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When you work with many people each day, being a member of the hospitality industry can face its share of stress and difficult days. That being said, prioritizing "hotel wellness" is something that those in hotel leadership should implement for the sake of their teams. Promote caring for one's health as well as providing adequate breaks, and establishing a sense of care for your teams in your workplace. #HospitalityIndustry #HotelLeadership

APSWC Round Table & Awards 2024 Bringing together key spa and wellness industry players from across the region to discuss key topics and issues that are impacting the industry today at The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok Reserve your seat now at: https://lnkd.in/giNcHQ7R. Early bird rates are valid until 14-Feb only, then the price will increase. Registration fee includes all Round Table activities, APSWC Mingle (20-Mar), and APSWC Awards Dinner (21-Mar). Accommodation is not included in the delegate fee (the venue is offering special rates). Thailand Wellness Experience 23-Mar is an optional extra also. DAY 1 (21-Mar), SESSION 1 Briefing: Artificial Intelligence Does the use of AI align with our human values or is it an easy cop-out? With governments and the tech industry grappling with the role that AI has to play, what value can it potentially bring to the spa and wellness industry? Are there pitfalls?   DAY 1 (21-Mar), SESSION 2 Briefing: Off the Grid We have long talked about ecological and environmental concerns, but when many of our products are over-packaged or still packed in plastic is it viable to move to off-grid operations with ‘free’ energy from solar panels and ‘free’ water from atmospheric water generators?   DAY 2 (22-Mar), SESSION1 Briefing: Is An Aging Workforce Sustainable? In a pre-pandemic world, the spa and wellness industry had access to a broad range of therapists from the young and inexperienced to the older more skilled team members. Today we find many of the younger persons have left and moved to other industries that are seen as “more stable”.  What can we as an industry do to attract the youth back into our industry or are we doomed to be reliant on an ever-aging workforce?   DAY 2 (22-Mar), SESSION 1 Briefing: My Life of Addictions Hours on the phone (digital addiction?), peer pressure (smoking, vaping addiction?), lifestyle issues of anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, depression (CBD oil addiction?), highly processed and fast foods (sugar, salt addiction?). We will explore what role, if any we can play as the industry slowly moves from its focus on relaxation to well-being. Book now https://lnkd.in/g7j3CVcz #APSWC: #RoundTable; #TSPA; #NSPA; #AMSPA; #MAWSPA; #BSWA; #ASWell; #spamanagement; #wellness ; #wellbeing; #spaawards; #APSWCAwards; #wellnessawards

I, too, have been where you are. I, too, have felt sheer and utter frustration when I didn't get wellness right. I, too, have lived those golden moments when I've been part of a hotel team where wellness rocked. And I, too, have come up, close and personal with that River of Misery - when no matter what I did, wellness never worked. I know how it feels to THINK that the entire hotel is against wellness. It was not too long ago when I thought having the grandest facilities, state-of-the-art gym equipment, the best brands and truly brilliant talent was all I needed to make wellness successful. 👉🏼 I learned the hard way that that simply wasn’t the case. I’ve been part of projects where tens of thousands were spent in market studies, training, creating flashy concepts and attracting top brands. But these projects bled money. And I’ve felt despair at the missed opportunity. I’ve also been part of very simple projects done on a shoe-string budget with ordinary but incredibly keen talent. These projects thrived. And I felt sheer joy seeing the amazing success they enjoyed. 💡 Key learning: You must get the wellness concept right from the get go. Otherwise you’re just fighting one losing battle after the next. And the ride on that emotional roller coaster gets tiring after a while. Question: 👉🏼 Can you confidently say that you know exactly how to craft the right wellness concept for your particular property? #wellness #hotels #wellnessinhospitality

#EmployeeWellness programs are revolutionizing the way hotels operate "The concept of employee wellness isn’t entirely new, but its role within the hospitality industry has garnered significant attention in recent years. Driven by the growing recognition that happy, healthy employees are key to successful operations, hotels are embracing wellness programs as a strategic priority. Several hotel companies are leading the way in implementing exemplary wellness programs. Here, Hotelier takes a closer look at some key components and a few notable examples" Read more: https://ow.ly/KjMz50SyWIe via Hoteliers Magazine #Hospitality #HospitalityIndustry #Hotels #HotelIndustry #HotelOperations #EmployeeSafety

