From day one, Spabreaks.com has set out to challenge and improve the wellness industry, making it more accessible to more people. This ethos runs through every fibre of our being - the product we offer, the way we offer it, the way we work, how we support our team and how we support our business partners.

Just eight miles outside Manchester, it's surrounded by landscaped gardens and views of the Pennine Hills, offering modern hospitality and wellbeing as well as easy access to the buzz of a vibrant city of culture and entertainment.

Spabreaks.com is now a multi award-winning spa booking agency and business, but that isn’t what we’re most proud of.  Our motivation is about providing the best experiences for spa goers, and also making sure everyone feels welcome and able to access the spa industry. Here are some of the ways we have been working to make wellbeing more accessible and even more enjoyable.

Created by Abi Selby, Spabreaks.com is a spa booking agency working with more than 600 spa destinations around the world and arranging spa days and breaks for up to 12,000 people each week. From a small team of three, we have grown to a family of more than 90 members of staff with an office of knowledgeable spa consultants in Brighton. But those are just the numbers.

We're in the midst of the winter months (although have thankfully passed the shortest day), but with the chill outside and the ongoing trend for wild swimming, winter dips and the Wim Hof method, what better time to discuss the healing powers of cold spa treatments?

Perhaps one of the most soothing natural elements in any environment is natural light. The power of this simple feature never fails to amaze, relaxing, uplifting the spirits and providing a sense of calm. With that in mind, it's no accident that the Glass House Retreat is both named and characterised by abundant natural light, setting the scene for a modern wellness break full of feel good factor.

Every journey starts with a moment of inspiration, coupled with a deep understanding of a situation. Abi Selby's moment of inspiration came in 2006 when she began honing her vision for changing the way we experience the spa industry. This is her story.

January is a month known for its dark weather, sad moods and hibernating post-Christmas. This year, Spabreaks.com is working to flip this stereotype on its head, turning Blue Monday into You Monday with 10% off all Spabreaks.com bookings and vouchers.

To help you take care of you, this week Spabreaks.com is rewarding you for rewarding you, with the chance for one lucky customer to a £500 voucher to cover their food shopping.

Call Center Sales Manager, Ashley Francis, explains what it takes to create the perfect group getaway.