08 November 2011


 
The Hakuna Majiwe Ora Resort is a small and elegant place that offers you a special vacation away from the rest of the world and surrounds you by beauty, nature and relaxtion in an African atmosphere.
 
It is situated in Paje, on the central eastern coast of Zanzibar at about 40km from Stone Town airport and is easily accessibile, about 50 minutes, to an asphalt road.

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Zanzibar o “Unguja”, The Spice Island, has a history dating back to the 1st century AD, when the Greek and Roman ships sailed down the east coast of Africa. For many centuries there was intense seaborne trading activity between Asia and Africa, in a succession of Arab, Persian, Portuguese and African traders all searching for ivory, tortoiseshell, ebony, coconuts, fruit, timber and of course slave trading. 

The Stone Town of Zanzibar is a UNESCO World Heritage: its architecture and urban structure, customs and habits, are the outstanding material manifestation of cultural fusion and harmonization. Its townscape is virtually intact and its buildings reflect a culture which has brought together and homogenized different elements. It has much to offer, including fine restaurants serving local, Asian, Arabic, European and Western cuisine, it is a colourful bustling experience not to miss.

Zanzibar had great symbolic importance in the suppression of slavery, since it was one of the main slave-trading ports in East Africa and also the base from which its opponents such as David Livingstone conducted their campaign.
Unguja, as Zanzibar is also called, consists of two islands: Zanzibar itself and Pemba. Although not too far from each other they have different climates and vegetation. Like most of other Indian Ocean Islands,  the monsoon season starts in early March until the end of May.
Far south of Zanzibar lies another balmy island, Mafia. The only means of getting there is by light aircraft (25 min).

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The Hakuna Majiwe Resort 

The Hakuna Majiwe Ora Resort is a small and elegant place that offers you a special vacation away from the rest of the world and surrounds you by beauty, nature and relaxtion in an African atmosphere. 
It is situated in Paje, on the central eastern coast of Zanzibar at about 40km from Stone Town airport and is easily accessibile, about 50 minutes, to an asphalt road.
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In kiswahili, Hakuna Majiwe means “a place with no stones”. In fact, the Hakuna Majiwe lodge is located in the middle of a beach with fine white sand “without any rocks” and is surrounded only by palm trees that border the Indian Ocean. The lodge takes up 250 meters of the beach on the south east coast of Zanzibar, between Paje (2 km north) and Jambiani (3km south). 
The beach is about 10km long and has is marvelous to walk on. There are no other turistic buildings around the area but just a few small places where one can sit down under the shade and have a drink. There is a constant breeze in the evening that keeps the mosquitos away.

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Accomodation at Hakuna Majiwe

All of the rooms have wood flooring and are subdivided into 10 double bungalows, all of which are beach front. There are 16 standard rooms, 2 suites that have two bedrooms, and 2 homes that have the possibility of adding to extra beds. The standard rooms, which have a large veranda, have a bathroom with shower, bidet and sink, a double bed with a mosquito net, a wardrobe, a safe and a fan.The restaurant is located in the center of the lodge in the middle of the beach, with a bar and a lounge area. There is a large swimming pool (27 x 12 meters), a massagge area, a dwelling on the seaside and a shop.

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Services at Hakuna Majiwe

The management that is looked after by “Ora Group Hotels” guarantees an excellent standard. The restaurant and bar are furnished in a warm and typical African style reflecting the place itself. The restaurant which has a buffet service offers Italian, International and the local cuisine characterized by grilled meat, vegetables, fresh fish, sweets and an abundance of tropical fruits fresh sliced at the moment requested. A typical Zanzibar dinner and a special dinner ball is held once a week. You have the possibility to reserve a romantic lobster dinner (with an extra cost applied). You may also relax and sit in the lounge and taste a large variety of beers, wines, liquors and cocktails at the bar. During the day you have the possibility to buy any excursions or safarii trips or ask any other information to our assistant.To take you through the sweet nights of the resort you may choose from a relaxing evening listening to soft music in the lounge, watching a African swing concert, a Masai concert or other small forms of entertainment that surrounds the island. The entire restaurant and lounge area has internet connection for those who do not want to lose touch with the rest of the world while on holiday. Visa and Mastercard are accepted (with an extra charge).
There is a large pool (27 x 12 meters), a massagge area, a dwelling on the seaside and also a shop in the lodge.

