Thai new year is the wildest, happiest and wettest festival in the Thai calendar!

Songkran, the most important date in the Thai calendar, it is celebrated from 13th - 15th April, when the whole country indulges in a host of friendly water fights to celebrate the new year.

Water is used to symbolically wash off all the misfortunes and bad luck of the past year, welcoming in the new year with a fresh start.

All across the country, elephants spray delighted crowds, children hurl pails of water at each other, and jasmine-infused water is gently poured over the hands of elders to symbolise renewal and good fortune.

Learning more about this wonderful tradition is part of a day of pure indulgence in the New Forest, where SenSpa at Careys Manor, is celebrating its Thai heritage with our Wellbeing Spa Day. 

This indulgent spa day features a 30 minute treatment where you could choose from treatments including the Bespoke Asian Massage, Thai Herbal Poultice Back Massage or ESPA Uplifting Body Scrub or Eminence Express Manuka Facial to name a few. 

SenSpa subtly blends Eastern and Western philosophies to create an indulgent and luxurious experience, and its state-of-the-art facilities combine with authentic Thai therapies to leave your body glowing, your mind renewed and your spirit soothed.

Soak away your cares in the world-class hydrotherapy pool and enjoy mouth-watering Thai cuisine in the beautiful Zen Garden restaurant.

Spa director and wellness expert Lina Lotto says: “Our spa provides an escape where people can relax, unwind, and experience all the beauty of Thailand without having to leave the country.

“My experience living and working in Thailand has shown me that warmth, care and grace characterise Thai hospitality, and we are proud of the way our spa reflects that ethos.

“We love to celebrate our Thai heritage, and our Wellbeing Spa Day enables our guests to share in the excitement of Thailand’s most important festival.”

Embrace the festival of renewal and book your Wellbeing Spa Day at SenSpa.