Recently awarded Two Keys in the MICHELIN Guide’s 2025 appraisal of hotels in Thailand, the luxurious beachfront resort of Banyan Tree Samui has announced upgraded services to amplify its spa and wellbeing experience. Guests and visitors to award-winning Banyan Tree Spa Samui will henceforth be afforded an enhanced guest journey from the moment they walk through the door until they leave the spa fully refreshed and rejuvenated. Following consultation for treatment, the spa will blend a bespoke massage oil with ingredients that relate directly to the guest’s requests and condition, a protocol that’s rarely observed elsewhere. The guest’s personalized massage oil includes the likes of lavender, geranium, thyme, sandalwood, rose, cedar and bergamot. The healing properties within these delicate concoctions are based on the principles of Banyan Tree’s own holistic “Eight Pillars” wellbeing philosophy – focusing on Rest; Nourishment, Connection; Movement; Mindfulness; Growth; Groundedness; and Practice. A newly elevated “purifying ritual” greets all spa guests on arrival with local healthy drinks, snacks, essential oils and cedarwood-scented towels, creating an ambience of serenity. Feet are soaked in warm water including revitalising herbal ingredients and Himalayan salts. Guests are then gently ushered into a private massage room, where they are met by soothing music and personally selected incense. Warm thermal pads placed under the head and warm eye pillows accentuate the feeling of blissful repose. Banyan Tree Spa Samui offers a range of massage treatments, including the 150-minute Royal Banyan, a signature Banyan Tree offering, delivering a combination of Eastern and Western techniques to improve blood circulation and ease muscle pains. Another signature massage that emphasizes the richness of Thai traditional techniques is the Sukhothai Heritage, a 150-minute experience infused with fresh coconut, jasmine rice, turmeric and tamarind; while the Tropical Rainmist treatment is a unique Banyan Tree innovation, with guests dowsed in a trickling rainshower before encountering a vigorous body scrub to purify the skin. Massages are concluded gracefully with Koshi chimes and Tibetan bells, allowing the guest to gently re-emerge from their reverie. The spa’s masseuses, most of whom have received intensive training at the Banyan Spa Wellbeing Academy in Phuket, are on hand to offer post-treatment health advice and recommendations. Banyan Tree Spa Samui is also host to one of Thailand’s most unique facilities, The Rainforest, a hydrotherapeutic journey through a delightful bamboo-themed course of spas, saunas, ice baths, and jet pools. The Rainforest was described by the MICHELIN Guide 2024 as a place “where tropical serenity meets holistic wellness”. This year’s MICHELIN Guide listed Banyan Tree Samui resort as one of only 27 hotels in the country that had attained either a 2-Key or 3-Key rating, with distinction based on five criteria: excellence in architecture and design; quality of service; overall personality and character; value for money; and meaningful contributions to the local community. This is the second year in a row that Banyan Tree Samui has been granted Two Keys, following a similar award in the MICHELIN Guide’s inaugural edition in 2024. Opened in 2010, the 88-key Banyan Tree Samui is a luxury all-pool villa resort. The 38-acre property is rich in flora and plant life, and its private beach is flanked by coral reefs. The resort hosts three restaurants, a spa with Banyan Tree’s signature Rainforest hydrotherapy facility, a fitness centre, a kids’ club, a meetings and events centre, and a library. Villas at Banyan Tree Samui, each with a private infinity pool, start from US$585 per night. ABOUT BANYAN TREE Banyan Tree (www.banyantree.com) offers a Sanctuary to rejuvenate the mind, body and soul in awe-inspiring locations around the globe. Rediscover the romance of travel as you journey to iconic destinations where authentic, memorable experiences await. An all-villa concept often with private pools, Banyan Tree provides genuine, authentic service and a distinctive, premium retreat experience.

