Veya means "to weave"

Welcome to Veya, a place of connection with self, others, and nature. A safe space of both wonderment and reflection where you can discover new tools, knowledge and wisdom to integrate your own path to wellbeing. Veya experience is built on Banyan Tree’s proprietary 8 pillars of wellbeing with an emphasis on embodiment therapies and somatic practices. The journey is led by certified multidisciplinary wellbeing hosts around a 3-step protocol of Awareness, Discovery, and Sustenance.

 

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Sleep Meditation

Calm your mind and nurture inner peace with this guided meditation for a good restorative rest. When done before bedtime, it may help reduce insomnia and sleep troubles by promoting overall calmness.

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Better Sleep

Quality sleep enables the body to restore and rejuvenate. Learn practices and rituals you can incorporate in your daily life to improve your quality of rest.

REST

Quality sleep is a critical but often elusive element of wellbeing. It is essential in helping your body repair and restoring mental energy for the day ahead. We designed your villa as the optimal environment to rest and restore. A selection of calming amenities, activities, and sleep workshops helps to further enhance your quality of rest.

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Core Pilates

Core muscles are the link between your upper and lower body, which is why a fit and flexible core underpins almost everything we do. This activity will improve posture and cultivate balance.

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Functional Fitness

This equipment-free activity will strengthen the muscle groups most essential for your daily movement. It will also improve balance and agility, resulting in a reduction of physical strains and injuries.

MOVEMENT

From your cardiovascular system to your muscle strength, your body's vitality depends on a sustained and balanced fitness routine. Veya’s guided fitness activities are designed to align with your personal goals, with focus on cardiovascular health, muscle strength, and flexibility. Our fitness instructors are here to coach you in every move and help you discover new ways to stay flexible and fit.

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Hearty Recipes

Learn to cook healthy and hearty Thai dishes from our chef at Saffron, who will teach you how to keep nourishing your body after you’ve returned home.

Dietary Awareness
Urban Detox

Better nutrition and dietary practices can make significant improvement to your health. This workshop will teach you how you can sustain your youthfulness and vitality through conscious nutrition.

NOURISHMENT

As your lifestyle and body type impact your nutritional needs, it's important to be conscious of what you eat. What foods benefit your wellbeing, and which ones don't? Veya cuisine weaves Asian and Mediterranean culinary influences with plant-forward ingredients for optimal health. Our resident nutritionist is on-hand to recommend dishes that fit your dietary needs and preferences.

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Positive Resilience

Explore how you can transform negativity into positive catalysts. This workshop will introduce simple methods to help reduce stress and anxiety, while uplifting your spirits to make you feel empowered.

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Mindful Living

Research has shown that mindfulness practices calm your mind, build emotional resilience, and improve your overall quality of life. This introduction to mindfulness, practices is a great way to get started.

MINDFULNESS

Like physical exercise, regular mindfulness practice makes your mind work better, and makes you feel better. It calms you, helps you stay grounded, and ultimately strengthens mental resilience. Choose from a series of mind-body movement or mindfulness workshops, and guided meditation sessions to help you unleash the power of your mind, whether you're an experienced meditator or just starting out.

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Yoga Duo

Partake in this mutually assisted yoga to improve your bond and foster a deeper interpersonal connection. Just trying out a couple's yoga class with your partner may inject more joy and commitment to your relationship.

CONNECTION

Wellbeing is not always a solo journey. For those who wish to share their wellbeing experience with a friend or partner, we have activities designed to channel the power of social connection and improve your emotional wellbeing. Whether participating as a couple or a group, you'll create new memories and forge deeper bonds, and may even discover something new about each other.

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Counter Tech Moves

Our modern lifestyles and movement strain our joints and muscles. In this workshop, you will learn simple and effective techniques to counter such strains and prevent future injuries.

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Herbal Massage Oil

This insightful workshop teaches you how to create your personalized therapeutic Thai herbal massage oil. Leave Veya with a bottle of the oil to recreate your own spa experience at home.

GROWTH

One of travel's greatest joys is leaving a place with new insights and a fresh perspective on life. From Laughing Exercise to Compassion Mediation, interactive group activities to customised private sessions, Veya offers a wide range of wellbeing activities that encourage you to acquire new skills and never stop learning. The possibilities are yours to own.

