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WORLD TRAVEL AWAR THE FINEST TRAVEL BR AFRICA AND INDIAN OC World Travel Awards – the leading authority that recognises and rewards excellence in travel and tourism – has unveiled its Africa and Indian Ocean 2021 winners. In the Africa categories, Kenya enjoyed a strong showing, with its thriving capital Nairobi named ‘Africa’s Leading Business Travel Destination’, Kenyatta International Convention Centre collecting ‘Africa’s Leading Meetings & Conference Centre’ and Kenya Tourist Board winning ‘Africa’s Leading Tourist Board’. Cape Town was recognised as ‘Africa’s Leading City Destination’ and its majestic Table Mountain won ‘Africa’s Leading Tourist Attraction’ for the third year in succession. Tanzania – with its national parks, wildlife and palm-fringed beaches – was voted ‘Africa’s Leading Destination’. In the Indian Ocean, Maldives cemented its reputation as the deﬁnitive secluded sanctuary to win ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Destination’, ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Beach Destination’ and ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Dive Destination’. Maldives

Marketing & Public Relations Corporation was named ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Tourist Board’. Meanwhile the lush forests and palm-fringed beaches of Seychelles helped the islands scoop ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Honeymoon Destination’. Mystical Madagascar was named ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Green Destination’, whilst Reunion Island was heralded ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Nature Destination’. In the hospitality sector, Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club took ‘Africa’s Leading Hotel’, whilst Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa, South Africa picked up ‘Africa’s Leading Boutique Hotel’. In a ﬁercely-contested category, Vakkaru Maldives was named ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Resort’, whilst Velaa Private Island, Maldives won ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Private Island Resort’. In the newcomer categories, Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, Johannesburg was voted ‘Africa’s Leading New Hotel’ with ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading New Resort’ going to ‘Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas’. In the aviation sector, Kenya Airways won both

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‘Africa’s Leading Airline’ and ‘Africa’s Leading Airline Business Class’, Cape Town International Airport took ‘Africa’s Leading Airport’, whilst Air Seychelles collected ‘Indian Ocean’s Leading Airline’. The results follow a year-long search for the world’s top travel, tourism and hospitality brands. Votes were cast by travel industry professionals and the public, with the nominee gaining the most votes in a category named as the winner. Graham Cooke, Founder, World Travel Awards, says: “Our winners represent the very best of travel and hospitality in Africa and the Indian Ocean and my congratulations to each of them. They are all playing starring roles in spearheading the travel and tourism recovery.” Country-level winners include Sandfontein Lodge & Nature Reserve (Namibia’s Leading Safari Lodge’); Xigera Safari Lodge (‘Botswana’s Leading Luxury Safari Lodge’); and Morukuru Beach Lodge (‘South Africa’s Leading Beach Hotel’). A full list of winners runs throughout this magazine.

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BEST IN TRAVEL INVESTIGATES: AFRICA & INDIAN OCEAN As World Travel Awards celebrates the best-of-the-best across Africa and the Indian Ocean, Breaking Travel News here takes a look at latest headlines from the region. TUI TUI has launched its earliest ever programme of winter holidays for late 2022, including trips to Senegal. The move comes as TUI aims to build on success of early summer launch responding to customer desire to book earlier. Those who crave warmer climes during the coldest months can choose from 45 destinations, including winter classics such as the Canaries, Egypt and Mexico, as well as brand new Senegal, perfect for a new experience oﬀ the beaten track. Located next to the Gambia in West Africa, with a lovely warm winter climate, TUI will be

offering weekly direct flights from London Gatwick to Dakar on TUI Airways. Customers can stay at the brand new 4T RIU Baobab in TUI’s platinum range offering 24 hours all-inclusive, swim up rooms and features unlimited a la carte restaurants. It is positioned right on the beach in Pointe Sarene as the newest tourist resort in Senegal 100 kilometres south of Dakar, with great beaches and incredible options for exploring nature which include safari, as well as the local culture. Richard Sofer, commercial and business development director at TUI, said: “We know there is pent up demand for holidays and

the desire to have a holiday to look forward to is more evident now than ever before. Many of our customers, in particular families tied to school holidays and popular dates such as Easter, and weddings and larger groups want to book as far in advance as possible to secure their holiday of choice.” He added: “We’re excited to launch Senegal as an exciting new winter sun destination and are conﬁdent it will appeal to customers seeking value for money, great all-inclusive resorts and guaranteed sunshine as well an experience that is a little bit diﬀerent.”

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Hyatt Hyatt has entered into a management agreement with Millat Properties for Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton. The planned opening of the property will mark the introduction of the select service and extended stay brand, Hyatt House, to the continent. The property will also be the third Hyatt-branded hotel in South Africa. The Hyatt House brand oﬀers a ﬂexible, elevated approach to extended stay and helps guests enjoy the comforts of home when they are away from theirs. Built on guest insights, Hyatt House hotels drive satisfaction and loyalty by allowing guests to maintain familiar routines, with spacious suites and studios featuring full kitchens, comfortable living rooms, large bedrooms and stylish bathrooms. Slated to open this month, the hotel will be situated in the wellestablished Sandton area, where business and leisure tourism

Hurtigruten Hurtigruten Expeditions is adding the west coast of Africa and its unique archipelagos – the Bissagos Islands and Cape Verde – to its list of new destinations. The 13-day itinerary includes four countries: Cape Verde, the Gambia, GuineaBissau and Senegal, with MS Spitsbergen based out of Dakar. The expansion follows the recent launch of year-round expedition cruises to the Galapagos Islands starting early 2022. “Next year will be one of the most adventurous years for Hurtigruten Expeditions. We will start the year by launching our Galapagos operations in January, and at the end of the year, we will introduce our ﬁrst African cruises. We are very excited about expanding to new unique destinations, which complements our Caribbean and South American expedition cruises and

blends together in Africa’s economical hub. Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton will boast 43 studio guestrooms and 19 apartmentstyle suites, all with fully equipped kitchens and separate living areas reminding guests of the conveniences of home. Additional amenities will include a unique concept for an alternative dining experience in the Treehouse, H Market oﬀering grab-and-go snacks and drinks, a state-of-the-art ﬁtness centre, and an outdoor swimming pool in which guests can unwind and enjoy themselves. “We’re delighted to announce

plans to introduce the Hyatt House brand to Africa, which will be Hyatt’s second hotel in collaboration with an aﬃliate of Millat Properties,” said Ludwig Bouldoukian, regional vice president of development for the Middle East and Africa, Hyatt. “We are proud to hold such strong relationships with exceptional owners who share our ambition and values. They are essential to powering Hyatt’s brand growth.” Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton will join two existing Hyatt-branded hotels in South Africa, Hyatt Regency Johannesburg and Hyatt Regency Cape Town.

strengthens our global position,” said Hurtigruten Expeditions chief executive, Asta Lassesen. Hurtigruten Expedition’s firstever African adventure will depart on November 27th, 2022, and will be the first in a series of expedition cruises to visit Cape Verde and the Bissagos Islands. One of the world’s most untouched destinations, the Bissagos Islands will offer guests a combination of distinctive wildlife and diverse landscapes as they enjoy four days exploring the

88-island archipelago that is home to hippos, dolphins, crocodiles, sea turtles, manatees and 500 species of birds. Cape Verde offers a distinctively different scenery compared to the Bissagos. Hurtigruten Expedition’s itineraries spend four full days visiting ports and destinations that no other cruise ships include. The ten rugged volcanic islands that make up the country boast a unique blend of African and Portuguese influences.

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS AFRICA 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES AFRICA'S LEADING AIRLINE 2021

AFRICA'S LEADING AIRLINE BRAND 2021

Kenya Airways WINNER

Ethiopian Airlines WINNER

EgyptAir

Ethiopian Airlines

Kenya Airways

Royal Air Maroc

RwandAir

South African Airways

AFRICA'S LEADING ALLINCLUSIVE RESORT 2021

AFRICA'S LEADING AIRPORT 2021

Diamonds Dream of Africa, Kenya WINNER

Cape Town International Airport, South Africa WINNER

Baobab Beach Resort & Spa, Kenya

Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport, Morocco

Hotel La Gemma dell'Est, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Kenya

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

Tunisair

AFRICA'S LEADING AIRLINE - BUSINESS CLASS 2021 Kenya Airways WINNER EgyptAir Ethiopian Airlines Royal Air Maroc RwandAir South African Airways

AFRICA'S LEADING AIRLINE - ECONOMY CLASS 2021 Ethiopian Airlines WINNER EgyptAir Kenya Airways LAM - Mozambique Airlines Mango Precision Air Royal Air Maroc RwandAir South African Airways

Julius Nyerere International Airport, Tanzania Kigali International Airport, Rwanda King Shaka International Airport, Durban, South Africa O.R. Tambo International Airport, South Africa

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, South Africa Le Méridien Cairo Airport, Egypt Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo, South Africa

TUI BLUE Bahari, Zanzibar, Tanzania

AFRICA'S LEADING BEACH DESTINATION 2021 Zanzibar, Tanzania WINNER Bazaruto, Mozambique Cape Town, South Africa

AFRICA'S LEADING AIRPORT HOTEL 2021

Diani Beach, Kenya

Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport, Kenya WINNER

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport, Kenya

AFRICA'S LEADING BEACH RESORT 2021

Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt WINNER

Nominees listed alphabetically E&OE

Plettenberg Bay, South Africa

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Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort, Mozambique Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa, Zanzibar Hotel La Gemma dell'Est, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Elewana Collection

