Serenity Sense - 8 Hands
Massage.
Rungratree Thongsai
After the first spa visit published in a recent edition of Pattaya
Mail there was some great feedback from the readers. This issue I was
honored to visit the Aisawan Spa at Pullman Pattaya Hotel G. First off I
need to say that, personally, I like simplicity as anything that is too
fussy is more likely to cause me uneasiness rather than relaxation, but the
host insisted and told me many times to try out the experience at the spa so
I made my visit last week on a Tuesday evening.
Aisawan Spa is a Thai contemporary style center of massage therapy for
health and beauty using a holistic approach. It’s located near the sea and
easy to find car parking close by. The spa was distinctly separate from the
hotel and there are many private alcoves prepared for those who want to be
close to nature and enjoy the sunset scenery. When added to the delicious
servings of stevia herbal drinks, it encouraged me to want to tryout the
massage all the more eagerly.
A bird’s eye view of the Aisawan
Spa.
Aisawan Spa provides exquisite facilities with
traditional Thai VIP massage and treatment rooms. The spa also takes pride
in using only the finest of natural products and boasts a dedicated team of
highly skilled therapists. The luxurious treatment rooms exude serenity and
the idyllic outdoor spa villas, set between pristine lotus ponds and spanned
by natural wooden walkways, each allow guests to experience the very essence
of nature. Revel in the fresh, clean air as it flows in from the ocean,
while enjoying the perfect touch of a soothing massage. Speaking to all of
the senses, the spa journey at Aisawan Spa is guaranteed to be a truly
sensual one.
On the way to the lounge, which is a pavilion that stands serenely next to a
lotus pond, I was greatly impressed with the décor and layout that answers
the needs of clients who want real privacy. The therapists provided me new
clothing and towels to change after showering before going into the stream
room, which was decorated simply but filled with a pleasant herbal aroma
that really opens the airways and helps one to breathe.
One of the beautiful spa villas.
Then I was invited into a room with a large, polished
stone bathtub in the center; the surroundings made me feel like I was
entering into a place in the Renaissance time. In addition to bathing in
milk, which makes the skin feel so smooth, you can also choose to have
various kinds of herbal enrichment, or moisturizer mud from Canada, all to
your preference. The atmosphere and the water jet that massaged my back made
me feel very relaxed, if only I could sip a glass of wine too, there would
be nothing like it!
After 15 minutes in the milk-bath I showered again before having my massage,
which was the spa’s signature massage called the ‘Serenity Sense - 8 hands
massage’, a popular treatment that utilizes as many as four therapists,
massaging both me and my husband at the same time. I confess this made me a
little nervous at first as I have never had this many therapists massaging
me before and many questions ran through my head at once about the
simultaneous balancing pressure of the massage.
Aisawan Spa received top
recognition at the Spa Awards 2013.
The therapists were paired standing facing each other and
gave me a Swedish aroma style massage. After the first 30 minutes passed by
I had no doubts left as the massage was so simultaneous and perfectly in
balance that I could hardly distinguish the different hands.
The therapists work in rhythm, not only a giving a relaxing oil massage but
also using Swedish massage therapy techniques that involve kneading,
vibration, rhythmic tapping and long sweeping strokes. The therapists
concentrated on massaging the most used muscles, alternating between firm
and light pressure. I felt as if my muscles were actually exercising and I
thought to myself that this package, which was specially designed for a
couple for Valentine’s Day, was also good for anyone who wanted to indulge
themselves after a tiring, long day at work.
Being close to the sea, and with its picturesque surroundings, treatments at
Aisawan Spa are accompanied with a nice sea breeze and the soothing sounds
of the waves plus stunning sunset scenery. When combined with a splendid
rhythmic massage, it makes you feel as if you were almost drifting in
heaven.
Margy’s Monte-Carlo products used
at Aisawan Spa.
Of the range of treatments offered here, in particular I
would like to recommend the Aisawan Collagen Facial Mask Program for
everyone that wants to restore a balanced, youthful looking skin condition.
I tried it myself and could really feel the nutritious cream absorb into my
skin when it was meticulously massaged on my face and neck. The spa
specially imports Margy’s Monte-Carlo products, a popular brand from Monaco
that is very effective in moisturizing dehydrated skin and rebuilding skin
elasticity with collagen.
For our readers who want to try a new experience of massaging, I highly
recommend the ‘Serenity Sense - 8 hands massage’, special rate only 5,000
baht net (regular price is 7,650 baht). A small price for the gift of joyful
indulgence and spiritual renewal, shared together, just as it should be.
There is also a 25% discount for other spa treatments and packages when
booked for 09:00 am to 1:00 pm. These special offers run until mid-March.
Additionally, Aisawan Spa also offers a special discounted Yoga program and
free activities for kids when booking a family room at the Pullman Pattaya G
hotel.
The luxurious treatment areas
are set between pristine lotus ponds and spanned by natural wooden walkways.
They say that behind each delicious dish is an
experienced chef, but for a spa it is a manager’s responsibility, so two
thumbs up for Panisa Tisso who designed, created and manages the spa. She
pays special attention to her therapists by using a meditation program to
promote their unison in working together effectively.
The spa quality here is guaranteed with honors from the Spa Awards 2013,
including 1 gold medal for Swedish massage and silver medals for traditional
Thai massage, spa decoration and herbal drinks. The author wanted to put a
big asterisk mark next to the massage quality of the spa’s therapists, that
it is truly remarkable!
Aisawan Spa opens daily, 9:00am - 10:00pm. For more information and spa
treatment reservations, call 038 411 940 ext. 6 or email
[email protected].
Yoga by the sea.
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Note: Rungratree Thongsai graduated from the Taralai Thai Massage School with professional qualifications in Spa Management, Thai Traditional Massage, Original Western Technical Massage, Reflexology Foot Massage, Aromatherapy Swedish Style Massage, Body Spa, Body Lift-Up, and Business Management of Thai Massage. She also holds a professional spa certificate from the Ministry of Health and a Spa for Health operator’s license. |
