St Tropez Dreaming, Byblos Spa by Sisley
As I walk the narrow alleys of stone, I am enchanted by this centuries-old town. The stunning Provençal architecture, with its towering pastel walls, roofs touched by sunlight, buildings adorned with wild bougainvillea, and windows with colorful flowers. The scent of jasmine fills the air with all the beauty that is St Tropez.
Perched high against a hillside, I approach the infamous Mediterranean villa, my heart sings. The Hotel Byblos Saint Tropez welcomes you with open arms. The discreet entrance sets the stage for quiet grandeur. A beautifully split stone staircase guides you down to the main entrance, drawing guests into a unique and enchanting world of luxury. A village within a village of shaded courtyards, terraces lush with gardens, and corridors touched with vibrant and colorful ceramic designs, a bohemian’s dream. Relaxed refinement. Intimate and extravagant.
I had arrived, and it was time to enter the Byblos Spa by Sisley
As I entered the spa, I was greeted with love and light by a staff proud to share the remodeled space. Inspired by nature and the path to true wellness, the space offers a sensorial experience with natural light, soft pastels, elements of stone, wood, and onyx. An exquisite indoor patio tantalizes the senses and is used for well-being workshops in yoga, meditation, breathwork, and more. An outdoor terrace offers beautiful vistas and beckons, inviting relaxation both before and after treatment.
My journey began with “Immersion” in the Turkish baths. This pre-massage ritual invites you to let go and free your mind. The spacious sauna and steam rooms were a treat, infused with subtle aromatherapy and radiant blue light to help detox and release. The “Waterfall” room followed, a mini-jungle oasis offering cold-water therapy, and “Misogi,” an ancient healing practice designed to achieve mental fortitude and enlightenment. Calm and free, I was ready for a massage.
My therapist, Christelle, guided me as we entered the couples retreat, known as the Lebanese Room. In an instant, I was captivated by the warm sensory atmosphere. Soft lighting, the scent of frankincense… but there was more. Walls of ancient carved wood and stone adorned the room. Where did this come from? I learned that the ancestral craftsmanship was from Lebanon. Each of the 100 stones was hand-picked and carefully transported from a 16th-century palace in Beirut, allowing you to be transported back in time as a calming and mystical energy envelops your senses.
A scent of your choosing curates each treatment. The specifics I left to Christelle. Face down, the massage started with slow rhythmic shiatsu, initiating deep relaxation. The core of the treatment was a symphonic orchestra of Thai and the beautiful strokes of Hawaiian Lomi Lomi. Soft touches of lymphatic drainage were gently incorporated throughout, and I drifted in and out of a dream state, relaxed and entirely at ease. Christelle turned me over and continued with harmonious strokes. She spoke about heart healing and awakening heart energy, then began a gentle form of acupressure in my chest cavity, known as Shanzhong, ‘the Sea of Tranquility,’ where the heart and emotions thrive. It is the ritual of awakening heart energy and heart healing. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is known for its ability to regulate Qi, the life-force energy. I was enlightened and beyond grateful.
As Christelle finished with soothing facial butterfly strokes, she said, “Your heart is full and happy, your energy positive!” What a wonderful omen.
I thought my journey was complete, but Christelle offered another treat, a Korean Lift. “What is this?” I asked. An airbrush mister infusing nano-droplets with vertical and horizontal strokes that instantly penetrate, tighten, and plump the skin. Wow! Hydration and even skin tone were visible in 5 minutes. After 20 minutes, the result was amazing. My skin glowed. I looked 15 years younger, the results lasting a whole week!
The staff invited me to relax in the Olive Terrace. I stayed for thirty minutes; it was hard to leave. I had just experienced the most amazing treatments and an unforgettable journey, now embedded in my heart. Filled with love, gratitude, and grace, I said my goodbyes. I was happy and now ready for vacation.
The Byblos Spa by Sisley is an ode to inner harmony, offering uniquely crafted therapies designed to restore inner peace and joy, as well as mental, emotional, and physical balance. The Byblos Epic Journeys are a must-do. For those who have yet to experience a spa day at the Byblos Spa by Sisley, we recommend you do. You will leave with a full heart and thankful for an unforgettable journey.
