Musandam, Oman – 18 July 2018 – Omani national, Humaid Hareb Al-Shehy is one of the hosts responsible to drive the local experience at Six Senses Zighy Bay as an ambassador for the resort and his local town of Dibba. Al-Shehy supports the resort and his department head in planning and organising out-of-the-ordinary guest experiences to showcase local heritage and topographical beauty of surrounding villages.
Six Senses Zighy Bay has been a pioneering resort in integrating local culture and heritage across its facilities and activities. From their management level to local talent and artisans, down to the security of the resort this ethos has been embraced well for past 10 years. Now guests looking for adventure experience to discover the local village will be able to get a true taste of the Omani heritage and culture by their eco-friendly Nissan Hybrid 4X4 vehicles.
Al-Shehy has been with Six Senses Zighy Bay for 10 years. He started out in the agriculture department in 2007 and grew with the resort until being named Experiences Host. Al-Shehy is responsible for guiding guests on few adventurous experience programme provided at Six Senses Zighy Bay. With his local knowledge, he is one of the best to promote Omani culture and the history of this area. Added to his quiver of specialties are training in First Aid, Diving, Hand-line Fishing and local wildlife.
“Six Senses Zighy Bay is a great resort that is always keen to hire talent from local village and grow them as part of their family. It feels good to be working with a brand that cares about my local community and environment, especially as they plant trees, clean the beach regularly, supply fresh water when needed and making efforts to raise environmental awareness too apart from other trainings like English Classes,” said Al-Shehy.
“Omani citizens are key in providing our guests with a true local experience. The hospitality industry in Oman hinges on reflecting the local culture and value. This can’t be done without hiring national staff. We are proud and lucky to have had Mr Al-Shehy with us all these years and look forward to his growth; concurrently growing more talent within the younger generation of Omanis,” said Aaron McGrath, Six Senses Zighy Bay’s general manager.
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About Six Senses Zighy Bay
Six Senses Zighy Bay is located on the northern Musandam Peninsula in the Sultanate of Oman. The setting of 82 village-inspired pool villas is a spectacular bay, guarded by the dramatic Hajar Mountains and private sandy beach.
Guests have a diverse selection of memorable dining experiences from Sense on the Edge, a contemporary fine dining with spectacular views, to regional specialties at the Shua Shack and Spice Market, a Wine Cellar, a Wine Tower or Dining Beyond the Bay at one of the private sandbank. For a change of pace, in-villa dining is an intimate and most enjoyable experience, which GEMs (guest experience makers) will be pleased to arrange.
Adventures start with an adrenaline-charged paraglide arrival into Zighy Bay which provides guests with a birds-eye view of the resort’s dramatic setting and breathtaking scenery. Dhow cruises, trekking, mountain biking, rock climbing and customized tours await active guests and those who prefer to sit back and relax, they can take in the rich and vibrant culture of the destination at their own pace.
Six Senses Spa Zighy Bay is a refuge for mind and body, a sanctuary of ultimate well-being committed to delivering integrated wellness experiences. The spa combines peace, tranquillity, fitness and health with ancient and modern holistic treatments from expert in-house and visiting practitioners.
About
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas operates 11 resorts and 30 spas in 20 countries under the brand names Six Senses, Evason and Six Senses Spas.
Six Senses resorts are set in locations of incredible natural beauty that will stop you in your tracks, and an uncompromising level of service that will stay with you long after you’ve left. Each property has a distinctive personality, but shares a commitment to community, sustainability, wellness and design. This award-winning approach extends to new openings, including the urban concept premiering in New York in 2019.
Six Senses Spas incorporate local healing traditions with holistic rejuvenation treatments administered under the guidance of expert therapists and visiting practitioners. They constantly explore and rethink the typical spa model to offer pioneering wellness, not only in all resort spas, but also in standalone spas in prestigious hotels and premier class lounges.
Evason properties continue the philosophy to protect their natural environments and cultures. Family friendly, these properties also provide a strong value focus, while offering a vast array of personal guest experiences.