Monthly Archives: June 2011

Choosing the right spa for you

Posted on June 29, 2011 by jimcarr

It’s a question of expectations and using your expectations to help you decide, says Odile Mennechet, international trainer for Maria Galland, Paris.  In fact, she suggests visiting three or four spas before making your decision. “The most important thing – when … Continue reading →

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Peninsula Bangkok adds exclusive new facial

Posted on June 29, 2011 by jimcarr

 The Peninsula in Bangkok has introduced a new treatment – a cellular hydration facial – designed to rejuvenate dry and dehydrated skin. The cellular hydration facial is exclusive to the Peninsula Spa by ESPA, lasts 80 minutes and combines three … Continue reading →

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If you’re talking about marriage proposals . . .

Posted on June 28, 2011 by jimcarr

Imagine a baby elephant as your ring bearer or finding a secluded nook on a fantasy isle to make a proposal you’ll remember all your life.  It’s all part of a special package of unexpected and one-of-a-kind scenarios created by Anantara Hotels, … Continue reading →

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Bandara’s Summer and Fall Promotion

Posted on June 28, 2011 by jimcarr

Bandara Resort and Spa on Koh Samui is offering three new promotion packages for summer and additional packages for October and November.  In July, Bandara will feature its 100-minute Bye Bye Cellulite package that includes a herbal steam bath, a slimming spice wrap and … Continue reading →

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Raya Spa’s ultimate recovery package

Posted on June 24, 2011 by jimcarr

 The package is part of Raya Spa’s Getaway promotion that begins with an eucalyptus steam bath, followed by a 60-minute bright harmony aroma massage and an aromatherapy facial for radiant skin and a healthier appearance. The massage relieves anxiety and tensions … Continue reading →

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Royal Garden’s new spa package

Posted on June 24, 2011 by jimcarr

Elemis has teamed up with the Royal Garden Spa at the Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa to offer a special spa package that includes a walk-away gift of exotic frangipani monoi oil. The package, available for 4,000 Baht until Sept. 30, … Continue reading →

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New resort director at Absolute Sanctuary

Posted on June 23, 2011 by jimcarr

 Absolute Sanctuary on Koh Samui has a new wellness and resort director. She is Jessica E. Simpson, who comes to Absolute Sanctuary with an extensive background in the spa and wellness industry. Jessica’s previous posts include: Vocational evaluator of Gulfstream Goodwill … Continue reading →

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GHA’s Experience Express Tours

Posted on June 23, 2011 by jimcarr

Travel by tuk tuk to make a wish at Thailand’s oldest Indian temple or get ringside VIP seats at the Muay Thai boxing stadium with Anantara Hotels, Resorts and Spas. Anantara is part of the new Grand Hotel Alliance (GHA), created by 12 … Continue reading →

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Silavadee receives TripAdvisor award

Posted on June 22, 2011 by jimcarr

Silavadee Pool Spa Resort on Koh Samui has been awarded a certificate of excellence by TripAdvisor. The award is based on comments made by 104 guests about the quality of products and services offered by Silavadee.  Silavadee’s “Back to Nature” concept covers 36 … Continue reading →

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About

Posted on June 22, 2011 by jimcarr

Why Thailand? Why Spas? I put that question to a number of spa professionals on a recent tour of Thai spas and I still don’t have a simple explanation, other than there is a special connection that doesn;t quite exist elsewhere. Everyone … Continue reading →

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