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If you’re not familiar with the term Blue Monday, you may be wondering just what next Monday (23rd January) holds in store. Unfortunately, it’s not a whole load of Smurfs – Blue Monday is in fact so...more >

Join in: Twitter Q&A session with Katy Young

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past week, you’re sure to have had a read of Katy Young’s brilliant Bootcamp Hot List. Giving you the heads up on all the best places to go to get that...more >

Spa of the week: Amida Spa Farnham at David Lloyd

Pssst – planning a getaway? We don’t blame you. Sometimes, Christmas can be so busy that it feels as though you need another holiday just to recover – which is why we’re daydreaming about escaping to...more >

Start the New Year your way

It’s that time of year – all we have to do is switch on the TV or open a magazine and we’re bombarded by instructions on what resolutions we should be making, how much weight we should be losing and...more >

Wahanda puts an end to gift giving jitters

If Secret Santa makes you break out in a sweat, don’t worry – you’re not alone. A recent study by Psychologies Magazine has revealed that an incredible 9 out of 10 women feel anxious about giving...more >

New to Wahanda? We'd love to show you around

Yes, we’re the sort of neighbours who turn up on your doorstep with freshly baked cookies when you first move in. Well, we know it can sometimes take a while to adjust to new things – and we want to...more >

Win a Christmas survival kit and say no to stress

Already feeling a bit flustered by the festive season? With presents to buy, people to cook for and parties to attend, December can seem a bit daunting. Luckily, we know just what you need to help you...more >

Brand new Wahanda TV ads go live

We’re feeling pretty excited at Wahanda HQ this morning. No, it’s not just because it’s Britney’s birthday (although we hope she’s getting nice and pampered) – we’re celebrating the fact that our...more >

The Wahanda gift voucher - now accepted at over 1,000 venues

No matter how good you are at buying gifts, there’s always that tricky someone who you just can’t get right. Whether it’s a relative who seems to already have everything, a friend who is always...more >

Make the most of your money this December

We don’t want to start a mass panic – but unfortunately, for most of us, today is the last pay day before Christmas. If we’re not careful, we risk blowing our budgets on presents and parties – leaving...more >

America's first L'Occitane spa launches in December at Club Med

We can’t think of a better Christmas present for the American wellbeing industry than the opening of the US’s first ever L’Occitane branded spa experience. Due to be launched at Club Med Sandpiper Bay...more >

Coming soon - Wahanda's getting a new look

From detox and fitness programmes to makeup treatments and hair styling, we specialise in makeovers – so we thought it was only fair that we should get one ourselves. Dreading starting your Christmas...more >

New Disney Resort and Spa opens in Hawaii

Pampering fit for a princess. We’ve always wished we could combine our childhood dreams with our adult hankerings for a spa break – so we were over the moon to discover that Walt Disney Parks and...more >

Win over £400 worth of hair and beauty treats

It’s official - for one lucky Wahanda user, Christmas is going to come early this year. Fancy getting your mitts on a hamper of gorgeous goodies from the likes of Nars, Urban Decay, ghd and Pure Fiji?...more >

The winners of the CEW(UK) 2011 Achiever Awards share their beauty secrets

A round of applause, please. Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) UK have recently announced the winners of their 2011 Acheiver Awards. With the Lifetime Achiever Award going to beauty veteran Joan Collins,...more >

Ladies - donate your old bras and raise money for Breast Cancer Care

As you probably know, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is currently in full swing – and we love all the great ideas that businesses have come up with to help support this valuable cause. We recently...more >

Inside Wahanda HQ - Mike's wellbeing secrets

LadyWellness

Whilst some of us change our minds as often as Lady Gaga changes outfits, others know the tried and tested health and fitness tricks which work for them, and are happy to stick to them. Lovely UI...more >

Wahanda Feel Gorgeous Week - it's time to focus on you

Did you know that it’s Wahanda Feel Gorgeous week? To celebrate, we’ve got lots of treats lined up for you over the next seven days, from special spa breaks to fabulous fitness classes. With plenty of...more >

Thank you - your reviews have helped Breast Cancer Care

Remember back in the summer when the UK was hit by terrible riots? It was very stressful for all involved and we wanted to help out those who had been affected by the damage and violence, so we set...more >

Belize - the great escape

Denzil

Belize lies at the crossroads between the Caribbean and Latin America. You can physically see the changes in people, architecture and landscape as you drive from the port of Belize City into the...more >

Win a year's worth of accessories with Stylistpick

London Fashion Week has officially kicked off with fashionistas donning their heels and heading to the capital to see the new trends for Spring/Summer 2012, and it's looking pretty good already. Not...more >

Celebrate Vogue Fashion's Night Out at Sanctuary Spa, Covent Garden

Crazy about clothes and barmy about beauty? If that sounds like you, then we probably don’t need to remind you that this Thursday (8th September) is Vogue Fashion's Night Out. Looks like it’s time to...more >

