The range includes properties situated in various parts of the country, from the Pyrenees mountain range in the north, through the mainland to the Canary Islands.

Each complex offers facilities built around hydro spa principles and a choice of treatments reflecting local traditions and using ingredients from the surrounding area.

Travellers can choose from properties such as the newly opened Parador Alcala de Henares, which is situated 26km from Madrid and housed in a 17th-century building that once served as a convent and school.

Treatments on offer include a massage using foam made from aromatic oils and a facial that is carried out to the sound of Tibetan singing bowls.

Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands is home to the Parador de Cruz de Tejeda spa, which is located 35km from Las Palmas and 1,560m above sea level.

As well as a range of spa experiences and luxury services, the complex provides panoramic views of a crater formed by volcanic activity, as well as hills, ravines, cliffs and other impressive natural features.

Other establishments in the range include Parador de la Granja, a converted palace near the historic city of Segovia in the Guadarrama mountains, and Parador de Vielha, which boasts a scenic location in the Aran Valley in the Leridian Pyrenees.

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Reiki healing treatments are now being offered at the Spa at La Manga Club. Reiki is a popular and widely used healing technique, and it has been approved by the World Health Organization as a complementary therapy. Guests can experience the power of Reiki themselves on their next visit to the resort.

Reiki is a form of complementary and alternative medicine, where specially trained practitioners transfer healing energy through their palms to the patient. Mikao Usui developed the technique after a 21 day Buddhist training course held on Mount Kurama in 1922, where he spent his days meditating, fasting, chanting and praying. He claimed to have a mystical revelation where he gained the knowledge and spiritual power to channel healing energy through his body and use it to treat others.

By channelling the positive healing energy, Reiki practitioners are said to activate their patients’ body’s own healing mechanisms. This is achieved by aligning and harmonizing the “chakras”, which are thought to be essential energy centres within the body. By bringing the chakras together in harmony, Reiki helps to rebalance the body’s physical, mental and emotional health.

Immediate effects of Reiki include a feeling of relaxation and tranquillity, an increase in energy, and an enhanced sense of wellbeing. Please note that Reiki sessions and other treatments at the Spa at La Manga Club should be booked in advance.

The Spa at La Manga Club is an ideal place to try Reiki for the first time, as it is one of the most beautiful, stylish and well equipped spas in the region. These modern facilities create a beautiful and peaceful environment, where every detail is carefully constructed to add to the pleasure of the experience. As well as the many treatment rooms, guests have access to the steam room, sauna and swimming pool. Located within the Las Lomas village, near the luxury La Manga Club villas, the Spa La Manga Club was born out of a long tradition of spa ritual in the Spanish Region of Murcia.

Spas originated in this area in Roman times, when locals discovered the healing properties of the thermal waters that they found north of the city of Murcia and the outdoor mud baths of the Mar Menor.

In addition to Reiki, the Spa will also offer many other signature treatments and rituals that promise to lift the spirits and calm the minds of their visitors. The Hawaiian Lomi Juma treatment is a traditional Hawaiian massage that energises and uplifts, and the Indian Floral treatment is a relaxing Indian-style massage with warm sacs of jasmine, citrus blossom and rose petals.

The Therapeutic Mar Menor mud treatment is a very indulgent natural spa treatment, featuring mud from the Mar Menor which is Spain’s answer to the Dead Sea. This mineral rich mud is renowned for its healing and beautifying properties. The treatment includes a full body warm mud wrap and an invigorating facial massage. This luxurious treatment is said to reduce pain from aching joints and muscles, smooth and soften skin, and give an overall feeling of relaxation.

Many visitors love to escape to this award-winning resort for a relaxing getaway in order to spend some much needed time treating themselves to therapeutic treatments and beauty procedures, and now with the new Reiki treatment guests will have even more choice of ways to relax.

The Retreat is offering a 10% discount on all stays in any of the bungalows at the Retreat during the months of March and April.

Owner Daria Dubinin said: “Considering that the Retreat is essentially a unique holiday concept here on the Costa del Sol and that 2010 was our first full year of opening, we were absolutely delighted by the response and enthusiasm of those who visited us.”

