Malindi Beach Resort, Kenya

MALINDI BEACH RESORT

The lush tropical garden of the Diamonds Malindi Beach is a real Garden of Eden, where everything in this 23-room resort is at guest’s disposal.

Enter your deluxe room with its African-Arabian furniture, gaze at the garden or the sea and prepare to dream about everything you will be doing the next morning: a safari, a visit to a real Masai village, a snorkelling trip in the Marine Park or a weekend on Lamu island.

Additional facilities include 1 restaurant with table d’hôte service and 2 bars serving a large selection of cocktails, cool drinks ,snacks and fresh fruit during the day to revitalize after a windsurf lesson or a thalassotherapy full body treatment at the nearby Dream Spa.

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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

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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Rooms at Malindi Beach

Deluxe Garden Rooms

17 Deluxe Garden rooms situated in 8 Arab-African style two level villas with private balconies at second floor and terraces at ground floor. Rooms are equipped with
international cable TV, stocked mini bar and large bathrooms with walk-in shower.

Facilities in the room include:

Air conditioning
Digital in room safe box
Telephone via operator
Breakfast room service available on request
Free Laundry Service
Hairdryer
Shaver plug point
Electricity 220V 50 Hz

Deluxe Sea View Rooms

6 Deluxe Sea View rooms situated in a Arab-African style two level building with private balconies. Rooms are equipped with international cable TV, stocked mini bar and large bathrooms with walk-in shower.

Facilities in the room include:

Air conditioning
Digital in room safe box
Telephone via operator
Breakfast room service available on request
Free Laundry Service
Hairdryer
Shaver plug point
Electricity 220V 50 Hz

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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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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.

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.

Malindi

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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Magical Malindi with Tropical Village

MAGICAL MALINDI with TROPICAL VILLAGE RESORT

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

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.

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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

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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Experience Magical Kenya and Malindi with the Tropical Village Resort

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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

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

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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Experience Magical Kenya and Malindi with the Tropical Village Resort

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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.

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.

Magical Malindi

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 R11,450 per person in Superior Room

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Experience Zanzibar with La Gemma dell'Est

LA GEMMA DELL'EST

Set within exotic, tropical gardens and waterfalls inviting guests to enjoy the pristine view over the Indian Ocean, Diamonds La Gemma dell’Est is located on the north-western shores of magical Zanzibar.

This enchanting, luxurious and environmentally friendly resort has a total of 138 rooms, all with private terrace and with sea views. The 4 restaurants, 3 bars and oriental café offer a vast array of international and local cuisine, combining notable service with culinary excellence.

For the active guests or business with pleasure the resort offers additional facilities, an international diving centre, a fully equipped water sports centre, an open air gym, a Spherique Boutique, the Baobab Congress Centre, and the Mvua African Rain Spa.

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The Rooms at La'Gemma Dell'Est

Deluxe Rooms

93 Deluxe Sea View rooms with private terrace and garden access.

Rooms facilities:

King size or European twin Canopy bed with mosquito net
Individually controllable air-conditioning and ceiling fan
IDD (International Direct Dialing) Telephone
Stocked Mini-bar
Coffee and tea making facilities
TV with satellite channels
Digital in-room safe
Luggage rack
Large marble bathroom with walk-in shower
Double hand basin
Bidet, WC and face mirror

Villa Club Rooms

23 Villa Club rooms with comunal living room, butler service and free laundry

Rooms facilities:

King size or European twin Canopy bed with mosquito net
Butler Service (from 8 am to 8 pm)
Free laundry service
Individually controllable air-conditioning
Ceiling fan
IDD (International Direct Dialing) Telephone
Stocked Mini-bar
Coffee and tea making facilities
TV with satellite channels
Digital in-room safe
Luggage rack
Large marble bathroom with walk-in shower
Double hand basin
Bidet, WC and face mirror
Hairdryer with shaver plug
Electric current: 220 V AC, 50Hz

Suites

16 Suites with sea view, separate living room and kitchenette and 1 Family Suite with sea view and extra bedroom.

Rooms facilities:

King size or European twin Canopy bed with mosquito net
Individually controllable air-conditioning and ceiling fan
IDD (International Direct Dialing) Telephone
Stocked Mini-bar
Coffee and tea making facilities
TV with satellite channels
Digital in-room safe
Luggage rack
Large marble bathroom with walk-in shower
Double hand basin
Bidet, WC and face mirror
Hairdryer with shaver plug
Electric current: 220 V AC, 50Hz

Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite with 5 bedrooms and large communal living area, office, butler quarters and private pool with sea view terrace.

