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Southern Spa Therapies

Thai spas in the South have a look and feel that is different and distinctive from the other regions of Thailand, yet like those in the other regions, the spas here take their character from the landscape and local culture.

Southern Thai spas are defined by the easygoing seaside culture of the spectacular beaches and islands that make Thailand’s southern region one of the world’s most popular holiday destinations. Spas have added an enticing new dimension to a beach holiday in Thailand, making the whole Thai holiday experience even better than before.

People used to find it relaxing to simply lie on the beach with the occasional dip in the sea, but the popularity of beach resort spas have added an extra dimension of relaxation and indulgence to the holiday.

Visitors now realize that having a fabulous massage or facial is the best way to give balance to their body after a day on the beach, too much sun and salt, or just to ease tired muscles after strenuous day of water sports. It is a treat that many oversea visitors would not find so easily available or so affordably priced in their own country.

Southern spa treatments are also distinctive from those from other regions, with many southern spa treatments being related to the sea-and-sun beach culture. Spa-goers will find plenty of salt to polish the newly acquired tan to golden glow, coconut body scrubs from the fruits of the plentiful coconut plantations that cover the south to nourish and moisturize the skin to a gleaming finish, and cucumber and water melon facials to refresh the complexion as an antidote to the sun’s harsh rays and you cannot over look the cooling aloe vera body wraps to soothe sun burnt skin.

Then there is the ‘Andaman Treatment’ incorporating herbal steam, a scrub with fresh grated coconut, turmeric, black sesame powder, yoghurt and Phuket pineapple followed by a massage based on Royal Thai massage and finishing with a pineapple facial, almost good enough to eat!

South Thailand Spa

Different islands also offer their own style of spa. The island of Phuket in the Andaman Sea is famed for its rich offering of luxurious destination resorts.

For the sophisticated and discerning spa-goer, you will find some of Thailand’s most famous pampering spas here, in would-class hotels such as Banyan Tree, Amanpuri and JW Marriott Phuket. A spa experience that is the perfect complement to rigorous holiday activities, power sports, sailing or even a leisurely game of golf.

In contrast, Koh Samui in the Gulf of Thaialnd has developed its own identity as a destination for holistic wellness, health and detox retreats offering everything from colon cleansing therapies, to weight loss, fasting and detoxification treatments and programs, as well as destination yoga and meditation retreats.

Many spas have embraced the wellness concept and now more and more of them offer holistic healing therapies, such as sound healing, crystal therapy, and energy healing with Reiki and alternative healing therapies like acupuncture, and targeting a broad range of Spa-goer from the those seeking luxury to those seeking a more back-to-nature style of spa experience.

Other spa island destinations in the area include Koh Phi Phi and Koh Racha, but mainland destination like Krabi and Khao Lak are also worthy of those seeking a southern Thai sap experience.

As with other regions, probably the most fabulous feature of southern spas is the amazing variety and quality of spa design. Many spa designs take in the incedible natural scenery and incorporate the landscape as part of the spa design. Many spas are located on hillsides overlooking the sea, giving guests a bird’s eye view or 180 degree view of the sea.

Many spa suites are designed with outdoor massage areas and plunge pools and Jacuzzis with sea views. While not all spas can offer a sea view Jacuzzi flower bath, even those without views are designed to create a private world within a world for guests, such as spa nestled in lush private gardens and bathtubs located in the middle of lotus ponds filled with gold fish. Many resorts offer private pool villas with private massage salas so that the spa therapist can give the massage in your room for completely personalized spa service.

With all these fantastic features that Thai spas in the South have to offer, from gorgeous natural beaches and islands to distinctive spa treatments to incredible and unforgettable design, it’s no wonder that this is one of the most popular spa destinations.

Selection of Spa Therapies

Thai Spa Therapies
Thai spas are a part of the diverse tourism service gaining popularity among visitors, both Thais and foreigners. As such, there has been a continual increasing growth in the service industry concerning beauty and health in Thailand.

Thai Spa In Mind
Designers and architects continue to outdo themselves with new and more creative designs incorporating outdoor spa suites, open-air bathrooms and luxury spa villa.

Central Spa Therapies
Spas in the Central Region have their own distinctive character, resulting from two key influences, the exciting capital city Bangkok and the culture of the Central Region.

Northern Spa Therapies
Northern Thailand’s romantic landscape of misty hills, hill tribe people, and magnificent temples has made it a favorite holiday destination for both Thais and foreign visitors.

Southern Spa Therapies
Asia could arguably be called the centre of the spa universe. It offers so many different therapies in so many blissful locations that sometimes it is hard to know what it is you are actually looking for.

Asian Spa Therapies
Asia could arguably be called the centre of the spa universe. It offers so many different therapies in so many blissful locations that sometimes it is hard to know what it is you are actually looking for.