ila spa to launch exclusive treatments at the residence
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ila spa to launch exclusive treatments at The Residence Zanzibar
~ A first for Tanzania ~
London, February 2015: DRAFT: March 2015 heralds the arrival of Tanzania’s first ever ila spa treatments, at
The Residence Zanzibar. On the south-west coast of the mystical ‘Spice Island’, this 66 villa hideaway has long
been a hotspot for those in search of a relaxing retreat – with its spacious private villas, welcoming hospitality,
and idyllic location. The draw will soon be even greater thanks to ila’s new, exclusive treatment menu, using local
ingredients and rituals.
Meaning ‘Earth’ in Sanskrit, ‘ila’ is passionate about the power of nature as the source of real wellness, using only
the finest natural plant and mineral ingredients. Working with The Residence Zanzibar allows ila to capture the
rich culture of Zanzibar, and highlight the wellbeing properties of locally grown plants and herbs. The exclusive ila
treatments make use of honey from local beehives, as well as local coconut, cinammon, lemongrass and cloves.
NEW signature and exclusive treatments include: The Elite Zanzibar Spice Journey by ila (exclusive to The Residence Zanzibar) An ila journey into Zanzibar’s alluring and mystical heart through local rituals, music as well as rich, decadent herbs and spices. This is a heavenly full-body experience that uses traditional healing, leaving guests feeling grounded, nurtured and rejuvenated. Guests are encouraged to surrender themselves to the mysteries of the Spice Island and allow the ila therapists to work their magic with this treatment. The Etan Signature Face Therapy by ila A powerful, rejuvenating 90-minute treatment that draws on the historic healing powers of frankincense, used as a sacred ingredient throughout Africa for thousands of years. The treatment’s name ‘Etan’ is an ancient word meaning “breath of life”, which encapsulates the curative energy of this treatment. ila specialists will use boswellic acids to reduce cellular inflammation, ultrasound therapy and hyaluronic acid to increase hydration, and liquid gold and plant stem cells to increase energy, re-programme cellular function and balance the hormonal system – natural ingredients, with deep effect. The Tree of Life & Yemaya Body Rituals by ila An earthy, enriched trilogy of rich African ‘tree of life’ oils (Baobab, Moringa and Argan) forms the base of these signature 90-minute male and female body experiences. Full of essential fatty acids and vitamin E, they nourish and condition the skin, while connecting with the body’s earth, water and fire elements.
Designed for men, ‘Tree of Life’ starts with a vital energy body scrub. An adaptogenic herbal liver pack and classic ila massage follow, using ila’s unique blend of essential oils ‘for vigour’, combined with the ‘African
tree of life’ blend: Silky Baobab oil from the seeds of Adansonia tree; phytonutrient-rich Moringa oil; and enriched Argan oil, revered for its health-giving and anti-ageing properties.
Yemaya, the African Goddess of the Sea, brings life to earth through the provision of water. ‘Yemaya’, for women, starts with a blissful scrub, followed by an adaptogenic kidney herbal pack (to encourage purification and rejuvenation of energy). To end, a classic ila massage combines ila’s unique water chakra essential oils with ‘African tree of life’ blend.
Julian Burton, General Manager of The Residence Zanzibar comments, “We are delighted to be working with ila to offer our guests luxurious and organic treatments. The spa is a hugely important part of The Residence and a key element for many of our guests during their stay with us. The nourishing, yet locally-sourced, treatments will most definitely delight those looking for a calming and rejuvenating experience.” Denise Leicester, founder of ila and ila spa says, “There has always been something magical about Zanzibar and as soon as I came across The Residence I knew we would be a perfect fit. The property is beautiful, romantic, exotic and magical and having the opportunity to create spa experiences that reflect this essence, is pure joy. We also feel there is a great synergy between The Residence and ila as we both have the same ethics, goals and want to create the most incredible experiences for our clients”. The Residence Zanzibar is home to 66 exquisite private villas, each with its own swimming pool. Set along a beautiful, long sandy beach, flanked by coconut palms and within 32 acres of garden, The Residence Zanzibar offers an intoxicating mix of elegant sophistication and island charm. The Spa has long been one of the hotel’s star attractions with six spacious treatment pavilions set in five acres of tropical gardens. Each has its own garden, outdoor shower, bathtub and relaxation area. A jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, spa swimming pool, yoga studio and a range of fitness equipment are also available for guests to use throughout their stay.
Rooms start from €466 for a Garden Villa based on two sharing on a half-board basis
cenizaro.com/theresidence/zanzibar
Further press information:
The Travel Collection +971 4 338 7357
About The Residence – (cenizaro.com/theresidence): The Residence collection of resorts is part of Cenizaro, an international, independent, bespoke hospitality company. Cenizaro’s current portfolio comprises four luxurious hotels in some of the world’s most desirable beach locations; Mauritius , Tunis, Zanzibar and the Maldives. The company’s next expansion phase will see three new openings over the next three years; in Douz, Tunisia; Dhigurah, Maldives and Bintan, Indonesia. Cenizaro’s first venture, The Residence Tunis, opened in 1996 with 155 rooms and 9-suites. The Residence Mauritius followed in 1998 with 135 rooms and 28 suites and in 2011, The Residence Zanzibar, a 66-villa property opened. The latest hotel in the collection, The Residence Maldives, was unveiled in 2012 on the southern island of Falhumaafushi with 94-villas. The properties in Tunis, Zanzibar and the Maldives are all members of The Leading Hotels of the World and The Residence Zanzibar is the only member in Tanzania. The Residence Zanzibar (cenizaro.com/theresidence/zanzibar) In the southwest corner of Zanzibar just 55 minutes from the island’s UNESCO World Heritage capital Stone Town, The Residence Zanzibar stretches along a kilometre of stunning coastline flanked by coconut palms and the Indian Ocean. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, it opened in 2011 with 66 villas, each with its own swimming pool, terrace and traditional bicycles for guests to use around the property. The villas reflect Zanzibar’s melting pot of cultures – Swahili, Omani, British and Indian – and provide guests with an unquestionable feeling of luxury and privacy. At the heart of the hotel is the large pool and The Spa, set in five acres of private gardens and offering treatments from organic spa brand, ila spa. The hotel has two restaurants serving international dishes and daily buffets of Middle-Eastern, Turkish, Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, a kids club and a range of complimentary sports including kayaks, pedal boats, hobie cats and snorkelling excursions. Dolphin safaris and a visit to see the indigenous Red Colobus monkeys in the nearby Jozani Forest are unforgettable Zanzibari nature experiences. Ila spa (ila-spa.com) ila spas are extraordinary soulful spaces where therapists trained in mindfulness and heart consciousness pave the way for transformative healing. Actualised by therapies that touch people at the very core of their being, ila creates the world’s finest spa treatments and products and partners with some of the world’s leading luxury spas and retailers. ila's
and contains a rare level of organic purity, which is achieved by sourcing the finest ingredients directly from local producers who cultivate and harvest the raw ingredients in harmony with nature. ila's artisan skincare products are hand blended in a consciously created environment of peace and purity in the heart of the English countryside, to ensure that the finished holistic products contain all the exquisitely pure energy from nature. ila products are available to purchase at a range of leading retail outlets and online at www.ila-spa.com