European Spas Association

Thermal Medicine develops in China: Harnessing the Power of Hot Springs

FIRST SPA HOTEL DEDICATED TO THERMAL MEDICINE OPENS IN CHINA With ancient Chinese legends and folk ballads extolling the enchanted healing powers of the water, thermal medicine has a long tradition in China dating back more than 2,000 years. On 15 November 2022 in Tengchong, Yunnan province in China, the first spa hotel dedicated to thermal medicine opened its doors. We invite you to read...
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Marlies Sobczak: “It is ESPA’s assignment to further develop opportunities for Thalasso”

We recently spoke to Marlies Sobczak, project manager of ESPA’s Thalasso working group, who played a pivotal role in bringing the annual congress of the DHV to Norderney. Marlies provided valuable insight into the event and the activities of the Thalasso group.

10 Myths About Seawater We All Believe

Baths in spas, thalasso cures, nasal hygiene, drinking blisters: seawater has many health benefits. Studies remain rare but the sector wants to revive research. 1....

Institute of Spa and Balneology Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic

C8: INNOVATIVE MEDICAL SPA SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH

Terme Sveti Martin – Healthness programme, Croatia

C7: INNOVATIVE SPA EDUCATION

The Eclipse outdoor cabin by Alpha Industries, Belgium

C6: INNOVATIVE SPA PRODUCT

Covid recovery program by Heilsustofnun Rehabilitation Clinic, Iceland

C5: INNOVATIVE HEALTH SPA PROGRAMME

Balvanyos Resort, Romania

C4: INNOVATIVE SPA CONCEPT

Hot Springs Medical & SPA Hotel, Bulgaria

C3: INNOVATIVE SPA HOTEL

La Roche Posay Thermal Resort, France

C2: INNOVATIVE MEDICAL SPA

Terme Tuhelj Glamping Village, Slovenia

C1: INNOVATIVE SPA DESTINATION