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Seaside Trek

Enjoy a morning trek along breezy Bangtao beach with a pair of customized walking poles for a thorough upper body workout. Burn calories and feel energized at the same time.

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Kayak Sights

Paddle through the serene lagoons of Laguna Phuket and take a close-up look into the lush tropical lagoon ecosystem on this expedition.

GROUNDEDNESS

When was the last time you completely immersed yourself in an unspoilt natural environment? Take advantage of Veya's verdant setting and rediscover nature's healing powers with our nature-based workshops and outdoor activities. Through beachside mediation and barefoot garden walks, we'll show you simple yet impactful ways of harnessing the power and science of nature to enhance your wellbeing.

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Compassion Meditation

This guided meditation will help you cultivate attitudes of affection, attention and appreciation to increase your happiness, reduce stress and increase social connectedness.

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Gratitude Meditation

This guided meditation helps cultivate a sense of contentment trough conscious breathing practices and appreciative mindset for the small thing in life.

PRACTICE

Your wellbeing journey is best sustained with an understanding and practice of virtues such as compassion, gratitude, and forgiveness. During your stay, we'll teach you how sustained mindful practice and regular reflection can help chart a path towards a calmer mind, increased happiness, and deeper connectedness, which you can bring home and practise in your daily life, even after you have checked out.

