DISCOVER SPA - THROUGH MY HANDS, THROUGH MY HEART
A Therapist's Journey at Himeyn Spa
By Melia, Spa Therapist at Veligandu Maldives
I still remember the soft scent of lemongrass in my aunt’s spa in Indonesia. I was just a young girl then, but I would sit quietly, watching her hands move gently but with purpose; soothing, healing, and comforting. My aunt inspired me deeply. It was in her little haven of peace that I fell in love with the art of massage and wellness.
She taught me everything she knew; not just techniques, but intention. I learned to listen to the body with my hands, to understand how pressure, movement, and stillness could help someone feel renewed. I worked with her for years, learning not just the flow of treatments but the essence of what it means to truly care for someone’s wellbeing.
Today, I carry those lessons with me here at Himeyn Spa at Veligandu Maldives, a serene sanctuary floating above turquoise waters, where every treatment is a journey of the senses. From traditional Balinese Massage and Aromatherapy to deep tissue treatments like Oriental or Muscle Ease Massage, we offer a wide range of therapies that cater to every kind of guest.
The Magic of Touch
Balinese Massage will always be closest to my heart. It’s a gentle, flowing therapy that uses only the hands, no elbows, just the rhythmic wave-like motion that we call the Ocean Wave technique. It’s light to medium in pressure, and it’s as relaxing for me as it is for the guest.
“I believe massage is an energy exchange, and when I am calm and centred, I can give that peace back through my hands”.
For guests looking for that light-medium pressure and total relaxation, I always recommend Balinese or Aromatherapy Massage. Our Aromatherapy massage uses a beautifully blended oil, and I love using the Lomi Lomi technique on the back. It’s a mix of hand, elbow, and palm rocking that melts away tension and invites deep rest.
For those who want stronger pressure or relief from deep muscle tension, I guide them toward our Muscle Ease Massage, Oriental Massage, or Thai Massage. Thai Massage is unique. It’s dry, incorporates yoga-style stretches and deep tissue pressure, and it really helps reset the body.
The Overwater Moment
My favorite time of the day is when I’m in our Overwater Therapy Villa. The sound of the waves, the natural light, the view; it’s so calming. When I’m there, setting up for a treatment, I always pause. I take a deep breath. I center myself. I believe that a relaxed therapist gives the most healing experience. So, I prepare not just the space, the oils, the towels but also my mind and spirit.
Why Veligandu Feels Like Home?
Working at Veligandu is a blessing. The resort is just the right size; easy to move around, with everything thoughtfully designed.
“Our team is like a family. Everyone is warm, supportive, and respectful”.
I love the team members accommodation too. It’s private, peaceful, and cozy. Something I deeply appreciate and different from other resorts that I worked before. And the uniform is beautiful and elegant. I feel proud every time I put it on.
More Than Just Massage
Himeyn Spa isn’t only about massages. We offer rituals from head to toe, including Maldivian Serenity Rituals, Romantic Retreats for couples, rejuvenating facials, wellbeing spa packages, Reiki, sound healing, Indian head massage, yoga, lymphatic drainage, manicures, and pedicures. Every service is crafted to help our guests feel whole again.
A Journey That Continues
When you visit Himeyn Spa, you are not just receiving a treatment. You are experiencing a story. A journey of care, tradition, and love that started for me in a small spa in Indonesia, and now continues here in Veligandu Maldives.
Let me take you on this journey through my hands, through my heart at our serene Overwater Himeyn Spa in Veligandu Maldives.
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