PLAYTIME—Pups enjoy a little friendly competition as a Barkley staffer presents them with a ball.

The expansion will add six additional grooming and bathing stations to a new section of the facility. The day spa will offer mud masks, pawdicures, pet massage and fur dying as part of the spa services menu.

The large- and small- dog areas of Doggie Day Camp are increasing by 3,500 square feet. A new small doggie day camp is under construction to allow more room for little canines.

Both day camps have indoor/ outdoor play areas, cabana shading and a misting system to keep dogs cool during the summer months.

Tuff Stuff flooring is used in the indoor play area. Tuff Stuff is a rubberized epoxy for safer and cleaner play. K-9 Turf, an anti-microbial faux-type grass, is used in the outdoor sections.

Based on client feedback, 12 more Barkley Park Suites will be added to a new wing of boarding suites. Each suite is in a park-like setting and will provide individual webcams and TVs for guests as well as sky lights for natural lighting.

The online cameras will be upgraded as more owners want to see their dogs. High-definition webcams are being installed in the Doggie Day Camp areas.

The Barkley is at 31166 Via Colinas, Westlake Village, adjacent to the Westlake Village Animal Hospital. For more information, visit www.westlakepet.com.

Knowle Grange

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   Sue Hutchings from Knowle Grange

I’M ALWAYS amazed at how readily people reach for the painkillers rather than looking at the underlying causes of pain.

Pain is the body’s way of telling us something needs correcting.

So if you have a back issue, a visit to the osteopath or chiropractor may help.

Long-term use of pain killers can irritate the digestive system, so why not try natural remedies? There are a whole range of complementary therapies, such as acupuncture, reiki, hypnotherapy and massage.

We offer all of these at Knowle Grange Health Spa in Frant.

It’s important to try just one at a time, otherwise you won’t know what’s working for you.

Gentle exercise releases endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers.

Breathe deeply. Pain causes anxiety and we tend to breathe more shallowly. Pain and inflammation go hand in hand. By cutting down on inflammatory foods, such as red meat, wheat, dairy, coffee, sugar and alcohol, your body will become less acidic.

Chew more and eat green veg.

Enjoy more alkaline foods such as avocado, oats, green tea, oily fish, and most nuts and berries.

Start your day with a slice of lemon in hot water.Less acidity leads to less inflammation which leads to less pain.

This spa opens for business today, Friday, May 25.  Resort guests and day visitors can relax and rejuvenate at the new facility, which offers four treatment rooms, a relaxation area and spa boutique. Spa goers also will have access to an indoor/outdoor swimming pool, sauna and fitness facility.

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“The Spa is a great addition to Boyne Highlands,” said Brad Keen, Boyne Highlands Resort president and general manager. “We offer many adventure activities from golf, to horseback riding, ziplining, Segway tours and winter sports. The Spa provides the opportunity to slow down, relax and enjoy a soothing and therapeutic treatment.”

The Spa’s service menu includes body services, facials, skin care and 25-, 50- and 80-minute massages. The signature treatment, a bamboo massage, uses heated bamboo as an extension of the therapist’s hands to reach into muscle tissue more deeply, gently and efficiently than possible with hands alone, providing added relief for tired and sore muscles.

The Spa at Boyne Highlands is located in the lower level of the Heather Highlands Inn, the former location of the Wellness Institute. The space has been extensively renovated, adding a spa boutique and relaxation area as well as remodeled treatment rooms. Hours of operation are 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.

The Spa is now accepting reservations, which can be made by calling (231) 526-3846. More details are available at www.boyne.com/spas.

A grand opening celebration for The Spa is scheduled for 4-6 p.m. Saturday, May 26. Boyne Highlands also offers lodging and spa packages. For package reservations, call (800) 462-6963 or visit www.boyne.com.

In March 2012, almost 203,000 tourist arrivals and over 553,000 overnight stays were registered in tourist accommodations. Compared to March 2011, in March 2012 there were 6% more tourist arrivals and 2% more overnight stays. Domestic tourist arrivals increased the most, by 9%.

