South China Morning Post – Meghan Markle is a big fan of gong bathing, but what is this next big wellness holiday trend?

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Duchess of Sussex has revealed her interest in the form of sound healing, where you relax while being ‘bathed’ in sound waves from gongs. How does it help and where can you try it out in luxury?

First of all, gong bathing has nothing to do with water, bubbles and tubs.

Dr Sam Kankanamge, the osteopath and founder of Sen Wellness Sanctuary in Sri Lanka, says: “A gong bath is a form of sound healing where participants lay down while wearing comfortable clothes, and they’re ‘bathed’ in vibrational sound waves to help relax the body.”

Read the complete review on www.scmp.com.

Davia

Davia is our Retreat Specialist and manages enquiries and bookings for those interested in visiting us at the Sanctuary. Her in-depth knowledge of the wellness programmes we offer means she will be able to answer any questions you may have, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Davia is also Clinic Manager at Sen Wellness London, ensuring the smooth running of our holistic hub in the medical district of Harley Street, where we offer osteopathy, acupuncture, yoga, meditation and community events as well as retreats in the UK and Europe.

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Sen Wellness Sanctuary
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Had the most relaxed and nourishing experience with Ayurvedic treatment, yoga, nurturing meals that feed your mind, body and soul. This place allows you to disconnect and connect with nature. Was so well looked after by all the staff - Yasmine, Mandu, Dr. Chamodi, also the chef and therapist.

What’s even more amazing is the group of like minded guests I crossed paths in the sanctuary and shared our moments and experience there. Looking forward to be back!
J’ai passé sept jours merveilleux au Sen Wellness center. Une vraie prise en charge de bien-être, dans un lieu magique, en pleine nature et tout près de la mer. Une consultation de qualité avec un docteur à l’écoute , des traitements ayurvédiques bien expliqués, des massages extras, un personnel toujours gentil, et un programme de remise en forme avec méditation, yoga, et de très bons repas très variés. Et des conseils en repartant. Je recommande vraiment cette belle parenthèse
Truly amazing time at the sanctuary. I came here for a 3 day meditation retreat and wish I stayed 5. After leaving the retreat, I feel energized, refreshed and intend to apply the learnings of lifestyle management into my daily routine. I truly enjoyed my time with the monk and the yoga teacher - definitely changed my perspective on a few things and encouraged me to try new things. The doctors were also very impressively good and helpful. The massage therapists were truly incredible - some of the best I ever had. Several staff members offered to give me their contact to stay in touch and answer questions after I leave which was really Sweet. The food is quite good and the facilities are nice especially the pool. The location is purely magical and some of us even saw baby turtles going to the sea from the first time. Highly recommend - might go back!

A few little things, which are easy to fix, to make it even better:
- Food was often served cold and had to be sent back several times
- there was a lack of insect repellent during meals and outside yoga/meditation which unfortunately altered the experience quite a bit - some of us had to leave a yoga session/dinner several times
- there was a bittersweet end where I was asked to pay $20 for my last lunch after my checkout. Not so much an issue about the amount but more so about the the lack of gesture considering the overall amount spent and the fact that I got 2 lunches only as opposed to 3 as I arrived late at night on the first day. It would have been a no cost/effort gesture and a smart business/hospitality decision but instead they said no even after insisting citing “policy”. A bit sad that it was my very last memory of this retreat.
I stayed at Sen Wellness Retreat for 11 days and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment you arrive, the peaceful atmosphere and stunning natural surroundings make you feel instantly at ease. The location is absolutely magical — a perfect place to disconnect and reconnect with yourself.

The staff are incredibly kind and welcoming. While many of them don’t speak much English, their warmth and genuine care shine through in everything they do. The doctors and therapists, in particular, are remarkable — true professionals who approach their work with deep humility and kindness. You can feel that they are very special souls, and their presence really enhances the healing experience.

The food was another highlight — all vegetarian, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. Their homemade peanut butter is hands down the best in the world! The yoga sessions were gentle, grounding, and deeply relaxing, perfectly complementing the holistic approach of the retreat.

All in all, my time at Sen Wellness was absolutely amazing — for some, I can imagine even life-changing. I would recommend it wholeheartedly and would absolutely return!
A magical retreat! Serene lagoon, caring staff, and rejuvenating yoga. Perfect place to relax, heal, and reconnect with yourself. Highly recommended!
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