The Zulal Wellness Resort, the world’s first contemporary showcase of traditional Arabic and Islamic medicine (TAIM) and the world’s first wellness focused family resort, has been officially opened in Qatar.
Created by Qatari developers, Msheireb Properties, the 28 hectare resort offers guests unique services and treatments, which are based upon Arabic and Islamic wellness principles, using ingredients indigenous to the region.
Sited in Khasooma, on the Arabian Gulf coast the northern tip of Qatar, a 90 minute drive from the centre of the nation’s capital of Doha, for guests, the resort features over 120 rooms and suites, a spa lagoon, family pool and a wide selection of treatment villas.
Managed by Chiva-Som International of Thailand, the wellbeing retreat presents two specific approaches as part of its experience; Zulal Serenity, which focuses on the wellbeing of adult guests, and Zulal Discovery which invites families to connect and embark on a wellness journey together..
With over two decades of experience honed at its flagship resort in Hua Hin, Thailand, Chiva-Som is expanding its emphasis on indigenous wellness practices, presenting a menu of over 400 wellness treatments aim to inspire positive and enduring lifestyle changes.
Introducing the resort, Chiva-Som Chairman and Chief Executive, Krip Rojanastien advised “the opening of the wellness resort by Chiva-Som goes beyond our commitment to expand our global presence.
“This spectacular property is a special celebration of the national sustainability and wellbeing vision of the country. Together with our partners at Msheireb Properties, Zulal will define new heights in the wellness industry.”
Eng. Nasser Matar Al Kawari, Chief Executive of Msheireb Properties, added “we are very happy to open Zulal Wellness Resort in partnership with the internationally renowned Chiva-Som.
“The resort is aligned with our mission at Msheireb Properties to develop modern projects that are environmentally sustainable.
“We are excited to offer wellness treatments that are deeply rooted in the Qatari and wider Arab culture, presented in exceptional world class wellness facilities. While adopting a new approach to Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine and enhancing wellness for new generation and family bonding, the resort is set to significantly contribute to boosting the national tourism sector and support Qatar’s strategic plans in achieving economic diversification and its national vision.”
Zulal, meaning ‘pure natural water’ in Arabic, offers two distinctive zones for health and wellbeing. Adults can access a wide range of therapeutic and lifestyle enhancement treatments at Zulal Serenity. The family resort, Zulal Discovery, enables families to enjoy positive wellness experiences together, inspiring young children and their parents with fun, interactive activities that help them learn more about adopting a healthy lifestyle.
For more information about Zulal Wellness Resort go to www.zulal.com
Images courtesy of Zulal Wellness Resort/Msheireb Properties.
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Karen Sweaney
Co-founder and Editor, Australasian Leisure Management
Artist, geoscientist and specialist writer on the leisure industry, Karen Sweaney is Editor and co-founder of Australasian Leisure Management.
Based in Sydney, Australia, her specific areas of interest include the arts, entertainment, the environment, fitness, tourism and wellness.
She has degrees in Fine Arts from the University of Sydney and Geological Oceanography from UNSW.
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