Posts Tagged ‘spa services’

The Top 10 Spa Trends for 2011

Jan. 3, 2011 Tags: , ,

Massage therapy has always been one of the most popular services offered at spas, both in the U.S. and worldwide.

SpaFinder, Inc., a global spa-and-wellness resource, today announced its annual spa trend forecast. The report identifies global spa trends that SpaFinder’s staff and experts believe will influence spa experiences for both consumers and the industry in the coming year and for decades to come.

The report is based on analyses from a team of experts who visit hundreds of day- and stay-spas each year; interviews with top industry analysts; ongoing research across the spa, travel and beauty sectors; and data derived from SpaFinder’s relationships with more than 9,000 spas and salons across the globe.

1. Aging … Raging: Spas are showing ever-more awareness of the needs of older spa-goers, and beginning to incorporate exercise physiologists, chiropractors, orthopedics and naturopaths who focus on rejuvenation of joints, pain relief and mobility.

2. All eyes on Asia: Yoga, Thai massage, Ayurvedic medicine and acupuncture are staples on many spa menus, and the “Zen” nature of Asian design can be seen in spas worldwide. Read More…

First Regional Dayspa Expo to be Held in Atlanta

Jul. 25, 2010 Tags: , , , , , ,

Bentley International Group announces dates for it first regional Day Spa Expo & Business Forum – http://www.dayspaexpo.com . This business-to-business industry event will be held on October 9 & 10, 2010 at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, Georgia.

Having produced the annual Day Spa Expo in Las Vegas for the past five years, Patrick Witherspoon, President of Bentley International Group explains why the need for regional events. “Request from attendees has prompted us to plan a series of regional events to bring the Day Spa Expo and Business Forum closer to their area. With the financial restraints being what they are, it makes sense for attendees not to incur a lot of travel expenses to see what’s new for the Spa and Salon industry. Atlanta has been slated for the first regional event because of its proximity to major cities that are within a short distance from Atlanta.  A three to four hour (or less) drive includes: Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida. A short flight widens the range for many more attendees from the Eastern Seaboard, the Midwest and other USA regions”, stated Witherspoon. Read more …

Spa & Resort/Medical Aesthetics Expo Revitalized and Enhanced for 2010

Jul. 11, 2010 Tags: , , ,

Leading Spa and Skin Care Event Has Been Redesigned to Focus on Building Business and Moving the Industry Forward.

NEW YORK, July 9/PRNewswire/ — The Spa & Resort/Medical Aesthetics Expo (www.spaandresortexpo.com) has been redesigned this year to give attendees an enhanced experience that focuses on new resources, tools, treatments and professional education that will help their business grow and succeed. This empowering event will be held September 28-29, 2010, in conjunction with the HBA Global Event annual Beauty Week™, at New York Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.

New show floor features include the Industry Education Theater, which will platform leading manufacturers demonstrations on new products and advance treatments. During both days of the event, attendees will be able to participate in interactive “how to’s” and learn about the latest skincare or body care products that they can offer their customers and businesses. Read more…

The Politics of Free: Clarity in the Business of Chair Massage

Jun. 28, 2010 Tags: , , , ,

By Raymond Blaylock

It is a fact of human nature that which we receive for free is valued less than things we have a vested interest in. If you have ever been to a Convention or a trade show you know what I am talking about. You walk around picking up items that you may or may not need or want. You bring a bag full of “stuff” home and you may or may not ever use any of those things. But if you purchased an item at the show you would keep track of it and use it as soon as possible.

Have you ever been out doing massage at an event and have someone ask you if the massage was Free? Why do you think they do that? Massage Therapy is growing by leaps and bounds. We have employed several approaches over the years to nurture this growth pattern. In the mid 1980’s our tool was Sports Massage. We took massage,via Sports Massage events, into a very public forum with a high level of success. Doing this permitted people to view massage happening in a favorable light…the light of day. Read more …