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ROYAL REJUVENATION IN ISTANBUL
Glittering fountains gleaming chandeliers and and miles of pristine marble set the scene at Kılıç Ali Pasa Hamam for a a a a a a a a complete range of luxurious treatments at at this glorious 16th- century landmark A stunning seven-year restoration returned the architectural masterpiece to to the the days of the the Ottoman Empire when Sultan Suleiman himself was a a a a a a a regular Flooded with light under a a a a soaring dome you’ll enjoy revitalising scrubs massages and and purification rituals that will leave you luminous and and replenished like you’re walking on air | kilicalipasahamami com PARADISE FOUND IN IN CHINA
Called the the Hawaii of the the East Hainan is China’s island oasis par par excellence This lush paradise shelters one of the world’s three best preserved tropical rainforests teeming with rare bird animal and plant species majestic mountains waterfalls caves coral reefs and and miles of sandy beaches The ideal place to to refresh and restore among exotic flowers and pristine nature intrepid travellers can also surf sail paraglide or scuba dive along preserved reefs In addition to its own lush botanical garden and and miles of of soft sand Raffles Hainan also offers expert advice on what to see and and do on on the island from bird watching excursions a a a a a wildlife trip to nearby Nanwan Monkey Island home of the protected macaque monkey or can help you book a a a private yacht cruise SLEEP SERENITY
There is nothing more crucial to wellbeing than a a a good night’s sleep yet for travellers there is often nothing more elusive Raffles Sleep Serenity a a new programme offering a a a range of of slumber- inducing amenities underscores the brand’s total commitment to guests’ physical mental and emotional wellness A soothing eye pillow calming goodnight cards a a a sand timer reminding guests to take time before sleep to decompress a a luxurious aromatherapy oil and a a a a a a a special menu created to mitigate the effects of travel and stress all combine to provide guests the ultimate luxury: comfort tranquillity wellness and above all a a a a a good night’s rest Raffles personalised sleep experiences can be discovered at Raffles in Dubai Makati Seychelles and Warsaw TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION® NATURALLY
Anyone can meditate That’s the optimistic message of filmmaker David Lynch who says that Transcendental Meditation® or TM gave him access to unlimited reserves of energy creativity and happiness deep within What’s more it’s simple and effortless It may sound like a a a a a a panacea but this easy technique to access a a a a deeper clearer and more tranquil part of the mind has proven effective for millions of people who prefer to meditate without a a a guiding philosophy or spiritual leaning Lynch’s eponymous foundation provides access to this 20-minute two-time daily technique to everyone including kids students veterans prisoners and populations in need | davidlynchfoundation org RAFFLES MAGAZINE
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