Dec
19
Fitness Spa Vacations
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To go on a fitness spa vacation is one of the most amazing things in the world that you can treat yourself with. Imagine being able to bring home memories of an incredible blend of experiences with Mother Nature and the relaxing confines of a fitness spa resort. Top that off with the most delightful, salivating and, most importantly, healthy cuisines that the world has to offer.
The words “fitness” and “spa” are definitely correlated. While they do differ in actual definition and a lot of other ways, the end-result they offer to us is basically the same. Whether you work yourself out for hours in a fitness activity or lay down on your chest for a soothing Shiatsu or Swedish massage, you are sure to leave the gym or the spa feeling refreshed, reinvigorated and rejuvenated.
The growing popularity of fitness spa vacations can be attributed to their programs that prove keeping yourself healthy and your body in perfect shape is not just all work and no play. The programs prepared by a team of health coaches are varied and have different levels of difficulty. Hiking trips, for example, are offered with easy, moderate and difficult treks. These trips, however, whatever the difficulty level, are supervised and facilitated by a professional hiking guide. Also, before setting off for any of the activities offered, a pre-assessment is administered to check on the type of activity your body can physically endure. They should be not too easy and not too hard. The main goal, after all, is that you enjoy your trip the way you would enjoy your regular vacation.
These amazing vacations are experienced in fitness spa resorts. These resorts are usually located far from the sights and sounds of the busy and fast-paced urban environment that you deal with everyday. They are situated in remote and exotic areas that are close to nature - an ancient city, a relaxing body of water or a rainforest. You might also find one or two in a major city, but they are confined in a quiet and tranquil environment. They aim for you to have a good physical shape and also a healthy mind.
One of the things people look forward to when visiting a new place is to have a taste of the local cuisine. One might even say that it is through the food that you truly experience a certain place’s culture. Although the objective of fitness spa vacations is to have you leaving in good shape, fitness spa resorts have dieticians and nutritionists that develop nutritious, well-balanced and exquisite menus made up of the local favorites and must-try’s in proper servings that will help you achieve your recommended daily intake of nutritional levels.
Fitness spa vacations combine rugged adventure and pampered sophistication. After an all-out vigorous workout, you have the wide range of options for relaxation. There are muscle-soothing massages and various facial treatments offered, including anti-aging facials! You even have the option of attending yoga and meditation classes as well as other relaxation techniques. Fitness spa resorts send out an impression of sophistication. Some might think of them as luxurious and extravagant while some, due to the highly stressful environment that we live in, think of them as a necessity. It all boils down to your ability to deal with the worries that your day-to-day activities bring. Treating yourself to this kind of pampering is not being selfish and impractical. It is merely taking care of yourself, beefing yourself up with a healthier mind and body in order to cope with our perpetually busy lives. After all, a fitness spa vacation is bound to yield nothing but great positive results.
By: Tomer Harel
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Dec
16
You can visit Gun Hill via the Ropeway. Here you can take photographs clicked in various costumes, which is a lot of fun besides giving you something to remember your trip with your beloved or family. Lal Tibba known as the sister town of Mussoorie, which is the highest point in Mussoorie.You can spend some time far away from the crowd, Dhanolti (24 km from Mussoorie) is the peacefuk place for you in jan and Feb snowfall occur here if you enjoy and want to see knowfall so comes in jan and first week of Feb.
Nag Tibba is the highest place around Mussoorie surrounded by thick dense forests. The best time to visit is April to June or September to October.You Can be reached by rail, bus and by Air. The nearest railway station is at Dehradun from where numerous buses and taxis take you to Mussoorie. There are also regular bus services from most metro cities in Northern India. Though Mussoorie had its own airport called Jolly Grant Airport but there are no regular flights offered.
A lot of Spa Resort in Garhwal whrew you get best spa with your vacation. More and more men and women are learning the wonderful health benefits of taking such vacations. Kanatal’s first premium property, Kanatal Resort & Spa the hill top retreat is situated amidst the majestic hills covered with dense pine forest. you can get best spa Resort in Mussoorie also.That is why it is best to take a spa vacations to boost your life batteries to full. However you will need to plan and make preparations before your departure.This is your vacation and it’s going to be not just any vacation but a healthy energizing spa vacation. Mussoorie is famous for its scenic beauty and hectic social life. It provides all kinds of amusement and every facility for honeymooners.Mussoorie does not have a direct rail link. Dehradun Railway station serves for Mussoorie too. This station is linked which Super fast trains to other major cities in country.The nearest Airport to Mussoorie is 60 kms away from the place. The airport is called Jollygrant Airport but there are no regular flights to this place. From Dehradun one can hire a taxi or take a bus to Mussoorie. The queen of hill stations is well connected with roads with other major cities. There are regular bus services from various metros and other tourist destinations in Uttaranchal as well as from out side the state. Bus services are provided by state transports. There are conducted tours to Mussoorie too.
By: Ankita
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I am internet marketar wirtten saveral articles and pr on travel like Hotels in Uttarakhand, technologiesm, helath and more
Dec
12
The Mirror Lake Inn is among the very few spas and resorts surrounded by natural beauty with landscaped effect. The Adirondack Mountains in Northern New York State are the highest in the region right next to Lake Champlain. The Adirondack Park is spread out over a massive area comprising a whopping six million acres! It is not a park in the average sense of the word- rather it is a kaleidoscope of forest lands, villages, and well-maintained private homes. The Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa is sprawled out in lovingly manicured property which is about eight acres in terms of area.