Susie Arnett is the Director of Wellness Programming at Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas and today shares the opportunities she sees: https://lnkd.in/gVMACD4f A few takeaways: 1) Embrace Wellness Beyond the Spa: Consider how your hospitality business can offer wellness experiences beyond traditional spa services. 2) Have The Courage to Think Differently: Don't get trapped in traditional hospitality thinking. Be open to new ideas and approaches that can disrupt the industry and create more meaningful guest experiences. 3) "Program The Day": Develop programming that matches the energy and opportunities of different times of day, from morning yoga to evening events that don't necessarily involve alcohol but still offer a sense of celebration and community. 4) Utilize Space as a Platform for Connection: Think about how the design and layout of your building and property can facilitate guest connections. This could mean creating spaces conducive to group activities or providing prompts that encourage guests to engage with each other. 5) Incentivize Positive Guest Behavior: Explore ways to incentivize behaviors that align with your brand values, such as kindness, sustainability, or wellness. This could be through rewards, recognition, or creating roles like "kindness captains" to promote a positive atmosphere. 6) Offer Accessible Wellness Options: Make wellness accessible to all guests, regardless of their budget. This can include simple offerings like encouraging movement, providing healthy food options, and creating spaces for guests to enjoy sunlight. 7) Stay Informed and Inspired: Keep learning from other industries and stay open to innovative ideas that can be adapted to the hospitality context. This will help you stay ahead of trends and meet guests' evolving expectations. 🎧 Listen to Susie talk more about all of this today on the Hospitality Daily Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts -- If you enjoyed this... 1) Leave a comment below on what stood out to you from this 2) Share this with your network 3) Follow Hospitality Daily here on LinkedIn so you don't miss more stories like this Thanks! - Josiah

APSWC Round Table & Awards 2024 Bringing together key spa and wellness industry players from across the region to discuss key topics and issues that are impacting the industry today at The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok Reserve your seat now at: https://lnkd.in/giNcHQ7R. Early bird rates are valid until 14-Feb only, then the price will increase. Registration fee includes all Round Table activities, APSWC Mingle (20-Mar), and APSWC Awards Dinner (21-Mar). Accommodation is not included in the delegate fee (the venue is offering special rates). Thailand Wellness Experience 23-Mar is an optional extra also. DAY 1 (21-Mar), SESSION 1 Briefing: Artificial Intelligence Does the use of AI align with our human values or is it an easy cop-out? With governments and the tech industry grappling with the role that AI has to play, what value can it potentially bring to the spa and wellness industry? Are there pitfalls? DAY 1 (21-Mar), SESSION 2 Briefing: Off the Grid We have long talked about ecological and environmental concerns, but when many of our products are over-packaged or still packed in plastic is it viable to move to off-grid operations with ‘free’ energy from solar panels and ‘free’ water from atmospheric water generators? DAY 2 (22-Mar), SESSION1 Briefing: Is An Aging Workforce Sustainable? In a pre-pandemic world, the spa and wellness industry had access to a broad range of therapists from the young and inexperienced to the older more skilled team members. Today we find many of the younger persons have left and moved to other industries that are seen as “more stable”. What can we as an industry do to attract the youth back into our industry or are we doomed to be reliant on an ever-aging workforce? DAY 2 (22-Mar), SESSION 1 Briefing: My Life of Addictions Hours on the phone (digital addiction?), peer pressure (smoking, vaping addiction?), lifestyle issues of anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, depression (CBD oil addiction?), highly processed and fast foods (sugar, salt addiction?). We will explore what role, if any we can play as the industry slowly moves from its focus on relaxation to well-being. Book now https://lnkd.in/g7j3CVcz #APSWC; #APSWCRoundTable; #roundtable; #APSWCAwards; #spaawards; #wellnessawards; #mindfulness; #aigeneration; #offgrid; #sustainability; #sustainablewellness; #sparecruitment; #bangkok; #chaoprayariver

What does wellness mean to you? 🌿 To me it is a combination of self-care, practicing healthy habits, being content and happy and taking actions towards better physical and mental outcomes that ensure you are thriving. Increasingly events are including a variety of ways that attendees as well as organisers can partake in wellness activities because it is so important to have a balance between work and leisure as it can lead to higher levels of productivity, engagement and focus - all key ingredients to the success of an event! A programme that includes wellness and wellbeing elements can boost energy, produce endorphins and generally create a positive atmosphere for all.  In Copenhagen, there are a myriad of ways one can incorporate wellness into their event programme and/or as part of bleisure extension after the event. 🏊🏼♀️Water based activities are not just limited to warmer months - you can go hot tubbing, do sauna sessions, practice nordic bathing and go hydro-biking just to name a few! 🧘♀️Indulge in self-care in the beautiful spas and wellness areas available in many of the city centre hotels including THAT Bali-inspired pool at Guldsmeden Hotels gem, Manon Les Suites which is one of the most instagrammed pools in the world! 🌊And just outside the city, you can find some of the most beautiful Danish beaches for example at Marienlyst Strandhotel in Elsinore and Helenekilde Badehotel in Tisvildeleje. 🤸And if you want to get active and attendees moving, get them on bicycles around the city, kayaking in the harbour, hiking up and skiing down an energy plant, arrange running tours through the beautiful parks, lakes or harbourside and playing beach volleyball for example. 🥗Plus a big element of wellness is healthy food and drinks for all meals and here you can work with the venues, restaurants and hotels to incorporate delicious sustainable options for your event catering with a strong focus on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients all year round! Having been voted the happiest city in the world numerous times and being the founders of ‘hygge’ (which literally means wellbeing and comfort in Danish), Copenhagen definitely knows a thing or two about wellness making this a guaranteed happy attendees event destination!  😃 Get in touch with the fantastic team at the Copenhagen Convention Bureau to get started on planning happy events full of wellness and wellbeing. #copenhagen #meetcopenhagen #eventdestination #wellness #wellbeing #events