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dakar Sea Plaza, Senegal

Hunter Hotels

Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill, Kenya

Red Carnation Hotels The Liz McGrath Collection

Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo, South Africa

The Royal Portfolio

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa, Zanzibar Swahili Beach, Kenya

AFRICA'S LEADING BUSINESS CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

The Majlis, Kenya

Avis WINNER

Europcar

Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa, South Africa WINNER

Sixt

Fusion Boutique Hotel, South Africa

Nairobi, Kenya WINNER

Hertz

Accra, Ghana Cairo, Egypt

Thrifty

Cape Town, South Africa

Giraffe Manor, The Safari Collection, Kenya

AFRICA'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2021

Hemingways Nairobi, Kenya

Transcorp Hilton Abuja, Nigeria WINNER

Mantis St Helena

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt

The Wheatbaker, Lagos

AFRICA'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL BRAND 2021 Mantis Collection WINNER Azura

Johannesburg, South Africa

Pretoria, South Africa

Fairmont The Norfolk, Kenya

The Silo, Cape Town, South Africa

Durban, South Africa

Lagos, Nigeria

Lanzerac Hotel & Spa, South Africa

The Manor House at Fancourt

Tribe Hotel, Kenya

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Budget

AFRICA'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2021

Sandton Sun, South Africa

Gran Meliá Arusha, Tanzania

AFRICA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

Hotel 2 Février Lomé, Togo

Avis WINNER

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra, Ghana

Budget

Kigali Serena Hotel, Rwanda

Hertz

Le Casablanca Hotel, Morocco

Sixt

Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda

Thrifty

Europcar

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Far from the crowd, in a wild and isolated corner of southern Namibia, you will find a uniquely private hideaway. Sandfontein Lodge & Nature Reserve is set within an 80,000 hectare private reserve, and is a magical destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Home to arid plains, dry riverbeds, and the mighty Orange River, Sandfontein has just five eco-conscious bungalows. It’s a soul-stirring place where guests have all they need to relax and reconnect with nature. There are no timetables – you decide the what, where and when. We offer scenic and sundowner drives, hiking and nature trails, canoeing, fishing and bird-watching, and world-class stargazing. For photographers, the dramatic landscape, fauna and flora, and ever-changing light devours both film and memory. For lovers of geology, Sandfontein is a playground waiting to be discovered! Diverse formations and rock types (including deposits of beryl, amethyst and tantalite) and huge boulder fields make Sandfontein something of a geological oddity. Sandfontein is the site of the legendary 1914 Battle of Sandfontein where you can visit the living museum sprinkled with mini ramparts, shells and food tins – clues as to how the troops tried to survive in this dramatic landscape. The Battle of Norechab 1906 is also another living museum located on Sandfontein Nature Reserve. So simply get in touch, and let Sandfontein take care of the rest. All you have to do is pack your bags and start looking forward to the adventure of a lifetime.

RESERVATION CONTACT Chéri Mulder CLIENT RELATIONS MANAGER mailto:cheri@sandfontein.com https://sandfontein.com/ Tel: +264 63 683 160 WhatsApp: +264 81 821 6531

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS AFRICA 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES AFRICA'S LEADING CASINO RESORT 2021 Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort, Morocco WINNER Maritim Jolie Ville Resort & Casino Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

Pullman Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa Sandton Sun, South Africa Sheraton Casablanca Hotel & Towers, Morocco

Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace, South Africa Sun City Resort, South Africa The Palazzo, South Africa Wild Coast Sun, South Africa

AFRICA'S LEADING CITY DESTINATION 2021 Cape Town, South Africa WINNER Durban, South Africa Johannesburg, South Africa Kigali, Rwanda

AFRICA'S LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2021 Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo, South Africa WINNER African Pride Melrose Arch, Autograph Collection, South Africa

Sandton Sun, South Africa Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, South Africa Sun City Resort, South Africa The Westin Cape Town, South Africa

AFRICA'S LEADING CONSERVATION COMPANY 2021 &Beyond WINNER African Conservation Experience

Djibouti Palace Kempinski, Djibouti

Edge Of Africa

Enashipai Resort and Spa, Kenya

Mantis Collection

Luxor, Egypt

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt

Marrakech, Morocco

Hilton Sandton, South Africa

Nairobi, Kenya

InterContinental Citystars Cairo, Egypt

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa

MalaMala Game Reserve

Ol Pejeta Conservancy Shamwari Private Game Reserve, South Africa Singita Wilderness Safaris

JW Marriott Hotel Cairo, Egypt

AFRICA'S LEADING CITY HOTEL 2021 Fairmont The Norfolk, Kenya WINNER Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel, Tanzania Hyatt Regency Casablanca, Morocco Pepperclub Hotel & Spa, South Africa

Kigali Serena Hotel, Rwanda Mövenpick Mansour Eddahbi Marrakech, Morocco Phakalane Golf Estate Hotel Resort, Botswana PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort, Convention Centre & Spa, Kenya Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda

Nominees listed alphabetically E&OE

AFRICA'S LEADING CRUISE LINE 2021 Oceania Cruises WINNER Regent Seven Seas Cruises Silversea Cruises

AFRICA'S LEADING CRUISE PORT 2021 Port of Mombasa, Kenya WINNER

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Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Nigeria

Port of Cape Town, South Africa

Rwanda

Port of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

South Africa

Port of Durban, South Africa

Hurghada Marriott Beach Resort, Egypt Leopard Beach Resort & Spa, Kenya

Uganda

One&Only Cape Town, South Africa

Zambia

Port of Zanzibar, Tanzania

AFRICA'S LEADING DESIGN HOTEL 2021 Babylonstoren Hotel, South Africa WINNER

PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort, Convention Centre & Spa, Kenya

AFRICA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

Sultan Gardens Resort, Egypt Voyager Beach Resort, Kenya

Thompsons Africa WINNER

Wild Coast Sun, South Africa

Birkenhead House, South Africa

Destination Kenya

Hotel Les Deux Tours, Morocco

Dragonfly Africa

Pullman Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire

Emeco Travel Egypt

AFRICA'S LEADING FESTIVAL & EVENT DESTINATION 2021

The Olive Exclusive All Suite Hotel, Namibia

Involv Africa

Durban, South Africa WINNER

Ker & Downey® Africa

Accra, Ghana

Nziza Hospitality

Cape Town, South Africa

Pollman's Tours & Safaris

Johannesburg, South Africa

Tourvest Destination Management

Kigali, Rwanda

Unitours Maroc

Marrakech, Morocco

The Robertson Small Hotel, South Africa The Silo, Cape Town, South Africa Tribe Hotel, Kenya

AFRICA'S LEADING DESTINATION 2021 Tanzania WINNER Botswana Egypt Ghana Kenya Morocco Mozambique Namibia

Lagos, Nigeria

Nairobi, Kenya

AFRICA'S LEADING FAMILY RESORT 2021 Sun City Resort, South Africa WINNER Address Marassi Golf Resort, Egypt Baobab Beach Resort & Spa, Kenya Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club

Rabat, Morocco

AFRICA'S LEADING GAME RESERVE BRAND 2021 &Beyond WINNER Legend Hospitality Group Shamwari Group Singita

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Africa’s Responsible Tourism Award

Kenya’s Leading Safari Company

Experience that ‘once in a lifetime’ African safari with Twiga Tours

TWIGA TOURS Africa is a continent inspired by adventure and emotion; a continent rich with culture, unimaginable wildlife experiences and some of the most breathtaking sceneries. At Twiga Tours, the focus is on oﬀering high-quality safaris experiences within East Africa and in particular Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda. From a tender age, the Manji Family have travelled extensively through East Africa and this intricate knowledge enables them to create suitable itineraries and curate ‘once in a lifetime’ experiences to meet your speciﬁc interests. The team also ensure that all their suppliers meet the highest standards of quality. Africa is much more than a passion for Twiga Tours, it’s their home and their goal is to showcase the very best of it to their guests responsibly. KARIBU SANA! twiga-tours.com

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS AFRICA 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES AFRICA'S LEADING GREEN HOTEL 2021 Hotel Verde Zanzibar - Azam Luxury Resort and Spa, Tanzania WINNER

Selman Marrakech, Morocco The Houghton Hotel, South Africa The Palace of the Lost City, South Africa

Aberdare Country Club, Kenya Hilton Hurghada Plaza, Egypt Morukuru Beach Lodge, South Africa Nairobi Serena Hotel Nkwichi Lodge, Mozambique Zuri Zanzibar

AFRICA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club WINNER Al Salam Hotel Khartoum, Sudan Arabella Hotel & Spa, South Africa Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza, Egypt Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca, Morocco Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg, South Africa Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences, Egypt Hotel 2 Février Lomé, Togo Palais Namaskar, Marrakech, Morocco Royal Mansour Marrakech, Morocco

AFRICA'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021 Nelson Mandela Platinum Suite @ Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa, South Africa WINNER Presidential Suite @ Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, South Africa

AFRICA'S LEADING HOTEL BRAND 2021

Presidential Suite @ Four Seasons Resort Marrakech, Morocco

Serena Hotels WINNER Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Royal Suite @ Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali, Rwanda

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts

Royal Suite @ The Oberoi, Marrakech, Morocco

Mantis Collection

The Royal Suite @ Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg, South Africa

Protea Hotels by Marriott Radisson Blu Sarova Hotels, Resorts and Game Lodges Sun International Tsogo Sun