Room facilities:

King size or European twin Canopy bed with mosquito net
Individually controllable air-conditioning and ceiling fan
IDD (International Direct Dialing) Telephone
Stocked Mini-bar
Coffee and tea making facilities
TV with satellite channels
Digital in-room safe
Luggage rack
Large marble bathroom with walk-in shower
Double hand basin
Bidet, WC and face mirror
Hairdryer with shaver plug
Electric current: 220 V AC, 50Hz

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Experience Zanzibar with the luxurious La'Gemma Dell'Est

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THE SPA

In Africa, rain gives life and life depends on it…

Rain is the gift that brings simple wealth to the earth and all those on it. Rain refreshes in the still heat of the day, it cools thirsty land, awakens the senses and sharpens the aromas of the bush.

Capturing the beauty and magic of African décor, Mvua African Rain Spa blends earthy colors and dramatic images to evoke a sensory journey and invites guest to built a personal experience in its calming space.

Here you will find everything you need to soothe body and mind.

At Mvua African Rain Spa we utilize indigenous moisture – nourishing natural ingredients and other native resources such as plants, flowers, salt, grains, spices, wild honey and raw sugar. Our tempting choices of treatments are based on ancient African, Asian and European traditions designed to soothe the spirit, rejuvenate the body and enrich the mind.

After experiencing the attentive service and warm ambience, you will not want your visit to Mvua African Rain Spa end and you will return again and again.

Mvua African Rain Spa is an experience like no other.

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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Zanzibar Area Guide

The island of Zanzibar is in the Indian Ocean, 50km off the Eastern coast of Africa, a few degrees South of the Equator. It joined Tanzania in 1964, known as Tanganyika at the time, and since then it has been a part of what is now known as the United Republic of Tanzania. However, it has its own Government, Parliament and President.

The largest town is Zanzibar, which includes the ancient part Stone Town. Among the many islands forming its archipelago, Unguja and Pemba are the most extended and inhabited. The language spoken here is Ki-Swhaili, a result of the contact between the Bantu and the Middle Eastern civilizations, declared UNESCO World Heritage in 1960. English is also spoken, along with French and Italian. The most common religion is Islam and a very small minority of people are either Christians or Indus.

The island of Zanzibar is an extraordinarily beautiful place from the naturalistic point of view and was, for centuries, a crossroads for international trade between Eastern Africa, the Indian Ocean, China and Europe. This has turned the island into a place where different cultures cohabit harmonically.

Zanzibar Local Attractions

Stone Town

With visits to the House of Wonders, the Palace Museum (People's Palace), Dr Livingstone's House and the Arab Fort amongst others, it is a fascinating look at the essence of Zanzibar. You will see Zanzibar's bustling market, winding alleyways, ornately carved and studded doors, two cathedrals and countless mosques. A trip to the site of Sultan Barghash's harem at Marahubi should also be included and rounds off an insight into Zanzibar's huge history and vibrant culture. Stone Town has some excellent gifts shops with plenty of souvenirs and handicrafts to choose from.

Spice Plantations

The history of Zanzibar would be incomplete without the cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, pepper and many other spices which brought the Sultans of Oman and the beginnings of the infamous slave trade. They can be seen in the plantations just outside Zanzibar town, and a good tour includes opportunities to dazzle the senses with fresh spices. A detailed description is given about a variety of spices, and their uses in cooking and cosmetics. Visitors will be fascinated by the sheer number of spices produced and their incredible value for many ailments. This is also the cheapest place to purchase spices and spice oils.

Jozani Forest

The Jozani Natural Forest Reserve is located in the central east region of Zanzibar island and is home to the rare Red Colobus Monkey (pictured opposite), which is endemic to Zanzibar. These monkeys are full of character, and roam freely. They can also be seen at very close quarters just outside the reserve's perimeter and are incredibly photogenic. Jozani is home to other species including Syke's monkey's, small buck and bushpigs. The elusive Zanzibar leopard (last sited several years ago) is said to feed here at night - perhaps this is why the reserve is only open during the day. Jozani has an excellent nature trail and the guides are well trained and informative.

