cím: Town Hévíz twinkles with Christmas lights!

lead: On friday with the assistance of Santa Claus the most beautiful shop window awards were handed out.

tartalom: + 1 On the occasion of Advent more and more Christmas lights go up also this year in Hévíz. In addition to the festive decorations of public places, service providers also await the visiting guests with more and more beautiful shop windows and decorated houses. The eye-catching Christmas lights, the decorations, which are sometimes traditional, sometimes  romantic and lovely  or in many cases made of using natural materials, the Christmas tree of the town and the Advent wreath together create the Christmas atmosphere of Hévíz.  This Advent, the Hévíz TDM Association also announced a Christmas decoration contest titled „A brilliant idea!”, for which anyone could enter, who felt that he/she offered customers a really gorgeus christmas window display.   The jury took a walk around the town in the afternoon of 4th December in order to rate the shop windows, and announced its rating points in several categories, such as elegance, harmonic appearence, style, use of natural materials, surprising, funny or fabulous ideas. The general public could vote for the service provider who would won the Audience Award based on the pictures shared by the participants on the website www.facebook.com/heviz.info. Awards were given out in a total of 4 categories.  I. Business premises, catering establishments: First prize: Hofbrau Vendéglő (Restaurant) (931/9 Nagyparkoló Square) Second prize: Magyar Csárda(Restaurant) (2 Tavirózsa Street) and Street Fashion clothes shop (2 Széchenyi Street)   II. Private accommodation: First prize: Guszti Villa (18 Széchenyi Street) Second prize: Fortuna Villa (1 Fortuna Street) and Kaktusz Villa (116 Attila Street)   III. Hotel category: First prize: Kolping Hotel **** Spa & Family Resort (120 Fő Street, Alsópáhok) Second prize: Lotus Therme Hotel & Spa***** (1 Lótuszvirág Street)  and NaturMed Hotel Carbona ****superior (1 Attila Street)   Audience Award winner based on the audience's  votes: Lotus Therme Hotel & Spa***** (1 Lótuszvirág Street)   The prizes were made by a local ceramic artist Barakonyi István, and we hope that they will be nice decorations of every winning shop window and building.   The jury chose the Hofbrau Restaurant as the absolute winner of the competition based on the total scores and the overall look. Therefore, besides the first prize the manager of the restaurant Czigány Hedvig  could also receive a challenge cup, for which there hopefully will be a lot of applicants next year.   We would recommend that our guests explore all the small beauties of the town, find the most atmospheric store, restaurant or accommodation, try the ice rink re-opened on 5th December after the bathings in the pleasantly warm water of the lake, visit the arts and crafts Advent market and warm up your heart by tasting a pleasantly scenting punch, tea or mulled wine under the twinkling festive lights.    We wish you a merry Christmas!

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cím: Hotel Európa fit****superior is the 'Hotel of the Year 2014'

lead: In the four-star superior category the Hotel Európa fit****superior has won the title “Hotel of the Year"

tartalom: + 1 The Hungarian Association of Hotels and Restaurants (MSZÉSZ) in cooperation with Hungary Tourism PLC recently announced the winners of the Hotel of the Year award for 2014. The 15 nominated hotels for the "Hotel of the Year" contested in three, four and five star categories.  In the four-star superior category the Hotel Európa fit****superior has won the title of “Hotel of the Year”, as the only provincial hotel in Hungary. The jury took into consideration the quality of services (investigated on the basis of the MSZÉSZ' own mystery shopper tests), the innovative sales and hotel management methods, the revenue-indicators, Human Resources practices, CSR as well as the opinions of guests (on hotel review and reservation websites such TripAdvisor, Booking, Expedia, Holidaycheck, etc.).   We are especially proud of this award, because long years of well considered development policy, the customer-centric mentality and the hard work of nearly 200 workers have been rewarded with this prize. Thank you for this fantastic acknowledgement and congratulations to all the participants and winners!  

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cím: Acupuncture

lead: Acupuncture is part of traditional Chinese medicine, which has a several thousand years old history

