SHANGRI-LA’S Mactan Resort & Spa Cebu had its annual Global Wellness Day last June 9. This year marks the third year that Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is part of the movement on the road to wellness with each property showcasing complimentary offers as well as incorporating homegrown attractions and ingredients for in-house and day use guests.
Celebrating health and wellness in their fashion, Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa Cebu’s Global Wellness Day started bright and early with the underwater cleanup at the marine sanctuary headed by its resident marine biologist, Lourdes Jimenez, with the participation of guests who registered for the activity and different departments of the resort.
Other activities included Plogging, where participants picked up litter while jogging; Pound by Z!nk at Treasure Island, a fitness acitivity in which particpants work out using drumsticks coupled with dance moves; Tae Bo at the Beachfront; Water yoga at the main wing pool and Arnis at E-Zone Garden.
Meanwhile, healthy selections were served at restaurant Tides as well as sustainable seafood at Acqua and organic treats at Cowrie Cove Seafood Bar & Grill.
A Water Shiatsu massage tutorial also took place at Chi, The Spa. This treatment has many benefits like reduced stress, increase in flexibility and body awareness since the treatment focuses on stretching and induces a deep state of relaxation, thanks to the heated water and therapeutic massage strokes.
Living a healthy and active lifestyle gets easier these days with the growing list of activities and healthy food options one can participate and indulge in—all it takes is a “Yes” and a day to make the change.