Frequently Asked Questions
RETREATS
Q. Where are Retreats held?
A Thailand beach resort town, called Hua Hin, home of the Thai Royal Family. Hua Hin is 2.5-3 hours by road from Bangkok or a 1 hour flight from Kuala Lumpur.
A Thailand beach resort town, called Hua Hin, home of the Thai Royal Family. Hua Hin is 2.5-3 hours by road from Bangkok or a 1 hour flight from Kuala Lumpur.
Q. How do I get there?
On arrival at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok, you will be met and driven to the Retreat venue. An upgraded limousine service is available upon request. If not coming directly to the Retreat venue, please make your own arrangements.
On arrival at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok, you will be met and driven to the Retreat venue. An upgraded limousine service is available upon request. If not coming directly to the Retreat venue, please make your own arrangements.
Q. Price. How much are Retreats?
Retreats are approx USD$300 per day, Includes all therapies, massage, food (as provided) and juices, accommodation and transport to the beach. Supplements are excluded.
Retreats are approx USD$300 per day, Includes all therapies, massage, food (as provided) and juices, accommodation and transport to the beach. Supplements are excluded.
Q. How do you calculate prices?
Prices reflect market forces and individual attention you receive. Other Lyme Disease Retreats start at $500 per day, with hidden charges and sharp practices easily doubling your final bill.
Prices reflect market forces and individual attention you receive. Other Lyme Disease Retreats start at $500 per day, with hidden charges and sharp practices easily doubling your final bill.
Q. Do you offer discounts?
A 25% per person discount is available if attending with one other person. Returning guests please contact me..
NOTE: Thailand is a modern economy with a strong currency. We do not offer Goa prices.
A 25% per person discount is available if attending with one other person. Returning guests please contact me..
NOTE: Thailand is a modern economy with a strong currency. We do not offer Goa prices.
Q. What if I wish to stay elsewhere?
Alternatives are available. Please contact me to discuss
Alternatives are available. Please contact me to discuss
Q. Is it all work and no play?
You are encouraged to rest and recuperate. There is time for relaxation and recreation. Yoga, meditation, swimming, Thai massage, sauna, health education talks and documentaries. Trips to the beach (only 5 minutes away), world-class golf courses, temples and tourist spots. If you wish to explore Hua Hin by bicycle, motorcycle, tuk-tuk or taxi, this can be arranged
You are encouraged to rest and recuperate. There is time for relaxation and recreation. Yoga, meditation, swimming, Thai massage, sauna, health education talks and documentaries. Trips to the beach (only 5 minutes away), world-class golf courses, temples and tourist spots. If you wish to explore Hua Hin by bicycle, motorcycle, tuk-tuk or taxi, this can be arranged
Q. What do we eat on the program?
This is a Fasting Retreat, with customized meals provided during non-fasting days.
This is a Fasting Retreat, with customized meals provided during non-fasting days.
Q. Can I bring a spouse/guest/carer?
A. Yes, if accommodation is available. Please contact us for pricing.
A. Yes, if accommodation is available. Please contact us for pricing.
Q. Can I extend my stay?
Additional days are always built-in. Please arrange flight departures, accordingly.
Additional days are always built-in. Please arrange flight departures, accordingly.
Q. What methods of payment do you accept?
Cash, International Bank Transfer, Crypto and major credit cards.
Our preference is cash or International Bank Transfer to my UK bank.
If booking through the website, debit/credit cards, PayPal and Apple Pay.
A 50% minimum deposit is required, at least 30 days in advance, when paying by bank transfer. The balance needs to be deposited into the bank, before the Retreat start date. You may also pay the balance in cash, on arrival, in Thai baht
We are unable to process Travellers Checks or credit/debit cards locally.
Currency Exchange, banks and ATMs are available at many locations and have English menus.
Cash, International Bank Transfer, Crypto and major credit cards.
Our preference is cash or International Bank Transfer to my UK bank.
If booking through the website, debit/credit cards, PayPal and Apple Pay.
A 50% minimum deposit is required, at least 30 days in advance, when paying by bank transfer. The balance needs to be deposited into the bank, before the Retreat start date. You may also pay the balance in cash, on arrival, in Thai baht
We are unable to process Travellers Checks or credit/debit cards locally.
