Like all massage students in Thailand, female prisoners at the Chiang Mai Women's Correctional Center can also enroll in an 800-hour program to become a Thai massage therapist, a tradition still ...

An innovative program in Chiang Mai offers incarcerated women training and certification in the UNESCO-recognized therapy Nuad Thai—and an opportunity for a better life. Like all massage students in ...

While the practice of Nuad Thai can now be found in spas throughout the world, the soul of the humble therapy hasn’t changed much in the place where it was born. Among the towering spires and ceramic ...

Thailand is world-renowned for its tropical beaches, exquisite food, and relaxing massages, making the country the ideal escape for both budget-conscious and luxury travelers. In fact, UNESCO formally ...

Practice of nuad Thai, which has gained global recognition, is added to Unesco’s ‘intangible cultural heritage’ list The body-folding, sharp-elbowed techniques of Thai massage have been added to ...

Nature is no doubt the best healer. A few minutes in the wilderness, you can already feel lighter and breathe a bit easier. In the middle of a pristine rainforest on an island off the east coast of ...