Incredible Healers. Certified Organic Therapies. Celebrity-endorsed oxygen facials and Moet & Manicure getaways - Karma Spa by Karma Resorts represents a new genre in holistic travel and spa culture.

Karma Resorts is an expanding portfolio of boutique villa resorts and residences in some of the most desirable destinations in the world -nand each boasts its very own Karma Spa wellness facility.

The Karma Spa brand is at vanguard of the 21st century spa experience, offering treatments that go far beyond mere rubdowns. These are soulful encounters that draw upon ancient traditions from Ayurveda to Reiki, Reflexology to Thai massage, as well as bringing guests the latest technological advances in wellness.

Karma Spa's bodyworker's have all received extensive training in a range of modalities including various massage techniques, Level One Reiki and Manicure & Pedicure treatments of the highest international standards. Add to this the fact that by the end of 2010, Karma Spa will be an entirely chemical free environment, dedicated to organic materials and products, and you have an approach to wellness that is both comprehensive and reassuringly pure.

"Karma Spas represents the entire wellness sector of Karma Resorts worldwide," says John Spence, Chairman of Karma Resorts. "We combine all that one would expect to find at a top 5 star Asian spa, along with many things one would not; such as health, fitness and beauty programmes led by international sportspeople, star make-up artists and celebrated healers. Our focus is to deliver holistic and transformative experiences to our guests."

Treatments unique to Karma include the 'Bespoke Massage,' possibly one of the world's first personalized spa experiences. Based on the philosophy that every day is different and every body is unique, co-create you own massage with our spa concierge. Need more attention on your back and neck area? Or is a soothing facial with therapeutic foot and leg work all that your heart desires? The Bespoke Massage is tailored just for you.

Retreats are integral to Karma Spa. Utilizing an expansive network of acclaimed yogis, personal growth practitioners, healers, fitness instructors and facilitators, Karma Spa can create the ideal experience for you and friends. Regular happenings include our personalized 'Moet & Manicures', the ultimate short getaway that marries wellness with a touch of decadence in the most conducive atmosphere imaginable. Upcoming retreats include our in-residence 'Soul & Shaman Healing Journey' in September and 'Zen Facialist to the Stars' in October. In the meantime, guests can indulge in an array of rituals include Pinot & Pedicures for men and Oxygen Infusions Facials, endorsed by such esteemed individuals as Madonna, Eva Longoria and Justin Timberlake as well as 'Pinot & Pedicures' for men. After all, pleasure must also be part of the cure.

Product-wise, Karma Spa launches Phase 1 of its retail collection - made from Asian herbs, spices and oils - all organic and completely paraben and petrochemical-free. Each collection is beautifully packaged in handcrafted , delicately decorated boxes to reflect the beauty and diversity of South East Asia. Just some of the products include organic rosehip glow facial oil, Himalayan crystal salt scrubs and aloe & marine hydration gels.

Our Spas ...

Karma Spa at Karma Kandara, offers a boutique menu of curative sessions that can be experienced in-villa or at our sublime cliff-hanging spa facility gazing out at the Indian ocean. Guests are first welcomed at our tranquil reception lounge, the access point for Karma Spa's intimate treatment spaces. Signature rituals such as our 'Himalayan Crystal Healing Journey' and 'Detox, Sea Salt & Oil' are offered in the white stone temple steam & scrub room. The centerpiece, an open-air platform, where sunrise yoga and sunset massages are performed, features an infrared detox sauna and an open air Himalayan crystal salt pool that seems to spill over the edge of the cliff.

Meanwhile, the ocean-facing bale offers wholesome, deep tissue, back-to-earth style massages. Come sundown, core strength yoga sessions are offered at the Temple Lounge. Experiences include sessions by a Balinese Reiki Masters while by nigh, guests can regenerate in a warmed saltwater sanctuary under the star-filled sky.

Karma Spa at Karma Jimbaran is accessed by a stately pathway that meanders through the vivid tropical flora and cool lush grounds of this trailblazing resort. Enter the dedicated spa facility and you find yourself in a dreamy environment featuring glossy black timber floors, diaphanous fabrics and batik furnishings. The sound of flowing water and carefully selected ambient music will lull you into a state of restfulness before your treatment has even begun.

Facilities here include natural stone bath zones that open to the sky, where Balinese and Japanese bathing rituals are bestowed. And for the lovers, there is a couple's therapy space with attached steam room and dedicated manicure & pedicure area. Memorable experiences include the 'Soul 'eflexology Session' and 'Organic Rosehip Glow Facial' - all delivered by Karma's exceptional therapists.

Karma Spa at Karma Samui offers a select menu of unique curatives during from a range of healing traditions from Thailand, Indonesia, India and other parts of the Asia Pacific region. Enjoy treatments in the privacy of your own villa or at a dedicated spa facility just a breath away from the waters of the gulf of Thailand.

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