Stay happy and healthy with Lèn at Santiburi Koh Samui

By Rama Gaind.

Individual welfare takes on a whole new meaning with more than just relaxation being a pre-requisite. That’s if you visit Santiburi Koh Samui … the luxurious retreat on Koh Samui’s stunning north shore in Thailand.

In fact, the retreat is transforming the concept of wellbeing with the launch of ‘Lèn’, a holistic new concept that allows you to discover your own personal happiness. Based on the Thai word for ‘play’, Lèn lets guests create their own wellness plan, comprising spa treatments, activities and dining.

Happiness goes to the next level with this playful new program to help guests stay happy and healthy. Santiburi believes that wellness doesn’t come solely from the spa or gym – it comes from within. The overall aim of Lèn is to allow everyone to follow personal paths to wellbeing. So be yourself, satisfy your senses and ‘play your own way’!

Lèn comprises five distinct programs – adventure, relax, romance, culture and family – which guests can select depending on their own unique needs. Each journey features three distinct elements: spa treatments, activities and gourmet. Depending on the guest’s mood, Santiburi’s ‘wellbeing ambassadors’ can help guide the daily schedule, suggesting elements designed to enhance the guest’s happiness, which of course is the ultimate goal.

Lèn is an integral part of the local culture. Thai people love to smile, have fun and be happy. Of course, every person achieves contentment in a different way, so Lèn offers a choice of programs to suit the needs of all types of guests, from thrill-seekers to culture ‘vultures’.

For example, the adventure program allows guests to combine exhilarating activities such as scuba diving and windsurfing with a choice of spa treatments, including sports massages, and healthy cuisine such as ‘Buddha bowls’ and smoothies ensuring that guests are kept fit, healthy and active.

Under Lèn’s relax program, yoga sessions and slower-paced water sports are blended with soothing spa treatments and organic breakfasts to help guests achieve a deep sense of inner peace, while the romance program lets partners play together in paradise, with private dinners, sunset cruises and couples’ massages – pure bliss!

The family program helps parents and kids connect with each other through a range of immersive multi-generational activities, such as jungle treks, boat trips, cooking classes and family spa sessions. Santiburi also provides its own take on the time-honoured tradition of the family meal, allowing children to serve themselves and eat as equals.

Finally, Lèn’s culture program showcases the rich heritage of Thailand, with rejuvenating massages, authentic excursions, Muay Thai boxing classes and more, complemented by healthy and delicious Thai cuisine.

Easy-going program

Lèn is all about laid-back wellness; guests can enjoy each activity on their own terms and as part of a relaxing beach holiday, rather than as a strict detox routine or fitness retreat. It is hoped that by following their own bespoke journey, guests will feel healthy and happy in the exquisite tropical surroundings of Koh Samui.

The world over, Thailand is renowned for its ancient massage and spa therapies that offer a wonderful experience to share with loved ones on holiday. Santiburi Spa draws its design inspiration from the ancient capital of Ayutthaya, then adds a whimsical, colourful twist on the tropical island spa experience. This is a tranquil oasis of serenity.

Escape the distraction of daily demands to discover creative freedom surrounded by nature at Santiburi Koh Samui with all the tools you need at your fingertips. Package inclusions are inviting.

Santiburi Koh Samui is a distinctive, elegant luxury escape on the pristine north shore of Koh Samui. Be amazed by 300 meters of private beach with champagne sands kissed by soothing turquoise waters set amid over nine hectares of botanical beauty.

Their offers and promotions meet your need for relaxation, inspire a sense of adventure and create passion for exquisite cuisine, all specially designed for the wellbeing of individuals, couples and families.

State of mind

According to the general manager of Santiburi Koh Samui, Sabine G Lamberts, Santiburi understands that wellness is about more than just physical fitness.

“It is also a state of mind,” she said. “It is no coincidence that Thailand is nicknamed the ‘Land of Smiles’; Thai people believe in enjoying life, having fun and staying happy.”

“The country also has a strong spa culture, a rich culinary heritage and wonderful tropical climate. Lèn combines all these elements to create a series of 360-degree wellness programs. We look forward to helping guests stay, play and achieve their own personal sense of wellbeing here in Koh Samui.”

Each of Lèn’s elements showcases a different part of Santiburi. Lèn was developed by Jennifer Linder, Santiburi’s dedicated wellbeing manager who personally oversees the roll-out and successful integration, in close cooperation with all other resort services. The former director of spa for St Regis in Hawaii and a qualified massage therapist, Jennifer has spent her entire career trying to improve guests’ wellbeing.

Santiburi Koh Samui offers a range of luxurious tropical pool villas, villas and suites that serve as individual havens offering ultimate peace and privacy. The family-friendly resort also boasts an array of leisure and entertainment options with privileged access to the world class Santiburi Samui Country Club’s 18-hole championship golf course. Other facilities include Santiburi Spa, an inviting Kid’s Activity Centre and eco-friendly watersports, such as kayaking, snorkelling and even sailing.

This is a peaceful, happy retreat!

DETAILS BOX

Santiburi Koh Samui

2/12 Moo 1, Maenam Beach, Koh Samui

Surat Thani 84330 Thailand

T: +66 77 425 031

E: [email protected]

W: www.santiburisamui.com