Beat the winter blues with a colourful arsenal of pampering spa treatments from Angsana Spa Rydges Jamison and Angsana Spa Double Bay. Therapeutic Thai and Indian spa treatments warm the body and soul in the �Spa Month� package available from 1 to 31 May 2005.

Holistic Asian Therapies Sophisticated spa goers are no strangers to Oriental and Asian therapies, thanks to the introduction of two Angsana Spas in Sydney. The Spa Month specials comprising Thai Sensation and Indian Inspiration, both priced at AU$100 each, are an incentive for regulars to try out a variety of unique and beneficial Asian treatments.

The Thai Sensation is a 60-minute Thai Herbal Pouch Massage, which loosens up muscles with a Thai herb-filled pouch dipped in warmed sesame oil and applied to the body. Alternatively, the Indian Inspiration works wonders on lower backaches and pains. It is a combination of Kati Basti warm sesame oil back treatment, followed by a de-stressing back massage.

Best Of East and West Angsana Spa Double Bay in 2003 had the distinction of being the first contemporary Asian spa in Sydney. Located in a 19th century Victorian house, Angsana Spa is a day spa offering indulgent treatments right in the midst of Double Bay Village, an exclusive neighbourhood that offers elegant cafes and boutiques. The spa has a dedicated team of 10 therapists, flown in from the Banyan Tree Spa Academy in Phuket.

As a day spa catering to both walk-in guests and members, Angsana Spa Double Bay offers close to 40 treatments for pampering and rejuvenating.The interior design and exterior architecture of Angsana is a spirited juxtaposition that blends contemporary chic with exotic Asian splendour, with signature Angsana hues of orange, lime green, yellow and purple.

The second Angsana Spa subsequently made its debut at the Rydges Jamison hotel, close to the commercial district and historical suburb of The Rocks and Sydney Opera House. This spa haven is a calming oasis for the cosmopolitan and urban punters who live and work in the area.

Both spas have since been garnering raves reviews for the Angsana emphasis on use of holistic and natural ingredients, in a modern and chic context. Popular treatments include the Angsana massage, created exclusively for Angsana Spa using specially formulated Euphoria Oil. It soothes stress as well as strengthens inner �Qi� (energy).

For reservations, guests may call Angsana Spa Double Bay at +612 9328 5501 or email spa-doublebaysydney@angsana.com; and Angsana Spa Rydges Jamison at +612 9247 3017 or email spa-jamisonsydney@angsana.com. To find out more about Angsana Spa, consumers can log on to www.angsanaspa.com. Bookings for Spa Month Specials are subject to availability. Quote program name �Angsana Spa May Special� when making reservation.

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About Angsana Spa Managed and created by Banyan Tree, Angsana Spa�s refreshing blend of treatments place special emphasis on the use of natural ingredients such as native flowers, fruits, herbs, spices and plants. It is based on the use of aromatherapy, the therapeutic sense of touch, and a fusion of techniques from the East and West to refresh and rejuvenate the body, mind and spirit.

Angsana owns and manages a spa in all of its resort properties. Angsana Spa is also available worldwide in South Africa, Australia, India, Sri Lanka, Ireland, China, Thailand, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Guam, Hong Kong, Indonesia and soon in Egypt.

For further information please contact:

Group Communications Department Simone Chen, Deputy Director T +65 6849 5875, E:simone.chen@banyantree.com

Lau Foong Yee, Assistant Manager T +65 6849 5851, E:lau.foongyee@angsana.com

Byron Ho, Executive T +65 6849 5850, E:byron.ho@angsana.com