Thailand has always possessed a strong sense of mysticism and natural healing through the variety of available yoga and meditation options. This becomes apparent through the many spas and resorts that can be located throughout the country. Below you will find an array of worthy health spa and vacation resorts, which accommodate a wide range of budgets.
1) The Oriental, Bangkok
The Oriental is considered one of the most beautiful spas in the world from the suites all the way down to the standard room. The spa marks a breakthrough in Asia, which is considered one of the first of its kind. Popular options include the Oriental Massage, as well as the Jet Lag Recovery Treatment. The spa also features a Revitalizing Seaweed Treatment, Essential Oil Massage, Oriental Mud Wrap and the Oriental Herbal Wrap. Average Price: $330-$2200
2) Natural Wing Health Spa
Located a couple minutes from the Bang Por Beach, visitors will find themselves situated about a tropical oasis, surrounded by white sands and lovely views. If you are interested in staying at this location, you will find a satisfying selection of deluxe Thai villas. The resort offers access to a refreshing swimming pool, as well as a top-notch health spa with authentic Thai massage. Additional services offered include yoga, meditation, colonic cleansing, as well as acupuncture. Average Price: $40-90 per day
3) St. Carlos Medical Spa
For those who wish to experience the uplifting properties of traditional Thai medicine, this is the place to seek out. The spa treatment and other therapies have earned a reputation for providing a small slice of heaven to visitors. Once you check into deluxe accommodations, you may explore the open terrace, evening cruise, or delicious international cuisine. One of the most popular packages at this location includes the Honeymoon Package, offering five treatments per day (three primary and two mini options). Average Price: $100-$1500
4) Evason Hua Hin Resort & Six Senses Spa
There are close to 150 luxury, lodging options featured at this resort and spa, which places you in the midst of a breathtaking tropical garden. The private pool villas here provide great views of the Gulf of Siam. Many tourists boast of the superb level of service and amenities offered at this resort, from the lotus pool to the romantic balconies. A popular package option to be on the lookout for is called the Exotic Flower Bath, which includes two hours of a full body, face and scalp massage. Average Price: $125-$425
5) Patong Villa Hotel
The Chaidee Spa at this hotel offers traditional Thai surroundings, as well as a satisfying location to let all worries float away. Situated on the tropical destination of Phuket, accommodations are located rather close to the beach. At the onsite beauty salon, you may enjoy facial and foot massages, as well as traditional Thai and Swedish massage. Average Price: $27-$40
6)Pimalai Resort & Spa
There are close to 1000 meters of sand-filled beach land to experience when staying at this resort and spa. Placing tourists in the southern part of Thailand, within the province of Kabi, you will be able to enjoy the breathtaking coastline. Available spa selections include the Pimalai Pampering Package (flower bath and massage); Ultimate Detox Package (flower bath, body wrap, massage); “Koo Rak” Package (body scrub and massage); and Royal “Koo Rak” Package (herbal steam, flower bath, body scrub and massage). Average Price: $250-$2000.
As you can tell, in recent years Thailand has emerged as a spa destination with some of the world's best spas in idyllic locations at affordable prices.
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2007/08/18
Top 5 Beaches in the World
by William Brister
The lure of the bronze sun, vast azure skies and the endless blue-green oceans on a tropical paradise beach resort make for a perfect holiday destination. With hundreds of beautiful beaches to choose from, some have been given the distinction of being the best beaches in the world. Some of these resorts are listed below.
1) Ka'anapali, Hawaii One of the most populated, popular, and best beaches in Maui, Hawaii, Ka'napali is a paradise on earth. It is located in West Maui, two miles north of the historic whaling town of Lahaina and is surrounded by numerous elegant hotels and condominiums. The beach is three miles long and is full of fun-filled activities where you can snorkel, windsurf, jet-ski, parasail and even kayak. It is divided into two separate long stretches by a massive 300 foot cinder cone Pu'u Keka' known as the Black Rock. The rock divides the sand in two and swimmers find themselves bathing in deep water. The rugged lava coastline around the Rock is also an outstanding snorkeling spot, one of the best on the island. Swimming in the crystal clear waters is safe throughout the year but best outside the season of high winter surfs. travelocity.com
2) Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA With 60 miles of pristine beach, Myrtle Beach water sports and Myrtle Beach fishing are the finest among the different beaches in America. Besides lazing and tanning in the tropical sun, the soft wide beach provides ample opportunities for swimming, surfing, parasailing, shell collecting and volleyball.
