Get in shape for the summer with health and fitness retreats from The Healthy Holiday Company

Press release:  London 12 April 2012

It may be hard to imagine now – but hopefully it won’t be long before the summer wardrobes and bikinis will be making an appearance. This spring The Healthy Holiday Company is offering a series of holidays across southern France and Spain to help you look and feel your best in time for the summer season. The retreats include in:spa detox retreats, more fitness weeks orientated breaks with fitscape, and Eastern-inspired zen and tranquillity with destination yoga.

Challenge yourself on an intense health week in southern Spain

A stunning boutique hotel just 20 minutes from the coast near Sotogrande is the setting for this ‘intense’ retreat, a step up from the classic in:spa package for those looking for a more demanding experience and physical challenge. Supported by the in:spa team of experts, participants will enjoy the same delicious and nutritious cuisine, yoga and group exercises and hikes through the surrounding countryside, simply on a more intense level.  Whether seeking improved fitness, weight loss, or a heightened sense of overall wellbeing, participants on this retreat will find themselves challenged, stimulated and ultimately revitalised.

Dates: 2^nd – 9^th May 2012 plus dates in July, August and September (and elsewhere throughout the year)

Price: From 2,295 per person for seven nights including accommodation with all meals, transfers, group activities, one to one nutritional consultation, personal training session and two massages. Based on two sharing and excluding flights.

Go to www.inspa.co.uk or call 0845 458 0723.

Kick-start a summer fitness programme at your own French chateau

Just a short drive from the glamour of the Cote d’Azur, this luxury chateau set within 200 hectares is the magnificent venue for a week of fitness in the hands of fitscape’s team of experts.  Packed full of options to suit all participants, the experts create personalised fitness programmes including one-to-one training, hikes, mountain biking, running, cardio and strength circuits, boxercise and sports-specific training.  Delicious, healthy cuisine, a high level of personal care and exquisite accommodation make this a fitness holiday with a difference – an added dose of luxury!

Dates: 2^nd – 9^th May 2012 (further dates throughout the summer in Spain and Italy)

Prices: From £1,495 per person for seven nights including accommodation with all meals, transfers, group activities, one to one fitness consultation, personal training session and constant access to fitness experts. Based on two sharing and excluding flights.

Go to www.fitscape.co.uk or call 0845 458 0723

Find inner peace where south East Asia meets southern Spain

New to the destination yoga programme for 2012, Shanti Som is a luxury Balinese style boutique hotel in Andalucía, a beautiful slice of south East Asia in the hills just north of Marbella.  With elegantly designed accommodation and a liberal sprinkling of giant Buddhas, this is the perfect tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Complimented by nutritious cuisine, the destination yoga retreats include morning and evening classes as well as opportunities to walk in the beautiful countryside, enjoy massage treatments or simply relax by the pool. Led by Emma Henry, an expert Jivamukti yoga teacher, classes are uplifting and nurturing with an inspirational soundtrack and plenty of laughter.

Dates:  4^th – 11^th May 2012 and future retreats throughout the year in Spain, France, Greece and Italy

Prices:  From £995 for seven nights including accommodation with all meals (brunch and dinner daily), transfers and a full yoga programme. Based on two sharing and excluding flights.

Go to www.destinationyoga.co.uk or call 0845 458 0723

Press release:  16 August 2011, London

Pre-empt the Indulgences of the Festive Season with a Healthy Fitscape Ski Holiday

7 night fitscape ski holidays in the Italian Dolomites from £1,895 per person

Fitscape will be offering two exclusive ski holidays in the gorgeous Italian Dolomites for the upcoming ski season.  These are the perfect getaways for those who want both a fitness holiday and a magical ski holiday in a spectacular setting.  The first ski week from 11-18 December 2011 is the perfect way to pre-empt the temptations of the many upcoming Christmas and New Year’s parties and festivities; otherwise a second fitscape ski holiday will be available from 24-31 March 2012 to ensure that New Year’s resolutions are kept.

Guests will stay at the luxurious Rosa Alpina, a beautiful Relais & Chateaux family run hotel in the charming village of San Cassiano, where they will have one of the world’s greatest ski areas at their gloved fingertips.  The Dolomiti Superski consists of 12 valleys, 460 lifts and 760 picturesque miles of ski runs, which are all are accessible under one ski pass.  Fitscape has a team of expert ski instructors and guides who will provide six full days of guided skiing for fitscape guests in small groups – catering for all levels, except complete beginners. Individual lessons for beginners or those wanting to improve their technique can be organised at an additional cost. This is the perfect opportunity for singles, couples or friends to enjoy a holiday with other fitness and ski enthusiasts.