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Coming to visit Krabi? From 27 November to 3 December 2025, the week-long celebration features discovery trails, a sustainable weekend market, live performances, and wellbeing, nature, and family activities – with ticket proceeds donated and matched by Banyan Group. Banyan Group, an independent global hospitality company, proudly announces the inaugural  Rainforest Festival, a week-long celebration marking the Grand Opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree, the Group’s 100th resort worldwide. Owned by Mandai Wildlife Group, the resort marks Banyan Group’s debut in Singapore and is a key addition to the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, the city-state’s wildlife and nature destination. Running from 27 November to 3 December 2025, the Rainforest Festival is the grand finale of 100 Journeys – a hundred days of global activations across Banyan Group’s portfolio leading up to this landmark opening. All festival ticket proceeds will be donated and matched dollar-for-dollar by Banyan Group in support of the President’s Challenge, which benefits 60 programmes across 52 local charities and social service organisations, with a further dollar-for-dollar match from the Government under the SG60 Matching Grants. The Rainforest Festival is our way of giving back as we mark our 100th milestone and a symbolic homecoming to Singapore. It also celebrates more than a decade of partnership and shared vision with Mandai Wildlife Group in bringing our flagship resort to life. The festival embodies our belief that travel can be a force for good – connecting people with nature, culture, and community. We are proud to support the President’s Challenge during SG60, honouring a nation that shares our commitment to a more caring and sustainable future. Eddy See, CEO, Banyan Group A Celebration of Sustainable Design, Discovery, and Shared Purpose  The Rainforest Festival invites visitors to discover how sustainable design, biodiversity, and wellbeing come together as Banyan Group celebrates its journey to 100 resorts and hotels across 20 countries and 12 brands. At the heart of the experience is the Discovery Trail – a self-guided exploration of the resort’s architecture and living design, revealing how it harmonises with the rainforest through elevated structures, tree preservation, and circular resource systems. Along the way, guests can enjoy birdwatching, nature walks, and life-sized interactive installations that reimagine familiar childhood games, with opportunities to win exclusive resort stay experiences and gifts from Banyan Tree Essentials. Anchoring the trail is The Wishing Tree, a living artwork that blossoms with every contribution. As visitors add words of hope and intention to its growing canopy of leaves, the installation becomes a collective expression of renewal, connection, and community. The Discovery Trail also features the Banyan Gallery Showcase – a curated collection of diversified crafts from around the world. Celebrating artisans Banyan Gallery has collaborated with across cultures and continents, each piece tells a story of heritage, technique, and a shared journey in bringing meaningful design to life, where craftsmanship, creativity, and cultural connection converge through art. Festival go-ers can also unwind with complimentary refreshments and tastings that celebrate local craftsmanship, responsible sourcing, and circular creativity. Highlights include Gryphon Tea’s signature blend created exclusively for the resort, Owa Coffee’s wildlife-friendly brews from Java grown under forest canopies that protect silvery gibbons, a nostalgic ice cream bread sandwich from the classic Singaporean Ice Cream Cart, and chocolate bark crafted using upcycled botanicals from Tanglin Gin’s Rainforest Gin Experience. Selected partners will also retail their signature products, with additional food and beverages available for purchase. Experiential Weekend Market and Live Performances  Over the weekend, the resort’s ballroom will transform into an experiential marketplace with Into the Rainforest by GREEN-HOUSE HangOut – a pocket-sized edition of Singapore’s largest sustainable lifestyle event. Featuring a curation of ten homegrown brands presenting sustainable creations and hosting rainforest-inspired DIY experiences, the showcase invites visitors to immerse themselves in a sensory journey through the six senses of the rainforest – colour, touch, taste, smell, sight, and life. Adding to the weekend buzz, the Festival Stage will come alive with performances celebrating Singapore’s vibrant music and arts scene, embodying a shared spirit of creativity and community. Saturday’s line-up features talented young musicians from Wolfgang Violin Studio, singer-songwriter Joie Tan, beloved music duo Jack & Rai, award-winning vocal band MICappella, and Heart Songs, an immersive vibrational medicine song circle led by wellbeing practitioner Gabrielle Mendoza, while Beans&Beats adds to the lively atmosphere on Sunday afternoon. Exclusive Wellbeing, Nature & Family Activities for Ticket Holders Throughout the week, festival ticket holders can look forward to a series of exclusive add-on wellbeing, nature and family activities to enrich their festival journey. Sessions are complimentary for ticket holders, with limited slots released progressively for advance booking over email over the coming weeks. At the award-winning Banyan Tree Spa, guests can learn to handcraft body scrubs and sleep sachets infused with natural ingredients and aromatic essential oils. They can also join leading yoga and wellbeing practitioners for sessions designed for all ages and abilities, presented in collaboration with Manduka, with exclusive gifts for participants. The highlight, 100 Sun Salutations, celebrates Banyan Group’s 100-property milestone through a collective, rhythmic flow that honours energy, vitality, and renewal – a symbolic journey of endurance, unity, and gratitude. Other sessions include Restorative Yoga & Sound Healing and Yoga Therapy & Mobility with Gabrielle Mendoza, focusing on releasing tension and restoring balance; Yoga Duo with Roxanne Gan and Ashle Tan, a playful partner practice that deepens trust and connection; and Kids Yoga with Roxanne Gan, introducing children to movement and mindfulness. Guests may also sign up for guided nature walks, stepping into the heart of the rainforest to discover the stories of native trees – how they protect the soil, nurture wildlife, and sustain the living lungs of the Earth. For younger guests aged 4 to 11, the Rangers’ Club offers hands-on workshops such as Shrink Safari and Critter Chat & Doodle, introducing children to Singapore’s native wildlife through play, art, and storytelling. Step into the Wild at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve  Complementing the festival week programme is a curated line-up of paid experiences at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, including Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree. 20 per cent of these proceeds will also be donated by Mandai Wildlife Group and the resort to the President’s Challenge. At the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, festivalgoers can look forward to a host of immersive nature-inspired experiences, with details to be announced soon. These include special offers to the precinct’s wildlife parks – Rainforest Wild Asia and Bird Paradise, with more to come. Paid experiences include guided park tours, the...

