kong and the second one is the first ultra-luxury resort in Southern California to offer guestrooms set directly over the sand. Rosewood Miramar Beach Opens Its Doors … Read more

Health has become the new form of luxury. Genetic Wellness Program promotes the inclusion of genetics as new standard of healthcare

California Health & Longevity Institute (CHLI) located at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village unveils its Genetic Wellness Program, offering genetic screenings in cardiology, cancer, nutrition and fitness, telomere length, and pharmacogenetics. Created by Terry M. Schaack, MD and Jonathan R. Cole, MD, Co-founders and Medical Directors of CHLI, the Genetic Wellness Program was designed to … Read more

A unique take on fitness and wellness: the new FUEL weekends by W Hotels

Beach side detox or poolside retox? Let’s do both. Kick box, then kick it up a notch. Work up a sweat, then party down. This is how this high-end hospitality network feeds guests’ passion for staying in shape, in style. FUEL weekends feature insider access to some of the best trainers in the world, coupled … Read more