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- Spa retreats in the nation of Georgia
Massage for pain relief, body wraps for skin health and ice treatments for lymphatic stimulation: They're all part of the spa experience at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel and Radisson Blu Hotel in the nation of Georgia. Nico R. Dimitrov, the Cluster Spa Manager of the hotels, says guests come for stress relief and overall wellness, and that weight loss also is one of their clients' top goals. The Financial (Georgia/Ukraine)
(11/19)     
- Top global spas that surround guests in nature
From the Amangiri hotel and spa at Utah's Lake Powell, where guests incorporate desert hikes into their spa treatments, to the jungle eco-retreat at El Silencio Lodge & Spa in central Costa Rica, this list of global spas showcases those that bring guests into close contact with nature. Others include The Farm at Cape Kidnappers on New Zealand's North Island, where the spa is located on a working cattle-and-sheep farm, and Blackberry Farm, in Tennessee's Smoky Mountains, where guests can combine their treatments with rafting, riding and stargazing. Reuters
(11/16)
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- Out-west spa-suppliers mine for mud
Some residents of Nevada and Alaska are harvesting a new crop that they say is making a name for itself in spas worldwide: A smooth, oozy, odorless mud. "Most (cosmetic) muds have a smell so it's remarkable this one doesn't," said Emily Sindlinger, owner of Reno's Lime Spa, which is a customer of Black Rock Mud, a homegrown Nevada mud supplier. The Wall Street Journal
(11/18)
- Technology, new ingredients for skin and hair care
Technology continues to make inroads into the beauty world, a prime example being micro-current treatments that zap moisturizers into the skin, minimizing the appearance of wrinkles. Also trending up: ingredients such as high-dose Vitamin C to strengthen hair and beauty formulations you eat or drink to improve appearance. KCAL-TV (Los Angeles)
(11/14)
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- Travel summit notes rise in demand for exotic destinations
Travel agents and tour operators who attended Ensemble Travel Group's recent Las Vegas conference report that travelers are increasingly being drawn to exotic and off-the-beaten-track destinations. "The hot destinations are Ecuador, the Galapagos, Burma, Cambodia, Vietnam, African safaris. People are going for big-ticket items. It's like they want to spend money now because they don't know how things will be later on," said Judy Ruffini, a regional sales manager at General Tours. TravelMarketReport.com
(11/15)
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- 3 ways to enhance workplace morale
You can boost employee morale by promoting communication throughout the organization and by providing training to your workers. Also, try to add a sense of fun to your business by celebrating employees' birthdays and honoring them for their accomplishments. Careerealism.com
(11/16)
- Business moves from the Pilgrims' playbook
Persistence, sacrifice and the ability to set aside your own ideas and learn from others: Those are three traits that helped the Pilgrims survive in the New World, and they can help entrepreneurs of today, writes venture capitalist Alan Hall. Others: Form partnerships where necessary, be willing to take risks, and practice gratitude. Forbes
(11/17)
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- How to maintain a positive cash flow
Successful companies risk running into cash-flow problems as they look to meet inventory demands, Susan Schreter writes. However, you can make sure your business' cash flow stays strong by sending out bills more frequently, cutting products that have low profit margins and catering to fast-paying customers. Fox Business Small Business Center
(11/15)
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The Las Vegas ISPA Connect is just two weeks away!
The next ISPA Connect at The Mirage Spa in Las Vegas is just two weeks away! Spa leaders in the area are invited Dec. 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. PST for an evening of connecting with your spa industry peers and learning about the newest spa products from the event sponsors. Register today for this complimentary event.
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