MEDICAL SERVICE There is an Italian doctor available for the hotel clients located in the medical clinic in Uroa. The service must be paid for.

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Sport & Activities at Hakuna Majiwe

These are the suggested activities : Snorkelling around the reef, bathing with the Kizimkazi dolphins, deep sea fishing, Tour of the herbs, Stone Town Tour, Jozani Forest Tour. It is possible to rent motor boats or sail boats, bikes, motorcycles and cars. Furthermore, Hakuna Majiwe offers a bus shuttle to and from the airport, a safe, a laundry service, a tailor’s shop, room service, relaxing massages and organizes and celebrates weddings. 
The lodge has a PADI center/school, where scuba courses and patents and held, and where diving in different places of the archipelago are organized. Furthermore, they also organize excursions to the Jambiani Lagoon with goggles and nozzle, swimming through the oasis of the coral reef surrounded by the many colors of the fauna and flora located underneath. And for those who love walking and jogging ….. the 16 km of shore make up for a great gym, away from the European smog and noise.
 
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- 7 Nights Accommodation
- All Meals and some drinks
- Return flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar
- Return Transfers from the Zanzibar Airport to the resort

Starting from ZAR 10,800 per person sharing


29 October 2011


The Seychelles; expansive beaches and radiant coral reefs. Experience the magic of the Seychelles with Le Maridien Barnarons Hotel.
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Situated on the west coast of Mahe, Le Méridien Barbarons is set amidst tropical gardens, sparkling indigo lagoons, and pure white sands. Seychelles is a magical archipelago of expansive beaches and radiant coral reefs located just below the equator, enjoying a rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty.
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Unwind and enjoy a cocktail on the sun-drenched rooftop deck, or dive into our refreshing outdoor swimming pool. Both of our restaurants and our snack bar will satisfy your cravings, and our bar is the perfect place in which to relax with your favorite libation. Our 120 guest rooms and four suites are the epitome of comfort, featuring soft linens, welcoming wooden furniture, and breathtaking panoramas from your balcony or terrace.
Le Méridien Barbarons is just a short distance from some of the most popular attractions in the Seychelles, including natural trails, tennis courts, a diving centre, and the 9-hole Reef Golf Club. Canoe through the glistening waters at sunset, play an invigorating game of beach volleyball, or snorkel daringly through the dazzling reefs. Small visitors will enjoy the lively activities at the children’s club. Unforgettable memories await you at Le Méridien Barbarons.
Experience the Devine Seychelles with Le Meridien Barbarons

The 6 day Devine Seychelles Honeymoon starts from ZAR 23 550 per person Sharing
Honeymoon Notes:Lathita Travel creates custom made honeymoons and this package can be changed to include special requests and activities.
Includes:
5 nights accommodation at Le Meridien Barbarons
Accommodation on a Half Board basis
Return Flights from Johannesburg
Hotel Transfers
Some activities
Excludes:
Airport and other local Taxes
Items of personal nature
Paid Activities
(extensions available)

28 October 2011

 ORA Resort White Rose 
White Rose is situated in Bwejuu in the south eastern coast of the island of Zanzibar, about 50 km from Stonetown airport and easily accessibile, about 50 minutes of transfer, to asphalt roads.Built along a marvelous hilltop overviewing the seaside, it has a splendid view of the India Ocean and of the white fine sandy beach.

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Being close to the Paje resort, White Rose provides an excellent opportunity that allows you to get to know the splendid people that are occupied in their normal everyday activities.