During the two fitscape ski holidays, Rosa Alpina will be exclusively reserved for the enjoyment of fitscape guests.  Every morning will begin with stretching classes, then after a full day of skiing, guests can benefit from post-ski stretching classes and enjoy afternoon tea at Rosa Alpina, whose roaring fires, exceptional service and sumptuously spacious accommodations make it the perfect haven after a day on the slopes.  Afternoon yoga classes and fitness training sessions are available, and guests may also relax in the award-winning spa’s sauna, steam room, hot tub and swimming pool.  As with all fitscape holidays, delectably healthy cuisine will be on offer for breakfast and dinner.

Fitscape ski holidays cost from £1,895 per person including 7 nights accommodation, 6 full days of guided skiing by expert guides, transfers from recommended flights, breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner, stretching classes, fitness training sessions and yoga classes.  Recommended flights will be to Innsbruck airport. For further information visit www.fitscape.co.uk or call 0845 458 0723.

For further press information please contact Tanya Ansaldi at Ann Scott Associates.

Telephone: 0207 823 9988  Email: tanya@annscott.co.uk

Press release: 24 May 2011, London, UK

destination yoga offers special summer rates for exclusive puglia holidays

Save up to £200 per person as holidays in Puglia now begin from only £825 for an all-inclusive week.

destination yoga has made finding serenity and wellness this summer more accessible by reducing their all-inclusive rates for summer holidays in Puglia, saving up to £200 per person. The breathtaking scenery and special energy of this unique location makes it the perfect place to rediscover oneself and enjoy a week of yoga and relaxation.

destination yoga retreats are created to suit all experience levels including beginners, as world-class instructors provide expert guidance and individual attention in relatively small and intimate class settings. Yoga classes are offered twice daily, in the morning and late afternoon, and last 90 to 120 minutes each.  Guests will also find tranquillity whether taking a stroll through the gardens or nearby forests, sunbathing by the pool or enjoying a pampering massage.  Once recharged, guests may also choose to explore the local villages and countryside.

The 9 bedroom property is located on a 15 hectare property situated on a small hill in the heart of the Itria Valley. The lovely rural landscape is dotted with beautiful olive trees and vineyards, which are divided by charming stone walls. The main building is a 16th century masseria (farmhouse) that has been elegantly restored in typical, old Apulian style with many authentic features still in place. Scrumptious vegetarian breakfasts, lunches and dinners are served buffet style with a wide range of teas, as well as fresh coffee, and fruit and nuts are always available. Yoga is complimented by the incredible atmosphere of this peaceful destination, as well as the delectably healthy and nourishing dining opportunities.

destination yoga holidays in Puglia are available as follows:  16 – 23 July, 23 – 30 July, 30 July – 6 August, 6 -13 August and 17-24 September.

destination yoga holidays in Puglia cost from £825 per person including accommodation for seven nights, local transfers from recommended flights, all yoga classes and all meals. For further information visit www.destinationyoga.co.uk or call 0845 458 0723.

For press information contact Tanya at Ann Scott Associates: Telephone: 0207 823 9988 / Email: Tanya@annscott.co.uk

Note to Editors: Destination Yoga forms part of The Healthy Holiday Company, whose other brands include in:spa www.inspa.co.uk and fitscape www.fitscape.co.uk.

Press release: 12 May 2011, London, UK

For those who want to ensure they look and feel their best this summer, fitscape offers weeklong luxury fitness holidays where guests will challenge themselves physically while staying in gorgeous venues in beautiful European destinations including Southern Spain, the South of France and the Italian Dolomites.

Each retreat includes world-class personal trainers that creatively push guests to reach their individual fitness goals, as well as a dedicated chef to create delicious and very healthy meals. This is not a bootcamp – fitscape is a high energy, motivational getaway that is designed to leave guests feeling revitalized with a positive outlook, as well as to provide them with the tools necessary to continue with a healthy lifestyle when they return home to their everyday routine.

fitscape holidays are available on the following dates for 2011;

25 June – 2 July, 23-30 July, 9 – 16 August, 3-10 September, 5-12 October, 9-16 November, 11-18 December and 28 December – 3 January. Please note 11-18 December is a fitscape ski retreat.

fitscape holidays cost from £1,495 per person including accommodation for 7 nights, transfers for recommended flights, all meals and drinks and  physical fitness activities. Flights are not included.

For further information please call 0845 458 0723 or visit www.fitscape.co.uk.

For further press information please contact:

Tanya at Ann Scott Associates – Telephone: 0207 823 9988 / Email: tanya@annscott.co.uk

Note to Editors: The Healthy Holiday Company brands include: in:spa www.inspa.co.uk, Fitscape www.fitscape.co.uk and Destination Yoga www.destinationyoga.co.uk.

