Zanzibar Island | Incomparable Beach Holiday
Characterized by beautiful beaches and coral reefs, Zanzibar, an archipelago in the Indian ocean, is made up of Pemba and Ugunja islands, and several smaller islets. Unguja covers an area of 650 square miles stretching 60 miles long and 20 miles wide. It is located approximately 25 miles from the Tanzanian coast and 40 kilometers from the mainland.
Zanzibar is a whole year round destination. Its climate is favorable with temperatures rising to 25-28 degrees centigrade in summer, which blends well with the cool breeze from the sea. Long rains are normally expected in the months of April and May, while short rains come in November.
Though you can get to Zanzibar both by air and water, taking a flight is the most convenient way, as it is fast and comfortable. There is a daily flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar operated by the Kenya airways. You are more likely to have great and breathtaking views if seated on the left side seat thus I highly recommend this. Once in the island, you should go for tours to stone Town, spice farms, and a number of beautiful unspoilt beaches like Jambiani.
Zanzibar is a great destination with different unique attractions like the Omani palaces and towers, nice aromas of the spices of old , and graceful dhows " the classic Arabic sailboats that have been plying the harbor for centuries. Zanzibar music, cuisine and architecture are the true reflections of the influence of multiple cultures mostly Arabic, African, and Indian culture and lifestyles. Some classic examples of the unique Zanzibar architecture are the brass-studded and wooden door carvings.
Stone town, the chief town in Zanzibar, is beautifully decorated with narrow winding streets, bustling markets, and the great hospitality of its inhabitants. This historical town was the only functioning town in East Africa centuries ago. It boasts of many prominent buildings which have some rich history behind them. Such buildings include the palace museum, Dr Livingstones house, the house of wonders and the Arab Fort .
Zanzibar Island offers a wide variety to suit different tastes and choices of its visitors. The Northern and Eastern shores offers dazzling resorts and lively club scenes owned mostly by European investors while the southeast side boasts of the Jambiani beach which is not fully developed. There are a few locally owned businesses on this southeast side.
Ocean Paradise Resort is one of the great hotels in Zanzibar. The resort is situated on the east coast of Zanzibar, approximately 60 km away from Stone Town and the Airport. The resort will captivate you from the moment you enter the reception with it's breathtaking views over the palm fringed beach and azure blue water of the Indian Ocean. Accommodation consists of 100 traditionally styled bungalows (84 Superior Rooms and 8 Junior Suites). Each room is fully air-conditioned with satellite television and radio, direct dial telephone, ceiling fan, en suite bathroom with shower, bidet and toilet, private terrace, mini bar and hair-dryer. In addition, the Junior Suites have a spacious living room equipped with a television, mini bar and telephone. Some rooms have interconnecting door for families. Ocean Paradise offers a selection of bars and restaurants with themed buffets and barbecues.
Breezes beach is located near the village of Bwejuu, and approximately one hour from the airport. It is situated along a pristine untouched beach stretching as far as the eye can see. With personalized service, attention to detail and warm hospitality, Breezes is a traveler's home away from home with clean white sandy beaches. All the rooms are spacious and beautifully decorated in relaxed elegance, fully air-conditioned with en suite bathrooms, a refrigerator and personal safe box. The rooms are located in landscaped gardens with the Suites and the Deluxe rooms being located closer to the sea.
Shopping almost always comes up on Zanzibar holiday and for this you will enjoy time at the Zanzibar Cultural Centre in Stone Town where local women use the space to create and sell local crafts at low prices. When hungry, step into Livingtones on Forodhani Street for a leisurely gourmet meal on the beach. The monsoon Restaurant will suit your craving for Swahili cuisine, traditional dcor and the soothing taarab music on Wednesdays and Saturdays. At the forodhani Gardens, everything from grilled octopus, to Zanzibari Pizza is on sale. Zanzibar hotels offers some of the best accommodation along the East African region.
