HALONG, Vietnam, June 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For travellers who have ticked off the standard resort holidays and buzzing city escapes, a quieter kind of luxury is drawing attention on the other side of the Coral Sea. In Vietnam's Ha Long Bay - that otherworldly maze of limestone towers rising from emerald water - a boutique wellness cruise called Bhaya Soul is offering Australians a restorative escape built for digital detox, deep relaxation and a meaningful reset.
Launched as a dedicated wellness vessel from Bhaya Cruises and recognized on TIME's "World's Greatest Places 2026" list, Bhaya Soul reimagines the classic overnight sailing as a floating retreat. With only 20 suites, the vessel is intimate by design. It carries small groups along one of the longest routes in the region, slipping into the quieter corners of Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay where the modern world gives way to a deeper sense of stillness.
A Sanctuary formed by Space and Stillness
Wellness is not treated as an add-on but seamlessly integrated into each day. Evenings close with a "Sleep Well" meditation, inviting guests to put away their devices, quiet the mind and ease into rest as the bay settles into darkness. Mornings begin gently with a mindful walk through Tien Ong Cave, where ancient limestone formations create a grounding start to the day. These rituals are designed to help guests reconnect with their bodies, their surroundings and the pleasure of moving at a slower pace.
The sense of ease continues across the vessel. Guests can unwind in the Horizon Lounge or linger by the outdoor pool while limestone peaks drift across the view. Each suite is conceived as a private cocoon, boasting its own private sun lounger and a bay-view bathtub. The interiors lean into a calm palette of sea blues and natural textures, creating an atmosphere of quiet harmony that allows the frantic pace of modern life to instantly soften. Nourishment is equally considered, with fresh, locally sourced menus and an inclusive foot ritual utilising traditional Vietnamese wellness herbs.
For Australian travellers, the journey is refreshingly simple, with convenient flight connections to Hanoi and an easy onward transfer to Ha Long Bay.
Introducing the Soul Sanctuary series
Building on the success of its previous chapters, Bhaya Soul is elevating its wellness offering with the return of the Soul Sanctuary series. Coming back on board with an expanded calendar of departures, this exclusive series is meticulously designed for those who want to dive deeper into self-care.
The series blends nature-connected activities with specialised holistic therapies, structured across two tiers of experiences:
- The Weekly Experience (Complimentary for All Guests): Selected sailings feature a hands-on Herbal Eye Sachets Workshop. Guests can craft their own soothing eye pillows using traditional Vietnamese herbs.
- The Signature Experience: Travellers can align their travel dates with specialised wellness masters on select departures:
- October 12 & 29: A deeply grounding Sound Bath Experience, utilising the resonant, ethereal frequencies of the handpan and crystal singing bowls to release tension and restore energetic alignment.
- November 11 & 21: An exclusive Yoga and Ocean Breathwork retreat, aligning physical movement and conscious breathing with the natural ebb and flow of the pristine gulf waters.
- October 12 & 29: A deeply grounding Sound Bath Experience, utilising the resonant, ethereal frequencies of the handpan and crystal singing bowls to release tension and restore energetic alignment.
- November 11 & 21: An exclusive Yoga and Ocean Breathwork retreat, aligning physical movement and conscious breathing with the natural ebb and flow of the pristine gulf waters.
Here, Ha Long Bay becomes more than a destination: it is a place to disconnect, reset and return with renewed clarity.
Reservations: Rates start from AU $464 per person, per night. Secure your wellness escape via email sales@bhayacruises.com, or visit bhayacruises.com.
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HONG KONG, June 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- With its exceptional adaptability amid complex geopolitical conditions and a robust trust framework, Metis Global Group ("Metis" or the "Group") has once again been recognised with the "Trustee Service Excellence Award" at the Bloomberg Businessweek/Chinese Edition Financial Institution Awards, marking the Group's seventh time receiving this distinction. This recognition reflects the Group's sustained standing within the Asia-Pacific trust industry and coincides with the 10th anniversary of its subsidiary, Metis Global (Cook Islands) Limited ("Metis CI"). Together, these milestones highlight the Group's long-term resilience and commitment to safeguarding client assets amid a period of global economic transformation in 2026.
Deepening Cross-Jurisdictional Footprint to Construct a Global Asset Firewall
Entering 2026, international tax transparency and cross-border compliance requirements have reached new heights. Client demands have evolved from simple asset custody to systematic "legal defence". Through strategic positioning in key jurisdictions such as Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, and the Cook Islands, Metis establishes multi-layered asset protection mechanisms for its clients.
Among these operations, Metis CI, celebrating its 10th anniversary as a licensed trust company strictly regulated by the Cook Islands Financial Supervision Commission (FSC), has successfully translated the jurisdiction's world-renowned trust protection laws into peace of mind for clients over the past decade. The Group's professional team seamlessly integrates rigorous international Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards with cross-border compliance procedures. This enables swift responses to regulatory shifts and supervisory requirements across jurisdictions, ensuring that trust structures maintain exceptional legal protection and stability for cross-generational succession, serving as the most reliable financial safe haven in a volatile landscape.
Leadership Vision: Trusts as Vehicles for Safeguarding Spirit and Ambition
Dr German Cheung, Founder and Chairman of Metis, stated: "Winning this award for the seventh time symbolises our success in weathering market cycles. As we look at the market today, a trust is no longer merely a tool for wealth distribution; it is a firewall protecting family legacy and future vision. In response to shifting market demands, our business development team has collaborated closely with our local team in Singapore to provide Greater China clients with innovative asset allocation solutions through new combinations. We pursue not only depth of professionalism but also resilience in service, ensuring that no matter how the external environment changes, our clients' entrustment remains as solid as a rock."
Practising Sustainable Operations: Embedding ESG into the Corporate DNA
While pursuing professional excellence, Metis views sustainability (ESG) as a core corporate driver. Moving away from traditional charity, the Group adopts a deeply engaged approach:
- Talent Cultivation: As a key partner of the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) UK in Asia, the Group continuously introduces international standards to supply the industry with highly ethical professionals.
- Educational Equity: Long committed to addressing the unequal distribution of resources, the Group supports rural educational facilities and underprivileged students, leveraging the power of knowledge transfer to drive social mobility.
- Cultural Empowerment: The Group supports diverse artistic creation and cultural preservation, fostering a balanced development between material wealth and spiritual civilisation within society.
Pioneering Asia-Pacific, Defining A New Benchmarks for Trust Services
Earning the Group's seventh international recognition is an honour, whilst a decade of cross-border cultivation has laid a solid Asia-Pacific foundation for the Group. Standing at this new crossroads of global finance, Metis will continue to leverage its synergies and resource advantages. The Group aims to lead the trust industry in achieving a perfect equilibrium between financial technology innovation and rigorous legal frameworks, responding to the trust of global clients with elevated professional standards to achieve cross-generational asset succession.
About Metis Global Group
Metis Global Group is a financial group that strives to provide unconventional trust and wealth management solutions to clients in Asia. As members of a well-established group, Metis Global (Singapore) Pte. Limited, Metis Global Limited, and Metis Global (Cook Islands) Limited offer trust solutions from jurisdictions that have well-developed trust protections which provide clients with comprehensive asset protection.
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Metis Global Group Honoured at Bloomberg Businessweek Financial Institution Awards, Defining A New Standard for "Asset Resilience" in Turbulent Times
