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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Tranquil Breeze Brings Calm To Airlie Beach

Tucked inside the Whitsunday Shopping Centre, Tranquil Breeze Massage has been helping locals and visitors unwind since new owners Angela and Grant opened their doors on September 17.

Angela says the business has quickly developed a roster of loyal customers, thanks to its convenient location and calming atmosphere.

“There’s lots of foot traffic going past, and it’s great to see people stop in to relax,” she said.

Originally from Taiwan, Angela and her family moved to Australia in 2019, drawn to the Whitsundays’ slower pace and friendly community.

“We wanted a smaller, more relaxed atmosphere than the cities,” she said. “It’s such a good lifestyle here for our kids.”

After more than two decades in the massage industry, Angela brings a wealth of experience and professionalism to her new venture. Tranquil Breeze Massage specialises in a range of treatments designed to suit different needs from deep tissue and remedial massage to relaxation and foot therapy, each delivered in a warm, welcoming space.

Angela says she’s passionate about helping people feel better, whether that’s easing sore muscles after a long day or simply providing a moment of calm in someone’s busy schedule.

“Everyone is different,” she said. “My favourite is feeling people relax, everyone is so different and every time I finish a massage people say that they love it. And that is a good feeling.”

Life in Taiwan, she explains, was convenient and safe, but the work culture was demanding. The move to Airlie Beach has allowed her family to find the balance they were searching for, trading the fast-paced city life for tropical serenity.

Now, with two daughters happily settled at school and a growing customer base, Angela says she’s grateful for the support of the community and looks forward to continuing to offer a tranquil retreat for locals and visitors alike.

Angela, an expert in massage, is now at Tranquil Breeze Massage in Cannonvale

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