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MEMBER PERSPECTIVES only book a single treatment, with upselling happening after- wards. To better engage with his guests’ desire for longer, more curated treatments, Cote and his team have pivoted towards offering carefully paired combination treatments and experiences that are booked upfront. “They like the ‘one and done’ which allows our premium-priced treatments to shine,” comments Cote. “The result is a more impactful and memorable experience, as well as increased spa utilization.” Miraval Resort & Spa has also seen guests clamoring for the same sense of curation and customization that Cote has observed. At their Austin location, spa guests can write a “letter of intention, which will be used in a future guest’s Four Seasons Resort Lana'i reports that more spa-goers are booking longer, shared experiences. 26 PULSE ■ December 2018