Nestled amidst a rare green belt along the bustling Delhi
Gurgaon highway, a subtle purple billboard often caught my eye. I knew it was a
relatively new hotel called Dusit Devarana. This purple billboard often
distracted me, lured me from far.
Some days I would start looking for it after
crossing the Gurgaon toll, for it meant I was half way home. It captured my imagination. Almost as effectively as a discreet dance
school billboard captured Richard Gere’s imagination on his way back from work
every day in ‘Shall We Dance’. The message of that movie was beautiful.
Sometimes in the rigmarole of eking out a perfect life, we often forget the
essence of life itself. Everything is routine, mundane, bound in time and
space, monitored, partitioned and well structured. A little change, a pleasant
deviation, a break in monotony can bring new meaning to life.
Long drives to work, busy days, endless deadlines sometimes
take their toll on us. That is the time when you want some change. A space
where you can unwind and let go of your inhibitions and anxieties completely. A
place where time stands still.
Devarana, as
translated in Thai means a 'garden in heaven'. The Dusit Devarana, New Delhi
has actually translated it into a reality. Devarana Spa, though owes its
lineage to the age old traditions of 'Thai', now offers Spa cuisines across the
world. Inspired by their warmth, age old treatments, internationally trained
expert 'hands', it promises not just to treat your body and mind, but help you
calm your soul.
The Devarana Spa is nestled amongst the quietude of water
bodies, has extensive outdoor treatment areas including the yoga pavilion, a
unique glass house fitness centre, Thai pavilion and sand beds. Four indoor
treatments suites with private verandahs house the signature treatments. The
suites are imaginatively names Mehrunisa, Nurjehan, Arjumand and so on.
The treatments are
based on natural products. Be it the herbal oils, pastes and scrubs, for which
extensive research, time and money was invested by the Devarana brand to
perfect, over the last decade. The magic, though, is delivered by the expert
hands of internationally cross trained therapists.
Although the Spa
Menu is rather extensive and Hamam is their speciality, I tried the Devarana
Signature Massage (90
mins).
Exclusive to
Devarana Spa, this unique massage combines strong pressures of Thai, Ayurveda
and Shiatsu techniques with Swedish and Aromatherapy influences for the
ultimate soothing and pampering experience. The signature massage comes
together with a bowl of hot water with freshly sliced kaffir lime and orange
for respiratory clearing.
The Spa Director,
Puja Bhasin is passionate about educating the guests about the best treatments
suited to them. She listens unhurriedly to my specific issues regarding my health and does an analysis of my needs. She recommends, starting the therapy with steam rather than the
other way round. The reason is to warm up the body in such a way that the
absorption of the oils is maximum and relaxation is enhanced.
The luxurious room
transports me to some other century when royalty basked in the ancient beauty
rituals of yore. My therapist is very professional and deft at her craft.
Vigorously and laboriously, she cajoles the frayed senses and stressed muscles
into a state of complete relaxation. I
feel light as a feather and my skin definitely feels supple and pampered. It is
an indulgence I am sure to savour again, whenever the time permits.
The ambience of the
spa plays a major role in enhancing this experience. Dusit Devarana Spa stakes
you so close to nature that you feel cosseted in a cosy cocoon of mother Earth.
The elements of nature are all around, the tranquil gurgling of water, the
trees swaying against a clear blue sky, the undulating landscape builds a
certain aura around that transports you into a state of wellness and well being.
The Heavenly Nantha
Garden Experience (2.5 hours) is also very popular.
In the work of
ancient Thai literature called Tribhumphraruang, Nantha was described as a garden situated at Heaven's gate, with
magical flowers and herbs. Devarana Spa's signature treatment brings the divine
Nantha Garden to life by mixing fresh tropical pink lotus and champaca with
aromatic blends of ylang ylang and jasmine to create a truly heavenly
experience. With the essence of four flowers, this soothing treatment comforts
your skin and uplifts your mind through the Devarana Bath and Devarana Body
Scrub. Complete the unforgettable rejuvenation with the Devarana Massage.
Another trend that
has really caught on is the Turkish Hamam that is the epitome of opulent
pampering. A Hamam is traditionally a Turkish bath on a heated bed/platform
made of marble on top of which the massage is given and various beautifying
treatments are added. You can start with a fantastic workout at the gym that
lets you see the clear skies through its all glass walls, followed by a Spa
therapy suited to your needs.
So what are you
waiting for? Indulge and discover the inherent royal in you, embrace your regal
side and sample the Devarana Spa for a truly memorable experience.
For reservations:
Dusit Devarana New Delhi
Samalkha, NH-8, New Delhi 110037
Tel +(91) 11 33552211, +(91) 11 2566 0666 | Fax +(91) 11 30158555
Email info@devarana.in
Samalkha, NH-8, New Delhi 110037
Tel +(91) 11 33552211, +(91) 11 2566 0666 | Fax +(91) 11 30158555
Email info@devarana.in
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