AFRICA'S LEADING HOTEL RESIDENCES 2021

AFRICA'S LEADING INFLIGHT MAGAZINE 2021 Índico (LAM - Mozambique Airlines) WINNER Horus (EgyptAir) khuluma (Kulula) La Gazelle (Tunisair) Msafiri (Kenya Airways)

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences, Egypt WINNER

RAM Magazine (Royal Air Maroc)

Michelangelo Towers, South Africa

Selamta Magazine (Ethiopian Airlines)

Palacina The Residence & The Suites, Kenya Pepperclub Hotel & Spa, South Africa The Residences at Leopard Beach Resort & Spa, Kenya

Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa, South Africa

Nominees listed alphabetically E&OE

AFRICA'S LEADING LOW-COST AIRLINE 2021 fastjet WINNER Fly540 Jambojet kulula.com Mango

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AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL 2021

&Beyond Mnemba Island, Zanzibar

Villa da Praia @ Santorini Mozambique

La Mamounia, Morocco WINNER

Anantara Medjumbe Island Resort, Mozambique

Villa Ezzahra, Marrakech, Morocco

AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY LODGE 2021

AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY RESORT 2021

Silvan Safari, South Africa WINNER

Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech, Morocco WINNER

&Beyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge, Namibia

Four Seasons Resort Marrakech, Morocco

Palala Boutique Game Lodge & Spa, South Africa

Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

Royal Malewane, South Africa

Meliá Zanzibar

Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, South Africa Four Seasons Hotel Tunis, Tunisia Pullman Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa, South Africa The Oyster Box, South Africa The Silo, Cape Town, South Africa The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa, South Africa Villa Rosa Kempinski Nairobi, Kenya

AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2021 Grand Riad @ Royal Mansour Marrakech, Morocco WINNER

Sanctuary Chief's Camp, Botswana

AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY SAFARI LODGE 2021

Singita Sasakwa Lodge, Tanzania Sirikoi, Kenya Thanda Safari Lodge at Thanda Safari, South Africa Time + Tide Chinzombo, Zambia Virunga Lodge, Rwanda

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Tanzania WINNER &Beyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge, Botswana Cheetah Plains, South Africa Londolozi Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Royal Villa @ Four Seasons Resort Marrakech, Morocco

AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY PRIVATE VILLA 2021

One&Only Nyungwe House, Rwanda

Villa iZulu @ Thanda Safari, South Africa WINNER

Palala Boutique Game Lodge & Spa, South Africa

Villa Namaskar @ Palais Namaskar, Morocco

Cottar's Bush Villa, Kenya

Villa Two @ Ellerman House, South Africa

Molori Cape Town One, South Africa

Simbambili Game Lodge, Thornybush, South Africa

Selman Villa @ Selman Marrakech The Cliff Villa @ Alfajiri Villas, Kenya

Pengilly House, South Africa

AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY ISLAND 2021

Siringit Villa by Mantis, Tanzania

Thanda Island, Tanzania WINNER

Tarkuni @ Tswalu Kalahari, South Africa

Singita Ebony Lodge, South Africa Thornybush Game Lodge, South Africa Xigera Safari Lodge, Botswana Zannier Hotels Omaanda

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EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF AFRICA ON BOARD LUXURY FLOATING HOTEL, ZAMBEZI QUEEN

ZAMBEZI QUEEN COLLECTION Zambezi Queen oﬀers luxury accommodation in the form of 14 tasteful and luxurious suites – ten standard suites and four spacious master suites, all with outer decks so you can soak up the revitalising Chobe River breeze and appreciate uninterrupted views of the unique African landscape beyond.

Africa's Leading River Cruise Company

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Standard Suite

Master Suite

Zambezi Queen Standard Suites have everything you need to relax in luxurious comfort. Each suite opens onto a front facing balcony: watch the river gently ﬂow by, the beautiful landscapes and elephant on the riverbank. Fancy a nap? Simply draw closed your full-length sliding shutters. Two of the Standard Suites are triple rooms with an extra bed, and can accommodate up to three adults each.

For added luxury, choose one of four Master Suites at the bow of the boat. Not only are Zambezi Queen Master Suites more spacious but they also have two balconies each, and a panoramic view that ensures you never miss a thing! On the larger balcony you’ll ﬁnd two deckchairs and a table; the perfect place to enjoy your private front-row seat while the boat is sailing.

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS AFRICA 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY TENTED SAFARI CAMP 2021 Olare Mara Kempinski Masai Mara, Kenya WINNER Saseka Tented Camp, Thornybush, South Africa Singita Mara River Tented Camp, Tanzania Singita Sabora Tented Camp, Tanzania Wolwedans Dunes Lodge & Dune Camp, Namibia

Cape Town International Convention Centre, South Africa Durban International Convention Centre, South Africa Kigali Convention Centre Palais des Congrès Marrakech by Mövenpick Mansour Eddahbi, Morocco Sandton Convention Centre, South Africa

Kruger Shalati, South Africa Singita Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda The Residence by Atzaró, South Africa The St. Regis Almasa Hotel, Cairo, Egypt The St. Regis Cairo, Egypt

AFRICA'S LEADING ONLINE TRAVEL AGENCY 2021

AFRICA'S LEADING MEETINGS & CONFERENCE DESTINATION 2021

FlightSite

Durban, South Africa WINNER

Flyin.com

Go2Africa WINNER

Cape Town, South Africa

Kenya Geographic

Abercrombie & Kent

Kigali, Rwanda

TravelYalla

GILTEDGE

Nairobi, Kenya

AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY TOUR OPERATOR 2021

Ker & Downey® Africa Nalah Africa Bespoke Safaris Pollman's Tours & Safaris Rhino Africa WanderingThru

AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY TRAIN 2021 The Blue Train WINNER

AFRICA'S LEADING NATIONAL PARK 2021 Serengeti National Park, Tanzania WINNER Central Kalahari Game Reserve, Botswana Etosha National Park, Namibia Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda

Rovos Rail

Kruger National Park, South Africa

AFRICA'S LEADING MEETINGS & CONFERENCE CENTRE 2021

Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi, Kenya WINNER Cairo International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Egypt

AFRICA'S LEADING NEW HOTEL 2021 Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo, South Africa WINNER Kisawa Mozambique

Nominees listed alphabetically E&OE

Travel.co.za WINNER

AFRICA'S LEADING PRIVATE GAME RESERVE 2021 Shambala Private Game Reserve, South Africa WINNER &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve, South Africa Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Kenya Ongava Game Reserve, Namibia Sabi Sands Game Reserve, South Africa Shamwari Private Game Reserve, South Africa Ulusaba Private Game Reserve, South Africa

AFRICA'S LEADING PRIVATE ISLAND RESORT 2021 Chapwani Private Island, Zanzibar WINNER

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&Beyond Mnemba Island, Zanzibar Anantara Medjumbe Island Resort, Mozambique Manda Bay, Kenya The Sands at Chale Island, Kenya

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Go2Africa

Marriott Executive Apartments Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Private Safaris Sun Safaris

AFRICA'S LEADING SPORTS RESORT 2021

Twiga Tours

AFRICA'S LEADING SAFARI LODGE 2021 Eagles Crag Lodge @ Shamwari Private Game Reserve, South Africa WINNER

Ocean Sports Resort, Watamu, Kenya WINNER Fancourt, South Africa Legend Golf & Safari Resort, South Africa

Fancourt, South Africa WINNER

Borana Lodge, Kenya

Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort, Morocco

Address Marassi Golf Resort, Egypt

Earth Lodge @ Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, South Africa

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar, Tanzania One&Only Cape Town, South Africa Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, South Africa Sun City Resort, South Africa

Greystoke Mahale, Tanzania Jaci's Lodges, South Africa

Sun City Resort, South Africa

Mantis Founder's Lodge, South Africa

AFRICA'S LEADING TENTED SAFARI CAMP 2021

Melia Serengeti Lodge, Tanzania

Finch Hattons, Kenya WINNER

ol Donyo Lodge, Kenya

Dwyka Tented Lodge @ Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, South Africa

AFRICA'S LEADING RIVER CRUISE COMPANY 2021

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero, Botswana Sirikoi, Kenya

Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp Masai Mara, Kenya

Zambezi Queen Collection WINNER

Thanda Safari Lodge at Thanda Safari, South Africa

Fairmont Mara Safari Club, Kenya

Oberoi Cruises Sonesta Cruise Collection Viking River Cruises

AFRICA'S LEADING SAFARI COMPANY 2021 Rhino Africa WINNER Africa Uncovered GILTEDGE

AFRICA'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENTS 2021 Lawhill Luxury Apartments, South Africa WINNER

Hayward’s Safari Sanctuary, South Africa Hoanib Skeleton Coast, Namibia Mahali Mzuri, Kenya

129 on Kloof Nek, South Africa

Porini Amboseli Camp, Selenkay Conservancy, Kenya

Cowrie Shell Beach Apartments, Kenya

Wolwedans Private Camp, Namibia

Fraser Suites Abuja, Nigeria

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The pride of Mombasa

EACH RESORT AND SPA PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort and Spa, situated inside the exclusive Coastal Estate, is a tranquil retreat offering the utmost comfort and unrivalled service. Your ideal location for leisure, business travel and family getaways. Let the team indulge you in a paradise. Soak up the sun, coastline views, pristine beach, palm trees. Fall asleep to the cool breeze, and the blissful soothing sound of the ocean waves. PrideInn Paradise offers everything you need for a magical holiday. Watch the kids splash the day away and enjoy the sun in the aqua park from the pool view balcony. An oasis of wellness and pampering experience awaits at the uniquely designed style of Bamboo Ocean Spa set on a Cliff with a full ocean view and surrounded by luxurious greenery nature giving an ambience of privacy and relaxation. Offering a variety of body therapies and treatments you definitely want to try.

