Valuing memorable moments and shared experiences that enhance generational bonds and connection to bridge the generation gap, Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som launches an Intergenerational Retreat that invites grandparents and grandchildren to spend quality time together while enjoying age-appropriate fun away from the distractions of everyday life.
Reflecting on Zulal Wellness Resort’s approach to well-being that is rooted in the organic values of family, the new Intergenerational Retreat focuses on emotional, physical, social, and nutritional well-being for grandparents and grandchildren, and is the latest to complement the existing family-focused retreats and programmes at Zulal Discovery.
Known as Skip-Gen, this rising trend of grandparents spending a holiday with their grandchildren is so-called because it skips the middle generation – the parents.
With life experience spanning decades, grandparents offer their grandchildren a wealth of knowledge, sharing with them the importance of family values and cultural traditions. Kids, meanwhile, come with an abundance of excitement and energy as they see and experience things for the first time. Giving the parents a break, a skip-gen holiday allows the two other generations to share meaningful time with each other.
Strengthening the family ties and creating long-lasting memories, the combination of the two generations spending quality time together is both rewarding and enriching with uniquely rejuvenating activities for grandparents and educational experiences for grandchildren.
Diverse, age-appropriate activities
On the first day of their retreat, the intergenerational group undergo their initial consultation with a Health and Wellness Advisor to determine the best way that each family member can benefit from the retreat, not only as a family unit but also as individuals, regardless of their age.
The first day of the retreat also includes family wellness activities for the grandparents and kids to enjoy together, such as nature walks, storytelling, card games, and arts and crafts, followed by a relaxing meditation to relax and wind down for the evening.
Expanding into retreat mode, Day Two includes spa treatments for both the grandparents and grandchildren. Children, just like their grandparents, can partake in spa and wellness sessions, such as foot soak and massage, manicure-pedicure, head massages, as well as head and shoulder massages.
In addition to the shared activities and experiences, grandparents are also pampered with a programme that includes extra spa treatments per day, choosing from the relaxing signature Al Qadam Massage (herbal foot soak of rose petals, magnesium flakes, and a variety of local herbs, followed by a rhythmic massage to soothe tired feet and enhance relaxation), signature full body Tadleek Massage, Oriental Scalp Massage, or Invigorating Massage.
The diverse range of age-appropriate activities offered on this retreat have been selected to promote connection through learning and enjoyment for all participants, regardless of age.
Sessions for early years and small children concentrate on creative play, sensing and discovering the world, while older kids and teenagers can choose from a more structured schedule featuring cognitive activities, imaginative ideas, music, meditation, and sports to expand their horizons.
Family wellness activities
Nurturing the togetherness philosophy, family wellness activities include nature walks to connect with the environment by discovering the beach and gardens.
Storytelling is particularly encouraged as a group activity because traditionally, this was how families passed down cultural knowledge and rich heritage from one generation to the next. Meanwhile, the interactive cooking class is a great opportunity to learn new recipes together which can be enjoyed back home as a family long after the holiday is over.
General Manager Heinrich Morio said they are delighted to see more and more families choosing Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som for their holidays. He said they are pleased to introduce this retreat dedicated to grandparents and their grandchildren.
In response to the ongoing demands of modern life, there is a heightened awareness of families spending meaningful time together.
Many families now seek to share experiences and enjoy engaging activities together, and our family retreats at Zulal Wellness Resort offer the freedom to explore while creating memories.
With this newly introduced Intergenerational Retreat, Morio said they focus on bonding, fulfilment and enrichment to encourage the kids and their grandparents to spend precious time together in a peaceful, safe environment. He said they expect the trend in family wellness holidays to continue.
We will continue to adapt our family wellness offerings to ensure guests leave Zulal Wellness Resort refreshed and reconnected.
Zulal Wellness Resort’s Intergenerational Retreat starts for two nights and includes an initial family health and wellness consultation, a host of family wellness activities, meditation sessions, cooking classes and body therapies. All programmes, activities and facilities are designed to bring families together on their journey towards a healthy lifestyle of discovery, learning and shared experiences.
Starting from QAR3,785* for double occupancy, the price includes
- Three wellness meals per day
- Family health and wellness consultation
- Complimentary daily activities
- Family fitness sessions and family wellness activities
- Age-appropriate spa treatments
- Full access to the resort’s hydrothermal suite (for the adults)
- Complimentary in-room wellness minibar
* Please note that the rate for Intergenerational Retreat starts from QAR3,785 per adult (based on double occupancy). The starting rate for children is QAR1,775 in a separate room, two children sharing a separate room start from QAR2,350. Visit zulal.com for more information.
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