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Tensions will drift away during this traditional Thai herbal therapy that has been practiced for thousands of years. This healing session begins with the application of a warm herbal poultice containing a variety of steamed and therapeutic Thai herbs and spices, to soothe muscle tension and improve blood circulation. Once the pores are open, a relaxing, full body massage using natural, herbal oils primes the body for deeper penetration of the herbs and spices into the body’s internal system for maximum beneficial effects.

For optimum health restoration and a sense of vitality, experience this unique and ancient art of body therapy. Conducted in a meditative environment, the therapist uses fingers, thumbs, elbows, arms and feet to apply passive stretching techniques and gentle acupressure along your energy lines, allowing your body’s internal energy to flow more freely. Truly a dynamic, physical experience which integrates the body, mind, emotions and spirit!

This indulgent massage entails the penetrating and alluring warmth of pure essential oils, smoothed over the body using natural, heated volcanic stones to release the body’s stored tension from within muscular tissues. Simultaneously, smaller healing stones are placed on key energy centers of the body to channel their healing power towards your ultimate relaxation and to help balance the spirit from within.

Based on a technique developed in 1812 by a Swedish physiologist, Per Henrik Ling, this type of massage has become the foundation of the majority of all Western massage techniques. Specifically designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, five variations of strokes are used to stimulate the nervous system through rolling movement of the fingers and vibration of the body. This firm yet gentle-pressure massage improves blood circulation, flexibility and promotes overall well-being.

When the body calls for ultimate calm and repose, this treatment, based on the principles of aromatherapy and Swedish massage, is the perfect remedy. Select your choice from four specially blended oils, Anantara, Harmony, Thailand Spice and Tranquility and then surrender to the gentle and soothing care of our therapist’s hands. Using a combination of strokes and acupressure techniques, this aromatic and sublime massage allows the healing properties contained within the fragrant unguents to penetrate into your skin, encouraging the mind to let go and submit to a state of peace and calm.

An ancient healing technique developed in India over thousands of years ago where warm Ayurvedic oils corresponding to individual doshas are used in a full body massage to alleviate muscle fatigue and tension, improve circulation and harmonize the body’s energy levels. An extremely balancing treatment that calms the mind, uplifts the spirit and reconnects the body with its underlying intelligence.

Drawn from timeless traditions, this ancient massage technique hails from the beautiful island of Bali in Indonesia and is known for its spiritual and physical healing properties. Using Indonesian floral oil containing relaxing lavender and calming Ylang Ylang, palm pressure, stretching techniques and acupressure are applied to the body to relieve tension and muscle fatigue, improve blood flow and bring you sensations of total calm serenity and body restoration.

The head, neck and shoulders are important energy centers in the body and can easily harness tension and stiffness based on stress. This special form of massage, with Ayurvedic principles in mind, uses Ayurvedic oils and pressure point Indian head massage techniques to relax and revitalize the body and provide relief from muscle tension and any pain in those specific energy centers.

As the back is said to carry most of our daily stresses, treat yourself to this perfect, healing massage therapy. Using adequate pressure, long deep strokes and continuous motion, generous amounts of oil are applied on the back, neck and shoulders, paying particular attention to areas of the back that carry the most tension. This beneficial massage helps to improve blood circulation, relieve stress and optimize relaxation.

In this age-old therapy, the true art and healing power of foot massage is revealed. Pressure is applied to specific zones on the feet which link to specific internal organs of the body, using the thumbs and fingers, in order to induce relief from stress and tension. A dynamic mix of stimulation and relaxation, this healing art will help to promote your overall well-being.