tartalom: + 1 Acupuncture is part of traditional Chinese medicine, which has a several thousand years old history. Acupuncture is successfully applied as a supplementary treatment for weight loss programs and dieting. By the stimulation of the acupuncture points located on the ears hunger and appetite can be decreased and digestion can be improved.  With the help of acupuncture several diseases can be cured, which cannot be treated by using Western medicine. It was not considered as a reliable treatment method for a long time, but by now it is widespread also in Western countries.  During acupuncture treatment patient is treated with a needle. Stimulation of the acupuncture points located on the body has an influence on the operation of our organs and organ systems. Needles play an important role in the opening of the blockages occurring in the meridians (channels: energy transportation system, which covers the entire body) as described in the acupressure part. The path of Qi (vital power) is opened with needles, by ensuring its circulation and the balancing of controversial energies (Jin and Jang).  In ancient times, when acupuncture was developed needles were made from bones, stones and bamboo. European physicians use flexible steel needles, instead of the traditional golden or silver needles. The length of acupuncture needles varies between 10 to 200 mm. But also permanent needles are used, which are taped after insertion and allowed to remain in the body for several days. There are approximately 400 acupuncture points on our body. During acupuncture treatment thin needles are inserted in various layers of the skin through the acupuncture points. For different diseases the combination of different points are used. Treatment duration varies – it also depends of the illness type. During one treatment multiple needles are inserted in the acupuncture points, and these needles are left in the skin depending on the pain level (starting from 15 minutes to 20 to 25 minutes). If necessary the needles are twisted and moved. Regularity is also very important during acupuncture therapy. In the case of a therapy with 10 to 12 treatments a weekly 1 to 2 treatments are recommended. Acupuncture is suitable for the mitigation of circulation disorders, elimination and mitigation of chronic pains, for the treatment of nervous-, digestive system diseases, respiratory system, dermatological, gynaecological and paediatrics disorders. The treatment does not have any side effects.  

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cím: Anti cellulite therapy

lead: The aim of the anti cellulite therapy is to get rid of or to reduce orange skin.

tartalom: + 1 The aim of the anti cellulite therapy is to get rid of or to reduce orange skin. There are various methods for eliminating cellulite.  Most people, but mainly women fight a grim battle with cellulite. Cellulite or orange skin develops at the bottom of the skin and in the true derm. It can also develop at young age, not only in the buttock and thigh areas but also on the belly and hands due to extreme depositing of the fatty tissue. Due to the toxic substances deposited in the fatty tissue the adipose cells increase in size and as a result blood supply and lymphoid circulation deteriorates. But the reasons for orange skin may be the followings: genes, not sufficient amount of fluid consumption, metabolism and hormone disorder, external impacts, not enough exercise and improper nutrition.     Cellulite massage and physical exercise During the lymphoid and blood circulation stimulating manual massage the toxic substance extraction in the cellulite areas is increased and the stagnant tissue fluids are emptied. Physical exercise helps to break down fat storages and strengthens the muscles in the affected areas.   Body wrapping The affected areas are covered with a lotion containing fat burner active agents. The body is than wrapped in a special foil. The treated person spends approximately 35 to 40 minutes in the wrap. As a result of the treatment the skin becomes taut and orange skin symptoms are mitigated. Usually 15 treatments are recommended during one body wrapping therapy.   Body shaping lotions/gels Nowadays shops are offering various body shaping beauty care products with promises of taut and smooth skin after treatment. During prevention and treatment it is very helpful to detoxicate the body by drinking of plenty of fluids, to avoid fatty food, sweets and excessive alcohol consumption

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cím: Medical treatment in Hévíz

lead: If it is Hévíz, the most important healing element is bathing in the thermal lake.

tartalom: + 1 The gentle and smothering touch of the water, the feeling of floating, the swinging lotus flowers, the odour of the healing water and the green leafy crown of the surrounding trees all have a calming effect on the nervous system, and evoke the psychological feeling of healing. To experience when water drops as tiny little balls give a gentle massage to the body is unique throughout the whole world. The medicinal lake of Hévíz not only provides the feeling of bathing, but also means the basis of traditional medical treatments and healing wellness treatments. Bath treatment constitutes the basis of the medical and healing treatment of Lake Hévíz, but it is also important to emphasise such unique medical treatments as mud-pack, the famous weight bath, different types of medical massage and drinking cure. The healing treasures of the thermal water are complemented by the medical effects provided by the natural environment. It means that the green trees around the lake and the released steam which extends in a cap-like shape over the lake create a joint effect.   The recommended duration of medical treatments in Hévíz is 2 weeks, but our guests may stay for shorter or longer treatments as well. A traditional one or more-week medical treatment usually starts with a thorough examination by a specialist, mainly a rheumatologist doctor, and is followed by special treatments, which are carried out by expert professionals. The therapy treatment of Hévíz includes mechano-, balneo- and physiotherapy treatments, the joint application of which have a combined effect. The manager and operator of the thermal lake is Hévíz Thermal Lake and Saint Andrew Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases public company, which offers its guests a wide range of services. The treatments offered in Hévíz not only have an immediate healing effect, but prevent the recurrence of pain for several months ahead. Indications Contraindications

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cím: Do Something for Your Heart

lead: CardioMobile has arrived in Hévíz with its unique new-generation 2015 cardiovascular screening program.

