Magical Malindi

Malindi and Watamu

The small town of Malindi is at the centre of a strip of idyllic tropical beaches offering the visitor a range of world class resorts and quiet relaxing hideaways. Further south, the sleepy village of Watamu is fronted by wide white beaches. This tranquil haven is home to several well established resorts, and many private guesthouses scattered through the forest along the deserted shore. At Watamu a Marine National Park has been established, an ideal day trip for divers and snorkellers alike. Northwest of Malindi is the spectacular Marafa Depression, locally known as Nyari and popularly known as Hell's Kitchen. An extensive series of sandstone gorges and sheer gullies, this unique and otherworldly landscape has become part of local folklore. The thick jungles of the Arabuko Sokoke Forest reserve hide a world of wonders. In the cool of the forest winding paths will take you in search of rare endemic birds and mammals, and visiting herds of Elephant. The forest holds another secret, the lost town of Gedi, a deserted trading Swahili town hidden deep in the forests, whose winding passages and crumbling walls tell of a long and mysterious past. Walk through the Forest, explore the mangroves by boat, dive on the reef or try your hand at big game fishing. At the North coast you have all these choices and more, with the space and freedom to relax, unwind, and soak up the atmosphere. Getting Around - The gateway to the North Coast is Mombasa, although some visitors fly directly to Malindi. The Coastal highway runs north of Mombasa all the way to Kenya’s northern frontier. Driving your own car or hired car as far as Malindi is very easy. There are regular buses and matatus along the North coast. Many hotels and resorts in this area have Mombasa shuttles or can arrange vehicle transfers. Private taxis from Mombasa will also take you to the North Coast beaches for an agreed fare. Malindi airport has daily scheduled flights to Mombasa, Nairobi and Lamu. The airport also serves Private Charters. Regular buses and Matatus service the North Coast Highway. Services are less regular north of Malindi. Taxis can be found in any town, or at most hotels or resorts.

Dreaming in Malindi

DREAM OF AFRICA

Welcome to a resort where the enchanting power of nature blends in with the exotic style of the Indo-Arab buildings to offer you a mesmerizing charm, which in Swahili, is called “bembeleza”.

Sit in the Balinese chaise lounges on your room terrace and listen to the sound of the wind rustling the palm trees, enjoy the music of the waves and let your heart dance in silence: your Dream of total relaxation has finally come true.

Chose to dine on the open air terrace or inside the air conditioned restaurant, overlooking the swimming pool or at the A’ la carte restaurant serving a selection of seafood menus on the beach.

Endowed with a centre of Thalassotherapy, a beauty centre and a gym with spectacular view on the ocean, the Dream Spa is the ideal place for the restoration and the maintenance of global prosperity.

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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 Dream of Africa

The Dream Junior Suites

33 Junior Suites garden view with custom Italian designed furniture, king size bed or twinbeds, sofa bed, arm chair and dressing table. All rooms have Jacuzzi bathtub, stocked mini bar and private terrace with comfortable Balinese sun loungers.

Facilities in the room include:

Individual climate control and ceiling fan
Satellite flat screen TV with international channels
Free internet connection
Digital in room personal safe
Telephone via operator
Hairdryer
Shaver plug point
Electricity 220V 50 Hz

The Dream Suites

2 Suites with separate living room, king size bed or twinbeds, sofa bed, arm chair and dressing table. All rooms have Jacuzzi bathtub, stocked mini bar and private terrace with comfortable Balinese sun loungers.

Facilities in the room include:

Individual climate control and ceiling fan
Satellite flat screen TV with international channels
Free internet connection
Digital in room personal safe
Telephone via operator
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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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 - Malindi & Kenya

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.

Experience 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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A star is born in Zanzibar

STAR OF THE EAST

A magnificent private sanctuary of eleven exclusive villas with its own plunge pool and a tastefully furnished terrace, a covered Makuti patio and a large tropical garden to enjoy exclusive privacy and the supreme view over the Indian Ocean and the famous Zanzibar sunset.

The villas are named after eleven of the most precious gems in the world to match the modern and contemporary African style architecture. Personal butler service, a private beach and unmatched all-inclusive services accommodate the most discerning traveller with the ultimate in comfort, privacy and luxury.

Literally everything and anything you could dream of is catered for at the very highest level of all-inclusive services including access to all facilities, restaurants and bars of Diamonds La Gemma dell’Est.