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One of the largest hotel groups in Vietnam, Meliá Hotels International, inked an agreement with local player BB Group Hospitality this month, bringing Kobi Onsen Resort Hue into the Spanish company’s fold. Joining Meliá Vinpearl Hue, this unique hot spring resort, will be the hospitality group’s second hotel in the city and its 20th hotel in Vietnam. The group will start managing the property under the name of Kobi Onsen Resort Hue, Affiliated by Meliá, in Q4 this year. It will then undergo a rebranding process over the next 12 months emerging as Meliá Hue Kobi Onsen Resort next year. Kobi Onsen Resort Hue, Affiliated by Meliá is located on the outskirts of Vietnam’s former capital, close enough to explore the Imperial City but far enough away to reap the benefits of the property’s serene and healing setting. Tapping into the natural mineral-rich hot springs of My An, the main draw of this spacious 155-key resort is its broad range of curative waters, along with wellness facilities and treatments that draw inspiration from the region. “The latest addition to our Vietnam portfolio strongly aligns with one of our key values, which is ensuring the overall wellbeing of each of our guests,” said Ignacio Martín, management director for Melia Hotels International in the APAC region. “Through properties like Kobi Onsen Resort Hue we are helping raise awareness of the importance of living a balanced life while also showing our passion for caring for all our guests’ wellbeing on a holistic level.” In addition to a traditional onsen with indoor and outdoor hot spring baths separated by gender, the resort features a range of wellbeing facilities, including a steam bath, soda bath, dry sauna, and Himalayan salt sauna. Wellness treatments integrate oriental medicine and massage practices once used by the royal family in Hue, as well as herbal treatments used by the Red Yao people, who are renowned for their healing herbal baths. The resort features tranquil Japanese-style gardens and the largest koi pond in Hue designed to offer a feeling of serenity. The Japanese carp within the waters symbolize good fortune and good luck. Other wellbeing offerings include an outdoor swimming pool, well-equipped fitness center and a golf simulator. Several dining facilities are located on site including authentic Japanese cuisine, along with a restaurant serving local and European dishes. Rooms, suites, and villas range in size from 36-square-meters to 255-square-meters with spacious the property’s 11 one-of-a-kind villas featuring private onsens. The property is a 30-minute drive from Phu Bai International Airport and less than 15-minutes from the UNESCO-designated Complex of  Monuments. This former feudal capital was the political and cultural heart of the country for close to 150 years and its rich history remains with preserved ancient palaces and shrines along with the Forbidden Purple City. While the less-touristy destination of Hue offers travelers a glimpse into the country’s past, it also is a destination rich in ancient wellness traditions making it an ideal location to slow down and focus on wellbeing. “Through BB Group we are continuing to grow our presence in the country with trusted partners who are also passionate about building the tourism industry in Vietnam in a sustainable manner,” said Gabriel Escarrer, CEO and chairman of Meliá Hotels International. The signing of the company’s 20th hotel in Vietnam marks a significant milestone, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of Meliá Rewards loyalty program. To celebrate, members can enjoy best prices, exclusive discounts, and a host of surprises across all properties in Vietnam and over 400 hotels worldwide. www.meliahotelsinternational.com

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The Anam Mui Ne, an Indochine-era inspired resort in Vietnam’s popular beach town Mui Ne, has expanded its spa and wellness offerings with the launch of its “Beach Spa” specialising in express treatments. Adjacent to the resort’s 266sqm saltwater infinity swimming pool and beach lawn, Beach Spa sits at the other end of the beach to the resort’s Lang Viet Restaurant & Bar, bookending the resort’s best view over the waterfront. Equipped with two massage beds, Beach Spa offers 15-minute and 30-minute head treatments, a 30-minute aloe-vera after sun treatment, 30-minute back treatment, 30-minute head, neck and shoulder treatment, 30-minute foot treatment and a 40-minute organic facial treatment. The spa’s highly skilled therapists pamper guests with non-clinical treatments that follow a ‘high-touch, low-tech’ approach, infusing ancient techniques from the East with Western healing practices designed to recalibrate and rejuvenate. “We want to offer the best of both worlds; not just the spa and the beach but also the choice between a longer pampering session at The Anam Spa or a 15-, 30- or 40-minute at our Beach Spa,” said the resort’s manager Ye Chang Sheng (Peter). “Whether you’re looking to briefly unwind after exploring Mui Ne’s attractions, or you’ve had a bit too much sun on the beach, in one of our two vast swimming pools, or at your private swimming pool at your suite, our express treatments are just the ticket if you’re looking for a bite-sized relaxing session before you continue with another getaway experience.” Open from 10am-6pm daily, Beach Spa’s treatments are priced from VND 300,000 to VND 450,000. In addition to the Beach Spa, The Anam Spa, situated closer to the resort’s central freshwater swimming pool, five treatment rooms, including three VIP rooms designed for couples – each equipped with two massage beds and a deep-soaking bathtub – as well as two single rooms, two steam rooms, saunas, indoor Jacuzzis and a beauty salon. As part of The Anam Spa’s “Let Your Mind Go, and Your Body Will Follow” mantra, the spa menu includes soothing and stress relieving traditional treatments, detox and slimming programmes and the use of Sothys Paris products renowned for their sublime energizing, hydrating and anti-ageing properties. The ‘Tropical Detox and Slimming’ journey is one of the indulgent spa packages on offer, involving a body massage that promotes better circulation, salt glow exfoliation, a fresh coffee and orange extract body wrap, and steam and sauna treatments to further drain toxins. The spa’s facials are designed to hydrate and brighten the skin, and to combat wrinkles and aging. Body care treatments include the Nepalese style tea exfoliation and Bourbon tea intense body wrap. For further information or to make a booking, visit www.theanam.com, email info.mn@theanam.com or telephone +(84) 252 628 4868.