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Diet and Nutrition

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Sleep and Relaxation

Work Life, Learning and Fulfillment

Relationship with Family, Friends and Society

Emotional and Mental Wellbeing

Forgiveness, Gratitude and Empathy

Relationship with Nature

1a. How often do you eat all your meals regularly? (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
1b. How regularly do you eat more than 5 small bowls of fruits or vegetables a day?
1c. How frequently do you drink 2-2.5 liters of plain water a day?
1d. How often do you make an effort to avoid eating processed foods? (preserved and packed items)
1e. How conscious are you in moderating the intake of fat, salt and sugar?
1f. How often do you select healthier options when dining out? (eg. moderate intake of red meat, fried items,soft drinks, desserts, etc.)
1g. Do you eat sufficient quantities of food without being overly conscious of your weight?
1h. How regularly do you ensure that your emotions do not affect your eating habits? (eg. eating less or more or avoid eating when you are stressed)
2a. How consistently do you engage in moderate to vigorous exercise for at least 150 minutes in a week?
2b. How regularly does your exercise cover all the exercise groups - Cardio, Power, Strength and Stretch?
2c. How often do you faithfully stretch your body for at least 10 minutes, pre or post workout session?
2d. How often do you exercise your major muscle group? (arms, legs, front and back muscles)
2e. How commonly do you plan your exercises according to your body type? (Ectomorph - long and lean, endomorph -stocky build, mesomorph - middle of the body types)
2f. How often do you make time to engage in activities or sports that you enjoy?
2g. How frequently do you engage in light exercise, climb the steps, brisk walk or ride a non-electric bicycle to travel short distances?
2h. How consistently do you try to increase the intensity of your exercises? (eg. increase weights, improve the heart rate when you do cardio exercises, increase number of repetitions)
3a. Do you always sleep well for about 7-8 hours every night?
3b. How often do you sleep and wake up at regular time?
3c. How frequently do you take time to relax and calm down before sleep? (eg. take a warm shower, pray meditate, do light stretching exercise)
3d. How consistently do you minimise using blue light emitting electronic gadgets (mobile phones, television,laptop) at least 2 hours before sleep?
3e. How regularly do you feel refreshed after a night of sleep, without using any medication, alcohol or substance for the purpose of relaxation?
3f. How commonly do you sleep at one stretch without any interruptions? (waking up to go for urinal, disturbed with stomach irritability or getting scary dreams)
3g. When needed, how often do you take a short nap during the day time (eg. 10 minute nap at lunch time), and feel refreshed thereafter?
3h. Do you usually sleep adequately regardless of the stress that you are experiencing or special life events that are affecting you?
4a. Do you enjoy your current work?
4b. Do you generally feel that you are appreciated or recognised for your skills, strength or talents at work or in personal life?
4c. How frequently do you invest time in learning new skills that can improve your work performance?
4d. How regularly do you find time to follow your passion, interest or hobbies, even if you are busy with other commitments?
4e. Do you try to set achievable targets and strive to reach these goals within your set timeline?
4f. Are you able to take setbacks in a positive manner and continue to work towards success?
4g. Do you consciously utilise your skills, talents and strengths to mange your weaknesses?
4h. How often do you make a conscious effort to step out of your comfort zone or make time for new experiences? (eg. learning a new skill, try a new activitiy, participate in new experience)
5a. How regularly do you keep in touch with your friends/relatives? (personally visiting them, calling them, inviting them home)
5b. How often do you seek suggestions and opinions, share happiness or sadness with your family/friends?
5c. Do you generally feel valued and respected by your friends, family members or love ones?
5d. How often do you feel satisfied about the intimate life with your partner? If you are Single, how often do you feel satisfied about the level of trust and connections with your closest / best friends?
5e. Do you generally feel that you are respected and valued by your professional peers or supervisor?
5f. Do you usually maintain a cordial and collaborative relationship with your colleagues?
5g. How frequently do you feel interested, support or participate in community events or public causes?
5h. How consistenly do you treat people from different culture or backgrounds equally and respect different values and opinions?
6a. How consistently can you stay focused and mindful of the present moment?
6b. How routinely do you make time for private contemplation, meditation or prayer?
6c. Do you make a conscious effort not to interrupt and listen intently when one is expressing their thoughts and emotions?
6d. How frequently do you refrain from making assumptions or judgement before understanding the overall situation and viewpoint of the other?
6e. How often do you feel that you are conscious of managing your thoughts or emotion before acting on it?
6f. How usually do you remain faithful to your values and yet open minded to other's opinion and even criticism?
6g. Do you regularly try to listen to your consciousness when making major decisions in life, regardless of the social norms and expectations?
6h. How commonly do you feel optimistic and positive about the future rather than worrying about it?
7a. Do you practice selfcare when going through hard times? (eg. live healthy, make time to relax, seek support from others)
7b. How often do you consciously make an effort to create moments of joy with friends, colleagues or family members?
7c. How regularly do you express appreciation and gratitude to your friends, family and colleagues?
7d. Do you generally feel grateful for all the comforts you have in your life? (eg. being grateful for the public infrastructure, food supplies, vehicle, job)
7e. How frequently are you able to forgive yourself and make amends?
7f. How regularly are you able to forgive others, even though they have acted against you?
7g. How naturally do you spontaneously act for the welfare of others without expecting any returns (eg giving up you seat on public transport, extending a friendly smile or concious thank you to the restaurant waiter)
7h. How often do you give personal time, comfort, wealth or any personal resources for the betterment of others? (eg. care for others, give donations)
8a. How consistently do you engage in outdoor activities that allow you to stay connected to nature? (eg.doing gardening, walk in the park)
8b. Do you habitually try to stay connected with nature at home or workplace? (eg. keeping plant in the room or table, opening windows periodically to ensure air circulations)
8c. On a daily basis, do you always make an effort to conserve nature? (eg. reduce use of plastic, trying to reduce, recycle and reuse)
8d. Do you usually support or volunteer in nature conservation? (eg. donate to conservation groups,volunteering cleanups, planting trees, conserving water bodies)
8e. How frequently do you immerse in natural environment (eg parks, forest, sea, mountain) during your free time or holiday?
8f. How often you you appreciate the role of other species in the ecosystem even though they may cause discomfort to you?
8g. How often do you consider nature's elements (heat, cold, humid, dry) and nature's cycles (day and night, four seasons) and the impact they have on your physical and mental health?
8h. Do you generally consider or utilise complementary wellness therapies and wisdom for your daily health and wellbeing? (eg. Jamu, Herbal drink/medicine, traditional massage,Yoga, or Meditation)

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FAQ

What does the room rate include?

Your room rate includes:

· 1 private wellbeing consultation per guest

· Support of wellbeing host to plan and personalise wellbeing programme

· Unlimited access to group wellbeing activities during your stay

· Veya credits that can used for meals, spa treatments, and private wellbeing sessions

· Complimentary access to our gymnasium, swimming pools, and bicycles

What are the supplemental charges?

Your room rate does NOT include:

· Meals or minibar items

· Private class sessions

· Private excursion or tours

· Transfer, laundry, or Incidental Charges

Do I have to decide on a wellbeing programme before arriving at Banyan Tree Veya?

