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Sanctuary Sessions: Queen of Retreats enters a Harmonious Flow with Life at the Sanctuary

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´There is a voice that does not use words. Listen´ – Rumi At Sen Wellness Sanctuary we are always delighted and grateful when we receive glowing endorsements from renowned and respected blogs such as Queen of Retreats. Sen Wellness Sanctuary is a stylish and friendly holistic wellness retreat open all year round near a stunning and remote beach on Sri Lanka’s south coast. Its talented founder, London-based osteopath Sam Kankanamage, is in residence there four months of the year or you can catch him this September when his team brings their mind, body, spirit experience to a gorgeous estate in Yorkshire for an exclusive 3-night weekend retreat, Embracing Intuition. Tap into your intuition at a luxury estate in Yorkshire 13 to 16 September 2018: Embracing Intuition – Connecting to Your Inner Wisdom takes place at the gorgeous Broughton Hall Estate in Yorkshire. Join Sam Kankanamage and Mary Aver to discover how mindfulness and meditation can support living more authentically and help you trust your unconscious. Drawing on spiritual teachings and modern neuro science, sessions will explore intuition as an inspiring navigation tool that helps you connect to yourself and your inner wisdom. The 3-night retreat at Avalon, the brand new well-being centre at Broughton Hall, includes twice daily yoga, meditations and shamanic journeys, crystal bowl baths and sound healing, wild swimming, a fire ceremony and cranial osteopathy with Sam. Rejuvenate near an awe-inspiring beach in Sri Lanka You can come all year round for yoga, ayurveda, meditation and relaxation at Sen Wellness Sanctuary, a haven set next to the pristine and truly awe-inspiring Rekawa Beach, or join founder Sam Kankanamage there on a signature retreat on set dates when he is in residence in March, August, November or December. Next retreats run 17 – 26 August and 9 – 18 November 2018. What did our reviewer think about Sen Wellness? Queen of Retreats reviewer Elizabeth Bennett had a much needed break from normality at Sen Wellness on a Spring Awakening Retreat. She says: ‘What sets Sen’s Signature Retreats apart are the one-to-ones. I had an enlightening chat with the local Buddhist monk about living in the present, a breakthrough meditation moment with the yoga teacher as she told me ‘to relax my mind like a muscle’, and osteopathy with Sam which felt more like therapy.´ Read Elizabeth’s personal review.

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The Sunday Times – Sri Lanka’s Star Spas

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Sri Lanka is one of the hottest destinations on the planet right now. It’s always had the unspoilt beaches. Now it’s got chic new boutique hotels and an emerging restaurant scene, too. And if a holiday for you means hours whiled away in a luxurious spa, there’s another compelling reason to visit. The country’s wellness scene is becoming the affordable alternative to the holistic honeypots of Thailand and Indonesia, with A-list yoga instruction and authentic ayurvedic retreats. It’s five-star pampering at four-star prices. Here’s our pick of the best places to lie back and think of the savings. The Sri Lankan Sam Kankanamge is one of London’s top osteopaths, but, these days, he divides his time between Wimpole Street and his new project, this retreat in a sliver of jungle between a pristine beach and a serene lagoon. Life here has a rhythm as steady as the surf that pounds the coast: sunrise yoga at the shoreline, meditation with a Buddhist monk, spa treatments prescribed by an ayurvedic doctor, free excursions to nearby temples, and cookery lessons with the village grannies. The same grannies cook the resort’s delicious Sri Lankan buffets, though the communal dining may not be to everyone’s taste. There’s late-night turtle-watching, but most guests retire early to their four-poster with a book. Read the full article by Susan D’arcy in The Sunday Times.

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Sanctuary Sessions: Ultimate Fitness and Well-being Getaways