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evian SPA TOKYO®, the Alpine-inspired spa at Palace Hotel Tokyo, has been awarded a prestigious Five-Star rating by Forbes Travel Guide, the global travel industry’s most highly respected authority on excellence in hospitality. With a Five-Star rating for both its hotel and spa, Palace Hotel Tokyo has now become the very first Japanese-brand hotel to achieve such an enviable distinction. The hotel has held a Five-Star rating for nine consecutive years and was recently described as a “legendary property” that exudes “consummate poise” and “polish” by Condé Nast Traveler magazine. Designed “to help discerning travelers select the world’s best experiences,” Forbes Travel Guide’s illustrious Star Rating system is based on anonymous inspections by experienced professionals who conduct evaluations “based on hundreds of exacting standards.” Its Five-Star rating – the highest designation possible – is reserved for truly exceptional hotels, spas, restaurants and ocean cruise ships that “deliver an outstanding experience and consistently offer a highly customized level of service.” Evian SPA TOKYO now stands as one of only 126 spas inspected worldwide to receive five stars from Forbes Travel Guide for 2024. Only four properties in Japan have earned Five-Star ratings for both their hotel and spa. Situated on the fifth floor of Palace Hotel Tokyo, the spa occupies 1,200 square meters of space and features views of the picturesque Imperial Palace gardens just opposite. As the only evian® branded spa in the country and one of only three outside of France, it presents one of Japan’s most refined wellness experiences. Beautifully complemented by its natural setting, the spa’s minimalist aesthetic is at once remarkably zen and very Japanese. Though an Alpine-inspired concept guides the wellness experience, face and body treatments incorporating Japanese botanical beauty brand warew and Asian massage techniques are also on offer to complement the French sensibilities. The spa also features specific treatments tailored to men, expectant mothers and brides-to-be. For more information, please visit: www.en.palacehoteltokyo.com/evian-spa-tokyo About Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide is the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas. Its anonymous professional inspectors evaluate based on hundreds of exacting standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world’s best experiences. The only way to get a Five-Star, Four-Star or Recommended rating is by earning it through its independent inspection process. About Palace Hotel Tokyo As the anchor to a billion dollar, mixed-use development built entirely from the ground-up, the Forbes Five-Star Palace Hotel Tokyo commands some of the city’s most exclusive real estate and incomparable views of the much-loved Imperial Palace gardens and the surrounding skyline. Located in the capital’s prestigious Marunouchi district, the property features 284 rooms & suites, an evian SPA, and 10 distinctive restaurants and bars presenting an impressive array of dining experiences – including exquisite Japanese and Michelin-starred contemporary French haute cuisine. As heir to a legacy going back more than half a century as one of the city’s most iconic properties, the hotel remains firmly rooted in its commitment to offering Japanese hospitality at its finest. Drawing deeply from the country’s history, culture and art, the award-winning hotel continues to redefine luxury in Japan with sophistication and authenticity.

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Tanah Gajah, a Resort by Hadiprana, is freshening up with a new spa brand and a decadent new collection of beauty rituals and signature therapies available at the Ubud property’s spa. Pevonia, a US-based skincare company with products derived from nature and an ethos that highlights clean, natural, and sustainably-sourced beauty, is now the main brand to feature in The SPA at Tanah Gajah. With the switch comes a host of new therapies. The Pevonia Caviar & Pearl Luxe facial, the most opulent treatment now on the menu, is a 90-minute anti-aging experience that includes indulgent elements along with the brand’s exclusive ingredient Escutox, a natural alternative to Botox, for supple skin and radiance. Inspired by the property’s location is a new ritual, Pevonia Divine Tropical Escape, 120-minutes of rejuvenation with a mango and passionfruit saltmousse body scrub and a relaxing massage using nourishing tropical body butter. Along with several new signature treatments, facials and body polishes are the resort’s popular mainstays including the Chakra Balancing massage, Ancient Balinese massage, and Tibetan Ku Nye massage. Their collection of Oriental Rituals, two hours plus of full-body pampering inspired by and incorporating healing practices from their namesake country, are still on offer. These include the Thai Oriental Ritual, India Oriental Ritual and Bali Oriental Ritual. Each spa suite is equipped with a private changing area, bathroom, steam room and toilet, allowing guests to immerse themselves in a private sanctuary. The adjustable hydraulic massage beds feature high-quality and soft mattresses for deep relaxation and each suite overlooks tranquil rice fields. Outside of the spa, Tanah Gajah Ubud offers a range of wellness activities, including purification ceremonies, a local custom to wash away what is no longer needed and restore balance; and cooking classes, centered around fresh, organic ingredients grown on site and hosted by the property’s long-term chef. Chef Dean is also able to personalize menus for any special dietary needs. Complimentary morning yoga is held daily (except Mondays) in an open air Balinese-style pavilion. Rice paddy trekking, a 60-minute guided stroll through the surrounding fields that invites mindfulness, is also available free-of-charge. For more information visit: https://tanahgajahubud.com/en

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Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort has extensively refurbished its YHI Spa and is introducing a new spa menu and wellness packages, positioning itself as one of southern Vietnam’s prime wellness destinations. Meliá Hotels International’s signature YHI Spa, at the resort fronting Ho Tram Beach, has doubled its size to 20 treatment rooms, including two couples rooms, one male single room and one female single room each featuring Jacuzzis. Under the spa’s revamp, the resort has also introduced a hair salon with nail care facilities, dedicated foot massage area, and Japanese-inspired landscape including a lake replete with koi fish, a waterfall, red walking bridge, white pebble stone gardens, mesmerizing mural, and reflecting ponds dotted with rock formations. Inspired by the goddess YHI responsible for life and light and personified by the sun for the Karraur First Nations people in Australia, YHI Spa’s new menu offers a broad spectrum of treatments including body and foot massages, facials, body scrubs and wraps, manicures and pedicures, hair care and styling. With the significance of health and wellness heightened in a post-COVID world, the resort is also implementing wellness packages designed to not only awaken the five senses and temporarily “reset” guests in a rejuvenating environment but also inspire guests to pursue health routines to achieve long-term health benefits. The resort will launch “Four Steps” and “Seven Steps” programs that include a body treatment and beauty treatment at YHI Spa, a turndown wellness ritual and a wellness activity such as yoga and Tai Chi. Seven Steps also entails welcome wellness amenities, a detox set menu for dinner and a healthy breakfast with detox drinks, guiding guests on what “an overall picture of wellness looks like”. “Ever feel like you need a vacation after your vacation? Wellness travel could well be the key to truly unplugging, recharging, and maintaining your health and wellbeing,” said the resort’s general manager Alvaro Berton. “Wellness travel has certainly inspired us to extensively refurbish our YHI Spa and offer a host of wellness offerings to help our guests establish beneficial habits such as exercising, eating well, and sleeping well that may sound basic but remain elusive for many in today’s fast-paced world.” YHI Spa has numerous sustainability measures in place, ranging from sourcing locally produced organic oils, natural scrubs and flowers to limiting waste and a ban on single-use plastics. For more information or to make a booking, visit www.melia.com, email yhispa@meliahotram.com or call +84 (0) 254 378 9000.

