CHIVA-SOM CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF TRANSFORMATIVE WELLNESS WITH IMMERSIVE COLLABORATIONS AND UNIQUE ANNIVERSARY EXPERIENCES

In celebration of its 30-year legacy as a global pioneer in holistic wellness, Chiva-Som is marking its anniversary year with a transformative series of curated wellbeing collaborations and meaningful partnerships, further enhancing its mission of sustainable, integrative and personalised care. As a gesture of gratitude to its valued guests, all special anniversary activities will be offered complimentary at the flagship resort in Hua Hin, Thailand. This initiative reinforces Chiva-Som’s commitment to fostering both personal and collective wellbeing.

Throughout 2025, Chiva-Som will host an exclusive series of immersive wellness experiences and sustainability initiatives featuring visits by icons of the wellness industry and loyal Friends of Chiva-Som. These thought leaders and changemakers will lead tailored workshops, transformative sessions, sustainability-focused activations and interactive discussions designed to inspire, empower, and elevate the guest experience.

Breath, Sound and The Sea with Notep at Chiva-Som Hua Hin (22nd – 25th April 2025)

Renowned Thai musician, wellness practitioner, and environmentalist Note Panayanggool (Notep) will lead guests on an immersive retreat blending sound healing, breathwork, meditation, and creative expression. Rooted in Chiva-Som Hua Hin’s Emotional Growth series, this multi-sensory immersive journey guides participants towards introspection, release and renewal through different healing modalities. Guests can participate in transformative sessions such as Gong Bath by the Sea (22 April); Breathwork & Flow Movement (23 April); “Burana” Necklace Workshop (23 April); Voice Activation Workshop (24 April); Vibrations of Water Sound Meditation (24 April); Movement Meditation (25 April) and Completing the Circle (25 April) to close the retreat with gratitude, inner balance and emotional clarity.

Natalie Dau and Dawn Sim – Women’s Health, Longevity, and Emotional and Mental Wellness at Chiva-Som Hua Hin (25th – 30th August 2025)

Renowned Guinness World Record-holding ultra-marathoner and motivational speaker Natalie Dau joins forces with Dawn Sim, a Yoga specialist and sound healer, for a transformative collaboration that offers guests a holistic approach to longevity, functional fitness, and emotional wellbeing.

Returning for her third partnership with Chiva-Som, Natalie Dau will guide guests —particularly women over 40 — through expertly designed strength training sessions, functional fitness workshops, and a beach running experience aimed at reducing bone loss and increasing bone density. She will also share insights in an engaging talk on maintaining a high-performance lifestyle.

In her debut collaboration with Chiva-Som, Dawn Sim, an expert in sound healing and mindfulness, as well as a highly experienced health coach and yoga teacher with 24 years of practice, will lead immersive sound bath and breathwork workshops, guided journaling sessions, and mindful yoga classes. Dawn will also host a thought-provoking talk on self-care for emotional and mental health.

The two wellness experts will come together for an insightful panel discussion with Chiva-Som Hua-Hin’s Naturopath, exploring the vital connection between hormones, health, and vitality — providing guests with practical tools to enhance their overall wellbeing. 

Wellness Meets Sustainability through a series of activations led by Friends of Chiva-Som

Chiva-Som continues to integrate wellness with sustainability through key collaborations that support local communities and environmental conservation:

• Belgin Aksoy (24th May 2025) – Founder of Global Wellness Day, Belgin Aksoy returns for a fourth year to lead a Medical Mission and Remote Clinic in Pa-La-U, providing essential healthcare to local villagers with the participation of Chiva-Som Hua Hin guests.

• Chef Dan Bark (1st October 2025) – Korean American chef Dan Bark of Cadence by Dan Bark in Bangkok, joins Chiva-Som Hua Hin for World Food Day, where guests can engage in a meaningful initiative to provide food and beverage aid to underserved communities at Pa-La-U.

  
  

Acclaimed cricketer Zaheer Khan and actress Sagarika Ghatge Khan will also join Chiva-Som Hua Hin to spearhead an impactful sustainable initiative, with details set to be unveiled later this year.

