Bangkok is famous for the many services offered for health and beauty, from lavish manicures and pedicure treatments to laser hair removal and chakra cleansing; Bangkok has something for everyone, and most of it can be found in the trendy area of Sukhumvit. Regarded as one of the best places areas to stay, you’ll have plenty of good accommodation to choose from, like the Emporium Suites by Chatrium, a modern and chic Sukhumvit hotel, so it’s no surprise you’ll find excellent salons and spas as well in this neighborhood.
A trip to Thailand without experiencing an authentic Thai massage just isn’t right. Sukhumvit has several luxury spas that offer traditional massages will leave you completely relaxed for the rest of your trip. The Thai massage, commonly known as Thai yoga massage, can be traced back over centuries in its present method. A combination of Ayurveda treatment, yoga and Chinese acupressure, Thai massages are made up of entirely unique set methods, and is internationally regarded as one of the best practices of therapeutic massage.
Thai massages focus on promoting health and muscle flexibility, through pressure points and circulation. No oils or lotions are used during the massage unless specially requested. Instead, the lucky recipient remains dressed in light clothing, as the body is pulled, stretched and compressed in order to loosen and align energies.
Treatment starts from the feet up, with pressure applied to various points along the body in accordance with Ayurveda. The body moved into four positions to allow the masseur to perform different compressions all over. The entire experience is extremely physical and it’s not uncommon to find yourself half-sitting on the masseur’s lap; this is done to further deepen a stretch. Depending on the tightness of muscles, the masseur may also use their knees, elbows and even feet to apply pressure. After the massage, you may feel a little sore, usually in the areas where you had tightness, but that will pass overnight. Do drink plenty of water, as this further helps to detoxify the body after a massage.
Intrigued by history, art and food, Lavinia Woolf is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary and writes of the exhilarating and enchanting.
