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    A fresh start to the week at the SO Spa

    The So SPA is an exhilarating and rejuvenating experience where ancient traditions meet the refinement and skills of the latest French cosmetology. Set in beautiful and modern surroundings with high quality ingredients to sublime our natural glow and make the daily life stress fade away- it’s a dream come true for anyone!

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    The rooms have a prefect layout to bring a plus one, maybe your partner for a romantic getaway, your friend to enjoy a nice relaxing day together or to spoil a family member who’s made themselves deserve it, hehe.

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    Endless details, every corner has something that stands out!

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    Every little details is carefully planned, this is through the peeking hole of the massage bed. It doesn’t only look nice but it smells like heaven too.

    The So Spa Bangkok represents Bangkok’s newest urban retreat destination and here- they blend the world famous Thai traditions into their French wonders. The products that are used reflects this, where East meets West. So Spa collaborates with CliqMondes the French brand known for one of the best health and beauty traditions in the world and Ytsara- a Thai product made from 100% natural ingredients to deliver the Asian Therapy treatments including authentic Thai, Balinese, Japanese and Moroccan therapies. Both products are only to be spotted at high-end hotel SPA’s.

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    Best of both worlds. Products where East meets west. Cinq Mondes from France, a multi-awarded Spa professional brand reference in Europe offering 60 retail products for face, body and art of living and Ytsara founded in Thailand in 2001 and offers unique 100% plants derived actives rich formulas. The brand has been working with the most prestigious 5 stars hotels worldwide to provide products and training.

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    The menu offers a broad selection from facials, body massages, slimming treatments and exciting starters like Spice Body Scrub, Rassoul Cream Wrap and baths. If you’re like me and can’t quite choose what you want you can also go for one of the menu suggestions. I went for the “So Well” package which was a 120 minute treatment consisting of two of their signature treatments “So Exhilarating” body massage to sooth the body and mind and followed by a rejuvenating facial for a smooth and radiance complexion. It felt amazing from beginning to the end.

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    The view from the SPA suite is breathtaking- perfect to calm your nerves and connect with the nature, you will forget that you are in a city.

    The SPA room had a beautiful view over the pool area with a gorgeous bath filled with flowers and luxurious details carefully placed around the room. The staff is gentle and makes you enjoy every minute of your treatment- it’s completely quiet from surrounding sounds. The only sound you will hear is the soundtrack you choose. SO relaxing! I love the honey dripped in the mouth at the beginning making you feel sweet during the whole experience. Mm.. The fragrance of the products are just magical and so rich. Trust me you’re going to feel all smooth and rejuvenated after your visit. To top it all off you have the room and a warm bath for yourself at the end accompanied with dark chocolate, dried fruits and tea of your choice.

    The seven treatment rooms and three spa suites gives you a variety of treatment options making each return visit to SO Spa a unique experience.  Walking into the Spa makes you feel like you’re in an artsy enchanted forest with lights coming out of the shadows- giving you a feeling of calm and relaxation.

    With thanks to Sofitel for hosting me at the So Spa Bangkok <3

     

    Staycation at the SO Sofitel Bangkok

    I had the pleasure of staying at the So Sofitel Bangkok. It was an amazing experience from beginning to to end. I can’t emphasize enough how much I love the way Sofitel makes every visit an experience, better yet an adventure. It always starts off walking into a lobby with a concept you’ve never seen before, with a signature welcome drink- most of the time it’s something you’ve never tasted before or just a whole new way of drinking something you already know.

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    Love how they have played with the shadows here. They spend time of every little detail.

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    Check out this amazing view! Who knew Bangkok could look so green?

    We stayed at the wood element room on 17th floor overlooking Lumpini park, which is one of the most popular elements in the hotel next to metal.  The high-rise property blends a mosaic of materials that give a contemporary high-tech look while at the same time appearing accessible and inviting. It’s architecture was designed by Smith Obayawat a leading figure in the association of Siamese Architects. As creative as the architecture is the interior design, SO Sofitel Bangkok offeres themed accommodation created around the five elements inspired by Lumpini Park. Water, Earth, Wood, Metal and Fire. Every element has a unique style and layout, and are all designed by five different Thai designers- making every stay at the SO Sofitel a new experience.

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    Wood Element- SO Cosy.

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    Soft beds that makes you want to stay in bed all day!

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    Earth element, I like how every room is different.

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    Art exhibition showcasing the five elements- fire, water, earth, metal and wood.

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    The winner of the art contest. How can a student make something like this? amazing.

    Walking around the hotel you will see art everywhere- every corner, roof and floors are covered with something to fit the current theme of the hotel. There is also annually art exhibitions, this year they held a competition and let students from Bangkok compete for the top three to have their art shown at the hotel.

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    Every type of yoghurt you can dream of!

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    The world kitchen and the big Red Oven- hence the name of the restaurant.

    Living in Bangkok and being a breakfast person, I have tried many breakfast buffets around the city, but had to try the breakfast at the Red Oven. If you have ever stayed at a SO Sofitel or even Sofitel hotel you know you are in for a nice breakfast. However, there is something extra with the Red Oven. The beautiful fire element and red interior plays a big part in making it a nice experience, but the selection of food is just amazing. I understand why it’s also called the world kitchen. You have all the usual stuff, but better quality. Then you have ice creams, all sorts of energizing drinks and snacks, not only seasonal fruits from Thailand but from all over the world, yummy pastries (I never eat pastries/desserts from breakfast buffets). Moreover, the cheese selection? On point! It’s one of those buffets you never want to leave, so make sure you wake up early.

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    I loved my staycation at the SO Sofitel, even if I was in my own hometown I really felt like I was far away on a holiday. They have everything you need at the hotel.  A chocolate bar in the lobby with an all you can eat chocolate buffet after lunch time, there’s different restaurants and bars to choose from, an amazing infinity pool overlooking the city, the best SPA in Bangkok, a roof top bar with a killer skyline view… Just walking around the hotel and exploring is an adventure on its own.

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    I’ll be here every Monday for some Mojito madness.

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    This is where the pool party is held, overlooking Bangkok city.

    Talking about the crazy pool venue and sun deck SO Sofitel Bangkok hosts a pool party at the end of every month. I’ve been there a couple of times and it’s so much fun! Another new thing that I’ve learned is that every Monday there is a Mojito madness going on at MIXO bar. There’s an all you can drink Mojitos from 7-9pm. They are super delicious… I tried them all…

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    View from Park Society at night. Perfect for some romantic late night drinks.

    Thanks to Sofitel for hosting me at the SO Sofitel Bangkok!

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