This luxury resort spa, while giving the impression of complete isolation is next door to the rather animated and bubbly (and mistakenly named) town of Lake Placid which also happens to be the site of several international sports’ events. All the rooms in the lake spa resort are beautifully appointed offering some of the best views you will ever get to see. Rates vary depending as per lodging. The lowest end classic rooms start from $305 per night while the classic suites, ideal for families, begin $520 per night. You can, if you like, avail of candle light dinners and a ‘Hearty Adirondack Breakfast’.
The décor in the rooms and suites showcase a unique blend of sophistication and rusticity. Most spas and resorts it has to be said, don’t offer such a wide array of packages as the Mirror Lake Inn Resort and Spa. If you are stopping by over Thanksgiving you might consider taking advantage of the ‘Back to Main Street Shopping Package’ and acquire some real bargains while gift-shopping for friends and family. Should you decide to stay back for Thanksgiving you can avail of some great champagne, on the house. If you planning to travel over Christmas with your family you might consider ‘A Visit From Santa’ package so that elves drop in with milk and cookies and Santa with gifts. Last but not the least; don’t forget to visit the spa which is a luxurious exercise in indulgence thanks to the deluxe massages and exciting panoply of treatments including a lavish Vichy shower. By the time you return home and to your work from your fulsome holiday you will rejuvenated and recharged like never before!
By: Mike Greaves
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Mike Greaves is a self-made entrepreneur, a well known travel consultant and internet marketer. Over the years he has traveled across the world and has numerous writings credited to his name in many renowned publications. His areas of writing include travel experiences including reviews of lake spa resort and spas and resorts
Dec
12
Ananda Spa Resort of Rishikesh
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Recently, I got an opportunity to visit the sprawling and luxurious Ananda spa resort in Rishikesh. I must confess its a marvelous place to rediscover the tranquility of mind, body and soul. Ananda spa resort which is enfold in the verdant and ice-caped valleys of Himalayan mountain ranges, is only scenic 5 hour drive from New Delhi. The nearest railway station to Ananda is Haridwar and the closest airport to it is the Jolly Grant airport. Ananda is not only famous for its Ayurvedic treatment but also for the picturesque beauty. The lush greenery, fresh mountain air, Himalayan mineral springs and pious river Ganges will at once behold your eyes.
Ananda spa resort stretches over 100 acre of land and is situated at the estate of Maharajah of Tehri Garhwal. Each and every nook and corner of Ananda, echoes the divine presence of Ma Anandamayi, a renowned propitiator of universal love and royal aura of Maharajah of Tehri. Due to its location at an altitude of 1000m , Ananda is blessed with the fresh ozone rich air having the fragrance of wild flowers. Ananda spa resort, is one of the prominent center of ancient practices such as Yoga, Pranayam meditation and Ayurvedic healing treatment in India.
Ananda spa resort which have 70 deluxe rooms, 5 suites and 20 specialized rooms for Ayurveda, Oriental and European holistic health treatments and also offers 79 body and beauty treatments such as de-stress, detoxification, cleansing, deep relaxation, anti-aging, weight and inch loss, using both traditional Ayurvedic therapies and modern contemporary spa approach. Here you will be attended by a team of efficient qualified nutritionists, Western and Ayurvedic physicians, spa therapists who are well versed with the knowledge of ancient Indian sciences and modern western treatments. They will provide you vital information on nutrition and daily exercises.
Some of the favorite recreational facilities of the visitors are heated lap pool, indoor and outdoor Jacuzzi, steam, sauna, Chill plunge pool, the 16-station life-cycle gymnasium, Squash court, 6 hole golf course, rafting, trekking, wildlife safari, and the art and culture programmes. ‘ Aveda’, the only beauty Institute of India and a part of Estee lauder, is also present in this spa.
At Ananda, you will get low calorie but high nutritious food prepared from organic vegetables and herbs of world-class quality because according to Ananda philosophy, food is an integral part of one’s rejuvenation. Due to its pleasant atmosphere, one can visit this spa at any time in the year. But except Dec15 to Jan 15 when the temperature drops to 6 degree centigrade.
After this delightful experience at Ananada spa resort in Rishikesh, I must assure you that it is a perfect place to gain ultimate harmony between physical and mental realm.
By: Jolly Mazumdar
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For more information on Ananda Spa Resort log into www.ecoindia.com and www.indian-holidays.net
Dec
11
When it’s time to get away from life, do it in luxury. Whether you’re planning a romantic Houston weekend getaway or a Houston family retreat, sometimes you just have to treat yourself to the best accommodations, the best dining and the best activities. If this sounds like the perfect getaway for then you’ll love La Torretta Del Lago Resort & Spa.
Located on beautiful Lake Conroe, just outside of Houston, this four star resort has it all. You’ll start with choosing your ideal accommodations. Would you love one of the Houston lakeside tower rooms or perhaps one of the Houston lakeside villas? Or, if you would really like to live it up, perhaps you’d prefer one of the elite suites that La Torretta Del Lago has to offer. Golfers in the family will want to soak up the luxury in the Houston lakeside golf cottages. Whatever accommodations you choose, you’ll find that this is a lakeside retreat at its finest.
Next on your list will have to be dining and you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with more than ten restaurants and cafes awaiting you. If you’re out on the lake for a day of boating and jet skiing, you might find a snack from the marina will do you good. But, if you’re on the links, why not have a nice lunch at the Final Putt Lounge. For snacks and morning beverages, you have the option of several cafes featuring bakeries and coffee bars. Finally, for a once in a lifetime fine dining experience, you’ll head over to Chez Roux. This restaurant was created by Chef Albert Roux, a revered chef in the restaurant world. His London restaurant, Le Gavroche, was bestowed the prestigious three stars from the Michelin Guide, the first restaurant in Britain to earn this award. Chez Roux will offer nothing short of spectacular French cuisine with a hint of Texas attitude.