North Coast

Tours to the unspoilt north coast always end up at Ras Nungwi, a sleepy fishing village on the northern tip of Zanzibar island. It is the dhow building capital of Zanzibar, so you will be able to see the traditional methods of dhow construction in action. This area of Zanzibar has some fantastic beaches and nearby coral reefs which are ideal for diving and snorkelling. The local villagers have built a turtle sanctuary where injured turtles and other marine animals are nursed back to health before being released back into the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.

Kizimkazi Mosque & Dolphin Tour

Situated on the southern point of the island, Kizimkazi fishing village is home to several schools of bottle-nosed dolphins which can often be sighted following a short boat trip from the village. If you are lucky, you may be able to swim quite close to the dolphins which can be a very rewarding experience. Kizimkazi is also the site of a 12th century mosque, the earliest evidence of Islam in East Africa, and is thus worth a visit for both natural and cultural reasons.

Prison Island

Once the site of a gaol for misbehaving slaves, the island lies just off the old stone town. It is fringed with a beautiful coral reef, ideal for snorkelling, and has a lovely white beach for sun-bathing.

It is also home to a family of giant tortoises, imported from the Seychelles in the late 19th century. This island is ideal for a day-trip with refreshments available throughout the day. It also has a small restaurant where you can enjoy freshly caught fish.

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Zanzibar with Neptune Pwani Resort

