Friday 23 April 2010

Manta Resort - Diving Update


We went diving at a new site close to the resort. Water temperature 25C, visibility about 20m. We were about to decent, and saw a group of dolphins, approximately 60 swimming towards the boat. Then while we were descending, the dolphins swam right past us! They were about 10m from us! We went to down to about 40 meters, as we had a group of experienced divers. Firstly, we saw three Manta Rays swimming towards us, and after about 5 minutes a group of 30 Manta Rays swam right over us! They were less than 10 meters above our heads!

For more information and booking please visit our main Manta Reort Page.

Thursday 22 April 2010

Hi Susie

Thank you very much.

Just by way of feedback which you may find useful for the future.

Both hotels were fantastic – the Zanzibar Palace upgraded the room for both nights and Langi Langi allocated the Penthouse Room to us which we loved, and we even had a cooking lesson with Sele.

We would certainly(in fact already have) recommend you to friends and colleagues planning a trip to Zanzibar. We put our trust in you and were not dissapointed with your knowledge and recommendations.

By the way do you have any links in with Turkey Travel Agents?

Kind regards

Richard

Wednesday 14 April 2010

Top 3 beaches to swing in a hammock.

Lonely Planet have just announced that Jambiani Beach (South East Coast of Zanzibar)is one of their top three beaches world wide to swing in a hammock. Please read their thoughts below:

This the Beach that Time Forgot, where men in fishing dhows set sail at sunset for the reefs, women gather seaweed daily, and people like you are constantly boiling to a crisp under the baking sun. There’s not much to do here (certainly not swimming; tides are low) except loll about and crack open a few coconuts. Remember: you’re in Zanzibar, Mythical Africa, so just kick back and drink it (or your coconut milk) in. Rent a bike from the fishing village to explore the beach’s limits; ask a local fisherman to take you for a boat ride at dusk so you can see the beach in all its sun-dappled glory.

To view a selection of Hotels and Lodges in Jambiani please follow the link.

Friday 9 April 2010

Update on beach erosion at La Gemma


The Management at La Gemma del ´Est informs that most of the work protecting the beach had been completed by end of February but further work still continued through till March. This work has been concentrated at the water sports area on the extreme left hand side of the beach, sea facing. No machinery or heavy equipment was to be used during this time.

Water sports such water ski, wakeboard, windsurf, canoes are available, at the moment only sailing with catamaran is not available. There has been some slight disturbance in completing the access stairs leading down onto the public beach which were expected to be completed at the end of the month totalling 3 in all. All rooms are away from the works, as they are located on the extreme left side of the beach (when facing the sea), they take place from 07.30 till 04.30pm.


Please call: 01227 753180 for further updates or reservations.

Thursday 8 April 2010

The Palms - Update


The coverage speaks for itself. The Palms was selected by Conde Nast Traveler as one of the Top 30 island beaches in the world-and recommended as the place to stay. Couple this with an exclusive 3 page article in the prestigious American Town and Country magazine, articles in Woman magazine, Elle, Architectural Digest, Cosmopolitan and the vote of confidence from BBC Holiday Show which chose us and Zanzibar as the #1 island destination of the world. The Palms continues to make its name as the premier boutique beach accommodation

Breezes Beach Club - Update


Breezes Beach Club retains its place as Zanzibar's favourite resort. With its signature design, flair and hospitality it continues to set standards on the island of Zanzibar. It was featured as one of the 30 destinations in Conde Nast Traveller's Top 30 island beaches of the world. The renovation of all the guest room bathrooms has completed the final renovation phase. In addition to this we are delighted to announce the opening of our Hair salon which offers styling, head massage and hair treatments.

Baraza - Update


Baraza has magically captured the very essence of the mystique and exoticism of Zanzibar. From the spectacular entrance, which features a series of Swahili arches which, in repetition, frame the spectacular natural beauty of this magical location, through to the restaurants and bars which showcase Cement Barazas replete with silk cushions and candlelit lanterns, through to the villas where every detail has been considered. Hand carvings adorn the cement walls, Antique Zanzibar doors frame spaces and buildings flow in all shades of cream and caramel accented with twinkling hand carved brass lanterns, ceramic pots, Zanzibari antiques and brushed mosaic stone floors.

Each private, luxury villa is an expression of Swahili design and features sumptuous King Beds, with its own separate living room, outdoor terrace which is framed by arches, luxury bathrooms, a private plunge pool and its own Sultans Lounge.

Combine this with spectacular gardens, Zanzibari hospitality, a world class spa featuring its own lap pool, a kitchen showcasing the seafood, spices and abundance of fruits and vegetables that the island has to offer and this is the ideal location to experience the heady and hypnotic magic of Zanzibar while enjoying the luxuries of premier world class hotel services and facilities.