May 2017 - This spring, The Residence by Cenizaro introduces ‘Healthy Hour’ at each of its hotels – in the Maldives, Mauritius, Zanzibar and Tunis – turning the notion of a holiday happy hour on its head.

In line with The Residence’s ongoing commitment to creating memorable experiences, and in response to an increased demand for wellbeing and fitness offerings at each hotel, Healthy Hour introduces a complimentary dose of wellness for its guests.

The four Residence properties, set on dramatic beaches and overlooking some of the most beautiful bodies of water in the world, each offer the space guests need to relax and unwind. The Residence’s Healthy Hour will be the ideal way to ensure some dedicated ‘me-time’ each day and keep up a fitness regime whilst on holiday.

Guests will be able to focus on both their emotional and physical health and wellbeing through a range of yoga, Tai-chi, Pilates and fitness classes – all offered on a complimentary basis, for one hour each day. Healthy Hour will also include fresh juices and smoothies made from locally sourced fruit and vegetables.

Sunrise and sunset yoga at The Residence Maldives

Within the sanctuary of The Residence Maldives’ Spa by Clarins, guests can revive their senses and relax their mind while looking out over the Indian Ocean. Healthy Hour here is centred around the yoga deck - the perfect spot for a class to begin or end the day. Set at the end of a jetty, overlooking the calm waters of the lagoon and rainbow coral reefs, this is one of the most serene spots at the hotel.

The Residence Maldives is offering complimentary yoga classes at both sunrise and sunset every day, followed by a healthy juice after each session. Rates at The Residence Maldives start from £483 per room per night. www.cenizaro.com/theresidence/maldives-fm
 

Tai Chi and Self-Massage at The Residence Mauritius

At The Residence Mauritius, guests are encouraged to make the most of the natural world that surrounds the hotel; lush tropical gardens, a mile-long beach and plenty of space. Healthy Hour here focuses on Tai Chi, the Chinese martial art renowned for its health benefits. A wonderfully gentle form of exercise, Tai Chi has benefits for strength, flexibility and balance – often described as ‘meditation in motion’. Tai Chi will be taught in a private garden overlooking a lagoon; guests can take in the view, enjoy the gentle breeze, and totally switch off at the same time as challenging and stretching the body. Meditation and Self-Massage will also be available to guests during Healthy Hour. A relaxing meditation class will be followed by an introduction to self-massage for guests to try for their neck, shoulders, face, Marma points and legs including muscle manipulation and foot reflexology. Yoga and Circuit Training will also be offered as alternatives.

The Residence Mauritius is offering a complimentary Circuit Training class on Monday’s between 8 - 9am, Tai Chi on Wednesday’s between 5 – 6pm and Self-massage and meditation on Friday’s between 8.30 – 9.30am, all followed by a healthy smoothie after each session. Rates at The Residence Mauritius start from £300 per room per night half-board. For more information or to book please visit: www.cenizaro.com/theresidence/mauritius
 

Cycling Tour at The Residence Zanzibar

Guests at The Residence Zanzibar will soon settle into the rhythm of the Spice Island, with the hotel’s coconut palm-fringed beach and 32 hectares of gardens to explore. Healthy Hour here will offer a complimentary cycling tour to the local fishing village, Kizimkazi. Explore the beautiful surroundings while keeping fit on this 12km bike ride to visit Kizimkazi’s school, Mosque and other attractions. Daily Yoga classes are also available, taught in an inspiring setting above the water on the jetty – looking out over the turquoise ocean. Juices will make the most of local flavours with fresh fruit including mangoes, coconuts, guavas and papayas.

The Residence Zanzibar is offering complimentary cycling tours every Sunday for all guests to the local village Kizimkazi, as well as complimentary Yoga sessions daily with a fresh juice using local fruits and spices from the island. Rates at The Residence Zanzibar start from £359 per room per night. For more information or to book please visit: www.cenizaro.com/theresidence/zanzibar
 

Yoga at The Residence Tunis

One of Europe’s leading thalasso destination spas featuring ESPA treatments, The Spa & Thalasso at The Residence Tunis is inspired by the magical atmosphere of the ancient Roman thermal baths. The large indoor swimming pool looks out over the beautifully manicured gardens and beach. Healthy Hour will allow guests to bend and stretch with yoga classes in the morning or evening in the state-of-the-art fitness studio.

The Residence Tunis is offering a complimentary half hour yoga lesson every day either in the morning or the evening depending on the season. Rates at The Residence Tunis start from €234 per room per night. For more information or to book please visit www.cenizaro.com/theresidence/tunis

United by inspiring settings across the Indian Ocean, yet each wonderfully unique with a strong sense of individual place, each of The Residence by Cenizaro offers a true retreat - the perfect setting for calm and total relaxation. Healthy Hour aims to boost the wellbeing of The Residence’s guests during their stay, allowing guests to return home energised and inspired.