Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

Ask specifically for a therapist. That's the most important tip I can give you. Liz is known for her deep tissue massage, and one traveler who spent two weeks in Kanchanaburi went to her almost daily to relieve his hip and back pain. He said it was painful at times, but effective. Nang is also frequently recommended, and the older woman, who offers 90-minute oil massages, is praised for asking how much pressure you want and then actually applying the desired amount.

The room itself is described as clean and quiet, and you generally feel treated like a person and not just a number. Prices are said to be reasonable, however, no price list is published, so it's best to ask when booking.

Things don't always run smoothly. One couple's oil massage was interrupted three times because the therapist was on the phone, and a second session at the same appointment was rushed due to a miscalculation of the timing. Oil massages can also veer towards Thai massage if you don't clearly communicate your wishes. Therefore, be precise from the start, and these problems can most likely be avoided.