Koh Samui, Thailand, July 20, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa is hosting a series of retreats this autumn. Each retreat is led by experienced wellness experts and has been developed in collaboration with the retreat leaders, who share Kamalaya's philosophy of holistic well-being and combine life-enriching insights with tailored therapies.

At the legendary Kamalaya wellness retreat, individual well-being takes center stage. The retreats are intimate, limited to a maximum of 12 participants, and led by internationally renowned experts. Each retreat offers the perfect setting amidst nature, where guests can delve into specific topics and benefit from a network of like-minded individuals.

The two group retreats are ideal for guests who desire individual support and expert guidance in a nurturing environment. The dates for the two group retreats in September and October have been announced:

• Finding Emotional Balance and Freedom: September 1–7, 2022 (6 nights/7 days) • Yin & Yang Yoga Intensive Course: October 6–10, 2022 (4 nights/5 days)

“There is a special energy when you do something with others, and this dynamic life force is harnessed through our series of retreats, each individually designed to enhance the well-being of our guests,” said Karina Stewart, founder and Chief Wellness Officer of Kamalaya Koh Samui.

Finding emotional balance and freedom: Group retreat with the life mentors of Kamalaya, September 1-7, 2022 (6 nights/7 days)

Kamalaya's experienced mentors guide participants on an inner journey to release limiting, hindering, and harmful emotions and perceptions, and instead develop open thinking and adopt positive habits that enrich mind and body. The focus is particularly on increasing emotional and perceptual flexibility.

This retreat for emotional balance and freedom includes a combination of intimate group sessions in the morning and afternoon, group discussions and meditation exercises, as well as an individual 90-minute mentoring session to address each participant's specific goals and needs. Five holistic treatments complement the retreat experience: Vital Essence Oil Massage, traditional Asian hand massage, traditional Asian foot massage, Indian head massage, and Chi Nei Tsang abdominal massage.

Kamalaya's dedicated life mentors, Sujay Seshadri, Krishna Raj, and Srinivas Bhat, each lived in Indian monasteries for over a decade, immersing themselves in ancient Asian philosophies. Their unique teaching and mentoring styles have helped people worldwide embrace and manage their emotions. Together, the Kamalaya life mentors lead this seven-day retreat, guiding participants on their path to inner balance and freedom. They foster personal insights and support participants in responding to change and navigating the challenges of daily life.

"Finding Emotional Balance & Freedom" is a six- or seven-day retreat with prices starting from 258,270 THB for double occupancy in a room with a hill view. The price includes three meals a day, daily retreat sessions, and treatments such as Vital Essence Oil Massage, traditional Asian hand massage, traditional Asian foot massage, Indian head massage, and Chi Nei Tsang abdominal massage.

Yin & Yang Yoga Intensive Course, Group Retreat with Simon Low, October 6-10, 2022 (4 nights/5 days)

Simon Low, the world's leading Yin and Yang yoga expert, consultant, and teacher, leads this intensive retreat, where he conveys the principles of Yin and Yang yoga through theory and practice. Suitable for all experience levels, the retreat offers participants support on their yoga journey and inspiration to cultivate a deeper connection with themselves.

The retreat includes three 2.5-hour morning and afternoon sessions, allowing for individual attention and personal adjustments to alignment and postures to deepen your yoga experience. Three holistic Asian massage therapies – Royal Ayurvedic Massage, Vital Essence Oil Massage, and Traditional Thai Massage – are also included to nourish, regenerate, and revitalize you.

Simon Low, head of the Yoga Academy and co-founder of Triyoga in London, integrates his studies in Qi Gong, psychology, pranayama, and Taoism into his unique yoga style. His teaching is based on the core principles of yoga, breathing exercises, and correct alignment.

Kamalaya's Yin & Yang Yoga Immersion, from October 6th to 10th, 2022, is a four-day retreat with four overnight stays. Prices start at 181,915 THB per person in a double room with hill views and include all meals, daily yoga sessions, a Royal Ayurveda Massage, a Vital Essence Oil Massage, and a traditional Thai massage.

Participants in a Kamalaya retreat can enjoy the full Kamalaya program, including complimentary daily holistic fitness activities and Kamalaya's recreational facilities, such as swimming pools, steam rooms, and a fitness center. They also receive a 20 percent discount on additional wellness treatments.

With expansive outdoor areas, al fresco dining, lush tropical vegetation, babbling brooks, a 250-meter private beach, and a cave that once served as a meditation space for Buddhist monks, Kamalaya's location is an integral part of the guest experience. Since opening as a health retreat in 2005, Kamalaya has offered enriching wellness programs that blend Eastern and Western healing therapies, making it one of the world's leading destinations for those seeking to enhance their health and well-being.

For more information about Kamalaya and these retreats, please visit: kamalaya.com

• The group retreat “Finding Emotional Balance & Freedom” takes place from September 1st to 7th, 2022 (6 nights/7 days). Prices start at 142,635 THB in a single room and 258,270 THB in a double room with a hill view. • The group retreat “Yin & Yang Yoga Intensive Course” takes place from October 6th to 10th, 2022 (4 nights/5 days). Prices start at 99,958 THB in a single room and 181,915 THB in a double room with a hill view. • The price includes three meals per person, drinks, and the treatments listed. • For direct bookings, please call +66 (0) 77 429 800.

About Kamalaya: The Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary & Holistic Spa is a multi-award-winning wellness retreat on the south coast of Koh Samui, Thailand. Founded in 2005 by John and Karina Stewart, Kamalaya offers a holistic wellness experience that helps people reach their full potential and achieve optimal well-being. It integrates healing therapies from both East and West, including individually tailored programs focusing on detoxification, relaxation and regeneration, gut health, sleep improvement, yoga, change processes, and resilience and immunity.