Travel & Living

Embark on a Series of Immersive Experiences to Celebrate World Mental Health Day

GCC travellers looking to revive their soul, mind, and body are invited to embark on a series of immersive experiences at some of the world's more luxurious resorts and leading holistic wellness spaces in celebration of World Mental Health Day on the 10th October 2022.

Aimed to inspire reconnection and alignment, these resorts offer a tranquil escape to let the world slip away and become immersed in nature. 

 

UNWIND IN TOTAL PRIVACY AT THE EMERALD SPA

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Located in the heart of the Fasmendhoo Island in Raa Atoll, one of the largest private islands in the Maldives, and surrounded by the tropical garden of the resort, the Emerald Spa built in Balinese style, offers a wide range of wellness rituals and traditional oriental facial and body treatments for which natural products of the British brand Elemis are used.

Guests have access to eight couple rooms, including an Ayurvedic treatment room, a beauty salon, and a manicure and pedicure room. In addition to these, a wet area with sauna, Turkish bath and jacuzzi, as well as an outdoor lounge are also some options to explore.

The ocean front Yoga Pavilion, located on the beach near the Sunrise Café, is available for individual sessions and group classes organized by the resort's trainers four times a week at sunrise and sunset.

For more information please visit emerald-maldives.com/experiences/emerald-spa

 

DISCOVER TRADITIONAL ARABIC AND ISLAMIC MEDICINE AT ZULAL WELLNESS RESORT

Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, Qatar’s largest wellness resort, and the world’s first to blend Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine (TAIM) with a holistic wellness approach, invites guests to embark on a unique wellness journey with an immersive experience catering to the diverse needs of each and every guest.

Using Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine, Zulal Wellness Resort's expert team restores and balances the foundational elements of health through nutrition, physical therapy, fitness, mental health, digestive therapy, and an overall nurturing of the human spirit, in order to provide endless benefits. Practised by ancestors, the philosophies behind TAIM stay true to the human spirit, reconnecting souls back to the earth guided by the principles derived from traditional Arabic medicine. As part of Zulal Wellness Resort's signature therapies, local herbal products are infused with traditional healing ingredients to ensure a truly unique and profound wellness experience.

At Zulal, the healing journey not only encompasses the body and its functions but extends further to spiritual healing to leave guests with a feeling of peace, harmony, and inner calm with the dedicated Energy Healing and Mindfulness sessions to help boost inner balance and harmony with nature and to learn new skills with loved ones.

For more information please visit https://www.zulal.com/

 

BREATHE IN THE CRISP MOUNTAIN AIR AT ULTIMA GSTAAD

Ultima Gstaad Luxury Spa, Pool, Hammam in the Swiss Alps

The perfect escape for the soul, mind, and body, is a retreat in the high-end city of Gstaad in the beautiful Swiss Alps at Ultima Gstaad. Undoubtedly one of the finest properties in Switzerland, the resort is thoughtfully designed with a blend of traditional Swiss architecture and modern design, combining ultra-luxury amenities, rustic warmth, and state-of-the-art technology.

Ultima Gstaad’s exquisitely crafted chalets house eleven refined suites featuring chic-yet-lavish interiors, steam fireplaces for cosy evenings, and private terraces or balconies with breathtaking views overlooking the Alps.

Put your comfort and health in the hands of Ultima Gstaad’s world-leading medical professionals while unwinding at the resort’s leading Swiss Perfection clinic and spa. With curated treatments using unmatched technologies, techniques and standards prepare to drift away in the havens of white and black marble. While on the property, guests can enjoy a cinema room, fitness centre, indoor and outdoor jacuzzies and a 15m pool.

For more information please visit https://www.ultimacollection.com/en/collections/ultima-gstaad

  

REJUVENATE IN STYLE AT CHEDI AL BAIT

The Chedi Al Bait is an elegant Arabian haven, designed to restore the peace and balance of the mind, soul and body. Drawing inspiration from the original meaning of “Chedi”, a mystical paradise of enchantment and serenity, the spa offers guests a sanctuary to relax and recharge.

This summer, guests are invited to discover their wellbeing with an experience holistically infused with elements to nourish the body, mind and heart. The Ancient Balinese massage revitalises and brings balance to the body with the combination of gentle stretches, acupressure, and relaxing long stroke massage.

Valid until 30 September 2022, the “Rejuvenate in Style” package at The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah includes daily breakfast served at The Restaurant, as well as a 60-minute Ancient Balinese Massage for 2 per stay.

For reservations and more information, please visit https://www.ghmhotels.com/en/the-chedi-al-bait-sharjah/packages-promotions/rejuvenate-in-style/