Local collaborations: 30th anniversary commemorative bags and Art for a Cause

As part of Chiva-Som Hua Hin’s ongoing commitment to community engagement and sustainability, two meaningful collaborations will be launched in celebration of the 30th anniversary:

• Handwoven keepsakes: Baan Khao Tao Weaving Community - In a meaningful partnership with the the local community, Baan Khao Tao Weaving Community Hua Hin, Chiva-Som Hua Hin introduces an exclusive 30th-anniversary collection of handwoven tote bags and amenity bags, handcrafted using traditional weaving techniques. As part of the anniversary celebration, all retreat guests will receive these sustainable keepsakes as a reminder of Chiva-Som’s dedication to mindful living and cultural preservation.

• Art for a Cause: Baan Silapin collaboration - Baan Silapin, an artistic hub founded by renowned artist Tawee Kase-ngam and also known as the Hua Hin Artist Village, will create exclusive artwork featuring Chiva-Som, available for silent auction from 16th - 19th April 2025. The winning bids will be announced during the anniversary dinner event on 19th April. Part of the proceeds will be donated to the Chiva-Som Sustainability Fund that supports community initiatives, including medical missions and World Food Day events at local schools.

Anniversary offer: A special gift for guests

To celebrate its 30th anniversary, Chiva-Som Hua Hin is offering a 10 percent saving across its 16 wellness retreats when staying in one of the resort’s exceptional Thai Pavilions or Thai Pavilion Suites throughout 2025.

Carefully designed with wellness and sustainability in mind while providing guests with a memorable Thai experience, Chiva-Som Hua Hin's Thai Pavilions and larger Thai Pavilion Suites with private salas are inspired by the architectural grandeur of the Ayutthaya Kingdom of Thailand. Creating a cultural touchstone, the Pavilions' pediment, a unique and revered element of traditional Thai architecture, is seamlessly woven into the Chiva-Som logo. The artistic integration also represents the balance of mind, body and spirit, which is central to the Chiva-Som guest’s experience.

Wellness Embrace offer

Guests staying between 1st June and 30th September 2025 will benefit from a complimentary night when booking four nights, as well as VIP fast-track service on arrival at Suvarnabhumi Airport and a complimentary roundtrip limousine service to and from Hua Hin.

To begin a wellness journey with Chiva-Som Hua Hin, please call +66 32536536,    email reservations@chivasom.com, or WhatsApp +66 827967689. 

Visit www.chivasom.com for more details.  

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ABOUT CHIVA-SOM

Inspired by the founder Mr. Boonchu Rojanastien's motto "Above All, Enjoy Your Life," Chiva-Som, translates to "Haven of Life" in Thai, reflecting its commitment to revitalising the mind, body, and spirit. Where enrichment thrives and lives are transformed, Chiva-Som is a sanctuary of holistic wellness for transformative lifestyle. This ethos, deeply ingrained since its inception in 1995, has propelled Chiva-Som to the forefront of global wellness. Our flagship Chiva-Som Hua Hin in Thailand, and the recent addition of Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som in Qatar, exemplify our unwavering commitment to providing guests with the tools to achieve optimal physical, mental, and emotional health.

Guided by our knowledgeable and compassionate staff, guests embark on a transformative journey tailored to their individual needs. Our innovative approach seamlessly integrates mind, body, and spirit, fostering a sense of balance and tranquility. Beyond our resort experiences, Chiva-Som’s approach to wellness extends to the wider community, with educational opportunities and global sustainability initiatives at the core of everything we do.  

Discover the Chiva-Som distinctive experience a haven where life flourishes at www.chivasom.com.

ABOUT ZULAL WELLNESS RESORT BY CHIVA-SOM

Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som is a unique wellbeing haven, brought to life by Qatar’s premier master developers, Msheireb Properties. The 180-room resort is the Middle East’s first and largest immersive wellness destination.  Located in Al Ruwais, a private coastal location to the north of Qatar, Zulal Wellness Resort is the first wellness resort in the world to blend the holistic wisdom of Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine (TAIM) with modern therapies and health practices into service. Aiming to inspire positive and sustainable lifestyle change, the resort offers two distinct wellness experiences. Zulal Serenity is a child-free retreat destination designed for reflective and mindful wellbeing journeys while Zulal Discovery invites guests of all ages, particularly families, to reconnect and explore the joys of healthy living through a wellness experience. 

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