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White Rose Accommodation

  30 large rooms in which, 16 are “Sea View”, 8 “Bungalows” and 6 “Garden” with a makuti roof and are all positioned in the wooded garden and in front on the sea. Every room is furnished in a Zanzibar decor and has a double bed with a mosquito net, a wardrobe and a mirror, a luggage holder, a fan, air conditioning and a telephone. The bungalows also have a living area equipped with a table and chairs, while you can find a large typical “Pili Pili” sofa bed in the garden rooms for 4 people ( in the two double beds) and for one child ( Pili Pili). For those who desire to to have the beach within reach, the “Sea View” rooms are available, and are just a few footsteps from the Ocean.
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The management taken care by The Ora Group Hotels guarantees excellent quality. The meeting point of the Resort is the fascinating living area where you can find a satellite television, where you can relax by just simply reading if you do not want to take part in he group activities.
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The restaurant with the pool view, has a  buffet service, offering local and Italian cuisine, characterized mainly by fresh home made pasta, grilled fish, sweets and an abundance of tropical fruit cut up at the moment requested. Every week the restaurant has a Zanzibar theme dinner and a gala dinner. Moreover, it is possibile to reserve a romantic lobster dinner (with anadditional cost involved). The three connecting pools, in which one is dedicated for the children, are situated in the large garden in front of the seaside. You may also sip cocktails at the pool bar while bathing in the pool.
There are other two bars available, the first one is in the reception area at the beach, where you may also drink delicious cocktails listening to local music in the background. Internet  is available free of charge in the hotel in the designated areas. While paying, you may also find the boutique, massage center, telephone and laundry area. All major credit cards are accepted (with a commission charge). The Resort Staff organizes typical Zanzibar dinners, shows and different entertainment during the week.
Sports & More
  The large beach in front of the hotel makes it easy to organize and to practice many games such as : Beach Volley, Five-a-Side, Lawn Bowling and Beach Tennis. Moreover, canoes and mountain bikes are available to the clients.
You may practice diving and snorkeling in the club provided outside of the Resort’s facilities. For the Ora Resort clients who love boat rides and fishing, they may rent a fishing boat, located on the island. The water that surrounds the island is full of many different types of fish and Marlin.
Another pleasant way that you can enjoy the sea is to get a fisherman to bring you along the Reef on the characteristic local fishing boat, the ingalawa, geared with bar-bells and latin sails.

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Prices Starting from ZAR 11,150 per person sharing

Includes:- Return Flights from Johannesburg (inclusive of taxes)
- Transfers
- 7 nights Accommodation in a Standard Room
- all meals and some soft drinks
Excludes:
- Visa Fees
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Items of personal nature
- Activities not mentioned

Zanzibar Holiday     |     Tropical Island Holiday     |     ORA White Rose

24 October 2011


The extensive Quirimbas Archipelago consists of 27 offshore islands strung along the coast parallel to Pemba. The islands are composed of fossil coral rock and have lush vegetation and mangrove swamps. They support a wide variety of wading birds, turtles and terns. Ibo Island is the best known of the islands in the Quirimbas and has a fascinating history of slavery and some opulent beautiful architecture.With only a handfull of island lodges and resorts in the Quirimbas - this area remains one of the last undeveloped jewels in Africa.
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Ibo is just one of a string of tropical islands that make up the breathtakingly beautiful Quirimbas Archipelago in Northern Mozambique. Encounter empty stretches of beaches and snorkel some of Africa's richest coral reefs. Discover a coastline fringed by tropical islands on an ancient Arab Dhow - still built to the same design as the vessels which a thousand years ago sailed from India. Snack on cashew nuts and tropical fruit and dine on the freshest of seafood of every description.Guests partake in a multitude of experiences. Become immersed in the unchanged, ancient culture of Ibo and the rare chance to interact with wonderfully hospitable islanders, and a journey to a forgotten era.
PRICE: R14,500.00 per person sharing
Mozambique Holiday - Ibo Island Lodge - Romantic Hneymoons
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INCLUDED IN PACKAGE:
Destinations: Mozambique – Quirimbas Archipelogo – Ibo Island Lodge
Flights: Return Johannesburg to Pemba
Transfers: Charter flight to the Ibo Island
Duration:  5 Nights/ 6 Days
Accommodation: Double Room with en-suite bathroom with bath & shower, fan, mosquito nets and terrace
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Teas, Coffees & Mineral Water in Room
Activities: Guided Island history tour, non-motorized water sport, daily transfer to private beach

EXCLUDED FROM PACKAGE

Other Activities: Diving, Snorkelling, Dhows, Kayaking, Spa treatments and massages.
Visas, Departure Taxes, Travel & Medical insurance, Items of personal nature, Gratitude’s, Meals, Beverages and Activities not specifically mentioned.



ACCOMMODATION AT IBO ISLAND LODGE

Ibo Island Lodge is located on the prime waterfront site, where romantic dhows sail out to sea on each high tide. The lodge encompasses three magnificent mansions each over one hundred years old with walls over a meter thick and lofty high ceilings.

