Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som is offering an exclusive offer to celebrate Kuwait National Day taking place on the 25th of February 2025

In celebration of Kuwait National Day 2025 on the 25th of February 2025, Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som invites Kuwait nationals and residents to enjoy a special offer throughout the month of February with exclusive benefits. Located in the tranquil coastal town of Al Ruwais, Qatar, Zulal Wellness Resort presents an unrivaled experience that seamlessly blends traditional Arabic holistic practices with contemporary wellness principles. This unique fusion offers guests an immersive journey towards rejuvenation and wellbeing. The Kuwait National Day offer will include a 10% discount on the best available rates for retreat bookings across the property, a 10% discount on all à la carte spa treatments during their stay, and early check-in and late check-out upon availability.

Just a short flight of around 1.25 hours from Kuwait, Zulal combines convenience with luxury, making it an ideal destination for a rejuvenating escape. Guests can unwind and rejuvenate in the resort’s world-class spa, enjoy signature wellness activities, and indulge in nourishing gourmet cuisine, all against the backdrop of the serene Arabian Gulf. Offering a unique experience with tailored wellness retreats Zulal Wellness Resort caters to personalised health resolutions through transformative journeys curated to meet individual needs.

Guests can book directly through the website and enjoy special benefits with the code KWND25. This limited-time offer also applies to existing packages, encompassing the acclaimed Wellness Plus and Kids On Us offers, making it the perfect time to embark on a restorative wellness journey.

Offering a blissful sanctuary for guests of all ages, Zulal Wellness Resort provides two unique experiences: Zulal Serenity, an adults-only retreat, offers a serene environment for those seeking mindful rejuvenation and peaceful self-reflection, while Zulal Discovery welcomes guests of all ages, particularly families, to elevate the joys of healthy living and a wellness-focused lifestyle. Drawing inspiration from the region’s cultural and philosophical tapestry, each retreat at Zulal Wellness Resort is curated to revitalize the body and spirit, making it the radiant escape for friends, family, or wellness enthusiasts alike.

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What: Kuwaiti National Day Offer

About: Zulal Wellness Resort invites Kuwait guests to book directly via reservations@zulal.com using the code KWND25 to enjoy exclusive benefits. Furthermore, this limited-time offer also apply to existing packages, including the Wellness Plus and Kids On Us offers.

When: February 1 to February 28, 2025

Offer:

To be booked from February 1 to February 28, 2025, valid for Kuwait nationals and residents.

Discount Code: KWND25

Bookings: For bookings and stays throughout the month of February 2025,  Kuwait nationals and residents who book directly via reservations@zulal.com using the code KWND25 are entitled to an additional 10% off their stay when availing Zulal Wellness Resort’s generous Wellness Plus stay, pay offer and Kids On Us offer, where kids can dine and stay with compliments.

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For more information and reservations, please visit www.zulal.com.

Empowering the community with movement, mindfulness, and sustainable wellbeing

Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, the Middle East’s first and largest full immersion wellness destination, is proud to announce its partnership with Aspire Zone for Qatar National Sports Day 2025 to promote health, wellbeing, and an active lifestyle within the community.

Taking place on Tuesday, 11 February 2025, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Aspire Park (Pitch No. 10 and 11), Zulal Wellness Resort will host a series of wellness sessions designed to encourage a balanced and active lifestyle. Participants can experience Hatha Yoga, Mindful Meditation, Tai Chi, and Thai Boxing, all led by expert practitioners to help improve strength, flexibility, and mental clarity.

In addition to the sessions, Zulal Wellness Resort will have an interactive booth where visitors can learn more about the resort’s Traditional Arabic & Islamic Medicine (TAIM) approach, explore its family wellness programmes, and discover how sustainable living is integrated into everything it does.

Ammar Samad, General Manager of Zulal Wellness Resort, commented, “At Zulal, we are passionate about inspiring people to take a holistic approach to their health – physically, mentally, and emotionally. Qatar National Sports Day is the perfect opportunity to share this with the community, encouraging everyone to embrace wellness in a way that feels natural and enjoyable. Through our partnership with Aspire Zone, we are excited to offer sessions that combine movement with mindfulness, while also highlighting the importance of family wellness and the deep-rooted wisdom of TAIM.”