Now, will you go for an international spa treatment or hit the golf course? Either way, you won’t be disappointed. Or, you can choose a more “in between” option and head to La Torretta Del Lago’s high-tech fitness center, where you’ll enjoy state of the art equipment and even utilize the personal training and nutritionists that work here. But, if the spa sounds more like what you’re looking for, you won’t be disappointed there either. They feature everything from a Turkish Hammam to massages, aromatherapy, and age defying body treatments. You can even take advantage of unique Indian rituals.
Finally, you’ll have several activities to choose from including the par 71 golf course to boating and swimming in beautiful Lake Conroe. Whatever your ideal luxury Houston weekend getaway calls for, La Torretta Del Lago will have you covered.
By: Will Bently
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William Bently is a hospitality industry consultant specializing in resort recreation. Based out of Houston Texas, William has a long list of golf, hotel, and spa resort clients that he regularly works with. William is currently focused on helping his clients succeed in the booming Houston Spa and Resort industry.
Dec
10
Spas in South Africa can be simple, uncomplicated and traditional as well as both sophisticated and chic. There is a little bit of everything for everyone. Spas are either set in safari or remote country settings or in classy city or beach hotels. However, it is not only the diverse settings which capture the attention of travelers worldwide, but the fusion of customs and traditions into the spa techniques and treatments. A number of South African spas utilize traditional oils and plant extracts in their treatment products and a great emphasis is placed on age old remedies and secrets.
A truly unique and not to be missed experience can also be found within the beautiful wine lands of South Africa. It is here where you can experience Vinotherapy, an innovative treatment originating in France that utilizes grapes and wine to assist in preventing or assisting in the effects of anti-ageing. The antioxidants as well as other properties of the grape are highly beneficial for the skin and for this reason the ingredients has been utilized in massages, full-body exfoliations and hydrotherapy treatments. With South Africa, boasting some of the best wines in the world, a day of wine tasting and Vinotherapy may just be the treat you have been waiting for.
A number of spas also provide you with a complete African experience. You can expect African dances, food and celebrations incorporated into your day or stay at some of the spa destinations in South Africa. The spa experience becomes one of the elements of your experience and allows you to experience both the African culture and the African therapist’s skilled techniques and products. If you are staying over at the spa, you may even be able rest in a traditional yet elegant African hut. This is a wonderful option if you are looking for both serenity and for a place to reflect in an uninterrupted natural setting.
Those of you seeking more sophistication and modern elegance will also find yourself spoilt for choice at some of the many exclusive spa destinations and resorts. Gaze down at the city nightlife from your treatment suite or relax for a day in spas boasting top of the line facilities and therapists. These classy spas can be found both in the city and in the more remote areas of South Africa, so your selection would be based purely on personal choice.
Nonetheless, South Africa is a spa crazy country which promises to offer an array of spa destinations as well as unique experiences. If you wanting to truly experience African culture at its best, booking into a South African destination spa or resort and choosing between the many traditional and natural spa products could set you on the right path.
Find spas and more wellness related information at: http://healthspaguru.com
By: Health Spa Guru
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Writer for Health Spa Guru: Spas at Health Spa Guru
Dec
8
Picking a Lake Spa Resort
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Online Hotel and Resort Guides
Many websites are dedicated for reviewing hotels, spas and resorts. By visiting these sites, you will have a clear view on the service and facilities of more than a few places for lodging. The authors of the sites post a clear rundown of their overall experience on the place as well as a corresponding rating. The visitors of the site also post their experiences and ratings as comments. All you need to is, view each of the reviews and adjudge if a particular luxury resort spa suits your traveling and lodging needs.
Travel Magazines
Travel magazines not only describe a place, they also post reviews and recommendations regarding a lake spa resort, or the best accommodation options, for that matter. You can purchase one that tackles the place that you’re planning to visit. Inside the pages are several articles regarding the place as well as the best places for lodging. Just read through them and you’ll eventually have one or a few options on which luxury resort spa you will stay.
Peer Recommendations
In the business world, anything can be influenced with a large sum of cash, including reviews for spas and resorts. Your friends and loved ones who love to travel come as your unbiased references for lodging. Ask them, politely, and they will share to you their accounts on the places they stayed. They will give you their recommendations, the places that you should visit, and even what you should order on the menu.
Travel Agencies
Travel agencies are affiliated with more a good number of hotels, spas and resorts. If you consult your travel agent, he or she could give recommendations on the places you should stay, based on your budget and preference. After all, it’s his or her job to assure the satisfaction of customers. The recommended luxury resort spa is often world class or offers a lot in spite of an economical budget, making travel agents reliable sources.
The Websites of Luxury Resort Spas
Given the current technological trend, many places for lodging, including the luxury resort spa, have websites, some of them even offer online booking, much to your convenience. Visit several sites and compare their rates and facilities. It is advisable that you note them down, just to make sure that you’re choosing the lake spa resort that will suit your needs. During the peak season, you should take advantage of the online booking feature, so you can get ahead of other tourists, especially if the place you’re planning to visit is quite popular.
Finding an excellent lake spa resort shouldn’t be too hard. You just have to maximize your resources, so you’ll end up at a place worth storing in your little box of good memories.
By: Rick
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Rick Carsten is a self-made entrepreneur, a well known travel consultant and internet marketer. Over the years he has traveled across the world and has numerous writings credited to his name in many renowned publications. His areas of writing include travel experiences including reviews of lake spa resort, best luxury beach resort and best hotels in Paris.