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With the March and Easter holidays fast approaching, The Residence Bintan is the perfect scenic getaway for a short holiday with the entire family. Located on the largest island of the Riau Archipelago in Indonesia, and just a quick ferry ride away, it is no surprise that Singaporeans are making the trip back to the beautiful property, time and time again. From diving expeditions to unique culinary excursions, the Residence Bintan’s provides a whirlwind of activities on site that are designed to transport guests through the best of Bintan’s culture, wellness, and diversity. There is a plethora of complimentary family-friendly activities are available for guests of every age to enjoy and take part in as shown below. Take A Step into the Farm Life with The Residence Bintan’s very own Nature Earth Basket Families looking for a hands-on, engaging, and informative farm experience can be inspired by an afternoon activity of The Residence Bintan’s Nature Earth Basket. Guests can look forward to the opportunity to grow produce, with the property’s newly launched eco-cycle of farming with hands-on experience of the farming process – from planting the nursery, compost making, animal feeding, and tree planting right down to improving their immune systems with the resort’s very own Kombucha Tea. Ditch the Digital Screens and Enjoy a Tour of the Sunset Mangrove A wonderful way for families to bond and enjoy each other’s company is to embark on a back-to-nature adventure along the Kawal River, cruising through a remarkable Mangrove eco-system flanked by thick primary jungle. The enchanting experience allows for guests to soak up the serenity while looking out for the myriad wildlife, such as monkeys, snakes, monitor lizards and kingfishers. Furthermore, guests may also look forward to basking in a truly magical sight by opting for a night tour for a chance to catch fireflies lighting up the river – a sight to behold for children and adults alike. Bask in Blissful Relaxation with Bintan Spa & Wellness The Residence Bintan elevates relaxation to the next level within the world of harmony and tranquillity created by the renowned British spa brand ila. The spa’s eight private couple treatment rooms equipped with bathtubs, a serene reflexology room, and rooms dedicated to beauty rituals provide havens for pampering and rejuvenation, aided by the peaceful ambience and airy open views.  Parents can look forward to indulging in treatments inspired by natural indigenous spa therapies and ancient Ayurvedic treatments infused with contemporary techniques. The perfect way for parents to have some time to relax while the children enjoy the pool at the property. Enjoy the Taste of Indonesia at the RICA RICA To end off a delightful day of excitement and exploration with the family, guests may drop by one of The Residence Bintan’s food establishments for a truly extravagant meal. The Indonesian archipelago is renowned for its rich diversity of spices and culinary traditions which can be shown through its dishes over at the RICA RICA restaurant. Guest may look forward to savour the incredible flavours of authentic Indonesian cuisine spiced up with a modern twist, using locally sourced ingredients harvested at their peak for exceptional quality and freshness that will prove to be a meal to remember.

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Spa indulgence need not be just the domain of adults, with beachfront resort Alma’s Le Spa launching a menu dedicated to children replete with foot and hand baths, massages and a facial incorporating tropical fruit and reflexology. Featuring 13 separate treatment villas sprinkled onto the landscape overlooking Long Beach on Vietnam’s Cam Ranh peninsula, Le Spa’s new kids menu is tailored to children aged six to 11 years. The menu comprises four gentle 30-minute treatments, underscored with natural products, named “Soft Tootsies”, “Princess Hands”, “My Cocoon” and “Supreme Facial Ritual”.  Each treatment is priced VND 350,000 (USD 14.71). Soft Tootsies starts out with a foot bath followed by a gentle exfoliation with organic orange scrub, and a mini foot massage with moisturizing cream. Princess Hands comprises a hand bath, gentle exfoliation with organic lemongrass salt scrub, and a mini hand massage with moisturising cream. My Cocoon makes for a relaxing massage treatment with light pressure applied to the child’s arms, legs and back that encompasses organic luxury olive oil. Using finely grained tropical fruits, the Supreme Facial Ritual involves face reflexology and lifting and smoothing massage movements. “We believe you’re never too young for a bit of pampering,” said Alma’s managing director Herbert Laubichler-Pichler. “Many luxury hotel and resort spas only cater to adults but we feel it’s unfair for the kids to miss out on wellness experiences so we welcome them to come along to Le Spa with their parents.” Le Spa also caters to teenagers aged from 12 to 17 years with a selection of treatments from Le Spa’s main menu on offer according to the advice of the spa’s therapists. Treatments for teenagers including massages and facials are only sold as a complement to a parent’s treatment and offered in the same treatment room as the parent. Bold, spacious and emblematic of Vietnam’s maturation as a destination, the independently owned and operated Alma features 14 food and beverage outlets and a cascade of 12 beachfront swimming pools. Other highlights include a 6000 sqm water park, a science museum, 18-hole putting green, kids club, youth club, water sports centre, sports courts, cinema, amphitheater, convention centre, gymnasium and yoga room. The resort also runs complimentary guided garden tours of its nursery garden, herb garden and chicken farm to equip guests with handy tips on how to nurture their own veggie patch and look after chickens. To contact Alma or to make a booking, please email info@alma-resort.com or call +84 258 399 1666.