Zulal Wellness Resort continues to be a pioneer in wellness hospitality, blending the wisdom of Traditional Arabic & Islamic Medicine with modern wellness principles to create transformative experiences that prioritise family wellness, sustainability, and holistic wellbeing.

For more information or reservations, email Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som at reservations@zulal.com, call/WhatsApp +974 4477 6555 or visit www.zulal.com

On 14 February 2025, step into an evening of romance and indulgence at Acacia Restaurant, the fine-dining gem of Zulal Wellness Resort. Savour an exquisite menu inspired by International and Arabian cuisine, deeply rooted in Qatari culinary heritage and crafted with the finest ingredients to promote both flavour and wellbeing.

Gift your loved one and make it special by exploring the Huzan Aesthetics Centre, a sanctuary where science meets beauty. Using cutting-edge technology, our expert team offers personalized treatments to enhance Natural Beauty, including Skin Rejuvenation, advanced Hair Reduction, and non-invasive cosmetic enhancements.

Start your beauty journey with a VISIA facial imaging scan, providing a detailed skin analysis for tailored recommendations. Indulge in Bioplasma™ and JetPeel® therapies for deep cleansing and hydration, or opt for Soprano® laser treatments for smooth, flawless skin. For those seeking age-defying results, explore Thermage CPT®, Ultraformer III, and PRP treatments that stimulate collagen, enhance skin elasticity, and promote hair growth.

Also celebrate love with the gift of wellness at Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som. Our luxurious spa treatments offer the perfect way to unwind, rejuvenate, and reconnect. From soothing couple’s massages to therapeutic body treatments and holistic therapies, every experience is designed to promote relaxation and harmony.

Give your loved one the ultimate treat—a wellness journey that nurtures the mind, body, and soul. Whether it’s a revitalizing facial, stress-relieving massage, or detoxifying body wrap, our expert therapists ensure a deeply restorative and romantic escape.

ACACIA RESTAURANT BOOKINGS:

Price: QAR 395 per person for visitors (walk-in guests). Limited seats available.

Acacia Restaurant menu.

Secure your table today and celebrate love, beauty, and wellbeing in an unforgettable setting.

For reservations, contact us at +974 4477 6500 or WhatsApp +974 4477 6555.

For additional information or reservations, email Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som at reservations@zulal.com, or visit www.zulal.com

New specialised retreats and bundles support intergenerational connections, family bonding and overall holistic health

The Middle East’s first and largest full immersion wellness destination, Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, is further enhancing its family wellness offerings with a range of new wellness retreats for children and treatment bundles for the whole family. Each carefully crafted to enhance and complement the existing family offering available at Zulal Discovery, the segment of the resort designed exclusively with families in mind, the new additions focus on family bonding and wellbeing and are designed to help guests of all ages balance mind, body, and spirit.

Programmes at Zulal Discovery, the only resort in the world to offer dedicated family wellness, balance active family time with individual wellbeing. Comprising a thoughtfully devised blend of activities and treatments, the new retreats and bundles can be customised by the resort’s experienced specialists to suit the unique needs of every family member.

New Family Wellness Retreats

Zulal Discovery is introducing three new wellness retreats for children aged 9 to 15, thoughtfully crafted to inspire relaxation, strengthen family bonds, and promote rejuvenation.

Digital Detox: Focused on mindful digital disconnection, this retreat helps participants develop a healthier relationship with technology. Through a mix of outdoor activities, creative projects, and interactive sessions, children learn the value of balance and presence in their daily lives. Digital Detox encourages participants to rediscover joy in offline interactions and hobbies, enhancing mental wellbeing and fostering stronger connections with family members. The retreat serves as a meaningful break from screens, allowing participants to reconnect with themselves and their surroundings and includes personalised strategies to create a balanced home environment, mindful practices, nature immersion with outdoor activities, creative expression through art, journaling and music and digital-free zones, where technology is not permitted.

Fit 4 Life: Tailored to encourage children to embrace physical activity and develop healthy habits that last a lifetime, this retreat focuses on engaging exercises and wellness-focused routines, helping participants gain both physical and mental endurance. The programme seamlessly combines fun and fitness, fostering a foundation for an active and healthy lifestyle. By prioritising movement and energy, Fit 4 Life also instils discipline and self-motivation, empowering young individuals to achieve their wellness goals. This retreat includes personalised fitness training, nutrition guidance, metabolism-boosting activities, daily wellness meals and family fitness challenges like obstacle courses and nature walks.