No. All guests start their stay at with a private wellbeing consultation. Guests will be advised on the best programme to suit their needs after discussing their health profile, interests, and goals. Guests are also free to change their pre-booked programme after this consultation.

Do you cater for solo travellers?

Yes, we welcome solo travellers, and in fact many of our guests come alone. We have a communal table at dinner, which is a great way to meet others for guests who choose to do so.

Do you allow children (age 12 and below) at the resort?

The facilities and services at Banyan Tree Veya are designed for adults seeking the time, place and expertise to improve their wellbeing. It is not recommended for children.

Is there a minimum length of stay?

We recommend a minimum 2-3 night stay. A 7-night stay will allow guests a chance to select from 50 activities offered each week.

Do you offer group retreats?

Although we recommend keeping our class sizes intimate to ensure a personalised experience, it is possible to organise group retreats with some adjustments. 

Is the resort properly insured for all these activities?

The hotel is insured for these activities. There is no significant difference in the risks or difficulty levels of the activities offered in the wellbeing programme as compared to those currently offered by the hotel.

Will you do any medical assessments before, during, or after the stay?

Medical assessments are not required, as the only objective is for you to gain new insights about yourself and make simple but impactful changes through the wellbeing activities.

Are there any health restrictions for participating in the activities?

We do not recommended this programme if you:

  • Have recurring injuries
    • Require medical aid
    • Have chronic health conditions
    • Had any surgeries in the past 6 months
    • Have been advised by your doctors to avoid strenuous physical activity

 

The "Urban Detox" module requires a disciplined diet. This track is not recommended for those with low blood pressure or low blood sugar levels. If in doubt, please consult your doctor.

What if I have special dietary needs or preferences?

Our chefs and wellbeing hosts are happy to support your dietary preferences and nutritional goals. However, we recommend sharing your needs before arrival.

 

Please note that lunches and dinners are not included in the programme, but can be redeemed with Veya credits.

Can I smoke, drink alcohol or drink coffee?

Smoking is not recommended. For your safety, we recommend consuming alcohol in moderation only in the evenings. Alcohol may impair your sense of balance and judgement when participating in wellbeing activities. Organic tea and coffee are provided in the villas.

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is at 14.00 and check-out is at 12.00.

How do I prepare for my stay?

There is no required preparation beyond your current lifestyle needs. Do bring along a few sets of comfortable sports attire and shoes, a swimming costume, sandals, sunglasses, a hat, and sun and insect protection.

Are mobile phones or drones permitted within the resort?

To respect the privacy of our guests, the use of drones is not permissible within the resort.

 

While you are at Veya, we encourage you to take the opportunity to be fully present and engaged in the moment. We recommend detaching from your digital devices during the day and fully immersing yourself in the Veya experience of connection with self, others, and nature.

How do I know my stay is a responsible/sustainable one?

Banyan Tree Veya is part of the Banyan Group multi-branded ecosystem, which was built upon a foundation of sustainability and wellbeing, and the unifying values of “Embracing the Environment, Empowering People”. All hotels, resorts, spas, galleries, golf courses and residences in the Group are unified under our environmentally and socially conscious “Stay for Good” programme, encompassing three core pillars that focus on environmental, communal and corporate social responsibility. Through this programme, we strive to inspire a better life for guests and associates with actionable, localised stewardship in existing and future locations.

 

For more information on our Stay for Good programme, please visit www.banyantreeglobalfoundation.com

Who could benefit from the Veya wellbeing programme?

Veya strives to raise one's self awareness and consciousness of the different pillars of wellbeing. It is a safe space for anyone who wishes to explore and discover tools and knowledge that will support them in improving their wellbeing long after they return home.

Is there Wi-Fi at Veya?

Yes, there is Wi-Fi at Veya. However, we recommend detaching from your digital devices during the day and immersing yourself fully in the Veya experience of connecting with self, others, and nature.

What if I need to postpone/cancel my stay? Can I change the date of my reservation?

Any cancellations or amendments to a reservation must be received by the hotel at least 14 to 30 days (according to season) ahead of arrival.

I wish to book for a large group/event/company retreat. Do I get a discounted rate?

Please reach out to us at chuwisorn.p@banyantree.com to allow us to understand your needs so that we can create a retreat catered to you.