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Meliá Chiang Mai is turning one this April, offering a variety of exciting new experiences to mark the milestone including a purple-themed afternoon tea, roast dinner buffet and spa journey dedicated to coconuts. The first five-star hotel to open in Chiang Mai since the onset of the global pandemic, Meliá Chiang Mai debuted on 10 April last year, signalling a huge vote of confidence at the time in the future of the mountain city’s tourism landscape. A new afternoon tea for two available daily from 2pm – 5pm at Ruen Kaew Lounge will make a splash with purple from 1 April until 30 June 2023. Crispy butterfly pea flowers with purple hummus, lavender mousse with mirror glaze and purple potato mont blanc are among the visually compelling savoury and sweet treats served with a selection of teas or freshly brewed coffee as part of “Summer Purple Afternoon Tea”. Replete with slow-roasted beef tenderloin, whole roast chicken, and braised lamb shanks, Laan Na Kitchen will host the “Friday Roast Dinner Buffet” on 28 April, 26 May, and 30 June 2023 from 6pm – 9.30pm. Anchored by roast carvery stations, the buffet also includes a live pasta station and chemical-free side dishes featuring fresh organic produce from local farmers. During the second quarter of 2023, 21st floor Mai Restaurant & Bar will serve a four-course ‘360° Cuisine’ Thai set menu daily from 6pm – 10pm with new dishes crafted by a thoughtful cooking process that involves sourcing organic produce from the hotel’s nearby farm and using every part of each ingredient possible before food waste is returned to the farm as fertilizer. New dishes include Makreau thed consommé comprising farm-grown tomato with pearl summer squash, Hung Ley curry style pulled pork lasagna with pomelo peeled coconut cream sauce, and a warm, overripe banana cake with mixed nuts butter scotch for dessert. From 1 – 10 April 2023, other promotions to mark the first anniversary include Laan Na Kitchen providing a 50% discount on its breakfast buffet from 6am – 10.30am for walk-in guests, making it THB 383 net per person (the normal price is THB 765 net per person), and a complimentary bottle of Spanish sparkling wine for 10 guests who celebrate a special occasion at one of the hotel’s banquet venues. To celebrate the hotel’s first anniversary, YHI Spa is offering a new package dedicated to coconuts designed to detoxify and rejuvenate the skin. ‘Coconut Pampering’ begins with a 60-minute coconut body polish to exfoliate dead skin cells and soften the skin, followed by a 60-minute aromatherapy massage with virgin coconut oil to prevent dry skin and protect it against aging. A warm cup of YHI’s coconut charcoal tea rounds out the treatment. The 120-minute Coconut Pampering package is THB 2,950 net per person and available daily at YHI Spa from 10am to 10pm from 1 April – 30 June 2023. YHI Spa will also discount its 60-minute aromatherapy massage from THB 1,766 net to THB 1,366 net per person from 1 – 30 April 2023. For more information and reservation, please contact Meliá Chiang Mai on+66 52 090 699 or email reservation.chiangmai@melia.com– Prices are inclusive of 10% service charge and 7% government tax.

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With Valentine’s Day upon us, welcome a season to celebrate not only romance but the love for yourself and friendships too, especially with the season’s latest festivities and celebratory packages at The Residence by Cenizaro’s portfolio of luxurious destinations. This season, celebrate in the ambience of paradise and divine relaxation at The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi and The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah, nestled on two pristine islands in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, one of the largest atolls in the world and cocooned by turquoise lagoons, calming ocean blues and a lush natural wilderness of over 3000 well-preserved coconut palm trees. Mesmerising white sand beaches, brilliant blue waters and unspoilt coral reefs thrive alongside marine life teeming in the ocean; a vital part of the marine ecosystem is the lush seagrass meadows providing food, habitat, and nursery areas for numerous species. In this idyllic ambience, guests can also celebrate the love for oneself by refreshing mind, body, and soul with a Yoga Retreat package at The Residence Maldives, rejuvenating mind, body and spirit through a combination of Clarins spa treatments, daily yoga classes, meditation, pranayama and Clarins beauty treatments complemented by a dietary menu prepared by our chef. Yoga Retreat package Reflecting the philosophy that harmony is the key to inner happiness, the Yoga Retreat package includes: One Wellness Consultation on Arrival One 60-minute Choice of a Massage One 60-minute In-villa Private Meditation & Yoga Nidra One 30-minute Neck & Shoulder One 60-minute in-villa Private Yoga One 30-minute Pranayama Lesson One 30-minute Aqua Float Yoga One 60-minute Hatha Yoga Group Class Welcome gifts on arrival – An inspiration Yoga Book, A mat and a guided images plan for guests to bring home for their yoga practice. For an unforgettable private dining experience, guests can enjoy intimate moments at Vibes by The Residence Maldives, which offers thematic experiences such as STARS, where you can dine on a castaway island with a menu by a personal chef under millions of stars, or WAVES, where you can enjoy a tantalising three-course meal along the sandy coastline as the ocean waves gently lap on your feet, and more. For Early Bird offers this season, The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi and The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah offer a limited-time CELEBRATIONS PACKAGE with a minimum 4-nights stay required to enjoy: 40% off the Best Available Rates with daily buffet breakfast ­ Complimentary domestic flight and speedboat return transfers Complimentary Sunrise & Sunset Yoga Sessions at the Spa by Clarins Complimentary Bikes for each guest or scheduled buggy service to move around the island Complimentary 1-hour non-motorised water sports daily (kayak and stand-up paddle) For more information on the Celebrations Packages at The Residence Maldives, kindly find the links below: The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi THE RESIDENCE BINTAN This Valentine’s Day, take the time to celebrate love and special milestones at The Residence Bintan, a hidden oasis where elegance and nature spectacularly combine. Slip away from the crowds and retreat to shores of the largest island in Indonesia’s Riau Archipelago, with sweeping views across the South China Sea, in a hidden oasis offering the utmost privacy to unwind and indulge. This season, the limited-time CELEBRATIONS PACKAGE offers all the more reason to celebrate with a minimum 2-nights stay required to enjoy: Return shared land transfer between ferry terminal and the resort Daily buffet breakfast for two One-time breakfast service served in room A bottle of wine on arrival One complimentary cake during stay A Private Romantic Dinner for 2 persons; once per stay Island flowers bed decoration upon arrival 10% off spa Nestled amidst lush natural wilderness and fringed by the South China Sea on the south-eastern shore of Bintan island, The Residence Bintan is  just a 55-minute ferry ride from Singapore yet a world away, with 22 exquisite one-bedroom beachfront villas, 80 one-bedroom vista and garden terraces, 15 one-bedroom Deluxe Sea View Villas and 4 opulent two-bedroom villas combine to offer the utmost privacy and an escape from the everyday. Three restaurants and bars, including traditional Indonesian dishes and Pan-Asian cuisine at signature restaurant Rica Rica, offer an innovative twist on local cuisine. The Spa with treatments by ila is home to eight private treatment rooms with plenty of serene views.