Thrive: Designed to cultivate emotional intelligence and resilience, the Thrive retreat supports younger guests in building social and emotional awareness. This programme encourages children to explore their potential by setting and achieving meaningful goals while fostering a sense of empathy and interpersonal understanding. Through creative activities, group discussions, and reflective practices, Thrive equips children with the tools to navigate their emotions and relationships, ensuring a well-rounded approach to personal growth. This retreat also provides families with skill-building activities like storytelling, mindful & relaxation sessions, confidence-boosting sessions and parent-child activities like joint artistic projects.

New Family Wellness Bundles

In 2025, Zulal Discovery will also introduce a series of five wellness bundles that can be customised and combined to suit every family’s needs.

The Intergenerational Bundle includes an array of recreation, spa, and fitness activities, from nature walks and storytelling by the fire pit to pranayama breathing and the Circle of Trust, a supportive card game that fosters empathy and connection among family members of all ages.

Helping smaller family units embrace quality time together, the Bonding Bundle focuses on holistic, recreation and spa, including stargazing, floating meditation, kayaking, reiki, and sound healing night rituals, ensuring a memorable and enriching experience for all.

The Wellness Bundle For The Body offers a holistic approach to physical health, focusing on nutrition and recreational fitness. Nutrition consultations and cooking classes foster understanding of healthy eating and support guests in adopting positive habits long after their stay. Activities such as stunt kite flying, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding engage families in active experiences that bring them closer together and support physical wellbeing.

The Mind Wellness Bundle nurtures mental clarity and creative expression through mindfulness and artistic classes. Two mindful moment sessions help guests to reset and recharge, while art-focused workshops, which range from clay modelling and embroidery to origami and upcycling, encourage personal growth and creativity. 

The Wellness Bundle For The Soul focuses on fostering meaningful connections and environmental harmony with each other as well as encouraging deeper connections with nature and loved ones. On offer are marine eco trails and island walks with mangrove planting, fostering a hands-on connection to the natural world. Families can also enjoy games that celebrate and reflect on their traditions, helping them to choose which to cherish and which new ones they would like to start together, ensuring traditions remain relevant and meaningful for all family members. 

All bundles can be added on to existing and new family-focused retreats. Zulal Discovery has been carefully designed with families in mind and embodies the belief that individual wellness is intrinsically linked to fulfilling family life and the ability to build meaningful relationships. It is home to the Discovery Oasis, which offers dedicated family wellness facilities and age-appropriate spaces for four specific age-groups: up to 3 years, 4 to 8 years, 9 to 12 years and 13 to 16 years. Alongside their expertly tailored programmes, all guests enjoy three Wellness Cuisine meals per day, use of the resort’s Discovery Oasis family wellness centre facilities, and one age-appropriate treatment per person day.

A five-night Zulal Discovery Explore retreat* starts from QAR 16,250 based on two sharing a Discovery Deluxe Room. 

For more information or reservations, please email Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som at reservations@zulal.com or visit www.chivasom.com/en/zulal.

The Middle East’s largest and first full-immersion wellness destination – has introduced its reimagined New Year, New You’ Retreat, inviting guests to embark on a purposeful journey towards wellbeing.

Integrating a programme of holistic treatments, physical therapies, and bespoke nutritional guidance, and available from now until the end of January 2025, the exclusive retreat offers three- and five-night stays thoughtfully designed to inspire positive, sustainable change for optimal wellbeing. Curated and supported by a dedicated team of wellness consultants, holistic therapists, nutritionists, and fitness trainers, this retreat offers a harmonious balance of invigorating and calming activities, to help guests relax mind, body and spirit, experience a renewed sense of wellbeing and achieve personal wellness, balance, and fulfilment.

As with all Zulal Wellness Resort retreats, each retreat is tailored to the individual guest and their personal wellbeing goals. Designed to have positive long-term benefits, retreats blend the unique wisdom of centuries-old Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine (TAIM) practices with pioneering, modern therapies. TAIM forms the foundation of Zulal Wellness Resort’s core modalities, which promote and sustain wellbeing through a focus on diet and nutrition, physical movement and recovery, adequate rest and sleep, optimal digestive function, and mindfulness practices.

