Golden Years in Koh Samui

Be the best you in your Prime and Golden Years – with help from Absolute Sanctuary, Koh Samui.

Absolute Resort recently unveiled its latest offerings: the Prime Years and Golden Years programs, designed specifically for those aged 50-65 and 65-75, respectively.

Prime Years Program (Ages 50-65):

The Prime Years program has been meticulously crafted to empower individuals in the 50-65 age group, equipping them with the tools to thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally in this new phase of their lives. It sets the stage for a longer, healthier life by addressing the core pillars of wellness.

The program encompasses personalised movement therapies for balance, agility, core strength and flexibility, mindfulness therapies for cognitive wellbeing, emotional therapies for emotional balance, life transitions empowerment sessions and nourishing wellness cuisine.

Golden Years Program (Ages 65-75):

The Golden Years program celebrates the art of aging gracefully by enhancing vitality, promoting overall well-being, and embracing the holistic journey of growing older. Catering to individuals aged 65-75, this program fosters active aging and encourages the extension of healthier years.

It incorporates the same core pillars of wellness found in the Prime Years program while introducing seniors to personalised pilates for spine mobility, aquatherapy for joint health, and private yoga nidra classes for cognitive agility.

These programs have been thoughtfully designed to cater to the distinct needs and aspirations of these important age groups. The mission is clear: to promote active aging and prolong the years of vitality. Both programs seamlessly incorporate Absolute Sanctuary’s foundational principles, offering innovative movement therapies like personalized yoga and Pilates, enriching emotional wellness sessions, holistic spa treatments, carefully curated wellness cuisine, and engaging social activities that foster lifelong connections.

Within these bespoke programs lie Absolute Sanctuary’s latest enhancements – Salt Sanctuary, featuring a Himalayan sea salt wall known for its immune-enhancing and cell-rejuvenating properties—a perfect complement for the wellness journey of this age group. The resort’s unwavering commitment to alleviating inflammation and nurturing cellular rejuvenation among these demographics is evident in a range of innovative massage therapies centred around Moringa, in collaboration with The Moringa Project.

Moringa, also known as the “Drum Stick Tree,” offers a wealth of benefits, including 46 antioxidants, 36 anti-inflammatory compounds, omega-3 fatty acids, essential vitamins, amino acids, and the plant hormone zeatin, which promotes cell growth and protects skin from damage.

The Moringa Project stands as Thailand’s pioneer Moringa farm, dedicated to embracing organic and sustainable practices while bolstering local farming communities. Guests can look forward to experiencing a 60 min Miracle Moringa Body Massage or a 90 min Moringa Top to Toe Journey.

Claire Bostock-Tang, Chief Wellness & Program Specialist at Absolute Sanctuary, expressed, “The global population in the prime and golden years demographic is steadily growing, and our programs aim to empower this group with mobility, strength, cognitive well-being, and mental agility.

“By adopting a holistic approach and incorporating our latest additions in collaboration with The Moringa Project, we aspire to help our guests lead longer, healthier lives. Our partnership with The Moringa Project also reflects our commitment to supporting Thai farming communities and promoting awareness of this native Thai tree through our programs.”

For more information visit absolutesanctuary.com

Aman Nai Lert Bangkok to open in 2024

The Aman Group has announced the opening of its much-anticipated Bangkok hotel is scheduled for the third quarter of 2024.

Following the Group’s successful opening of Aman New York in 2022, Aman Nai Lert Bangkok will continue the group’s mission to bring the Aman DNA of peace, sanctuary, exceptional design, service, and privacy to the world’s finest urban destinations.

Nestled in Nai Lert Park’s expansive tropical gardens Aman Nai Lert Bangkok comprises a 52-suite hotel, inclusive of an expansive Aman Wellness centre, Omakase restaurant, Teppanyaki restaurant and Jazz bar, plus signature Italian dining concept; Arva, as well as 39 Aman branded residences, situated on floors 11 to 36, providing owners and guests with the Aman lifestyle from a lofty sanctuary perched above the city.

Outdoor Infinity Pool

Designed by Jean-Michel Gathy of Denniston, Aman Nai Lert Bangkok combines the group’s signature design aesthetic with traditional Thai influences to draw connection to the local heritage and history of its setting.

Jean-Michel Gathy

The design draws upon the rich tapestry of influences at Nai Lert Park Heritage Home, as well as the intangible energy of the city of Bangkok to create a contemporary urban sanctuary amidst Nai Lert Park’s eight-acre private oasis.

Vlad Doronin, Chairman, CEO and Owner of Aman Group, said: “Aman Nai Lert Bangkok’s forthcoming opening marks another milestone in my long-term strategic vision for Aman Group to bring the unparalleled Aman experience to the world’s finest destinations both urban and remote.

“It has been an excellent experience to work in collaboration with the Nai Lert family who are the owners and custodians of Nai Lert Park and have an unrivalled legacy in Bangkok, and in particular Naphaporn “Lek” Bodiratnangkura who has been instrumental in bringing this project to life.”

Aman Nai Lert Bangkok is located in Nai Lert Park, Bangkok and will open in the third quarter of 2024. Room rates, exact opening dates and booking release dates will be announced in due course.

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