One last place you should visit in Stone Town Zanzibar is the childhood home of the late lead singer of the rock band Queen, Freddie Mercury. The home is now called the Gallery Zanzibar and has a wide collection of Zanzibar artifacts from carvings, paintings, brass-trimmed Zanzibar chests, beaded boxes, and many more antiques. - 18780
Zanzibar is a whole year round destination. Its climate is favorable with temperatures rising to 25-28 degrees centigrade in summer, which blends well with the cool breeze from the sea. Long rains are normally expected in the months of April and May, while short rains come in November.
Though you can get to Zanzibar both by air and water, taking a flight is the most convenient way, as it is fast and comfortable. There is a daily flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar operated by the Kenya airways. You are more likely to have great and breathtaking views if seated on the left side seat thus I highly recommend this. Once in the island, you should go for tours to stone Town, spice farms, and a number of beautiful unspoilt beaches like Jambiani.
Zanzibar is a great destination with different unique attractions like the Omani palaces and towers, nice aromas of the spices of old , and graceful dhows " the classic Arabic sailboats that have been plying the harbor for centuries. Zanzibar music, cuisine and architecture are the true reflections of the influence of multiple cultures mostly Arabic, African, and Indian culture and lifestyles. Some classic examples of the unique Zanzibar architecture are the brass-studded and wooden door carvings.
Stone town, the chief town in Zanzibar, is beautifully decorated with narrow winding streets, bustling markets, and the great hospitality of its inhabitants. This historical town was the only functioning town in East Africa centuries ago. It boasts of many prominent buildings which have some rich history behind them. Such buildings include the palace museum, Dr Livingstones house, the house of wonders and the Arab Fort .
Zanzibar Island offers a wide variety to suit different tastes and choices of its visitors. The Northern and Eastern shores offers dazzling resorts and lively club scenes owned mostly by European investors while the southeast side boasts of the Jambiani beach which is not fully developed. There are a few locally owned businesses on this southeast side.
Ocean Paradise Resort is one of the great hotels in Zanzibar. The resort is situated on the east coast of Zanzibar, approximately 60 km away from Stone Town and the Airport. The resort will captivate you from the moment you enter the reception with it's breathtaking views over the palm fringed beach and azure blue water of the Indian Ocean. Accommodation consists of 100 traditionally styled bungalows (84 Superior Rooms and 8 Junior Suites). Each room is fully air-conditioned with satellite television and radio, direct dial telephone, ceiling fan, en suite bathroom with shower, bidet and toilet, private terrace, mini bar and hair-dryer. In addition, the Junior Suites have a spacious living room equipped with a television, mini bar and telephone. Some rooms have interconnecting door for families. Ocean Paradise offers a selection of bars and restaurants with themed buffets and barbecues.
Breezes beach is located near the village of Bwejuu, and approximately one hour from the airport. It is situated along a pristine untouched beach stretching as far as the eye can see. With personalized service, attention to detail and warm hospitality, Breezes is a traveler's home away from home with clean white sandy beaches. All the rooms are spacious and beautifully decorated in relaxed elegance, fully air-conditioned with en suite bathrooms, a refrigerator and personal safe box. The rooms are located in landscaped gardens with the Suites and the Deluxe rooms being located closer to the sea.
Shopping almost always comes up on Zanzibar holiday and for this you will enjoy time at the Zanzibar Cultural Centre in Stone Town where local women use the space to create and sell local crafts at low prices. When hungry, step into Livingtones on Forodhani Street for a leisurely gourmet meal on the beach. The monsoon Restaurant will suit your craving for Swahili cuisine, traditional dcor and the soothing taarab music on Wednesdays and Saturdays. At the forodhani Gardens, everything from grilled octopus, to Zanzibari Pizza is on sale. Zanzibar hotels offers some of the best accommodation along the East African region.
One last place you should visit in Stone Town Zanzibar is the childhood home of the late lead singer of the rock band Queen, Freddie Mercury. The home is now called the Gallery Zanzibar and has a wide collection of Zanzibar artifacts from carvings, paintings, brass-trimmed Zanzibar chests, beaded boxes, and many more antiques. - 18780
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