Nestled on the east coast of Sub Saharan Africa, this small island has become very popular in the last couple of years. Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous part of Tanzania, a tropical island influenced by varied cultures, from India, Persia and the Arab world. The warm and lush tones of the island give the perfect backdrop for a relaxing holiday.
We stayed in Stone Town for a couple of nights before heading to Kizimkazi - a lazy fishing village in the south of the island.
We stayed at Antonio Garden and totally recommend it. A lovely pool, bar and lounge chairs. Breakfast Buffet was wholesome and served up a good spread too.
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| While walking the lanes of Stone Town - every corner and winding alley is truly an artist's delight. |
We stayed in Stone Town for a couple of nights before heading to Kizimkazi - a lazy fishing village in the south of the island.
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| Aesthetically designed hotel interiors. |
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| Palm trees aplenty give the island its tropical feel. |
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| Inside the Swahili House, we met the staff and they were warm and friendly. Swahili House is a must visit if you are visiting Zanzibar. |
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| Photos depicting the rich history and ties that Zanzibar enjoyed. |
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| Swahili House |
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| One of my favorite combinations, black and white tiles with the swaying palm. |
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| I loved how every nook and corner is a place to relax. |
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| A cafe with a laid back setting. |
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| Colorful paintings inspired by the Masai Mara. |
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| Prison Island. |
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| Our boat guide picked this starfish for us - which we promptly put back in the ocean. |
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| Life is generally slower here. |
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| People put out planted pots outside their doors - this was the case for most of the houses in Stone Town. |
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| A hen crossing the road. |
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| Buy what you want. |
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| Loved the design of the hotel we stayed at in Stone Town. |
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| The hotel we stayed at - Antonio Garden. |
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| This is one of my favorite shots. The white sand and the turquoise waters. This was on Paje beach. |
When we were on the flight back, I knew I'd definitely go back. It was one of the most relaxing holidays I had had. Finished reading more books than in a long time and got myself a good tan. Visa on Arrival, Daily Flights and affordable accommodation make the island a good option especially from the Middle East. There's not much to do on the island except relax. Perfect holiday.
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