Spa Cuisine joy...

There is such joy in staying at a Spa Resort when you experience the amazing care and attention given to the spa cuisine and their spa wellness treatments.  Keemala in Phuket is just that place. 

We are thrilled to share with you a couple of delicious recipes, so you can create and share them with your loved ones.  Of course, the best way to delight in Keemala's wholesome spa cuisine would be to be on a holiday with your loved one. Not only because their wonderful staff would be creating them for you, but because you'd simply be relaxing with your feet up looking out to ocean, swimming in your private pool, exploring the little village of Kamala and then retreating to the Mala Spa. Bliss!

Tomorrow start your day with...

BREAKFAST SMOOTHIE BOWL
Ingredients:
Banana 1pc
Mango  1/2pc
Almond milk  2tbs
Cacao powder  1tsp
Seasonal fruits  1/2cup
Mixed nuts, chopped  1tbs
Chia seeds  1tsp
Goji berries  1tsp

Preparation:
1. In a high-speed blender combine banana, mango, almond milk and cacao powder and blend until smooth.  Pour into a serving bowl
2.  Arrange season fruits on top of the smoothie and top with the remaining ingredients.  Serve fresh.

Keemala - breakfast smoothie bowl

Another wholesome meal to create that can be served for either lunch or dinner and would delight any vegetarian or vegan is Keemala's signature dish:

SPRING SPINACH SALAD
Ingredients:
Salad
Fresh baby spinach  400g
Fresh strawberries  10pcs
Avocado  1 whole
Smoked coconut flesh  200g
Edible flowers  5g
Pink peppercorn  5g
Sea salt  5g
Sicilian lemon oil  20ml

Creamy Cashew Nut Dressing
Organic cashew nut  800g
Fresh lemon juice  50ml
Garlic, finely chopped  30g
Chives, chopped  15g
Fine Himalayan salt  20g
Smoked coconut water  200g

Preparation:
1. In a food processor add organic cashew nut, fresh lemon juice, garlic, chives and smoked coconut water and pulse until well blended.  Season with salt to taste.
2. In a large bowl, add fresh baby spinach, strawberries, avocado and smoked coconut flesh and mix well. Top with edible flowers and crushed pink peppercorn.  Add sea salt and Sicilian lemon oil to taste. 
3.  Add dressing to the salad and toss just before serving.

Keemala - signature spa cuisine dish - Spring Spinach Salad

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Absolutely You...

Absolute Sanctuary has been a part of our Spa WellnessTravel Collection for several years. Each year there’s a selection process that I go through to make certain that the destination spa we choose to work with is offering a positive experience and outcome for the guest when booking with Spa Wellness Travel.

On the surface, Absolute Sanctuary may look like a solo establishment but for those living in Bangkok; they know there’s much more before it began.  For Benjaporn Karoooknornsakul, it was an inevitable progression for the advancement of Absolute You.  A Thai woman living and working in finance first discovered yoga in 2001 and has been hooked ever since - it resonated with her and she felt the benefits.

On returning to Bangkok, she was adamant she was going to continue her practise and in doing so set about opening her own studio.   As her life and body changed, as it does with age and after having children, her curiosity and dedication to allowing your body to be the best it can be lead to the addition of Pilates reformer classes then CoreBlast classes.  With a mission to improve your lifestyle and evolve you to someone you want to become, Karooknornsakul has created Absolute You. 

Eight studios are now dotted around Bangkok, as well as an Absolute Fitfood outlet - knowing you cannot look and feel good alone on exercise that you do need a nutritional wholesome balance diet to improve your being.  Now this takes us back to where we started, at Absolute Sanctuary.

An award winning destination spa, Absolute Sanctuary in 2016 was awarded “Best for Yoga” by Wellness Travel Awards – spafinder. 

With a large array of fitness and yoga classes at Absolute Sanctuary, guests in the new year can expect an upgrading of facilities, a larger gym and the addition of a rhythm cycling studio in addition two the two new wellness programs – Lifestyle Change and Meaningful Holiday.

Lifestyle Change package is structured over 30 or 60 days with three defined phases to strengthen you and give you the knowledge to take away so your transformed you lives beyond the stay at Absolute Sanctuary!   Enquire and book your stay today.

Spa Wellness Travel reservations: 03-5254 1411

NEW Lifestyle Collection at The Barai

The Barai is an amazing spa resort located on the beautiful beach at Hua Hin, Thailand.  It was the sister property I.Sawan Residential Spa & Club at the Grand Hyatt Bangkok that brought The Barai to my attention. The space, the treatment, the facilities and the comforts that were dedicated to allowing an individual to retreat and switch off, was breathtaking.

It is a thrill to be advised that The Barai at Hyatt Regency's new Lifestyle Collection has just been released.  To clarify, all though the package may seem dedicated, it is still a spa resort, there are no medical persons conducting or monitoring treatments, but there is a dedicated Director of Spa, Sylvia Marsden overseeing all.  Here is a bit of insight to what you can expect...

