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KAMALAYA
This groundbreaking
resort has become a
sanctuary for guests
looking for more than
just a relaxing beach
holiday. Combining
wellness, detox, holistic
and Western medicine,
it’s a magnet for people
looking to recharge,
find healing and peace.
From weight control to
stress relief, sleep issues
to health complaints,
there’s a full team of
naturopaths and doctors
available to support
each individual’s
programme. Built into
a hillside overlooking
its own peaceful beach,
Kamalaya enjoys an
international reputation
as an authentic wellness
sanctuary with a luxury
edge. (
kamalaya.com)
ESCAPE
from
prying eyes with
your very own
beach cabana at
Lamai Beach
S E C L U S I O N
World-
class
wellness
For Kids
COCO SPLASH
Kids of all ages regularly brave
the dizzying heights of the
water slides at Coco Splash in
Lamai. Samui’s first waterpark
promises a fantastic day out
for the entire family, with a
mini splash area designed for
younger children.
(samuiwaterpark.com)
Stop to Shop
CENTRAL FESTIVAL SAMUI
Following in the footsteps of
Thailand’s major cities and
tourist hubs, Samui sees the
grand opening of its first large-
scale mall on 29 March. Expect
over 200 stores, including Tops
Market and Central Department
Store. “Reminiscence of a
Southern Lifestyle’’ is the
architectural theme, which
draws on influences ranging
from the island’s Sino-
Portuguese heritage to its port
and Fisherman’s Village.
(centralfestival.co.th)
ORIENTAL LIVING
Planning to take home some
Asian antiques? The experts
at Oriental Living in Maenam
have what it takes to help you
find the perfect pieces, whether
you'll be displaying them
indoors or out. The shop, which
works closely with several of
the island’s luxury hotels, can
arrange door-to-door shipping.
(oriental-living.net)
Treat Yourself
SIX SENSES SPA
Step into a peaceful hideaway
at Six Senses Spa. The Thai
Healing Massage takes aim at
the energy lines of the body,
known as “sen”. Focusing on
pressure points allows life
energy or “prana” to travel
through the body. The private
treatment rooms here overlook
the ocean.
(sixsenses.com/
resorts/samui/spa)
MAGNOLIA SPA
Scrub up clean with Magnolia's
Total Mineral Package – a
60-minute Dead Sea mineral
cream body scrub followed
by an exfoliating mud mask.
(magnolia-spa-samui.com
)
Koh Samui
IMAGE: CORBIS