Are all the activities conducted in groups?

All activities are conducted in groups, but all spa sessions take place in the privacy of your villa.

How many persons per class?

Our priority is to deliver intimate classes. The average class consists of 8 - 16 persons but some are limited to 2 - 4 persons.

Could I request for private sessions if I want to specialise in a specific areas?

Yes, this can be arranged and additional charges will apply.

Are the practitioners male, female, or mixed?

We have both male and female associates, and it is possible to make special requests for certain activities.

Are the instructors qualified for the programme?

Our instructors carry accredited wellbeing qualifications from their respective fields. Each of them has rich instructional and practical experience.

What language does your staff speak during activities?

English is currently the only language spoken during activities.

How many days do you recommend for each curated programme?

We recommend a minimum stay of 3 nights for a more rounded wellbeing experience. Staying for 7 nights will allow guests a chance to select from 50 different activities offered each week.

Are meals included in the programme?

Lunches and dinners are not included in the programme, but can be redeemed with Veya credits. The resort offers diverse menu and dining options. Veya is the signature restaurant at Banyan Tree Veya.

Is there a special diet required for the various tracks?

Our Wellbeing hosts can advise on menu selections based on your wellbeing needs and goals.

Is there a required attire for activities or any specific dress code during the stay?

We recommend:

  • Practice Classes - Sports attire
  • Learning Workshops - Casual, comfortable clothes
  • Selected cultural/inspirational activities - Smart casual attire
Do I need a minimum fitness level before joining classes?

Most classes are suitable for a wide range of fitness levels. They are designed for anyone with the ability to function on a daily basis with no recurring injuries, medical aid, or chronic health conditions. As our classes are purposely kept small and intimate, instructors will be able to moderate the intensity based on each participant. If you require an advanced level or a more personalised service, we recommend booking private sessions.

How do you recommend we arrange our schedules? Should each fitness day be followed by a relaxing day?

The choice is entirely yours. Our programme has been built to allow you total freedom. Depending on your fitness, energy level, and interest, you can decide to attend movement activities and learning workshops every single day of your stay. Our wellbeing hosts will be here to guide you along your journey, but a regular participant would attend 2 practice classes and 1 learning workshop per day.

What will happen if I miss a class? Can I join the next day?

Our schedule is fixed for each day in a week, so if you miss a particular class, it may not be available the next day. However, our wellbeing hosts will assist you to select another class to help you achieve your goals. Alternatively, we can also arrange private classes (with extra charges).

What happens if I want to do the same class twice?

Our schedule is fixed for every day of the week to allow guests to discover a wide range of activities they may be interested in. It may not be possible to repeat a class, but our wellbeing hosts can assist in selecting another class to help achieve your goals. Alternatively, we can also arrange private classes (with extra charges).

What if I would like to join a class from another ‘curated programme’?

The choice is entirely yours. Our programme has been built to allow you total freedom. On arrival, you will meet your wellbeing host who will design a programme that fits your goals. Alternatively, you can also communicate with your wellbeing host before arrival to do a pre-schedule.

Will I receive a certificate of completion at the end of the stay?

There is no certificate for completing the stay. The objective of this journey is to help you gain greater self awareness, familiarise yourself with different possibilities for wellbeing and discover your most preferred way to achieve your personal wellbeing goals.

What do I stand to gain at the end of my stay?

After your stay, you should have a clearer understanding of wellbeing. Through our recommended activities and curated programme, you will gain insights on achieving a more sustained and balanced practice across the different pillars of wellbeing.

 

Our activities are designed to deliver simple but impactful changes to your life. Our holistic approach to physical fitness will give you the opportunity to discover and learn about the multiple dimensions of physical fitness. You will gain or regain insights to enhance your lifestyle through our learning workshops. Some of the inspirational experiences may initiate fresh perspectives about your life, your relationships with others, and connection with nature.

 

As each of us is unique, our takeaway from each activity will differ. As such, we encourage you to try as many as activities as you can with no additional charges.

Is there continued support for my wellbeing practices after checkout?

Yes, each guest will receive a personalised home practice exercise guide to help you continue your journey at home. You may also find our Wellbeing practice videos on our social media pages, or check out our free digital wellbeing mobile webapp, Banyan Tree Beyond, at https://beyond.banyantree.com