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The Rooms at Star of the East

One Bedroom Villas

7 one bedroom villas and 2 one bedroom villas with additional in-room Jacuzzi designed in modern contemporary and African style and built to give the discerning guest the ultimate on space and luxurious privacy.

Each villas comes with a private plunge pool and Jacuzzi, an extra large and fully furnished terrace with a covered and open area and a large tropicalprivate garden to enjoy the un-matched views over the sea and the famousZanzibar sunset.

One Bedroom Villas Size: 235 square meters ( 100sqm interiors, 65sqm external area covered with makuti, 45sqm garden, 25sqm swimming pool )

Guest room facilities:

King size bed
Individually controlled air-conditioning
Flat screen satellite TV
Entertainment console
Laptop and business Desk pad with exclusive stationary
Large in room safe box
Private bar
Walk-in closet
Spacious bathroom with indoor and outdoor walk-in shower, 2 hand basin, face mirror and hair dryer private WC, bidet and indoor Jacuzzi as per reservation
Exclusive choice of amenities
Choice of cushions and duvet
Specialty Coffee and tea making facilities
Electric current 220 volts AC 50 cycles

Two Bedroom Villas

2 two bedroom villas with additional in-room Jacuzzi designed in modern contemporary and African style and built to give the discerning guest the ultimate on space and luxurious privacy.

Each villas comes with a private plunge pool and Jacuzzi, an extra large and fully furnished terrace with a covered and open area and a large tropicalprivate garden to enjoy the un-matched views over the sea and the famousZanzibar sunset.

Two Bedroom Villas Size: 300 square meters ( 150sqm interiors, 65sqm external area covered with makuti, 45sqm garden, 40sqm swimming pool )

Guest room facilities:

King size bed
Individually controlled air-conditioning
Flat screen satellite TV
Entertainment console
Laptop and business Desk pad with exclusive stationary
Large in room safe box
Private bar
Walk-in closet
Spacious bathroom with indoor and outdoor walk-in shower, 2 hand basin, face mirror and hair dryer private WC, bidet and indoor Jacuzzi as per reservation
Exclusive choice of amenities
Choice of cushions and duvet
Specialty Coffee and tea making facilities
Electric current 220 volts AC 50 cycles

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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.

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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Magical Kenya with Malindi Beach

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. Malindi Holidays - Malindi Beach Resort - Kenya Beach Resorts Experience Magical Kenya and Malindi with the Malindi Beach Resort 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 Malindi Holidays - Malindi Beach Resort - Kenya Beach Resorts Experience Magical Kenya and Malindi with the Malindi Beach Resort 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 Malindi Holidays - Malindi Beach Resort - Kenya Beach Resorts Experience Magical Kenya and Malindi with the Malindi Beach Resort 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. 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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Romantic Zanzibar...