Inviting guests on a transformative wellness experience, the ‘New Year, New You’ Retreat includes an initial consultation with a dedicated Health & Wellness Advisor, who holistically addresses and takes a comprehensive approach to recommend suitable therapies and treatments to support optimal wellbeing and individual goals.

Alongside daily massages to promote relaxation of body and mind, the retreat includes a range of therapies and treatments, such as Energy Balancing, a gentle hands-on therapy balancing T’aqa energy; Super Strech Sessions to release muscle tension and encourage flexibility; Massage Al-Batin (abdominal massage), a  soothing and therapeutic internal organ massage; Signature Full Body Tadleek (massage) to enhance blood and lymphatic flow; and Oriental Scalp Massage to release tension in the head, neck, and shoulders.

Every retreat is underpinned by the resort’s signature wellness cuisine, where mouthwatering, accomplished daily meals are created using the freshest of organic and therapeutic ingredients. The skilful culinary team employs techniques that ensure dishes are low in salt, sugar, and unhealthy seasonings while delivering flavour and nourishment to support the guest’s wellness journey.

In addition to the targeted treatments and three wellness cuisine meals per night of stay, the ‘New Year, New You’ retreat includes accommodation, a complimentary health and wellness consultation, complimentary group activities, access to fitness and leisure activities, access to the wellness centre facilities including, hydrothermal area, sauna, steam room, indoor plunge pools, and outdoor pool, daily laundry services and a choice of one additional daily treatment per night of stay.

The New Year, New You retreat starts from QAR3,300 per person per night and is valid from now until 31 March 2025. For more information or reservations, please email Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som at reservations@zulal.com or visit www.chivasom.com/en/zulal.

Accolades recognise the resort’s dedication to holistic wellness, sustainability, and exceptional guest experiences

Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, Qatar’s first full-immersion wellness destination and the largest in the Middle East, is celebrating a successful year with numerous prestigious awards and nominations, including its wins at the Qatar Tourism Awards 2024, where it was named the winner of both the Exceptional Resort Experience and Exceptional Spa Experience titles.

Among other highlights this year, Zulal Wellness Resort was recognised as one of the Top 21 “Best Wellness Experiences” by National Geographic’s Best of the World 2024, and won the Multigenerational Wellness Resort of the Year at the Compare Retreats Luxury Wellness Travel Awards. It was also awarded Best Spa Retreat in the Middle East by The Luxury Spa Edit Awards, and named the Middle East’s Leading Retreat at the World Travel Awards. Additionally, the resort was listed among the Top 10 Best Destination Spas globally in Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Awards 2024.

Furthermore, Zulal Wellness Resort was recognised as Qatar’s Best Wellness Retreat at the World Spa Awards 2024, named Wellness Retreat of the Year at the Destination Deluxe Awards 2024, and won the coveted Spa of the Year award at the Ohlala Spa and Wellness Awards 2024.

Zulal Wellness Resort’s culinary excellence was also in the spotlight this year, with its flagship restaurant, Al Sidr, earning the title of World’s Best Wellness Hotel Restaurant at the World Culinary Awards 2024. The restaurant was also recognised with a Green & Clean dining award at the FACT Dining Awards 2024 because of its sustainability efforts and wellness-focused cuisine.

“This year’s recognitions reflects the passion and hard work of our entire team,” said Ammar Samad, General Manager of Zulal Wellness Resort. “At Zulal, we aim to provide a space where guests can reconnect with themselves, their families, and the rich traditions of the region. By embracing Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine (TAIM), prioritising sustainability in everything we do, and offering dedicated family wellness programs, we strive to create meaningful and lasting experiences. It’s incredibly fulfilling to see these efforts recognised on such a global scale.”

Zulal Wellness Resort is also a proud winner of the Wellness Retreat or Resort title at the Luxury Travel Gold List Awards. It remains nominated for significant industry accolades in 2024, including World’s Leading Retreat at the World Travel Awards and major titles at the Good Food Middle East Awards and World Spa & Wellness Awards (UK).

For more healthy treatments, please visit the website and learn more about the resort connect with us at https://www.chivasom.com/en/zulal/ and book to begin your wellness journey.

