We invite you to an event with a difference, where we combine presentations by spa, wellness, balneo specialists with multisensory spa experiences.
On 29 May 2014 despreSpa.ro organizes the first annual conference of the Romanian Spa market.
10 years later, on 14-16 May 2024, we will meet again at the Spa Romania Conference - dedicated to the most important players in the industry, the leaders who make the difference and bring Spa and wellness experiences to the level of art.
Because art means fine feelings and sensations, which touch our mind and soul, we have chosen as location Balvanyos Resort, an emblem for the Spa and at the same time, a hub of meetings and camps for Romanian artists.
12:30 – 13:15 - Lunch (optional) - Rstaurant GastroLab
13:30 – 15:00 - Visiting Balvanyos Resort (meeting point Hotel Reception)
15:00 – 15:50 Opening Spa Romania Conference
15:50 – 17:00 - Panel: SPA for children - between opportunity and imbalance
17:00 – 17:30 – Check-In Balvanyos Resort
17:45 – 19:15 - Spa Time: Spa Circuit, Ritual Aufguss, Ritual Rhassoul - details: SPA ROMANIA 2024 Conference Program - Google Docs
20:00 - Dinner
8:00 - Smoothie Time
8:05 – 8:20 – Love Lives Here - Hatha Yoga, standing poses among the fir trees
8:00 – 9:30 - Breakfast
9:30 – 9:55 - Welcome coffee
10:00 – 10:45 - Debate: Spa Hotel or Spa Hotel?
10:45 – 11:00 – Spa & Wellness Solutions
11:05 – 11:25 - Preventing conflict in teams
12:00 – 12:20 - New projects for the Romanian Spa Market
12:50 – 13:10 – Thai massage, clinical studies. Cost-effectiveness of having this therapy on the SPA menu
13:15 – 14:15 – Spa industry between tradition and innovation, from West to East
14:25 – 15:30 – Lunch - Forest restaurant
15:50 – 16:50 - Wellness Time - 5 workshop options - details here
17:30 – 19:00 - Spa Time: Spa Circuit, Ritual Aufguss, Ritual Rhassoul - details here
20:00 - Festive Dinner & Spa Romania Awards Gala by despreSpa & Party Time - GRUND Hall
8:00- 9:15 - Breakfast
9:30 – 11:00 - Sulphurous Cave Excursion
11:00 – 11:30 – Programme launch: Experience exchange Spa Manager + Head Therapist and/or Head Receptionist
12:00 - Check out / continue stay Balvanyos Resort
SPA is about Relaxation, Peace and Balance. But how do we maintain this standard when we have children in the Spa? Or should we classify the Spa as Adults Only?
At the Spa Conference we will debate this topic, find out the advantages and disadvantages of having the younger generation in the Spa, understand the opportunities and risks involved.
Moderator: Loredana Chis
What's it gonna be?
Running a hotel where guests come specifically for spa and wellness activities?
Or a hotel where the spa is not the main reason guests choose the location?
Join the four hotel managers in the debate to identify which of the two options is more profitable and under what conditions?
How the Spa adapts to the demands of modern society: to the new trends in both prevention and cure, to the search for happiness and well-being, either through mental relaxation and pain reduction, or through the search for meaning in life, motivation, challenge and personal development.
Moderator: Iuliana Tasie
For the 2nd year in a row, we are offering awards celebrating the evolution of the Romanian spa market.
The evening menu offers tasty dishes, carefully chosen and prepared by the Balvanyos Resort team.
The trophy is created by the Romanian sculptor Ovidiu Toader: a work of art, worthy of the efforts of the people who create and deliver transformative Spa experiences every day.
Event outfit: Black Tie
We reward spas that make a difference and succeed in bringing spa and wellness experiences to the level of art - with a trophy as a work of art - created by Ovidiu Toader, Romanian artist, sculptor.
There will be 15 prize categories.
In 14 of them, the winners will be chosen by the jury members: specialists with extensive international Spa experience.
All types of spa, wellness and spa centres can apply.
For the 14 prize categories, the price is EUR 150 + VAT / category / sub-category.
In each category you will have to fill in an Application form and submit material such as photos and videos.
There is one category which is FREE and for which only the public vote will count, the jury is not involved: BEST SPA EXPERIENCE
All categories of spa, wellness and spa centres are invited to participate for FREE.