Although your fun begins at the beach, always the most popular attraction, there is plenty more to do at Myrtle Beach. Besides beautiful beaches, it has delectable food, amusement parks, variety of shopping malls, lively nightlife and adventure sports. With hundreds of attractions, both indoors and outdoors, Myrtle Beach offers fun and excitement for all ages to enjoy.
This beautiful beach resort has more than 100 professional golf courses, a NASCAR sanctioned track, minor league baseball as well as tennis. You can take a deep sea fishing adventure from eight different piers or fish the backwaters and creeks all the way from Little River to Pawley's Island on the South Carolina coast. Moreover, there is a wildlife sanctuary where you are likely to spot alligators and deer combined with several boat tours to give you a real feel of the place. Visitmyrtlebeach.com
3) Cancun, Mexico Cancun is truly known as the vacation haven of the 21st century with gorgeous beaches of white sands and turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Having started off as a fishing village of only 120 people, Cancun is now a bustling beach resort with a population of half a million and a tourist onslaught of more than two million a year. One of Mexico's popular and best beaches it features world class resorts, hotels, clubs and malls. It offers something for people of all ages whether it an all-day fun at the beach or an isolated, tranquil island. It is close to Miami and has a number of activities to choose from like parachuting, jet-skiing, scuba-diving and golf. Topless bathing is an accepted activity in and around the surrounding areas of Cancun.
With striking modern hotels along the beach front and a lively nightlife, it is a fantastic getaway for the weary traveler. It encloses a huge lagoon, with water on both sides. Also, much of the Yucatan is easily accessible from here. There are two quite separate parts to Cancún: the zona commercial downtown which houses the shopping and residential centre and the zona hotelera - a string of hotels and tourist amenities around the Cancún Island. This is a narrow strip of sandy beach connected to the mainland at each end by causeways. cancun.com
4) Montego Bay, Jamaica Montego Bay is known for its long sandy stretch of bay with miles of coral reef and some of the most beautiful and best beaches in the world. Montego Bay is Jamaica's second largest city and rests between the gently sloping hills of Bogue, Kempshot and Salem. It extends approximately ten miles from the suburban rich area of Reading at its western edge to the plush villas and resort hotels of Ironshore and Rose Hall to the east.
Montego Bay is made up of two distinct parts - The Gloucester Avenue now called the Hip Strip and the city proper or the downtown.
All along the coastline are beautiful luxury hotels with three main public beaches which offer all amenities and several water sports. For a quieter and tranquil atmosphere you can head to the white sandy beaches of the Caribbean Beach Park, east of the town of Ironshore.
Montego Bay offers a wide variety of entertainment and sporting activities. From fun on the beach to the delicious food served at the waterfront, white water rafting and adventure sports, catamaran rides and fishing charters, it has it all. montego-bay-jamaica.com
5) Phuket, Thailand Sand between your toes, stunning tropical sunsets, cold drink in your hand and warm blue inviting seas - this is picture perfect Phuket. This island is known for its silky soft beaches, superb oriental hospitality and great value accommodation. You can go diving in the Andaman Sea, golfing at championship courses or indulge in exciting eco-adventures in the tropical forest of Phuket. Take an exhilarating speedboat trip to surrounding islands or a serene cruise around mystical Phang Nga Bay, or simply enjoy Phuket's vibrant nightlife in Patong Beach.
Known as the Pearl of the Andaman, Phuket is a large island in the Indian Ocean. The surrounding waters contain much varied marine life and the town is known for its quaint Sino-Portuguese architecture. It is a very attractive island for sightseeing with lovely seashores and forested hillsides.
www.travelonguide.com
The lure of the bronze sun, vast azure skies and the endless blue-green oceans on a tropical paradise beach resort make for a perfect holiday destination. With hundreds of beautiful beaches to choose from, some have been given the distinction of being the best beaches in the world. Some of these resorts are listed below.