Get involved with Wahanda this Bank Holiday

We don’t know about you, but we’re all planning to enjoy some lovely long lie-ins over the Bank Holiday weekend. The trusty Wahanda community, on the other hand, never sleeps – our community page is...more >

Wahanda serves up top spa treatments for foodies

Wahanda-Tasters

When we were little, we were always told not to play with our food. Naturally, now that we’re grown up and can do what we want, we’re determined to rebel against every adult who ever told us that –...more >

Champneys spa breaks - take a friend for free

We’ve all heard the saying ‘two heads are better than one’. Well, when it comes to spa breaks, at Wahanda we believe that two beds are better than one. That’s why we’re excited that Champneys are once...more >

Write a review to support those affected by riots

If you live in the UK, the chances are you were affected by the recent riots. Whether you had problems in your area or were worrying about family and friends, you’ll agree that it was a pretty...more >

Wahanda - not just a pretty face

We don’t like to blow our own trumpet, but...we’re pretty proud of all the fantastic deals and offers that we’ve got on the site. With thousands of products, an impressive collection of spa breaks and...more >

Win a 4 night Exotic Spa Break in South Africa worth over £6,000

Imagine sipping on champagne in your luxury hotel room, taking in some of the world’s most spectacular landscapes and then indulging in some relaxing spa treatments. Sound too good to be true? We’re...more >

Treat yourself to a Bank Holiday spa break

With a Bank Holiday looming at the end of August, you're probably turning your thoughts to how you can use that magical extra day off. You could make the most of your three day weekend by shifting...more >

Eat your way to healthy skin

Wahanda-Tasters

Fed up with all those lotions and potions cluttering up your bathroom shelves? If you are looking for a less stressful way to improve your skin, all you need to do is make a few adjustments to your...more >

A little ray of sunshine from Sanctuary Spa

London spa fans, attention please - one of your favourite locations has got a brand new offer for you to get your manicured mitts on. The gorgeous Sanctuary Spa in Covent Garden is embracing summer...more >

Time to treat yourself with 99 spa breaks for £99

Booked a late holiday this year and looking for somewhere to relax in the meantime? Or maybe you aren’t going away but want to treat yourself to a well-deserved mini-break. At Wahanda we know how...more >

Stress and the city

Traffic, roadworks, packed commutes and pollution. City living hardly provides the most serene of surroundings, but a study recently published in the journal Nature has suggested that it may actually...more >

Snap up a Royal getaway with Champneys

Lexxa

Weather reports are constantly debating the will there/won’t there be rain this Friday and Will’s and Kate’s faces are popping up all over our toilet paper amongst other things. It’s official - Royal...more >

Top five reasons to shop with Wahanda

We're glad you like us, but how much do you know about us? As your go-to guru for the best deals, we want you to know you're in good hands. We know that service with a smile makes all the difference,...more >

Wahanda's had a makeover!

Lexxa

You’ll know by now that here at Wahanda we’re dedicated to making sure that you look and feel the best you can at all times. With our daily MobDeals, beauty offers and fitness fixes, we’ve got you...more >

BEAT ovarian cancer

Lexxa

Unless you’re completely oblivious, you’re probably aware that we’re almost halfway through March (already?!), but you’re less likely to know that it’s also Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Ovarian...more >

Bring out the bunting and balloons for our birthday bash!

Happy birthday to us! It’s hard to believe, but here at Wahanda we’ve reached the grand old age of three. It has been a fantastic journey so far - there have been tears, tantrums and teething problems...more >

For magical Christmas gifts, look no further than Wahanda

Twas one of the nights before Christmas and all through the house, only one creature was stirring as they clicked their mouse. Having given up on the high-street, they’d begun to worry: could they...more >

Exercise starves depression

emily21

New research has found that those who exercise regularly are less likely to suffer from depression. However, exercising at work won’t cut it – such as digging up roads or heavy lifting - as...more >

Top pampering with lustre and bling

Do you have a penchant for pearls, a gluttonous appetite for gold or a disgraceful diamond addiction? Precious metals and glittering gems may end up punishing your bank balance, but it just so turns...more >

Jet set beauty

Ashley Loong is one salon owner who hopes her fledgling business really takes off. After travelling thousands of miles during her job as an air hostess with Singapore Airlines, Ms Loong decided to...more >

Tell us your spa secrets

We review the best spas to make your autumn escape in the UK and beyond. Bishopstrow House & Spa, Wiltshire, UKby Nicóla Brookes If you like country houses with a stylish modern sheen, Bishopstrow...more >

Far & away: spas in paradise locations

Poorna Shetty visits spas in Mexico, Antigua, St Lucia, the Turks and Caicos islands, and Grenada. MexicoA country so vast it has its own micro-climate, Mexico has it all. From the snowy Sierra...more >

