Salus per aquaem a.k.a SPA?

Did you know the word spa originates from the Latin phrase Salus per aquaem — meaning health through water? It’s a powerful reminder that long before modern wellness trends, humans sought healing and connection through the simple, sacred act of soaking in naturally heated water.

Throughout history, spa traditions have reflected our innate bond with the earth’s elements — a time when we lived in harmony with nature, not apart from it. From the tranquil onsens of Japan to the otherworldly blue lagoons of Iceland, cultures around the world have turned to water, steam, stone, and heat to restore balance.

In Italy, the ancient thermal springs of Saturnia and Bagni San Filippo echo Roman reverence for mineral-rich healing waters. The hammams of Turkey and Morocco carry forward centuries of purification through steam, exfoliation, and ritual. In the Nordic lands, the dance of fire and ice — between sauna and snow — invigorates and grounds the body.

Across Hungary’s bathhouses, India’s Ayurvedic sanctuaries, Thailand’s holistic retreats, and Switzerland’s alpine springs, we see a shared truth: the path to wellness begins by returning to nature, its rhythms, and its wisdom.

Our Meraki spa collection is born from this same philosophy — a curated journey that honors ancient rituals , truth and reconnects you with the healing power of earth, water, fire, and air. Step into your own sanctuary and rediscover what it means to live in harmony with the natural world.

Thermal waters of the Blue Lagoon

open waters of the Faroe Island.