Travelling and vacationing are all coated with the intention of exploring and relaxing. Spa treatments and massages are a fantastic addition to any travel or vacation arrangements. Thus, most hotels and accommodation options include the facility of spas to offer various types of massages. Phuket has plenty on offer if you love a relaxing massage. On that note, COMO Shambhala is one of the dedicated wellness retreats that specialises in hands on healing.
Traditional Thai Massage is a combination of Indian and Chinese massage techniques that have evolved over 2,500 years. This invigorating and at the same time relaxing addition to Thai medicine combines stretches familiar to yoga practitioners, acupressure and muscle compressions. The massage techniques have been compared to yoga without exertion. Technicians use hands, feet, knees and legs to deliver a full body massage. Whether it is traditional Thai massage or any other spa treatment it is best to check out spas and massages offered. Going online to check spa websites, reading reviews in spa magazines, joining a forum or talking to regular spa goers will point those looking for the best traditional Thai massage in the correct direction. To verify before actually going in for the massage, potential clients can visit a couple of spas that are known for the quality of their Thai massage and check out their location, the ambience, cleanliness of the premises, treatment costs, and their staff. Mid range spas in Phuket charge 500 Baht and upwards for a one-hour massage while high end spas could charge in thousands.
It is an unwritten rule that customers should arrive at least 30 minutes before the massage for the hydro therapy or aroma therapy and the relaxing light body massage to prepare them for the treatment. The spa should know about medical condition especially because of the methods of delivery of Thai massage. Shower before arriving and turn off electronic devices. The spa will provide a robe and spa sandals. Be polite throughout treatment. Tip the therapist if there is no service charge. Inform the spa early if cancelling appointment.
Roland Lefevre is a travel writer who specializes in creating features on leisure as well as business travel destinations across the globe. Google+