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Moroccan National Tourist Office

Pollman's Tours & Safaris WINNER

Namibia Tourism Board

East Africa Adventure Tours & Safaris Hylton Ross Exclusive Touring New Frontiers SAHARANSKY Saunterland Africa Tours

Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation

Travel with Confidence

Table Mountain, South Africa WINNER Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

Club Travel Corporate CWT

South Africa Tourism

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Tanzania Tourist Board

Rennies BCD Travel, South Africa

Zanzibar Commission for Tourism

Satguru Travel Travel with Confidence

AFRICA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Club Travel, South Africa WINNER

AFRICA'S LEADING TOURIST ATTRACTION 2021

FCM Travel WINNER

Rwanda Development Board

Thompsons Africa Thompsons Holidays

AFRICA'S LEADING TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

Bonfire Adventures Flight Centre, South Africa Oribi Expeditions Pentravel Satguru Travel

Travel with Flair South Africa

AFRICA'S MOST ROMANTIC RESORT 2021 Anantara Medjumbe Island Resort, Mozambique WINNER Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort, Mozambique

Sure Travel

Diamonds Dream of Africa, Kenya

Travel Choice Egypt

Meliá Zanzibar, Tanzania

Robben Island, South Africa

Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, South Africa

V&A Waterfront, South Africa

AFRICA'S LEADING TRAVEL CLUB 2021

AFRICA'S LEADING TOURIST BOARD 2021

Beekman Managed Portfolio WINNER

AFRICA'S RESPONSIBLE TOURISM AWARD 2021

Kenya Tourism Board WINNER

DreamTrips

Twiga Tours WINNER

Botswana Tourism Organisation

Easy Holidays

Chobe Game Lodge

Egyptian Tourism Authority

Global Travel Alliance, South Africa

Gamewatchers Safaris

Gambia Tourism Board Ghana Tourism Authority

The Holiday Club

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Great Plains Conservation Green Safaris

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Grootbos Private Nature Reserve Ol Pejeta Conservancy

ANGOLA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Bidvest Car Rental Europcar

Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo, South Africa

EPIC SANA Luanda Hotel WINNER

Hertz

Hotel Baia Luanda

Rhino Car Hire

Seas4Life Safaris

Hotel Continental Luanda

Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Transfrontier Parks Destinations

ALGERIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Four Points by Sheraton Oran WINNER Le Méridien Oran Hotel & Convention Centre

BOTSWANA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Hotel Presidente Luanda

ANGOLA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Angola Tourism WINNER

Peermont Mondior, Gaborone WINNER Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino Peermont Walmont at The Grand Palm

Angola Momo Tours Angola Travel & Tours

Phakalane Golf Estate Hotel Resort

Eco Tur Angola

Sheraton Annaba Hotel

ANGOLA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021

Sheraton Oran Hotel

Realvitur Angola WINNER

BOTSWANA'S LEADING LUXURY SAFARI LODGE 2021

Sofitel Algiers Hamma Garden

Hull Blyth Viagens e Turismo

Xigera Safari Lodge WINNER

Travelgest Angola

&Beyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge

ALGERIA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Algeria Journey WINNER Algérie Tours

Novotel Cotonou Orisha WINNER

Fancyellow

Benin Royal Hotel

ANGOLA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021 Avis WINNER Europcar Hertz

Belmond Khwai River Lodge

BENIN'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Feline Fields by Mantis

BOTSWANA'S LEADING SAFARI LODGE 2021

Golden Tulip Le Diplomate Cotonou

Chobe Marina Lodge WINNER

ibis Cotonou Hotel

Ghoha Hills Savuti Lodge

Elephant Valley Lodge Mashatu

BOTSWANA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

Muchenje Safari Lodge

Avis WINNER

Sanctuary Chief's Camp

Pangolin Chobe Hotel

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XIGERA SAFARI LODGE The story of Xigera Safari Lodge is one of renewal. Of rebirth and family legacy, and of the pioneering spirit that drives us to seek out Africa’s wild spaces. The same spirit that inspired this remarkable reimagining, perhaps a complete reinvention, of an Okavango Delta safari. This is Xigera (pronounced ‘kee-jera’), named for the Pied Kingﬁsher that makes its home amid the watery channels of Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve.

Transformed by Africa's lifeenhancing beauty

Every aspect is handcrafted to beguile guests’ senses and stir their souls – from the evocative interiors to one-of-a-kind encounters. But Xigera is equally a line in the sand. A raising of the bar. A bold statement in the realm of luxury safaris, and an Okavango Delta safari experience like no other.

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Botswana's Leading Luxury Safari Lodge

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Out of the ordinary Xigera Safari Lodge is deeply rooted in the Okavango Delta, a breathtaking landscape of seasonal ﬂoodplains and riverine forests, tawny grasslands and verdant papyrus wetlands. Drawing inspiration from its ancient setting, Xigera rests eﬀortlessly within the wilderness of this World Heritage Site. Unforgettable wildlife encounters From rare birds to the Lodge's beautiful resident leopard, discover the incredible animal life that make their home in the Okavango Delta. Watch the lodge leopard Sophie in the long grasses with her little cub Tshameko (meaning

“the playful one” in the local Setswana language), or the lioness Sisilia with her cubs as they edge closer to adulthood... As the seasons change, so too does the wildlife, with the floods bringing even more giraffes, elephants, wild dogs and buffalo. The guests can expect incredible wildlife sightings from the moment they fly into camp, with the beautiful leopards and lions a regular sight in and around the Lodge... xigera.com www.worldtravelawards.com/profile-43241xigera-safari-lodge

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Straddling the equator and containing dramatically diverse ecosystems that span from tropical rainforest to icy, permanently snow capped peaks, Uganda’s southwestern boundary is cradled by the Rwenzori Mountains, Africa’s highest mountain range, and Ptolemy’s fabled “Mountains of the Moon.” The Greco-Egyptian astronomer, cartographer, astrologist, mathematician and writer theorized that the Rwenzori Mountains were the source of the Nile, although it was later discovered that the Nile was born at Jinja. Uganda’s climate is similar to that of Kenya, although considerably wetter and thus more tropical. December to February are the driest months, along with June and July. Mid-March to mid-May sees the country’s wettest months, with lighter rains from October to November.

Natural Attractions Safari to a virtual Garden of Eden... Consisting of lush thick forests, Uganda harbors a wide variety of fascinating wild animals, from the gentle mountain gorilla, large numbers of chimpanzees, various smaller monkeys and the forest elephant. Offering scenic beauty, exciting adventure and relatively unexplored wilderness, the country’s tropical, mesmerizing and magical lure will take your breath away. In many ways Uganda is like a “Greatest Hits” compilation of the African landscape. Uganda was named in Lonely Planet’s Top Country of 2012 and there’s never been a better time to visit Uganda and make tracks for the country that Winston Churchill called “the pearl of Africa” and referred to the Kingdom of Uganda as a fairy tale

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park This park is a home to approx. half of the Mountain Gorillas in the World. The Park can also be easily accessed via Kigali by road – approx. 5 to 6 hours. The park is divided into Northern (Buhoma) and Southern (Rushaga and Nkuringo) sectors. -Murchison falls National Park: One of the first national parks in Uganda and the largest compared to the rest. This park is famous for a variety of activities; Sport fishing,Game drives Chimp trekking in Budongo forest,Hot air Balloon safaris,Hiking to the top of the falls,Launch cruises to the bottom of the falls,Rhino trekking enroute at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary.

DISCOVER UGANDA, A TRUE PEARL OF AFRICA WITH PRIMATE EXPEDITIONS Primate Expeditions, A sister company to Primate Safris, based in Entebbe - Uganda, Just as the name suggests, evokes dreams of mysterious jungles filled with rare flora and fauna and the world of free-living primates. The reality will not disappoint the discerning traveler bored with mass tourism, seeking an exclusive, highly enlightening and enjoyable eco-tourism experience. contact us on info@primateexpeditions.info or What’s App +256 774 387 632

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS AFRICA 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES BOTSWANA'S LEADING TENTED SAFARI CAMP 2021

CAMEROON'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Hilton Yaounde WINNER

Gomoti Plains WINNER

Hôtel Akwa Palace

&Beyond Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp

Hotel Mont Fébé

Duba Plains Camp Jao Camp Little Tubu Machaba Camp Mashatu Tent Camp

CAMEROON'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

Zarafa Camp

BOTSWANA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Vintage Travel and Tours WINNER Alenwood Travel & Tours Badooe Travel Tours Offbeat Travel & Tours

Meliá Dunas Beach Resort & Spa Meliá Llana Beach Resort & Spa TUI BLUE Cabo Verde

CAPE VERDE'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Barracuda Tours WINNER

Cameroon Tours & Safaris WINNER

Giggling Gecko Adventures

Global Bush Travel and Tourism Agency

VIP Tours Cabo Verde

No Limits Adventures Vista Verde Tours

Mombo Camp Tuludi

Hotel Riu Palace Cape Verde

CAPE VERDE'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Barracuda Tours WINNER Belalgarve Consultants Morabitur Terra Sab Group