tartalom: + 1 CardioMobile has arrived in Hévíz with its unique new-generation 2015 cardiovascular screening program. The offered professional cardiovascular screening examinations are available for local people as well as for visitors who come to the spa town to heal and to relax. Pay attention: cardiovascular disease is still the number one killer all over the world. In Europe, cardiovascular diseases are responsible for 52 % of total mortality in women and 42 % in men. Over the past decades, there has been an enormous global attention to prevent cardiovascular diseases in order to improve mortality statistics in the developed countries of Western Europe. For example, Finland has introduced effective screening and prevention programs and experienced a dramatic, 70% decrease in cardiovascular mortality during the past 30 years. However, prevention is still not considered as an important part of life by many.  In everyday life, we spend a lot of time and money on our homes, cars, hobbies, but we do not pay enough attention to preserve our health. We only realize this, when the disease develops and often results in irreversible health damage. Cardiovascular diseases develop silently during decades, therefore the health risk assessment is important already at an early age. The efficacy of prevention is the highest at younger ages, may be able to prevent more than 90% of events at the age of 35-45. Therefore, from the age of 30 it is advisable to participate in a certified cardiovascular screening program once a year.     CardioMobile’s comprehensive screening examinations are based on the current guidelines of the European Society of Cardiology and on the professional recommendations of the Hungarian Society of Cardiology. Importantly, CardioMobile screening program is the only dedicated screening program endorsed by the Hungarian Society of Cardiology. The main aim of the CardioMobile screening program is to offer high-quality screening in an exclusive environment as part of your relaxing holiday: prearranged program without waiting and rush, just next door to your hotel. Measurements are performed reliable, clinically validated screening devices according to the latest developments in medical technology. Local partners are there to help you with making an appointment. Prepare yourself and do something for a healthier and longer life. For screening locations and available time schedules, please visit our website: www.cardiomobile.eu Contact us for further information: info@cardiomobile.eu

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cím: SPA-CE is returning to Hungary

lead: The 7th SPA-CE, the first and only spa and wellness trade show for Central Europe, will be held in Hévíz.

tartalom: + 1 The 7th SPA-CE, the first and only spa and wellness trade show for Central Europe, will be held from 1 to 3 October 2015 in Hévíz, Hungary. Around 30 spa and wellness providers from Central Europe will meet with more than 40 cherry-picked hosted buyers to find new business connections, learn and enjoy the warm Hungarian hospitality. As one of the oldest European countries, Hungary combines rich cultural experience with top-notch medical, health and wellness offer. Hévíz with the fresh colours of nature and the relaxing atmosphere is an ideal place for this boutique B2B event dedicated to spa and wellness tourism. Iztok Altbauer, Director of Slovenian Spa Association and SPA-CE organizer looks forward to another great collaboration with the Hungarian team: “After the 5th edition was held in Sárvár, SPA-CE is going international again. We are really honestly happy that the world famous lake resort Hévíz in Hungary agreed to be the host of this year’s meeting of the spa industry of Central Europe.” Orsolya Horváth, Managing director at Hévízi Turisztikai Nonprofit Kft and official host of this year’s trade show welcomes exhibitors and buyers to Hévíz: “»Nomen est Omen«, your name is your value, as the Romans thought. The name of the town means hot water, which in itself shows what is going on here. The world’s largest natural thermal lake that is suitable for swimming can be found here. A better reason is not needed to hold the event SPA-CE. Every participant can expect that we, as hosts, will make every effort to serve hosted buyers and exhibitors on the highest level.” Over the years SPA-CE has become the European junction for all professionals working in the spa and wellness tourism. Iztok Altbauer explains: “Just looking around us, the Central European region has the strongest focus on the spa industry in a concentrated area so great opportunities are waiting for us. We are happy to say SPA-CE is strengthening its position on this market every year. Since its beginnings, the show has hosted more than 160 providers of spa and wellness services and hosted buyers on average more than 15 countries from Europe. Also the number of B2B meetings is really impressive as it has surpassed 3.300. Another important fact is also that we are able to attract more and more new potential partners. Just last year, when the Slovenian traditional Spa town Radenci was the host of the SPA-CE workshop, there were more than 90 % of newcomers.” The boutique trade-show will again offer a one-of-a-kind experience. Next to business where the focus will be on pre-scheduled meetings between providers and hosted buyers, SPA-CE will offer a great educational programme and fam trip for hosted buyers. Registrations for exhibitors and hosted buyers are already open. Different exhibitor packages are available for spa and wellness providers at an Early Bird price till 31 May 2015. “We are welcoming all in Hévíz in the beginning of October where the European Spa business will meet for the first time. And we are sure you would not want to miss the opportunity to be a part of it,” said Iztok Altbauer. To find out more about SPA-CE please visit www.spa-ce.si or write to info@spa-ce.si.

