• Feeling stressed?
• Struggling to keep up with the demands of your life?
• Living on fast food?
• Feeling bloated and overweight?
• Don’t have enough time for yourself?
………………….. It’s time to change your life!
Getting away from tension filled days and spending the holidays rejuvenating both the mind and body might be something that many people look for during this difficult period. As traditional Asian treatments become the preferred choice for tourists, one of the fastest growing segments of Asian travel business is “wellness travel,” a segment dedicated to fitness, spas, yoga and meditation retreats, medical tourism and other personal pampering. Whatever your selection will be, all these choices only give best result for relaxations.

Thanks to the explosion in wellness travel, a detox vacation no longer has to feel like a life sentence. After all, pleasure also needs to be part of the cure. South East Asia, in particular, is home to several stunning detox retreats. Tell tale signs that it’s high time for a detox retreat include bad skin, poor digestion, irregular bowel movement, constipation, bloating, allergies and muscular pain to name a few. Stress, caffeine, alcohol, food, water, the air we breathe, medication and even the products rubbed into our skin can overload our system with toxins.
Detoxing is a regime for those interested in cleansing their body of unwanted waste products accumulated over many years. It is magical that in 7 days you can eliminate unwanted toxins with little or no discomfort. Afterwards expect, higher energy, clearer thinking, and enhanced happiness. Weight loss, releasing unwanted emotional patterns around food and improved digestion are a few of the benefits.
Detox at these spa retreats
Detox spa retreats that will leave you feeling fit-and-fabulous. All you have to do is sign up at any of these detox destinations:
Chiva Som International Resort – Hua Hin, Thailand
Chiva Som Health and Wellness center provides complimentary treatments ranging from Medical Holistic therapies to Spa, Medi-Spa, Physiotherapy and Fitness programs. Treatments are customized for individuals to improve lifestyles through the integration of naturopathic and conventional medicines. ‘Ultimate Detox Retreats’ are recommended for those who wish to experience deeper detoxification in five-star Thai surroundings. ( www.chivasom.com )
The Farm at San Benito – Lipa City, Batangas Philippines
The Farm at San Benito, two hours from Manila, is a 119 acre resort with suites and villas that are so plush you may never want to leave… The resort is renowned for its vegan and raw cuisine—the ingredients for which come from the on-estate organic farm. The 14-night Recovery Retreat is a customized body detox program which includes colon hydrotherapy and target organ cleansing. Food intake is mostly pure vegetable juices and quality super-food supplements to cleanse the body. A typical day involves yoga, meditation, pilates, jungle walks, kidney cleansing, colema, colonic irrigation, calisthenics and massages. (www.thefarm.com.ph)
Chlorophyll treatment at the farm
Bagus Jati – Bali, Indonesia
The Health and well-being program is totally focused on the individual guest as they learn to be fit, eat healthier, and reduce stress. For those interested in food planning or weight management, healthy cooking classes are also available. At certain scheduled times throughout the year guests can also choose from private consultations and workshops addressing lifestyle changes, with visiting international specialists who reside at the resort. Bagus Jati is more than pleased to welcome non-hotel guests to join the health and well-being programs.(www.bagusjati.com)
Kamalaya, Koh Samui, Thailand
Recently voted the “Best Wellness Retreat” by the Spa Asia Crystal Awards, this resort is surrounded by lush green forests, streams, and boulders while overlooking an exquisite private cove. It is renowned as one of the world’s most beautiful detox destinations. Stay in earthy yet well-appointed villas with Naturopaths, Traditional Chinese Medical and Allopathic doctors at your disposal. Their seven-day Essential Detox Retreat includes seven nights accommodation, transfers, all organic meals and juices, nutritional supplements, herbs and homeopathic remedies, one BIA analysis, six Infrared Saunas, seven spa treatments, cooking classes, educational discussions, cleansing and holistic activities. (www.kamalaya.com)
BIO Resurge – Cha Am, Phetchaburi Thailand
BIOresurge is a private clinic, located at Cha Am (two hours from Bangkok) that is so exclusive that only 10 clients are allowed at a time. The rooms are ultra-luxe as is the 10kms of private beach. BIO Miracle resurge is a 21-day personalized program based on rejuvenation formulas that enable patients to build lean body mass while losing body fat. A typical day starts with a 2hr walk followed by breakfast, a gym session, a massage and lunch. Post-lunch activities include a bike ride, another gym session, a massage and a light walk. Accommodation, meals, spa services, health supplements, medical analysis, nutritional analysis, dietary education and fitness training are included with the program. (www.bioresurge.com)
Absolute Sanctuary – Ko Samui, Thailand
Thailand’s premier Detox & Yoga Resort, located on the beautiful island of Koh Samui, blends luxurious accommodations with a wide range of vibrant detoxification programs, yoga classes, spa treatment menus, healthy and organic food, and other dynamic therapies. Absolute Sanctuary caters to those seeking a journey back to balance, rejuvenation, and wellness. This oasis of relaxation helps guests re-fuel with good energy, nutritious cuisine, and healing therapies. (www.absolutesanctuary.com)











May 4, 2011 at 1:35 am
Good point. I hadn’t thguoht about it quite that way. :)