APSWC Round Table & Awards 2024 Bringing together key spa and wellness industry players from across the region to discuss key topics and issues that are impacting the industry today at The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok Reserve your seat now at: https://lnkd.in/ggRrx4J7. Early bird rates are valid until 14-Feb only, then the price will increase. Registration fee includes all Round Table activities, APSWC Mingle (20-Mar), and APSWC Awards Dinner (21-Mar). Accommodation is not included in the delegate fee (the venue is offering special rates). Thailand Wellness Experience 23-Mar is an optional extra also. DAY 1 (21-Mar), SESSION 1 Briefing: Artificial Intelligence Does the use of AI align with our human values or is it an easy cop-out? With governments and the tech industry grappling with the role that AI has to play, what value can it potentially bring to the spa and wellness industry? Are there pitfalls?   DAY 1 (21-Mar), SESSION 2 Briefing: Off the Grid We have long talked about ecological and environmental concerns, but when many of our products are over-packaged or still packed in plastic is it viable to move to off-grid operations with ‘free’ energy from solar panels and ‘free’ water from atmospheric water generators?   DAY 2 (22-Mar), SESSION1 Briefing: Is An Aging Workforce Sustainable? In a pre-pandemic world, the spa and wellness industry had access to a broad range of therapists from the young and inexperienced to the older more skilled team members. Today we find many of the younger persons have left and moved to other industries that are seen as “more stable”. What can we as an industry do to attract the youth back into our industry or are we doomed to be reliant on an ever-aging workforce?   DAY 2 (22-Mar), SESSION 1 Briefing: My Life of Addictions Hours on the phone (digital addiction?), peer pressure (smoking, vaping addiction?), lifestyle issues of anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, depression (CBD oil addiction?), highly processed and fast foods (sugar, salt addiction?). We will explore what role, if any we can play as the industry slowly moves from its focus on relaxation to well-being. Book now https://lnkd.in/gTmDEFd4 #APSWC; #APSWCRoundTable; #roundtable; #APSWCAwards; #spaawards; #wellnessawards; #mindfulness; #aigeneration; #offgrid; #sustainability; #recruitment; #bangkok; #chaoprayariver

The Power of DNA-Based Wellness in Enhancing Hotel Management A transformative trend is emerging in luxury wellness and with the industry poised to reach an astounding $7.2 trillion by 2025 (Global Wellness Institute & Wellness Creative Co.), forward-thinking leaders in the sector are seizing a golden opportunity: DNA-led wellness programs for management teams. The connection between the hotel's top management team's wellness and profitability is increasingly evident. Traditional staff training and leadership programs, with their one-size-fits-all approach, fall short of meeting the unique needs of each individual. The Programme introduces a pioneering approach with our DNA-led leadership programs, specifically designed for hospitality management. These programs utilize DNA analysis to create personalized health, diet and fitness strategies, ensuring each team member receives a wellness plan tailored to their genetic profile. This personalisation boosts their health and optimizes their performance, enhancing decision-making, creativity, and resilience. Seamless Integration, Maximum Impact Our programs are crafted to align with the demanding schedules of hospitality leaders, ensuring that participation involves minimal disruption to hotel operations. This seamless integration means your management team can engage in transformative wellness without stepping away from their responsibilities, maintaining the hotel's smooth functioning. Elevating Your Hotel Above the Competition By investing in onsite DNA-led wellness programs, your hotel takes a significant leap ahead of the competition. A management team at its peak in health and performance leads to a ripple effect of benefits, from innovative service delivery and improved operational efficiency to an elevated guest experience. This strategic investment not only enhances the well-being of your team but also sets your property apart as a leader in the hospitality wellness industry, giving your team firsthand knowledge of the true effectiveness of tailored wellness. Join the Vanguard of the Wellness Revolution We invite you to be a part of this groundbreaking movement to discover how our DNA-led management programs can transform your team and propel your hotel to the forefront of the industry. Embrace this opportunity to lead the wellness revolution, where prioritizing your team's well-being is not just a commitment to health but a savvy business strategy that places you ahead of the competition. #LuxuryHospitality #WellnessInnovation #DNA-ledWellness #HospitalityTrends #LuxuryHotels #WellnessRevolution #PersonalizedWellness #HospitalityManagement #CuttingEdgeWellness #HotelIndustry #ManagementWellness #LuxuryWellness #InnovativeHospitality #DNAHealth #HotelLeadership #FutureOfWellness #WellnessTechnology #HospitalityExcellence #GuestExperience #HotelWellnessPrograms

Following are three hotel brands that have taken their wellness offerings to a new level to ensure leisure and business travelers alike are guaranteed multiple options for prioritizing their well-being. #hotel #hospitality #wellbeing #physical #emotional #mental #wellness