CAPE VERDE'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Meliá Llana Beach Resort & Spa WINNER

CÔTE D'IVOIRE'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021 Avis WINNER Europcar Hertz

CÔTE D'IVOIRE'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Pullman Abidjan WINNER Radisson Blu Hotel, Abidjan Airport

BURKINA FASO'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Dunas de Sal Hotel

Laico Ouaga 2000 WINNER

Hotel Riu Karamboa

Royal Beach Hotel

Meliá Tortuga Beach

Sopatel Silmande Luxury Hotel & Resort

Morabeza Hotel

DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2021

Oásis Praiamar

Fleuve Congo Hotel WINNER

Oásis Salinas Sea

Hotel Memling

BURUNDI'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Pestana Tropico

Kin Plaza Arjaan by Rotana

Roca Golf Hotel WINNER Hotel Belair Residence

CAPE VERDE'S LEADING RESORT 2021

Le Panoramique Hotel by Celexon

IBEROSTAR Club Boa Vista WINNER

Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort

Sofitel Abidjan Hotel Ivoire

Pullman Kinshasa Grand Hôtel

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Pullman Lubumbashi Grand Karavia

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DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Fleuve Congo Hotel WINNER

Hilton Sharks Bay Resort Rixos Sharm El Sheikh Adult Friendly

EGYPT'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

Sultan Gardens Resort

Travco Travel Company of Egypt WINNER

EGYPT'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2021

Discovery Tours Egypt

Pullman Kinshasa Grand Hôtel Pullman Lubumbashi Grand Karavia

Conrad Cairo WINNER

Hotel Memling Kin Plaza Arjaan by Rotana

DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021 Presidential Suite @ Fleuve Congo Hotel WINNER Presidential Suite @ Hotel Memling Presidential Suite @ Kin Plaza Arjaan by Rotana

Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano

EGYPT'S LEADING FAMILY RESORT 2021

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Address Marassi Golf Resort WINNER Coral Sea Imperial Sensatori

InterContinental Cairo Semiramis

Jaz Mirabel Beach

JW Marriott Hotel Cairo Kempinski Nile Hotel Garden City Cairo The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo

DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

EGYPT'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

Congo Travel and Tours WINNER

Avis WINNER

Go Congo

DJIBOUTI'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Djibouti Palace Kempinski WINNER Sheraton Djibouti

EGYPT'S LEADING ALLINCLUSIVE RESORT 2021 Sierra Sharm El Sheikh WINNER

Emeco Travel Egypt

Maritim Jolie Ville Resort & Casino Sharm El Sheikh Sultan Gardens Resort

EGYPT'S LEADING GREEN HOTEL 2021 Hilton Hurghada Plaza WINNER Adrère Amellal Sheraton Miramar Resort El Gouna

Europcar Sixt

EGYPT'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

EGYPT'S LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2021

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza WINNER

Hilton Alexandria Green Plaza WINNER

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence Hilton Alexandria King’s Ranch

Maritim Jolie Ville Resort & Casino Sharm El Sheikh

Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences

Park Regency Sharm El Sheikh Resort

Savoy Sharm El Sheikh

JW Marriott Hotel Cairo The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo The St. Regis Almasa Hotel, Cairo

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS AFRICA 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES EGYPT'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021

EGYPT'S LEADING RESORT 2021

Royal Suite @ Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence WINNER

Savoy Sharm El Sheikh WINNER

Avis WINNER

Address Marassi Golf Resort

Budget

Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh

Europcar

Presidential Suite @ Conrad Cairo Presidential Suite @ Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences Presidential Suite @ Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay Royal Suite @ Four Seasons Hotel Alexandria at San Stefano

EGYPT'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2021 Villa Queen Cleopatra @ Royal Savoy Villas, Sharm El Sheikh WINNER

Hilton Pyramids Golf Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay

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Park Regency Sharm El Sheikh Resort

The Royal Villas Eswatini WINNER

Sheraton Miramar Resort El Gouna

Royal Swazi Spa Hotel

The Westin Cairo Golf Resort & Spa Katameya Dunes

EGYPT'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Deluxe Tours Egypt WINNER

5 Bedroom Royal Villa @ Grand Rotana Resort & Spa – Sharm El Sheikh

Djed Egypt Travel

Duplex Villa - Direct Sea view @ Mövenpick Resort Sharm el Sheikh

Look at Egypt Tours

Royal Villa @ Mövenpick Resort Aswan

EGYPT'S LEADING ONLINE TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 TravelYalla WINNER Flyin.com

ESWATINI'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

Emo Tours Egypt Travel Joy Egypt

EGYPT'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Egypt Tours Portal WINNER Blue Sky Travel Excel Travel Egypt Go Express Tours

Sibane Hotel

ETHIOPIA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Overland Ethiopia Tours WINNER Absolute Ethiopia Tours Wild Expeditions Ethiopia

ETHIOPIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Hilton Addis Ababa WINNER Addis Regency Hotel Radisson Blu Hotel, Addis Ababa Sheraton Addis, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Addis Ababa

Travel Choice Egypt

Go Express Tours Travelstart Egypt

ETHIOPIA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Aman Ethiopia Tours WINNER

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Gamel Tours Overland Ethiopia Tours Simba Tour & Travel Agent Welcome Ethiopia Tours

GABON'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021 Avis WINNER Gabon Spriint Auto Hertz Gabon

GHANA'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2021 Villa Monticello WINNER La Villa Boutique Hotel

GHANA'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENTS 2021

The Aknac Hotel

Kwarleyz Residence WINNER

Fiesta Residences

GHANA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

Roots Hotel Apartment

Ghana Car Rentals WINNER

GHANA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

Avis

GABON'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

YOKS Rent-A-Car

Radisson Blu Okoume Palace Hotel, Libreville WINNER

GHANA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Hotel Re-Ndama

Accra City Hotel WINNER

Park Inn by Radisson Libreville

Accra Marriott Hotel

GAMBIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Presidential Suite @ Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra

Doscar Travel & Tours WINNER Afia Tours Bindu Travel and Tours Grassroot Tours M&J Travel and Tours Sunset African Tours

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra Labadi Beach Hotel

GHANA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Femon Travel & Tours WINNER

Mandina Lodges at Makasutu Forest WINNER

Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra

Coco Ocean Resort & Spa

The Royal Senchi Hotel & Resort

Eurotour Ghana

Ngala Lodge

Villa Monticello

Jubilee Travel & Tours

Avia Ghana

Kumasi Travel Agency

GAMBIA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

GHANA'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021

Secure Travel and Tours

Gambia Tours WINNER

Kwame Nkrumah Suite @ Villa Monticello WINNER

GHANA'S LEADING TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

Alkamba Travel & Tours FaluTours Tour Gambia

Presidential Suite @ Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra Presidential Suite @ Labadi Beach Hotel

Satguru Travels Accra WINNER Blue Cube Travel Stellar Travel

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SAXON HOTEL, VILLAS AND SPA

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Africa's Leading Boutique Hotel

Africa's Leading Hotel Suite

South Africa's Leading Boutique Hotel

South Africa's Leading Hotel Suite

At the heart of the City of Gold, beneath the warm sunshine in the opulent, tree-lined suburb of Sandhurst, lies the enchanting Saxon Hotel. A uniquely perfect blend of rich cultural history and contemporary ﬁve-star service, the Saxon is situated on ten acres of magniﬁcent indigenous gardens, providing a private and peaceful retreat like no other.

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Saxon Luxury Villas

Drenched in warm African sunlight, and luxuriously furnished in the Saxon’s signature African style, the Luxury Suites exude an atmosphere of elegant tranquillity. Serene in marble and light wood, the décor brings in subtle geometric prints and plush furnishings interspersed with novel Eastern inﬂuences and African artefacts. The suite has a king size bed, separate bathroom with bath and walk-in shower. The open plan layout includes a lounge and dining area with business desk.

Located in the peaceful gardens adjacent to the Saxon Hotel, the Saxon Villas are an exclusive boutique oﬀering. These Villas oﬀer guests the unparalleled ambience of boutique-style accommodation with all the services of a larger hotel.

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Restaurants

Saxon Spa

QUNU - Experience locally inspired culinary delight with Qunu’s bold ﬂavours, homegrown seasonal ingredients and contemporary approach to cuisine.

Step into the Saxon Spa, an oasis nestled in its unique surroundings. Cascading water features, a signature fireplace and influences of copper and Himalayan salts set the backdrop for a restful journey. This metropolitan spa offers holistic disciplines of a spa journey, giving guests time to rediscover a healthy and discerning lifestyle.

THE TERRACE - The Terrace provides a superb sundowner setting to enjoy views of the alluring gardens, the hotel’s focal point, the infinity pool, and beyond. The menu offers a varied selection of light meals and snacks throughout the day. The culinary creations combine the freshest ingredients, hand-picked from the herb and vegetable garden, and the richest local flavours.

Art Collection The Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa is a highly respected patron of the arts with an inspired vision of the creative arts.