As another busy year draws to a close, don’t you think you earned the right to truly unwind, reflect, and step into 2025 feeling your absolute best?  Chiva-Som Hua Hin, a haven of transformative wellness, beckons you with a multitude of offerings designed to nurture your mind, body, and spirit. 

1.  Unlock Your Longevity Potential. 

Embrace a truly personalised wellness journey with Genomic TestingLongevity and Vital, to identify genetic variations that may influence your health and wellbeing. By understanding your genetic predispositions, you can take proactive steps to prevent potential health issues and optimise your overall wellness.  

Incorporating Epigenetic Testing into this journey reveals how your environment, nutrition, and daily habits influence gene expression, offering deeper insights into sustaining long-term vitality.  

By combining these insights, Chiva-Som Hua Hin offers a deeper personalised wellness journey tailored to your specific needs.  

2.  Rest Easy, Rejuvenate Your Sleep. 

Stressful routines can wreak havoc on sleep patterns.  Chiva-Som Hua Hin’s brand-new Sleep Enhancement Specialisation programme can be added to any of the resort’s 16 retreats and offers bespoke solutions to help you reclaim restorative nights. Specially designed to help guests improve their sleep quality and overall wellbeing, the programme combines sleep hormone and sleep apnea testing, nutrition consultations, and a range of supportive wellness treatments in a tailored room set-up. 

Additionally, a range of treatments are available to support your sleep, including Yoga Nidra, Physiotherapy guided Better Sleep Exercises, destress-and-mindfulness sessions, and acupuncture, all conducted by our in-house experts. Acupuncture can help regulate sleep patterns by addressing imbalances in the body’s energy flow. It can be particularly effective in relieving insomnia and promoting restful sleep. 

3.  Embrace Gut Health, Embrace Great Health. 

The gut, often referred to as our second brain, plays a pivotal role in overall health and wellbeing. A thriving gut microbiome, teeming with beneficial bacteria, is essential for optimal digestion, nutrient absorption, and immune function. The gut-brain axis, a complex bidirectional communication system, influences mood, anxiety, and cognitive function. By nourishing your gut with a balanced diet rich in fibre and probiotics, incorporating stress-reducing practices like the unique abdominal Gut Health Holistic Therapeutic Massage and breathing exercise, you will create a healthier gut and a happier, more balanced, life. At Chiva-Som Hua Hin, our holistic ‘Gut-Health Retreat’ combines personalised nutrition plans, targeted treatments, and mindfulness practices to restore and revitalise your digestive system. 

Therapist using a singing bowl in a spa setting in Hua Hin resort.
Tibetian Sound Healing

4.  Find Inner Peace. 

Take the time to restore balance, and quiet your mind. Experience the transformative power of Tibetan Sound Healing, a new offering at Chiva-Som Hua Hin. The calming vibrations of Tibetan singing bowls help alleviate stress, anxiety, and insomnia, fostering deep relaxation and inner peace. The resort’s wellness experts offer personalised mindfulness consultations and restorative techniques, including the energy healing practices of Chakra Balancing, Reiki Gemstones Therapy, and Quantum Healing. We are also delighted to share with you our renowned visiting consultants from around the world to guide you on your journey toward tranquillity and wellbeing. 

5.  Let Go of Stress. 

Chiva-Som Hua Hin offers a variety of wellness experiences designed to help you release stress and restore balance. Engage in group classes, such as yoga or meditation, to form new relationships and connections with like-minded individuals, or join the Talk Table during dinner for meaningful conversations. Complement these experiences with treatments including Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Bio-Feedback Rebalance, and be guided by our skilled therapists to promote deep relaxation. Additionally, our Physiotherapists provide specialised Stress Release Therapies to ease muscle tension and enhance overall wellbeing, leaving you feeling refreshed and revitalised. 

6.  Build Strength for the New Year. 

Start the new year stronger and fitter with our SPE Fusion Fitness programme, combining strength, power, and endurance training to boost fat loss and metabolic health. Regular physical activity prevents and manages conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension, while helping you maintain a healthy weight and enhance mental wellbeing. It’s a powerful way to elevate your fitness and achieve your wellness goals. 

