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Pinpoints Spa Industry Trends |
LEXINGTON, Ky. � February 2007 - Spa is a household word. Spas in North
America are a leading leisure industry, with nearly 14,000 facilities generating
$9.7 billion in annual revenue. As the authoritative voice of the spa industry,
the International SPA Association researches the overall industry and those
who go to spas, as well as the trends that are becoming expectations for
consumers.
�Similar to restaurants, hotels and fitness centers, spas play a significant role in today�s culture,� said ISPA President Lynne Walker McNees. �One in four American adults have been to a spa and know what they want from a quality spa experience. The trends are being driven by educated spa-goers who actually see them as expectations.� Through its vast network of research on the consumer and industry, ISPA pinpoints the following spa industry trends: � Spa is a Lifestyle - ISPA�s research shows that more than 2 million spa-goers took part in lifestyle classes in 2005. Specific examples of lifestyle offerings include healthy cooking classes, seminars on achieving balance and managing stress and treatments that allow guests to customize their own at-home spa experience. As more people embrace the spa experience, the concept is increasingly being linked to lifestyle decisions based on health and wellness. With issues including obesity, stress and environmental toxins being serious concerns, many spas are incorporating lifestyle elements, including fitness, diet and overall health into the traditional treatment-based spa concept.A Few More Notable Items�
The following ISPA studies were used to compile the key industry trends:
ISPA is recognized worldwide as the leading professional organization and voice of the spa industry. Founded in 1991, ISPA�s membership is comprised of more than 2,700 health and wellness facilities and providers from 75 countries. ISPA advances the spa industry by providing invaluable educational and networking opportunities, promoting the value of the spa experience and speaking as the authoritative voice to foster professionalism and growth. Additional information is available on www.experienceispa.com. |
Contact:
Debra Locker
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Also See: | When Deciding Where to Stay, One Question May Determine the Choice. Does It Have a Spa? / September 2006 |
How Hotel Spas Make a Difference / Gary Henkin / Global Hospitality Advisor / October 2006 | |
How Spas Can Increase Revenue by Tapping the Male Market / Richard Warnick / July 2006 | |
Hotel Spas - The New Recreational Vehicle For Hotel Profits/ Andrea Foster and Robert Mandelbaum / October 2005 |