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Meliá Chiang Mai, an urban hotel that opened in April, has unveiled its YHI spa with a menu replete with treatments for women, men and children such as massages that aim to combat cellulite, ease muscle tension and prevent hyperactivity. Featuring seven treatment rooms designed in an underwater theme and a Thai herbal sauna and steam, the hotel’s spa is the third YHI spa to open in Thailand. Meliá Hotels International’s signature spa debuted in Thailand at Meliá Koh Samui in early 2020 before Meliá Phuket Mai Khao launched its spa in late 2021. Inspired by the goddess YHI, responsible for life and light and personified by the sun for the Karraur First Nations people in Australia, Meliá Chiang Mai’s spa uses ancient Asian healing wisdom combined with modern wellness techniques. Its broad spectrum of treatments include massages, body scrubs and wraps, facials, hydrotherapy, manicures and pedicures. YHI Spa’s 90-minute signature treatment starts out with Tok Sen, an ancient Northern Thai massage that relaxes the muscles with the rhythmic tapping motion of a wooden hammer and stick made from a tamarind tree. The treatment transitions into a unique Spanish massage that strives to reduce cellulite, tighten the skin’s flabbiness, and relieve fatigue, tension, and muscle spasms. The “360° Spa Signature Treatment” comprises 45 minutes of yoga and meditation, a 30-minute herbal blended steam, a 90-minute aromatic massage with Thai herbal compress balls, and a 360° cuisine set menu created via a cooking process to minimize food waste and reduce greenhouse emissions. The 120-minute “Spa Rituals” includes “Couple Indulgence” for two beginning with a milky bath followed by an aromatic massage. “Balance Wellbeing” kicks off with a body mask followed by a detox massage that stimulates the lymphatic system to ease anxiety, and an oriental foot massage. The “Fit for Men” package affords a deep tissue massage to release stress and muscle tension and a facial to pamper the skin. The 90-minute “Body Sensation” treatments include “Well Release” that treats sunburn and calms the skin with a soothing body wrap, a scalp massage and facial treatment. Under “Well Recovery”, a Cymbopogon body scrub to remove dead skin cells precedes a detox massage. “Well Restore” brings together a traditional Thai massage focused on pressure points and a hot oil scalp massage. YHI Spa pays tribute to Thailand with massages such as “Traditional Thai” that focuses on the body’s pressure points and “Thai Lanna”, underscored by a Thai herbal ball compress massage to relieve aches and pain. Other 60 and 90-minute massages include anti-stress, aromatic, deep tissue, detox, and foot massages. Various body exfoliation, body wrap and facial treatments are on offer to nourish and brighten the skin such as a “White Tea and Camellia Body Polish” and the “Ageless Facial Treatment” that incorporates natural antioxidants from water lily, liquorice and cactus extracts. The herbal blended steam, sauna, milky bath and aromatic herbal bath to alleviate stress and stimulate blood circulation are among YHI Spa’s 30-minute hydrotherapy sessions. For children aged six to 12 years, a 45-minute or 60-minute “Kids Therapy” aims to prevent hyperactivity by starting with stretching and animal yoga poses before a gentle massage with HARNN coconut oils to stop skin irritation. YHI Spa’s treatments are based on organic Thai wellness brand HARNN’s products, made with natural ingredients via methods handed down the generations of Thai artisans. To contact Meliá Chiang Mai or to make a booking, email reservation.chiangmai@melia.com, call +66 52 090 699 or visit www.melia.com

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Banyan Tree Group, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, kicks off this year’s anniversary celebrations with its biggest campaign of the year, and exclusive offerings across its diversified multi-branded portfolio of hotels, resorts, spas, and gallery outlets across 23 countries. From 14 September to 4 October 2022, the inaugural “Live Well, Travel Well” campaign invites travellers to reconnect with the world with 33% savings on stays and spa journeys, as well as indulge in retail therapy with handcrafted gifts and signature spa skincare products. Known for landscapes of pristine nature and rich history, as well as opening in exciting new bustling metropolises, Banyan Tree Group’s 60 properties offer deep connections to destinations, complemented by contemporary sensibilities and signature standards. The spirit of “living well” is ingrained in each of its distinct brands – from the sanctuary of Banyan Tree, to the sense of adventure at Angsana, the spirit of fun at Cassia, the minimalism of Garrya, the comfort of Homm, and wild luxury at one of our newest brands, Banyan Tree Escape. Highlights of the 2022 “Live Well, Travel Well” campaign will allow guests at Banyan Tree Krabi to: Rediscover the healing power of travel at our Sanctuary for the Senses with savings of 33% on our Best Available Rate. Prioritise wellbeing and make restorative spa treatments central to the travel experience with 33% savings on a la carte body treatments at our award-winning Banyan Tree Spa Krabi. Bring home memories of your stay with us with 33% savings on selected Gallery retail items available at Banyan Tree Gallery Krabi. The campaign runs between 14 September and 4 October 2022 for stays between 14 September 2022 and 30 September 2023. Bookings are available now via: www.banyantree.com/thailand/krabi/offers/live-well-travel-well Interpreting the spirit of living well and traveling well in each of its brand offerings, this inaugural multi-brand campaign marks the beginning of the Group’s emphasis into driving wellbeing through all its offerings, to both associates and customers, as well as embedding sustainability through its StayforGood program.

