From January 16–18, St. Michael Health & Wellness proudly participated in an immersive Spontaneous Muscle Release Technique (SMRT) class held in San Diego, California—an advanced approach to bodywork that reflects St. Michael’s ongoing commitment to continuing education and professional excellence. This effort is part of a broader mission to stay informed, inspired, and aligned with READ MORE
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Moroccan Architecture and Interior Design: A Living Art Form
Moroccan Architecture and Interior Design: A Living Art Form Moroccan architecture and interior design are a visual expression of the country’s history, spirituality, and craftsmanship. Influenced by Amazigh (Berber), Arab, Andalusian, and Islamic traditions, Moroccan spaces are designed not only to be beautiful, but to create harmony, privacy, and balance between the inner and outer READ MORE
Morocco’s Living Apothecary: Essential Oils, Spices, and Healing Herbal Teas
Morocco is a land where wellness is woven into everyday life. From ancient trade routes to family kitchens and hammams, the use of essential oils, spices, and herbal teas reflects a holistic philosophy rooted in Amazigh, Arab, and Andalusian traditions. These natural elements are not luxuries—they are rituals of care, preservation, and balance passed down READ MORE
Moroccan Cuisine: A Symphony of Flavor, Color, and Spice
Moroccan Cuisine: A Symphony of Flavor, Color, and Spice Moroccan cuisine is a vibrant celebration of history, geography, and cultural exchange. Rooted in Berber traditions and enriched by Arab, Andalusian, Mediterranean, and African influences, the food of Morocco is known for its bold spices, layered flavors, and stunning presentation. Every dish tells a story—slow-cooked, deeply READ MORE
Izzaline: Marrakech’s First Spa Tradition
In the ancient medina of Marrakech, Izzaline is remembered as one of the city’s earliest spa traditions, rooted in the original Moroccan hammams that shaped daily life. More than a place for bathing, it embodied ritual, renewal, and community—where wellness was slow, intentional, and deeply connected to the land. These early spa practices centered on READ MORE
The History of Argan Oil in Morocco
Argan oil has long been used for food, skin, hair, and healing salves. In the 20th century, its remarkable benefits drew global attention. To protect both tradition and ecosystem, women-led cooperatives emerged—supporting fair wages, literacy, and sustainable harvesting. The argan forest’s cultural practices are now internationally recognized, helping preserve both heritage and biodiversity. Ancient Roots READ MORE
A Tale of Two Hammams: From Istanbul’s Marble Legacy to Morocco’s Living Ritual
A Tale of Two Hammams: From Istanbul’s Marble Legacy to Morocco’s Living Ritual The first journey of 2026 unfolded in Morocco—just yesterday, marked not by monuments alone, but by an immersion into one of the country’s most enduring traditions: the Moroccan hammam. This experience arrived with fresh eyes and a renewed appreciation for how different READ MORE
St. Michael’s Advocacy for National Cancer Prevention Month
St. Michael’s Advocacy for National Cancer Prevention Month Proactive Care, Wellness, and the Power of Prevention February marks National Cancer Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the actions we can take today to reduce cancer risk tomorrow. At St. Michael Health & Wellness, this month resonates deeply with our mission: to promote READ MORE
An Invitation Inspired by Our Past Retreat Journeys
Over the years, we have been honored to create and hold spaces where women could pause, breathe, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways. You are receiving this invitation because you have shown interest in wellness experiences rooted in reflection, renewal, and personal growth—and we wanted to share a little of the journey that has READ MORE
2025 Annual Report- A Year of Grace, Growth, and Global Wellness
Dear Valued Stakeholders, As we reflect on the close of 2025, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to each of you for your continued trust, partnership, and belief in St. Michael & Company. This past year has been one of meaningful growth and transformation. From expanding our global wellness perspective and strengthening our READ MORE
Global Wellness Retreat: Transformative Journey of Connection, March 4-13 2026
Join an extraordinary gathering of women of purpose from across the globe for a transformative three-day retreat. This inaugural event offers a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in a refined experience designed to inspire dialogue, nurture holistic wellness, and open pathways to new perspectives on life. Rediscover your strength. Reconnect with your spirit. Rise renewed. READ MORE
FUTURE HOME -St. Michael Health and Wellness Center
FUTURE HOME OF ST. MICHAEL HEALTH AND WELLNESS – After 8 years, we are excited to finally identify the home for our wellness place in the Philippines. Renovations and improvements are underway for an October soft opening. Thanks to Dale Mendoza for managing the project. A lot of moving pieces and behind the scenes activities. With READ MORE
Turkey- Spices and Essential Oils
Turkey is one of the most beautiful countries to visit. It takes a 12 hour plane ride from Washington DC to Istanbul, the capital of Turkey. It is a sensory overload for sure. From colors, textures, scents to taste. Also known for its most appetizing cuisines in the world, Turkish food and culture displays a READ MORE
 Wellness – The Brain and The Nervous System
WELLNESS- BRAIN AND THE NERVOUS SYSTEM. Feeling happy begins when we are centered and balanced. It all begins in the brain, the human body’s communication network – the nervous system, and our neurotransmitters and hormone production. Neurotransmitters are classified as excitatory or inhibitory, which help regulate our moods, appetite, and sleep-wake cycle. Examples of neurotransmitters READ MORE
Philippines – Exhale and Immersing With Nature