Press release: 4 March 2011, London, UK

fitscape ski launches this month in the Italian Dolomites

Make sure 2011 is a year of health and wellness with an exclusive 7 night fitscape ski holiday in the Italian Dolomites from £1695 per person.

fitscape is once again creating new ways to enjoy fitness by launching ski retreats in the gorgeous Italian Dolomites for the 2011 ski season.  This is the perfect getaway for those who want both a wellness retreat and a magical ski holiday in a spectacular setting.

Guests will stay at the luxurious Rosa Alpina, a beautiful Relais & Chateaux family run hotel in the charming village of San Cassiano, where they will have one of the world’s greatest ski areas at their gloved fingertips.  The Dolomiti Superski consists of 12 valleys, 460 lifts and 760 picturesque miles of ski runs, which are all are accessible under one ski pass.  With fitscape’s highly experienced ski instructors and guides on hand, guests of all fitness and experience levels will be able to enjoy this incredible skiing.

During the two fitscape ski retreats, Rosa Alpina will be exclusively reserved for the enjoyment of fitscape guests.  After a full day of skiing, guests can benefit from post-ski stretching classes and enjoy afternoon tea at Rosa Alpina, whose roaring fires, exceptional service and sumptuously spacious accommodations make it the perfect haven after a day on the slopes.  Afternoon yoga classes and fitness training sessions are available, and guests may also relax in the award-winning spa’s sauna, steam room, hot tub and swimming pool.  As with all fitscape holidays, delectably healthy cuisine will be on offer for breakfast and dinner.

fitscape will be hosting one exclusive ski retreat on 27 March – 3 April.

The retreat costs from £1695 per person including 7 nights accommodation, transfers from recommended flights, breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner, stretching classes, fitness training sessions and yoga classes.  Recommended flights will be to Innsbruck airport. For bookings call 0845 458 0723.

For further press information please contact: Tanya at Ann Scott Associates – Telephone: 0207 823 9988 / Email: tanya@annscott.co.uk

Note to Editors: The Healthy Holiday Company brands include:  in:spa,  fitscape and destination yoga

Press release: 10 December, London UK

Complimentary Flights AND £250 Off January Retreat

Make sure 2011 is a year of health and wellness with a 7 night in:spa retreat in Southern Spain from 12-19 January!

Those who book this retreat for 2011 before 30 December 2010 will save £250 off the package rate and complimentary flights – saving up to £450 per person.

in:spa offers healthy holiday experiences that are totally unique, at a selection of exclusive handpicked venues in some of the world’s most inspiring locations. An in:spa holiday transforms physical and mental wellbeing – the perfect combination of hiking, personal training, yoga, massage, a cleansing diet and nutritional advice in beautiful, comfortable, harmonious surroundings.

The expert team of in:spa massage therapists, nutritionists, chefs, yoga teachers and personal trainers ensure maximum benefits for every guest, such as weight-loss, improved fitness, greater flexibility, stress relief and a heightened sense of wellbeing.

The retreats normally cost from £1,885 (from £1,635 with this special offer for January retreat) per person including 7 nights accommodation, transfers, all meals and drinks, daily physical activities, a one on one nutrition consultation, a one on one personal training session, daily yoga classes and two restorative massages.  Recommended flights for 12-19 January retreat booked prior to 30 December 2010 will be complimentary (up to £200 per person).

For further information visit www.inspa.co.uk or call 0845 458 0723

For press information call Katerina or Tanya at Ann Scott Associates on 0207 823 9988 or email katerina@annscott.co.uk / tanya@annscott.co.uk

Note to Editors: The Healthy Holiday Company brands include: in:spa www.inspa.co.uk, Fitscape www.fitscape.co.uk and Destination Yoga www.destinationyoga.co.uk

Press Release: 3 December, London UK

Complimentary flights for 2011 fitscape ski holidays on bookings made this year

Save up to £200 per person!

Make sure 2011 is a year of health and wellness with an exclusive 7 night fitscape ski holiday in the Italian Dolomites from £1695 per person.

Those who book their holiday for 2011 before 30 December 2010 will have their flights included.

These are the perfect getaways for those who want both a wellness retreat and a magical ski holiday in a spectacular setting. Guests will stay at the luxurious Rosa Alpina, a beautiful Relais & Chateaux family run hotel in the charming village of San Cassiano, where they will have one of the world’s greatest ski areas at their gloved fingertips.  The Dolomiti Superski consists of 12 valleys, 460 lifts and 760 picturesque miles of ski runs, which are all are accessible under one ski pass.  With fitscape’s highly experienced team, guests of all fitness and experience levels will be able to enjoy this incredible skiing.

fitscape will be hosting two exclusive ski retreats: 27 March – 3 April and 3 – 10 April. The retreats cost from £1695 per person including 7 nights accommodation, transfers from recommended flights, breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner, skiing with fitscape ski leaders, stretching classes, fitness training sessions and yoga classes. Recommended flights will be to Innsbruck airport. Recommended flights for 2011 retreats booked prior to 30 December 2010 will be complimentary.

