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A Unique Vision

Driven by the belief that wellbeing should be accessible
to all, Therme Group’s vision is to create the world’s
most advanced wellbeing resorts by harnessing the
complex interplay of nature, technology and culture.

Here, RLI speaks with Stelian Iacob, Senior Vice
President Therme Group and CEO of Therme Group
UK to learn more about this intriguing concept.

A VIEW OF A FUTURE HUMAN CITY FROM A THERME GROUP WELLBEING RESORT

art of a technology group with more than 80 years In the last few years, Therme Group has established itself In the last few months, as ever the most important focus Looking forward, Iacob “For more than 20 years, the
of history, much of Therme Group’s wellbeing as a global wellbeing leader and its projects are set to have a for the company has been the health and wellbeing of its says that its development
technology has been developed in the past two major impact on a global scale. They have recently received customers. They have made a lifelong commitment to the plans will see them create Therme wellbeing concept
Pdecades as they look to combine the traditions planning permission for the UK’s first wellbeing resort, communities they serve; staying connected and engaged with destinations in a number has been transforming how
of global thermal bathing with an indoor biodiverse system. Therme Manchester, with additional projects entering the their guests has been extremely important. of locations across the
More than relaxing and fun places to meet, Therme final stages of approval in the UK, mainland Europe, North Iacob states that the business is always looking for world, enhancing life for people in Europe spend
Group’s resorts nurture mental and physical health, offering a America and Asia Pacific. opportunities to benefit communities around the world, people living and working their free time, whilst
vital piece of social infrastructure that delivers an experience Its current flagship project, Therme Manchester, is set to redefining what wellbeing means to people and making it in cities. Central to this
to enhance the mind, body and soul. open in 2023 and it will be the UK’s first city-based wellbeing accessible to all. idea is providing local and boosting their physical and
In 2016, Therme Bucharest opened, becoming the world’s resort. It will combine hundreds of water-based activities “Our resorts are one of a kind, providing an national governments with mental health.”
first LEED Platinum wellbeing resort and quickly becoming with wellbeing treatments, art, nature and technology, to environment for guests to create their own story every a solution to help prioritise
the nation’s most popular attraction, welcoming over one create a unique experience never before seen in the UK. It time they visit. Unlike other leisure concepts, there are wellbeing and preventative healthcare.
million guests in its first year of operation. The company is will include a large family area with waterslides, a wave pool, thousands of ways to experience a day at a Therme The company is part of the global wellbeing movement,
now looking to take the concept worldwide as part of its indoor and outdoor pools, steam rooms, relaxation area and Group wellbeing resort. Reflecting their unique mood, creating wellbeing resorts to improve people’s daily lives and
global development programme. dozens of other fun, relaxing and healthy activities, all in a social group and life-stage, each guest can experience bring proven benefits to communities.
“We have 14 large-scale projects in the portfolio around biodiverse natural environment. a tailored day of wellbeing optimised to their needs,” Iacob concludes the interview by saying: “We see our
the world, with ten in the final stages of development along “We were drawn to Manchester because of the city’s says Iacob. future plans and projects as huge opportunities, helping
with four operational in Europe,” highlights Stelian Iacob, Senior dedication to innovation, particularly in the area of health While the company does use its social media platforms to to bring communities together to create a connected
Vice President at Therme Group and CEO of Therme Group and wellbeing. Excellent public infrastructure and transport engage and interact with its online community, what is more city system. At Therme Group we want to make positive
UK. “For more than 20 years, the Therme wellbeing concept links, serving a large regional population, will enable us to fundamental to its approach is the promotion of a balanced progress towards a better, fairer future, benefitting both
has been transforming how people in Europe spend their free bring an everyday holiday to people throughout the North life with the opportunity to unplug from the digital world, to people and our planet. Our resorts are future-focused
time, whilst boosting their physical and mental health.” West of England,” explains Iacob. instead relax amongst nature. and part of the solution.”

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