Dec
8
Revitalize Mind and Body With Spas
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Spa is meant for overall well being of mind, body and spirit and done by various professional services. This differs from country to country and can be done both traditionally and through modern therapies. To revitalize the body and mind various spa therapies and treatments are being offered which include aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, herbal body glow, shirodhara therapy, Hawaiian massage, Thai massage and Balinese massage. But in many countries they even include Ayurvedic therapies.
Some of the types of Spas are, Club Spa, Cruise Ship Spa, Day Spa, Dental Spa, Destination Spa, Medical Spa, Mineral Springs Spa, Resort or Hotel Spa. Club Spa and Day Spa offer primary fitness services on day use basis through professionals. Cruise Ship Spa provides spa services when people are on the move in cruise ship. Dental Spa offer services with the supervision of a licensed dentist which will include traditional dental treatment. Destination Spa’s primary idea is to guide the individual to develop healthy habits. In olden days, this program was done as a seven day stay and it included spa services, physical fitness activities, healthful cuisine and wellness education program. Medical Spa’s purpose is to give medical and wellness care and also in traditional method. The procedure or service includes both aesthetic or cosmetic and prevention or wellness. Mineral Springs Spa offers hydrotherapy treatments by using natural mineral, thermal or seawater. Resort or Hotel Spa is owned by resorts or hotels where they offer professional spa services, fitness etc. This is useful for the guests who visit to these places.
Even many services have luxury spas, where they have some unique features like lavender scrubs, geranium cream wraps, jasmine bath, chakra head, shoulder massage, honey citrus wrap, almond cleansing scrub, Balinese massage, lavender milk bath, tomato body wrap, the honey and sesame scrub etc. By taking a spa therapy or treatment it helps the body to cool, relax and refresh itself and mainly it relieves the mind from stress. Whatever is done must be done in a relaxed manner, so that it will help the body or mind to refresh quickly. So spa therapies and treatments are an ideal way to relax.
By: Lesley Lyon
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Read more on http://www.saunashome.info which is a comprehensive resource guide on saunas and spas. http://www.infraredspa.info is a complete online guide on infrared spa.
Dec
6
Chiva-Som provides an ideal setting for a personal yoga and meditation retreat, a chance to go inward and focus on personal healing. Nothing facilitates our personal development like the ability to be mindful and self-aware.
Scientific evidence points increasingly to the benefits of channelling inwards as a focus for personal healing through mindfulness and purposeful self-knowledge. These are the essence of yoga and meditation - techniques of breathing and body awareness that will be your springboard for practising mindfulness in everyday life.
Harnessed over time, yoga and meditation become harmonised with your home routine, so that long after you cease asana practice the awareness you’ve learned will remain.
There are several retreat options available, running for five, seven, ten and 14 nights, each with slightly different types and numbers of sessions. All packages include meditation and yoga, but longer retreats incorporate specialised disciplines like Jala Neti, Pranayama and Emotional Freedom Technique. Our Health and Wellness consultants are happy to discuss with you the variations on offer.
Chiva-Som’s new Yoga Retreat is managed by our talented yoga practitioners, who help beginners become experts and lead experts to greater awareness. Chiva-Som’s tranquil beachside resort at Hua Hin is the perfect environment for personalised yoga and meditation development, whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner.
At Chiva-Som we aim to exceed our guests expectations. Whatever your fitness aims and goals, we will guide you on along the way to achieving them through our exercise programs and our integrated holistic approach.
For more information please visit Chiva-Som’s fitness site
By: Chiva-Som International Health Resort
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Chiva-Som is a luxury health resort, combining international standards with Thai hospitality to deliver personal wellness programmes in a non regimented way. Everything we do focuses on a holistic approach to health that incorporates mind, body and spirit.
Chiva-Som provides the support to guide everyone on a path to greater health and vitality.
Dec
5
A luxury resort spa, like the best spa hotels, offers world class facilities and is often located at a strategic location near the beach, a lake, or a commercial area. You’ll be amazed at the amenities offered by such a place – fine dining, modern amenities, classy rooms, and efficient service – all of which ensuring a pleasurable experience. Once you exit the building, you get to enjoy a torrent of beach adventures and purchase goodies at the commercial centers. It’s an experience longed for by most, if not all, tourists.
If you prefer a quiet and relaxing vacation, you can go for a luxury resort spa situated by the lake, the lake spa resort. Instead of frolicking at the beach, you can marvel at the serenity and calmness of a world – famous lake. The cottages are usually themed to look like finer versions of country houses, complete with world class amenities and service. You can have picnics or have leisurely strolls around the lake, for perhaps some of the most relaxing moments of your vacation. Also, you’ll have access to the place’s commercial areas and the tourist destinations, given the abundance of transportation. Just inquire with the front desk if you want to the check out the commercial areas or have a guided tour across the country. The lake spa resort is clearly the choice of people who want a more laid back approach to their vacations.
To book your stay at a luxury resort spa, you can check the internet for all the information regarding a particular facility. Many resort spas have websites which list down all the facilities and services offered. Just call the contact numbers to inquire about the rates and the availability. You can also shoot an email and an attendant will surely answer your inquiry. If you have trouble choosing which place to stay, contact your travel agency and get some suggestions from your agent. Review sites are also available on the internet, which give you a lowdown on the each of the luxury resort spas you’re checking out.
The luxury resort spa is the world’s version of paradise. Better experience one, so you’ll get a piece of heaven, in the form of excellent service, modern facilities, and a breathtaking view of the country.
