URBAN escapes

Unwind and rejuvenate the body and soul no passports needed

- Arissa Ha

Miss the tranquillity and solace we all enjoyed during the three years we stayed put in Singapore? Well, these five-day spas and mini retreats offer a blissful respite from the daily grind without having to travel abroad.

SLICE OF PARADISE 

Away from the unrelenting hum of traffic and construction on the mainland, the award-winning Oasia Spa on Sentosa is a tranquil sanctuary that offers solace from the pressures of modern life. Besides offering massage and facial services, Oasia Spa is also a one-stop wellness destination complete with a meditation lounge, sauna, gym and swimming pool. The spa’s Signature Massage ($150 for 60 mins, $200 for 90 mins) eases muscle tension with a fusion of Asian massage techniques that include Thai, Shiatsu and Indian. Extend your spa-cation with the Oasia Wellness Signature ($1,241), which includes a two-night stay at Oasia Resort Sentosa, and a 60-minute massage for two. Take your time to clear your mind as you soak in the lush environs of the island, before winding down with their signature teas served at Oasia Spa’s Tea Lounge.

TAKE A BREATHER