The three mansions of Ibo Island Lodge are called Villa Paradiso, Villa Niassa and Villa Bela Vista. Accommodation is split between Paradiso and Niassa only - Bela Vista is the public area of the lodge and houses the Lodge's restaurant, shop and the main pool in the main garden.  
All bedrooms are individually designed and unique, with many opening onto private verandas, decked with hand crafted furniture and soft cushions covered in vibrant local fabrics.
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FACILITIES IN BEDROOMS:
- Air conditioning and ceiling fan
- Large windows for sea breeze
- King size extra length hand crafted bed with mosquito net (twin beds are also available)
- Indigenous teak and mahogany handcrafted furniture
- Solid mahogany wardrobe with hangers
- Chest safe with lock
- Brass and antique fittings
- Linen gown for use whilst on the island
- A range of Ibo guest amenities
- Hair dryer / Water flasks / Morning tea and coffee
All rooms are air-conditioned and also have ceiling fans. All rooms have en-suite facilities with twin basins and large marble showers. Some have baths and outside showers.
ELECTRICITY:
Power at Ibo Island lodge is supplied by two generators.  Power is available at certain times of the day and hours are subject to change according to weather and lodge requirements. Generator times as well as a full lodge briefing are given during guest check in by management.



ACTIVITIES AT IBO ISLAND LODGE

Ibo Island has been described as one of the most romantic islands in the world and time spent on this little palm and coral fringed island is really special.
Relax, swim, snorkel, kayak, explore or photograph. There is a multidude of things to see and do on Ibo.
GUIDED HISTORICAL TOURS
A fascinating, often emotional journey recounting the history of Ibo.
BEACH Sand bank beach: One of the most beautiful and pristine beach in the Quirimbas Archipelago is closely accessed by boat from the island, included in the rate, and is one of Ibo's best kept secrets.
SCUBA DIVING
Please note that presently Ibo Island Lodge does NOT offer scuba diving as part of its guest activities. It is possible for Ibo to arrange diving at neighboring properties subject to availability. Please contact our Head Office for assistance.  A series of recky dives have been undertaken in the marine area of the Quirimbas National park which includes 11 islands and is one of the richest, most biologically diverse marine environments in Africa.
KAYAKING and MANGROVE FOREST EXURSIONS Sea kayaking & guided mangrove excursions: Fully guided, guests will be taken into Ibo's lush, fertile mangrove channels to understand more about this precious ecosystem and the outstanding bird and marine life it supports.
SAILING DHOW SAFARIS and SUNSET CRUISES Traditional sailing dhow safaris and cruises:  Take a sunset cruise or day trip on a magnificent hand made traditional teak sailing dhow.
CULTURAL and COMMUNITY INTERACTION Cultural and community interactive experiences:  Community projects are operated by Ibo Island Lodge.
MASSAGE - RELAX and DE-STRESS
Ibo offers complete tranquility and you can be as active or relaxed as you wish: at the pool, on the roof terrace, in the gardens, or stroll the island and take in the unique scenes of Ibo.

22 October 2011


The Myblue Hotel is situated in a splendid and unique scenario in one of the island’s most beautiful spots, Nungwi, famous for its sunsets and for its sea. It is about 50 km from the Stone Town airport and is easily accessible at about 60 km of transfer to the asphalt roads.

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The Resort reasserts the unmistakeable “sophisticated simplicity” of the famous Mosquito Blue Hotels and was built respecting the environment it is surrouinded by to guarantee an excellent service.
The island is developed in longitudinal manner and embraces an elegant and original tone to allow for a relaxing and peaceful vacation. As you get closer and closer to the restaurant you are overwhelmingly stunned by the many enchanting different shades of blues of the Indian Ocean and of the splendid white, very fine sandy beach, that is protected by a frame of a rocky scenario that defines and borders the bay. The hotel is overlooking a calm and crystal clear sea that, unlikethe rest of the isalnd, is rarely interested in the phenomenon of the high tides.
At only 200 km from the hotel you can find Nungwi’s fishermen village, where you can admire the local craftsmenship and see the many local characteristic bars along the seaside in the vivid Nungwi area.