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cím: Paraffin treatment

lead: Paraffin treatment is recommended for the treatment of dry, chapped and stained hands.

tartalom: + 1 Unfortunately nowadays we are exposed to various chemicals and environmental impacts. Mainly our hands suffer the most from these impacts. Paraffin treatment is recommended for the treatment of dry, chapped and stained hands. The treatment starts with a hand wash, which is followed by rubbing. After the removal of the devitalised epidermic cells, the skin absorbs easier the lotion used during hand massage. The next step is dipping the hands in warmed up paraffin, which sticks to the skin and the hands are covered in a plastic bag and gloves. Guest is relaxing for about 20 minutes in the wrap. After that the gloves together with the paraffin are removed. Finally the hands are covered in skin-protection lotion. The treatment does not only treat the skin surface, but the active agents are also absorbed by deeper layers of the skin through the pores thus increasing blood circulation and oxygen supply of the tissues. The word paraffin comes from the composition of the Latin words of parum and affinis. Paraffin may be liquid, gas or solid. In clear format it is solid, odourless, colourless, white material with a waxy touch. Melting point is around 47 to 64 °C.

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cím: Infra-red sauna cabin

lead: Nowadays we can enjoy a sauna experience not only in wellness salons but also in our home.

tartalom: + 1 Infra-red saunas for one or two persons are available in special stores.  Infra-red sauna cabins use infra-red radiation, which causes deep heat sensation in the tissues of the body. As it is a deep heat treatment, 80% of the energy used in the cabin warms up the body and only 20% is used for heating the surrounding air of the cabin. The infra-red radiation gets under the skin in a depth of 1 cm, where it loosens up the excreta and toxic substances located under the skin layer and empties them via the perspiratory glands. Cabin temperature is about 45 to 80 °C; humidity is about 45 to 50 %. Recommended duration is about 45 to 60 minutes once or twice a day. As the temperature of the infra-red sauna is lower than the traditional Finnish sauna, the stay in the infra-red sauna is less straining for the body.     Beneficial effects of the infra-red sauna: Burns calories, namely it has a slimming effect An infra-red sauna treatment with a duration of 30 minutes may burn up to 300 calories! Alleviator of pain –by expanding the external blood vessels Stimulates and strengthens the immune system Improves and strengthens the blood circulation Cleans the body from harmful substances Eliminates orange skin Cures joint-related pains Anti-stress and relaxing effect Improves the looks of the skin

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cím: Traditional Hévíz Therapy has become a brand

lead: The town has created an own trademark for the sake of the accreditation of therapies based on the curative power of Lake Hévíz, which is unique also in Europe.

tartalom: + 1 They would like to have the Traditional Hévíz Therapy recognised also by professional European organisations. The therapy gets excellent result in mitigating the spine and musculoskeletal complaints. Recently, Hévíz has been able to deservedly win laurels, the town has even two reasons to receive the congratulations with raised head. In recent days one of the most significant milestones in the life of the town is that the lake has been declared Hungarikum, therefore the cup of Hévíz cannot be knocked off the table of national prestige anymore. Along with the lake, the traditional medicine of Hévíz, which has never been this successful, has also become Hungarikum. The healing effect of the bath culture of Hévíz is legendary throughout Europe, the curative power of the thermal water attracts masses of people who would like to be cured next to the western edge of Lake Balaton. Here, visitors spend more than a million nights annually. The Managing Director of Tourism Non-profit Ltd. of Hévíz, Horváth Orsolya said that the timing of the Therapy's branding was a special pleasure for the town, as it was 220 years ago this year that the first bathhouse had been built on the lake. In the course of these two centuries the Traditional Hévíz Therapy has simply become a brand. The qualification certificates related to the Therapy were handed over by the Mayor of Hévíz, Papp Gábor and the Managing Director of the Tourism Ltd., Horváth Orsolya. In addition to bathing in medicinal water, the basic element of the Therapy are mud bath and weight bath. As additional treatment, the consumption of the medicinal water from a drinking-fountain is also a part of the healing process, as well as massages, movement therapies, and physio- and hydro therapies too. The duration of the therapy is two weeks in a standard case. Professionals, specialised in this area, has worked on the development of the standardised Therapy, the fruit of their work is the establishment of a unique healing system. In the qualification of the institutes providing the cure prominent doctors has acted, such as the Medical Director of Spa Hévíz and Saint Andrew's Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases, Dr. Mándó Zsuzsanna, the Sports Doctor and Rheumatologist of NaturMed Hotel Carbona**** superior, Dr. Major Zoltán and the Chief Physician of the Hotel Európa fit****superior, Dr. Moll Veronika, who happens to be the inventor of weight bath, Dr. Moll Károly's daughter. The professional knowledge of the creators of the medical brand guarantees that those who want to recover here in Hévíz will be able to receive a therapy system, which is worthy of traditions and constantly advancing with the times. - Horváth Orsolya said. She sees the professionalism of the Therapy in two factors: presence of skills and medical supervision. The Manager of the Tourism Ltd. also said that the Traditional Hévíz Therapy primarily can be called the trademark of Hévíz and the town intends to raise the brand to European-level. The Office for Harmonization in the Internal Market is the institution that is responsible for trademark protection in the European Union. Hévíz has submitted the logo of the Therapy here, and in addition the town has a good chance to receive positive judgement, because there is currently no competing logo in the market. The final decision is expected by October. The practitioners of the Traditional Hévíz Therapy will be entitled to use the official logo of the therapy, every institution, which has the sufficient professional, therapeutic background and medical infrastructure (pool with medicinal water, weight bath, facilities for mud packing, etc.), will be able to do so. Currently, this can be said of the following hotels: Spa Hévíz and Saint Andrew's Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases, Danubius Health Spa Resort Aqua****, Danubius Health Spa Resort Hévíz****superior, Hotel Aquamarin***, Hotel Europa fit****superior, Hunguest Hotel Helios***, NaturMed Hotel Carbona****superior, and the Kolping Hotel Spa & Family Resort **** in Alsópáhok. The Traditional Hévíz Therapy's logo design, which is under registration.