DREAM OF ZANZIBAR Located on the East Coast of Zanzibar, Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar is superb 5 star all inclusive Resort nestled in the midst of exotic gardens on the beach front at Pwani Machangani overlooking the turquoise water of the Indian Ocean. The exclusive and elegant atmosphere of the hotel is perfect for guests avid of a perfect hideaway. Diamonds Dream of Zanzibar offers 104 deluxe gardens rooms, 40 ocean view junior suites, 10 additional junior suites with Jacuzzi and 3 beach villas with private pool. 5 Restaurants offer guests an exceptional variety of dining options and 3 bars feature relaxing environments to enjoy refreshing drinks and cocktails. Additional facilities include the Mvua African Rain Spa, an indoor gym, conference facilities, a water sports centre and a multisport court. Zanzibar Holidays - Dream of Zanzibar - Zanzibar Resorts Experience Zanzibar with the luxurious Dream of Zanzibar Guest Services at Dream of Zanzibar 24 hours reception with business centre Currency exchange Concierge and luggage storeroom Laundry and valet service (7 days a week) Pressing service (24 hours) First aid in house clinic and doctor on call (24 hours) 2 Swimming pools, 1 with children area Baby sitter on request against charge MVUA Spa Fitness centre and jogging trail Boutique with drugstore Conference Centre Animation team with daily and evening entertainment Water sports centre All major credit cards accepted All Inclusive Service at Dream of Zanzibar Breakfast, lunch and dinner at Main Restaurant Soft drinks, house wine, local beer, juices, water, tea, coffee served in the main restaurant Buffet Breakfast service from 07:00am to 10:00am Buffet lunch service from 1:00pm to 3:00pm Buffet dinner service from 7:30pm to 9:30pm The Chop Stick Asian Restaurant opens for lunch The Boma African Restaurant opens for dinner The Andiamo Pizzeria opens for dinner Snacks, morning and afternoon tea, lunch menu served at the Beach bar. The snack bar serves snacks, soft drinks, house wine, local beer, selected spirits & cocktails, juices, water, tea, coffee Pool Bar 2 opens between 10:00am and 1:00 am. Spirits and long drinks are served between 6:00 pm and 1:00 am The le Souk Bar opens between 10:00am / 6:00pm Soft drinks, beer and water in room fridge Free welcome drink to all arrivals Gymnastic daily activities (water gym, stretching, jogging) Windsurf equipment non-professional Canoe Beach volley Football Darts Evening Entertainment Programme Discotheque The rooms at Dream of Zanzibar Deluxe Rooms 104 Deluxe Rooms fitted with furniture made by Italian specialists in elm wood. All rooms are equipped with: King size or European twin bed with mosquito net En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and double basine Spacious private terrace with table and chairs Individual climate control and ceiling fan IDD telephone Internet access ( with cable ) TV with satellite channels, DVD and CD player Stocked Mini bar Coffee and tea making facilities Digital in room personal safe Hairdryer Shaver plug point Electricity 220V 50 Hz Junior Suites 40 Junior Suites with Sea View and fitted with furniture made by Italian specialists in elm wood. All rooms are equipped with: King size or European twin bed with mosquito net En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and double basine Spacious private terrace with table and chairs Individual climate control and ceiling fan IDD telephone Internet access ( with cable ) TV with satellite channels, DVD and CD player Stocked Mini bar Coffee and tea making facilities Digital in room personal safe Hairdryer Shaver plug point Electricity 220V 50 Hz Jacuzzi Junior Suites 10 Jacuzzi Junior Suites with Sea View and fitted with furniture made by Italian specialists in elm wood. All rooms are equipped with: King size or European twin bed with mosquito net En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and double basine Jacuzzi Spacious private terrace with table and chairs Individual climate control and ceiling fan IDD telephone Internet access ( with cable ) TV with satellite channels, DVD and CD player Stocked Mini bar Coffee and tea making facilities Digital in room personal safe Hairdryer Shaver plug point Electricity 220V 50 Hz Beach Villas 3 sea front Beach Villas with Jacuzzi and private pool. All rooms are equipped with: King size or European twin bed with mosquito net En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and double basine Jacuzzi Spacious private terrace with table and chairs Private pool Butler service Individual climate control and ceiling fan IDD telephone Internet access ( with cable ) TV with satellite channels, DVD and CD player Stocked Mini bar Coffee and tea making facilities Digital in room personal safe Hairdryer Shaver plug point Electricity 220V 50 Hz Zanzibar Holidays - Dream of Zanzibar - Zanzibar Resorts Experience Zanzibar with the luxurious Dream of Zanzibar DREAM OF ZANZIBAR 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. 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. Zanzibar Holidays - Dream of Zanzibar - Zanzibar Resorts Experience Zanzibar with the luxurious Dream of Zanzibar

Honeymoon in the Kruger

Experience the Kruger and Kapama Game Reserve...

South Africa Safari - Kruger Safari - Kapama Game Reserve

The northern Drakensberg mountain range provides a majestic backdrop to the largest private game lodge in the Greater Kruger National Park region. Kapama River Lodge is situated within Kapama Game Reserve, and presents the perfect blend between luxurious safari accommodation and a generous bed capacity of 64 bedrooms. Although large, it is so stylish and roomy and beautifully positioned along a dry riverbed, that guests fall in love with it.

Each spacious room at Kapama River Lodge features a full en-suite bathroom and terrace with uninterrupted views into the leafy-green Big 5 game reserve. The central guest entertainment areas include a large rim-flow swimming pool with sun umbrellas and recliners for lazy afternoons. The long L-shaped relaxation lounge and bar under a double-volume thatch, curves around the pool and on either side is a huge double-sided fireplace creating a wondrous open-plan yet cosy atmosphere. The Rhino Boma dining area with tables arranged under a low thatch in a horseshoe curve, has a central open space where a roaring outdoor fire gives a glow to evening meals. Buffet-style meals introduce African flavours with Pan African dishes using fresh local ingredients and specialist dishes featuring venison like kudu and impala.

