Enjoy the Ultimate Summer Escape this August with RAKxa’s “Optimal Fitness Retreat”
RAKxa Integrative Wellness, a leading integrative wellness destination in Thailand, unveils an exclusive series of seasonal Wellness Retreats at the idyllic Castelfalfi resort in Tuscany. Following the successful opening of RAKxa Wellness Spa at the Italian property in March 2024, these retreats promise a soul-enriching journey through Tuscany’s alluring seasons, commencing this summer with the “Optimal Fitness Retreat” from 23rd to 26th August 2024.
Each retreat is curated in harmony with the distinctive characteristics of the Tuscan seasons and meticulously designed around RAKxa’s five interconnected pillars of wellness: Nutrition, Exercise, Stress Management, Rest and Restorative Treatment.
Specialists from RAKxa’s flagship retreat in Bangkok will lead wellness workshops, guiding guests towards their health goals using RAKxa’s holistic and integrative approach, now brought to the heart of Tuscany.
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Launching on 23rd August 2024, RAKxa’s Optimal Fitness Retreat at Castelfalfi invites guests to embrace the vitality of the summer season. Inspired by Castelfalfi’s rolling hills and its abundant summer energy, the retreat offers revitalising experiences, including nature hikes and delicious, nourishing cuisine featuring the region’s famed seasonal summer truffles.
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Under the guidance of RAKxa’s lead trainer and corrective exercise specialist, guests will participate in interactive workshops covering fitness fundamentals, effective exercise techniques, neuromuscular control, and methods to identify and correct physical imbalances. The newfound insights will enhance guests’ hiking experiences, ensuring a more fulfilling adventure in the picturesque Tuscan outdoors.
After a day of exploration, guests can recover and rejuvenate with luxurious wellness spa treatments that will soothe tired muscles and restore full motion and balance.
Guests will savour full-board wellness meals prepared with seasonal, organic ingredients that showcase Tuscany’s culinary heritage while adhering to RAKxa’s anti-inflammatory food philosophy. Highlights include a truffle hunting experience followed by a sumptuous truffle-themed lunch, offering a taste of authentic Tuscan cuisine.
A Summer Wellness Cuisine workshop will equip guests with the skills to maintain a healthy lifestyle at home, featuring nutritious recipes that celebrate the season’s bountiful produce.
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Guests who cannot join the special Summer Retreat will have the opportunity to participate in the upcoming seasonal retreats: the Autumn Special from October 18th to 21st, the Winter Retreat from November 29th to December 2nd, and the Spring Wellness Retreat from April 11th to 14th in the 2025 season.