Don’t Miss It: Simone Biles Appointed as Mandarin Oriental’s First Global Wellness Ambassador
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In exciting wellness and travel news, Simone Biles has just been appointed as the first-ever Global Wellness Ambassador for Mandarin Oriental. As the most decorated gymnast of all time, announcing this brand in the spirit of travel and wellness is the perfect collaboration.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is an award-winning luxury hospitality leader that seamlessly blends its dual Asian heritage with locally inspired design and artisan craftsmanship to create exceptional, time-enriching guest experiences, transforming each stay into something extraordinary through legendary service, cultural authenticity, and a continued commitment to innovation and sustainable long-term growth.
ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP
Biles and Mandarin Oriental perfectly align on their belief that true wellness is the integration of physical strength, mental health, recovery, and balance, which is why MO is taking such generous strides to claim global authority on all matters of modern and holistic wellbeing. To mark the launch of this long-term partnership, Mandarin Oriental, Milan is now offering two exclusive experiences inspired by Biles through the end of March.
THE DOUBLE-DOUBLE GLOW
An immersive spa treatment combining cosmetic innovation with advanced thermal techniques to regenerate skin and muscles, promoting recovery and radiance. A deep, targeted body massage designed for toned musculature is enhanced by the alternation of hot and cold stones to relax tension and stimulate microcirculation, before concluding with a high-performance Glass Skin facial that delivers intense hydration and luminosity, amplified by cryo globes to tone and revitalize the complexion.
THE ‘CHAMPION CHIP’ COOKIE
A cookie developed in collaboration with the hotel's culinary team offers a balanced sweet expression inspired by Biles's approach to strength, nourishment, and enjoyment.
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“I'm excited to partner with Mandarin Oriental because we share the same belief that wellness is about more than physical performance — it's about taking care of your whole self,” said Biles. “Throughout my career, I've learned how important recovery, mental well-being, and balance are. I'm honored to work with a brand that truly understands and supports that belief in providing guests with holistic wellness offerings.”
Biles will share her insights and perspectives with Mandarin Oriental’s recognized specialists in lifestyle performance, meditation, movement, nutrition, and sleep to help shape future programmes and experiences. She will also support and participate in global storytelling, campaign activations, and the development of innovative wellness initiatives aligned with Mandarin Oriental's evolved Wellness strategy.
Alex Schellenberger, a rep from Mandarin Oriental, said, “This partnership represents a new era in how we engage with talent, moving beyond endorsement to genuine collaboration. Simone brings credibility, lived experience, and global influence to our wellness philosophy. We are excited to elevate the conversation around holistic wellbeing and craft experiences that inspire balance, resilience, and purpose.”
As a longstanding and defining element of Mandarin Oriental’s Fans, the brand has proudly supported charitable causes on behalf of its global community for decadess part of the partnership, Biles and Mandarin Oriental will collaborate with Laureus Sport for Good to expand its global impact. As part of this tradition, Biles and Mandarin Oriental will collaborate with Laureus Sport for Good to further support its mission and expand its impact globally.
Laureus Sport for Good is a globally respected charitable organization that celebrates the power of sport to transform lives. At their core lies a shared belief by both Biles and Mandarin Oriental that sport transcends borders, bringing people together, inspiring hope, and creating meaningful opportunities for young people around the world.
This appointment reflects Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s belief that wellness will shape the future of luxury hospitality, as the brand continues to expand into culturally meaningful destinations and embed holistic wellbeing at the core of its guest experience, and reinforces its role as a leader in contemporary wellness.
