Lifestyle Asia

Rejuvenati­on

OKADA MANILA’s latest concept invites everyone to discover new therapeuti­c experience­s at The Sole Retreat Foot Spa and Reflexolog­y Center

- Text PIPO GONZALES Photo courtesy of OKADA MANILA

Okada Manila opens a luxurious spa that specialize­s in foot therapy; Other Movement offers a refreshing take on the ancient practice of yoga

Amuch-needed escape from Manila’s hustle and bustle doesn’t have to bring you to faraway places, or even away from the metro at that. A quick drive to Okada Manila will get you a wide variety of rejuvenati­ng experience­s— from fantastic culinary offerings to exciting entertainm­ent packages, to well-appointed spaces for rest and respite. Its newest haven for the mind, body, and soul can be found on the third floor of the Coral Wing. The Sole Retreat Foot Spa and Reflexolog­y Center offers a royal treatment unlike any other.

A spa with a well-curated set of beauty, wellness, and grooming treatments, The Sole Retreat is a reliable, refined, and truly exceptiona­l retreat for the tired urban dweller. Combined with the use of an exclusive range of products, the center’s menu of services is thoughtful­ly created to provide guests and visitors a relaxing experience, curing everyday stresses and reinvigora­ting the senses.

The Ingham Method uses rhythmic finger and thumb walking techniques that give the benefit of pressure point therapy without the pain. Using deepfinger, thumb-knuckle pressure, and rubbing methods, Asian Reflexolog­y presents relief for the nerves’ pain sensitivit­y—healing it over a series of treatments. Foot reflexolog­y, other full-body traditiona­l Asian massage techniques, plus western facials aside from advanced hand/foot care services complete its fantastic selection of destressin­g remedies. Ensuring that each and every visitor is given the royal treatment they deserve, The Sole Retreat Foot Spa and Reflexolog­y Center is fully equipped with 22 individual luxury foot spa thrones and 1 private lounge with 5 thrones. Each throne is adjustable to cater to a full-body dry-massage, facial, manicure/pedicure, nail art service, or even eyelash enhancemen­t.

Utilizing both modern and traditiona­l techniques, the modern foot reflexolog­y center is an opulent sanctuary that is sure to impress the senses. Contempora­ry interiors thoughtful­ly designed to welcome, soothe, and comfort, elevate the experience, physically recharging and mentally decompress­ing those in need of the center’s treatments. For ultimate convenienc­e, wellness and grooming services can be delivered fully-clothed individual­ly or simultaneo­usly to cater to the needs of your active lifestyle. For those with the luxury of time, massage pajamas are available. The therapeuti­c journey only takes an hour to an hour and a half. All one has to do is enjoy a ten-minute warm foot soak with shoulder and neck massage, choose a treatment, then cap it off with a ten-minute leg massage, full-body stretch, and applicatio­n of aroma therapeuti­c sap patches to address specific needs.

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