For further information visit www.fitscape.co.uk or call 0845 458 0723

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For further press information please contact: Katerina or Tanya at Ann Scott Associates – Telephone: 0207 823 9988    Email: katerina@annscott.co.uk / tanya@annscott.co.uk

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Note to Editors: The Healthy Holiday Company brands include: in:spa www.inspa.co.uk, Fitscape www.fitscape.co.uk and Destination Yoga www.destinationyoga.co.uk

Press Release: 29 November, London UK

Exclusive ski and fitness holidays in 2011, from £1,695 per person

fitscape is once again creating new ways to enjoy fitness by launching ski retreats in the gorgeous Italian Dolomites for the 2011 ski season.  These are the perfect getaways for those who want both a wellness retreat and a magical ski holiday in a spectacular setting.

Guests will stay at the luxurious Rosa Alpina, a beautiful Relais & Chateaux family run hotel in the charming village of San Cassiano, where they will have one of the world’s greatest ski areas at their gloved fingertips.  The Dolomiti Superski consists of 12 valleys, 460 lifts and 760 picturesque miles of ski runs, which are all are accessible under one ski pass.  With fitscape’s highly experienced ski instructors and guides on hand, guests of all fitness and experience levels will be able to enjoy this incredible skiing.

During the two fitscape ski retreats, Rosa Alpina will be exclusively reserved for the enjoyment of fitscape guests.  After a full day of skiing, guests can benefit from post-ski stretching classes and enjoy afternoon tea at Rosa Alpina, whose roaring fires, exceptional service and sumptuously spacious accommodations make it the perfect haven after a day on the slopes.  Afternoon yoga classes and fitness training sessions are available, and guests may also relax in the award-winning spa’s sauna, steam room, hot tub and swimming pool.  As with all fitscape holidays, delectably healthy cuisine will be on offer for breakfast and dinner

fitscape will be hosting two exclusive ski retreats: 27 March – 3 April and 3 – 10 April

The retreats cost from £1,695 per person including 7 nights accommodation, transfers from recommended flights, breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner, guided skiing with fitscape ski leaders, stretching classes, fitness training sessions and yoga classes.  Recommended flights will be to Innsbruck airport.

For further information visit www.fitscape.co.uk or call 0845 458 0723

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For further press information please contact: Katerina or Tanya at Ann Scott Associates – Telephone: 0207 823 9988  Email: katerina@annscott.co.uk / tanya@annscott.co.uk

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Note to Editors: The Healthy Holiday Company brands include: in:spa www.inspa.co.uk, Fitscape www.fitscape.co.uk and Destination Yoga www.destinationyoga.co.uk

Press release: 29 November, London UK

Retreats begin January 2011, from £1995 per person

in:spa is adding another stunning new location to its portfolio of health retreat venues for 2011, in the rolling hills nearly Gaucin in Southern Spain. Set in this peaceful unspoilt countryside, in:spa has found a perfect location at a meticulously converted 18th century monastery.

The beautiful monastery offers stylish and spacious accommodation with period features that combine with 21st century comforts. In the carefully maintained gardens and set amongst olive trees, the enormous swimming pool is the perfect place for guests to take a refreshing dip or simply relax and soak up the sunshine. The courtyard gardens and terraces are a perfect spot for al fresco dining, with chefs specialising in fresh, healthy and delicious cuisine. Inside there is a large sitting room and further dining space for cooler evenings outside the summer season.

The new retreat location offers endless hiking and mountain biking opportunities with stunning scenery and warm sunshine amongst the classic aromas of the Spanish hills. Guests will enjoy an expert team of in:spa specialists on hand including yoga teachers, massage therapists, nutritionists, chefs and personal trainers to ensure maximum benefits to kick start their health and fitness plans.

in:spa will be hosting their first retreat to Southern Spain from 12 – 19 January 2011

Additional dates in 2011 will be 6 – 13 April, 4 – 11 May, 19 – 26 June, 13 – 20 July, 17- 24 August, 14 – 21 September, 12 – 19 October

The retreats cost from £1,995 per person including 7 nights accommodation, transfers, all meals and drinks, daily physical activities, a one on one nutrition consultation, a one on one personal training session, daily yoga classes and two restorative massages. Recommended flights will be to Malaga airports.

For further information visit www.inspa.co.uk or call 0845 458 0723

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For further press information please contact:
Katerina or Tanya at Ann Scott Associates – Telephone: 0207 823 9988 Email: katerina@annscott.co.uk / tanya@annscott.co.uk
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Note to Editors: The Healthy Holiday Company brands include: in:spa www.inspa.co.uk, Fitscape www.fitscape.co.uk and Destination Yoga www.destinationyoga.co.uk