Currency Exchange, banks and ATMs are available at many locations and have English menus.
Q. Why do I need to pay the full amount before the Retreat starts?
- My credit card service does not allow split payments.
- Adherence to programs increases when clients have already paid.
- I do not wish to worry if I am going to be paid.
METHODS OF PAYMENTQ. If I cancel or decide to leave early, do I receive a refund?
No. Unless a replacement booking is available. Once you confirm your booking we are unable to take further bookings. If you cancel, we may have already lost those customers and therefore lose potential revenue.
Please see Terms and Conditions regarding refund policy.
No. Unless a replacement booking is available. Once you confirm your booking we are unable to take further bookings. If you cancel, we may have already lost those customers and therefore lose potential revenue.
Please see Terms and Conditions regarding refund policy.
Q. Can children attend?
Yes, if well-behaved. If a child is disruptive to us, or other guests, you may be asked to leave, without compensation. Please contact us to discuss.
Yes, if well-behaved. If a child is disruptive to us, or other guests, you may be asked to leave, without compensation. Please contact us to discuss.
Q. Is Travel or Medical Insurance included?
Please arrange health and travel insurance cover, independently
Please arrange health and travel insurance cover, independently
Q. Which is the nearest airport to you?
Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok. Direct flights may be available to Hua Hin from limited destinations. Please check carriers. Flight time from Bangkok is 1 hour.
Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok. Direct flights may be available to Hua Hin from limited destinations. Please check carriers. Flight time from Bangkok is 1 hour.
Q. Are flights included in the price of the Retreat?
No.
No.
Q. How long is the transfer from the airport to the Retreat?
Our private taxi service (included in the price) takes around 3 hours. The Airport Bus to Hua Hin takes around 3.5 hours
Our private taxi service (included in the price) takes around 3 hours. The Airport Bus to Hua Hin takes around 3.5 hours
Q. Who organizes airport transfer?
We do. Notify us of your flight number and arrival time. You will be met at airport arrivals and driven direct to the Retreat. If you are not coming directly to Hua Hin, please make your own arrangements.
We do. Notify us of your flight number and arrival time. You will be met at airport arrivals and driven direct to the Retreat. If you are not coming directly to Hua Hin, please make your own arrangements.
Q. How much is airport transfer?
Airport Transfer is included in the price.
Airport Transfer is included in the price.
Q. What clothes or items should I bring with me?
You will only need light shoes and clothing. Bring needed medications and/or supplements plus sufficient cash for your stay.
You will only need light shoes and clothing. Bring needed medications and/or supplements plus sufficient cash for your stay.
Q. What is the weather like in Thailand?
Thailand has a rainy season from April to November. Hua Hin has the lowest rainfall in the country. Typically, rain showers are brief, and in the afternoon. Temperatures remain warm. For up-to-date Weather Reports and monthly rainfall averages, try accuweather.com
Thailand has a rainy season from April to November. Hua Hin has the lowest rainfall in the country. Typically, rain showers are brief, and in the afternoon. Temperatures remain warm. For up-to-date Weather Reports and monthly rainfall averages, try accuweather.com
Q. What is the standard of accommodation?
Rooms include King or Queen-size beds, hi-speed internet, fans, air conditioning, slippers, robes and clean towels
Rooms include King or Queen-size beds, hi-speed internet, fans, air conditioning, slippers, robes and clean towels
Q. What time is check-in to the Retreat?
11am on your day of arrival. Please let us know if you wish to arrive early or will be late.
11am on your day of arrival. Please let us know if you wish to arrive early or will be late.
Q. I am a female travelling alone and worried about security.
Hua Hin has little crime. The Villa is in a secure development with manned security at the entrance.
Hua Hin has little crime. The Villa is in a secure development with manned security at the entrance.
Q. Can we use credit cards to withdraw cash from ATMs?
Local ATMs allow you to draw cash in your language. Please check daily cash withdrawal limits with your home bank. If you are unsure, please bring adequate cash, or Travellers Cheques, to cover the period of your visit.
Local ATMs allow you to draw cash in your language. Please check daily cash withdrawal limits with your home bank. If you are unsure, please bring adequate cash, or Travellers Cheques, to cover the period of your visit.