Thai massage is more than a treatment - it is a practice deeply woven into Thai culture.

In New Zealand, Christmas is different. It carries expectation. It is filled with memory, pressure, nostalgia, and exhaustion. I feel this most clearly through my customers.

I will be spending most of my time in the bustling province of Nonthaburi, adjacent to Bangkok. Guess where my apartment is? I'm taking a well needed break and returning to Thailand! I'll be closing my massage studio from Tuesday 26 March and will reopen on the 21 April. As a Thai person, the pull of my homeland will always be strong. After a long absence, I will soon be returning to Thailand to reconnect with family. Much like the Maori culture, Thai people have a connection

Enjoying the landscapes & traditions of my new home Introduction The holiday season is a time of joy, reflection, and celebration around the world. While each culture brings its unique flair to festivities, there are instances where values from different corners of the globe seamlessly converge. In Thailand, a country renowned for its rich cultural heritage, the celebration of Christmas mirrors a harmonious blend of traditional Thai values and Western Christmas traditions. Re

We will explore and compare two distinct tattoo traditions from opposite corners of the world: traditional Thai tattoos and Māori tattoos.

We explore the empowering notion of embracing new horizons and stepping into the unknown.