SPE Fusion Fitness Programme

7.  Reconnect with Nature. 

Surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the sea, lush gardens, and serene lakes, Chiva-Som Hua Hin offers a haven of natural healing. Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Hua Hin area and embark on a sunset Serenity Cruise. Reconnect with nature and experience a profound sense of wellbeing. Take advantage of our seafront location and enjoy a daily sunrise or sunset beach walk. For the active enthusiast, our fitness team can guide you on invigorating hikes and bike rides through the Hua Hin forests, offering outdoor adventure and fitness opportunities. 

8.  Discover the Power of Water Therapy. 

Water is life, and its benefits extend far beyond hydration. Experience the transformative power of Watsu, a much-loved zero-gravity therapeutic treatment where guests gently drift in a warmed pool, guided by an experienced therapist, releasing tension and enhancing mobility, circulation and emotional healing. In our Hydrotherapy Suite, guests can choose from a range of water therapies, including Flotation Therapy, and Balneotherapy, to rejuvenate, revitalise and achieve deep relaxation. 

9.  Cultivate Enlightenment through Mindfulness Practices. 

Embrace personal growth and inner peace through meditation, Pranayama (breathwork), and restorative yoga practices. Meditation helps you reflect and find clarity, while pranayama improves breath control, preparing both mind and body for relaxation. Restorative and Hatha Yoga practices enhance posture and physical well-being, creating a strong foundation for deeper meditation. Together, these practices restore balance, heal tension, and leave you feeling renewed, making them the ideal way to step into the new year with peace and purpose. 

Balneotherapy

10.  Detoxify your Mind, Body and Spirit. 

Unplug and disconnect with a digital detox. Free yourself from the constant demands of technology and reconnect with yourself. Chiva-Som Hua Hin’s renowned ‘Art of Detox Retreat’ offers a comprehensive programme designed to recreate balance. Our fully personalised retreat features a specially formulated cleansing diet, which provides a break from repeated dietary abuse and gives the digestive system a chance to restore and renew. Coupled with a range of detoxifying treatments and mindfulness practices, this retreat offers the perfect opportunity to reset, rejuvenate, and rediscover your true self. 

May the Season of Joy and Wellness offer you the perfect opportunity to reflect, recharge, and embrace a healthier, happier you. 

October 2024 – Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, Qatar’s first full-immersion wellness destination and the largest in the Middle East, was celebrated last night with two prestigious awards at the Qatar Tourism Awards 2024, winning both Exceptional Resort Experience and Exceptional Spa Experience.

The Qatar Tourism Awards, in partnership with the World Tourism Organization, recognises excellence in Qatar’s hospitality and tourism industries, celebrating those who set new standards of service, innovation, and sustainability.

Commenting on the awards, Ammar Samad, General Manager of Zulal Wellness Resort, said, “Receiving these awards is an immense honour and a true reflection of the hard work and passion our team brings to every guest experience. At Zulal Wellness Resort, wellness is about creating a welcoming space where people feel at ease, reconnect with themselves, and experience the warmth of Qatari hospitality. It’s a privilege to see our efforts recognised in such a meaningful way.”

Eng. Ali Al Kuwari, CEO of Msheireb Properties, Qatar’s leading sustainable developer and the visionary behind Zulal Wellness Resort, added, “These awards speak to our vision of establishing Zulal Wellness Resort as a flagship wellness destination. We are proud to contribute to Qatar’s evolving tourism sector by setting high standards in sustainable luxury and authentic, culturally inspired wellness.”

As a pioneering destination in the region, Zulal Wellness Resort continues to inspire and support the holistic wellbeing of its guests, providing personalised and immersive wellness experiences tailored to individual needs.

Just a one-hour drive to north of Doha. Whether residents seek relaxation, stress relief, or holistic health improvement, the resort’s diverse selection of retreats each incorporate a health and wellness consultation upon arrival, luxury overnight accommodation, three wellness cuisine meals per night of stay served in one of Zulal’s award-winning cuisines, a personalised programme of wellness treatments, access to fitness and leisure activities, in-room wellness amenities, daily laundry services and more wellness benefits. Perfect for first-time visitors, the Taste of Zulal retreat provides a personalised journey of self-discovery and change; Mind Body Wellness focuses on replenishing through a range of holistic activities, and Stress Reset and Burnout Recovery offers a unique blend of wellness wisdom and modern therapies to overcome stress and burnout.

