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For this year's National Day holiday, Mandarin Oriental, Sanya is taking advantage of its beautiful natural surroundings and hosting a series of culinary and wellness experts, offering guests the opportunity for a unique retreat.

Enjoying good weather year-round, Mandarin Oriental, Sanya is a tropical sanctuary situated between the sparkling South China Sea and Hainan Island's verdant hills, making it an ideal location to restore one's sense of physical and mental well-being. It also has the only resort spa on Hainan Island licensed to practice Traditional Chinese Medicine.

From Sept 30 to Oct 5 , guests can make the most of special offer rejuvenating opportunities and culinary experiences when booking the National Day Holiday Wellness Retreat package. 

The retreat features a healing Singing Bowl class to restore the equilibrium of the mind, body and soul, led by Tibetan singing bowl healer Mayu Nishibe, along with a range of healthy gourmet cooking. On certain dates, guests will have the opportunity to sample a nine-course tasting menu created by Michelin star Chef Stefan Stiller or savour Nyonya delicacies made by Muhammad Asaari bin Johari of Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur.

Priced from 1,801 yuan ($262.28) per night, the National Day Holiday Wellness Retreat package includes:

·         Terrace Room luxury accommodation for a two-night stay

·         Daily breakfast at Pavilion Restaurant for two people

·         One-hour Tibetan Singing Bowl group class with Mayu Nishibe

·         Daily morning complimentary wellness class with Mayu Nishibe

·         Priority reservations for Chef Stiller and Chef Johari's menus

"We're offering guests an opportunity to enjoy a wellness retreat at the resort over the National Day holiday that focuses on five elements: nourishment, movement, well-being, stillness and connections, which combine to help people relax, rejuvenate and recharge," says Eric Kee, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Sanya.

Tibetan Singing Bowl Healing with Mayu Nishibe

Singing bowls produce sounds that heal and relax, aligning the chakras and releasing energy blockages in the body. After experiencing chronic pain from genetic spinal fusion, Mayu Nishibe sought healing through spirituality, yoga and the power of vibration. Now recovered, she believes everyone has the power to heal themselves. She will share her knowledge on movement, vibration, sound and mindfulness with guests from Sept 30 to Oct 5.

Fresh Michelin Culinary Experience

Chef Stiller has led several Michelin-starred restaurants and his Taian Table restaurant in Shanghai received a Michelin star in September 2016. From Oct 1 to 3, Chef Stiller will be a guest chef at the resort, presenting a nine-course tasting menu of seasonal dishes that diners can enjoy at Fresh, the refined outdoor beach restaurant with expansive ocean views.

Authentic Nyonya Cuisine

Nyonya cooking is the blending of Chinese ingredients with spices and cooking techniques used by Malay and Indonesian communities. From Sept 30 to Oct 5, Chef Muhammad Asaari bin Johari from Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur will work with the resort's culinary team to prepare authentic Nyonya dishes. In the stunning setting of Pavilion restaurant, Guests can choose from a la carte selections for lunch and dinner or opt for a special buffet.

For further information and reservations, please visit: https://www.mandarinoriental.com/sanya.

About Mandarin Oriental, Sanya

Mandarin Oriental, Sanya is unrivalled in its sheer luxury and refined elegance. Enjoying the privacy of a secluded 1.2 km nationally protected coral bay and nestled among lush tropical bloom, the resort is a hidden gem where nature is celebrated and tranquillity is assured. Located just seven minutes from Sanya city center and 18 minutes from Sanya International Airport, the luxury resort provides convenient access to all of the area's major tourist attractions. 

The resort features a series of private low rise and villa accommodation with ocean views and landscaped tropical gardens. Some residences also feature private pools, patios and gazebos. There are 10 innovative restaurants and bars, a 3,200 sq m  Spa Village with 16 private treatment suites and two VIP spa villas, a large recreation centre, CoCo Kids Centre, and over 6,000 sq m of indoor and outdoor conference and banqueting space, providing guests with the perfect destination getaway for both business and pleasure.

About Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world's most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences. Having grown from its Asian roots into a global brand, the group now operates 31 hotels and eight residences in 21 countries and territories, with each property reflecting the group's oriental heritage and unique sense of place. Mandarin Oriental has a strong pipeline of hotels and residences under development and is a member of the Jardine Matheson Group.

For further information, please contact:

Corporate Office

Shevaun Leach (shevaunl@mohg.com)

Asia Pacific

Tel: +852 2895 9286  

Mandarin Oriental, Sanya

Belinda Chen (belindac@mohg.com)

Director of Communications

Tel:  +86 (898) 8820 9999 ext. 6807