In March 2012, 60% of foreign overnight stays from five foreign countries

Foreign tourists created in Slovenia 50% of all overnight stays. In March 2012, the highest shares of foreign overnight stays were made by Italians (20%), Austrians (17%), Croatians (9%), Germans (8%) and Hungarians (6%), followed by Russian, Serbian and British tourists.

Compared to March 2011, in March 2012 the number of overnight stays of tourists from Austria increased by 20%, from Croatia by 10% and from Germany by 1%. In March 2012 there were 20% and 5% fewer overnight stays of Italian and Hungarian tourists than in March 2011.

In March 2012, most tourist arrivals and overnight stays in health (spa) resorts

In March 2012, the number of tourist arrivals was the highest in health (spa) resorts (29%); the same is true for overnight stays (39%). In comparison with March 2011 the number of tourist arrivals in health (spa) resorts increased by 3% and the number of their overnight stays by 1%. Second placed by the number of tourist arrivals and overnight stays were mountain resorts, where 20% of all tourist overnight stays were recorded or 3% more than in March 2011. In the same comparison seaside resorts (18% of all tourist overnight stays) recorded a 4% increase in overnight stays. The municipality Ljubljana with a 9% share of all tourist overnight stays recorded a 3% decrease over March 2011.

In March 2012, Italian tourists prevailed in municipality Ljubljana

In March 2012, the highest share of foreign overnight stays was recorded in municipality Ljubljana, 95%. Most overnight stays were made by tourists from Italy. In seaside and health (spa) resorts in March 2012 the share of domestic tourist arrivals and overnight stays was higher than the share of foreign ones.

In March 2012, 73% of tourist arrivals and overnight stays in hotels

In March 2012, almost 78,000 bedplaces were available to tourists in tourist accommodations. 49% of all tourist bedplaces were available to tourists in hotels. Permanent bedplaces in hotels were on average 38% occupied, while all bedplaces in hotels by 4 percentage points less.

In March 2012, most tourist arrivals and overnight stays (73%) were registered in hotels, followed by holiday dwellings (7% of all overnight stays) and company vacation facilities and vacation facilities for youth (6% of all overnight stays).

Compared to March 2011, in March 2012 the number of tourist arrivals in hotels increased by 5% and overnight stays in hotels by 2%.

In March 2012, Italian tourists stayed on average 3 days, Austrian almost 4 days

On average, tourists stayed in Slovenia 2.7 nights: domestic tourists stayed 3.1 nights and foreign tourists 2.5 nights. Tourists from Italy stayed on average in Slovenia 2.0 nights, the Croatians 2.4 nights, the Germans and the Hungarians 2.8 nights and the Austrians 2.9 nights.

On average, tourists stayed the longest in health (spa) resorts (3.6 nights). In seaside resorts the average number of overnight stays was 2.8 nights, in mountain resorts 2.5 nights and in Ljubljana 1.9 nights.

Tourists stayed on average in hotels 2.7 nights and in holiday dwellings 3.2 nights.

In March 2012, 28% of all overnight stays in the municipalities Piran, Ljubljana and Moravske Toplice

Domestic tourists made 27% of their overnight stays in municipalities Piran, Brežice and Moravske Toplice, while foreign tourists made 30% of their overnight stays in municipalities Ljubljana and Piran.

In the first three months of 2012 increase in the number of tourist arrivals and overnight stays compared to the same period of 2011

Compared to the same period of the previous year, the number of tourist arrivals and overnight stays from January to March 2012 increased by 3% and 1%, respectively. In the same comparison the number of foreign tourist arrivals increased more than the number of foreign tourist overnight stays.

