[L-R] Paul Hawco, Afrah Hamdy, and Sayed Salem, photographed at the Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort’s hammam. [L-R] Paul Hawco, Afrah Hamdy, and Sayed Salem, photographed at the Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort’s hammam.

Meet the experts:

Afrah Hamdy, spa director, Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort

Afrah Hamdy has worked in the GCC spa industry for more than 10 years, with experience across various hotels.

Sayed Salem, spa & recreation manager, The Palace Downtown Dubai

A Hotelier Awards winner, Sayed Salem has worked with Emaar Hospitality Group since 2011.

Paul Hawco, director of Talise Spa Operations, Talise Wellness, Jumeirah Group

With Jumeirah Group since 2011, Paul Hawco was previously with FRHI, having worked in the fitness and spa departments.

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