Ashara Organic Products & Massage in Phuket is a calm, welcoming place where a boutique of handmade organic products is thoughtfully paired with a spa. The interior has a natural, earthy feel — cool and spotless inside, with a gentle blend of herbs and essential oils in the air, while soft music helps you switch from the street into relaxation almost instantly.
The spa focuses on unwinding treatments after a busy day. You can choose from several oil massages, including a coconut oil massage, which is especially effective at releasing tightness and built-up tension — particularly in the shoulders. Therapists work with confident, careful technique, and the service feels attentive and unhurried; tea is served after your session.
The boutique offers skincare essentials and gift-ready items: soaps, cosmetics, and herbal blends. There’s a range inspired by traditional Thai practices, including jasmine rice-based products that promote a healthy glow for skin and hair, as well as turmeric and ginger sets. Their signature herbal teas are also worth noting — perfect to take home or give as a present. Pricing is straightforward and consistent, matching the quality of both the treatments and the products.
-
Phuket is home to over 30 Buddhist temples, but this particular one is the most famous and one of the most revered and majestic. Founded in the early 19th century, Wat Chalong was built in honor of two respected monks, Luang Phor Chaem and Luang Phor Chuang, known for their...
-
Cheow Lan Lake is one of the most extraordinary places in Thailand. This vast freshwater lake, surrounded by lush jungle and towering limestone cliffs, looks as if you've stepped straight into a movie. There are no familiar Phuket beaches or bustling promenades here. Instead, you'll find traditional long-tail boats, floating...