Mindshift: Pushing Beyond Your Limits Women’s Retreat was unlike any other women’s immersion retreat. Immersion comes from the Latin word immersion, a stem of immerser meaning “to plunge in, dip into, sink, submerge,” from assimilated form of in- “into, in, on, upon.” This retreat was an immersion in nature incorporating the five elements (metal, wood, READ MORE
Women’s Immersion Retreat: Mindshift- Pushing Beyond Your Limits
Mindshift: Pushing Beyond Your Limits February 24-26, 2023 “Understanding how your own mind operates frees you to become the person you truly are. Your mind wants to keep you safe… but only according to the rules it has learned. True freedom comes when you learn to choose to change your beliefs rather than running on READ MORE
Catch the Wind: Find Your Passion and Purpose
We are blessed to host our St. Michael’s Women’s Retreat ; Catch The Wind at Church Point Manor. The quintessential Carriage House was a great gathering place for intimate conversations to recharge and renew. The cellar provided a space to explore creativity during the vision board exercise. It was also a great space to exhale READ MORE
Philippines Spa and Wellness Destination Retreat
Recent statistics indicated that tourist arrivals in the Philippines declined to 1.5 million in 2020 compared to 8.3 million tourists recorded in 2019, translating to travel receipts amounting to US$1.6 billion in 2020 (from US$9.3 billion in 2019). St. Michael & Company Inc., both women-owned businesses, announced their 2023 wellness programs to boost travel and READ MORE
2023 Spa and Wellness Destination Retreats
St. Michael & Company is excited to announce its 2023 Spa and wellness Destination Retreats. Bali, Philippines, and Phuket are Top Asia’s best spa and wellness destinations. It’s not just a trip- it’s a wellness retreat. It combines spa treatments, nature tours, and other activities to reconnect with your inner stillness and creativity. Recharge your READ MORE
Travel Blog: Bali, Indonesia
TRAVEL BLOG: Bali St. Michael & Company recently visited the island of Bali in Indonesia. Bali is the province of Indonesia and is located in the westernmost part of the Lesser Sunda Islands and 2,232 mi². Denpasar is the provincial capital 4,317,404 people are living in Bali that is excluding foreigners. READ MORE
Travel Blog: Turkish Baths/Hammam
Aside from exploring the food, spices and essential oils in Turkey, came to check out the Hammam. Massage therapy books tell us that the history of spa treatments dates back as far as 5,000 years ago. The hammam in Turkey is one of the first and oldest massage therapy modalities We visited one of the READ MORE
Travel Blog: Turkey
St. Michael & Company Spa and Wellness visited the country of Turkey. Turkey sits in the borders of Asia and partly Europe . A vibrant and colorful country, located in the crossroads of the eastern Mediterranean. At heart of the city of Istanbul, you will find the famous Blue Mosque, the New Mosque, the READ MORE
Travel Blog: Greece
Happy Valentine’s Day from Athens where Valentine’s day originated. Derived from the Roman god of desire and affection, Cupid and his ancient Greek counterpart Eros. Eros was the godly child of Aphrodite. St. Michael & Company Spa and Wellness traveled this year to Greece. The country knows for its ancient history enriched with history and READ MORE
Travel Blog: India
From Catholicism to Hinduism, St. Michael & Company traveled to India. India is diverse in food, language, religion, arts, and traditions. We visited the cities of Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, and Varanasi. Our trip can be described as a pilgrimage of healing– profound, colorful, in-depth with meditation – Namaste- peace. Indian people are very religious. You READ MORE
Travel Blog: Jordan – Dead Sea Water
DEAD SEA WATER / HEALING PROPERTIES – May 2018, we joined the Jerusalem Pilgrimage and traveled through Aman, Jordan. We had the chance to experience swimming in the Dead Sea -Jordan side. According to Bible ancient stories, the Dead Sea is famous for its healing properties because it contains many minerals and its salt properties READ MORE
Travel Blog: Jerusalem and Holy Land
In 2018 we had our Holy Land pilgrimage where we visited several holy sites and churches. Our trip to Jerusalem and Holy is meaningful and memorable. These places are testament to stories of healing, power of touch and holy oils. The Church of the Annunciation located in Nazareth, in northern Israel is the READ MORE
Travel Blog: Jerusalem – Mediterranean Cuisine
In 2018, we traveled to Jerusalem explore the history of healing from the Biblical perspective and the use of aromatherapy such as essential oils and resins. During our trip, we had an opportunity to explore Mediterranean and “sunny” dishes, Mizrahi cuisine is often light, with an emphasis on salads, stuffed vegetables and vine leaves, READ MORE
Travel Blog: Petra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Petra located at Aman in Jordan is known as the center of ancient trade routes between Arabia, Egypt, and the Mediterranean Sea over 2000 years ago. It was capital city for trade of the powerful and wealthy during the ancient times. It was a major destination of foreign trades of the most exotic essential READ MORE
Travel Blog: Thailand
AROMATHERAPY AND THAI MASSAGE -Sawasdee-kha and Kapunkan. We are excited to share 2021’s highlight. We traveled to Thailand to learn about Thai Massage, a massage therapy modality that uses the infusion of aromatics, essential oil and herbal compress in treatment of muscle pain and for relaxation. Thanks to Thip Nuadthai Traditional Thai Massage and Phuket READ MORE
Hot Stone Massage
HOT STONE MASSAGE Description: Hot stone massage. Warm and soothing hot stone massage is ideal for people who have muscle pain and tension or who simply want to relax. This type of therapeutic massage eases muscle tension, improves blood flow, and relieves pain by using heated stones. Treatment Goals: Muscle Pain, Stress Relieve, Relaxation Indication: READ MORE