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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.
Inside Indigo 8. In Conversation with Milla Lascelles
Meet Milla
Milla Lascelles is, at her core, a natural connector. She began her career organising high-end events for private clients around the world, later working closely with Martha Lane-Fox and as part of You Need a PA, building a sharp instinct for people and how to bring them together. Her path then shifted into wellbeing, training with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and working as a health and lifestyle practitioner at Bamford Haybarn Spa, before hosting corporate workshops for Harrods and WeWork, consulting for OKA, and leading yoga and wellbeing stays in the UK and Morocco. Now part of Indigo8, she brings a rare mix of experience, intuition and warmth, with a genuine ability to connect people and ideas in a way that feels both thoughtful and effortless.
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.
Daios Cove Elevates the Beach Holiday With Goal-Oriented Wellbeing & Immersive Cretan Experiences
Luxury Cretan resort Daios Cove - now open for the 2026 season - is transforming the traditional beach holiday into an experience-led escape.
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.
Inside Indigo 8. In Conversation with Jo Yasui
Meet Jo Yasui
Jo brings a considered, culturally informed perspective to travel storytelling. With two MAs in Art Business and Digital Asset Management, she understands the responsibility that comes with sharing places, heritage and conservation stories. At Indigo 8, she works with clients who place culture, sustainability and community at the centre of what they do, ensuring their values are communicated with clarity and integrity.
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.
Astronauts come together in London for Sea & Space this Earth Day
On Earth Day 2026, Wednesday 22 April, one of London’s most iconic landmarks will become the canvas for one of the most urgent stories of our time. The Piccadilly Lights screen will be taken over by Sea & Space 2026.
Inside Indigo8. In Conversation with Kath Kay
Meet Kath Kay
Kath combines decades of travel experience with a thoughtful approach to responsible tourism. From wildlife encounters that have reshaped her perspective to practical, grounded travel advice, she brings both honesty and depth to her work. At Indigo 8, she champions stories that inspire better choices while protecting the magic that makes travel meaningful.
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.