Throughout the past week, we’ve shared insights regarding the benefits a stay at Chiva-Som Hua Hin could have on one’s physical and mental health.
Over several days, Travel Daily Media chief executive Gary Marshall shared his insights on his own personal experience at the resort, detailing both the pleasure of being there as well as the benefits offered by the various modalities and treatments on offer.
As Gary himself puts it: “A stay at Chiva-Som Hua Hin is something I would recommend to everyone, from those in need of a respite from the stressful tedium of everyday life to those who need guided experiences for recovery or athletic conditioning."
That said, the final installment of our series on Chiva-Som Hua Hin offers several tips with which those planning a stay, short or long, can take advantage of for a more meaningful wellness escape.
Pointers for a healthful getaway
- Go for the consultations when you get there Individual health and wellness assessments are included with every stay package, but the total physical analysis and skin consultation are optional. We recommend, however, that you make it a point to avail of these as findings can go a long way when it comes to devising your personal treatment or wellness plan;
- Be candid with your wellness advisor Whether you’re going in for the standard assessments or add in the more specialised consultations, make it a point to be upfront with your wellness advisor. For this reason, be ready to share diagnostic information from your physician if necessary, or show them the standard workout plan you follow with your personal trainer back home;
- Attend your treatments and workouts as scheduled We know you’ve booked yourself a getaway, but remember that you also booked this as a way of getting your systems back in sync. Make it a point to be there for your treatments, especially those involving physical therapy or cranial/stress relief. Likewise, keeping to mandated workout schedules ensures that your body becomes accustomed to a new or revised regimen; and
- Ask for a workout or wellness plan you can follow when you get home Often, it is far too easy to forget the routines you had whilst on vacation no matter how good these are for your overall wellness. Be sure to bring a bit of the Chiva-Som experience back home by asking your wellness advisor or fitness trainer as to how to manage workouts when you’re back on your own or with your regular exercise coach. This also applies to nutrition, so have a talk with the on-site nutritionist on how best to follow your diet when the trip is over.
Surround yourself with the wellness-boosting power of nature
The beauty of Chiva-Som Hua Hin is that it is located in a natural paradise which has its own way of giving guests a healthily relaxing experience.
- Breathe deep We mentioned in one of the first articles in the series that breathing salt air at the coastline offers a variety of health benefits, including improved skin and respiratory health, as well as calming stressed-out minds. Chiva-Som Hua Hin’s refreshing atmosphere ensures that guests make the most out of the experience. Plus, for those in need of guided stress relief and relaxation, the aromatherapy solutions offered by the resort run the gamut of essential oils that have been used in the traditional practice of ensuring wellness for generations;
- Go for a walk in nature The Japanese concept of shinrin-yoku or forest bathing is one that is in practice at Chiva-Som Hua Hin. The resort actively talks about its initiatives in sustainability and offers guests the additional experience of touring through its own mangrove forests where they can learn more about its conservation efforts. If trekking through the forest isn’t your thing, a walk on the beach or taking part in watersports also helps;
- Ask about how you can live more sustainably As stated above, sustainability is one of Chiva-Som Hua Hin’s core values and is something it wishes to impart to its guests. Have a go at it yourself by looking in on the resorts’ initiatives in organic farming and farm-to-table gastronomy. Doing so enables you to pick up a variety of pointers with which to start your own sustainability journey;
- Turn off your tech Before we forget, some areas of the resort are no-phone zones. Besides, you’re at Chiva-Som to relax, unwind, and recover from the rigours of daily existence. Switching off your devices also means that you get to experience the amenities offered more deeply, enabling you to enjoy your stay in a more thorough manner; and
- Bring the organic experience home Make it a point to look in on the resort’s boutique for a variety of items that will let you bring the island experience home. With products ranging from its own line of organic skincare solutions to a range of tasty treats made with the most wholesome ingredients, the boutique is a great way to bring Chiva-Som’s best into your everyday life.
For more information regarding the services, amenities, and accommodations at Chiva-Som Hua Hin, be sure to visit their official website.