The winner will be chosen by public vote - on the Spa Center page of despreSpa.ro
Voting period: 1 February - 15 March
In this category, spas that offer professionally managed services to consumers in line with modern wellness & wellbeing trends are invited to enter the competition. Guests visit the spa only for these services, for a limited time - maximum one full day - without these spas also offering accommodation. Services for relaxation, maintenance, physical, emotional and mental development result in improved quality of life, preservation of health and longevity. Day Spas can fall into the following sub-categories, depending on the major share of the type of Spa & Wellness services/facilities offered:
Spas that offer medical services recommended by a Doctor of Medicine with different specialties, including Dr. in holistic medicine (Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, etc.), and other services in the area of wellness & wellbeing. Medical day spas can fall under the following sub-categories, depending on the major share of the type of services/facilities offered:
The health, wellness & wellbeing facilities and programs developed in such a Hotel / Resort, transforms that location into a Spa destination in the eyes of consumers. The spa is the main reason for the stay of most of the guests staying. Depending on the major weight of the type of services, you are invited to apply to the following sub-categories:
Hotels/ Resorts that have Spa facilities and offer services with benefits for body, mind and spirit enter this competition. Guests are invited to spend quality time, relax, rejuvenate, meditate, enjoy. The spa is an additional attraction, which should bring in additional revenue. The main purpose of the stay is not necessarily the Spa, not all guests staying at the Spa choose to enter the Spa. They can also accommodate non-holiday visitors.
All Spas are invited to compete that stand out for their innovation and originality through design, architecture, equipment, technology, eco-friendly facilities, atmosphere, products and services integrated with nature.
We reward treatments that bring elements of novelty that strengthen and shape recognised health & wellness concepts
We reward signature rituals that include carefully selected treatments (e.g. exfoliation, wrapping, massage, facial) and that, in a complementary way, will contribute to shaping a perfect sensory experience for the guest. Notes of originality will be highlighted.
We award the photo that best captures the spa experience of deep relaxation and regeneration, that captures the viewer's attention and remains in their memory and soul.
Bathing resorts, mountain resorts, seaside resorts, other resorts of national interest can apply
Spas that have a good balance between aesthetic and functional design and, as a result, offer truly regenerating and relaxing experiences for guests are invited to participate.
Programmes that include both services and activities for relaxation, maintenance, physical, emotional and mental development and that develop users' healthy lifestyle habits are eligible to apply. In the Spa section - all categories of spas can enter In the Companies and Corporations section - all categories of companies offering corporate wellness programmes can register. In the case of Day Spas, firms and corporations, the programmes must run repeatedly for at least 1 month. In the case of Spas that also offer accommodation, these Programmes must include daily services and activities for guests, check-in and check-out days may be excluded. A healthy option menu is also mandatory.
Spa Managers with a minimum of 1 year experience in the position of Spa Manager and who are distinguished by leadership qualities are invited to apply.
We award the supplier with the most complete and qualitative offer for building or equipping spas.
Manufacturers, distributors or spas using the product can apply. We award the cosmetic spa product that stands out for quality, originality, clean labels, effectiveness and innovation. Which proposes treatment protocols for both face and body that touch all the senses. Which has all the solutions for the most common needs of today's spa consumer.
Consultancy and engineering company specialising in delivering integrated solutions for small and medium power cogeneration to increase the profitability of the economy and sustainable development.
The mission of VALEG Creative Solutions is to provide its customers with competitive and environmentally friendly solutions that bring savings, operational safety and better living for the people of Romania.
These solutions generate savings of between 25 - 35% on electricity and heat bills depending on local fuel and electricity costs // payback is achieved in 2.5 - 4 years after installation).
Farmec is the largest cosmetics manufacturer in Romania and one of the largest in South-East Europe.
For over 130 years, Farmec has been representing the local cosmetics industry, impressing the world with a multi-brand portfolio containing effective products designed in high-performance laboratories.
The Farmec portfolio includes: skin, body and hair care products; make-up products; oral hygiene products; sun protection products; professional cosmetics; men's products; home care solutions. The most popular ranges are Gerovital H3 Evolution, Gerovital Plant, Gerovital Tratament Expert, Aslavital, Doina, Farmec, Triumf and Nufăr.
Each year, Farmec launches and upgrades around 100 products, with a total production capacity of 27 million units. The technologies integrated by Farmec in recent years contribute to the success of cosmetics made in Romania, appreciated both at home and abroad.