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cím: Active recreation in autumn

lead: The weather forecast says in September and in October we will have many sunshine and a great autumnal weather.

tartalom: + 1 There is no better time for the active recreation. It is the time for the big cycling and hiking tours. Hévíz and the surroundings are giving a great area for these activities. Hiking Walking tours do not require any preparation or sports equipment. Tourist keen on nature may explore the area abounding in woods even individually. The West- Balaton Region, within that the Small-Balaton and the Balaton Highlands with their unique natural values as well as Hévíz and its surroundings rich in forests provide great opportunities for the tourists who are willing to find a few days for wandering the countryside. These days walking with special poles, called Nordic walking, is getting more and more popular.We recommend this activity primarily for our elderly visitors, since you burden not only your legs but you can set the upper part of your body in motion as well. Nordic walking can be pursued anywhere. Of course, the best choice is walking outdoors, enjoying the fresh air in a pleasant environment close to nature. Such conditions enhance the beneficial effects of the Nordic walking; it relieves stress and improves stamina and gait. The most popular Nordic walking route – a 6-km-long tour on the route Hévíz Véderdő (shelter forest) – Nemesbük – Egregy winery row – may be covered within one and a half hours. With cycle Hévíz and its surroundings provide you with good cycling facilities; there is a number of built cycle tracks and marked cycle routes. While cycling, you can get to know the towns and superb landscapes of the Balaton Highlands, the volcanic hills and the valleys hiding between the shore hills as well as the wildlife of the Small Balaton. You can hire a bike in various places, including tourist offices, hotels and even guest houses. Our short tours could be enjoyable for anybody. Speed is not essential on our short tours. Most of the tours are led on cycle paths, minor roads with low traffic or on well passable dirt roads. Explore the attractions and the beauties of nature on two wheels, and what is even more important is that you’ll make efforts for your health. The best cycle trips in the surroundings

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cím: Wellness ABC - what does it mean? Letter B - F

lead: Letter „B – F” Balneotherapy, Caldarium, Chinese massage, Cleopatra-bath, Fango

tartalom: + 1 Wellness ABC – what does it mean? Letter „B – F”   Balneotherapy This is a kind of treatment with medicinal water or so called thermal mineral water not classified as medicinal water yet. It comprises drinking cure with such waters, inhalation, mud treatment, carbonated baths and medicinal baths. Caldarium This is one of the facilities used in Roman baths, which means hot watery bathroom. The caldarium, usually tiled or covered with marble, in which people usually stay for 30 to 40 minutes, poses less burden on human organism than a sauna due to the lower temperatures (40-50 °C) and the humidity of the air (70-100%).   Chinese massage The Chinese massage may be considered as a kind of acupuncture combined with stretching. The massage may consist of various parts. It may refer to the spine massage and the Chinese head massage aiming at the head and neck. During the massage the acupuncture points are treated as well. The Chinese massage also includes the stretching of muscles or joints.   Cleopatra-bath Cleopatra, the Egyptian Queen did her best to fight ageism; she tried to make her skin soft and healthy by having a bath with donkey milk in it. The beauty care products named after her suggest having a bath with a mixture of milk and vegetable oil. These products are based on the conditioning and nourishing effects that milk and vegetable oils have on the skin.     Fango Mud pack from ground volcanic rock is applied to a certain part or the whole of the body. Fango is capable of holding heat for a long period, rich in minerals and free of organic substances. It has been used for treatment of rheumatism for centuries, and it is also used for beautician purposes.   More about wellness? Here!