Kapama River Lodge is so named because it lies in a curve of the Kapama River, which is usually dry but floods from time to time and can reach the steps of the lodge swimming pool. A small permanent water source lies just beyond Kapama River Lodge perimeter fence attracting animals like antelopes, elephant and buffalo. Watch this truly African spectacle from the warm blue water of the big rim flow swimming pool, or relax in the shade of an umbrella on loungers around the pool.

For those occasions when you really want to catch up on world news on cable TV, watch a sports game or entertain the children with a wildlife DVD, pop down to the Kapama River Lodge Media Room. This area is also adapted for small conferences of 20 delegates or less, with breakaway rooms seating 8-10 people.

The Lounge
African pots, stools and artefacts grace the illuminated recessed alcoves in the L-shaped lounges and bar of Kapama River lodge. Chairs are softly upholstered in reds and golds and the high yellow thatch reflects a warm light back into the beamed lounges. A wide chimney divides each lounge area, and the dual-facing fireplaces throws light and warmth into all areas.

Wooden-framed glass concertina doors can be pulled closed to keep it cosy or opened up completely for views beyond the rim-flow pool into the sandy riverbed. A special feature of Kapama River Lodge is the straw-clad plaster walls, helping to seamlessly merge the inside with the outside.

Fine Dining
Kapama River Lodge extends itself with three different dining venues:

Rhino Boma is the most popular buffet dinner venue where a delicious variety of dishes is eaten under an open-sided thatch around a crackling fire.

The Riverbed is a romantic place to dine, with a star-studded African night sky above you and the sand of the dry riverbed beneath you.

Siyatla Lounge is newly built and perfect for large groups, formal functions, product launches and conferences. It has its own bar and lounge with two huge fireplaces with chimneys extending up to the open-beam thatched roof. Huge wizened leadwood trunks create a truly African feature inside the hall. Concertina glass panel doors open the space completely to let the sounds and smells of Africa in.

Dishes are prepared with seasonal local produce and fresh herbs grown at Kapama River Lodge. Ethnic dishes and accompaniments like mealie pap (African-style polenta) and chakalaka (a hot and spicy relish) are used to give the taste of Africa, but more familiar food is also on the menu. Safari game drives have the habit of giving you a raging appetite so blow the diet and dig into specialist dishes like warthog stew and kudu casserole, impala sausages and mild oxtail curries. Fish eaters get an option on the menu and vegetarians are well catered for with fresh African vegetables like sweet potatoes baked in their skin, wild spinach and feta cheese, spiced zulu cabbage and steamed gem squash.

Kapama Wine Cellar
Kapama River lodge has a wine cellar worth boasting about. Three big plate glass windows allow you to look into the perfectly humidified environment storing more than 600 bottles of fine wine. Apart from some French Champagne, all the wines and Cape Classique sparkling are from South Africa's finest Cape vineyards; Meerlust Rubicon, Veenwouden and Boschkloof Merlot, Graham Beck Shiraz, Nitida pinotage and fine vintage Chardonnays, Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc.

Kapama Suites
Kapama River Lodge features 40 spacious air-conditioned suites, with modern yet distinctly African furnishings and log-beam ceilings under a golden thatch. Step onto your private balcony with an iced drink from your mini bar, and while away free time looking lazily into the bush for animals that may pass by.

There's tea and coffee at your disposal too. Bathrooms are all en-suite with his and hers basins, bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and lotions and fluffy white towels.

Kapama Spa Suites
The 20 Spa suites, completed in November 2008, is positioned close to the Spa on a private setting away from the rest of the lodge and all rooms have magnificent private views into the reserve. The ebony and ivory colors and the use of frameless glass panels in the bathroom as well as the 3 meter high doors makes it possible to fully enjoy the magnificent views from every corner of the room. The room includes all other luxuries such as a minibar and coffee and tea making facilities, hair dryer, minisafe and even have a built in international plug that can accommodate most electric power plug configurations.

The Kapama Family Room is situated together with the Spa suites and includes three balconies and a separate area with two beds for younger kids if guest want their kids to be accommodated in one room. This room is in excess of 70 m² including the balconies and is also ideal for guests who just enjoy the comfort of a large room.

Kapama Royal Suites
Pamper yourself at the two Kapama River Lodge Royal Suites. These suites are bigger in every way and have a separate lounge and extended balcony with recliner couches. Your en-suite bathroom has bath and a dual shower cubicle looking towards the bush.

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Experience the Kruger and Kapama Game Reserve...

South Africa Safari - Kruger Safari - Kapama Game Reserve