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Luxury Hotel Brand Creates Inventive Menu and Collaborates with Inventive Partners For a Refreshing Poolside Approach

IRVING, Texas, May 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Omni Hotels Resorts invites guests to keep cool by the pool with its new “Art of Water” menu this summer. Just in time for the start of the season, Omni has partnered with best-in-class cocktail and culinary artisans, artists and others to create a poolside menu that is a fun, inventive work of art. The menu features elements from nationally recognized mixologist, Kim Haasarud of Liquid Architecture, Keeper Springs Natural Spring Water, Coolhaus® All-Natural Ice Cream Sandwiches and Professional Photographer Larry Emerson, creating a one-of-a-kind offering that not only quenches the thirsts of guests but also enables them to actively support sustainability.

“We’ve teamed up with great talent to offer our guests the ultimate summer pool experience,” said David Morgan, vice president of food beverage for Omni Hotels Resorts. “By elevating the quintessential summer ingredients –cocktails, ice cream and water – we are able to ensure our guests genuinely enjoy their time by the pool.”

Acclaimed mixologist Kim Haasarud of Liquid Architecture developed regionally-inspired cocktails for four regions across the U.S. The cocktails appeal to the different tastes of guests and locals in the Northeast, Southeast, Texas and West. In addition, at least one lower calorie libation is included within each menu.

Sample cocktails include:

• Northeast Region: ‘The Deep End’ Sangria, Elderflower Champagne Collins, Long Island Sound, Ginger Blossom Pick and Skinny Grapefruit Tequila Spritzer
• Southeast Region: Blood Orange Collins, Beachwalker Sangria, Peach Pick, Strawberry Mojito and Tangerine Mint Tequila Spritzer
• Texas Region: Stoli Corona, Watermelon Lime Sangria, Grilled Pineapple Cocktail, Lemon Tea Smash and Skinny Chipotle Margarita
• West Coast: Raspberry Pick, Blood Orange Collins, White Sangria, Summer Lemon Collins and Sea Salt Margarita

In addition to signature regional cocktails, guests can beat the heat with Keeper Springs natural spring water. Keeper Springs donates 100% of its profits back to local waterway restoration projects. Omni Hotels Resorts is partnering with Keeper Springs to provide an additional 5-cent donation for every bottle sold to Waterkeeper® Alliance, a global environmental movement uniting nearly 200 Waterkeeper organizations around the world and focusing citizen advocacy on the issues that affect waterways from pollution to climate change.

After quenching their thirst, guests can satisfy sweet cravings with a savory, all-natural, handmade ice cream sandwich from Coolhaus®, where sustainability and creativity make the perfect blend. Three different Coolhaus Ice Cream Sandwiches will be available on the menu: Classic Tahitian Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwich, Dirty Mint Chip Ice Cream (made with real mint leaves) with Double Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwich and Brown Buttered Candied Bacon Ice Cream with Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich.

Beautiful water-themed photos from professional photographer Larry Emerson serve as the backdrop design for the menu pages. The artistic nature of the menu brings together a masterpiece of art, flavors and sustainability that “tastes good and does good” for the environment at the same time.

The menu will be launched poolside at Omni Hotels Resorts across the U.S. from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Cocktail recipes are available at on the “Culinary Stirrings” section of omnihotels.com.

About Omni Hotels Resorts
Omni Hotels Resorts creates genuine, authentic guest experiences that take guest on “A Total Departure” to 50 distinct luxury hotels and resorts in leading business gateways and leisure destinations across North America. From exceptional golf and spa retreats to dynamic business settings, each Omni showcases the local flavor of the destination while featuring four-diamond services, signature restaurants, Wi-Fi connectivity and unique wellness options. Known for its award-winning, personalized service, Omni leaves a lasting impression with every customer interaction, with a heightened level of recognition and rewards delivered through its Select Guest loyalty program and the company’s “Power of One” associate empowerment program. Earlier this year, Omni’s loyalty program was further expanded with the launch of the GHA Discovery® loyalty program expanding numerous benefits on a worldwide basis as a member of the Global Hotel Alliance. The brand is frequently recognized by top consumer research organizations and leading media outlets. To get additional information or book accommodations, visit omnihotels.com or call 1-800-The-Omni.