Men ‘sweat’ - while women simply ‘glow’…

emily21

Research has proven that while men sweat buckets, women simply glow. It may sound good to the ladies out there, but it’s not necessarily an advantage, as findings reveal that the fairer sex have to...more >

Top of the chocs

Chocoholics: rejoice! October 11th marks the start of Chocolate Week in the UK and what better way to indulge in the festivities (without having to face the diet-breaking guilt) than to try out some...more >

Close to home: stellar UK spas

As the summer nights draw in, Piers Morgan Ede discovers it is the ideal time to visit spas in England, Ireland and Wales. IrelandNamed after the town of the same name, Country Cork can be found in...more >

Big Brother 11: perfect pamper day

vanitycase

It’s certainly a challenge to maintain your beauty routine when locked away in a house without a beautician in sight - and we all know how disastrous home waxing can be. The producers of Big Brother...more >

Ditch the itch this autumn

Take some time out to try and soothe your sensitive skin. National Eczema Week 2010 runs from 18th to 25th of September, and here at Wahanda, we are backing the National Eczema Society’s bid to ‘Ditch...more >

Spa at The Chancery Court Hotel, High Holborn

WhereAndNow

If you love to be pampered and attention lavished then the Spa at Chancery Court is great for a day of excessive relaxation and luxury. This fabulous Spa is nestled inside the Chancery Court hotel on...more >

Les Thermes Marins de Carthage Spa at The Residence Tunis, Tunisia

Dusk was a special time to arrive at Leading Hotels of the World's only Tunisian property. Thalassotherapy spas are big business in Tunisia, and having dipped my toe in a few, this one felt more...more >

The Peninsula Spa by ESPA, Hong Kong

Among Hong Kong's biggest selling points are spectacular city views, and those from the relaxation room in The Peninsula Spa by ESPA ranks among the best. Located on two floors of Hong Kong's oldest...more >

Far and away: Vietnam

Vietnam is a surprisingly large tract of hills and densely forested mountains, shot through with exquisite biodiversity and friendly people: it's a land of vivid colours, striking landscapes and mouth...more >

Detox your way into 2010

charleymarley

We’ve had that time of year where you’ve rested and indulged in some magnificent presents and relaxation. Let’s not forget the food - the Christmas dinner, the snacks after the Christmas dinner,...more >

Health & Spa, Kings Lynn, Norfolk: spa review

I was impressed with the Imagine Spa from the outset. The reception area was softly lit and relaxing, with refreshments served on arrival. The therapist discussed with me at length what I was looking...more >

Le Meridien Limassol, Cyprus: spa review

If you want to trade Britain's unpredictable spring weather for sunnier climes – and enjoy a spot of pampering too – Le Meridien Resort & Spa in Cyprus is a real find. I was given an amazing room...more >

The Retreat at Aphrodite Hills Resort, Cyprus: spa review

With views of the golf course and the glittering sea, the InterContinental Aphrodite Hills is a gem of a resort in Cyprus. But it's the resort's spa, The Retreat, that was the real attraction for me...more >

Irufushi Beach & Spa, Maldives: spa review

Sprawled over 52 acres of white powder beach, abundant tropical vegetation and surrounded by lapping azure water teeming with marine life, this five-star resort with 180 villas is one of the latest...more >

Feversham Arms, Yorkshire: spa review

There is something very civilised about having a weekend away and letting the train take the strain. No traffic jams on the motorway, no arguing with your partner about directions and more importantly...more >

Pezula Resort & Spa: spa review

After a 5am start, a long flight and lunch in the sun, I was definitely ready for a lie down. The thought of a two-hour massage made me a little dubious, however – would I be snoring into the round,...more >

Calcot Spa, Calcot Manor, Gloucestershire: tried and tested

Set in the pretty Cotswold countryside, Calcot Manor is a cosy retreat with stylish rooms, great food and friendly staff. But it's the hotel's spa that's the real gem. Situated in a separate building...more >

Chi, The Spa Shangri-La, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi: tried and tested

For a brand as unflinchingly decadent as the Shangri-La, my expectations for Chi, The Spa, were close to astronomical. Finding the spa wasn't easy on such a labyrinth resort but once inside, I knew...more >

Adamina Spa of Kensington: tried and tested

As I was ushered down the staircase into the softly lit spa, with its mood-relaxing music, I felt the day's stresses fade away — this was the perfect place to be pampered. Once undressed and robed, I...more >

Elemis’ Noella Gabriel gives us the facts about getting rid of Cellulite

Noella

“The statistics show cellulite was non-existent in China before they introduced the fast food chains. Air hostesses are known for having a higher level of cellulite from constant imbalance in the...more >

Hotel Fortina, Malta: spa review