Chill Out in Bangkok   Spas Bangkok has an excellent selection of spas and is a great place to try out both favourite treatments which often have an innovative twist using natural ingredients grown locally.   Many hotels have spas and there are also "tropical day spas" often in Thai houses with beautiful gardens. The Sivara Spa at the Amari Watergate Hotel, Pratunam  This urban paradise offers blissful treatments in a serene environment, right in the heart of the city. Skilled therapists perform soothing treatments and a personalized service in one of eight exclusive treatment rooms. These include three themed double rooms, each of which have signature treatments. These rooms can also be used for 'close to you' massages with a partner. The Mystical Forest room harnesses the spirit of the forest and allows clients to meditate on the power of nature.  This botanically inspired room features a tropical rain shower to wash away the stress of the day.  The refreshing blends of essential oils used for the massages will leave the body feeling rejuvenated.  In Floral Bloom, guests can be guaranteed that tension will drain away and the spirit will revived with a rose-petal bath in this floral paradise.  The fragrances of flowers will cleanse and purify the soul, whilst the ylang ylang, lavender and majoram essential oils used in the treatments provide the ultimate indulgence.  In the Herbal Inspiration room, the healing qualities of herbs, whose beneficial effects have been known for centuries, are combined with luxurious pampering.  Signature treatments include a herbal bath as well as vegetable scrubs and wraps. Indulgence available from 8:00 am -10:00 pm The Oriental Spa The spa offers a range of innovative eastern and Thai health and beauty services that pamper and invigorate guests in a luxurious atmosphere.  The spa is located opposite the Oriental Bangkok Hotel across the Chao Phraya River and can be accessed by a brief picturesque boat ride. Banyan Tree Spa This is also a top rated hotel spa, located on top of a high-rise building so not only the service but the views are fantastic. The Being Spa Located in a traditional Thai house on Sukhumvit Soi 49, you will enjoy a both excellent treatments and a serene atmosphere. Balavi Natural Health Center This center offers 5 or 10 day course and includes treatments such as detoxification.   Besides the basic aerobic and muscle training equipment they have both East-West body and mind training classes and subconscious training.   Located on 191/3 Soi Ranong 1, Praram 6 Rd. Samsennai, Phyathai. Thai Massage Wat Po the main centre for teaching traditional Thai massage and as such is an excellent place to go for a massage.   If you wish to master this arcane art, a two-week course is run at the school costing Bht. 4,500.   Telephone 66 2 221-2974. Buddhist Meditation The headquarters of the World Fellowship of Buddhists is on 33 Sukhumvit Rd between Soi 1 and Soi 3 is the most convenient place to learn about Thai Buddhism.   Meditation classes are held in English each Wednesday from 5:00pm - 8:00pm.