With International Women's Day fast approaching on the 8th March, we look to spotlight a truly exceptional woman in wellness that encapsulates what it means to be an empowered female professional. She has become a beacon of holistic wellbeing in South Africa and now, in her most exciting phase yet, she leads the spa development at the Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa, Johannesburg.  

About Mandy Trollip 

Flying the flag for holistic wellbeing in South Africa, Mandy is a deep believer of the synergy between brain and body which has led her to become a vastly qualified practitioner across Kinesiology, Aromatherapy, Reiki, Sound Therapy, Meditation and many more. 

With over 30 years of continuous study in her practised craft, Mandy leads each of her treatments with love, peace and harmony to truly guide guests to deep seated shifts and long-lasting transformation. Now, taking up residency at Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa, she curates deeply personalised one-to-one journeys that blend sound and somatics with meditation through a 360-degree approach, down to the very detail of the room's acoustic resonance.   

The Signature Sound and Somatic Journey 

This newly developed treatment led by Mandy, is a unique and personalised sound experience with the intention of tapping into the body's innate intelligence, shifting mind, body and the soul into a blissful state of rest and digest.  

The 75-minute treatment begins with an in-depth consultation, inviting guests to reveal what they would like to gain from the session, choosing an affirmation stone that gives them direction and deeper awareness. From here, Mandy will curate a repertoire of frequency techniques to repattern the response mechanisms of the nervous system, offering subtle messages of calm, love, healing, peace, and serenity.  

Ancient mystics and modern scientists agree that everything is in a perpetual state of vibration, this includes our bodies, organs, tissues, and cells; it is no coincidence that when we are in optimal health we are said to be “In Sound Health”. “The body is like an orchestra, if one part begins to play out of tune, we soon lose balance and coherence” Mandy notes. This signature journey aims to bring coherence and calm to body, mind and spirit with many guests citing a deep shift both internally and externally following the treatment.  

 
Price: £107pp  

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About Saxon Spa in Johannesburg 

The Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa in Johannesburg offers a serene escape enveloped in 10 acres of lush, manicured grounds situated in the quiet, tree-lined avenue of the Sandhurst neighbourhood. The Saxon awaits as the perfect pre- or post-urban destination for visitors extending their journey beyond the coasts of Cape Town or as part of an unforgettable long-haul spa retreat. 

Rates: From R14,000 (approx. £610) per night for a Luxury Suite or Villa Luxury Suite, including breakfast in suite or Qunu Restaurant, plus a bottle of sparkling wine on arrival.  

URL: saxon.co.za/ 

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About The Saxon  

The Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa, once a personal residence in the city's leafy Sandhurst outskirts, the hotel marries contemporary comfort with classic South African design, excellent culinary offerings based on traditional dishes and flavours, and a holistic approach to wellbeing at the two-storey Saxon Spa. Set within 10 acres of lush, landscaped grounds, the hotel comprises 53 luxury suites, six swimming pools, a private library, two restaurants, a bar, wine cellar, piano lounge and exclusive meeting and events spaces.   
   
In June 2024, The Saxon revealed a totally fresh look under the creative vision of local South African studio, Nelson Kubheka, showcasing newly refurbished fine dining restaurant Qunu, along with the Olive Bar, Piano Lounge, Lobby and Terrace.  
   
Nelson Mandela chose these serene surroundings for editing his best-selling autobiography, Long Walk to Freedom.  Many discerning travellers, including royalty, statesmen, Nobel prize-winners and best-selling authors have returned time and again to experience the unequalled qualities for which the Saxon has gained worldwide renown.    
 
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About Leading Hotels of the World  

Comprised of more than 400 hotels in over 80 countries, LHW is the largest collection of independent luxury hotels. In 1928, 38 independent hoteliers came together to create LHW. Since then, the Company has carefully curated distinctive hotels, resorts, inns, chalets, villas, and safari camps from the snow-capped Alps of Europe to the African veldt, to share them with adventurous souls who seek the remarkably uncommon. The LHW community is filled of exceptional individuals, united by a passion for the surprising discoveries and details that come with every experience. LHW hoteliers are artisans of hospitality whose expertise, commitment to excellence, and individual flair allows them to create story-worthy moments for their guests. And it is these authentic, individualized experiences combined with the warm hospitality and high-touch service they provide that keeps discerning travellers returning again and again. LHW's collection covers the globe and promises a broad range of destinations and uncommon experiences, enhanced by LHW's tiered guest loyalty program Leaders Club. From converted former palaces, and countryside retreats run by the same families for generations, to gleaming skyscrapers in dynamic urban centres, serene private island escapes, glamorous tented camps – and beyond – explore, find inspiration, and experience unforgettable travel moments.  

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