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Every room is furnished in a boutique like decor and has one or more beds with a mosquito net, a wardrobe with mirror, a desk, a luggage holder, air conditioning, a telephone, a digital safe, a LCD 33 television with international channels, a minibar, a hair dryer and an iron (upon request).
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The management of the Hotel guarantees an excellent standard service. The restaurant offers Italian and international cuisine. In front of the pool, near the main bar, there is a relaxing covered area with a library, table games and an internet point free of charge.
The pool extends all the way to the seaside; next to it there is also an outdoors whirlpool bath. Moreover, sun loungers, sun deckchairs and towels (with a depoist) are availble to the clients. You may also use the laundry service, the massage area and the boutique upon paying the service.
Sports & More
  You have the possibility to practice snorkeling and diving inside the Resort’s facilities. You may also practice kite surfing (upon request). For the Myblue Hotel clients on the island who love boat rides and fishing, they may rent a fishing boat, located on the island, and it is possible to go deep sea fishing. The water that surrounds the island is full of many different types of fish and Marlin. Another pleasant way that you can enjoy the sea is to get a fisherman to bring you along the Reef on the characteristic local fishing boat, the ingalawa, geared with bar-bells and latin sails.
All of these above mentioned sports and excursions can be organized at the sales point inside the resort.
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Prices Starting from ZAR 12,550 per person sharing

Includes:- Flights from Johannesburg inclusive of taxes
- Transfers
- 7 nights Accommodation in a Standard Room
- all meals and some soft drinks
Excludes:- Visa Fees
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Items of personal nature
- Activities not mentioned

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21 October 2011


Sandies Tropical Village offer an exclusive launch pad to the wonders of Kenya.

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Paper-white buildings with palm-thatched roofs watch over the resort’s animated garden in the form of a Masai Manyatta Village where you will find towering Neem trees, lazy Bougainvilleas and peeking monitor lizards. Life is easy in this wonder.
Embraced in a charming oasis of tranquillity the resort features 109 garden rooms, 2 restaurants and 3 bars. Evenings are spent under buttermilk skies watching the in-house performers entertain the guests. Through the day you can join them in archery, beach volley, Thai stretching or challenge yourself in a coconut throwing competition.

Guest Services
- Cable and fax service
- Concierge and luggage storeroom
- Room service available upon request
- Laundry and pressing service (7 days a week)
- Doctor on call (24 hours)
- Swimming pool
- Dream Spa with Thalassotherapy centre
- Spherique fashion boutique with drugstore
- Daily and evening entertainment program (at the nearby Sandies Tropical Village)
- Water sports centre (at the nearby Sandies Tropical Village)
- PADI diving centre (at the nearby Sandies Tropical Village)
- Children service: baby cot, high chair and baby sitter on request
- All major credit cards accepted
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All Inclusive
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the Main Restaurant
- Snacks, soft drinks, fruit juices, beer, house wine, tea and coffee, selected spirits
- Breakfast Service: from 07:30am to 10:00am
- Lunch Service: from 01:00pm to 02:30pm. Dinner Service: from 08:00pm to 09:30pm
- Main Bar: Serves refreshing drinks, fruit juices, beer, house wine, selected spirits, coffee and tea, snacks and pastries. Daily morning fruit offer on the beach. Premium and imported liquors available at charge from 07:00am to Midnight
- Pool Bar: Serves soft drinks, alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages. From 09:30am to 06:00pm
- Gymnastic daily activities, latin dance course, non-professional windsurf equipment, archery, table tennis, evening animation program, discotheque. All these activities are offered at the nearby Sandies Tropical Village
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Superior Rooms at Tropical Village
36 Superior rooms built in two levels semi circle structure with private balconies at second floor and terraces at ground floor. All rooms are designed in Lamu or English style with mini fridge and have large bathroom with walk-in shower and hand basin.
Facilities in the room include:
Air conditioning and ceiling fan
Personal in room safe box
Mini fridge
Telephone via operator
Hairdryer
Shaver plug point
Electricity 220V 50 Hz

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Deluxe Rooms at Tropical Village
49 Deluxe rooms built in two levels semi circle structure with private balconies at second floor and terraces at ground floor. All rooms are designed in Lamu or English style with mini fridge and have large bathroom with walk-in shower and hand basin.
Facilities in the room include:
Air conditioning and ceiling fan
Personal in room safe box
Mini fridge
Telephone via operator
Hairdryer
Shaver plug point
Electricity 220V 50 Hz

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Junior Suites at Tropical Village
24 Junior Suites built in two levels semi circle structure with private balconies at second floor and terraces at ground floor. All rooms are designed in Lamu or English style with stocked mini bar, evening turn down service, free laundry and breakfast room service on request and have large bathroom with walk-in shower and hand basin.
Facilities in the room include:
Air conditioning and ceiling fan
Personal in room safe box
Mini fridge
Telephone via operator
Hairdryer
Shaver plug point
Electricity 220V 50 Hz


