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Hotel Metropole Hanoi

Review: Sofitel Legend Metropole, Hanoi, Vietnam

Published by Mark Smith

The Sofitel Legend Metropole, Hanoi is situated in the Old French Quarter of the city, and you are right amongst the hustle and bustle of what is a frenetic city. The hotel harks back to the colonial era in ethos and design. Behind its classical white façade with green shutters...

December 23, 2017
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Review: LUX* South Ari Atoll, The Maldives

by Mark Smith

LUX* South Ari Atoll is the perfect tropical island getaway in the southern part of the Maldives in the Indian Ocean. Bringing the LUX* concept of a lighter, brighter holiday, the island’s stylish beach villas (just a few metres from the warm sea) and the over water villas (many with private pool) offer the ideal escape for honeymooners (naturally) couples and families alike. The...

September 28, 2018
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Amansara, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Review: Amansara, Cambodia

by Mark Smith

Aman properties are as distinct as their destinations and Amansara is no exception. The personalised, warm welcome begins as you enter the gated residence and continues throughout your stay. The catch phrase from the staff is “welcome home” and they are right. You instantly feel at home as you relax into the chic vibe of the place. The mod sixties design of Amansara is...

September 21, 2018
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Amilla Fushi Maldives

3 of the best barbers in tropical spas

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Barbering in the spa has hit the big time and the most recent trend is barbers in tropical spas. From the bright city lights of London and New York and now to far-flung destinations in the Maldives and Mauritius, barbering is becoming as essential on the spa menu as massage and manicure. Guys like to look good – we know that and they also like...

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Villa Stephanie at Brenner’s Park Hotel & Spa, Germany

by Mark Smith

Villa Stephanie is a modern medi-spa with wellness at its core. Part of the Oetker Collection, and adjoining Brenner’s Park Hotel & Spa, it has a rich history of wellness and has now positioning itself as a unique entity, a ‘House of Wellness’ for the stressed, tired and over indulged amongst us. It’s partnership with Brenner’s Medical Wellness under the direction of Dr Harry...

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Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra - The Spa Man

Review: Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

by Mark Smith

French elegance, colonial style and a warm Cambodian welcome ensures that any stay at the Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra, Phnom Penh will be a great one. It’s all rather glamorous arriving at the hotel and you feel like a celebrity as the staff rush to greet you from your car. You are instantly whisked inside and offered herbal tea or a cool glass of wine....

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The hot new spa treatments you need to try right now

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New spa treatments are launching every week and as trends and customer demands changes, so too does the nature and essence of the spa treatments on offer. In 2018 we are seeing a greater emphasis on spa treatments that enhances health, happiness and wellbeing. Sleep and mindfulness are two key themes running through new spa treatment launches this year as spas aim to improve...

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About The Spa Man

Author: Mark Smith


Welcome to The Spa Man, the spa and male grooming blog that focuses on spa news and treatment reviews plus the latest products launches from the world of spa and male grooming.

Travelling around the world, I report on the best spas and best spa treatments whilst testing out the latest spa products, wellness treatments and best male grooming products from moisturisers and shower gels to shaving products and face masks.

Giving a unique perspective on the world of spa and wellness, I review products on their merits with an honest and frank approach. I visit each spa in the review section, so you can be sure you get the inside story on the best spas around.

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Join Global Wellness Day 2018 on 9th June

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Five of the best muscle rubsThe Spa Man picks his five of the best muscle rubs for soothing tired...October 4, 2018

Review: LUX* South Ari Atoll, The MaldivesLUX* South Ari Atoll is the perfect tropical island getaway in the southern part...September 28, 2018

Review: Amansara, CambodiaAman properties are as distinct as their destinations and Amansara is no exception. The...September 21, 2018

3 of the best barbers in tropical spasBarbering in the spa has hit the big time and the most recent trend...September 17, 2018

Win a Russian Spa Experience for Two at Banya No.1The Spa Man has teamed up with Banya No.1 in London to offer readers...September 13, 2018

The new spa products you need in your life right nowEvery week there’s a new product or treatment launch in the spa market and...September 10, 2018

Insider story: Jonathan Ward CandlesThis is a story about candles, Jonathan Ward Candles to be precise. Everyone loves...August 28, 2018

Villa Stephanie at Brenner’s Park Hotel & Spa, GermanyVilla Stephanie is a modern medi-spa with wellness at its core. Part of the...August 20, 2018

Five of the best face soaps for menThe Spa Man has gone green with a round-up of five of the best...August 12, 2018

National Spa Week 2018 in partnership with SpaBreaksNational Spa Week 2018 kicks off in September with Spabreaks.com collaborating with the UK...August 9, 2018

Bodhi & Birch Superfood Series launchesBodhi & Birch has launched the Bodhi & Birch Superfoods Series, a capsule collection...August 7, 2018

Review: Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra, Phnom Penh, CambodiaFrench elegance, colonial style and a warm Cambodian welcome ensures that any stay at...August 3, 2018

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