Sawadhee Traditional Thai Spa, a spa destination that has been ranked second by Tripadvisor lends the feel of a much needed oasis right in the capital. Beset in greenery with the zen of a Buddha statue and Thai figurines welcoming you along with the pleasant staff, it is the perfect place to surrender yourself.
Spanning an area of 5,000 sq ft, it is the biggest stand alone Day-spa in Delhi. What sets it apart is that it doesn’t just proclaim to be a Thai spa like a lot of spas out there, but has all the wherewithal of one. With trained therapists straight from Thailand, special oils and steamed herbal pouches, you feel like you are getting the best Thai treatment right here in the city. The steamed pouches are made up of medicinal herbs usually consisting of kaffir leaves, patchouli, ginger, turmeric, lime grass apart from others. The massage is a blend of aromatherapy, acupressure, muscle and connective tissue massage with Shiatsu techniques. The pouches are placed on the body after the massage to further relieve any stiff muscles or stress. Warm massages have been known traditionally to help banish any stress, anxiety or insomnia and can be experienced in any season.
According to the owner Vibha Khanna Rastogi, “We have various massages and body scrubs for different purposes. We personalize the massages to suit the client. Our expert therapists mix the specially formulated oils from the wide range to best fit a client.” With summer season almost here, the Jasmine orange massage and Vanilla chai scrub are all the rage. The cold compressed jasmine oil is mixed with orange essence, almond oil, olive oil and sesame oil for the cooling yet soothing effect. It is a luxurious blend that helps alleviate any sign of stress. It also leaves the skin glowing. In fact the Jasmine sugar scrub too is a bit hit with its refreshing properties that stimulate every cell and soften the skin.
The Vanilla chai scrub is recommended for those looking for something deeply hydrating. With actual tea leaves blended with vanilla essential oils and other important ingredients, it is perfect for men and women looking to shine their brightest this summer.
In the regal yet functional interiors with wood finish, It is easy to relax and let go with the fragrant aromas of the oil wafting through and the bliss of having every muscle kneaded and stretched by the skilled therapist.
After a good steam and an optional Jacuzzi to soak in, the session is ended with a warm herbal tea to set you in complete harmony.
This maybe just the thing you need to resurrect your body and soul in the humdrum of everyday activity and combat the vagaries of nature.