For guests seeking a leaner year ahead, the Natural Slimming retreat helps kickstart a healthy journey through lifestyle changes. Sustainable Weight Loss combines diet with metabolism-boosting exercise and detoxing spa treatments, while the Therapeutic Cleanse retreat offers a metabolic boost in addition to the benefits of detoxification.

Families in Qatar, Zulal Wellness Resort also offers wellness programmes designed specifically for children and parents. At Zulal Discovery they can experience Zulal Nurture Kinder, which focuses on creativity and free expression for children below 4 years old. Zulal Explore Junior introduces children aged 4 to 8 to a healthy lifestyle through activities, nutrition, and treatments. Zulal Adventure, designed for children aged 9 to 12, empowers young guests to build self-esteem and develop positive relationships. Zulal Young Adults, aimed at teenagers aged 13 to 17, encourages self-discovery and accomplishment through a broad range of physical and mental skill sets.

Zulal Wellness Resort invites Qatar Resents to enjoy the exclusive offer to prioritise health and wellness with 25% off retreats. Zulal Wellness Resort is committed to giving back to the community, nurturing the health of the community, and collaborating for sustainability.

Applicable only to Qatar residents and requires a valid ID upon check-in, the 25% discount applies to the Best Available Rate of retreats and stays in Zulal Discovery and cannot be combined with other promotions. Residents can take advantage of this health investment opportunity until 31 December 2024.

For more information or reservations, please email Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som at reservations@zulal.com, call/WhatsApp +974 4477 6555 or visit https://www.chivasom.com/en/zulal/.

Chairman of Chiva-Som International Health Resorts, Krip Rojanastien delivers keynote speech and inspires delegates at the 17th annual SpaChina Summit 2024

On 24 September 2024, wellness industry leader Krip Rojanastien, Chairman and CEO of Chiva-Som International Health Resorts, shared his vision for “Multi-Generation Family Wellness and Sustainability” at the 17th annual SpaChina Summit 2024, a key event in the global wellness industry calendar. He was invited to be a VIP speaker by Fifi Kao, Editor-in-Chief of SpaChina and Founder and Director of the event to the 400-strong audience, made up of members of the international wellness community.

Krip spoke about the concept of family wellness and its intrinsic role in living sustainably in all senses of the word, drawing from his own personal experience as the custodian of Chiva-Som, a family legacy that already spans three generations.  

Celebrating 30 years in 2025, Chiva-Som has been pioneering a sustainable approach to balancing mind, body and spirit holistically since its inception. Its philosophy is rooted in the belief that wellness and sustainability must go hand in hand.

Sustainable wellness means developing healthy lifestyle habits that can be maintained, long-term, for wellbeing and longevity by living mindfully, in tune with nature. It also means working proactively to conserve, preserve, and regenerate the world’s natural environments, and looking after the wider community.  

The pressing need to tackle the challenges facing humanity, from food and water inequality and climate change which affect the most vulnerable to the non-communicable diseases (NCDs) caused by air pollution, plastic pollution and unhealthy western lifestyles drives Chiva-Som’s dedication to building wellness and sustainability into the fabric of society for the long-term.  Highlighting the need for a cultural shift to address these challenges, Krip shone a light on the importance of early education to firmly reestablish our connection to the natural world, underpinning the symbiosis of planetary and human health. 

From nutrition to waste management, to ensuring a healthy ageing global population, education has a key role to play in providing a better world for future generations. In turn, the wellness industry is in a unique position to inspire change, and Chiva-Som is actively promoting a culture of family wellness with the development of the new and unique offering at its newest outpost, Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som in Qatar.  Launched in 2022 on a beautiful stretch of Qatar’s northern coast in Khasooma, the resort has introduced the idea of sustainable wellness to a whole new community with its dedicated family offering. It is also the first integrated wellness resort to offer Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine (TAIM).

Krip said:

‘Family units that treat ‘good nutrition’ as just ‘nutrition’. Recycling the rubbish with the kids. The sensible use of screen time. Making a post-dinner family walk a regular activity. Building sustainability and wellness into the family’s core values that sink in and get passed on.
Well-balanced children grow into well-balanced adults. Empowered children grow into empowered adults. There must be the recognition of parenting and the reassessment of work ethics, asset accumulation and pursuit of the dollar as the measure of success…. It is crucial that wellness knowledge and understanding be built in the child’s mind during their formative periods and is aimed to last a lifetime’.

