The riverside setting along with a tropical garden spanning 4.5 hectares make Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort a lush location for a rejuvenating retreat.
A klong flows through the charming resort into the majestic Chao Phraya River, and guests cross a small bridge over the same canal leading to the recently opened BDMS Wellness Clinic Retreat.
Bangkok Dusit Medical Services (BDMS) is Thailand's largest operator of private hospitals with over 50 facilities in Thailand and Cambodia, and its first wellness clinic on Wireless Road proved conducive to implementing preventive healthcare.
BDMS partnered with Minor Hotels for its second wellness destination at Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort, whose ambiance connects guests to nature as a part of the rejuvenation process.
The collaboration also ably serves Thailand's wellness tourism, according to William Heinecke, chairman of Minor Hotels, whose portfolio currently comprises more than 40 hotels and properties around the world.
"When international travel resumed, it was at our resorts that we saw the biggest bounce-back, as travellers sought nature-integrated environments to heal and rebalance," he said. "With more consumers becoming interested in preventive wellness, Minor Hotels is in a perfect position to offer full-circle wellness services thanks to our partnership with BDMS Wellness Clinic -- a recognised leader in preventive and personalised medicine.''
Restoring and optimising personal health begins with a consultation at the new wellness clinic retreat.
Taking into account each person's medical history, lifestyle and other background information along with health concerns, a physician will suggest a screening programme.
This may include comprehensive blood tests, assessing hormone imbalance or micronutrient and antioxidant levels, analysis of biological and biochemical ageing, and even genetic testing in order to uncover potential health risks in DNA.
Aimed at early detection and prevention of diseases, check-up packages range from 10,800 to 210,000 baht. Once the data has been analysed and risk factors have been identified, a programme will be personalised to meet the sustainable wellness goals of each guest.
The programme is likely to involve diet, supplements, exercise and lifestyle modifications as well as medical interventions. BDMS Wellness Clinic Retreat has an in-house compounding pharmacy providing personalised supplements to address specific needs and cellular deficiencies.
Multiday check-ups and treatments can be coupled with pampering at the Anantara Spa and luxurious accommodation at Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort.
For example, a three-night stay with meals, detox IV drip and treatment, as well as spa therapies and daily yoga sessions are combined in the Detox Retreat with BDMS Wellness package starting from 15,420 baht per person.
A nutrition consultation ensures a wellness menu prepared by the resort's culinary team to meet each guest's dietary requirements and to assist in enhancement of health and longevity.
In durations from 30 to 120 minutes, the IV drip at 3,800-9,600 baht directly replenishes the body with a cocktail of antioxidants and vitamins. The relaxing treatment is given in a room with a view of the resort's greenery.
A consultation is a prerequisite for the IV drip, as are some aesthetic treatments all employing the latest technologies under supervision of BDMS dermatologists.
Hyaluron Hydration and BWT Royal Crystal Skin at 2,800 and 3,400 baht respectively make use of an infusion device to deliver vitamins and active ingredients deeper, allowing for faster hydration and skin brightening.
The infusion device's effects are achieved by ion wave pulses. The Viora V30 technology transmits specific radiofrequencies for contouring various parts of the body including abdomen and thighs.
During the BWT Royal Slim Treatment (7,000-7,300 baht), the innovative device delivers a massaging and warming sensation while stimulating lymphatic and blood circulations.
Carried out in a dedicated room, hair spa treatments further reinforce looking good from head to toe.
Visit bangkok-riverside.anantara.com or call 02-476-0022.