NEPTUNE PWANI BEACH Friendly and spacious, Sandies Neptune Pwani Beach is an ideal choice for guests in search of a retreat that offers the “special touch”, matched with attention to the finest of details. The Resort has been meticulously created, emulating traditional Zanzibar style, using the best in local design, interiors, furnishing, meeting top international standards. The Resort features 150 rooms all with terrace and ocean view, situated in 2 level blocks and 4 individual beachfront suites with in-room Jacuzzi. Facilities include 3 restaurants, 2 bars, the Mvua African Rain Spa, a Spherique Boutique, conference room and facilities and a water sports centre. Zanzibar Holidays - Neptune Pwani - Zanzibar Resorts Experience Zanzibar with the Neptune Pwani Beach Resort The Rooms at Neptune Pwani Deluxe Sea View Rooms 72 Deluxe Sea View rooms all terraced with ocean view and are situated in African style 2 level blocks. Rooms have large bathroom with walk-in shower, king size or European twin bed with mosquito net, comfortable sitting area with sofa and tea table. Facilities in the room include: Individual climate control TV with satellite channels Stocked mini bar Coffee and tea making facilities Digital in room personal safe Telephone via operator Hairdryer Shaver plug point Electricity 220V 50 Hz Deluxe Sea Side Rooms 78 Deluxe Sea Side rooms all terraced with ocean view and are situated in African style 2 level blocks. Rooms have large bathroom with walk-in shower, king size or European twin bed with mosquito net, comfortable sitting area with sofa and tea table. Facilities in the room include: Individual climate control TV with satellite channels Stocked mini bar Coffee and tea making facilities Digital in room personal safe Telephone via operator Hairdryer Shaver plug point Electricity 220V 50 Hz Suites 4 Suites beach front with separate living room and Jacuzzi. Rooms have large bathroom with walk-in shower, king size or European twin bed with mosquito net, comfortable sitting area with sofa and tea table. Facilities in the room include: Individual climate control TV with satellite channels Stocked mini bar Coffee and tea making facilities Digital in room personal safe Telephone via operator Hairdryer Shaver plug point Electricity 220V 50 Hz Zanzibar Holidays - Neptune Pwani - Zanzibar Resorts Experience Zanzibar with the Neptune Pwani Beach Resort SPA In Africa, rain gives life and life depends on it… Rain is the gift that brings simple wealth to the earth and all those on it. Rain refreshes in the still heat of the day, it cools thirsty land, awakens the senses and sharpens the aromas of the bush. Capturing the beauty and magic of African décor, Mvua African Rain Spa blends earthy colors and dramatic images to evoke a sensory journey and invites guest to built a personal experience in its calming space. Here you will find everything you need to soothe body and mind. At Mvua African Rain Spa we utilize indigenous moisture – nourishing natural ingredients and other native resources such as plants, flowers, salt, grains, spices, wild honey and raw sugar. Our tempting choices of treatments are based on ancient African, Asian and European traditions designed to soothe the spirit, rejuvenate the body and enrich the mind. After experiencing the attentive service and warm ambience, you will not want your visit to Mvua African Rain Spa end and you will return again and again. Mvua African Rain Spa is an experience like no other. 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. Zanzibar Area Guide The island of Zanzibar is in the Indian Ocean, 50km off the Eastern coast of Africa, a few degrees South of the Equator. It joined Tanzania in 1964, known as Tanganyika at the time, and since then it has been a part of what is now known as the United Republic of Tanzania. However, it has its own Government, Parliament and President. The largest town is Zanzibar, which includes the ancient part Stone Town. Among the many islands forming its archipelago, Unguja and Pemba are the most extended and inhabited. The language spoken here is Ki-Swhaili, a result of the contact between the Bantu and the Middle Eastern civilizations, declared UNESCO World Heritage in 1960. English is also spoken, along with French and Italian. The most common religion is Islam and a very small minority of people are either Christians or Indus. The island of Zanzibar is an extraordinarily beautiful place from the naturalistic point of view and was, for centuries, a crossroads for international trade between Eastern Africa, the Indian Ocean, China and Europe. This has turned the island into a place where different cultures cohabit harmonically. Local Attractions Stone Town With visits to the House of Wonders, the Palace Museum (People's Palace), Dr Livingstone's House and the Arab Fort amongst others, it is a fascinating look at the essence of Zanzibar. You will see Zanzibar's bustling market, winding alleyways, ornately carved and studded doors, two cathedrals and countless mosques. A trip to the site of Sultan Barghash's harem at Marahubi should also be included and rounds off an insight into Zanzibar's huge history and vibrant culture. Stone Town has some excellent gifts shops with plenty of souvenirs and handicrafts to choose from. Spice Plantations The history of Zanzibar would be incomplete without the cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, pepper and many other spices which brought the Sultans of Oman and the beginnings of the infamous slave trade. They can be seen in the plantations just outside Zanzibar town, and a good tour includes opportunities to dazzle the senses with fresh spices. A detailed description is given about a variety of spices, and their uses in cooking and cosmetics. Visitors will be fascinated by the sheer number of spices produced and their incredible value for many ailments. This is also the cheapest place to purchase spices and spice oils. Jozani Forest The Jozani Natural Forest Reserve is located in the central east region of Zanzibar island and is home to the rare Red Colobus Monkey (pictured opposite), which is endemic to Zanzibar. These monkeys are full of character, and roam freely. They can also be seen at very close quarters just outside the reserve's perimeter and are incredibly photogenic. Jozani is home to other species including Syke's monkey's, small buck and bushpigs. The elusive Zanzibar leopard (last sited several years ago) is said to feed here at night - perhaps this is why the reserve is only open during the day. Jozani has an excellent nature trail and the guides are well trained and informative. North Coast Tours to the unspoilt north coast always end up at Ras Nungwi, a sleepy fishing village on the northern tip of Zanzibar island. It is the dhow building capital of Zanzibar, so you will be able to see the traditional methods of dhow construction in action. This area of Zanzibar has some fantastic beaches and nearby coral reefs which are ideal for diving and snorkelling. The local villagers have built a turtle sanctuary where injured turtles and other marine animals are nursed back to health before being released back into the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. Kizimkazi Mosque & Dolphin Tour Situated on the southern point of the island, Kizimkazi fishing village is home to several schools of bottle-nosed dolphins which can often be sighted following a short boat trip from the village. If you are lucky, you may be able to swim quite close to the dolphins which can be a very rewarding experience. Kizimkazi is also the site of a 12th century mosque, the earliest evidence of Islam in East Africa, and is thus worth a visit for both natural and cultural reasons. Prison Island Once the site of a gaol for misbehaving slaves, the island lies just off the old stone town. It is fringed with a beautiful coral reef, ideal for snorkelling, and has a lovely white beach for sun-bathing. It is also home to a family of giant tortoises, imported from the Seychelles in the late 19th century. This island is ideal for a day-trip with refreshments available throughout the day. It also has a small restaurant where you can enjoy freshly caught fish. 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Welcome to Cape Town