The Retreat comprises of 5 eco-friendly self-catering bungalows, all of which have their own private territory. A number of the bungalows also come with their own plunge pool. There is also a luxury villa available, which has 5 double bedrooms and is suitable for larger groups of up to 10 people.

Each of the bungalows has full use of the facilities at the retreat including the infinity pool and tennis court. There are also spa treatments on offer including facials, massages and wraps.

“In February we completed the plunge pool for Casa Pino and also the new outdoor dining area which provides guests with the opportunity to eat fine cuisine outdoors pretty much all year round” said Daria.

Positioned high in the hills close to the pueblo blanco of Casares, which is only approximately a 20 minute drive away from the very popular towns of Marbella and Puerto Banus. The Retreat not only has around 4 hectares of lush sub-tropical land, but also has wonderful views to Gibraltar and the Costa del Sol coastline.

The Retreat is totally private and secluded and is most appealing to those looking for a romantic and private hideaway or for those looking for a secluded honeymoon retreat. Due to its location in the Costa del Sol, it is also ideal for a weekend getaway, easily in reach of most European countries.

DDG Retreat is a unique concept for the Costa del Sol and Europe and is perfect for a honeymoon, romantic or weekend break in Spain.

This type of award isn’t handed out lightly, and the five-star Asia Gardens, set two kilometres from the beach in the north of Benidorm, boasts plenty of reasons why it was chosen among so many candidates for the honour: there’s the lush tropical gardens, the Asian-style rooms with stunning views over the Costa Blanca – Spain’s ‘white coast’ – and the Sierra Cortina mountains, the sumptuous facilities with their state-of-the-art green technology. The list of luxury goes on and on, and includes four different restaurants where original flavours of Asia blend in a delicious harmony with traditional Mediterranean and international cuisine.

The hotel is a benchmark for quality, a space of calm and tranquillity inspired by Asian style with distinct Balinese influence in the lakes and waterfalls, abundant flowers and verdant gardens – and all set within an extensive pine wood.


The spacious modern rooms include all the latest technology and are divided into eight categories according to size, views and location. They include family suites which are ideal to spend a few days if you have small children. 



The facilities include seven pools – vast lagoons of blue reflecting the exotic greenery – two of which are heated and open year round. There’s also a kids’ club, jogging tracks, cycling, diving and all sorts of other services and activities. But it’s the spa itself of which the hotel is most proud, and the different massage and beauty treatments on offer, particularly the Thai massage, which is one of its major attractions. And of course, this corner of holistic indulgence is one of the reasons why the hotel has been chosen by Conde Nast as the ‘most excellent luxury spa hotel’.

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Brides to be that want a girly getaway to leave you glowing with good health and looking radiant for the big day will find all they need in Gran Canaria’s luxury spa resorts. If its natural beauty you are looking for there are 100’s of spa treatments and thalasso therapy pools to choose from amongst the many world class spas.

If you would like a little cosmetic helping hand to look absolutely perfect for your wedding, treatments such as chemical peels, teeth whitening and botox are less expensive than in the UK and offered in professional state of the art clinics. After a day for pampering and lounging by the palm grove pool or on the miles of sand dune beaches there is always somewhere beautiful to sip a cocktail or dance the night away with friends.

The Gran Canaria Spa, Wellness & Health Association can tailor make packages making sure you get all the attention you deserve to make your girly getaway all you dreamed of and make sure you leave looking pummeled, polished and pampered ready for your big day.

Gran Canaria is also the ideal destination for an all year round summer wedding. The spa resorts are well equipped to host stunning weddings with beautiful vistas and the food is exquisite and the service exemplary. 

Spas include:

The Sheraton Salobre Golf Resort & Spa
A five star hotel built into the side of a mountain with a cutting edge Aloe Spa offering treatments of pure aloe straight from the plant. A mountain top infinity pool with stunning views and unparalleled tranquillity. Celebrity guests include Jennifer Lopez.

The Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort, Corallium Spa & Casino
An impressive for star resort with a wondrous spa inspired by the naturally volcanic Canaries. Includes a salt grotto, cave flotation pool and womb-like relaxation room.

