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Summer Made Unforgettable at Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam
Marking the arrival of warmer months, Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam welcomes guests on a season-long journey through the rhythms and joys of Central Vietnam.
25 Years of Shaping Futures: Four Seasons Maldives Apprenticeship Programme Celebrates More Than 1,000 Graduates
Twenty‑five years ago, five young Maldivians became the first graduates of the Four Seasons Maldives Hospitality Apprenticeship Programme. On April 18, 2026, the programme marked its 25th anniversary at the Maldives National University Auditorium in Malé, celebrating a total of 1,058 Maldivians who have now graduated from the programme, making it the longest‑running of its kind in the Indian Ocean.
Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay Serves Up A Fresh Culinary Chapter With New Executive Chef Benjamin Halat
The appointment of Chef Benjamin Halat as new Executive Chef from May 1, 2026 heralds a new culinary chapter at Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay.
The Secret to the Gua Sha Glow? The Perfect Oil
As gua sha enjoys a major resurgence in the beauty world, The Hayo’u Method continues to lead the way with expertly formulated oils designed to support this ancient ritual. Alongside its bestselling Beauty Face Oil, the brand has relaunched its Body Oil, the only oil specifically created for body gua sha.
Sashwa - River of Stars Announces New Signature Retreats & Festive Family Weeks
Sashwa River of Stars, a nature-led wellbeing retreat in South Africa’s Greater Kruger, has announced three new signature retreats and a series of special family-focused weeks.
A Journey Inward: Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan Launches Transformative Silent Retreat Led by Resident Healers
Available from 23 May 2026, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan invites guests to return to stillness with a transformative Silent Retreat set within Bali’s revered Ayung River valley.
Nicolas Laufrais Appointed Senior Director of Commercial for Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay and Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan
Nicolas Laufrais has been appointed Senior Director of Commercial, overseeing Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay and Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan.
Volcanoes Safaris Partnership Trust Trainee Update
The Volcanoes Safaris Partnership Trust (VSPT) is delighted to share an update on its trainees and field staff.
Nostos Retreat Launches at Broughton SanctuaryFive Day Immersion into Meaning, Myth and Modern Spirituality
A new immersive retreat, Nostos, will take place from 15–20 November 2026 at Broughton Sanctuary. Through philosophy and psychology, the retreat offers a fresh approach to spirituality rooted in ancient Western philosophy and reimagined for the modern world.
A Modern Odyssey: Euphoria Retreat Announces June Dates for Transformational 'Odysseus Journey'
Coinciding with this summer’s cinematic revival of Homer’s The Odyssey, Euphoria Retreat has announced new dates for its immersive Odysseus Journey, taking place 2–7 June 2026, with a further group date to be announced for later in the year.
Heart of The Earth Spa at Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai Announces The Return of Its Inner Peace & Wisdom Wellness Retreat
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai will welcome back the Inner Peace & Wisdom Retreat from 7 August to 9 August 2026, presenting a three-day wellness immersion at the award-winning Heart of the Earth Spa.
Inside the Alpine Table: How Food Is Shaping the Modern Chalet Experience with MBM Chalets
“Where to dine?” remains one of the most common questions when planning a chalet stay in the Alps, but the answer is more nuanced than ever. Guests today can move seamlessly between iconic local restaurants, relaxed après-ski spreads and fully tailored dining experiences at home. At MBM Chalets, that flexibility is part of the appeal.
Amplifying Human Connection Through Technology: Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur Introduces AI-Enhanced Experiences for Meetings, Events and Weddings
Leading Malaysian hospitality sector’s foray into the future, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur unveils a suite of AI technologies to elevate meetings, events and weddings in the country’s vibrant capital.
Sweet Bee Organics Appoints Nutritional Therapist Cara Shaw to Champion a New Era of Results-Driven Natural Health
Sweet Bee Organics announces the appointment of registered nutritional therapist Cara Shaw as its in-house nutritionist and health expert.
Volcanoes Safaris Partnership Trust launches Chimpanzee Monitoring Project in partnership with Uganda Wildlife Authority at Kyambura Gorge, Uganda
Volcanoes Safaris Partnership Trust (VSPT) announces the launch of the Kyambura Chimpanzee Monitoring Project, based at the VSPT Research Centre, Kyambura Gorge Lodge, in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda. In partnership with the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), the project will establish the first permanent, science-based monitoring programme for the isolated group of chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge.
Introducing The Catching Force
As conversations about mental health grow louder, a new book asks whether the West’s approach to recovery is too cerebral. The Catching Force by Cosima Somerset explores a uniquely holistic model that views addiction, depression and physical pain as deeply interconnected.
Euphoria Retreat Positions Itself at the Forefront of Greece's Longevity Movement with Second Annual Wellbeing Festival (19-28 June 2026)
Building on the success of its inaugural edition in 2025, Euphoria Retreat’s ten-day Wellbeing Festival returns from 19-28 June 2026 with an expanded and more immersive vision, rooted in Macrozoe - the Greek philosophy of living well, fully, and with purpose.
The Secret to the Gua Sha Glow? The Perfect Face Oil
As Gua Sha enjoys a major resurgence in the beauty world, The Hayo’u Method Beauty Face Oil (£42.00 30ml) is leading the way with a formula specifically developed to support this ancient practice.
Beyond Sleepmaxxing: Sweet Bee Organics Introduces Limited Edition ‘Sweet Sleep Magnesium Butter – Soft Spring’
As spring brings longer days, increased stimulation and a renewed sense of momentum, Sweet Bee Organics introduces Sweet Sleep Magnesium Butter - Soft Spring, a limited-edition blend designed to help the body recalibrate and return to calm.
Samurai Philosophy in Practice: The Zen Samurai Retreat Returns to Broughton Sanctuary in Yorkshire (18-21 June 2026)
With the British Museum’s recent Samurai exhibition shining a light on Japan’s heritage and philosophy, Broughton Sanctuary in the Yorkshire Dales is bringing back the Zen Samurai Retreat across two dates this year, offering the opportunity to experience samurai principles in practice.