EDITORIAL &
COPYWRITING
SEPTEMBER 2025
VENU MAGAZINE
THE RETURNING: How Sharing Circles, Rites of Passage and Circular Design Bring Us Home. Judy Chapman speaks to leading facilitators and visionaries at the forefront of this growing movement…
MARCH 2025
VENU MAGAZINE
WHERE TO RENEW IN 2025: Now is the perfect time to plan a wellness retreat where you can replenish, renew and recalibrate. Here’s a selection of incredible retreats to reset you for the year ahead…
JANUARY 2019
MINDFOOD MAGAZINE
TREATMENT TRENDS: From Face Gym to next generation massages, digital detox, and sleep treatments, menus around the world are being reimagined with style.
OCTOBER 2021
MINDFOOD
NICHE NURTURING: The increasing interest in wellness has led to an influx of spas and retreats offering various services. This revolution has made targeting specific concerns a whole lot easier. Here’s our pick of the world’s best specialty programmes.
AUGUST 2019
ASIA SPA MAGAZINE
Thailand is now said to be the most visited country in Asia and among the top worldwide. But as with all popular destinations, the threat of over-tourism is real…
JULY 2024
VENU MAGAZINE
WELLNESS BY DESIGN: From wellness residences, cities, communities and healthier homes, wellness in design promises a new standard of living – one where every space is designed for humanity to not just survive but truly thrive.
JANUARY 2017
DESTINASIAN MAGAZINE
ZEN IN THE CITY: In trendsetting New york, a string of wellness venues are taking the meditation experience to new heights. here are five places around manhattan to get in the zone.
OCTOBER 2017
ASIA SPA MAGAZINE
WELLNESS TRAVEL: Oman Obsessions – Judy Chapman explores the exotic realm of Spas, Frankincense and Rosewater.
JANUARY 2007
DESTINASIAN MAGAZINE
GROWING UP IN A FAMILY OF HARD-CORE YOGA ENTHUSIASTS was enlightening—but I can’t say it was always fun….
DECEMBER 2017
ASIA SPA MAGAZINE
WELLNESS TRAVEL: Postcards from the Amalfi Coast. From a spa set in a 13th century monastery to treatments made with bitter orange and lemon, Judy Chapman journeys through the region to discover the most stunning spas and wellness experiences.
OCTOBER 2022
VENU MAGAZINE
BIOHACKING TRENDS: From red light therapy and cryo therapy to the best in wellness and fitness, here’s a round of Boutique Biohacking New York Style…
JULY 2025
VENU MAGAZINE
BRAIN LONGEVITY: A look at the new ‘Brain Mapping’ therapy on the menu at Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat – Judy Chapman explores Brain Longevity movement…
JANUARY 2024
VENU MAGAZINE
WELLNESS TRAVEL: An invitation to anchor yourself at Oneworld Ayurveda, a transformative Panchakarma retreat on the beautiful island of Bali.
MAY 2023
DESTINASIAN MAGAZINE
GETTING WARMER: In the Australian state of Victoria, a new wave of modern bathhouses and hot spring facilities is reviving a therapeutic tradition.
OCTOBER 2020
VENU MAGAZINE
TAKE ME THERE: Rebuild your spirit, reclaim your wellbeing at these leading wellness retreats around the world.
OCTOBER 2007
ASIA SPA MAGAZINE
REBEL WITH A CAUSE: Judy Chapman interviews Richard Branson. When you are in a position of leadership it is important that you use your influence wisely and for the good of the wider community.
OCTOBER 2007
HAPERS BAZAAR MAGAZINE
MEANINGFUL TRAVEL: The new wave of luxury travel is about preserving our world – think eco-tourism, voluntourism and educational experiences while on vacation.
OCTOBER 2023
VENU MAGAZINE
WELLNESS TRAVEL: From the rise of communal social clubs to reshaping urban landscapes and healthier communities, Judy Chapman uncovers the future of wellness.
JANUARY 2018
THE SINGAPORE BUSINESS TIMES
Stressed out high-flyers blending work and wellness is the latest travel trend …
JANUARY 2018
VENU MAGAZINE
WELLNESS TRENDS 2018: From mushrooms emerging from underground and a new era of transformative travel to the rise of the “wellness kitchen, Judy Chapman shines a light on emerging trends to watch…
JANUARY 2019
VENU MAGAZINE
Experience Deeper Healing and Wellness on the Island of the Gods …
MAY 2016
VENU MAGAZINE
MIAMI WELLNESS TRAVEL: Heading to Miami for some soul, sunshine and me-time? Here’s a round-up of where to experience wellness, sleep health digital downtime in Miami.
SPA BUSINESS MAGAZINE
JUNE / JULY 2025
DESTINASIAN MAGAZINE
BALI HEALTH FIX: If there was just one place in the world for healing body, mind and soul, it would be the Indonesian island of Bali, a spiritually charged destination…
OCTOBER 2020
DESTINASIAN MAGAZINE
BYRON BECKONS: No longer a hippie haven, Byron Bay has evolved into a sophisticated beachside town where wellness and sustainable dining are now among the top draws.
MAY 2024
DESTINASIAN MAGAZINE
YOGA SUPER NATURAL: The yoga offerings at these far-flung resorts invite you to practice your downward dog and warrior pose against awe-inspiring backdrops.