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cím: Egregy Wine Cellars

lead: Traditonal hungraian cuisine, local wines, beautyful panorama… In Egregy you can enjoy every night!

tartalom: + 1 The Egregy part of Hévíz town is famous for its gastronomic delicacies. From downtown you can access the wine cellars in 25 minutes on foot. On your way you will we pass Jesus’ Heart Church (Jézus szíve templom) at the end of Zrínyi Street or you can visit the Roman excavation site at the end of Attila Street. In the evenings the wine cellars and restaurants built in between the rows of vines are magnets for the guests of the town. This is a great place for the guests - exhausted after bathing – to charge up with a nice dinner or enjoy a wine tasting event while listening to live music. Restaurants offer not only traditional Hungarian specialties, but also international dishes on their open air terraces or in the cosy wine cellars. If you carry on down Dombföldi Street among the wine cellars, you can reach the Arpadian Age Church, which is one the most beautiful built cultural heritage of Hévíz. From April to October you can reach it with the Dottó sightseeing train, or by car to Egregyi Street.

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cím: Acupressure

lead: It means the manual pressurizing of the acupressure and acupuncture points. Also it involves the stimulation of these points with electricity or laser treatment.

tartalom: + 1 It means the manual pressurizing of the acupressure and acupuncture points. Also it involves the stimulation of these points with electricity or laser treatment. According to traditional Chinese medicine the energies of our power flows through meridians. The body is healthy if the energies of the body (Jin and Jang – Earth and the cosmic energy) are in balance. If the body is not healthy this energy flow loses its balance.  Pressurizing the Chinese acupuncture points improves the energy flow in the meridians and harmonises the operation of the organs of the body. The aim of the acupressure massage is to resolve the energy blockages occurring during illnesses.This Asian theory splits the human body to two times five layers. During the therapy certain points of these layers are stimulated by pressurizing and shorted out and thus it is possible to release tension from the various layers of the body. By pressurizing certain points headache, eye ache, nausea can be quickly eliminated. The technique can be easily learnt, it is import to learn where the treatment points are and how to treat them.     Methods: pressurizing poking pinching Acupressure can be successfully used as a supplementary treatment for digestive system, locomotor disorders, cardiovascular diseases, blood pressure related diseases, metabolism related disorders, respiratory disorders, malignant tumours, nervous system disorders, secretory system disorders and for strengthening the immune system. According to a legend, many many years ago a Chinese farmer was suffering from continuous headache. While he was working on the fields he dropped the plough on his toe. It was painful for a while, but later he recognised that his headache had gone. When his headache came back the next day he consciously dropped the plough on his toe and as a result the headache had gone again. From this point on all villagers dropped something on their toe, when they had a headache

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cím: Prevention

lead: By the proliferation of healthy living the role of health prevention has been significantly increased.

tartalom: + 1 Prevention is better than cure. In our hectic world people are striving to preserve their mobility, health and ability to work. A treatment in Hévíz is an ideal solution for this. Types of prevention: primary (primary prevention): don’t get ill; physical exercise-sports, vaccination, giving up any harmful habits, nourishment, sauna secondary (secondary prevention): healing, prevention of complications tertiary prevention: rehabilitation, when an illness has already developed and irreversible deficiency has been caused and this is corrected so that patient does not suffer from integration issues. The aim is to achieve a healthy lifestyle and to decrease the chances of developing illnesses. After a medical status check, guests receive treatments and lifestyle advice tailored to their condition, which can be used in everyday life after the end of the treatment (e.g. diet, therapeutic exercise).

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cím: Shiatsu

lead: Shiatsu therapy was developed by the Japanese Toru Namikoshi. He merged traditional Asian massage techniques with Western massages

tartalom: + 1 . However Shiatsu is not a massage. Literally the word Shiatsu means finger pressure (shi=finger, acu=pressure). It is a pressure point technique, which is based on Ying and Yan, Zen Buddhism and the Five Elements theory; it is similar to acupuncture. During the treatment also palms, elbows, knees and soles also used for stronger pressurizing besides the fingers. No special equipment or oil required for the treatment. The aim of Shiatsu therapy is to restore the energy flow of the body and to maintain balance. Energy shall be decreased at areas with high energy level, and energy shall be increased at areas with low energy level. The pressure point technique is complemented by pulling, tensioning and relaxing exercises. It is beneficial for the blood and lymphoid circulation and for the muscular system. Shiatsu therapy is very successfully applied in the case of visceral diseases. During the therapy the aim is to restore the oxygen saturation of the blood and to improve the oxygen supply of the organs. The treatment strengthens the immune system, improves metabolism operation, refreshes the mind and mental tension is eliminated. Shiatsu helps the body to kick-start its self-healing processes.     According to Eastern philosophies the human body’s energy system consists of the followings: ether body astral or emotional body causal or spiritual body Energy flow is the strongest through the spiritual channel. The seven main centres located in the spiritual channel are called the chakra. Interesting facts Shiatsu was developed from anma, which was the Japanese version of the Chinese massage. It used to be practised by the blind for the treatment of general illnesses. In the western world it has started to spread for the last 20 years.

