Let your soul free, fast…
Buddha House Ibiza, San Juan, Ibiza, Spain
Set far away from urbanisation, in the hills of northern Ibiza with stunning, panoramic views of the island and its sunsets, Buddha House – the vision of German born, globally trained fasting expert Ilona Pantel – is an oasis of tranquil tropical gardens, a beautiful infinity pool and watchful-eyed Buddhas protecting occupants as they undertake life-changing retreats which purify, renew and refresh the body and soul.
There are two main programs: a 4-day detox weekend and a one-week fasting retreat, each enhancing your health with benefits including weight loss, anti-ageing, controlling addictions, strengthening immunity and boosting metabolism among others.
The detoxification technique - created by world-renowned Dr Buchinger - uses tea, organic fruit juices and vitamin, mineral and protein packed vegetable broths (changed daily to avoid boredom) plus two to three litres of water per day to help flush out and eliminate toxins.
Yoga, kneippism, Thai massages, reflexology, sound healing, visualisation, enemas, walking, the use of a chi-machine plus lectures and one-to-one health consultations – conducted by highly experienced and respected practitioners – are incorporated daily. As your retreat comes to a close Ilona - also a psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and dietician – integrates you safely back into reality.
Accommodation is included and the property - available to rent as a holiday villa - boasts six divine double rooms plus a quaint wooden cabin, deluxe, modern open plan studio and an exotic Indonesian loft hut. A purpose built Healing Dome is also onsite, hosting wellbeing workshops throughout the year.
Whether you go solo, with your partner or a group of friends, it takes great courage to undertake these programs, but the results speak for themselves, leaving you re-energised, revitalised and rejuvenated. A retreat experience at the supportive haven that is Buddha House really is a holiday, in the true sense of the word.
Published on August 14, 2009