Zanzibar

An undisputed jewel in the ocean, Zanzibar has it all, from dreamlike beaches, superb seafood, a UNESCO world heritage old town and welcoming locals.

One of the best ways to explore the island is by putting your plans in the hands of an expert. An evening spent dining on this rock in the middle of the Indian Ocean is almost a rite of passage for first-time visitors to Zanzibar. Guests can sit inside, but we suggest you arrive early and make a beeline for one of the sofas out on the terrace. Out at sea, the water is bright blue, unblemished to the horizon, where it seems to liquefy into the sky. They introduced different architectural styles as they built their homes and businesses, creating a unique blend of Arabic, Persian, Indian, European, and African buildings in the city. Zanzibar, an archipelago off the Tanzania coast, has long-attracted travellers to the historic birthplace of the Swahili language.