Singapore– Banyan Tree Spa Academy, established by Asia’s leading spa operator - Banyan Tree Spa, has garnered the prestigious PATA Grand Award in Education and Training for the 2010 PATA Gold Awards. This coveted accolade is presented by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) to industry stakeholders that have made outstanding contributions to the development and promotion of travel and tourism across the Asia Pacific region in a responsible and sustainable manner.

Singapore– The award-winning publication Condé Nast Traveler in the U.S.A. has named Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts as a winner of the prestigious 2010 World Savers Awards. Honouring the airlines, cruise lines, resorts, hotel chains and tour operators that are dedicated to saving their communities and the world, Condé Nast Traveler selected Banyan Tree as the overall winner among large hotel chains in the ‘Doing It All’ category.

Singapore– Set in Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Banyan Tree Al Wadi unveils The Rainforest – the first and only complete hydrothermal experience in UAE, located within the resort’s newly opened Banyan Tree Spa. The Rainforest is a signature innovation by Banyan Tree Spa and features invigorating hydrothermal experiences infused with time-honoured Asian wellness philosophy.

Seoul, South Korea– Banyan Tree Spa, the award-winning Asian spa operator marked its inaugural presence in South Korea in June 2010, offering spa aficionados a range of time-honoured Asian healing therapies and Korean-inspired treatments for complete rejuvenation. Located on the third floor in the Club building of the newly opened Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul in Seoul’s Namsan district, it is open to the public as well as hotel guests and Club members seeking a getaway in the fast-paced city.

Singapore- A leading manager and developer of premium resorts, hotels and spas in the world, Banyan Tree Holdings Limited (“Group”) has to date received over 70 awards in 2010, reaching the 600th milestone since its inception in 1994. This follows the Group’s expansion, both within and outside of Asia Pacific. Continued efforts and innovation in the realms of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and spa services have also garnered further recognition in 2010.