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cím: Hévíz, the spa town in Western Hungary, has received the European Innovation Award

lead: The results of the ESPA Innovation Awards 2016 has been announced. The small town possessing the world’s largest thermal lake and a 220-year-old bathing culture earned the prestigious award for continuous improvements and renewal.

tartalom: + 1 The trademark of Traditional Hévíz Therapy as well as the unique tendering system, developed for the accommodation providers of Hévíz to improve quality, received an international recognition. Recently, the European Spas Association has awarded Hévíz the Innovative Spa & Health Resort Destination award. The ceremony took place in Vichy, France at the end of May. The aim of the European Innovation Award is to recognise and introduce new ideas, instruments and processes of spa towns worldwide. Every year, a winning town per category can be awarded. During the decision, the jury takes into account the originality and effect of the innovation, the practicality of the innovation’s introduction, the measurability of benefits, as well as their applicability. Both of the innovations of Hévíz explained in the application met these criteria. Did you know about Hévíz that: with 1 million overnight stays it is the most popular country town in Hungary?   it is only 200 km away both from Budapest and Vienna and it is situated in the western corner of Lake Balaton?   you can bath in the open air among water lilies in the thermal lake both in the winter and summer? you can choose from 10,000 beds from private accommodation to 5-star spa hotels? in addition to the Traditional Hévíz Therapy, the most modern wellness and beauty treatments are available? In the summer of 2015, town Hévíz created its own trademark based on the healing effects of Lake Hévíz in favour of the accreditation of the 220-year-old treatments. The base of the Traditional Hévíz Therapy is the medicinal water, which, due to its rich mineral content, is particularly effective in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.  During the Traditional Hévíz Therapy, the original, complex cure of Hévíz is carried out in order that the patients, according to their individual condition, can receive the most effective cure. So far, 9 service providers of Hévíz, who have the technical background for providing the traditional healing methods, have earned the qualification certification for offering the traditional therapy. The other innovation, which is unique nationally and also worth for international attention, is the unique tender developed for private accommodation providers to improve the quality of private accommodation. The development projects of the competition winning accommodations have already been implemented almost entirely, so the guests will already be able to use the garden furniture, flat screen TVs, WI-FI networks and many other improvements in the apartments in this year’s summer.   The minimum amount to be tendered and spent on development was EUR 160, the maximum amount was 50 % of the tourist tax paid in the previous year by the accommodation provider, which may even exceed the amount of EUR 1,000.     More information please contact us: Tourism Non-profit Ltd. of Hévíz H-8380 Hévíz, Rákóczi u. 2. Tel.: +36 83 540 070 E-mail: horvath.orsolya@hevizmarketing.hu www.heviz.hu

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cím: Safe and quiet SPA vacation

lead: Are you looking for novel and interesting place for a weekend getaway or you're wondering where to go on vacation this year? Are you looking for a place for relax, swimming, but also for cycling and hiking trips? An interesting tip is definitely town Hévíz.

tartalom: + 1 Are you looking for novel and interesting place for a weekend getaway or you're wondering where to go on vacation this year? Are you looking for a place for relax, swimming, but also for cycling and hiking trips? An interesting tip is definitely town Hévíz. Bathing in natural thermal lake Above all Hévíz is unique thanks its unique medicinal thermal lake, which is the largest biologically active natural thermal lake in the world and swimming in it due to its temperature, in summer reaching up to 38 ° C, is very pleasant diversification and attractions of every stay at any time regardless of the weather. But with this the list of local attractions and activities does not end. Whether you choose Hévíz for short weekend getaway or for a longer stay with or without family, you should definitely make time for entertainment, as well as for walks or tours which this unique place offers. Discover Sümeg, Tátice, Szigliget Walks to the nature do not require training or sports equipment and with the orientation will help you the hiking trail. In Hévíz, especially around the lake you can see during a walk a variety of exotic, evergreen trees. Anyone stops with admiration in front of the colourful scenery of blooming lake roses covering the surface of the lake. The flowering period of this strictly protected plants starts in early summer and lasts until the end of November. Among the nearby tourist attractions belong the ruins of castles in Sümeg and Szigliget Tatić, beautiful is also the Festetics Castle in Keszthely. Enjoy the lake from the air or on bike If you are the fan of cycling tourism, then you can pass your trips within the branched network of bike paths. Never mind if you did not want to take bikes with, it is possible to lend them not only in Héviz, but also in its surroundings. Visit habitation on the banks of the Balaton highlands, beautiful natural nooks, volcanic peaks as well as valleys hidden behind the coastal mountain ridges, or the unique natural treasures and the water world of the West and Little Lake Balaton. If you're the adventurous tourist you can try during your stay at Hévíz some special programs suitable for all ages, such as a hot-air balloon ride on a Segway or electric bike, play golf or you can also explore the local caves. If you come to Hévíz just to relax, then you should know that in addition to bathing in thermal lake the local spa treatments are also constituted by bathing in thermal pools in the spa and wellness hotels, and are complemented by other medical therapies such as eg. massages, body wraps, as well as drinking cure etc. Wellnes and healthy lovers will be also satisfied in Hévíz. Summer festival lovers can also enjoy themselves. All this accompanied with a local specialities and delicious wines.

