The main focus of most business models is the first ‘leg’ of the ‘Trio’ tripod, business practices, while completely ignoring the potential for creating true harmony through inspired emphasis on the critical ‘second and third legs’.  A sincere involvement in the well-being of a locale, as well as an honest exploration of the sense of place, history, and purpose within its identity provides the critical difference.

A three-tiered luxury resort business model, The Harmony Project’s ‘Trio of Success’ model supports all Harmony Project locations. Like a steady tripod, it balances its actions on three equally important working principles:

By honoring these powerful ingredients for success, The Harmony Project adds unforgettable value and expression through its strong focus on:.

‘A Sense of Place’ Cultural and geographical contexts are addressed, celebrating the inherent spirit of the environment, its wildlife, its employees, and their local community, thus creating an opportunity for genuine personal experiences. The indelible memories that remain with a traveler will always come from such direct encounters.

‘A Sense of History’ Historical, social, and anthropological aspects of a locale are honored, thereby supporting vibrant and engaging thematic platforms that add truly sustainable purpose to adventures and activities. Direct encounters and personal involvement create lasting connections for guests, staff, and stakeholders.

‘A Sense of Purpose’ By engaging the civil, self-improvement, and environmental interactions, the client leaves with a deeper sense of personal involvement, bringing novelty, authenticity, freedom,  and vibrant social involvement into play.

Integrating local academia into our locations is a major distinction of the Harmony Project model. The foundation for the Harmony Project's Sense of History, Sense of Place and Sense of Purpose is underpinned by academia, original scholarship and science.

For example, the Tanzania Harmony Project actively works with the National Museum of Kenya's Phyto Chemistry Department and the University of Nairobi's School of Medicine regarding Wellness & Medicine. The four year old Osero Forest Clinic comprises two indigenous healers, one allopathic physician four assistants and a working relationship with a hospital one kilometer away. Osero's Kenyan colleague and a Oxford trained Ethnobotanist document the active components of phyto and allopathic medicines used in the clinic to substantiate the healer-collaboration and the African Living Spa in science. As a result, our travelers enjoy a fully substantiated experience based in science and authentic wellness treatments, and have the opportunity to empower themselves with a deeper understanding of their world.

Locations

African Living Spa & Lodge, Gibb’s Farm, Tanzania - On the verdant slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater, this 80-year-old historical working farm and coffee plantation embodies the essence of colonial East Africa. For safari adventurers, Gibb’s Farm offers a memorable experience of yesteryear’s African safari/up-country life in the vastness of Tanzania’s ancient Rift Valley region through its local arts, African Living Spa ®, farm-grown cuisine, and regional safari adventures.

Rainforest Living Spa & Resorts, Costa Rica - Set in the lush Pacific Coast rainforest region of Costa Rica, this new-world collection of 4 spa-oriented resorts is based upon ancient Mesoamerican and tropical approaches to wellness and rejuvenation expressed through a core Destination Medical Spa program which offers the modern-day traveler an unique means of achieving personal harmony through a deeper accord with nature via world-class accommodations, rainforest rejuvenation and adventure, and exciting local cultural experiences. 

East West Bridge, China Resource for Life - This ‘art in life’ approach offers a harmonious balance between art, culture, beauty, wellness, lifestyle, and recreation through an inspired mix of artistic expression, lodging, and Living Museum/Chinese Living Spa ® experience. Key regional destinations, each uniquely capturing an authentic sense of place and history, support true community and environmental responsibility. A dozen additional world locations are now being developed as new members of the Harmony Project Collection.

INDIAN LIVING SPA, RESORTS AND ESTATES - The first property is a large rice plantation with a total of some 5,000 acres with a few clusters of guest residences. A community co-op will be established to launch the Living Museum, producing art, dwellings and food.

A second property will be located just north and west of Jaipur - a hunting lodge constructed more than 100 years ago. The original lodge and amenities will be restored and new guest villas constructed or renovated on the site.

The third potential site in India is an palace constructed some 130 years ago. The Indian Ocean front location will become a destination Ayurvedic Destination Spa. Historical restoration, preservation of furnishings, artwork and buildings will establish the Living Museum.