Isaan Travel and Destination Guide

Spas and Massages in Isaan

Thai massage was developed and practiced by Buddhist monk over centuries and many of the traditional approaches survive in northeastern Thailand. There is a strong spiritual element to the technique, but village healers and lay people have also developed the techniques for medical purposes Traditional Thai massage is the manual application of 2500 years of traditional Thai medicine. It combines elements of yoga, shiatsu and acupressure, working with the energy pathways of the body and the pressure points to release tension and release blockages.

Spa culture has yet to reach Isaan in a significant way. But traditional massage is available throughput the province and small massage shops and also in temples. Surinvej Massage studio in Surin is one of the few dedicated centres in the region. Therapist work to revive elements lost by overwork, stress, lack of sleep, and extended travel periods. Experienced and friendly masseuses put you at ease and return your muscles to a relaxed and comfortable state.

In other provinces the better hotels all feature spa and massage services. Kirimaya Golf Resort and Spa in Nakhon Ratchasima has private massage pavilion suites with a double massage area, a spa pool and 2 steam rooms, 2 indoor massage rooms and 2 outdoor massage areas. Whether your needs are therapeutic, or simply to relax, the resort's massage services and body treatments will make a difference to your health and overall sense of well being.

The Spa at Tohsang Khongjiam Resort near Ubon Ratchathani offers a traditional herbal spa and Thai massage. Choose from a wide selection of spa treatments including body contour, anti-stress and sensual massage. All will bring you a peaceful sense of deep calm, and gentle exhilaration.

In Nong Khai the Pantawee boutque hotel provides an excellent massage service with a spa bathing pool and Jacuzzi with a unique oxygenated water system. All the staff are fully trained at internationally known Wat Po School of Thai massage in Bangkok and qualified in Royal Thai Massage, a medical qualification in physiotherapy.

At Phu Pha Nam Resort in Loei the On-Sen Spa is a Japanese-style facility with a range of massages and reatments plus hydrotherapy pools heated by solar power. Relax in the peaceful surroundings of this picturesque spa, which was specially designed to blend with the natural surroundings.

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