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cím: 'Pörkölt, tokány, or krémes' – Let´s go to Hévíz to taste Hungarian specialities

lead: Pörkölt, tokány or krémes know nearly all lovers of Hungarian cuisine.

tartalom: + 1 However it also boasts with other specialities. In Hungarian spa town Hévíz you can enjoy next to the international cuisine not only food mentioned above but they also serve the typical sausages, minced meat, game, freshwater fish and various soups. You can complete all above by a delicious wine from the local Egregy vineyard, if you are interested. In this respect, you should definitely not miss 5th year of Hévíz wine festival which is held from August 17th till August 21st and is the biggest local festival.   Hungarian cuisine is based not only on calorically reach food where pork and very often lamb meat is used, but you can also enjoy freshwater fish as a carp, a barbell or a zander. From vegetable are the most used tomatoes, peppers and potato. Typical spice is melted sweet or hot pepper, which gives food characteristics and enticing colour. The soured cream is also used often. The typical pastry is white bread. The food is made on the fat. The Hungary is the home of mangalica pigs whose fat is harmless. From soups you can try in Hévíz tyúkhúsleves (chicken soup with noodles), halaszle (fish soup), jókai bableves (bean soup) or gulyás (soup from meat and pepper) or the real speciality – hideg meggyleves, cold soup from sour cherries. From starters we should mention spicy sausage, Hungarian salami, libamájpástétom - alias pasty from goose liver or. From the main courses you can enjoy pörkölt, pot roast with pepper, which is in contrast from gulyás thickened with flour, tokány represents piquant mix of meat and vegetable, baked pancake filled with meat hortobágyi palacsinta, erdélyi rakott káposzta – acid cabbage baked with meat, rice and cream, or fatányéros – knife board with different types of grilled meat. From local dessert it is worth to taste somlói galuska, glass cup filled with pieces of ban and whipped cream, gundel palacsinta alias pancake filled with nuts and poured with chocolate or krémes, phyllo pastry filled with vanilla cream. The tradition of wine in Egregy Wine-making on Egregy, which is part of the Hungarian small spa town Héviz, has a tradition which goes back to the Roman era when viticulture was introduced to the region. The most remarkable varieties of the region are Italian Riesling, a Pinot Gris and Müller Thurgau, but you can find there also Green veltliner) and different types of Muscat. Egregy hill was classified a high-quality wine region in 1998 and the wines produced here were classified as characteristic wines of the Balaton region. In March 2007 the Wine of the town of Hévíz was chosen in a contest for the first time and this event is also held every year. The wine cellars of local vineyards can be reached easily by moto train or by foot.

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cím: Qi-gong

lead: Qi-gong is part of the Chinese meditation and breath therapy. It belongs to one of the most ancient elements of the Chinese Medicine.

tartalom: + 1 Its fundamental element is the consciousness breathing, which is combined with slow, focused movements. The technique is most effective if practiced continuously. It is recommended to everyone regardless of age and toughness.The word qi means energy and gong means do something with high quality. So qi-gong is therefore the practice of energy with profession. Its exercises prolong the life-span, enhance the health, facilitate the blood flow, improve the soul and create harmony with the World and ourselves. For the acquirement and practice of qi-gong one requires good concentration skills because the unity of thought, mind and breath brings the energy into motion. Qi-gong helps to develop sensitivity to the energy (for example: vision of aura, telepathy, palm diagnosis). Beside their health, the one who learn it from a real Master and practice it persistently can live with their full physical, spiritual and intellectual potentials extension. During its history several branches have developed. There are Taoist, Buddhist qi-gongs, healing medical exercises, dynamic, static, meditation like and exhausting exercises and there are some that can connect to martial arts. Qi-gong, Csikung, Chi kung… The Chinese scripts have several transcripts in the western languages. In Hungarian, following the pronunciation, Csikung is used, while the international literature uses the other two versions: Qi-gong and Chi kung.

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