1) Ka'anapali, Hawaii One of the most populated, popular, and best beaches in Maui, Hawaii, Ka'napali is a paradise on earth. It is located in West Maui, two miles north of the historic whaling town of Lahaina and is surrounded by numerous elegant hotels and condominiums. The beach is three miles long and is full of fun-filled activities where you can snorkel, windsurf, jet-ski, parasail and even kayak. It is divided into two separate long stretches by a massive 300 foot cinder cone Pu'u Keka' known as the Black Rock. The rock divides the sand in two and swimmers find themselves bathing in deep water. The rugged lava coastline around the Rock is also an outstanding snorkeling spot, one of the best on the island. Swimming in the crystal clear waters is safe throughout the year but best outside the season of high winter surfs. travelocity.com
2) Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA With 60 miles of pristine beach, Myrtle Beach water sports and Myrtle Beach fishing are the finest among the different beaches in America. Besides lazing and tanning in the tropical sun, the soft wide beach provides ample opportunities for swimming, surfing, parasailing, shell collecting and volleyball.
Although your fun begins at the beach, always the most popular attraction, there is plenty more to do at Myrtle Beach. Besides beautiful beaches, it has delectable food, amusement parks, variety of shopping malls, lively nightlife and adventure sports. With hundreds of attractions, both indoors and outdoors, Myrtle Beach offers fun and excitement for all ages to enjoy.
This beautiful beach resort has more than 100 professional golf courses, a NASCAR sanctioned track, minor league baseball as well as tennis. You can take a deep sea fishing adventure from eight different piers or fish the backwaters and creeks all the way from Little River to Pawley's Island on the South Carolina coast. Moreover, there is a wildlife sanctuary where you are likely to spot alligators and deer combined with several boat tours to give you a real feel of the place. Visitmyrtlebeach.com
3) Cancun, Mexico Cancun is truly known as the vacation haven of the 21st century with gorgeous beaches of white sands and turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Having started off as a fishing village of only 120 people, Cancun is now a bustling beach resort with a population of half a million and a tourist onslaught of more than two million a year. One of Mexico's popular and best beaches it features world class resorts, hotels, clubs and malls. It offers something for people of all ages whether it an all-day fun at the beach or an isolated, tranquil island. It is close to Miami and has a number of activities to choose from like parachuting, jet-skiing, scuba-diving and golf. Topless bathing is an accepted activity in and around the surrounding areas of Cancun.
With striking modern hotels along the beach front and a lively nightlife, it is a fantastic getaway for the weary traveler. It encloses a huge lagoon, with water on both sides. Also, much of the Yucatan is easily accessible from here. There are two quite separate parts to Cancún: the zona commercial downtown which houses the shopping and residential centre and the zona hotelera - a string of hotels and tourist amenities around the Cancún Island. This is a narrow strip of sandy beach connected to the mainland at each end by causeways. cancun.com
4) Montego Bay, Jamaica Montego Bay is known for its long sandy stretch of bay with miles of coral reef and some of the most beautiful and best beaches in the world. Montego Bay is Jamaica's second largest city and rests between the gently sloping hills of Bogue, Kempshot and Salem. It extends approximately ten miles from the suburban rich area of Reading at its western edge to the plush villas and resort hotels of Ironshore and Rose Hall to the east.
Montego Bay is made up of two distinct parts - The Gloucester Avenue now called the Hip Strip and the city proper or the downtown.
All along the coastline are beautiful luxury hotels with three main public beaches which offer all amenities and several water sports. For a quieter and tranquil atmosphere you can head to the white sandy beaches of the Caribbean Beach Park, east of the town of Ironshore.