OCTOBER 2007
DESTINASIAN MAGAZINE
SPA GOER: Feeling Jaded. China’s “precious stone” is making a therapeutic comeback. A look at spa treatments featuring Jade around the region.
AUGUST 2017
DESTINASIAN MAGAZINE
WELLNESS TRAVEL: Sleep is the new prescription at wellness-minded resorts around the region. here are five treatments and programs that will have you dozing off in no time.
OCTOBER 2015
ASIA SPA MAGAZINE
THE SOULFUL ISSUE: Judy Chapman explores the best retreats and experiences for spirit-renewal, meditation and self-reflection.
JULY 2024
TRAVEL DESTINATION
When was the last time you didn’t check your email for 24 hours? Do you find yourself obsessively reading meaningless social media throughout the day?
OCTOBER 2008
SUNDAY LIFE MAGAZINE
SPA THERAPY: An interview with Judy Chapman, a leading spa writer and consultant. In this interview, Judy shares her insights about the global spa industry as well as her favourite treatments, spas and retreats.
OCTOBER 2020
VENU MAGAZINE
IT’S HIP TO BE SOPBER: Beyond the Mocktail: From booze-free bars to juice crawls and clean clubs, being on the wagon has never been so good.
JANUARY 2017
DESTINASIAN MAGAZINE
Going deep Bali is the ideal destination for an outdoor spa experience, which is why the Royal Kirana Spa is a must-visit for a session of Balinese deep tissue therapy, held in a private herbal steam room overlooking virgin jungle….
JUNE 2020
VENU MAGAZINE
WELLNESS TRAVEL 2020: Where to Unwind, Reset and Recharge. From Slow Travel to Digital Detox, Personalised Wellness and beyond, here’s our selection of where to unwind and renew.
MARCH 2021
VENU MAGAZINE
THE MAGAIC OF MUSHROOMS: Biodiversity is our security. How Mushrooms have emerged to become one of the most unexpected solutions for treating modern day chronic diseases as well as mental health and even our environment.
BOOKS BY
JUDY CHAPMAN
2003
Spa – bathing recipes for your home (Harper Collins)
This beautifully presented book is inspired by Judy’s exploration of spas around the world. In Spa, Chapman shares the healing powers of water and its ability to rejuvenate and renew. Photographed by Katie Mitchell in Bali, Spa features some of the islands most gorgeous spas – with bathing and spa recipes one can recreate at home.
2006
Ultimate Spa: Asia’s best guide to spas and treatments (Periplus Publishing)
Judy spent two years traveling around the region with renowned photographer, Luca Tettoni to create this glamorous coffee table book. It’s a celebration of Asia’s finest spas and treatments, Ultimate Spa also offers a deep dive into the origins of Asian treatments, many of which are inspired by ancient wellness traditions including Ayurveda, TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and Eastern health and beauty secrets.
1998
Aromatherapy – recipes for your oil burner (Harper Collins)
Judy Chapman’s first book is a celebration of aromatherapy and features hundreds of essential oil blend recipes co-created with aromatherapist Katie Denham. The blends are tailored to everything from improving one’s focus at work or study to creating that special atmosphere for a dinner party and setting the mood for an evening of romance.
2001
More Aromatherapy: Recipes from Around the World (Harper Collins)
Following the international success of ‘Aromatherapy Recipes for Your Oil Burner’, Judy published this book that is a stunning celebration of recipes inspired from around the world. From Italy to India and Bali to Africa, this book features recipes for one to invite exotic far away lands into their home.
2022
Scriptwriter ‘Kintsugi Space’
TESTIMONIALS
“Judy Chapman is a leading authority in the field, as a writer concerned with wellness and holistic lifestyle. It was a great honor to add Judy Chapman to our roster of authors as she is well-known and popular in her field. She has written for the foremost wellness magazines in the field, including Harper’s Bazaar Singapore, Vogue Australia, DestinAsian, AsiaSpa, WellBeing, and Spafinder, to name just a few. She has also published numerous bestselling books for HarperCollins concerning aromatherapy.”
— Eric Oey Publisher, Periplus Books, Singapore
“Between 1998 and 2001, Judy Chapman authored three bestselling books with Harper Collins Australia. The first, Aromatherapy Recipes for Your Oil Burner was an instant best seller, going into reprint several times. This was followed by a sequel, More Aromatherapy — Recipes from Around the World, and finally, Spa — Bathing Blends for Your Home that was photographed in Bali. During this time, Harper Collins organized for Ms. Chapman to be interviewed on several television and radio programs including Good Morning Australia and ABC Radio. Ms. Chapman’s books have been featured in dozens of magazines and newspapers.”
— Catherine Milne, Publisher, Harper Collins Australia
“Over the last decade, Judy Chapman has contributed many articles to DestinAsian. She has written about the most up-to-date, cutting-edge innovations in the alternative therapies market. Judy’s articles are well known and sought-after throughout Australia and Asia.Her refreshing articles have covered many aspects of wellness tourism and Judy is able to keep pace with the industry, make deadlines, and turn in clear, crisp, readable, and exhilarating articles. Her work has covered exotic locations all over the world, including Las Vegas, London, Bangkok, New York, Bali, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Shanghai, Thailand, and India. Judy has covered everything that is enthralling and fascinating about the health and wellness industry.”
— Christopher Hill, Editor-in-Chief, Destinasian Magazine