First on my list was Ravissante — French for ravishingly beautiful — which epitomises how owners Jane and Bee want their clients to feel. Opened in March 2008, Ravissante’s spa treatments are a fusion of Eastern and Western techniques, with options to mix and match between the different treatments, which begin from RM98. Ravissante uses different ranges from Ella Bache, a French skincare brand, which is available for sale in the spa.

The Welcome to Bali package (RM148 for the first trial, RM306 normal price), began with a whitening lemon body scrub. Unlike most body scrubs, which tend to be too abrasive, this was gentle and soothing, yet effectively exfoliated at the same time. A jacuzzi milk bath followed and was such a relaxing experience that it had me nodding off (it’s no wonder Cleopatra was a big fan of milk baths).

After my bath, Regine, my therapist began my 1 hour Swedish massage by rubbing me with faintly scented oil. Using her knees and elbows on various parts of my body, Regine managed to alleviate most of my muscle stiffness. Not only that, she also managed to crack my finger and toe joints (something I never could do), leaving my body completely relaxed.

Apart from spa treatments, Ravissante also offers slimming treatments, facials, manicures and pedicures. Members receive 20% off all ala carte services and 10% off all skin care products and in - house packages.