International spa experiences in the Lion City: The Yurt Mongolian Spa, Ayuthaya - The Royal Thai Spa & Auriga Spa Enjoy an international spa experience, right here in Singapore...

The Yurt Mongolian Spa on Sentosa provides a full range of Mongolian-inspired spa treatments - some in the privacy of a traditional yurt (Mongolian tent). Ancient acupressure techniques, warmed crystals and "silver bowl" detoxification are all incorporated into massages, while facials focus on oxygen replenishment. For the ultimate in luxury, book a treatment conducted by two therapists or perhaps enjoy the unique sensation of the gua sha - a curved implement made from ox horn, used to deliver light pressure in just the right place. Amara Sanctuary Resort, 1 Larkhill Road, Sentosa. Tel: 6825 3888, www.theyurtspa.com
     Following the success of its spas within Gallery Hotel and Pan Pacific Orchard, Ayuthaya - The Royal Thai Spa recently opened a third outlet, in the CBD. Located in a renovated shophouse decorated with historic and pictorial images of Thailand, Ayuthaya is the only spa in Singapore to promise a truly authentic Thai pampering experience. Thai trained and qualified therapists deliver a wide range of rejuvenating treatments, including the Four-Hand Golden massage ($188 to $228). Relax as pure gold leaf suspended in pure aromatherapy oil is applied by two therapists using a synchronised massage technique. Pure bliss! Other treatments include Thai massage, aroma oil massage, body scrubs using Thai herbs, herbal heat compresses and steam therapies, facials and manicure and pedicure. www.ayuthayaspa.com CITY 182 Telok Ayer Street. Tel: 6223 9180. ORCHARD 10 Claymore Road, Level 4, Pan Pacific Orchard. Tel: 6238 8227. RIVER VALLEY 1 Nanson Road, #02-11 Gallery Hotel. Tel: 6736 0998.
     Auriga Spa is Singapore's only spa to be named one of the worldwide Five-Star Spa Award winners by Forbes Travel Guide. Judges cited this Spa's high level of customer care and its exceptional range of facilities as the "x factor" which gave it a winning edge over its peers. Using 100 percent organic products by The Organic Pharmacy, opt for the Beauty Inside And Out half-day package ($500) inclusive of body exfoliation or body wrap, anti-aging firming body massage, collagen-boosting facial and express manicure and pedicure. 1 The Knolls, Sentosa. Tel: 6591 5023, www.capellahotels.com/singapore

Posted on Oct 2011