New recruit, Zighy Bay spa director, Souhel El Achbah would like to develop the spa industry on a global scale.
Where has been your favourite place to work so far, and how does that compare to your current position?
I am half German, half Lebanese and I’ve worked in many beautiful places around the world, but my roots are in the Middle East so it is great for me to have the opportunity to live and work in this part of the world.
How does your current position differ from other Roles you have had?
Six Senses is all about sustainability and wellness and these are some of our main values, from the attendant at the hotel up to the top management at the head office. This is very unique and makes a big difference.
In what ways are you planning to add to the success of SIX SENSES ZIGHY BAY this year ?
2014 will be a very exciting year. We will do a soft renovation of the spa and based on the renovations we will create new and innovative spa and wellness programmes.
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Can you describe any new initiatives you want to introduce as part of your new role?
With our renovation we will have new hammams and we’re going to create a new hammam experience at Zighy Bay. We will also use the Six Senses database to bring in interesting visiting practitioners from all over the world.
What new concepts are you looking to create?
It is not about the new massage treatment or the latest facial. It is about listening to your guests, figuring out what they really need consulting and advising them. I think we are all so busy finding the newest massage treatment that we have forgotten how to listen to our guests.
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