THE BARAI Lifestyle Collection was created around the three pillars of good health: rest and relaxation, exercise, and healthy nutrition, all of which are essential to leading a long, happy and healthy life. Programs are available in 3, 5 and 7 day choices:
- Ultimate unwind
- Bespoke yoga journey
- Vital body cleanse
- Dynamic fitness kick-starter
- Healthy weight kick–starter (5 and 7 days only)

 “We are very proud to launch our new Lifestyle Collection programs which will focus on identifying our guests personal lifestyle needs, offering support and guidance to help recover from the daily stresses of modern life. After completing the program, our guests will leave THE BARAI feeling revitalised and healthier at the end of their stay. With each program, our guests will receive a Healthy Lifestyle Consultation including a comprehensive Body Composition Analysis with our new InBody machine which goes beyond traditional body composition analysis. Guests will be able to get a detailed analysis of their body fat percentage, lean body mass, and total body water in order to track their health progress and understand how their diet, lifestyle and training regime are influencing overall body composition,” said Ms. Sylvia Marsden, Director of Spa, THE BARAI.

 This Lifestyle Collection offers a wide range of relaxing and result-oriented programs that draw inspiration from ancient traditional Thai health rituals, along with the best and most innovative of Western therapies. Taking a holistic approach to mind, body and spirit while focusing on a customised itinerary, the programs are designed to meet the needs of each guest, addressing the most important elements of health & wellbeing. Each program also complemented by a new healthy menu to be served at McFarland House restaurant.

Relax with a Massage

Treatment room at The Barai

The Barai Suite

McFarland House

OFFER:

To share the joy of these Lifestyle Collection programs, Spa Wellness Travel has a special offer for reservations made 30 days in advance: Stay 3 / Pay 2 : Stay 5 / Pay 4 : Stay 7 / Pay 5

For all reservations contact us: T:03-5254 1411 or  E: Spa Wellness Travel Reservations

The Barai - especially for men

It's a given spa treatments are not just for women.  Peruse a spa menu and you'll often discover a dedicated 'his' and 'her' spa treatment section within the menu. Over a decade ago I was with a boyfriend transiting in a Bali, I went a booked a facial for myself and a massage for him.  On return I informed him of the spa appointments and his response was "why didn't you book me in for a facial?".  With a questioning look, I responded with "since when have you cared about your skin?", I went and changed our spa appointment to two facials.
I am delighted to advise the premier luxury spa The Barai within our Spa Wellness Travel Collection has just launched the new 'For Men' treatments using Pevonia Botanica spa products which have been designed combining marine compounds with botanical compounds in order to deliver highly visible results.
Besides the variety of indigenous 'For Men' treatments at The Barai, guests can choose from an a la carte spa menu or indulge himself with 2.5 hours of 'Men's Health' package...

THE BARIA 'For Men' Treatments:
Noir Sonic (body wrap and body massage) - 90 mins
This is a sensuous natural clay massage.  Relax and detox abilities from amino acid extract and vitamin enzymes.  Suitable for sensitive and sun burned skin.  Water lilies and an extract from white lotuses relieve muscle aches, free radicals and sooth the skin.  Ideal treatment for relaxing with a Swedish integrated massage.

Body Energise (body massage) - 90 mins
This treatment increases blood circulation and energy metabolism with the use of extracts of methyl nicotinate and niacin. It is especially designed for those who prefer heavy massage or sport lover.

Skinfitness (facial treatment) - 90 mins
This exclusive anti-aging treatment for men exfoliates and relaxes the skin, reduces wrinkles and tightens the skin with a repairing freeze-dried escutox, a natural botox registered by Pevonia. Pearl extract also helps brighten the skin and the best caviar is applied to repair and revitalise the skin to a youthful look.

DNA - Day & Night All-in-one (facial treatment) - 60 mins
The all-in-one spa facial treatment is designed especially for him.  Marine DNA polypeptides from marine collagen helps tighten pores and deeply hydrate, its potent and is quickly and easily absorbed for an immediate and visible result.

Special OFFER: 'Men's Health' Package
Spa Duration: 2.5 hours
Includes:  Noir Sonic Treatment, 90 mins + DNA (Day & Night All-in-One, 60 mins
Valid: for stays before 31 April 2016

Noir Sonic Treatment - natural clay massage

The Barai - outdoor treatment room area

Powder mask for HIM - skinfit

Discover more on The Barai and for reservations contact Spa Wellness Travel t: 03-5254 1411

congratulations Kamalaya...

From the onset of opening its doors in 2005, Kamalaya has been an award winner.  When I was a participating judge of AsiaSpa magazine, Kamalaya always featured in the nominations and would walk out with winning at least one award. Whether being industry or tourism focused, the award for cuisine or destination spa, Kamalaya has always been deserving.  Congratulations to them!

At the prestigious Condé Nast Traveller Spa Awards 2016 held in London on 2nd February, Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary & Holistic Spa was honoured to be named “Best Destination Spa”.

 Each year, the UK’s leading luxury travel magazine selects the world’s best spas in just nine categories setting an internationally recognised benchmark for the wellness industry. This year’s winners are also announced in the magazine’s annual Spa Guide, released this week. The guide spotlights the best places in the world to relax, recharge and be well; demanding consistently high standards, excellent service and palpable results. Kamalaya founders Karina and John Stewart were extremely moved to receive this accolade, which was presented by Condé Nast Traveller’s editor Melinda Stevens: “We are thrilled and honoured to receive this esteemed award from Condé Nast Traveller and are truly grateful for the outstanding recognition this award bestows on the Kamalaya team whose warm-hearted dedication to our guests is such an inspiration. With immense gratitude and heartfelt appreciation we thank the Condé Nast Traveller experts and our whole Kamalaya family including our loyal guests.”



Whether a first time guest or a repeat guest, maintaining or needing to enhance your happiness and wellbeing,  Kamalaya Koh Samui has a great array of purposely designed programs.

For advise and reservations contact: T: 03-5254 1411