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS AFRICA 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES KENYA'S LEADING BEACH RESORT 2021 Hemingways Watamu WINNER Baobab Beach Resort & Spa Diamonds Dream of Africa

KENYA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

AirKenya

Avis WINNER

Mombasa Air Safari

Avenue Car Hire & Leasing

Tropic Air

Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa

Europcar

Kinondo Kwetu

Glory Car Hire

Leopard Beach Resort & Spa

Reliable Vehicle Rentals

Ocean Sports Resort, Watamu PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort, Convention Centre & Spa Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa

KENYA'S LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2021

Fly540

KENYA'S LEADING FAMILY RESORT 2021 PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort, Convention Centre & Spa WINNER Enashipai Resort & Spa Ocean Sports Resort, Watamu

Sun Africa Beach Resort

Villa Rosa Kempinski Nairobi WINNER

Swahili Beach

Fairmont The Norfolk

Southern Palms Beach Resort

The Majlis

Nairobi Serena Hotel

Voyager Beach Resort

PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort, Convention Centre & Spa

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Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

The Social House WINNER Hemingways Nairobi House of Waine Sovereign Suites The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel The Majlis

KENYA'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2021 Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum WINNER Crowne Plaza Nairobi

KENYA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Hemingways Expeditions WINNER

KENYA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Fairmont The Norfolk WINNER Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill Safari Park Hotel & Casino Sankara Nairobi Sarova Stanley The Social House

Akorn Kenya

Tribe Hotel

Destination Kenya

Villa Rosa Kempinski Nairobi

GILTEDGE

Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club

Green Inspirations DMC Pollman's Tours & Safaris

Fairmont The Norfolk Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

KENYA'S LEADING DOMESTIC SAFARI CARRIER 2021

Sarova Panafric

Safarilink Aviation WINNER

Hilton Nairobi

Sandies Tropical Village

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KENYA'S LEADING HOTEL RESIDENCES 2021 Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum WINNER

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Palacina The Residence & The Suites

Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort

Safari Park Hotel & Casino

Hemingways Watamu Leopard Beach Resort & Spa

KENYA'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021 Presidential Suite @ Villa Rosa Kempinski Nairobi WINNER

KENYA'S LEADING SAFARI CAMP BRAND 2021

Honeymoon Suite @ Enashipai Resort & Spa

Porini Safari Camps WINNER

Presidential Suite @ Tribe Hotel The Lamu Suite @ Sarova Stanley

Governors' Camp Collection Heritage Hotels

KENYA'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL 2021

KENYA'S LEADING SAFARI COMPANY 2021

Villa Rosa Kempinski Nairobi WINNER

Twiga Tours WINNER

Sankara Nairobi

ol Donyo Lodge Ol Tukai Lodge Sanctuary Olonana Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge Sarova Shaba Game Lodge Saruni Samburu The Ark Lodge

KENYA'S LEADING TENTED SAFARI CAMP 2021 Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp Masai Mara WINNER &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp Angama Mara

Abercrombie & Kent Kenya

Ashnil Mara Camp

Sarova Stanley

African Horizons Travel & Safari

Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club

Braverly Holidays

Encounter Mara

Samson’s Safaris

Fairmont Mara Safari Club

Spirit of Kenya

Finch Hattons

The SAFARI Company

Governors' Il Moran Camp

Tropical Valley Tours and Travel

Karen Blixen Camp

KENYA'S LEADING ONLINE TRAVEL AGENCY 2021

Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp

Travelstart Kenya WINNER Muthaiga Travel

Kicheche Bush Camp

KENYA'S LEADING SAFARI LODGE 2021

Little Governors' Camp

Sirikoi WINNER

Mara Intrepids Camp

KENYA'S LEADING RESORT 2021

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Mara Leisure Camp

Borana Lodge

Kinondo Kwetu WINNER

Mara Plains Camp

Elewana Elsa’s Kopje Meru

Diamonds Dream of Africa

Naibor Camp

Governors' Camp

Enashipai Resort & Spa

Porini Mara Camp

Keekorok Lodge, Masai Mara

Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club

Sarova Mara Game Camp

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Severin Safari Camp

Travel Shore Africa

Mahali Mzuri

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ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST EXCLUSIVE ISLAND GETAWAYS

THANDA ISLAND TANZANIA

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Thanda Island started with a dream to find a small, remote, uninhabited Tropical Island off the coast of East Africa. Today, it is one of the world’s most exclusive island getaways, a paradise for you to enjoy in complete privacy with family and friends. A secluded island with a single luxurious villa and two traditional Bandas (beach chalets) in the Indian Ocean, off the east coast of Tanzania. Situated in your own marine reserve, you can swim with the gentlest giant of the ocean, the whale shark, and watch sea turtles nesting. Here, you can rest, rejuvenate and enjoy adventure sports in a world where shades of turquoise infuse your days and tropical spices your nights.

Africa's Leading Luxury Island

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Accommodation The Thanda Island Villa is a private and secluded retreat creating the ultimate island living experience. As you step off the helicopter or boat, the villa is right there, exclusively yours to enjoy. It’s your home, with a paradise-inspired living area and five exquisite bedroom suites that lead directly onto the beach. On the other side of the Island, the additional Bandas or Beach Chalets, also for your exclusive use, are built on the warm silken sands and offer a very traditional Tanzanian experience.

The Villa When you ﬁrst set eyes on the Villa, you know you will have the most beautiful time. This luxury villa accommodation surrounds you in coastal whites, greens, and blues for a perfect East African summer, with sublime living and sleeping areas leading directly onto the outdoor pool and living area, surrounded by turquoise seas and silken white sands.

Tanzanian Bandas Thanda Island also features two traditional open-air Tanzanian Bandas, making the island a nine-bedroom destination entirely for you. Each Banda has an en-

suite master bedroom on the ground floor and two single beds with an en-suite bathroom on the first floor. Each story of the Bandas is 72 square meters with intelligent use of the space to maximize the indoor-outdoor flow. Beautiful, locally hand-carved furniture and fabrics from Mafia Island in soft, natural colours enhance the stylish, authentic feel.

Experiences Infuse your being with the warmth of the sunshine, the glitter on the water and the character of the people. Swim with the gentle whale shark; dive in the largest marine protected reserve in the Indian Ocean; ride the trade winds on a traditional Arab dhow; indulge in a Swahili or Arabian feast; have a massage or copper bath on the beach.

Ocean Excursions & Water Activities You have an incredible choice of thrilling water adventures, excursions and activities, including swimming with whale sharks, scuba diving, island tennis and exploring ancient Arabic history. At the same time, Thanda Island immerses you in pure, natural pleasures… strolling along your own private 1100 metre beach, dining on ocean-fresh seafood or

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exploring the 8-hectare island where the only sign of human habitation is the occasional, traditional ﬁshing dhow in the distance. Infuse your being with the warmth of the sunshine, the glitter on the water and the character of the people. Swim with the gentle whale shark; dive in the largest marine protected reserve in the Indian Ocean; ride the trade winds on a traditional Arab dhow; indulge in a Swahili or Arabian feast; have a massage or copper bath on the beach.

Marine Life & Communities at Thanda Island Thanda Island is part of research and conservation projects as well as the preservation and rehabilitation of the Shungimbili coral reef. The island provides a basis for its neighbouring Mafia Island’s Marine Park Rangers to patrol the western side of Mafia and several other islands to stop illegal fishing in the area. Thanda Island is deeply committed to the Mafia’s young people education and wellbeing, including programmes on sustainable fishing and marine conservation

and the development of healthy sporting activities.

Conservation Uniquely situated in Tanzania’s Shungimbili Island Marine Reserve, Thanda Island is surrounded by vulnerable coral reefs. Its seas are home to the gentle whale shark categorised by the IUCN as vulnerable to extinction. It is also home to ﬁve species of sea turtles and dolphins, all of which need concerted conservation programmes to ensure their survival. Thanda Island's marine biologist is monitoring the condition of the surrounding Shungimbili reefs and a reef restoration project is helping to stimulate the recovery of the reefs and the marine species that depend on them.

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS AFRICA 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES KENYA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

LIBERIA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

Pollman's Tours & Safaris WINNER

West Tourism Management WINNER

African Adventure Specialists

Easy Continental Travel Agency

African Wildcats Adventure Safaris

Jos Travel & Tours

Bongo Safari

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Expeditions Maasai Safaris Gamewatchers Safaris Kenya Expresso Tours and Safaris Natural World Kenya Safaris Sense of Africa Twiga Tours

Hotel Riu Tikida Dunas Kenzi Club Agdal Medina

MOROCCO'S LEADING BEACH RESORT 2021 Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort WINNER Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay

Ngala Beach Lodge WINNER

Casablanca Le Lido Thalasso & Spa

Kaya Mawa

Iberostar Founty Beach

Mvuu Lodge

La Sultana Oualidia

President Hotel Pumulani

Meliá Saïdia Beach All Inclusive Resort

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MOROCCO'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2021

Malawian Style WINNER

KENYA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021

Africa Wild Truck

Royal Mansour Marrakech WINNER

Bonfire Adventures WINNER

See Malawi Travel

Almaha Marrakech

BigFoot Adventures

Art Place Hotel & Ryad

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Dar Ahlam

Express Travel Group

Radisson Collection Hotel, Bamako WINNER

Kasbah du Toubkal

Oribi Expeditions

Azalaï Hotel Bamako

Kasbah Tamadot

Pollman's Tours & Safaris

Grand Hotel Bamako

Palais Amani

Satguru Travel Kenya

ONOMO Hotel Bamako

Selman Marrakech

CWT Kenya Expeditions Maasai Safaris

Dar Les Cigognes

Radisson Blu Hotel, Bamako

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CWT Kenya

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Elite Travel Services

Club Med Marrakech La Palmeraie

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Hotel Riu Palace Tikida Agadir

