Ultimate Spa: Asia's Best Spas and Spa Treatments

by Judy Chapman, Luca Invernizzi Tettoni (Photographer)

Overview

Asia is now at the forefront of the international spa movement with the creation of many of the world's finest luxury spas--most of which base their treatments on traditional Asian therapies and formulas.

Drawing on the expertise of many of Asia's best therapists, doctors, and wellness experts from around the region, ultimate spa offers a comprehensive look at the finest spas in Asia and the unparalleled range of therapies they now offer.

This spa pictorial not only describes Asia's best-known destination and day spas in detail, it delves deeply into the ancient wellness traditions of Ayurveda, TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), and other health and beauty secrets which are largely responsible for the phenomenal success of Asian spas today. The emphasis is on spiritual well-being and natural holistic curatives. All spas and photographs, many with extensive how-to sequences and detailed recipes and instructions. This book is a must-have for spa goers and spa professionals everywhere.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781462906628
Publisher:	Periplus Editions
Publication date:	12/11/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	256
File size:	55 MB
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About the Author

Judy Chapman is the author of three books on wellness, aromatherapy, and spas and is Editor-in-Chief for Spa Asia magazine. She created and co-founded Sanctum Pure Body Products, one of Australia's first and most regarded natural body skin spa lines. An acknowledged expert on holistic health, Chapman holds international certificates in Japanese Macrobiotic Healing and International Yoga teacher training.

Table of Contents

At the Source
Asiaæs Best Spas
Treatment Section (Balance, Face, Body, Bathing, Massage)
Acknowledgments

Editorial Reviews

"A must-have for Spa aficionados worldwide." —Spa Australasia magazine

"Asia has spent centuries perfecting its spa treatments and this indulgent tome explores the best the region has to offer." —The Sunday Telegraph

" … this comprehensive guide to the region's best spas and their offerings is a visual feast." —Dawn, Singapore

" … the definitive guide to being spoilt everywhere from India to the Philippines." —Gourmet Traveller

"The plethora of D.I.Y treatments here are proof that when Chapmen […] asserts that 'daily rituals and ceremonies are all part of the spa experience… ' well, she means it." —Lifestyle + Travel

"Judy Chapman must have the best job in the world! Judy […] has explored the best spas and spa treatments in the world and has now written a book about her experiences." —Byron Shire News, Australia

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