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Top Ten Tips To Find The Perfect Resort In Zanzibar

If you are planning a trip to Africa, why not stop in for a few days to the islands of Zanzibar? When we flew here on Qatar Airways, half of the passengers stayed on board the airplane and flew onto Kilimanjaro, whilst the other half disembarked with us for time on this island paradise. Some […]

Stunning Swahili Style Stay On Spice Island

Lavish luxury awaits us as we make our way toward the Essque Zalu Zanzibar Resort located on the most northern point of the island of Unguja – also known as Zanzibar. As we drive towards the Indian Ocean, the giant ‘Matuki’ palm tree roofing of the Essque Zalu Zanzibar Resort and Spa Grand Hall blocks the sky. […]

Breakfast On The Balcony By The Beach

If you head to the very northern tip of Zanzibar to a coastal town of Nungwi (also known as Nungwe) you will find an area that is completely different than the rest of the island. Here there is very little seaweed, sugary white beaches, and clear turquoise waters.  This little part of paradise draws holiday-makers […]

Ocean Paradise Zanzibar – A Round Resort

ROUND eyes bulge and Explorason says “WOW” as we walk into the massive open African building, and we gasp at the incredible expanse of coconut palms and ROUND African-style ‘huts’ that are before us. In fact, these are not huts, but rather grand ROUND guest villas dotted across a perfectly manicured garden that stretches below to […]

Choosing Sunglasses for Travel for Kids and Adults

We are big believers that it is important to protect our eyes and to have the right sunglasses when traveling, for both myself as an adult, and for my child too. When buying sunglasses for traveling with, we should be looking to protect our eyes from the effects of harmful UV and UVB rays. Many […]

Total Seclusion in the Tranquility of Zanzibar

Imagine dining under the Africa night sky with stars twinkling above, and with lanterns glowing all around you. The ocean breeze gently wafts and blows away every stress and worry in your life. Your problems seem a million miles away as you experience this ever-present, perfect moment. This is a moment my son and I […]

Perfect Swimming Choices – All Day And Night In Zanzibar

Imagine cooling off in your own private pool before bedtime. Swimming under the stars in cool water was a just luxury for Explorason.   The warm Zanzibar night breeze wafted gently up from the Indian Ocean. Earlier at Pongwe Beach Hotel, we have also enjoyed a swim in the infinity seaside pool which was perfect for our […]