By: Rick
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Rick Carsten is a self-made entrepreneur, a well known travel consultant and internet marketer. Over the years he has traveled across the world and has numerous writings credited to his name in many renowned publications. His areas of writing include travel experiences including reviews of worlds best luxury hotels, luxury hotels beach and best hotels in Paris.
Dec
5
Spa Cuisine: Mushroom Salad by Chiva-Som
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Nutrients Per Serving
Kilocalories 73.22
Protein 2.59g
Carbohydrate 16.91g
Fat, total 0.38g
Serves 4
Ingredients
4 tbsp lime juice
3 tbsp soy sauce
1½ tbsp honey
2 bird’s eye chillies, finely chopped
120g shiitake mushrooms
120g straw mushrooms
120g wood ear mushrooms, trimmed
6 tbsp sliced spring onion
4 tbsp lemongrass, finely sliced diagonally
3 kaffir lime leaves, shredded
Method
To prepare dressing, whisk 3 tbsp of lime juice, soy sauce, honey and chilli in a large bowl until well mixed. Set aside. Bring 1 litre of water to the boil with remaining 1 tbsp of lime juice. Boil shiitake and straw mushrooms for 3 minutes, and wood ear mushrooms for 2 minutes. Drain immediately. Combine all ingredients with dressing in a bowl and gently toss until evenly mixed.
Chiva-Som Spa Cuisine Concept & Philosophy
Chiva-Som has won many international awards for outstanding spa cuisine, notably the Conde Nast Award for best Spa Cuisine and the Spa Asia Crystal Award for Best Spa Cuisine Menu. You culinary senses will be treated when you check into Chiva-Som.
Our concept is to provide healthy cuisine but with so many flavors you will never notice it’s good for you! We will introduce you to the freshest produce delicately mixed with fresh herbs and spices to create flavors that will scintillate the senses and create delicious dining experiences. Our view of spa cuisine is that the moderation should be in the ingredients, not the flavor.
Chiva-Som chefs create daily menus to offer the widest range of dishes to suit a healthy lifestyle while satisfying your appetite. We include the tenderest steaks, the tastiest lamb, the softest chicken, the most delicate fish and the freshest vegetables combined with local herbs and spices to produce great tasting dishes.
Our philosophy is that our guests should take away not just a memory but also an experience which is why all of our dishes can be made at home using ingredients that can be purchased anywhere. We offer spa cooking classes and the Chiva-Som cookbook where the secrets of a healthy diet can be learned and applied at home.
For more information please visit http://www.chivasom.com/the-spa-cuisine/recipes/
By: Chiva-Som International Health Resort
About the Author:
Chiva-Som is a luxury health resort, combining international standards with Thai hospitality to deliver personal wellness programmes in a non regimented way. Everything we do focuses on a holistic approach to health that incorporates mind, body and spirit.
Chiva-Som provides the support to guide everyone on a path to greater health and vitality.
Dec
3
Spa Cuisine: Baked Marinated Sea Bass With Turmeric Served With Spicy Green Mango Relish by Chiva-Som
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Nutrients Per Serving
Kilocalories 341.1 kcal
Protein 52.1 g
Carbohydrate 25.0 g
Fat, Total 3.2 g
Ingredients
Marinated Seabass
200 g Seabass fillet
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tbsp coconut milk
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp honey
Green Mango Relish
200 g green mangos, peeled and julienned
30 g carrot, peeled and julienned
30 g shallots, finely sliced
1 bird’s eye chilli, finely chopped
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp lime juice
Coriander leaves for garnish
Method
Marinated Seabass
Preheat the oven to 100C. Marinate seabass with turmeric, coconut milk, soy sauce and honey then bake for 10 minutes or until medium cooked. Set aside.
Green Mango Relish
To prepare dressing, whisk soy sauce, honey, lime juice and chilli in a bowl until well mixed. Add all remaining relish ingredients to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss until evenly mixed.
To Serve
Arrange the baked seabass on the centre of plate, put the green mango relish on top of the fish, and sprinkle with coriander.
Chiva-Som Spa Cuisine Concept & Philosophy
Chiva-Som has won many international awards for outstanding spa cuisine, notably the Conde Nast Award for best Spa Cuisine and the Spa Asia Crystal Award for Best Spa Cuisine Menu. You culinary senses will be treated when you check into Chiva-Som.
Our concept is to provide healthy cuisine but with so many flavors you will never notice it’s good for you! We will introduce you to the freshest produce delicately mixed with fresh herbs and spices to create flavors that will scintillate the senses and create delicious dining experiences. Our view of spa cuisine is that the moderation should be in the ingredients, not the flavor.
Chiva-Som chefs create daily menus to offer the widest range of dishes to suit a healthy lifestyle while satisfying your appetite. We include the tenderest steaks, the tastiest lamb, the softest chicken, the most delicate fish and the freshest vegetables combined with local herbs and spices to produce great tasting dishes.
Our philosophy is that our guests should take away not just a memory but also an experience which is why all of our dishes can be made at home using ingredients that can be purchased anywhere. We offer spa cooking classes and the Chiva-Som cookbook where the secrets of a healthy diet can be learned and applied at home.
For more information please visit http://www.chivasom.com/the-spa-cuisine/recipes/
By: Chiva-Som International Health Resort
About the Author:
Chiva-Som is a luxury health resort, combining international standards with Thai hospitality to deliver personal wellness programmes in a non regimented way. Everything we do focuses on a holistic approach to health that incorporates mind, body and spirit.
