| Spa Koh Samui - The History of Spa in Koh Samui |
Spa Koh SamuiThe Samui Phenomenon - Rejuvenate Yourself! There is magic in the Universe. To believe in such marvels may appear as foolish as the imaginings of the giants and dragons that chase our childhood dreams. But our dreams carry truths into the gentle nights that create these awesome sights, for we have found such an island that beckons us to her misty shores. Her white sandy beaches and rocky cliffs are peppered by some universal coincidence, gathering on this one rock a plethora of holistic sanctuaries and retreats, waiting to release the ocean of vast potential that lies unearthed in each of us. One does not have to fear wanton Trolls that guard the path to this haven, nor is there a magic lamp that you must rub to grant you a wish to take you there. The only difficulty on your journey will be in choosing where you will begin upon this island of coconuts. The only hardship that Samui may offer is that the traveller is simply faced with an extraordinary choice of retreats, presenting as many diverse therapies as there are flowers that bloom upon the isle. We take you from shore to shore, over Samui’s spectacular summits to reveal hidden sanctuaries, and deep into her jungles that host these healing and holistic Spas. So why here? What force of nature has simultaneously brought all of these retreats and physicians onto one island? And, has Koh Samui become an oasis to be reckoned with in the world of Spa and Health? It wasn’t until 1976 that the first foreigners truly began to explore the possibilities on Samui. Representing a Backpacker’s haven, the first Spas set roots upon these idyllic shores, quietly forming the foundations of what would become history in the making. ‘The Spa Resort Samui Beach’ opened its doors in 1992 as the premier health and wellness centre based on Five Habits: nutrition, fasting, exercise, proper breathing and relaxation. Mr. Johannes Pawlitzki, the Executive Health Consultant for this now world-famous resort, commented on the attraction Samui has for travellers seeking to improve their body and mind, and why Samui has allowed for their own success. “Samui has become an island of healing because of its astrological location on the planet, which puts it in the same category as Ibiza/Spain, Goa/India, Bali/Indonesia, Maui/Hawaii, Mt. Shasta/California. All these places have attracted the same kind of people in the past, as they act as healing power points or earth meridians for healing. Spa Samui has been successful for the last 16 years, because it was the first Spa in Thailand when only backpackers and ‘crazy health nuts’ were interested in taking care of their health, often being ridiculed or ignored. Today healthy lifestyles are no longer mocked but taken very serious by the media, and by people who are disillusioned by what little Orthodox medicine has to offer. The drive to look for healthy alternative lifestyles has taken over. Spa Samui was in the right place at the right time, and has benefited from this growing trend ever since. The second reason why it has become so successful has to do with its low-key family atmosphere, its reliability of detox programs and affordability. Guests are treated very well as guests, regardless of much money they have in their wallets.” Fame has followed the inception of Spa Resorts on Samui, and the famous have followed in their footsteps. ‘Kamalaya Koh Samui’ is a favourite of such people as Oliver Stone, nominated by The SpaAsia Crystal Awards as the Best Wellness Retreat, and adding to its trophy shelf the Asia Spa Award for Best Destination Spa of the Year for 2008. Donna Wells, Director of Communications for Kamalaya, explains the power that this resort’s programs have to offer. “Kamalaya is a place where creativity, wellbeing and self discovery naturally unfold. Instead of rules and regulations, Kamalaya offers guidance and choice. Instead of luxury and opulence, you will find comfort and beauty. And instead of avoidance and escape, Kamalaya helps you reconnect with yourself and the world around you. It represents an unprecedented and life-affirming realm where ancient wisdom can be enhanced with the latest innovations in alternative and contemporary health care, to offer healing in the broadest sense. With its exceptional array of wellness offerings, Kamalaya is known for delivering results that meet a diverse range of needs. Kamalaya's approach to wellness is grounded in medical research and the Wellness Programs, designed by a team of multi-disciplinary practitioners, are designed for safety and efficacy. Kamalaya's core Wellness Programs include Detox & Rejuvenation, Ideal Weight, Relax & Renew and Balance & Revitalise. If you're looking for more - or less - Kamalaya's Wellness practitioners will work with you to design a personalised program.” The repertoire of facilities on Samui is as breathtaking as are the sunsets that linger above the Gulf of Siam off of her opulent shores. Over the course of the past 2 decades, Samui has illustrated through the presence of both the 5-Star amenities, as well as the affordable spas, that this island has become a traveller’s paradise for rejuvenation. The Four Seasons, Centara Grand Beach Samui, Tamarind Springs Tropical Day Spa, Sila Evanson Hideaway & Spa, Anantara Resort & Spa Samui, and Napasai Spa of the Orient Express Hotels are only a few that highlight a wide range of relaxing treatments, massages and indulgences, rooted in Thai traditional medicine, local herbs and Oriental philosophies. Inspired by Asian healing philosophies, these spas provide holistic treatments using combinations of natural ingredients such as tropical fruits and flowers to balance physical and psychological wellbeing, utilising body massage to encourage energy flow. As Helen Almgren, Spa Director at the Four Seasons relates, Martina Sager who has been working with Santiburi Resort and Spa since 1998, specializes in Tibetan Energy Balancing and is also a Reiki Master and Teacher. Martina believes that Koh Samui has a Universal attraction to physicians with healing hands because of its strong, unique energy-field, which appears to be a vortex for universal life-force energy. “If this energy is applied in the right way and direction, it profoundly assists and accelerates any kind of Healing therapy, but also promotes personal spiritual growth. If I could describe it in a metaphor I would say, ‘Samui has the energy of mother and the taste of vanilla.’ For all human beings, but especially for those in a healing profession, it’s essential to be in alignment with the forces of nature and the five elements. Being in Touch with Mother Nature, being able to eat the freshest tropical fruits and enjoying a simple life-style, is perhaps the reason why most of the healers choose to settle down here. It’s definitely one of the reasons why people come back here every single year to spend their holiday. Combined with the friendliness of the Thai people, Samui is an ideal spot to heal and to live.” The Spa phenomenon has escalated to Olympian heights on Samui, with Design Hotels and other eclectic resorts providing visitors with the best that Thailand has to offer. The Renaissance Resort & Spa Samui, Health Oasis Resort, Sala Samui Resort and Spa, Villa Lawana’s La Malila Spa, Natural Wing Health Spa & Resort, Living Senses Spa and X2 Resorts Samui are among some more of the finest world-class institutions on Samui, dedicated to going beyond the healing art of relaxation. Sumol Anakwwongsawat at La Malila Spa stresses, “We aim to bring the balance back into your life. La Malila offers a comprehensive variety of treatments ranging from the traditional Asian to historical Indian Ayuravedic massages. In fact, this very special, warm oil, Ayuravedic massage is not a simple massage, but a healing that is very rare to find in other typical spas. We treasure old therapeutic arts as well as new scientific discoveries, so while the treatments rely on ancient massage techniques passed on from generation to generation, they also incorporate modern sciences to help further nourish and revitalize your body.” Samui holds as many spas within its shores, as there are raindrops within the clouds of its monsoons. The treatments here varying from as ancient as Thailand’s civilizations, to as contemporary as it’s 5-Star new age resorts. In conclusion, Mr. J. Paul Snow, GM of X2 Samui provides the rational for the strength that Samui possesses as a healing isle. ”Samui was once regarded, in the not so distant past, as a destination that was ‘off the beaten track,’ however with the opening of the airport to Regional and International routes, Samui has been discovered by a wider range of tourists showcasing experiences suited to all types of budgets and lifestyle expectations. Surrounded by the sea, Samui is a pleasant respite from the pollution and noise of other Asian cities, and has matured into a destination for people seeking a multi-purpose holiday. Health and healing has been a natural offspring for the growth of Samui, being blessed with excellent weather, and with an abundance of natural food products and unpolluted spaces to relax, Samui is a perfect destination for those seeking to learn how to follow a more gentle, stress free and healthier way of life.” Add this page to your favorite Social Bookmarking websites          |