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Malindi Holidays - Tropical Village Resort - Kenya Beach Resorts


The DREAM SPA
The Dream Spa is endowed a center of Thalassotherapy, ideal for restoration and maintenance of global prosperity.
The Thalassotherapy is a therapeutic  method in which the sea is a source of care, and can restore the body wellness and serenity based on using all natural agents such as water, climate and sand.
The seawater has a revitalizing, detergent, antibacterial, balancing and toning effect. It is used for baths, showers, mud baths, sand, inhalation, irrigation, and aerosol.
The benefit that you will receive from wise manual of qualified personnel is total.
Immersed in this context and followed with discrete treatment by the therapists, will be delighted to discover yourself fit and  in total harmony with the environment that welcomes you.

Spherique Boutique
Our Philosophy
Amazing customers with a unique shopping experience in stunning locations around the world.
The Spherique philosophy is to ensure the highest quality in every aspect of our boutiques. Personnel are carefully selected and trained so our customers can enjoy the best professional service.
Spherique sources only the finest products by travelling extensively from small villages in Thailand, where we purchase quality local handicrafts such as handwoven silks and mother-of-pearl, to the small local markets in Africa that sell inimitable artefacts crafted from wood and stone. Where possible we select items made by local associations, which support people with disabilities.
Years of experience means Spherique understands exactly what customers want and need, which is why our boutiques now also feature more exotic brands to satisfy even the most discerning customers.
Our Boutiques
Our focus on quality begins with our boutique interiors. They are all designed by internationally recognised specialist architects and made with the best natural materials from the local area. No one can resist our exciting, colourful window displays and once inside we ensure our customers enjoy absolute comfort with spacious fitting rooms.
We guarantee that our boutiques always offer an excellent selection from the latest collections.

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Kenya Area Guide

No other country on earth can offer the visitor as much to see and do. Within the borders of a single country, you will find savannahs rich with big game, timeless cultures unchanged by the modern world, pristine beaches and coral reef, equatorial forests and mighty snow-capped mountains, searing deserts and cool highland retreats and endless opportunities for adventure, discovery, relaxation; more than you would ever expect.
Kenya lies astride the equator on the eastern coast of Africa. It is a medium-sized country by continental standards, covering an area of about 586,600km sq. Inland water bodies cover some 10,700km sq, the bulk of this in Lakes Victoria and Turkana.
Kenya has tremendous topographical diversity, including glaciated mountains with snow-capped peaks, the Rift Valley with its scarps and volcanoes, ancient granitic hills, flat desert landscapes and coral reefs and islets.
The ethnical groups composing the population are seventy, many of which still follow ancient rites and wear ancient costumes, such as the Masai.
The currency is the Kenyan shilling (KES).
The official languages are Swahili (subdivided in four language groups) and English.
From a religious point of view, Kenya’s situation is rather composite: there are around 35% of Anglicans and Protestants, 25% of Catholics, 20% of Animists, 10% of Muslims, and the remaining 10% follows the numerous traditional religions.
They say that Kenya contains within itself the whole of Africa: landscapes, climates and people that make it a unique, fascinating destination.