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Sofitel Marrakech Lounge & Spa Sofitel Marrakech Palais Imperial Sofitel Rabat Jardin des Roses

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MOROCCO'S LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2021 Four Seasons Resort Marrakech WINNER

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Mövenpick Mansour Eddahbi Marrakech

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Les Jardins de la Koutoubia

Destination Management Morocco

Palais Namaskar

Unitours Maroc

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Royal Suite @ The Oberoi, Marrakech WINNER 2 Bedroom Pool Suite @ Palais Namaskar

Master Suite @ Kasbah Tamadot

Radisson Blu Hotel, Marrakech Carré Eden

Sheraton Casablanca Hotel & Towers

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Four Seasons Resort Marrakech

La Mamounia

La Sultana Marrakech

Selman Marrakech

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Iberostar Club Palmeraie Marrakech

Kenzi Tower Hotel Casablanca

La Mamounia

Royal Mansour Marrakech

Hyatt Regency Casablanca WINNER Hivernage Hotel & Spa, Marrakech

Hivernage Hotel & Spa Kasbah Tamadot

Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort WINNER

Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Malabata Tanger

Heure Bleue Palais

MOROCCO'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

Monarch Travel

Es Saadi Marrakech Resort

The Oberoi, Marrakech WINNER

Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech

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Atlantic Palace Agadir

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Penthouse Suite @ Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech Penthouse Suite @ The Pearl Marrakech Presidential Suite @ Four Seasons Resort Marrakech The Royal Suite @ Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca

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BABYLONSTO

Africa's Leading Design Hotel

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Farmhouse Set beneath a copse of trees, the Farmhouse combines authentic architecture with modern design: refined and moody. A green communal library known as the Butterfly Room contains a rare collection of butterflies bequeathed to the farm. The loft above it has become one of the most beautiful honeymoon suites in Africa.

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Like everything else at Babylonstoren, the Garden Spa is inextricably linked to the garden and the ever-changing seasons. The team like to think of it as a living spa, set within a forest of bamboo with tranquil greenery and a myriad leiwater channels to set the tone. Housed in a pavilion constructed of bamboo, it comprises a hammam, chill room, hot spa and gym.

Housed in the old cow shed, Babel Restaurant is a wonderful mix of Cape Dutch architecture and contemporary glass walls that makes for a simple yet edgy environment in which to try the tasty yet often unconventional combinations.

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS AFRICA 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES MOROCCO'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2021 Grand Riad @ Royal Mansour Marrakech WINNER

MOROCCO'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Transatour Maroc WINNER Apadana Marrakesh Travel

Oriental Pool Villa @ Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech

Ksour Voyages

Royal Villa @ Four Seasons Resort Marrakech

Travel Exploration Morocco

Selman Villa @ Selman Marrakech Villa Namaskar @ Palais Namaskar

Morocco Like A Local

MOZAMBIQUE'S LEADING BEACH RESORT 2021 Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort WINNER

MOROCCO'S LEADING RESORT 2021

Azura Benguerra Island

Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech WINNER

Diamonds Mequfi Beach Resort

Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel

MOZAMBIQUE'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021 Presidential Suite @ Polana Serena Hotel WINNER Avani Deluxe Ocean Suite @ Avani Pemba Beach Hotel Presidential Suite @ Southern Sun Maputo

MOZAMBIQUE'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2021 Presidential Villa @ Azura Benguerra Island WINNER Anantara Pool Villa @ Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort Beach Pool Villa @ Anantara Medjumbe Island Resort

Amanjena

Dugong Beach Lodge

Amphitrite Palace Beach Hotel & Convention Centre

White Pearl Resorts

Angsana Riads Collection Marrakech Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay

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Es Saadi Marrakech Resort

Europcar WINNER

Four Seasons Resort Marrakech

Avis

Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort

La Sultana Marrakech

Hertz

Azura Benguerra Island

Diamonds Mequfi Beach Resort WINNER

Kisawa Mozambique

Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort

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MOZAMBIQUE'S LEADING RESORT 2021

MOZAMBIQUE'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Polana Serena Hotel WINNER

Your Morocco Tour WINNER

Avani Pemba Beach Hotel

Amaris Voyages

Hotel Avenida, Maputo

Gulliver

Meliá Maputo Sky

Marrakesh Express Travel

Southern Sun Maputo

Morocco Discovery

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MOZAMBIQUE'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Mussiro Trips WINNER Dana Tours Mabeco Tours Sense of Oceans

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MOZAMBIQUE'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021

Hilton Windhoek

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Swakopmund Hotel and Entertainment Centre

Safe Travel Simara Travel & Tours Top Tours Mozambique

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NAMIBIA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021 Hertz WINNER Avis Europcar Thrifty

NAMIBIA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Terra-Nova Namibia WINNER GILTEDGE Ovation Namibia

NAMIBIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino WINNER

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Hotel Heinitzburg

Namibia Tours & Safaris WINNER

Windhoek Country Club Resort

NAMIBIA'S LEADING LUXURY SAFARI LODGE 2021 Shipwreck Lodge WINNER Epacha Game Lodge & Spa Little Kulala

African Bush Bird Tours Okutembuka Safaris Omanda Desert & Wildlife Tours Wild Wind Safaris

NIGER'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Radisson Blu Hotel & Conference Center, Niamey WINNER

Safarihoek

Noom Hotel Niamey

Zannier Hotels Omaanda

NAMIBIA'S LEADING SAFARI LODGE 2021 Sandfontein Lodge & Nature Reserve WINNER

NIGERIA'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2021 The Wheatbaker, Lagos WINNER BON Hotel Grand Towers Nordic Hotel

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Providence Hotel by Mantis

Boulders Safari Camp Habitas Namibia

NIGERIA'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2021

Little Ongava Serra Cafema Wolwedans Dunes Lodge & Dune Camp

Transcorp Hilton Abuja WINNER Fraser Suites Abuja Providence Hotel by Mantis

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Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos, V.I. Radisson Blu Hotel Lagos Ikeja

Hoanib Skeleton Coast WINNER

Sheraton Abuja Hotel

Hoanib Valley Camp

The Federal Palace Hotel

Onguma Tented Camp

The George Lagos

Sheraton Lagos Hotel

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With 327 years behind its name, this Stellenbosch landmark boasts an oldworld charm that is an unrivalled drawcard

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South Africa's Leading Wine Region Hotel

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As you enter the Lanzerac Wine Estate through its majestic Oak-lined driveway, you can almost feel time slow down and history settle around you. With 327 years behind its name, this Stellenbosch landmark boasts an old-world charm that is an unrivalled drawcard for day visitors and hotel guests alike. And now, thanks to an extensive refurbishment, the elegant Estate can lay claim to the best of both worlds – contemporary, sophisticated facilities, coupled with rich, Cape heritage. Just a ﬁveminute drive from Stellenbosch town, Lanzerac is the ultimate getaway to relax your senses and allow the harmony and tranquility of the majestic Jonkershoek Valley to work its magic. The individually styled accommodation rooms and suites oﬀer the very best of South African hospitality and blend of old grandeur and modern amenities. Treat yourself to a luxurious Lanzerac experience, where you can enjoy the sensation of time slowing down as you step into this gloriously refurbished Estate.

From the magnificent Manor House, to the manicured gardens, rolling vineyards and the dramatic mountain backdrop, the Estate is the perfect setting for the many activities and facilities on offer. Lanzerac Wine Estate, home to the world’s first bottled Pinotage and one of the oldest heritage farms in the Western Cape dating back to 1692, has been cultivating award-winning wines for decades. Unwind and rejuvenate at the Lanzerac Spa, a sought-after wellness retreat and relaxation hideaway. Relax the senses and let the harmony and tranquillity of this majestic valley gently restore body and mind.

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS AFRICA 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES NIGERIA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021 Avis WINNER Hertz Sixt

NIGERIA'S LEADING CITY HOTEL 2021 The Envoy Hotel by Silk Road Hospitality WINNER Nordic Hotel Radisson Blu Hotel Lagos Ikeja Sheraton Abuja Hotel Transcorp Hilton Abuja

NIGERIA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Destination Connect Logistics DMC WINNER

NIGERIA'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021 Presidential Suite @ Transcorp Hilton Abuja WINNER Penthouse Suite @ The George Lagos Presidential Suite @ Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos, V.I. Presidential Suite @ Sheraton Lagos Hotel

NIGERIA'S LEADING ONLINE TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Travelstart Nigeria WINNER Discovery Travel & Tours FlyBoku.com Travelbeta Wakanow.com

NIGERIA'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENTS 2021

NIGERIA'S LEADING TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Business Travel Management Limited WINNER FCM Travel Touchdown Travels

RWANDA'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2021 Heaven Boutique Hotel WINNER Amata n'Ubuki Boutique Hotel Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel Mythos Boutique Hotel The Bishops House Rwanda

RWANDA'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2021 Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali WINNER

Holiday Nigeria™

Fraser Suites Abuja WINNER

Kigali Marriott Hotel

Amara Suites

Kigali Serena Hotel

NIGERIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Park Inn by Radisson Serviced Apartments Lagos Victoria Island

The Manor Hotel

Transcorp Hilton Abuja WINNER Fraser Suites Abuja L'eola Hotel Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Lagos, V.I.

