New Openings & Offerings
1 . BABOR has successfully launched its brand in Dubai , through locations including Bloomingdales Dubai Mall and Harvey Nichols Mall of the Emirates , and online through Ounass and Bloomingdales . ae . The in-person launch included in-store podiums and focus tables where customers could participate in a free skin analysis and consultation . Online offers included a sampling campaign and invitations to book exclusive BABOR treatments .
2 . SALT Chamber , the pioneer and leader in salt therapy / halotherapy , has announced the launch of Experience SALT +, a turnkey solution combining salt therapy with best-inclass wellness modalities . By combining salt therapy with red light therapy , sauna , massage therapy and more , clients have expanded opportunities to create signature experiences . Owner and COO Dr . Staci Blume said ,“ From the moment we introduced salt therapy at our practice , we witnessed a significant increase in client engagement and excitement for services and the elevated feel to the office as a whole . The benefits of salt therapy are numerous , and the inclusion of this service perfectly complements the other services we offer .”
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3 . Arch Amenities Group , leading provider of amenity management , recruiting services and hospitality consulting , has announced its expansion into Canada with the acquisition of Personal Best Health and Performance Inc ., a Canadian leader in corporate wellness services . Personal Best provides services and proven consulting methods to assist corporate leaders with adopting an on-site employee fitness and lifestyle program .
4 . The Delamar Hotel in Southport , Connecticut opened a brand-new spa in November 2023 . Available to hotel guests and day spa guests , the spa is partnered with skincare brands Valmont and Biologique Recherche . Delamar Spas offer restorative treatments that provide a “ re-set ” with treatments that focus on health , rebalance and restoration .
5 . Release Well-Being Center ( Westborough , Massachusetts ) will open a second location at Boston ’ s The Heritage On The Garden in early 2024 . The new 9,000 square foot space will have the latest healing therapies , including contrast therapy featuring infrared and traditional saunas and cold plunge tubs , eucalyptus steam rooms , massage and esthetic services , as well as alternative healing services such as cupping , reflexology and reiki . Integrating ancient remedies with cutting-edge wellness modalities , Release Boston will transport guests to a calming and restful oasis in the heart of the city while helping guests forge a path to living their best lives .
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Giving Back
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Massage Envy recently announced its second year of support for the GlamourGals My Dear Friend initiative . The GlamourGals Foundation is a 501 ( c )( 3 ) nonprofit dedicated to reducing elder isolation through intergenerational relationships . In November and December 2023 , Massage Envy pledged to donate $ 1 to GlamourGals for every My Dear Friend card sent to a senior during the holiday season , up to $ 15,000 . Massage Envy franchisees and corporate employees also participated in the card-writing initiative , leveraging a network of approximately 1,100 independently owned and operated franchise locations for grassroots involvement in the campaign .
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