About Kim Haasarud
Kim Haasarud is founder of Liquid Architecture, a full-service beverage consultancy delivering top-of-class beverage programs for spirit brands, restaurants, hotels, and special events. Founded in 2002, the company started with a simple tenet: a cocktail is not just a drink; it is an experience that brings together fresh ingredients and premium spirits to engage the senses. For more about Kim, visit www.liquid-architecture.com/.

About Keeper Springs
Founded in 1999, Keeper Springs Natural Spring Water was launched by environmental lawyer and advocate, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and two friends, John Hoving and Chris Bartle, with one mission: to help support, protect and restore our nation’s waterways by donating 100 percent of profits to this cause. The brand Keeper Springs is named to honor the keepers of the Waterkeeper® Alliance, environmental heroes who fight to protect waterways all over the world from polluters and degradation. To date, Keeper Springs is proud to have raised more than $1 million to support America’s waterways.

Keeper Springs uses only 100 percent natural and sustainable spring water, sourced and bottled locally, and keeps our carbon footprint to a minimum by using LEED-certified bottling plants. In addition, Keeper Springs uses bottles made from 50 percent recycled PET…and is working towards a 100 percent recycled PET bottle. Keeper Springs also supports the most comprehensive recycling legislation and has spent over a decade helping to fight for better regulation, tough penalties and solutions. Keeper Springs is available at beverage retailers on the Eastern Seaboard, and is expanding distribution on the West Coast. For more information, visit www.KeeperSprings.com.

About Coolhaus
At Coolhaus, we love all types of food and pride ourselves on our creativity and palate. But first and foremost is our dedication to quality and sustainability. Every Coolhaus Ice Cream Sandwich is all-natural, handmade and organic whenever possible. Our dairy is sustainably produced and artificial growth hormone free. We use local and seasonal farmer’s market fresh ingredients. With this marriage of creativity and sustainability, we thrive to push the boundaries of sweet and savory by featuring unique ice cream flavors that you can’t get anywhere else. For more information, visit www.eatcoolhaus.com.

About Larry Emerson
Emerson’s passion for photography began early in life. His studies of fine art at Fordham University and Germain School of Photography helped lay the ground work for an ever evolving and unique style of photography. In 2007, The Art Around You was founded, the concept being simple; bringing to light the people, places, and things we look at every day, but never really see. Emerson shows how extraordinary the ordinary can be and opens to us a world whose existence we have neither the time nor vision to acknowledge. He allows us to see through new eyes and look at things a different way. He is absorbed into the environment; wandering, wondering, watching, and capturing the space as never before seen. To view Larry’s work, visit www.theartaroundyou.com/.

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Margot European Day Spa of Birmingham, MI has a mission for you this summer: protect your skin from the hot summer sun. Wear sunblock! Your skin is one of the most exposed parts of your body, and dry or damaged skin make you age quicker.  Here are a few tips from Margot’s for keeping your skin healthy, beautiful, and wrinkle free.

1) Eat healthy, good food is good for your skin
2) Wear large sunglasses to prevent crow’s feet
3) Eat vegetables – eat colorful
4) Avoid red wine, spicy food and caffeine – this will lessen skin redness
5) Wash make-up off before you go to bed
6) Beauty sleep is key!
7) Wear sunscreen EVERYWHERE! Especially on places that are prone to wrinkles like around the eyes

And last, but certainly not least, take a trip to Margot European Day Spa, recently named the best spa in Michigan. Margot’s facial services will leave you feeling great about your skin and most importantly, about yourself.

Margot European Day Spa is located in the downtown district of Birmingham, Michigan. Margot’s offers therapeutic massages, facials, body treatments, wraps, manicures, pedicures, waxing, and skin care. The specialists at Margot’s European Day Spa believe the key to a healthy spirit starts with the mind and body. You have a right to feel relaxed and beautiful, so treat yourself to a day at the spa.

