GOCO Spas Win Big at World Spa Awards

Bangkok, Thailand, December 13, 2017 --(PR.com)-- GOCO Spa Venice and GOCO Spa Ajman take home top prizes.

Following a record number of votes over 16 weeks by leading spa and wellness tourism professionals, as well as hundreds of thousands of spa consumers from around the world, two GOCO Spas – GOCO Spa Venice at JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa and GOCO Spa Ajman at Ajman Saray, a Luxury Collection Resort – have been officially awarded top honours at the World Spa Awards 2017, which held its gala ceremony at the JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa in Vietnam last night.

GOCO Spa Venice was awarded for the second consecutive year as Italy’s Best Resort Spa, while GOCO Spa Ajman was announced as Ajman’s Best Resort Spa. Rebecca Cohen, Managing Director of the World Spa Awards said, "A well-deserved congratulations to both GOCO Spa Venice and GOCO Spa Ajman.

"It has been a pleasure to recognise them at the 3rd annual World Spa Awards and I hope their recognition, both by their peers and members of the public, will inspire them to aim ever higher in the pursuit of excellence."

Ingo Schweder, Founder and CEO of GOCO Hospitality, commented that, “We are thrilled that both GOCO Spa Venice and GOCO Spa Ajman have been recognised as the top spas in their respective locations. It truly goes to show that a focused dedication to operational excellence and guest service gets rewarded. The World Spa Awards are some of the most prestigious awards in the industry and so winning is a true vote of confidence in what we have achieved.”

GOCO Spas are designed for individualists looking for personalised and authentic wellness experiences in a contemporary setting. They deliver approachable, experiential luxury through a curated programme of traditional and contemporary treatments, high-quality products and immersive rituals focused on achieving results.

GOCO Spa Ajman opened in 2014 at the Ajman Saray, A Starwood Luxury Collection Resort. Located on the Persian Gulf, with uninterrupted views of the turquoise waters and the ivory beach, the 1,200 sqm GOCO Spa Ajman features 13 private treatment rooms and two spa suites with outdoor terraces along with two advanced beauty rooms. Gender-specific wet areas feature a hammam, steam rooms, saunas and an ice fountain. GOCO Spa Ajman was previously also awarded as “Best Luxury Hotel Spa in the Middle East” at the World Luxury Spa Awards 2017.

GOCO Spa Venice opened in May 2015 and is located at the JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa on the picturesque Isola delle Rose, minutes away from St. Mark’s Square by complimentary shuttle service. At 1,750 sqm, GOCO Spa Venice is Venice’s most expansive spa, and offers classic spa rituals, advanced beauty treatments and luxurious heat and water experiences. It displays six treatment rooms with outdoor relaxation areas, two advanced beauty rooms, a luxurious spa suite with an outdoor shower and relaxation area, along with a hammam, an indoor and outdoor vitality pool, bio sauna and Finnish sauna, and an outdoor yoga and meditation garden.

About GOCO Hospitality

GOCO Hospitality is a pioneering consultancy, development and management company creating, designing and operating tomorrow’s spa and wellness hospitality concepts. From initial market research through to concept, design and management, our experienced research, creative and operational teams collaborate closely with clients to create innovative wellness solutions specially tailored to meet the demands of the location and target market.

GOCO Hospitality’s expert team of multidisciplinary professionals delivers totally unique results for a clientele ranging from individual boutique investors to global hospitality brands.

GOCO Hospitality’s portfolio includes four individual hospitality brands: GOCO Spa, GOCO Retreat, GOCO Life and GOCO Residences. We currently operate the award-winning GOCO Spa Venice and GOCO Spa Ajman, as well as own and manage the Glen Ivy Hot Springs in Southern California, America’s oldest hot spring resort.