Montego Bay offers a wide variety of entertainment and sporting activities. From fun on the beach to the delicious food served at the waterfront, white water rafting and adventure sports, catamaran rides and fishing charters, it has it all. montego-bay-jamaica.com
5) Phuket, Thailand Sand between your toes, stunning tropical sunsets, cold drink in your hand and warm blue inviting seas - this is picture perfect Phuket. This island is known for its silky soft beaches, superb oriental hospitality and great value accommodation. You can go diving in the Andaman Sea, golfing at championship courses or indulge in exciting eco-adventures in the tropical forest of Phuket. Take an exhilarating speedboat trip to surrounding islands or a serene cruise around mystical Phang Nga Bay, or simply enjoy Phuket's vibrant nightlife in Patong Beach.
Known as the Pearl of the Andaman, Phuket is a large island in the Indian Ocean. The surrounding waters contain much varied marine life and the town is known for its quaint Sino-Portuguese architecture. It is a very attractive island for sightseeing with lovely seashores and forested hillsides.
www.travelonguide.com
2007/08/12
Top Destination Spas in Asia
by Song Meng Tan
A destination spa has the purpose of providing visitors with opportunities to improve their health and well being and learn to make better lifestyle choices. Offering professional, trained therapists is a must, as administering fitness programs, healthy food, education and quality massage spa services and treatments can only be adequately done by qualified and passionate employees. As with all industries, there are always those who stand out from the crowd, excelling in their excellence and offering the perfect customer experience to every individual who stays with them.
The 2006 SpaAsia Crystal Awards found they couldn't determine a single winner for the category of Best Destination Spa. Instead, they announced a tie between two excellent choices that offer world class service, accommodation, size and standards and had a winning number of public votes as well. The two winners were the Spa Village Pangkor Laut Resort in Malaysia And The Dheva Spa At Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi in Chiangmai, Thailand.
The Spa Village at Pangkor Laut Resort offers the perfect, indulging getaway that makes you feel like it's the only place in the world. Their aim is to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul. They combine Chinese, Thai, Malay and Indian healing modalities to ensure you get the best of all traditions. It got the name "Spa Village" because it is a collection of unique, individual "villages" with indoor and outdoor areas, covering more than four acres. Guests are surrounded by lotus ponds, herb gardens, courtyards, a reflexology path and low, romantic style buildings. Combined with the wondrous ocean view and sea breezes, it really needs to be seen to be believed!
The Spa Village has eight treatment pavilions, healing huts, a deluxe Belian treatment pavilion, two bath houses, three Thai pavilions, three Nap gazebos, a fifty meter lap pool, fresh seafood restaurant, the Jamu bar, library, Spa boutique and over twenty new Massage spa villas that access health spa Village directly! Their healing huts offer traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine and Malay healing to just name a few of their specialties.
Their massage spa programs are designed around their "Umbrella Concept", which is achieving balance with Rejuvenation and Longevity, Relaxation, Stress reduction, and Detoxification and Romance. Choosing this destination spa will have you coming home with lifelong tools for living a healthier and happier life, as well as a unique and memorable experience.
The Dheva Spa At Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi in Chiangmai, Thailand has been named after a Thai Star Goddess who is believed by many to be the guardian of longevity and spiritual enlightenment. All employees are trained in their own company Academy to the highest levels available in Holistic therapies, massage, relaxation and Wellness program design.
The Dheva Spa offers twenty five treatment suites that have a harmonious and refreshing design that has been inspired by an ancient Mandalay Palace. They have an exquisite fitness centre that has programs in yoga, Pilates and high class exercise regimes. They encourage their visitors to maintain a goal of achieving Nirvana as well as spiritual and physical perfection. This is obtainable through wellness programs that include Aqua therapy, Private Whirlpools, Swimming Pools, Color Therapy, Yoga, Outdoor Exercise and Relaxation, Tennis, Gym, Beauticians, in house education and beauty spa treatments. From Aromatherapy face and body treatments to Holistic Workshops, their trained professionals are second to none and are definitely worth traveling ten thousand miles for! Open from 8 am to 10 pm means that everyone can maximize the benefits of their stay all day, every day.
A few other top class destination spas in Asia include the Chiva-Chiva-Som International Health Resort in Thailand, the Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa in China and the Kamalaya Koh Samui, Thailand. The Life Wellness Resort Quy Nhon in Vietnam and the Plateau At Grand Hyatt Hong Kong are also top quality, luxury destination beauty spa, massage spas and health spas.