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If you love getting active, but also love traveling and going on holiday, then have you thought about combining the two? Fitness getaways are becoming more and more popular in recent years, due to people’s love of being healthy but also seeing the world. What could be better than attending a yoga class in India, or attending a surf school in Costa Rica? It is time to pack your leggings, your trainers and some suncream, and head to one of the ultimate fitness getaways. 1. Sen Wellness Sanctuary, Sri Lanka Located on the coast of the Indian Ocean, Sen Wellness offers tailored packages to help you alleviate any physical or mental difficulties you may be experiencing. Whether you need help with back pain, would like some help to cope with anxiety or perhaps you just want to practice your yoga, Sen Wellness will come up with a plan to help. Go for a stroll along the golden beach or simply relax in the luxury cabanas surrounded by mangroves. There is something for everyone here. 2. Ananda in the Himalayas, India Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, Ananda is an award winning spa and spiritual retreat. Enjoy private yoga and meditation sessions, before going for a swim in the heated infinity pool. They have over 24 treatment rooms offering a range of different services, as well as full hydrotherapy facilities and personal trainers to offer tailored fitness sessions. 2. Ananda in the Himalayas, India Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, Ananda is an award winning spa and spiritual retreat. Enjoy private yoga and meditation sessions, before going for a swim in the heated infinity pool. They have over 24 treatment rooms offering a range of different services, as well as full hydrotherapy facilities and personal trainers to offer tailored fitness sessions. 3. Bio-Hotel Stanglwirt, Austria This gorgeous retreat based in Austria is the perfect location to visit if you want to be able to take part in a variety of different activities on your retreat. Try some golf, tennis, yoga and maybe even some skiing in the Wilder Kaiser mountain which towers over the resort. They are also famous for their delicious nutritious food, which uses produce grown on their very own farm. 2. Ananda in the Himalayas, India Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, Ananda is an award winning spa and spiritual retreat. Enjoy private yoga and meditation sessions, before going for a swim in the heated infinity pool. They have over 24 treatment rooms offering a range of different services, as well as full hydrotherapy facilities and personal trainers to offer tailored fitness sessions. 4. SHA Wellness Clinic, Spain Located near Alicante, this blissful retreat offers pilates, meditation, yoga and an impressive gym holding all the equipment you could ever need. The rooms and suites are truly stunning, with unparalleled views across the sea and mountains – the perfect location to relax and unwind. They also have a large spa offering treatments such as body wraps, scrubs, and medicated facials. If you’re heading to sunny Spain you’re going to need some gorgeous sunglasses to take with you. Try the Ray-Ban RB2140 Original Wayfarer. These classic sunglasses feature a trendy design which suits everyone. The brown tinted glasses and tortoise shell frame will also go with any outfit. 5. Red Mountain Resort, Utah, USA Head to the Red Mountain Resort in Utah if you love a good adventure or extreme sports. Go for a hike amongst the Snow Canyon State Park and walk amongst red rock cliffs and canyons. If you prefer something a little faster, then borrow a mountain bike and head to the hills. They offer privately guided tours of the beautiful local surroundings. Once you are finished, head to the spa to enjoy some much-needed pampering. 6. Como Shambhala Estate, Bali Head to this resort in Bali to enjoy a mixture of relaxation and adventure. Take a cycle tour through the surrounding rice fields, take part in a river rafting adventure and then relax in the extensive spa and treatment rooms. They have a full wellness programme which takes into consideration your diet, fitness levels and mental well-being.

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Live Travel Blog – The top 7 best wellness centres in the world

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How often do you take time out to treat your mind, body and soul? In this busy world, we can forget to look after ourselves. Here, we look at the seven best wellness centres in the world. From meditation to massage, our picks are situated in some of the most beautiful and serene spots on the planet. With the help of Paul Hopkinson, travel expert from Travelbag, we’ve compiled this list to help you to get inspired to book your own wellness break. A big thank you to Lynda for listing us as one of the top 7 best wellness centres in the world. We are feeling grateful to our community for the continued support. Read More

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Condé Nast Traveller – Supreme holistic care from a Harley Street hero

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Founded by London’s favourite spine expert, Sri Lankan osteopath Dr Sam Kankanamge, this retreat on the south coast of the island is about transformation of mind, body and spirit in one fell swoop. His big thing is the healing power of nature – and the sanctuary is surrounded by thick jungle teeming with butterflies and birds. The eight thatched cabanas are designed in the shape of a conch shell to draw up energy from the earth. Life here quickly falls into a routine. Kundalini yoga starts the day at 6am, worth it for the pastel-pink sunrise. Then it’s straight into your treatment plan (don’t go for less than a week if you want proper change). Softly spoken Dr Harshi is in charge, kicking off the programme by diagnosing your dosha. It’s all tackled here: weight loss, childhood trauma, stress, skin disorders. There are the usual indulgent massages but more important are the acupuncture, osteopathy, steam baths, fasts, cleanses and shirodhara (warm oil poured continuously onto the forehead to cure anxiety). Ayurvedic medicine is administered morning and night, too – big play-doh-like blobs heavy in turmeric and ghee. They may be disgusting but swallow, drink a gallon of water and you’ll soon feel the difference. For something a bit more out-there, immerse yourself in a gong bath, which recharges the body through sound energy, or a cacao ceremony, an ancient ritual of drinking cacao and dancing to help release deep emotions. Meals are communal – egg hoppers and coconut curry – and it’s all very easy-going. You’ll soon be connecting with 20-somethings trying to find themselves and octogenarians letting go of the past. The doctrine is all about lasting change; come here and you’ll experience it in droves.

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The Telegraph – 12 holidays to make you healthier and happier in 2017

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Revive your energy at this beachside haven in the Indian Ocean, on one of only four retreats this year led by the London-based osteopath and acupuncturist Sam Kankanamge – founder of the Sen Wellness Clinic on Wimpole Street, W1. Whether your goal is to lose weight or to ease a health issue such as poor digestion, anxiety, hormonal imbalances or chronic lower back pain, Sam will tailor a programme to suit you. It might include authentic Ayurveda treatments and meals, yoga, osteopathy and acupuncture. March is an ideal time to visit southern Sri Lanka; the weather is sunny and dry – and it’s high season for turtle watching on Rekawa Beach, where Sen Wellness is based. Read the full article by Catherine Sylger Jones.

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