The Lopesan Villa del Conde Resort & Corallium Thalasso
A five star resort with a stunning spa offering personal thalasso pools and spa treatments in rooms with floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlooking the sea.

The Seaside Hotel Palm Beach
A five star ‘Design Hotel’ recently refurbished with an ultra chic 1970’s influence is set in an impressive palm grove. A slick spa offering an array of luxurious treatments.

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Located in Casares on Spain’s legendary Costa del Sol region, this highly private retreat enables guests to truly unplug and unwind without a care for doing anything other than what their hearts desire.

“The concept behind DDG World Retreat is unique to Europe. The mission of the retreat is to provide guests with an easy-to-reach destination where they can enjoy a true holistic break, recuperate and take in activities of their own choosing”

said Daria Dubinin of DDG World. The retreat features private bungalows nestled in the mountains overlooking Malaga, Spain.

Designed to offer something for everyone, the retreat is ideal for nature and privacy lovers, yoga and pilates fans, those who want to shed a few pounds and cleanse the mind, body and spirit or simply for those who wish to getaway to a spa for a weekend for pampering in a stunning setting.

“We felt that there was nothing in the way of an exclusive retreat here on the Costa del Sol where people could come and detox, de-stress and generally escape to a secluded haven for peace and tranquilit,” explained Daria.

To make sure stress doesn’t go along with the booking or travel process, DDG World has paid close attention to the details to make it easy on guests. The location was selected not only for its natural beauty and seclusion, but also because it is easy to reach via budget airlines flying out of major European cities each and every day. The booking process includes a wide variety of packages, which means guests can pick and choose the activities that suit them. Also, there are no set arrival, departure or length-of-stay restrictions.

While the location, privacy and luxury of DDG World Retreat make it stand out, its services make it even more special. The retreat features a rare collection of services under the same roof, including bike riding, horseback riding, yoga and pilates sessions and spa treatments. It also boasts a number of amenities like an infinity pool, tennis courts, a steam room, gym and even strategically placed hammocks for soaking up the scenery while taking in a good book.

“We wanted to offer a different option to those looking to escape from the stresses and strains of everyday life,” said Daria.

“Instead of just another hotel or holiday resort, we wanted to create a totally new experience for those looking to get their lives back on track and cleanse the mind and body in a tranquil, serene and private environment.”

DDG World Retreat also offers gift vouchers so getaways can easily be given to loved ones. The mix-and-match menu listing of activities makes it simple to tailor a retreat to personal tastes, which makes this vacation destination ideal for giving and receiving.

To learn more about the wonders awaiting guests at DDG World Retreat, visit the website or call +34 659-168-217.

 Launched in 2004 the independent travel company aims to offer visitors to the island an opportunity to discover more about the culture, activity and beauty of Mallorca, as well as enjoy a relaxing and stress free break away.

To celebrate Balearic Discovery is adding a new spa selection to the existing personally selected hotel portfolio. Focused on those looking for unique spa experiences the new section will have offers unique to Balearic Discovery clients including discounts on treatments, complimentary drinks, accommodation deals and specific breaks tailored to suit the clients need. The spa products are aimed at travellers who wish to get away from it all for a day, those looking for a long weekend, or perhaps people seeking a longer wellness break. Spas appearing in the collection will include Reads Hotel and Spa, Hilton Sa Torre, the Hospes Maricel and the St Regis Mardavall. The spa services will be launched in 2010 and will also include offers enabling clients to be pampered by the pool in the comfort of their own villa. With winter trips beginning at just 600 Euros for a couple for a weekend at Reads the spa breaks will also offer good value.

Balearic Discovery initially offered ground arrangements solely to UK based private individuals and direct clients who contacted them through the website. Clients now travel from Australia, the USA and South Africa to enjoy the customised trips.  The company has developed its range of services and along with servicing direct clients, also offers MICE arrangements, support to private travel arrangers requiring reliable inbound services, and collaborates with large international tour operators who utilise their services as a DMC.

