As the experts in authentic yoga holidays, we have put together our short-list of the best yoga retreats in India. Here, we’ve picked our top five[...]
Christmas – an idyllic family celebration, inspired by harmony, peace, joy and pancakes – so at least the expectations. Unfortunately, the cheerful Christmas time is often superimposed by tasks to be done, whether it be the gift purchasing, the preparation of the perfect meal or the day[...]
You returned from your Ayurveda treatment in Sri Lanka or India and would you like to integrate Ayurveda into your daily routine at home? Are you interested in Ayurveda or an Ayurvedic diet and are curious to try out some recipes? This is easier than you might think! In the Ayurvedic diet it is[...]
The south Indian paradise Kerala has recently became, without doubt, one of the top must see in a lifetime holiday destinations. It is a beautiful region, directly on the Arabian sea, where serenity and stunning beaches determine pace[...]
While each chakra is different, they all share the same general characteristics. While unable to be physically seen, one can picture a chakra as a spinning wheel, hovering in place, connecting the physical person to the energetic[...]
In Ayurveda, the determination of your Dosha type is the first step to health and healing. Each person’s body and mind is made up of all three Dosha types, but everyone is more influenced by one. Knowing which dosha type you are most influenced by can help you make choices that improve your[...]
The far-eastern healing art of Ayurveda traditionally originates from the Indian sub-continent. The southern Indian state of Kerala and the island of Sri Lanka are considered as the best-known destinations for authentic ayurvedic treatments. Thailand is however, well on the way to becoming the next[...]
One of our colleagues has recently been to Nikkis Nest in Kerala, India. It was not only her first Ayurveda treatment, but also her very first trip to India. But see for yourself how she fared: A two week Ayurveda stay at Nikki’s Nest in Kerala should not only give me a relaxed and healthy[...]
Ayurveda Doshas: Vata – Everything okay despite the urge to move Vata is the most agile (principle). Its dominance brings forth speed, instability and a many-faceted personality with varied interests and talents. Vata-type people are active both bodily and spiritually, are curious and have a[...]
Ayurveda Dosha Types: Pitta – the burning fire that brings with it great strength The Pitta Dosha is primarily connected with fire and also includes water characteristics. With fire brings transformation, heat, metabolism and the production of energy. As our metabolism depends on the healthy fire[...]