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Local Attractions
Safaris and Natural Parks
Visitors often think of Kenya as a synonym for Safari. Excursions to the tribal areas of Turkana and Samburu are the most known and appreciated. The Masai Mara National Reserve, west of Nairobi, is one of the most beautiful game reserves in the Country and is protected by UNESCO: the Mara, as it is called, is inhabited by the Masai who hunt and work the land side by side with the many species of wild animals that populate the reserve’s 320 km²: lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras and hippopotamuses.
Kenya-bound travellers are attracted by its many natural reserves: among them, the Marsabit National Park & Reserve, where wild animals live protected by the forest not far from the beautiful Lake Paradise, a volcanic lake surrounded by an enchanting natural landscape. Other destinations of natural interest are Amboseli Park, the Mijikenda Kaya forest (another UNESCO heritage site) and Baringo Lake.
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Malindi and Watamu Marine Parks:
These parks were established in 1968 and are the first of their kind in Africa. The ocean blue waters here host a wide variety of corals. Within the coral kingdoms that abound herein, multi-coloured fishes can be seen ducking in and out of this extensive reef. The coral gardens offer spectacular areas for goggling. In these gardens you are bound to see different species of coral fish like the Angelfish, Butterfly fish, Triggerfish and even have an opportunity of watching the Surgeonfish at work. Many glass-bottomed boats to take you for tours in the coral gardens are available. Scuba diving can also be arranged within the hotels.
Casino Malindi:
Casino Malindi is a freestanding ocean front casino, welcoming players and non-players alike. By day, Casinó Malindi maintains a casual atmosphere, with visitors strolling into the coolness of the air-conditioned building to escape the equatorial sun and enjoy a few hours of entertainment.
Nairobi
Nairobi is Kenya’s capital city, the largest in Eastern Africa and the fourth largest in the whole African continent. It is the heart of the country’s politics, economy and culture and acts as hub for several tourist circuits, especially the safari-related ones. In fact, it is also known as Safari Capital of the World  or Green City in the Sun. It is a cosmopolite, densely populated city that features the typical contradictions of many large cities in developing countries.
Lamu 
Lamu, the most ancient city in Kenya, lies on a beautiful coast of its homonymous island. It is almost wholly inhabited by Muslims and it used to be a commercial sea hub. Lamu overlooks the sea and is a quiet and fascinating place that offers such extraordinary cultural richness to have become a UNESCO world heritage site. The Lamu Museum and the Swahili House Museum preserve historic and artistic testimonies of great interest. The Donkey Sanctuary and a ride on the dhow , the typical boat, are among the attractions that Lamu offers its visitors.
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INCLUDED IN THIS 8 DAY PACKAGE
Tour Duration:     7 Nights/ 8 Days
Destinations:       Tropical Village (4 Star Resort)
Accommodation:  Garden View Room with private patio and deck chairs.  En-suite bathroom with shower
Meals:                    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner – Soft drinks, house wine, local beer, juices, water, cocktails, tea & coffee
Transport:              Return Flights ex Jhb to Mombasa via Nairobi & Return transfers from the airport
Activities                 Daily Activity Programme and Evening entertainment
Added Value:       Beach towels, Sun beds on the beach, Sun umbrellas and deck chairs at the pool
Honeymoon Surprise: Fruit plate, flowers and cake in the room on arrival
EXCLUDED FROM PACKAGE
Added Value:  
- You can visit the Spa at Dream of Africa Resort for a range of beauty and relaxation treatments.
- Private Beach or Pool Dinners
- Day Trips to local Attractions in Malindi Village and surrounds
Visas, Departure Taxes, Travel & Medical insurance, Items of personal nature, Gratitude’s, Meals, Beverages and Activities not mentioned above.
Price:    from R10,050 per person in Superior Room

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R 4130
ex CPT:
R 4520
ex DUR:
R 2540
Self Drive:
dur
Durban
Package Name: 
5* The Oyster Box
Region: 
South Africa


   



Expiry Date
:
10/24/2011 (mm/dd/yyyy) 
   
Includes:  
* Return flights to Durban
* Pre-payable airport/security taxes
* Return airport/hotel transfers
* 2 nights accommodation at the 5* The Oyster Box
* Breakfast daily

Added value:
* Welcome drink
* One complimentary High Tea
  
Extra information: 
  
Validity: 
NOW - 27 OCT 2011. Valid for SA residents only.

TRAVEL SOUTH AFRICA WITH LATHITA TRAVEL

Web:   www.lathita.co.za
Mail:    info@lathita.co.za
Tel:     +27 41 373 7758

19 October 2011


EXPERIENCE CAPE TOWN


Destination
:


ex JNB
:
R 4340
ex CPT:
R 2590
ex DUR:
R 4340
Self Drive:
na
Cape Town
Package Name:
Magic in the Mother City
Region:
South Africa






Expiry Date
:
12/28/2011 (mm/dd/yyyy)
Includes:
* Return flights to Cape Town
* Pre-payable airport/security taxes
* 2 days car hire
* 2 nights accommodation at the 5* African Pride Crystal Towers Hotel & Spa
* Breakfast daily
* Return transfers from the hotel to the show
* Dinner & show at Madame Zingara

Added Value:
* A Canal Walk shopping card booklet
* A sushi making lesson at the Deli
* A 20% discount off your entire meal at any Cape Town Fish Market Restaurant
Extra information:
Validity:
01 SEP 2011 - 30 DEC 2011.

EXPERIENCE CAPE TOWN WITH LATHITA TRAVEL

Web:   www.lathita.co.za
Tel:     +27 41 373 7758
Mail:    info@lathita.co.za