Thailand: Absolute Sanctuary Celebrates 7th Anniversary

To celebrate its 7th anniversary, the Absolute Sanctuary in Koh Samui, Thailand, offers 40% discounts during the months of April and May. The news makes Michael Taylor reminisce about his stay at the resort in 2010.

Thailand: Detox & Rejuvenation, Days Six & Seven

Chaweng is popular with foreign tourists. It is the main drag in Koh Samui, Thailand. The city lacks a modern sewage system.

Thailand: Detox & Rejuvenation: Days Four and Five

Spar treatments and nutritious food are part of the regimen at the Absolute Sanctuary, a holistic health retreat at Koh Samui, Thailand. Detox is also available.

Thailand: Detox & Rejuvenation, Day Two

On day two I decided to skip the detox and eat healthy food at the Love Cafe at the Absolute Sanctuary, a holistic health retreat in Koh Samui, Thailand.

Thailand: Detox & Rejuvenation, My Last Supper?

At the Absolute Sanctuary, I discovered that healthy food doesn't have to be boring. In fact, it can be downright delicious!

Hotel Review: Absolute Sanctuary in Koh Samui Adds Fitness to Detox

Absolute Sanctuary in Koh Samui, Thailand, has always offered yoga, spa, detox, and yummy vegetarian cuisine. It is now adding fitness.

Detox & Rejuvenation: Days Four and Five

I fell into a comfortable routine. I would awake early, stroll over the the Love Cafe, and partake of a healthful breakfast. Because I overextended myself during a hot yoga session on my third day, I had to give up yoga, but I continued with my daily laps for the rest of my stay. Following …

Detox & Rejuvenation: Day Three

My second evening without alcohol and for the second night in a row, I found myself unable to keep my eyes open. Once again I found myself putting my book on my nightstand, falling asleep with the lights on, awakening just before dawn. Was I falling into a comfortable new routine? Following another yummy breakfast, …

Detox & Rejuvenation: Day One

I woke up earlier than expected. After showering and shaving, I headed to the Yoga Centre, where I took part in Pranayama, or meditation, yoga for 30 minutes. I had my first detox drink while waiting for a consultation with a wellness consultant, who conducted a kinesiology priority check, took my blood pressure, and measured …