Le Meridien Bora Bora Launches Manahau Wellness Center

The new resort wellness center concept focuses on human contact, employing nutrient-rich products created from Polynesian ingredients to heal the body, soothe the mind, and excite the spirit like never before.

Treatments feature nutrient-rich products that are 100 percent Polynesian, most fashioned fresh daily from fruit enzymes, Tamanu oil antioxidants, sea salt minerals, and nourishing Monoi oil - the liquid gold of Polynesian ancestors obtained by macerating fresh Tiare Tahiti flowers in refined coconut oil, traceable back 2,000 years. All treatments begin with the guest's choice of a selection of aroma-infused Monoi Oils.

The wellness center also offers classes surrounded by the beauty of Polynesian nature. Unwind with Yoga, Tai Chi and Back Stretching to inspire relaxation and revitalization.

Two Wellness Center Directors, Carlos Del Pino and Manuela Paoletti, guide the Manahau Wellness Center. Carlos Del Pino is a passionate disciple of body disciplines, certified in Watsu, Tantsu, Shiatsu and Craniosacral therapy. Manuela Paoletti is a yoga teacher and painter, who practices and teaches the modalities of Systemic Yoga, Craniosacral Biodynamic Therapy, Shiatsu and Foot Reflexology. Both bring passion and imagination to their new positions as well as a deep love for the island beauty around them.

New treatments exclusive to Manahau Wellness Center include:

• The signature Traditional Polynesian Massage stretches back to ancient times, inspiring inner balance through fluid movements that resemble sea waves delivered with soft touch or deep tissue. (50/80 minutes; 15,000 CFP/20,000 CFP; approx. $164/$219 U.S.)
• Bora Bora Coconut Polish is a rare and exceptional Polynesian beauty ritual with fragrant, fresh grated coconut to soften, moisturize and cleanse the skin. It's the perfect preparation for South Sea sun exposure. (50 minutes; 13,000 CFP; approx. $142 U.S.)
• Women - and men - who care about inner and outer beauty can opt for the Vahine Facial (for women) or Tane Facial (for men), which refresh and tone the skin with precious Polynesian ingredients. (50 minutes; 13,000 CFP; approx. $142 U.S.)
The Manahau Wellness Center also offers an array of Combinations and Treatment Packages for clients who desire a little more. From Body Polish and Massage: Healthy and Shining (80 minutes; 19000 CFP; approx. $208 U.S.) to the three-pronged Anti-Stress Package: For Soul Care (with Body Polish, Foot Reflexology and Relaxing Massage; 37,000 CFP; approx. $406 U.S.), they're just what a vacationer needs to soothe in the sunny South Seas.

Resort rates from 52000 CFP (approx. $570 U.S.), excluding taxes. For more information or reservations at Le Méridien Bora Bora, please visit www.lemeridien-borabora.com or call 1-800-543-4300.

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