Spa Balance

Access to alternative therapies through spas and wellness centres

  The spa industry has changed dramatically over the last years. Our industry is no longer defined by luxurious facilities merely concerned with pampering their guests. Today, modern spas and wellness centres have become important sources of complementary therapies where guests can satisfy their increasing demands for preventive treatments and healthy lifestyles. The following article […]

Brand shifting targets spa and wellness

  We live in a hectic world whose frantic rhythm is affecting the lives of millions of people all over the globe. From stress-related problems to childhood obesity, our current environment seems to be out of control. However, the good news is that there is an increasing awareness among people regarding the need to improve […]

Healthcare Systems Fighting Obesity: The Spa Industry a Perfect Ally

  This month, we have been discussing some of the trends that are set to define our industry in 2013. In one way or the other, every single post we have shared with you this year includes a reference to one of the most challenging health issues of our time: Obesity. Whether we talk about […]

Top 5 Trends in the Spa and Wellness Industries in 2013

  In our previous post, we reviewed some of the trends we saw unfold in 2012 within the spa and wellness industries. In particular, we discussed last year’s performance and the business potential that medical evidence, family packages and coaching will continue to offer in 2013. This week, we are focusing a bit more on […]

Healthcare Innovation – Business Value and Benefits

  This is the last post of our series on healthcare innovation. After sharing different insights about the root causes and effects of the current healthcare crisis as well as tips for innovation and design thinking, it is time to take a look at the business value and benefits provided by innovative solutions. As in […]

Healthcare Innovation – The Big Challenge

    In our previous post, we discussed some of the root causes and effects of the current healthcare crisis. Although the situation is alarming, this crisis has also created additional room for innovation. Putting this innovation into action is, however, the biggest challenge a company needs to face when dealing with today’s healthcare crisis. […]

Healthcare Innovation – The Face of the Crisis

    In different occasions, we have discussed the current crisis of national healthcare systems around the world. While talking about this, we have also argued in favour of a new approach towards health based on prevention and innovation. In the following four posts, we are going to bring these issues together by talking about […]