MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR "SPA AT THE HILTON" OPENS IN SHANGHAI

"The Spa At The Hilton" is now open ! Located on the fourth floor of the Hilton Shanghai, the newly renovated Spa and wellness center, valued in excess of US$3 million, is the most modern and comprehensive in China, offering state-of-the-art exercise facilities and spa services. For business travelers and other guests, the introduction of the hotel's new spa facility provides a valuable means to relax after a hectic day of travel or business.

Covering 3,000m2 of floor space, "The Spa At The Hilton" offers the very latest cardiovascular and strength training equipment from the world's leading fitness supplier, Technogym. An aerobics studio offering a wide range of group exercise classes, a boxing area, tennis and squash courts and a refurbished indoor swimming pool compliments a health and fitness lifestyle.

"The Spa at the Hilton" leads the way forward with innovative concepts and facilities in Asia encompassing hot and cold whirlpools with enticing aromas for relaxation or energising effects; a Turkish herbal steam room with a twinkling night-sky ceiling; a Finnish sauna and the unique Kneipp bath hydromassage room is a must for everyone to experience.

A full range of European and Asian spa services and beauty therapy treatments are offered by professional therapists and are conducted in colour therapy mood rooms to enhance the overall feeling of well-being. The number one European skin-care product line, consisting of natural aromatherapy scents and oils are used.

Treatments range from the traditional Chinese accupressure massage to anti-aging facial treatments, Reiki - a natural healing technique first discovered by the Tibetan Buddhist monks, firming and cellulite-control body therapies and the Endermologie Cellu M6 provides something for everyone.

Managed by Asia's top spa operators, Sportathlon, "The Spa At The Hilton" is operated by a team of professionals.

The Bar At The Spa is a cozy environment serving a menu of health foods and spa cuisine and is the ideal place for a light, relaxing meal after a grueling session at the gym.

Club members and guests at "The Spa At The Hilton" are treated to an ozone-enriched bioclimatized air, a "first" in China and the Asian region, that ensures a fresh and clean environment whereby your first step towards a healthier lifestyle starts by just breathing.

A hair and beauty salon, to be staffed by professional hairdressers, will complete the facility and will open in the near future. "The Spa At the Hilton" is on the fourth floor of Hilton Shanghai and is open daily from 6:00am to 11:00pm. Individual, couple and corporate membership details may be obtained by calling the Hilton Shanghai direct.

In China, spa concepts have also been introduced at Hilton hotels in Dalian and Nanjing.

Hilton Hotels Corporation and Hilton International, a subsidiary of Hilton Group plc, have a worldwide alliance to market Hilton, the world's best-known hotel brand. Collectively offering approximately 2,000 hotels in more than 50 countries worldwide, both companies are recognised as leaders in the hospitality industry. Hilton International currently operates more than 220 hotels in over 50 countries worldwide.