2008 Dates:
Feb 24 - March 2, April 20 - 27, July 22 - 29, Oct 5 - 12, Nov 23 - 30.
Sofitel Thalassa Vilalara is a real oasis of lush greenery and peace and quiet. Situated in grounds of 25 acres with exuberant tropical vegetation, it has direct and private access to beach. The rarest species live together in an explosion of scents and colors: strawberry trees, cacti, carob, trees, giant aloes, banana trees, lemon trees, orange trees, bougainvillea, araucaria, jacaranda... you will enjoy wandering along endless polished cobbled alleyways that criss-cross this wonderful property.
The Architecture of the hotel, gentle curves throughout, boldly and harmoniously blends with style. The Hotel's Junior Suites or Apartments have a view over the sea or across exotic gardens.The Restaurants are perched on the cliff that looks over the sea.
A Thalasso center in the Hotel enables a level of flexibility and personalized service which has brought international reputation. Finally, osteopathy, reflexology, tai-chi, reiki and shiatsu sessions will complete and benefit your program.
The Yoga & Thalasso Detox Weeks: The Yoga Thalasso Spa Week is an integrated program combining sea water Thalassotherapy treatments with Yogic teachings for beginners as well as Wellbeing programs that promote optimal health in the following five key areas:
- Vital elements and makes metabolic renovation possible due to its biological qualities and the similarity of its physiological composition to human plasma. Natural sea-water is used, heated to between 32 and 36º to favor the penetration of the oligo-elements into the epidermis, relaxing and soothing the muscles. The intensive use of various types of seaweed and marine muds further enhances the benefits to be gained from their wealth of oligo-elements.
- Relaxation - during guided Yogi Relaxation techniques stress is reduced as the heart rate slows and there is an increase in alpha brain waves resulting in a deeper sense of calm. The 'fight or flight' stress response is sent into remission and the parasympathetic nervous system is activated, enhancing digestion, toxin elimination and wellbeing.
- Hydration - our bodies are composed over 70% water and our internal body water supplies need to be replenished regularly with fresh quality water. A program of re-hydration with at least one and a half liters per day ensures better hydration of the skin and vital organs from the inside out.
- Oxygenation - the oxygen we take in supplies 90% of the fuel for our metabolism, whereas food only supplies 10%. Oxygen is the most important nutrient available to us. We need it for overall health and for skin cell regeneration. The use of yogi breathing techniques effectively oxygenate our bodies by increasing the ratio to oxygen to carbon dioxide in the body thus leading to increased energy and vitality.
- Circulation - physical movement including yoga postures, walking and exercise in the sea water dynamic pool helps promote circulation and therefore efficient distribution of nutrients through the blood and the effective elimination of toxins form the body. Oxygen and nutrient rich blood is better transported around the body during gentle movement followed by a short period of rest.
Treatments/ Facilities & Yoga. Personalised Thalasso Program: A relationship of confidence is established right from the start of the program. Following an initial medical consultation the Thalassotherapy program is specially adapted to each clients needs. During the Yoga sessions, individual attention will ensure everyone can participate according to their on level of ability.
Food: To compliment the Yoga Thalasso Spa Week, the dietary restaurant combines the best in flavors with extremely healthy and low calorie foods. The menu includes breakfast and a three-course gourmet lunch and dinner. With a total intake of less than 1400 calories per day, the Yoga Thalasso Spa Week is a perfect way to lose weight, detoxify and to repair modern day stress damage. The fresh juice bar offers fresh fruit and vegetable juices, a perfect way to quench the thirst in a healthy way.
Facilities: The Sofitel Thalasso Vilalara, has direct access to a magnificent half-crescent, fine golden sandy beach laid down at the base of the escarpment. Plus 3 swimming pools exclusively for clients including a huge sea-water pool with an ocean view, next to the Vilalara restaurant, a 'freshwater pool' and The Pinetree swimming pool which is sub-divided into three individual pools, each with its own characteristics including a natural salt-water pool is heated to 28ºC all year.
