For one last escape before Ramadan, GCC families looking to escape the city and indulge in some quality time together are invited to discover a luxury getaway thoughtfully designed to accommodate larger groups of multi-generational families.

From spending days in the sun and feet in the sand at Emerald Zanzibar Resort & Spa, to enjoying the crisp winter air at a private sanctuary in the breathtaking Swiss Alps of Crans-Montana, or embarking on a one-of-a-kind wellness journey, these spectacular properties are the perfect backdrop for a family retreat.

AN ALL-INCLUSIVE SANCTUARY AT EMERALD ZANZIBAR RESORT & SPA

Parched on the coastline of Muyuni Beach in Matemwe, the newly opened Emerald Zanzibar Resort & Spa offers guests a 5-star Deluxe All-Inclusive resort that is perfect for families looking to unwind and build lifelong memories together. Situated on the shores of a turquoise lagoon and set within 10 hectares of land that leads to the sea, Emerald Zanzibar effortlessly blends the exotic natural environment with the elegance of contemporary and timeless tropical elegance.

Emerald Zanzibar Resort & Spa is the destination of choice for family vacations, paying special attention to younger guests while ensuring parents enjoy every moment of their stay. While exploring the Zanzibarian environment, children from 3 to 12 years of age can enjoy stimulating creative and educational activities under the careful guidance of the expert team at The Dolphin Kids Club. Suitable for kids of all ages, the resort is also home to tennis, padel and soccer courts, games consoles and foosball tables for families to enjoy together.

Ideal for families, the Deluxe All-Inclusive formula allows guests to make the most of countless activities, both on water and land. Muyuni’s fully-equipped Water Sports Centre is the go-to destination for guests looking for an adrenaline boost. Guests can enjoy activities including kayaking and windsurfing or discover schools of colourful tropical reef fish at the diving centre before returning to the resort to indulge in extensive à la carte gourmet dining options at the property’s international restaurants.

For bookings and reservations, please visit https://www.emerald-zanzibar.com/

AN EXCLUSIVE FAMILY ESPACE AT ULTIMA CRANS-MONTANA

Positioned in the altitude of Plateau de Plan-Mayans in the Swiss Alps, Ultima Crans-Montana leaves its guests completely awestruck. Featuring two ultra-luxurious private chalets that can accommodate a large group of up to 38 guests, this property is the ideal secluded haven for multi-generational families and groups of friends looking for a private sanctuary to create lifelong memories together.

Chalet One features eight rooms, each with its own dressing area, bathroom, and balcony with views of the surrounding wilds. Perfect for families, children can stay in the two dormitories, each thoughtfully designed to accommodate younger guests. There’s also an arcade room, cigar lounge, billiard room and a homely dining room that can seat up to 16 people. Additionally, Chalet Two offers six spacious rooms with their own dressing areas, bathrooms and balconies. There is also an open kitchen for socialising, a cinema room, a library and a cigar lounge.

Guests of Ultima Crans-Montana will also be able to enjoy a private cinema, a gym, an in-house chef, and a concierge who will make sure all of their needs are met. The property also provides an unforgettable relaxation and wellness experience, housing an unimaginably luxurious spa, covering 1,000m², and an on-site lake surrounded by idyllic alpine wilds.

For more information or reservations please visit: https://www.ultimacollection.com/en/collections/ultima-crans-montana

A FAMILY BONDING WELLNESS JOURNEY AT ZULAL WELLNESS RESORT

Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-Som, The Middle East’s largest and first full immersion wellness destination, invites families to discover a two-night Family Bonding Retreat designed to encourage guests to reconnect through quality time spent together. Reflecting an approach to wellbeing that is rooted in the organic values of family life, the inclusive wellness journey focuses on mental, physical and nutritional wellbeing to encourage younger guests to engage and explore good lifestyle habits, while fostering stronger connections between families.

Located on the northern tip of Qatar, Zulal Wellness Resort actively caters for families alongside its adults-only offer as it strives to introduce the next generation to world-class wellness, healthy lifestyle ideas and pioneering new practices based on Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine (TAIM). Under the careful guidance of Zulal Wellness Resort’s child development and family specialist, families are invited to embark on a two-night wellness journey designed to encompass age-appropriate activities, curated experiences and group activities that reinvigorate growth as a family unit.

Families and invited to participate in activities such as aerobics, swimming, and circuit training in order to start building a healthy lifestyle that contributes to their overall wellbeing. Additionally, mindfulness activities such as tai chi, meditation and stretching are proven to support with reducing stress levels in both adults and children and improving the quality of sleep.

For more information or reservations please visit zulal.com

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