Welcome TO FLORÉAL HOUSE This magnificent, well-known Cape Town building boasts sweeping views of Table Mountain (below which it lies), the Harbour and Table Bay. Dating back to the 1920’s, the lodge is exceptionally stylish, with an impressive white exterior and attractive wooden-framed windows, looking out on views in all directions. Friendly hospitality is the order of the day. Meals are served all day by the swimming pool in the colourful gardens and staff are on hand at all times to help maximize the guests’ enjoyment of the Mother City. Nine exceptionally comfortable 4-star rooms offer all that can be expected for a top holiday. Conveniently situated in Oranjezicht, the lodge has easy access to the Waterfront, the mountain and the beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton offering the comfort of a small hotel within a stone’s throw of the heart of Cape Town. Experience South Africa and Cape Town... South Africa Safari - Cape Town Safari - Floreal House Special Offers December 2010 Special Stay 3 nights - Pay for 2 Book and stay for three nights and get the third night absolutely free! Only valid for the first two weeks of December 2010. The Facilities at Floreal House The emphasis at Floréal House is on hospitality. We are here to look after your every need and to ensure that you enjoy you stay in Cape Town to the maximum, whether you are on holiday, taking a weekend break, or on business. Floréal House offers all the services you would expect of a 4-star hotel, including free wireless internet connectivity. All rooms are fitted with fans and heaters, tea/coffee - making facilities, and en-suite bath and/or shower. Each room has a television and a mini-bar and all the facilities one would expect from a four-star establishment. The interiors are classic and unfussy, with polished pine floors and newly-refurbished curtains and linens. The nine rooms are extremely well-appointed, with spacious and classy tiled en-suite bathrooms. A sumptuous, full English breakfast as well as a sugar free breakfast is served every morning in the dining room or around the pool in the garden - an impressive array of fresh fruits, cold meats, cheeses and smoked salmon, as well as a range of cooked breakfasts. A light meals menu is available all day and dinner is available on request. There is a wide range of excellent restaurants nearby and transfers to and from these establishments can be arranged. The colourful gardens are home to plentiful birds and squirrels and the pool provides the perfect place to while away the hours on a sun-bed with a large gin and tonic and a view over the city and the bay to Bloubergstrand and the Hottentots-Hollands Mountains in the North. Floréal House is in Oranjezicht, close to the centre of Cape Town, the waterfront and the beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton, but away from the urban bustle and noise. Oranjezicht is open and safe, with many attractive buildings and huge, open parks. The lodge has 24 hour security and secure parking. Activities in Cape Town Cape Town, the Mother City, is South Africa’s most visited destination. From beach to bush, from Table Mountain to the Winelands, the visitor will never tire of the endless activities and sights on offer. Table Bay was originally a victualling stop for the VOC (Dutch East India Company). The harbour has now been spectacularly redeveloped as the world’s flagship waterfront, the V&A Waterfront, with shops, shows, music and a range of superb restaurants. Boat trips are possible around the working harbour and out to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for so many years. Table Mountain, with the two mountains which flank it, Lion’s Head and Devil’s Peak, offers spectacular views to the North over the bay, and to the South, down The Twelve Apostles – a spiny ridge which leads to Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope. A cable car takes visitors up the mountain. The route to Cape Point, where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans are said to meet, gives the visitor endless opportunities to visit beaches, lighthouses, animal and bird sanctuaries and to drive along some of the world’s most spectacular scenery, including the well-known Chapman’s Peak Drive. South Africa is famous for its wine - and rightly so. Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl are all within an easy drive of Floréal House and a large number of vineyards offer tours and tastings to visitors. Many of the buildings are in the Cape Dutch architectural style - a testament to 350 years of settlement since the arrival of Jan van Riebeeck in 1652. A week is not enough in Cape Town! Floréal House has a preferred operator, who will escort guests to all of the above and many more. If you would like us to make a booking on your behalf, please arrange it in advance if possible. Alternatively, hire a car and drive yourself. Experience South Africa and Cape Town... South Africa Safari - Cape Town Safari - Floreal House