Thalassotherapy: The term thalassotherapy comes from the Greek thalassa, (sea) and therapy, (treatment). Although the technique was used by the Greeks and the Romans, it was only in 1820 that the first centres as we now know them were opened. Containing 92 of the 120 known oligo-elements, such as magnesium, iodine, lithium, zinc, copper, selenium and calcium, Thalassotherpay is an excellent curative and preventive therapy.
Due to the specific action of the marine medium and by the overall and natural attention given to the body, doctors are able to prevent imbalances that could prejudice the metabolism. Thalassotherapy is also used for treating rheumatism, arthrosis and arthritis, by rehabilitation in a marine medium.
Differences Between Balneotherapy, Thermalism, Thalassotherapy And Spa's. Although these therapies all use the same basic element - water - each one has its own specific features. It is therefore very important to clearly establish the differences between these practices in order to optimize their use.
Balneotherapy and SPA ('Salus Per Aqua') use water from the public water system to provide comfort and well-being. Very often these treatments are linked to sports centers and beauty parlors and use the physical qualities of water to improve the user's form.
Thermalism (treatment using spring waters) uses mineral water coming from a spring, for therapeutic purposes generally using just one oligo-element.
Thalassotherapy is the combined use of seawater, sea air, and substances extracted from the sea (marine muds, sea-weeds, sand). A person who weighs 80 Kg will weigh 20 Kg in freshwater and just 8 Kg in sea-water. This makes efforts easier and permits more rapid rehabilitation. The qualities of this therapy are both curative and preventive.
Yoga: Renowned for the profound influence it has over the entire body thanks to its combination of physical movement, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques, Yoga is attracting a growing number of participants all around the world. Yoga is now being used by millions of people worldwide as the best means to boost physical, psychological and emotional wellness.
Yoga teacher. Neo Ornelas has trained extensively in most of the major yoga systems with the world's leading teachers. Since then he has established a distinctive Yoga teaching technique. His style is rooted in the experience acquired through his personal journey and his absolute commitment to bring depth and clarity to the understanding and practice of Yoga in its entirety. Neo Ornelas presents ancient yogic traditions in his own 21st century style.
Neo is qualified to the highest recognizable standard set by The Yoga Alliance in the United States and is a member of the British Wheel of Yoga in the United Kingdom. He holds a Government accredited Advanced Yoga Teacher Training Certificate gained at the Yoga Arts Training Academy in Australia. Neo is also qualified to teach and train other yoga teachers and is the Director of the Yoga with Neo yearly teacher training programs in Marbella, Spain.
Neo has recorded a Guided Relaxation CD for adults called 'Managing Stress', which is available in bookshops on the Costa del Sol and is now available in the Tunes global music library. He also has recorded a special Children's Guided Meditation CD, which is now being used by children in schools in the United Kingdom. He currently writes a regular Health & Well Being review column for H! Society Magazine. He is a well-known public speaker on the Wellbeing circuit and facilitates workshops and trainings in Europe.
Prior to commencing his career teaching yoga in 2003, Neo spent six years working in Europe, the United States and in Asia as a business executive for technological and internet companies. Neo is a graduate in Law, is a certified NLP Practitioner and has completed professional training in the Enneagram System.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Prices:
- 7 nights sharing a Junior Suite with Garden View - 1,985 euro per person
- Single Occupancy 2415 euro.
Price Includes:
- Activities including 10 Yoga classes (2 per day) and 3 Wellbeing Seminars with Neo Ornelas
- Plus guided walks
- 6 days of Thalassotherapy (4 daily treatment sessions)
- All meals from the tailored dietary restaurant menu
- Superior deluxe junior suite accommodation
- Airports transfers can be private or in groups and are confirmed on booking
- Complimentary gift pack on arrival
- Initial personalized medical consultation during which the 4 daily Thalassotherapy treatments are prescribed
- Complimentary Guided Meditation for Relaxation CD with Neo Ornelas
- Free access to the saunas, Turkish bath, fitness room, gym room, outdoor heated pool
- Mineral water as desired during the treatment
- 1 bottle of mineral water per day in the client's room.
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