The initiative aims to renovate and rebuild 40 traditional houses in the neighbouring Zighy Bay Village community over the next 2 years, in association with the Oman Ministry of Tourism. The project aims to safeguard and improve the infrastructure of water usage and treatment, whilst helping the Zighy Bay community to retain its culture and customs and preserve their home environment.
Guests are asked to do doing skills-based labour under the supervision of experienced craftsmen, helping with plumbing, electricity or general maintenance according to their skills set. In return they can enjoy numerous activities at the resort including paragliding, yoga, pampering spa therapies or dining on the hilltop overlooking the dramatic view of the bay.
Calling for support Zighy Bay General Manager Rochelle Kilgariff said, "We're looking for help from the local community from those wanting to join the cause, with a stay in host accommodation in return. Volunteers will not only gain an enriching experience, but also greater insight into local Omani culture and a pampering break as a result. It's a win-win offer."
"We have a very strong commitment towards CSR and it's one of the founding philosophies of Six Senses and Almasa, our local partners. Our core purpose is to create innovative and enlightening experiences, in tune with their Slow Life philosophy: Sustainable-Local-Organic-Wholesome Learning-Innovative. Social Season forms an integral part of that philosophy," Kilgariff added.
She added, "We share our beach with the Zighy people and have intertwined communities and this brings us great pleasure to be able to give something back."
The Build a Smile campaign gives a truly unique holiday for less, whilst helping those in need in the community, during harder times. Volunteers can contact the resort direct for more details on how to become involved. Four hours of time was never worth so much.
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Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay, Oman has introduced 'Build a Smile' - a unique initiative allowing guests to trade just four hours of community work a day, in return for doubling their stay at the resort from 18 April - 30 June.
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Six Senses is a resort and spa management and development company established in 1995, which manages resorts under the brand names Soneva by Six Senses, Six Senses Hideaway, Six Senses Latitude and Evason, plus Six Senses Spas and Six Senses Destination Spas.
Six Senses Hideaway & Latitude:
Six Senses Hideaway identifies the private pool villa category of the Six Senses brand, where attention to detail and focus on the reality of the destination together with modern architecture provides generous personal space and presents an uncompromised standard of luxury.
Six Senses Latitude usually offers a greater number of accommodations than Six Senses Hideaway, while still maintaining attention to detail and generous proportions. A Six Senses Latitude offers individual style with a unique and diverse design personality, and a strong senses of community.
Six Senses SLOW LIFE positioning philosophy:
Sustainability-Local-Organic-Wholesome Learning-Innovative-Fun-Experiences.
Soneva by Six Senses - Intelligent Luxury:
Soneva is committed to offer luxuries of the highest international standard in an environment that nurtures the indigenous feel in design, architecture and service; fusing nature with guest experiences and creating destinations unto themselves. A Soneva resort has a limited number of accommodations, all offering generous personal space.
Six Senses Spas:
Six Senses Spa - a key element of all Six Senses properties, offers a wide range of holistic wellness, rejuvenation and beauty treatments administered under the guidance of expert therapists. Six Senses Spas are also hosted by prestigious hotels and resorts in many other locations.
Six Senses Destination Spas:
Six Senses Destination Spas are dedicated to transforming the lifestyle of their guests through a complete immersion into healthy and mindful living. Personal life-passages are created for each guest, supported by a regime of activities and organic cuisine.
Evason introduces a collection of unique resorts that follow the Six Senses philosophy of uncompromised responsibility to the environment and to the community. Family friendly, these properties also present a strong value focus while offering a vast array of guest services, personal attention and facilities.
For further information, please contact:
Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay
Tel: +968 26735 555
or
Outburst PR
Tel: +974 686 0323
Six Senses is a resort and spa management and development company established in 1995, which manages resorts under the brand names Soneva by Six Senses, Six Senses Hideaway, Six Senses Latitude and Evason, plus Six Senses Spas and Six Senses Destination Spas.
Six Senses Hideaway & Latitude:
Six Senses Hideaway identifies the private pool villa category of the Six Senses brand, where attention to detail and focus on the reality of the destination together with modern architecture provides generous personal space and presents an uncompromised standard of luxury.
Six Senses Latitude usually offers a greater number of accommodations than Six Senses Hideaway, while still maintaining attention to detail and generous proportions. A Six Senses Latitude offers individual style with a unique and diverse design personality, and a strong senses of community.
Six Senses SLOW LIFE positioning philosophy:
Sustainability-Local-Organic-Wholesome Learning-Innovative-Fun-Experiences.
Soneva by Six Senses - Intelligent Luxury:
Soneva is committed to offer luxuries of the highest international standard in an environment that nurtures the indigenous feel in design, architecture and service; fusing nature with guest experiences and creating destinations unto themselves. A Soneva resort has a limited number of accommodations, all offering generous personal space.
Six Senses Spas:
Six Senses Spa - a key element of all Six Senses properties, offers a wide range of holistic wellness, rejuvenation and beauty treatments administered under the guidance of expert therapists. Six Senses Spas are also hosted by prestigious hotels and resorts in many other locations.
Six Senses Destination Spas:
Six Senses Destination Spas are dedicated to transforming the lifestyle of their guests through a complete immersion into healthy and mindful living. Personal life-passages are created for each guest, supported by a regime of activities and organic cuisine.
Evason introduces a collection of unique resorts that follow the Six Senses philosophy of uncompromised responsibility to the environment and to the community. Family friendly, these properties also present a strong value focus while offering a vast array of guest services, personal attention and facilities.
For further information, please contact:
Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay
Tel: +968 26735 555
or
Outburst PR
Tel: +974 686 0323
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