YOLO Journal Issue 12 - Flipbook - Page 93
CHIVA SOM,
THAILAND
“Chiva Som might have
been the first health spa
we ever stayed at, in 1999.
It was founded by Thailand’s
Ministry of Health. We were
prescribed acupuncture,
Pilates, and yoga; daily
Thai massage improved our
flexibility and organ function.
We piled our plates high with
organic food and still lost
weight, as there’s no added
sugar or fat. The pool is a
lovely oasis with water lilies
floating in it—we still dream
of sleeping in one of their
beautiful pavilions.”
—Inez van Lamsweerde
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