CELEBRATE CHINESE NEW YEAR WITH SPA TREATMENTS INSPIRED BY THE YEAR OF THE WATER DRAGON

2/1/2012 5:30 AM EST

Chinese New Year is a time to welcome longevity, wealth and prosperity. 23 January 2012 marks the beginning of Year of the Water Dragon, which many believe brings the possibility of good fortune. Of the 12 Zodiac signs, dragons are considered to be the most powerful.

Celebrate the Year of the Water Dragon in resplendent relaxation at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas. Delight with the introduction of two new treatments that pay homage to the hotel groups’ Oriental heritage and the spa theories based in Traditional Chinese Medicine. These two new spa treatments are inspired to soothe, restore balance and bring good luck this New Year and are available through 31 December 2012.

The soothing Year of the Water Dragon Massage begins with a welcoming foot ritual followed by a massage concentrating on the deep-seated tension in the shoulders and lower back. A warm mineral mud mask is then applied to the lower back enveloped by moist heat. A soothing scalp massage concludes this journey of wellness.

For the romantic couple seeking good fortune and prosperity in love, the Double Water Dragon Ritual is the perfect indulgence. The two-hour ceremony commences in the Spa Suite with a welcoming foot ritual. Symbiotic rhythm is restored as a couple’s massage is performed in synchronicity on side-by-side treatment tables. The journey concludes with the water element in a warm soaking bath that reinforces the love connection.

The Water Dragon Massage is a 90-minute treatment and is £152 Monday to Thursday; £177 Friday to Sunday; The Double Water Dragon Ritual is £206 per person Monday to Sunday; £412 per couple Monday to Sunday. For reservations and information, please call The Spa directly at +1 (702) 881-9530. For hotel reservations, please call +1 (888) 881 9578 or book online at www.mandarinoriental.com/lasvegas.


The Chinese Zodiac calendar is a 60-year cycle based on the 12 zodiac animals with additional rotating elements of Fire, Metal, Water, Wood and Earth. The Water helps to calm the fire in Dragon therefore making this Dragon year a special time with hopes bringing in prosperity for personal reasons and in business.

About The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas
The Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas is an urban oasis featuring spacious, sunlit facilities inspired by traditional Eastern philosophies with Western applications. The 27,000-square-foot Spa spans the entire seventh and eighth floors of the property. Day visitors, hotel guests and residents are privy to spectacular views through floor-to-ceiling windows, a rarity in Las Vegas spas. The tranquil ambiance and stunning design sets the stage for a comprehensive range of wellness, beauty and massage treatments. A dedicated team of holistic therapists, led by Director of Spa Jennifer Lynn, offer a sensory experience nourishing the mind, body and spirit. For more information, please visit Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas or contact +1 (702) 590-8888. Receive news, weekly specials and more by finding us on Facebook.

About Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world's most prestigious hotels and resorts. The Group now operates, or has under development, 41 hotels representing over 10,000 rooms in 26 countries, with 18 hotels in Asia, 12 in The Americas and 11 in Europe and the Middle East. In addition, the Group operates, or has under development, 12 Residences at Mandarin Oriental connected to its properties.

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For further information, please contact:
Agency Contact
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Ann Scott Associates
Tel: 020 7823 9988

Katerina Panayotopoulou ( )
Ann Scott Associates
Tel: 020 7823 9988
Corporate Office
Jill Kluge ( )
Group Communications – Global
Tel: +44 (20) 7908 7888

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Group Communications – Europe, Middle East and Africa
Tel: +44 (20) 7908 7813

Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas
Jennifer Cornet ( )
Communications
Tel: +1 (702) 590 3011
www.mandarinoriental.com/lasvegas