Mexico (PRWEB via PRWebDirect) June 11, 2008 –- Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya, Mexico is pleased to present an exclusive "Wellness Yoga Retreat," a four-day holistic program featuring guided meditations, yoga classes and yogic diet and nutrition sessions from July 24 to 27, 2008 with future programs scheduled August 28 to 31, September 25 to 28 and October 23 to 26. Guests will have an opportunity to enjoy a relaxing weekend break at this award-winning spa and hideaway resort located on Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula while restoring their mind, body and soul.
“Whether guests are just starting out or experienced yoga students, our yoga retreat is the perfect choice to build motivation and help achieve their goals,” said Clive McNish, spa director. “Our experienced instructors will take guests on a peaceful journey of renewal and enlightenment while enjoying exotic Mayan and Oriental spa treatments and our luxurious facilities.”
Leading the Yoga Retreat is Yoga Instructor Rishi Bhardawaj. A native of India, Mr. Bhardawaj comes from a family of yoga experts and has been teaching yoga for almost 15 years. With support from qualified and experienced trainers, Mr. Bhardawaj will guide guests at their own pace and determine the best possible programs to continue on their path towards health and wellness.
The retreat begins on Thursday evening with a welcome group dinner and opportunity to meet with instructors and fellow guests. Throughout the weekend, guests will experience Asana and Pranayama yoga sessions, diet and nutrition classes, quiet time for meditations, group discussions and bask in the luxurious accommodation at Mexico’s most sophisticated resort.
The “Wellness Yoga Retreat” includes:
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Three-night stay at the luxurious Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya
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Yogic breakfast daily and one group dinner
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Choice of one spa treatment (Aromatherapy massage, Aromastone or Thai massage)
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Morning and evening yoga sessions
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Daily meditations
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Diet and nutrition classes
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Participation in daily fitness activities
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Complimentary use of Heat and Water Therapies including Steam, Sauna, Vitality Pool
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Round-trip airport transfers
Rates for the package are inclusive of tax and from $2465 (single occupancy) and $3340 (double occupancy). The above rates are for a three-night stay as described above, including round trip airport transfers, daily healthy spa breakfast, one dinner and yoga and spa programs.
Program dates are: July 24-27, August 28-31, September 25-28 and October 23-26.
For reservations, please contact the hotel directly on +52 (984) 877 3888, toll free in the US at (800) 526 6566; or Mandarin Oriental’s direct on-line reservations service at www.mandarinoriental.com.
A naturalist’s paradise, Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya features protected mangrove reserves and crystal-clear water from tranquil lagoons and streams, highlighted by a spectacular cenote, a deep, freshwater reservoir sacred to the ancient Mayan. Ideally situated, the resort is only 10 minutes north of Playa del Carmen in bustling Riviera Maya, with its dining, entertainment, specialty shops and boutiques, and just a 30-minute drive from Cancun International Airport.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most prestigious hotels and resorts. Mandarin Oriental now operates, or has under development, over 10,000 rooms in 23 countries with 16 hotels in Asia, 14 in The Americas and nine in Europe and North Africa.
Photography of Mandarin Oriental is available to download, in high and low resolution, in the Photo Library of our Media section, at www.mandarinoriental.com.
For further information, please contact:
Alexandra Wensley, Director of Communications
Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya, Mexico
Telephone: (305) 913-8333
E-mail: awensley @ mohg.com
www.mandarinoriental.com
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