Leading Spas Launches New Website

Leading Spas, the global evaluation and accreditation program for luxury spas, has launched a new website that offers a comprehensive platform for researching, exploring and booking appointments –as well as stays- at spas around the world.

Built as a companion to the annual printed Leading Spas Directory, http://www.lhwspas.com/ boasts several supplementary benefits for today’s traveler. With improved navigation and a cohesive design, visitors can now easily browse the 108 Leading Spas, which can be identified by location, type and setting.

Additionally, the enhanced experience allows visitors to more efficiently discover and book exclusive offers. A section called “Spa Life” includes a Spapedia (a glossary of spa terms), tips on spa etiquette, news on hot treatment trends and announcements regarding the latest Leading Spa inductees.

Leading Spas also recently developed and launched SpaLinx, an online booking tool that enables guests to review specific treatment descriptions and make appointments prior to arriving at their chosen Leading Spa. This technology is currently engaged by 60 Leading Spas.

Launched in late 2004, Leading Spas is the brainchild of The Leading Hotels of the World. In order to qualify, hotel and resort spas must reside within a Leading Hotel and undergo an anonymous inspection of all aspects of its spa facilities.

Leading Spas has recently expanded membership opportunities to include free-standing, city-center day spas in key destinations around the world, of which there currently are four members.