Since its industrial beginnings, Borsec has been crowned with the title of "Queen of mineral waters" by Emperor Franz Josef. In 2004, Borsec was awarded the title of "The best mineral water in the world".
Borsec natural mineral water, discovered over 2,000 years ago, is truly one of nature's most generous and valuable riches. Throughout history, Borsec has remained one of the best natural mineral waters in the world, both in terms of quality and curative properties.
Borsec has become a huge Romanian industrial success, a true national value, known and recognized both at home and abroad. There are few brands so old in the world, with such longevity and prestige.
Diversey has been and always will be a pioneer and promoter of life. Diversey's goal is to protect and care for people every day through revolutionary hygiene technologies, infection prevention and cleaning solutions.
Throughout its 100 years of experience, Diversey has developed innovations that have revolutionized cleaning and disinfection processes, offering a customized, customer-focused approach that enables sustainable solutions.
Founded in 1983, Technogym is a global brand and leader in digital fitness, wellness, sports and health products and technologies. Technogym offers a complete ecosystem of connected smart equipment, digital services, on-demand workout experiences and apps that enable every user to access a fully personalized workout experience anytime, anywhere: at home, at the gym, on the go.
With more than 2,500 employees, Technogym is present in over 100 countries. Over 55 million people train with Technogym in 85,000 wellness centres and 400,000 private homes worldwide.
Technogym has been an Official Supplier of the last eight Olympic Games and this year will be a partner of the Paris Olympic Games, a benchmark brand for champions and sports celebrities around the world.
JoySpa is your wellness provider and stands out in the wellness market by offering more than just products. Specialising in fibreglass bathtubs and saunas, JoySpa offers relaxation enthusiasts personalised and complete solutions.
Do you need a hot tub, a sauna or some accessories to enjoy real spa sessions? JoySpa is here for you!
The expert team works closely with each client to ensure that each space is transformed into a spa corner, perfectly tailored to personal needs and desires.
Multisoft is the only software manufacturer in Romania that can deliver, for the HoReCa sector, a 360 degree integrated IT ecosystem with all components, fully developed by MSF.
Their integrated solution can cover both the operational or front office side (PMS solutions, sale of restored, SPA and Treatment Base) and the back office side: management of restored and inventory items, fixed assets, payroll and last but not least and equally important the financial accounting solution (cash, bank, journals, balance sheets, statements, etc.).
All these solutions, besides being integrated, are 100% adapted to Romanian legislation. At the moment Multisoft solution is SAF - T ready, as well as Efactura ready.
Multisoft is the first manufacturer in Romania to offer its customers a Solon.eFactura application starting April 10, 2022, which fully automatically transmits invoices paid with holiday cards to SPV.
SALESIANER is the market leader in Romania and Austria for the provision and laundering services of textiles for the hotel sector according to the washing and disinfection processes.
Present in 11 European countries, SALESIANER provides complete textile equipment for the hotel and restaurant, spa, medical, industrial and commercial sectors.
SALESIANER's flexible and reliable textile rental and laundry services make it easier for customers to do business, optimise costs and not least create a pleasant and clean atmosphere. The range of textiles on offer includes: bed linen, bath towels, restaurant items, medical items, uniforms, hygiene products, sanitary groups and premium access carpets.
Over 75 years, Sothys represents French excellence in professional treatments for spas and beauty centres worldwide. Choosing Sothys means combining impeccable technology with an outstanding experience for the senses.
The Sothys brand promotes a strong "institute and spa culture" and is the exclusive place for treatment rituals. The unique rituals combine sensoriality, efficiency and a personalised approach to treatment to make every encounter a haven of well-being that nourishes the body and mind ... An art that sets the Sothys brand apart.
5 to go was born in 2015 and reached the threshold 600 open units, making it the largest coffee shop chain in Eastern Europe and the most popular franchise in Romania.
Radu Savopol and Lucian Bădilă are the founders of 5 to go, the ones who brought on the Romanian HoReCa market the innovative concept of a single price for all products sold.
Under the slogan "Smile, there's coffee!", the café chain offers consumers a warm and friendly space where coffee is the star.
The coffee used has an intense, full-bodied, creamy flavor, which is a unique blend created especially for the 5 to go coffee chain.
Because the number 5 is the building block of the brand, the 5 to go team offers customers five main reasons to come back to one of the group's cafes: taste, professionalism, speed, diversity and lifestyle.
