Espa at Phulay Bay Sets a New Standard in Spa & Wellbeing

Surrounded by indigenous forest and rugged rock formations, the spa is set to become the island's most luxurious and indulgent wellbeing sanctuary for relaxation and rejuvenation when it opens on December 22, 2009. The spa is situated in an environment of stepping stones meandering between beautiful teak walkways and relaxation terraces, surrounded by vegetation with reflection ponds intermittently dotted throughout.

This contemporary split-level masterpiece comprises three traditional Thai pavilions offering eleven luxurious treatment rooms - including single and couples Thai massage rooms - two couple's suites and two Private Spa suites with a relaxation pavilion overlooking the tranquil lagoon.

Each suite has been sensitively designed and includes a private decked terrace with raised platform for Thai massage, a deep bath for soothing relaxation, with bamboo walls and tropical planting in the lagoon, adding to the guest's sense of privacy.

The soothing and stylish setting perfectly captures the spirit of Ritz-Carlton Reserve, with a distinctive personality and sense of place and enables the richness of the natural surroundings to be absorbed. On offer at the Spa is a range of relaxing holistic treatments and natural ESPA products that revitalise the face, body and mind and give instant and long lasting results to the skin.

ESPA provides authentic, beneficial and holistic ESPA experiences, combining modern techniques and ancient therapies to allow guests to connect with nature and explore their physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. The exceptional therapists at ESPA at Phulay Bay offer a selection of advanced facials, body treatments and massages for both men and women, using luxurious and natural ESPA products rich in plant extracts and essential oils.

The spa has a selection of indulgent signature treatment rituals inspired by traditional techniques and using indigenous ingredients and practices. The holistic energy balancing ritual uses hot volcanic stones to concentrate on the seven chakras of the body and bring mind and body back into harmonious balance while the Thai Herbal infusion ritual uses traditional Thai poultices to warm the muscles and local Prai oil to nourish the skin

A Wellness Studio within the Spa sanctuary offers guests meditation and yoga, while trained therapists will individually tailor wellbeing programmes. Other facilities within the Spa include sea-shell inspired curved oval steam rooms and warming vitality pools with stunning lagoon views. Day spa guests can also enjoy spa cuisine using organically grown fresh fruit, herbs and vegetables at Raw, a spa café, offering customised dining options to fit with calorie-controlled diets and healthy eating plans.

Each of the Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties will be signature, one-of-a-kind boutique resorts positioned in unique settings, each with a distinctive personality and sense of place. A refuge from the expected, the Reserve is for travelers seeking to discover a singular location and peerless resort that, through its design and services, has a distinctive personality that blends together the culture and history of its setting.