This beautiful book draws upon the ancient traditions of bathing rituals, salt scrubs, the rasoul and other indigenous spa therapies of Arabia, to provide an unparalleled insight into the opulence and pure indulgence of the new Arabian spa style.

It studies the great Arabian traditions and explains the history, culture and philosophy of Arabian spa therapy, including the ways in which the hammam, the desert setting, the Bedouin tribes and traditional Arabian therapeutic ingredients have all contributed to today’s ethos.

The Spa Directory Covers the best, largest and most opulent spas from Dubai, Egypt, Jordan, Oman, Tunisia and more. It is packed with information and pictures of the spas, each of which is presented with details of its facilities, treatments and therapies, provisions for couples, availability of spa cuisine, services, recreation options and contact details.

David van der Meulen is a full-time photojournalist living in Dubai. He specializes in all forms of travel and leisure journalism. Kate O’Brien writes regularly on health and beauty, and is the author of Spa Style Asia-Pacific.

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