Chiva-Som provides the support to guide everyone on a path to greater health and vitality.
Dec
3
Lake Resort Spa: Portugal paradise
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Careful planning is the hallmark of this best among spa hotels. Enter the main lobby and you will struck by the neo-classical entrance adorned with huge columns constructed out of stone and equally massive curtains that, oddly enough, provide a softening contrast that quite takes one’s breath away. The gallery next door has these Roman arches that heighten the grandeur of the architecture. The grand resort also has a beautifully built library, the ‘Lusiadas’ with carefully selected designs and furniture. Apart from beauty and aesthetics the furniture has been designed keeping comfort in mind.
Of all the spas and resorts this is one spa hotel known for its understated elegance. Step into any of the hotel’s guest rooms and you will find yourself enchanted by the apparent simplicity harmoniously synchronized with unparalleled sophistication. The beds are downy and comfortable with bedside lamps for reading. The bathroom is separated by a sliding door and has a large bath tub with an overhead rain shower. The luxury apartments at the lake spa resort Vilamoura, are very large with a huge bedroom or two bedrooms. Some apartments include a two-bedroom duplex. They are extremely efficient with adequate storage space, kitchenette, security, parking et al and work very well with families and business people dealing with large delegations, meetings and the like.
The spa at this magical resort is its major attraction. This is because the relaxation and massage experts employed at the spa turn your repose into an unforgettable experience. This is where you can restore your worn-out tissues and rejuvenate your tired mind. Start your journey into serenity at the Blue Spa with jet sprays, invigorating ceremonies and rituals, and heady aromas. You can move to the Green Spa at your next visit where you can take advantage of exotic massages inspired by Ayurvedic, Shiatsu, or Javanese techniques. And then go into the Lake Beauty Center for a complete finish with regard to facial and body treatments. Feel tempted already? Here’s some great news. A spa brochure is downloadable on the web.
Like the rest of resort, the eateries too are exotic, including Fusion with its Zen ambience and great oriental as well as Mediterranean cuisine, and the Marenostrum which is a floating seafood restaurant. If you are not having breakfast inside your room why not try the Gustatio with its interiors inspired by sheer Roman splendor. The restaurant also hosts great buffet dinners. Book your reservation, now!
By: Mike Greaves
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Mike Greaves is a self-made entrepreneur, a well known travel consultant and internet marketer. Over the years he has traveled across the world and has numerous writings credited to his name in many renowned publications. His areas of writing include travel experiences including reviews of best spa hotels and lake spa resort
Nov
29
Spa Cuisine: Stir-fried Lamb Chops With Oyster Sauce by Chiva-Som
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Nutrients Per Serving
Kilocalories 235.75 kcal
Protein 22.84 g
Carbohydrate 22.19 g
Fat, Total 22.19 g
Ingredients
8 garlic cloves, chopped
400 ml vegetable stock
4 tbsp miso paste
4 tbsp oyster sauce
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp unsweetened black soy sauce
400 g lamb chops, trimmed of fat and cut into bite-size pieces
240 g bok choy, leaves trimmed
200 g straw mushrooms, or any fresh mushrooms in season boiled for 2 minutes
and drained
3 spring onions cut into 5 cm (2 inch) lengths
1 red chilli, seeded and finely sliced
1 pinch ground white pepper
Method
In a heavy wok, stir-fry garlic in vegetable stock. Once fragrant, add miso paste, oyster sauce, honey and unsweetened black soy sauce. Add lamb and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until half cooked, and add bok choy leaves and cooked mushrooms. Once bok choy is soft and lamb is well cooked, sprinkle with spring onions, red chilli and ground white pepper. Remove from heat and serve with brown rice.
Chiva-Som Spa Cuisine Concept & Philosophy
Chiva-Som has won many international awards for outstanding spa cuisine, notably the Conde Nast Award for best Spa Cuisine and the Spa Asia Crystal Award for Best Spa Cuisine Menu. You culinary senses will be treated when you check into Chiva-Som.
Our concept is to provide healthy cuisine but with so many flavors you will never notice it’s good for you! We will introduce you to the freshest produce delicately mixed with fresh herbs and spices to create flavors that will scintillate the senses and create delicious dining experiences. Our view of spa cuisine is that the moderation should be in the ingredients, not the flavor.
Chiva-Som chefs create daily menus to offer the widest range of dishes to suit a healthy lifestyle while satisfying your appetite. We include the tenderest steaks, the tastiest lamb, the softest chicken, the most delicate fish and the freshest vegetables combined with local herbs and spices to produce great tasting dishes.
Our philosophy is that our guests should take away not just a memory but also an experience which is why all of our dishes can be made at home using ingredients that can be purchased anywhere. We offer spa cooking classes and the Chiva-Som cookbook where the secrets of a healthy diet can be learned and applied at home.
For more information please visit http://www.chivasom.com/the-spa-cuisine/recipes/
By: Chiva-Som International Health Resort
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Chiva-Som is a luxury health resort, combining international standards with Thai hospitality to deliver personal wellness programmes in a non regimented way. Everything we do focuses on a holistic approach to health that incorporates mind, body and spirit.
Chiva-Som provides the support to guide everyone on a path to greater health and vitality.
Please contact Reservation to book an appointment with Chef Paisarn Cheewinsiriwat by E-mail: reservation@chivasom.com Phone: +66 0 32536536 Fax: +66 0 32511154 or visit our website: www.chivasom.com.