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Phone: (248) 642 3770

Email: dayspa@margots.com

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Local and state authorities arrested four employees at VIP Spa Wednesday for single counts of prostitution each.

Dickson Police Chief Rick Chandler noted this has been an ongoing issue with the business, and he will ask the city’s attorney to look into procedures for the possiblity of civil action against the property owners for creating or allowing a public nuisance on the property.

The Herald attempted to determine who owns VIP Spa, but that information is not available to the public at the local or state level.

Chai Hwacha Kwon, 56, of Lawrenceville, Ga.; Jingshu Che, 39, of Chicago; Kim Doo K, 39, of Coppell, Texas; and Song Un Yong, 47, of Las Vegas, each were booked on one count of Class A misdemeanor prostitution. They remain in Dickson County Jail on $10,000 bond each.

Dickson police and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation executed a search warrant Wednesday at 11 a.m. at VIP Spa at 1840 Highway 46 S. in Dickson.

A TBI agent explained the search warrant was issued based on probable cause resulting from an undercover operation that occurred Tuesday. In an affidavit, an undercover TBI agent states he was offered sex in exchange for cash during the operation.

On Wednesday, authorities found approximately $8,000 cash, including buy money used during the undercover operation; sexual aids, i.e. massage oils, condoms; and documents from EroticMP.com, where customers post reviews and discussed sexual activity from VIP Spa.

Since VIP Spa is located 1.3 miles from United Christian Academy, the prostitution charges were bumped from a Class C to Class A misdemeanors.

2011 bust

In April 2011, authorities with the Dickson police, FBI, TBI, Internal Revenue Service and immigration services served a multi-county, state search warrant on VIP Spa. Two female workers, not among those charged Wednesday, were arrested April 14, 2011, during a raid of the Dickson business. They were charged with patronizing prostitution at the establishment.

The 2011 arrests were the culmination of a nearly yearlong investigation that started in June 2010 when Dickson police started to receive complaints about the business. Authorities in Humphreys County also raided GQ Health Spa in Hurricane Mills. That spa was believed to be linked to VIP Spa.

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A princess birthday party package includes hair, manicures, mini-makeup application, glitter spray, goody bags, bagels …

It will be at Outcasts Cricket Club, Hirst Priory, near Crowle, on Sunday, July 15. 

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   Outcasts’ cricketer Anthony Fitzgerald, Liam’s brother, is a main driving force behind organising the event at the Hirst Priory ground near Crowle

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   Entertainer Steve Womack

The new group, the Smegal Sixes, is now an established  Macmillan Supporter Group -  wanting to give back to the charity for the support given to Liam and his family through his cancer journey.

Well-known Lincolnshire League cricketer with Outcasts, Anthony Fitzgerald, Liam’s brother, is a main driving force behind organising the event.

Anthony said: “We wanted to support Macmillan due to all the care, both physical and emotional, advice and support given not only to Liam but also his family without which it would not have been possible for Liam’s final wish of spending the rest of his time in his own surroundings encircled by the people he loved.”

The organisers are aiming to provide fun for all the family.  

Youngsters can enjoy a children’s entertainer, bouncy castle and face painting.

Adults can watch some enthralling cricket between ten local teams.

Later they can enjoy a  performance by Steve Womack, as well as local bands.

Food, provided by local farmer Bob Johnson of Medley Farm, Belton, and other kind donations of fare,  will be available throughout the day alongside licensed bar and a summer drinks tent “so the ladies do not feel like ‘cricket widows.”

The Smegal Sixes have been writing to many companies to generate some excellent donations and prizes for the raffle.

These already include a Spa Weekend, Ascot Races tickets, an Ipad and £250 in vouchers.

Raffle tickets are now on sale.

Amy Hebdon, local fundraising manager, said: “I hope people will show their support for this event. Not only will people benefit from such a wonderful day, they’ll be helping to raise vital funds for those affected by cancer.

“We rely on 96 per cent of voluntary donations so without events like this, we wouldn’t be here as a charity to support people through their cancer journey.

