South African Brand Makes History on Global Stage, Achieving Triple Recognition at International Awards
Bangkok, Thailand – 18 September 2025 – Healing Earth proudly announces a groundbreaking achievement as its Transformative Wellness Spa at Brahman Hills was crowned Spa of the Year at the highly esteemed Destination Deluxe Awards 2025, held at the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand, on 17 September 2025.
This remarkable victory represents a historic milestone for South African wellness excellence, as Healing Earth stands as the only South African brand competing in these prestigious international spa awards alongside some of the world's most established luxury hospitality giants, including Capella Group, Six Senses, L'Occitane, Four Seasons Spa, and ESPA.
A Global Arena of Excellence
The Destination Deluxe Awards represent one of the most rigorous and respected recognition programmes in the international luxury wellness sector. The awards are adjudicated by 21 esteemed industry judges with decades of combined experience in the world's finest 5 and 6-star spas, wellness and hotel establishments. These distinguished panellists apply stringent criteria when evaluating nominees, making this recognition a tremendous honour and testament to Healing Earth's world-class standards.
"To compete against and triumph over brands that have dominated the global spa industry for decades is an extraordinary achievement," said Elisabeth Brandt, CEO and Founder of Healing Earth, who accepted the award alongside Elizabeth Davie, Marketing Director of Healing Earth, during the gala ceremony. The award was presented by Vivienne Tang, Founder and CEO of Destination Deluxe, and Cristina Doerig, Retreats & Business Development Manager.
Triple Recognition on the International Stage
Healing Earth's global credentials were further solidified with triple recognition at the awards ceremony:
Healing Earth Transformative Wellness Spa at Brahman Hills - Winner: Spa of the Year
Healing Earth - Finalist: Spa Skincare Brand of the Year, competing against internationally acclaimed brands including Subtle Energies, Comfort Zone, ESPA, and Tata Harper. All multi-award-winning industry leaders with established global footprints.
Siringit Spa by Healing Earth, Arusha, Tanzania - Finalist: Eco-Spa of the Year, alongside other prestigious brands including Six Senses, Four Seasons, Banyan Tree, and other industry leaders.
"This triple recognition demonstrates that Healing Earth has transcended regional boundaries and now firmly establishes itself in the global spa and wellness marketplace," noted Elisabeth Brandt. "As a proudly South African and African brand, being considered among the world's best on the international stage validates our commitment to excellence and positions us as a serious contender in the global arena of spa and wellness services."
A Prestigious Platform for Industry Excellence
The Destination Deluxe Awards & Wellness Day 2025 brought together the world's most influential leaders in the wellness industry, innovators, and luxury travel connoisseurs for two days of inspiring programming. The event featured comprehensive panel discussions, transformative wellness workshops, and exclusive networking opportunities that foster innovation and collaboration among industry visionaries.
The conference has fostered numerous valuable networking connections and collaborative opportunities for Healing Earth, with beautiful interactive events bringing together attendees from across the globe. A comprehensive overview of the event experience, including detailed insights and highlights from Elisabeth Brandt, Elizabeth Davie and Gina Brandt, will be featured in an upcoming detailed event summary.
About Healing Earth Transformative Wellness Spa at Brahman Hills
Located in the pristine KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, the award-winning spa represents a harmonious fusion of modern luxury and indigenous natural heritage. The spa offers guests a transformative sanctuary featuring bespoke treatments, holistic healing sessions, and state-of-the-art facilities, including scenic pools, steam rooms, and therapy rooms overlooking the estate's breathtaking natural landscape.
This recognition celebrates the exceptional dedication and innovation of the entire Healing Earth and Brahman Hills team, who continue to elevate standards in skincare and wellness while honouring South Africa's rich botanical legacy.
About Healing Earth
Healing Earth is a proudly South African wellness and skincare brand committed to harnessing the transformative power of indigenous botanicals and holistic wellness practices.
Through its global network of spas, including the award-winning Transformative Wellness Spa at Brahman Hills, comprehensive spa training, education, and an innovative skincare range, Healing Earth creates exceptional wellness experiences tailored for the most discerning clientele.
About Destination Deluxe Awards
The Destination Deluxe Awards recognise excellence across 25 carefully curated categories in wellness, luxury travel, spas, beauty, and skincare. Known for their emphasis on quality, authenticity, transparency, and innovation, these awards represent one of the most prestigious recognitions in the global luxury wellness and travel sectors.
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Gina Brandt
Communications Director
📧 gina@healingearth.co.za
📞 +27 79 510 9082
www.healingearth.co.za
Lynette Webster
Operations Manager
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📞 +27 21 555 1896
www.healingearth.co.za