Krip’s vision of building a legacy, both within his own family as well as inspiring the next generation of wellness industry champions, is inspired by his father, the founder of Chiva-Som Boonchu Rojanastien, who passed him the reins in 2007.  Since that time, Krip has built on the world-class reputation of the flagship resort Chiva-Som Hua Hin, Thailand, to create a global brand focused on sustainable wellness.  

Aiming to offer insights to fellow industry leaders with family businesses, Krip told how his own son, Win Rojanastien, is in a leadership role with Chiva-Som having been part of the team for the past six years, learning the ropes from the bottom up, having qualified as an architect in New York.  ‘Just as families must manage their growth by thinking well beyond the immediate, so our planet’s future and our children’s future all depend on the legacy we leave behind. The seeds we plant today will provide shelter for the generations we may never see, but that is what we must do’.

The annual SpaChina Wellness Summit is a three-day event for spa professionals, spa owners and investors, and spa product and equipment brands. It provides a unique and effective communication platform for the key industry figures in China’s wellness and spa industry. The associated SpaChina Wellness & Spa Awards recognise the leaders and innovators in China’s wellness and spa industry and help to reward and promote industry quality standards.

In recent years, acupuncture has gained recognition as a complementary therapy for various health conditions, including diabetes. This ancient practice, rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), involves the insertion of fine needles into specific points on the body to promote balance and enhance the body’s natural healing processes. For those living with diabetes, acupuncture may offer several benefits that can contribute to overall wellness.

Understanding Diabetes

Diabetes, a chronic condition affecting millions, is characterised by high blood sugar levels due to the body’s inability to produce sufficient insulin or effectively utilise it. This condition can lead to a myriad of complications, including heart disease, kidney failure, and neuropathy. While managing diabetes typically involves a combination of medication, diet, and exercise, many individuals are exploring additional therapies to support their health.

Regulating Blood Sugar Levels

One of the primary benefits of acupuncture for individuals with diabetes is its potential to help regulate blood sugar levels. Research suggests that acupuncture may improve insulin sensitivity, enabling the body to utilise glucose more effectively. By stimulating specific acupoints, acupuncture can enhance metabolic function, which is crucial for managing blood glucose levels.

Reducing Stress and Anxiety

Living with diabetes can often lead to heightened stress and anxiety, which can adversely affect blood sugar control. Acupuncture is known for its ability to promote relaxation and reduce stress. By stimulating the release of endorphins and other neurotransmitters, acupuncture can help alleviate anxiety, leading to better emotional and physical health. A calmer mind can significantly improve one’s ability to manage diabetes effectively.

Improving Circulation

Poor circulation is a common issue for those with diabetes, which can lead to complications such as neuropathy and poor wound healing. Acupuncture promotes blood flow, which can enhance circulation and support overall vascular health. Improved circulation not only aids in the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to cells but also helps in the removal of toxins from the body, contributing to better overall health.

Managing Pain

Many individuals with diabetes experience chronic pain, particularly in the form of neuropathy. Acupuncture has been shown to be effective in managing pain, offering a drug-free alternative to traditional pain relief methods. By targeting specific points, acupuncture can reduce discomfort and improve quality of life, allowing individuals to engage more fully in daily activities.

Enhancing Overall Wellness

Acupuncture’s holistic approach means that it addresses not just the symptoms of diabetes, but also the overall well-being of the individual. By promoting balance within the body, acupuncture can support various bodily systems, leading to improved energy levels, better sleep, and enhanced emotional health. These factors are essential for anyone managing a chronic condition like diabetes.

Complementary to Conventional Treatment

It is important to note that acupuncture should not be seen as a replacement for conventional diabetes treatment but rather as a complementary approach. Individuals should consult with their healthcare providers before starting any new treatment regimen. When combined with traditional medical treatments, acupuncture can enhance overall wellness and improve the quality of life for those living with diabetes.

Conclusion

As awareness of the benefits of acupuncture for diabetes continues to grow, many individuals are discovering its potential to support their wellness journey. From regulating blood sugar levels and reducing stress to managing pain and enhancing overall health, acupuncture offers a holistic approach that can complement conventional diabetes management strategies. By embracing this ancient practice, individuals with diabetes may find new pathways to improved health and wellbeing.

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