For further information, contact Anthony Fitzgerald – Anthony.fitzgerald1@nhs.net

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Desiree Moore has more than 15 years experience in the healthcare industry. She is the co-owner of The Woodhouse Day Spa located at 880 W. Happy Canyon Road, Suite 130, in Castle Rock. The Woodhouse Day Spa offers the best in Swedish, sport, reflexology, prenatal and volcanic hot stone massage therapy.  Body treatments, body wraps, and hydro treatments are also available. Additionally, Woodhouse provides results-oriented facials, micro-dermabrasion, waxing, manicures and pedicures and more. For more information, visit castlepines.woodhousespas.com or call 720-895-8488 to book your total spa experience.

Posted: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 11:41 am

Coloradans Should Take Extra Care in Protecting Against Summer Sun Damage

By Desiree Moore; Co-owner of The Woodhouse Day Spa- Castle Rock

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As the Colorado summer quickly approaches, it is important to remember to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays. While we are blessed with over 300 sunny days per year on average, our high elevation curses us by putting us closer to the sun and at higher risk for sunburns, sun damage and skin cancer. Colorado has the highest skin cancer rates in the nation — nearly 30 percent higher than the nationwide rate, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment — so it’s important to stay informed and diligent about sun protection.

The widely believed notion that most sun damage occurs before the age of 18 has been proven false by newer studies that show incidental sun exposure as adults actually accounts for more than half of the sun damage received by the average person over a lifetime. So, just a short mid-morning walk, a quick nine holes of golf, or chatting up a neighbor outdoors for 20 minutes in the late afternoon can contribute to sun damage. All of those unassuming moments spent outdoors add up to hours, days and weeks of long-term damage caused by UV radiation. Colorado residents need to take extra care to protect from the sun, because UV radiation increases 10-12 percent for every 3,000 feet of elevation gain.

Repeated unprotected sun exposure over a 20-year span dramatically increases the risk of skin cancer and pre-cancerous lesions. Unlike other cancers that peak in the later years of life, malignant melanoma is common in young adults in their 20s and 30s. In fact, melanoma is the leading cause of cancer death in young women aged 18-34, and the second-leading cause of cancer death in young men of the same age group. Melanoma is much less common than non-melanoma skin cancer, but its incidence appears to be increasing and it can be fatal in some cases, according to the CDPHE. Social trends favoring tanned skin, increased popularity of tanning beds and a reduction in the protective ozone layer are several factors contributing to higher rates.

One person dies every hour in this country from skin cancer. That is a staggering fact considering skin cancer is one of the easiest cancers to treat and cure if detected early. To spot skin cancer, look for changing brown moles, spots that bleed easily and areas of the skin that repeatedly crust and never quite heal. It is important to perform self-checks of skin regularly and to visit your health care provider to have a skin check at least every one to two years as a part of overall health maintenance.

Sun protection is, of course, the first step in avoiding skin cancer. Clothing should always be considered as the first line of defense.  A hat can do wonders for preventing sun damage.  Statistics show that there is a 10 percent reduction in skin cancer of the face with every 1 inch of a brim on a hat. Sun protective T-shirts, swim shirts and pants are now much more widely available in sporting goods stores and online. Many of these garments are made with a lightweight, tightly woven fabric to allow cooling while offering sun protection.

Sunscreens can also be very helpful if used appropriately. Instead of only looking at SPF, pay attention to the active ingredients. Transparent zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are excellent physical blockers of UV rays. Chemical sunscreens are degraded more quickly by the sun, but newer formulations seem to be more stable. Look for avobenzone in the active ingredient list. Most importantly, re-apply sunscreen every 90 minutes when outside, especially when sweating or when spending time in the water. Visit The Woodhouse Day Spa in Castle Pines for Skin Ceuticals line of sunscreens with sheer zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. This line is cosmetically elegant and can protect your skin from our high-elevation rays in Colorado. 

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