Beauty and wellness Philippines

Adjacent to a resort and a (Japanese) restaurant, close to the beach, this relaxation center is utterly charming and furnished in the local style: wood and bamboo take pride of place for instant soothing. As the name suggests, Japanese-inspired massages are offered here. The place is also popular with tourists from the Land of the Rising Sun. They offer a wide range of discounts. We recommend the signature massage, a combination of Shiatsu and Swedish massage, for maximum relaxation and well-being.

Very relaxing, the place is a veritable temple of Zen attitude. The beautiful spa buildings, adjoining the resort of the same name, are made of natural materials and set in a magnificent garden. Professional masseuses and therapists deliver treatments, massages and scrubs of rare quality. There are several packages on offer, ranging from 1h30 to several hours, with a single objective: to bring absolute relaxation to your body and mind. The establishment has already won numerous awards for the quality of its services.

The Spa has several institutes in the capital, including one at the Shangri-La Plaza, which testifies to the quality and expertise of the establishment. It is said that they offer the best massages in the city, in a very refined atmosphere. You will find all kinds of massages, treatments and scrubs possible: facial, body or feet, dynamic or relaxing, rejuvenating or lymphatic, with hot stones, honey or coffee grounds... It is a true haven of peace for a relaxing interlude.

Massages proposed by Ms Dawn: Swedish, Thai, therapeutic and acupuncture.

This is the relaxation institute that El Nido has been missing. In an idyllic setting, with a view of the sea and the sound of the waves that soothes, we let ourselves go for an hour or more of pure relaxation. A wide selection of massages and treatments is offered (we recommend the Filipino massage with banana leaves) at prices that are truly unbeatable and for services that are as good as, or even better than, those offered in large European institutes. This is far from always being the case in the Philippines. Ideal at the end of the day.

Excellent massage! The masseuses are adorable, you're greeted with a smile, and the massage rooms are cocooning, clean and softly lit. It's time to plunge into a bubble of relaxation for 1 hour or more. Just the thing to unwind before a long flight and the fateful return to reality. The massage is of excellent quality, you ask for the pressure you want, and the masseuses have undergone real training, and it shows. We recommend it.

Perched on a hill overlooking the sea, Tirta Spa is set in an idyllic, almost enchanted setting. The spa itself is just as exquisite, with its tasteful Balinese decor featuring teak materials, objects from the four corners of Asia and Buddha statues - all is calm, tranquility and relaxation. The many massages, treatments, scrubs and masks are all of the highest quality and so relaxing. The value for money is very good by Western standards. A little corner of paradise!

The story of this yoga school is a philosophical one. Mata Shala began life as the yoga club of the Lotus Shores resort, which also included the excellent Kali Ma Café restaurant. The whole complex was a veritable temple of well-being. In December 2021, everything was destroyed by the passage of super typhoon Odette. Since then, the team has devoted itself to rebuilding the employees' homes and educating the children. The future of the complex is still uncertain, but yoga classes are held every day and the teachers are great.

After spending the day diving in Panglao's sublime seabed, or criss-crossing Bohol's roads between waterfalls, forests and the Chocolate Hills, you've earned a little moment of relaxation and comfort, haven't you? If so, Getaway Spa, a stone's throw from Alona Beach, is a great address! The masseuses are friendly and professional, the place is clean and the prices are ridiculous compared to the quality of the services. Thai, hot stone, cupping, back or foot massage... The hardest part is choosing!

The I'M Onsen Spa is the largest relaxation institute in Manila, spread over 6 floors within the I'M Hotel. It promises a total relaxation and wellness experience, at a very affordable price compared to the quality of the services offered. There are a multitude of treatments and massages, and you can even choose the type of cabin (couple's suite, VIP, etc.) that you want. Access to the hammam, the sauna and the Onsen baths, the only ones in Manila, renowned for their therapeutic properties. Various packages with meals are available.

After surfing, yoga is perhaps Siargao's second most popular activity. Many resorts offer yoga-oriented packages. Soul Tribe is one of them. Its natural setting by the sea is ideal for relaxation and meditation. Yoga classes are held on the second floor of a large traditional hut, to the sound of the waves. Open to all, every day. The villas are sublime and the restaurant very good, not to mention the massages! The perfect place to recharge your body and soul.