Nov
29
Barceló Costa Cancun and Spa Resort
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Sparkling white sand beaches and crystal blue water welcome you to the Barceló Costa Cancun and Spa Resort . If you travel to Cancun for a romantic beach getaway or for the ultimate all inclusive Mexico family vacation the Barceló Costa Cancun offers all inclusive Mexico vacation packages to fit your vacation plans.
Included in our all inclusive vacation plans are a wide variety of activities for all ages and interests including daily recreational activities as well as our live shows every night. Or take advantage of our Health and Wellness Spa where you will find a sauna, steam room, and six-person spa tub with adjacent cool-water plunge pool. We look forward to being the Mexico accommodations you chose for your next Mexico vacation.
By: WRS
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Nov
29
Spa Resort India- Low Cost Spa Resort India- Health Check Up India
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Spa Resort India
We partner luxurious and semi luxurious spas in India to stay, relax and recoup.
Golden Palms Spa and Resorts, Bangalore
The International tourist package includes the following : -
The package is for 6 Nights and 7 days
Experience the Golden Palms Spa, nestled amongst 14 acres of exquisitely landscaped gardens, a 25-minute away from Bangalore city center. Stay for 6 nights and 7 days & make the most of this break by exploring Bangalore, where tradition meets modernity. Shop for authentic silks and diamonds or pick up trendy outfits from Bangalore’s swanky shopping malls. Stop by at a Café and savor the flavor of fresh South Indian coffee or check out happening nightspots.
The package includes : -
Accommodation including taxes. Complimentary Airport transfers. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at Spa Cafe. Free use of Steam, Sauna, Jacuzzi, Fitness Centre, Swimming pool and Sports Centre. A free consultation and guidance on the premises with our Spa Doctors Ayurveda & Naturopathy, Fitness experts & Dietician.
Spa Treatments includes : -
Palms Ayurveda, Thai Massage. Oriental Foot Reviver, a Swedish Massage. Javanese Mandi Lulur, a Cleopatra Milk Bath. Ayurvedic Rejuvenating Facial.
Luxurious
Ananda in the Himalayas
Ananda is a world renowned wellness resort located in the Himalayan range of mountains in India. Having won numerous awards and more than satisfied tourists, it is the most recommended resort for our guests who whish to opt for Luxurious Palace style wellness resort….
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We Care Core Values
We have a very simple business model that keeps you as the centre.
Having the industry’s most elaborate and exclusive Patient Care and Clinical Coordination teams stationed at each partner hospital, we provide you the smoothest and seamless care ever imagined. With a ratio of one Patient Care Manager to five patients our patient care standards are unmatched across the sub continent.
By: Pankaj Nagpal
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Welcome to World Class Treatment and Surgery by We Care Health Services, India.
Contact Us :
www.indiasurgerytour.com ||
E-mail us on : info@indiahospitaltour.com ||
Contact Center Tel. :(+91) 22 28950588 / (+91) 22 28941902 (24 hrs.)
The surgery and medical treatments offered by We Care Health Services at JCI Accredited / ISO Certified Hospitals are vast and varied; ranging from Heart Surgery in India, Cardiology to Cardio Thoracic surgery, Total Knee / Hip / Ankle / Shoulder Joint Replacement Surgery in India including ACL reconstruction Surgery to Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Surgery in India , Spine Surgery in India like Discectomy / Laminectomy Surgery, Cervical Decompression to Anterior / Posterior Spinal Fusion Surgery in India, Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy, Cancer surgery, Sterotactic Radiotherapy, Autologous / Allogenic Bone Marrow Transplant Surgery to Breast Cancer treatments, Near relative Kidney Transplant Surgery to Dialysis and Kidney Biopsy, Low Cost Liver Transplants Surgery, Hysterectomy (Vaginal / Abdominal) to Ovarian Cystectomy, Hernia repair Surgery to Cholecystectomy, Advanced Neurosurgery in India, Bariatric surgery, Gastric Bypass Surgery in India, Eye Surgery in India, Cornea Transplant, Cataract Surgery to LASIK Eye care Surgery, IVF, ICSI, Egg Donor to Surrogacy, Minimally Invasive surgery or Laparoscopic Surgery to Cochlear Implants, Breast Lift / Tummy Tuck, Face Lift to Low Cost Rhinoplasty Cosmetic Surgery, multi specialty Hospitals in India offering first world treatments with board certified highly qualified medical consultants in attendance at third world prices..
Nov
18
So how do fish treatments work and how do they aid in enhancing both wellness and beauty? Spas store small tropical fish called Garra Rufa, also known as doctor fish, nibble fish, Chinchin Yu, Kangal Fish and Turkey Fish, in warm pools of water or hot springs. These fish thrive in hot water from 15 degrees to 43 degree water and are used for various reasons such as for foot, facial and body treatments as well as for the natural treatment of skin disease.
The fish, as many spa goers say “kiss the skin”, ridding it of all affected and dead skin areas, leaving the healthy skin untouched to continue to grow and repair. The process is both painless and strangely wonderful, leaving behind a unique pleasant tingling sensation. Skin is left smooth, glowing and looking healthier. Although, also used for individuals suffering from Psoriasis, fish treatments are not a cure for the disease but a temporary treatment cure which can aid in preventing symptoms if repeated on a monthly basis. Nonetheless, there have been some individuals who claim to have been completely cured of Psoriasis after undergoing fish treatments. The fish treatments are also recognized as treatments utilized to release fatigue, increase blood circulation and aid in relaxation.
So why not immerse yourself into a hot spring or fish pool, or enjoy a foot, facial or body fish treatment before a massage, and experience a treatment like no other. This strangely unique and wonderful feeling cannot be described in words and will make you return every few months to take advantage of the fish treatments principal purpose and function, to protect and beautify your skin.
