Just a decade ago, only a handful of people knew exactly what a “spa” was, and even fewer had enjoyed first-hand experience. Today, spas have become the talk of the global village. Thousands of places have been springing up all over the world offering “spa” facilities in response to the demand.

Thailand has been on the cutting edge of this trend. With its tradition of natural healing arts such as ancient Thai massage, natural springs, an abundance of medicinal flora and a deserved reputation for excellent service, Thailand was ready to accommodate the demand and literally hundreds of spas have sprung up over the past few years.

Whether you are a spa veteran, or thinking of venturing into the world of spas for the first time, it is important to have a little background knowledge about all the things a spa vacation can be. There are endless types of treatments and special programs plus varying levels of luxury, price and value. We’ve provided the basics here along with listings of the best spa values in Thailand.

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Spas in Thailand - An introduction to Spas in Thailand; a good start for newcomers:

A Man at the Spa - Is spa good for men, find it out what here
Spa Glossary - a list of spa-related terms, from treatments to products

Spa Treatments - Various types of treatments common in Thailand:
Massage - Thai massage, Swedish massage, Ayuravedic massage, etc.
Hydrotherapy
Other Treatments - Mud, Mineral Springs, Aromatherapy and Thalassotherapy.

Popular Spa Programs - people go to a spa for various reasons; here are some of the most popular ones:
Slimming - weight reduction and firming
Cleansing/detoxifying
Relaxation/anti-stress
Rejuvenation or anti-aging

Spa Types - A directory of Spas and health-related services in Thailand:
Destination Spas - Chivasom
Hotel/Resort Spas - Aspara Spa, Mandara Spa, Oriental Spa, and other spa resorts in Thailand
Day Spas - Pirom Spa, Being Spa
Health Retreats - other non-spa service relating to health improvements
Massage Center - as you might guess, massage centers are dedicated only to administering massages