Pimalai Spa

A True Paradise On Earth

“Where the winds bring flashes of light fragrances to the small walled treatment rooms, and the only sound is that of the waves sliding in and out and slowly breaking onto the sandy beach.”

Welcome to a magical oasis, the place that absolutely blends harmony with nature’s splendid surroundings. Pimalai Resort & Spa is a luminous destination located on the idyllic island of Koh Lanta Yai, Krabi province and nestled amidst the spectacular rainforest of Thailand’s beautiful south. With the peaceful serenity, privacy, as well as contemporary Thai design, there is a balance between modern tranquility and exotic luxury. All of this has made Pimalai Resort & Spa a candidate nominated for the World Luxury Hotel Awards 2009.

Pimalai Resort & Spa is outstanding for its fabulous Pimalai Spa, set in a lush slopping valley in the village style, harmoniously blending with the natural beauty of the jungle where the winds bring the aroma of light fragrances to the small walled treatment rooms and the only sound is that of the waves roaring in and out and slowly rolling onto the pure sandy beach. Pimalai Spa offers the perfect well-being way like its signature the Royal Siam Massage. This traditional Thai massage, which originated from the era of the lord Buddha, is an ancient method of aligning and balancing the energies of the body. Using the technique of applying firm thumb and palm pressure on the body’s energy lines called “Sen” and the pressure points along with a variety of stretching movements, you will feel physically refreshed, strengthened and fully rejuvenated. To enjoy the complete spectrum of the Pimalai Spa experience, you may want to try the best of spa’s variety including complete body treatments as well as facials and beauty salon services.

From Krabi mainland, it takes about 1 hour by the resort boat to the Andaman Luxury destination. Pimalai Spa not only gives you exotic luxury and total relaxation, it also provides a sense of hidden boutique paradise: A True Paradise on Earth in the land of the smile.

Pimalai Resort & Spa

99 Moo 5, Bakantiang Beach, Lanta Yai,

Krabi 81150 Thailand

Tel. +66(0)7560 7999 Fax.+66(0)7560 7998

E-mail: spa@pimalai.com

www.pimalai.com

The Spa Resort Residence

“The Residence are designed with majestic rooflines inspired by the northern Thai Lanna Style architecture and built with modern conveniences and facilities.”

The Spa Resort, Thailand’s first destination-health spa, announced new additions to their Residence Investment properties-Cloud 9, Sala, a dramatic 40 ft octagon open-air sala with sweeping views of rural Chiang Mai. And, the Resort’s on-site organic farm is now supplying the Resort’s acclaimed Radiance Restaurant.

Spread over 80,000 sd. Meters of spectacular gently sloping hillside property, this gated community consists of 50 custom-designed private Villas and Duplexes. Set in a magical mango grove, the entire community has been laid allow for the spectacular landscaping to flourish. The Residences share the property with The Spa Resort Chiang Mai and all Residence Homeowners have direct access to Resort amenities. The Radiance Restaurant serves vegan, vegetarian and gourmet raw foods cuisine from their organic farm. They feature Detox Cleansing & Weight Loss programs plus Yoga retreats and much more. The Bamboo Spa offers a variety of massages and beauty rituals, traditional Thai steam room and two Far Infrared Saunas. Guy’s juice bar serves a wide selection of organic juices and smoothies.

The Residence is designed with majestic rooflines inspired by the northern Thai Lanna Style architecture and built with modern conveniences and facilities.

There are only 8 Villas left available for purchase, all including a Furniture Package discount worth 150,000 – 350,000 THB. Two Villas are offered at an additional discount of 10% Villas rentals management service is provided.

Please visit www.thespachiangmai.com

To schedule a visit, please contact

Robin on +66 (0)8783 6027

E-mail: robin@thespachiangmai.com

Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden

"A Moment in Aesthetics of lotus"

As winter breeze waves good bye and warm weather rushes in, some flowers wither away while others excitingly sprout their vibrant blossoms. Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden invites all visitors to embrace the lotus, queen of water flora and symbol of untainted purity. The Lotus is a flower that holds a high status in Thai tradition and culture since the beginning of Thai history.

A lotus is amazingly versatile as it can be a great floral adornment and a resourceful agriculture product. The plant parts are multipurpose such as flowers used in religious ceremony, pollens used as remedy to strengthen the heart, the leaf used for wrapping steam rice and the stem and dried flowers can be burned to repel mosquito. Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden has captured the essence of the Lotus world by displaying over 60 lotus species from neighboring countries as well as local species for your viewing pleasure. The flowers exhibited in the glass house are Nymphaeaceae (Jongkonnee Water Lily), the delegate pink sweet aromatic day and night bloomers; Nymphaea sp. (Nang Kwak Water Lily), originated in India, this bowl shape charmer comes in four colors: white, pink, purple and red; White Lotus, the purest of them all because of its pearly white petals; Sacred Lotus (Satabut Lotus), the big white lotus with its petals neatly arranged in 2-3 folds; Roseum Plenum (Satabongkot Lotus) is a large lotus with pink petals giving off sweet mild fragrant; Victoria Water Lily (Kradong Water Lily), originated in the Amazon waters, this white splendid flower is distinguished by its giant round tray-like leaf surrounded by thorns and its powerful scent.

In addition, on display are the rare grand lotuses from China and Japan each distinguishably stunning in its tourist destination that provides precious knowledge as well as family leisure. Just 27 kilometer away from the Chiang Mai city center, this natural experience awaits you at Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden: A pride of the country “Green Heritage”.

Open daily from 8:30 am. – 5:00 pm.

Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden

Box 7 Mae Rim, Chiang Mai 50180

Tel.+66(0)53841234

Fax.+66(0)53298177, +66(0)53299754

E-mail:bgo@qsbg.org www.qsbg.org