If you are interested in spoiling yourself with an experience of perfection, a destination spa package could be your answer. The SpaAsia Crystal Awards are definitely a good indication of who is the current day market leader in the Spa industry, but Asia covers a large area and there are countless excellent facilities to choose from. Do your research and you are guaranteed to find one that appeals to you and can make your dream holiday come true.
www.hydrospabusiness.com
A destination spa has the purpose of providing visitors with opportunities to improve their health and well being and learn to make better lifestyle choices. Offering professional, trained therapists is a must, as administering fitness programs, healthy food, education and quality massage spa services and treatments can only be adequately done by qualified and passionate employees. As with all industries, there are always those who stand out from the crowd, excelling in their excellence and offering the perfect customer experience to every individual who stays with them.
The 2006 SpaAsia Crystal Awards found they couldn't determine a single winner for the category of Best Destination Spa. Instead, they announced a tie between two excellent choices that offer world class service, accommodation, size and standards and had a winning number of public votes as well. The two winners were the Spa Village Pangkor Laut Resort in Malaysia And The Dheva Spa At Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi in Chiangmai, Thailand.
The Spa Village at Pangkor Laut Resort offers the perfect, indulging getaway that makes you feel like it's the only place in the world. Their aim is to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul. They combine Chinese, Thai, Malay and Indian healing modalities to ensure you get the best of all traditions. It got the name "Spa Village" because it is a collection of unique, individual "villages" with indoor and outdoor areas, covering more than four acres. Guests are surrounded by lotus ponds, herb gardens, courtyards, a reflexology path and low, romantic style buildings. Combined with the wondrous ocean view and sea breezes, it really needs to be seen to be believed!
The Spa Village has eight treatment pavilions, healing huts, a deluxe Belian treatment pavilion, two bath houses, three Thai pavilions, three Nap gazebos, a fifty meter lap pool, fresh seafood restaurant, the Jamu bar, library, Spa boutique and over twenty new Massage spa villas that access health spa Village directly! Their healing huts offer traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine and Malay healing to just name a few of their specialties.
Their massage spa programs are designed around their "Umbrella Concept", which is achieving balance with Rejuvenation and Longevity, Relaxation, Stress reduction, and Detoxification and Romance. Choosing this destination spa will have you coming home with lifelong tools for living a healthier and happier life, as well as a unique and memorable experience.
The Dheva Spa At Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi in Chiangmai, Thailand has been named after a Thai Star Goddess who is believed by many to be the guardian of longevity and spiritual enlightenment. All employees are trained in their own company Academy to the highest levels available in Holistic therapies, massage, relaxation and Wellness program design.
The Dheva Spa offers twenty five treatment suites that have a harmonious and refreshing design that has been inspired by an ancient Mandalay Palace. They have an exquisite fitness centre that has programs in yoga, Pilates and high class exercise regimes. They encourage their visitors to maintain a goal of achieving Nirvana as well as spiritual and physical perfection. This is obtainable through wellness programs that include Aqua therapy, Private Whirlpools, Swimming Pools, Color Therapy, Yoga, Outdoor Exercise and Relaxation, Tennis, Gym, Beauticians, in house education and beauty spa treatments. From Aromatherapy face and body treatments to Holistic Workshops, their trained professionals are second to none and are definitely worth traveling ten thousand miles for! Open from 8 am to 10 pm means that everyone can maximize the benefits of their stay all day, every day.
A few other top class destination spas in Asia include the Chiva-Chiva-Som International Health Resort in Thailand, the Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa in China and the Kamalaya Koh Samui, Thailand. The Life Wellness Resort Quy Nhon in Vietnam and the Plateau At Grand Hyatt Hong Kong are also top quality, luxury destination beauty spa, massage spas and health spas.
If you are interested in spoiling yourself with an experience of perfection, a destination spa package could be your answer. The SpaAsia Crystal Awards are definitely a good indication of who is the current day market leader in the Spa industry, but Asia covers a large area and there are countless excellent facilities to choose from. Do your research and you are guaranteed to find one that appeals to you and can make your dream holiday come true.
www.hydrospabusiness.com
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