Find spas and more wellness related information at: http://healthspaguru.com
By: Health Spa Guru
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Writer for Health Spa Guru: Spas at Health Spa Guru
Nov
18
All You Need is a Samui Spa Resort to Rejuvenate Yourself
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Resort Koh Samui is the most preferred accommodation for any traveler there. The resort not only provides accommodation but it also has many other activities as well. More and more establishments like the Samui Spa Resort are being popular day by day. Many people who visit resort Samui seek for more such places where they can rejuvenate themselves and relax. Even before the spas were famous, many new age centers were established. These old establishments now have competition from spa resorts. Actually many of these are located in the resort Koh Samui itself.
Samui spa resort offers spa facilities. Resort Samui also has facilities for golf, bungee jumping, sea sports and fishing.
There are numerous spa resorts in Koh Samui. Some of them are famous while others are not. However, Baan Sabai resort has made a mark for itself. The resort is located on the beach near Big Buddha. The houses are gardens are wonderful, with Buddha paintings and antiques all over. The services provided there are also amazing. The treatments offered are rich in relaxing sound and gives positive aura. This type of treatments further improves the wonderful experience.
Other than Baan Sabai, Samui Dharma Healing Centre is also one very famous resort. It follows Buddhist principles and disciplines. The resort offers many programs for treatments. The treatments usually include nourishing drinks, Chinese herbal cleansing, and other body cleansing procedures.
There are some other resorts as well that are equally good. They all provide treatments that guarantee rejuvenation and relaxation.
By: Suchi
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Suchi is a freelance writer for travel magazines explain about Koh Samui, a very popular island of Thailand is mainly known for the resorts destination of Koh Samui and their luxury holiday villas, Koh samui spa resorts etc.
Nov
18
A Spa Resort With a Difference
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Legend continues, telling how the selfishness of man resulted in Al Maha being consumed by sand and over the generations many were lost trying to find the legendary oasis, until one young man found his falcon perched upon a slender branch sprouting small green leaves. Knowing this sign of life as a sign of water, he returned with his brothers. After removing the rock blocking the spring, the brothers watched in awe as the water began to wash the sands away, revealing the ancient walls of the camp. Al Maha was reborn.
Now this glorious oasis is the site of the Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa, a haven away from stifling cities and crowded beaches. A handful of suites, each with their own pool, are scattered around the resort with panoramic views over the desert dunes. All of the water used is returned to the lakes through a unique irrigation system so you can relax in their spa or in your pool safe in the knowledge that you are not wasting this most precious of resources.
Each room comes with its own personal staff, including a housekeeper, and dinner can be served on your private veranda (prepared by your personal chef), in the dining hall or out on the dunes.
A sanctuary amid the sands, the spa will pamper you until your skin glows and you feel relaxed and renewed. Timeless treatments made from Arabic dates and frankincense will wrap you in a cocoon of comfort as you gaze out over views of the surrounding desert and mountains.
Guests are entitled to two complimentary activities per day during their stay. Falconry, camel treks, horse riding and archery are some of the most popular, while the more adrenalin fuelled can take to the dunes on a rugged 4×4 adventure. Guided nature walks can be an eye opening experience, and a great sense of achievement can be found naming the animals as they wander past the resort.
The Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa is an eco-friendly resort that shimmers like a mirage beneath blue skies and evokes true luxury without glittering skyscrapers and fast-paced living. Indeed, you may well find that an oasis of spiritual healing while on vacation with Dubai holidays might just be what you need.
By: Paul McIndoe
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Paul McIndoe writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.
Nov
13
Relax And Refresh At Spa Resorts
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There are few better ways a person can pamper themselves than with a vacation at one of many spa resorts in exotic locations such as the Caribbean, Asia, Mexico or throughout North America. Depending on your available budget, spending a few quiet days in luxurious solitude can do wonders for a person health and well-being. Many of the spa resorts offer massages, meditation, yoga and a variety of other stress-free activities.
Many spa resorts offer amenities such as body and skin care, swimming pools, hydrotherapy and massages. Offering tremendous cuisine and expert aromatherapy are also offered at several to fit into the local environment. Whether the spa is located in the middle of nowhere or in the center of the city, once inside the facility it is hard to determine exactly where it is located. Most provide an atmosphere that shields participants from the rest of the outside world, allowing them to forget all the worries they left on the outside of the door.
Imagine walking through the door with absolutely no responsibilities and no one depending on you for duration of your stay. Moreover, everyone in spa resorts will be working hard to make your every wish come true and are there to pamper you and make you feel totally refreshed and ready to beat the world when you leave. Whether it is for one day, a few days or an entire week you will leave refreshed and stress-free.
While many consider spa resorts strictly for women there are also facilities that cater to men as well as other that invite men and women and especially couples. Both can enjoy the invigorating physical pampering of massages and aromatherapy as well as aromatherapy messages. The couple can both experience the relaxing atmosphere and learn how to relieve stress once they return home and help each other relive the experience of their time at spa resorts. Sharing the experience can make the time away from home more meaningful and relaxing, as both parties know what the other is going through.
By sharing the experiences both parties can better understand what is required to ease the tensions in their lives and even during activities where the couple is separated for privacy, they can learn more about themselves making the time spent at spa resorts not only physical but can account for psychological improvement as well.
By: Benjamin Scott
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Benjamin Scott offers a private travel membership that has helped many organize their spa resorts vacation. For more information on this resorts membership plus travel savings tips and tricks visit his blog at: http://www.resortsmaniac.com



















