Planet Beach Contempo Spa Franchise News

Planet Beach Contempo Spa Expands in Mexico, Peru, Colombia, Chile and Will Add Over 100 New Units
NEW ORLEANS, LA--(Marketwire - Feb 21, 2012) - Planet Beach is expanding its revolutionary, automated day spa service into Mexico, Chile, Peru and Colombia thanks to an enthusiastic Miami businesswoman eager to bring cost-effective day spa services to customers throughout Latin America.
Jeannette Aguilar, a current franchisee for Planet Beach Contempo Spa in South Florida, plans to open up to 100 international locations.
Her empire started with a coupon.
"As a former executive, I used to always try and make time to look nice, so I would go to the gym, but I was also looking for a way to get as many massages as I wanted without hurting my budget," Aguilar said...

Planet Beach® of Marrero, LA has been honored with a recognition by New Orleans CityBusiness in its selection of "Top 100 Private Companies."
MARRERO, La., Nov. 30, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Announcing a special recognition appearing in the March, 2009 issue of New Orleans CityBusiness published by New Orleans Publishing Group, L.L.C.. Planet Beach® was selected for the following honor:
"Top 100 Private Companies"
A spokesperson from Planet Beach® commented on the recognition: "This is quite an honor for us. The fact that New Orleans CityBusiness included Planet Beach® in its selection of "Top 100 Private Companies," signals that our constant efforts towards business excellence are paying off. We are proud to be included in this recognition...

One-Month Deal Includes Skin, Massage, Body Detox Treatments at Automated Day Spa
 NEW ORLEANS, LA--(Marketwire - Sep 27, 2011) - Skin and moods take a beating as the weather cools, summer fun fades and time demands seem to double. Planet Beach has a relaxation package to relieve stress and make the transition a rejuvenating one.

For $99, new Planet Beach Contempo Spa customers receive a month of total relaxation that includes push-button massages, UV therapy, guided meditation plus full-body hydration and detoxification treatments. The promotion also includes an exclusive product from among Planet Beach's proprietary lines.
″Our 'Relaxation' promotion will help with skin care and all the stress that the season brings -- back to school, holidays and juggling the demands of our busy lives,″ Melissa Sire, Spa Performance Consultant said...

Contempo Spa Gives Customer Less Expensive Option Than Traditional Day Spas NEW ORLEANS, LA--(Marketwire - Aug 23, 2011) - Planet Beach Contempo Spa may not look like a traditional day spa with its high-tech automated day spa services and unique environment, but it is growing in popularity and grabbing market share from traditional day spas.

Unlike a traditional day spa, high-tech automatic equipment in private rooms perform the services. The automated approach gives customers privacy and appeals to those who prefer hands-off spa services and lower costs. Customers purchase monthly memberships like a health club, which allows them to have more frequent massages, spray tans, facials and other services than they normally would.

The franchise world is paying attention...

Growing day spa franchise picks West Virginia college student to represent brand NEW ORLEANS, Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- A graphic design student from West Virginia will be the 2011 international spokesmodel for Planet Beach Contempo Spas, the world's largest day spa franchise.

After winning the Ohio regional competition and advancing to the world finals, Jennifer Comer, 22, was crowned the winner at Friday's finals in New Orleans. Her $150,000 prize package includes two Planet Beach Contempo Spa franchise licenses, $25,000 in cash and a travel package to represent the growing franchisor.

"Planet Beach has created an entirely new segment of the day spa industry," said Comer. "It's an honor to be at the forefront as Planet Beach expands its contempo spa concept...

New franchise is UV-Free and hits bank financing sweet spot

NEW ORLEANS, Sept 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Beach® Franchising Corporation, a recognizable leader in the health, wellness and beauty industry, has launched a lower investment version of its successful Contempo Spa™ franchise.

The new version of the Planet Beach Contempo Spa model has a lower franchise fee, half the total investment and lower build out costs than the current version. These franchises are designed specifically for smaller spaces and do not include traditional UV-therapy, a first for Planet Beach.

"In today's challenging times, many people are looking to change careers and start businesses but don't have the cash to open a larger business; bank financing for more expensive franchises is harder to come by," said Tiffany Lassiegne, President of U...

Global demand for relaxation and spa services drives international expansionNEW ORLEANS /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Beach Contempo Spas has opened its first of several automated day spa franchises in Cairo, Egypt, catering to increased demand for affordable day spa and relaxation services in Africa and the Middle East.

Cairo Franchise Owner Ibraham Fifhier has plans to open 14 additional Planet Beach locations in Egypt over the next three years.

SpaFinder.com, a global directory, currently lists only 22 day spas in Africa and 24 in the Middle East. Changing economies have given rise to a larger middle and upper class populations in both regions with more disposable income. This has generated more demand for day spa services, creating potentially lucrative markets...

Leading UV therapy and spa service franchise premiers new international spokesmodel search

NEW ORLEANS—Planet Beach, the recognized leader in UV therapy and spa services, is calling for fabulous and unique women ages 35 and up to participate in the first ever Ms. Planet Beach Gen X competition to be held in cyberspace.

The Ms. Planet Beach Gen X Spokesmodel Search is an online competition where Web site visitors can vote for their favorite Ms. Planet Beach Gen X contestant by viewing posted profiles and pictures. The three contestants with the most votes will receive a trip to New Orleans for a three day stay at the Ritz Carlton New Orleans to participate in the Ms. Planet Beach International Pageant event and modeling photo shoot...