PATTAYA: The head has it

The head massage, excellent for neck and shoulder tension and improvement of blood circulation, has been practised for thousands of years. The essential oils used in the treatment will also benefit healthy hair. A 60-minute treatment costs Bt1,290. The spa is open daily from 10am to 10pm. Call (038) 725 555 extension 3902 or visit Facebook/TeaTreeSpa.Pattaya.

 

BANGKOK

Dragon ritual at Chi

Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok invites you to start the year of the Dragon with the “Water Dragon Spa Ritual”. The treatment starts with an exfoliation with pink mountain salt, followed by a refreshing water splashing technique, then cools down with a detoxifying mud wrap, a stream-infused shower and stretch and tone massage. The treatment is available at Bt4,900 until January 31. Call (02) 236 7777 extension 6072.

 

Making progress with Nian Gao 

Welcome the year of the Dragon with the traditional home made “Nian Gao” (traditional Chinese New Year cake), crafted in the shape of the koi fish. Nian Gao is also called Nian Nian Gao, which means “higher each year”, symbolising progress and promotions at work and improvement in life. The Chinese chef at Man Ho Chinese restaurant at JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok prepares Nian Gao fresh every day until February 15. Prices start at Bt380 to Bt 680 per box. Call (02) 656 7700.

 

KOH SAMUI 

Romantic retreat at Renaissance

Experience the secret of a secluded holiday and honeymoon getaway at the Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa in the new Contemporary-Asian décor private pool villas. “Intro Romance Package” in the Beachfront Pool Villa is Bt19,400 per night for a minimum of two consecutive nights. Benefits include sparkling wine upon arrival, in room breakfast, roundtrip Samui Airport transfers and one candlelit dinner. The offer is good until March 31.  Call (077) 429 300.

 

PHUKET

Thank you for voting!

In celebration of being voted among the T+L “500 World’s Best” for two years running, Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket is offering a special promotion – “Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket Kob Khun” – to express heartfelt thanks to all guests who voted for the hotel. Guests will enjoy a complimentary “Thank You” bonus, a gift voucher valued worth Bt1,000, Bt1,500 and Bt2,000, package including two nights accommodation with a room upgrade, a daily buffet breakfast for two and much more. The promotion runs from now until. E-mail to [email protected] and mention promotion code 'KOBKHUN'. 

 

Mosques of Thon Buri

Join The Siam Society’s Siamese Heritage Protection Programme study trip to three remarkable mosques in “Krung Thonburi” (1767-1782) on February 25. Discover history and prosperity as well as cultural diversity and tradition in Kadee, the old word that local people use for the mosque. The group will visit Kadee Bang Luang, Kadee Tonson, and Kadee Charoen Phat, three remarkable mosques in Thon Buri. The lecture will be conducted in English. A contribution of Bt450 (Bt 500 for non-members) is required. Call (02) 661 6470-7 extension 204 or e-mail: [email protected].