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Recover, reboot and rejuvenate in style on the coolest island in the Indian Ocean. The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives offers wellness your way, with indulgent room packages, a luxe spa and an exclusive series of wellness practitioner residences designed to channel mind, body and spiritual connection.  A blissful getaway Enjoy an all-round blissful getaway with the Island Glow package, boasting everything needed for an island escape with invigorating massages, nourishing meals and holistic healing sessions. Including a 30-minute foot massage at The Spa, a 60-minute Standard Hammam Ritual, a 60-minute body massage and 60-minute facial, a tonic refresher can also be enjoyed after every treatment. It doesn’t stop there – with complimentary access to scheduled group wellness workshops and access to gym and sports facilities, there’s no end to the options. Alongside the pampering, guests can enjoy a daily breakfast, lunch and dinner at the all-day dining spot on the island, Kula Restaurant, and won’t miss out on all the action and activities in the crystal clear water with free use of snorkelling equipment and a 30-minute kayak or paddleboard session daily.  The idyllic island retreat will also play host to world-renowned Wellness Stars, bringing the most sought-after practitioners in Asia to The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives for a monthly series of residencies exclusive to the resort.  Mind & Body Refresh your mind and body with Numthip Puntha, a Master Reiki, Sound Healing Practitioner and Physiotherapist bringing treatments that incorporate integrative body work, healing, stress management and coaching. Clear your thoughts and relax your body with Ranjith Saj, an expert in holistic wellness who channels Kerala Ayurvedic Traditions within his dynamic menu of treatments. Detoxify and rejuvenate with Azusa Segawa, specialist in Taoist healing techniques and internal organ therapy, who brings ancient Japanese practices to the island. Ancient wisdom and contemporary diagnostics are also on offer with Dr. Rui Pedro Loureiro, delivering world-renowned specialist treatments in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Epigenetics.  Each bringing an exclusive selection of unique treatments to their residency, from Taoist Healing Techniques, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Epigenetics, to Kerala Ayurvedic Traditions and Reiki Healing, each Wellness Stars can help guide guests on their personal journey to well-being.  A playfully chic, effortlessly cool resort with sandy beaches, sparkling waters and stunning views, The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives also boasts The Standard Spa, complete with a communal hammam, aroma cypress steam room and contrast shower experience.  A prime setting for a tropical getaway in paradise, The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives is the ideal escape for guests seeking a world-class wellness experience with the renowned standard touch. 

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Alma Resort’s beachfront Le Spa has introduced a new menu with treatments ranging from collagen facials and sun soother wraps to four hands massages and “fancy footwork therapy”. Crafted by new spa manager Nguyen Thi Thanh Hang, the menu offers packages, massages, facials, body scrubs and wraps, hair mask treatments and more based on all-natural products such as essential oils, antioxidant vitamins, fruits, herbs, flowers, and Vietnamese mineral mud. Le Spa packages Le Spa’s packages include the 100-minute “Reset” that begins with an aroma steam bath, followed by an aromatherapy floral footbath, Balinese massage and facial. The 120-minute “Rejuvenate” also starts out with an aroma steam bath and floral footbath before a traditional coconut, orange or herbal body scrub and Vietnamese mineral mud body wrap, and the choice of either “fancy footwork therapy” or an “energizer retreat” massage. Described as “reflexology without the ouch”, fancy footwork therapy is based on the same therapeutic principles as its ancient ancestor, helping to release toxins and restore the body’s energy flow. The energizer retreat massage is tailored to concentrate on the back, neck and shoulders. The 135-minute “Recover” package encompasses a floral footbath, body scrub, a choice of either a Balinese massage or “pure nature” facial, as well as a foot massage and scalp massage. Rich in enzymes that peel away dead skin, antioxidant vitamins to treat and protect cells from pollutants, and natural oils for nourishment, the pure nature facial comes in three options for different skin types. The menu’s host of massages includes Le Spa’s signature treatment “Le Four-Hand Signature”, a sublime blend of five different massage styles – Shiatsu (Japanese), Thai, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, Swedish and Balinese – performed by two therapists in synchronization. Traditional Vietnamese, warm stone therapy, deep tissue, Ancient Thai, and Thai herbal compress are among other massages on offer. Facials and more… An array of facials includes “collagen radiance” that uses collagen to smooth fine lines and has a plumping effect. The “rejuvenating” facial is underscored by a purifying mask, energizing digit pressure massage and serum concentrate to awaken the skin. The “purity ritual” facial is designed for oily skin, redefining pores and controlling shine, while the “rosa cream ritual” aims to boost dry and delicate skin’s tolerance threshold by reducing redness and smoothing the skin with a nutrient-packed natural clay mask. Sunburn or no sunburn, the sun soother wrap delivers hydrating, balancing, anti-inflammatory and healing properties to the skin. Beginning with a chilled lavender-infused compress, the treatment includes a hydrating banana leaf wrap with cucumber and lavender essential oil, foot massage, and the application of anti-inflammatory towels compressed with green tea and lavender essential oil followed by aloe vera. Le Spa’s manager Hang said the new menu “draws on ancient health and beauty traditions and is inspired by rejuvenating treatments stemming from different techniques and cultures throughout the world” In addition to Le Spa’s 13 beachfront treatment villas, separated by botanic gardens named after a different Vietnamese flower, the spa has ‘his and hers’ saunas and steam rooms, two lounges, and a beauty salon. To contact Alma or to make a booking, visit alma-resort.com, email info@alma-resort.com

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