The "Wood in Gift" team is made up of skilled craftsmen and artisans with extensive experience in woodworking and traditional and modern processing techniques. Each piece is created with passion and dedication, focusing on the natural beauty of wood and durability.
The range of products offered by "Wood in Gift" is varied, including soulful gifts, indoor and outdoor pieces, hospitality products (menus, decorations, room accessories) home accessories, decorative objects and even custom constructions. Each item is made with the highest quality materials and in an eco-friendly way, respecting the principles of sustainability and environmental protection.
In addition, we place a special emphasis on the relationship with our customers, offering personalized service and advice in choosing the right products for the needs and tastes of each customer.
With Wellsystem Hydrojet, Dayon LightSpa and Dayon HydroSpa the renowned German manufacturer JK
completes the wellness sector with first-class spa experiences.
Suitable for spas, fitness or wellness centres, beauty or rehabilitation clinics, our devices are a modern and effective solution for relaxation, physical therapy and rejuvenation.
Ever since it invented the Hydrojet 30 years ago, Wellsystem has been redefining the experience of relaxation and
dry hydromassage therapy, the perfect combination of pressure, heat and movement to reduce
stress, relieve muscle pain and improve circulation.
DAYON LightSpa is a luxury solarium offering the world's first UV-free LED red light application
for the whole body, with revitalising effects of near infrared on skin regeneration and health.
The DAYON HydroSpa is the first sofa ever designed for wellness and relaxation, pampering you
by dry whirlpool and infrared heat.
KAFUNE is a family of superior coffee blends perfected by Italian experts.
Each blend will offer you a different mood, different sensations, different satisfactions, but they all have one thing in common: they are created with passion.
TouchMenu - A set of AI tools to improve hospitality.
TouchMenu is a pioneer in digital hospitality ecosystems.
Its flagship product is Virtual Concierge - an All-In-One web platform that engages hotel guests with a complete set of services, accessible from any mobile or tablet with a single QR code scan.
The revenue generation and guest experience suite interconnects hotel and resort dining, meeting and entertainment facilities, delivering all of the property's services into the palm of your guests' hand.
With a team of industry specialists and a diverse portfolio of equipment, from playgrounds and fitness equipment to sports fields and eco-friendly ice rinks, Waterboyz offers you the most effective solutions.
Liven up your community by creating a new recreational space with Waterboyz: sustainable, fun and safe!
With a passion for health and natural beauty, Trendline Medical offers modern and innovative solutions through unique medical devices and cosmetic products. We are committed to promoting a holistic approach to health and beauty to help you glow from within and feel confident in your skin! 🌟
Discover the latest medical devices on www.trendlinemedical.com and unique cosmetics on www.trendlinecosmetic.com!
INAQ Healthcare Travel is interested in developing health tourism in Romania through 3 strategic partnerships with German Medical Wellness Association, Temos International Healthcare Accreditation and EuropeSpa Med & Wellness.
We will focus on the following directions of health tourism development:
We are interested in developing new projects with German investors in the tourism sector: Day Spa. Hotel Spa, Wellness Spa, Wellness Med Spa, Medical Spa.
We are interested in developing collaboration with Spa Architects, Spa Consultants, Spa Suppliers
Through partnerships with companies in Germany we will manage relationships with German Insurance Companies, German clients/guests.
We are open to develop our relationships in Romania with: resorts, tourist locations, hotel owners, spas, private medical units in Romania, hotels, private rehabilitation clinics, hospitals, resorts.
Day Spas offering therapies based on recognized natural health resources (thermal waters, mineral waters, mophetes, seawater, salt lakes, salt pans, mud baths, etc.), available in spas or resorts of national interest, and other non-invasive medical therapies that are recommended by a Dr. specialized in Recovery, Physical Medicine and Balneology.
Treatments are professionally administered by a medical team.
In this category, SPA Hotels/Resorts are expected to compete whose aim is to guide users to develop healthy lifestyle habits. This is achieved through comprehensive programmes of spa services, exercise activities, wellness education, healthy nutrition, etc. to touch all aspects of a healthy lifestyle. They can be focused on: de-stress, detox, fitness, relaxation, weight loss, recovery, spiritual wellness, etc. These locations do not accommodate other groups: business, conferences or external guests visiting the spa for a day or a few hours. They are also adult-only locations.
This category will include programmes that include:
HOTEL SPA - Accommodation at least 3*
RESORT SPA - Accommodation at least 4*