With a focus purely on Mallorca the portfolio now includes over 100 hotels, hundreds of villas from two to twelve bedroom, monasteries and a fabulous array of services including private chefs, nannies, physiotherapists, beauticians, and chauffeurs as well as a long list of activities to keep both adults and children amused. These include sailing, diving, kite-surfing, walking, cycling, horse – riding, yoga, wine tasting, cookery classes. “If it is safe and legal we are sure we can arrange it” states Jane Stanbury, founder and director. “We’re proud of the business we’ve built over the last five years, we really are unique on the island in offering the range of services that we have and our strong local knowledge means we can ensure clients have the best stress free experience possible. The fact we’ve had our best year yet in difficult economic times demonstrates we are providing a service clients genuinely appreciate” she added.

The new spa selection will be available from the beginning of 2010.

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The location, in south-eastern Spain, will feature therapists trained by the Temple of Po in Bangkok, in a newly created ‘Eastern’ space.

Each of the six treatment rooms has been individually designed and styled with silks from China, antiques and lacquered furniture from across Asia, lanterns and carpets from India.

Visitors are wrapped in the subtle aromas of the orient and lulled to the sound of the Tibetan flute.

The treatments have their roots in Asia inspired by Thai tradition, the Indonesian Jamu, Ayurveda and Indian Yoga and offer and impressive range of massage, body scrubs, wraps and facials.

Clients can put together their own experience by mixing, matching or just working with a therapist to create something unique for them.

The signature treatment at Thai Room Spa is Princess Andaman which includes an almond scrub, facial and ancient massage ritual where the asana movements of yoga are passively reproduced.

Prices start from just £60 for a Thai Cocoon Facial which includes a 30 minute de-stress session and purifying ritual.

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Situated at Nova Bocana, where the glamorous Barceloneta beach boardwalk commences, the hotel has a commanding presence against Barcelona’s magnificent waterfront and skyline, and has already made its mark as a landmark in an ambitious urban renewal plan for Barcelona’s coastline. The 26-story, slender, sail-shaped W Barcelona sits perpendicular to the dock, showcasing sea and city views from every guest room.

“Taking the W brand into the dynamic city of Barcelona, a European hub known for fashion, design and architecture, will mark a true milestone in W Hotels’ global expansion into the world’s most exciting and vibrant destinations,” said Eva Ziegler, global brand leader, W Hotels Worldwide and Le Meridien. “W Barcelona offers stunning architecture and innovative design from Ricardo Bofill, a renowned architect. His leading-edge design will set a dramatic stage for the W brand’s unique lifestyle positioning, soon to become a true flagship hotel for the W brand, offering insider access to a world of Wow.”

W Barcelona will feature 473 guest rooms, including 67 suites, two WOW suites and one Extreme WOW suite. W Barcelona will also offer guests Spain’s first Bliss Spa; a signature restaurant by Michelin-Star rated Catalan Chef, Carles Abellan; Eclipse, a rooftop bar with stunning vistas over the Mediterranean from London-based nightlife gurus, Ignite Group (the creative minds behind famed London nightclub, Boujis); the signature W lounge, featuring W BAR for cocktails and WAVE Restaurant; WET, an infinity-edged pool and bar; ultra-exclusive Extreme WOW Cabana with Jacuzzi and lounge deck; and the SWEAT state-of-the-art fitness facility outfitted with Technogym equipment.

W Barcelona features public spaces with more than 2,500 square metres of ultra-modern meeting and event space, including the Great Room (W Hotels’ interpretation of a ballroom), supported by the W brand’s signature Whatever/Whenever service promise, providing guests whatever they want.

“W Barcelona is now the third W Hotel in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, following the openings of W Istanbul and W Doha Hotel and Residences earlier this year,” said Roeland Vos, president, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, EAME. “The W brand continues its fantastic growth and is on track to open ten more W Hotels in some of the region’s most sought after destinations, including London, Paris, and Milan.”

W Barcelona is at the beginning of the world-famous boardwalk La Barceloneta, first-class restaurants of Port Vell, pristine beaches and water sports of Puerto Olimpico, and a short stroll from cafes, shops and nightlife options of Barcelona’s Old Town and Las Ramblas. The only hotel in Barcelona with direct access to the beach, W Barcelona anchors Passeig de Joan de Borbó, a redevelopment project slated to bring luxury retail, office and entertainment venues to this dynamic area.

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