NIGERIA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Jemi Alade Tours WINNER Edval Tours

Ubumwe Grande Hotel

RWANDA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021 Kigali Car Rentals WINNER

NIGERIA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021

Crystal Car Hire

Sheraton Lagos Hotel

Satguru Travel Nigeria WINNER

Self Drive Rwanda

Southern Sun Ikoyi

Touchdown Travels

The George Lagos

Zenith Travels and Tours

Radisson Blu Hotel Lagos Ikeja Sheraton Abuja Hotel

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Rwanda Car Rental Trans-Link

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RWANDA'S LEADING CITY HOTEL 2021

RWANDA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

RWANDA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

Kigali Marriott Hotel WINNER

Kigali Serena Hotel WINNER

World Fusion Tours WINNER

Grand Legacy Hotel

A Step Into Nature Tours

Kigali Serena Hotel

Kigali Marriott Hotel

Africa Tours Adventure

Park Inn by Radisson Kigali

Mantis EPIC Hotel & Suites

Nature Trails East Africa

Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali

Mantis Kivu Marina Bay Hotel

Primate Safaris

The Manor Hotel

Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali

Wildlife Tours Rwanda

Ubumwe Grande Hotel

The Manor Hotel

Urban by CityBlue, Kigali

Ubumwe Grande Hotel

RWANDA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021

Urban by CityBlue, Kigali

RWANDA'S LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2021 Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali WINNER Grand Legacy Hotel Kigali Marriott Hotel Kigali Serena Hotel Lemigo Hotel

Satguru Travel Rwanda WINNER

RWANDA'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021

Ubumwe Grande Hotel Urban by CityBlue, Kigali

RWANDA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Primate Safaris WINNER

Lobelia Tours & Travel Agency Rickshaw Travels Rwanda

Presidential Suite @ Kigali Serena Hotel WINNER Presidential Suite @ Kigali Marriott Hotel Royal Suite @ Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali

Park Inn by Radisson Kigali The Manor Hotel

International Travel Agency

RWANDA'S LEADING SAFARI LODGE 2021 One&Only Nyungwe House WINNER Bisate Lodge Magashi Camp Mantis Akagera Game Lodge One&Only Gorilla’s Nest

SÃO TOMÉ & PRÍNCIPE'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Pestana São Tomé WINNER Omali São Tomé Pestana Miramar São Tomé

SENEGAL'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Radisson Blu Hotel, Dakar Sea Plaza WINNER King Fahd Palace Hotel Lamantin Beach Resort & Spa

Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge Singita Kwitonda Lodge

Radisson Hotel Dakar Diamniadio

Lobelia Tours & Travel Agency

Singita Volcanoes National Park

Terrou-Bi Hotel

Thousand Hills Africa

Virunga Lodge

Jambo Travel and Tours Agency Rwanda

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Africa's Leading Resort

FANCOURT SOUTH AFRICA Fancourt, South Africa’s premier lifestyle resort, is nestled in the heart of South Africa’s Garden Route, 7 km from George Airport. The resort lies on 613 hectares of pristine countryside sheltered by the Outeniqua Mountains. The Fancourt Hotel offers the discerning visitor 115 luxurious rooms and suites. These are perfectly suited for local and international families, couples, golfers and those simply looking for a warm, relaxed and entertaining Garden Route retreat. Discover Fancourt’s many leisure activities including The Spa with an indoor heated Roman Bath and world class wellness treatments. The Leisure Centre offers an array of facilities and activities to keep guests of all ages and interests entertained. The Centre houses the popular Kidz Club, teen lounge, gymnasium, cinema, indoor heated and outdoor swimming pool. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy tennis, running and walking trails, bird watching and fishing. Four top restaurants each offer a distinctive dining experience to appeal to every palate.

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For keen golfers, Fancourt needs no introduction. There are three Gary Player designed golf courses all ranked in the Top 20 in South Africa as well as a Golf Academy. Fancourt is an ideal base from which to explore the Garden Route. Glorious swimming beaches are easily accessible and mountain biking, horse riding, picnics and hikes can be arranged. Guests can book sightseeing excursions to the nearby coastal towns of Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and Mossel Bay as well as historic Oudtshoorn.

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Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton, Johannesburg Sandton Sun

Morukuru Beach Lodge WINNER Birkenhead House Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa Lekkerwater Beach Lodge at De Hoop Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve The Bay Hotel The Last Word Long Beach

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021 Hertz WINNER Avis Europcar Tempest Car Hire

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 GILTEDGE WINNER Africa Elite Travel AFRICA TRAVEL destination management co. Diamond Travel DMC South Africa Grosvenor Tours SW Africa

The Oyster Box

Thrifty

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SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING COUNTRY HOUSE HOTEL 2021

Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa WINNER

The Manor House at Fancourt WINNER

The Houghton Hotel WINNER

Arambrook Boutique Hotel

De Hoek Country Hotel

Arabella Hotel & Spa

Camissa House

Grande Roche Hotel

DAVINCI Hotel and Suites

Ellerman House

Hartford House

The Bay Hotel

Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa

Kurland Hotel

The Palace of the Lost City

Intle Boutique Hotel

Mount Grace Hotel & Spa

The Table Bay Hotel

The Cellars-Hohenort

The Westin Cape Town

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Camissa House WINNER

Nelson Mandela Platinum Suite @ Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa WINNER

The Winners Group Thompsons Africa

La Residence

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Lanzerac Hotel & Spa The Manor House at Fancourt The Silo, Cape Town

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2021 Hilton Durban WINNER African Pride Melrose Arch, Autograph Collection InterContinental Johannesburg Sandton Towers

Birkenhead House Gorgeous George Mantis No5 Boutique Art Hotel The Peech Boutique Hotel The Robertson Small Hotel The Silo, Cape Town

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Presidential Suite @ Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel Presidential Suite @ Taj Cape Town Presidential Suite @ The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

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Presidential Suite @ The Westin Cape Town

Lobengula Lodge @ Shamwari Private Game Reserve

The Royal Suite @ Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg

Molori Cape Town One

Shamwari Private Game Reserve

Morukuru Ocean House, De Hoop Nature Reserve

Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, South Africa

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Pentagon Villa, Cape Town

Ulusaba Private Game Reserve

Tarkuni @ Tswalu Kalahari, South Africa

The Oyster Box WINNER Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel Ellerman House Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg One&Only Cape Town Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa The Silo, Cape Town The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY LODGE 2021 Silvan Safari WINNER

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY TOUR OPERATOR 2021 GILTEDGE WINNER

Go2Africa Rhino Africa

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING ONLINE TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Travelstart South Africa WINNER Computravel

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge Simbambili Game Lodge, Thornybush Singita Lebombo Lodge Thornybush Game Lodge

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING LUXURY PRIVATE VILLA 2021 Villa iZulu @ Thanda Safari WINNER

Fancourt

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING SAFARI LODGE 2021

New Frontiers

Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat

One&Only Cape Town WINNER

Sun City Resort

Abercrombie & Kent

Computicket Travel

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING RESORT 2021

Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa

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Cheetah Plains

Samara Private Game Reserve

Chitwa Chitwa Private Game Lodge WINNER &Beyond Ngala Safari Lodge Aquila Safari Eagles Crag Lodge @ Shamwari Private Game Reserve Earth Lodge at Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve

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Ivory Lodge at Lion Sands Private Game Reserve

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Jaci's Lodges

Shambala Private Game Reserve WINNER

Private Granite Suites, Londolozi Private Game Reserve

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Royal Malewane

Madikwe Hills Private Game Lodge

Aquila Safari

Thanda Safari Lodge at Thanda Safari

Cheetah Plains, South Africa

Tintswalo Safari Lodge

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South Africa's Leading Resort

ONE&ONLY CAPE TOWN Framed by the towering natural wonder of Table Mountain, One&Only Cape Town is a tranquil enclave surrounded by mesmerising waterways and a traditional harbour, moments from the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Nestled between theatrical mountains and the roaring ocean, you’ll spend sun-soaked days by the glistening pool, exploring the Atlantic

and sampling local ﬂavours at renowned vineyards. At the heart of the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and framed by the majesty of Table Mountain, discover an urban escape surrounded by private waterways at this South African resort. Capturing the authentic essence of this dynamic hub, this Cape Town hotel's stunning rooms and suites are the largest in the city.

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One&Only Cape Town's curated selection of restaurants and bars sparkle with the unmistakable vibrancy of Cape Town, South Africa’s gastronomic hub. Savour exceptional cuisine and rare wines in the most stylish spaces in town – a thrilling taste of the city’s diverse culinary landscape. Be captivated by the cosmopolitan buzz of Nobu, where you’ll delight in the world-famous fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine invented by Michelin-starred master chef, Nobuyuki Matsuhisa. With stunning views of iconic Table Mountain, this Cape Town ﬁne dining restaurant and chic bar comes alive with innovative dishes, intriguing cocktails, sparkling conversation and chilled-out tunes.

Hone your game at the preferred golf course, the Jack Nicklaus-designed Pearl Valley Golf Estate. This impressive course consistently ranks as one of the country’s best. Take in the lush greens, hosted on the private Val de Vie Estate and be challenged by Nicklaus’ 18-hole run.

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS AFRICA 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING SERVICED APARTMENTS 2021 Lawhill Luxury Apartments WINNER

Club Travel Harvey World Travel Pentravel Satguru Travel

129 on Kloof Nek Atlantic Marina Raphael Penthouse Suites

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Tourvest Travel Services WINNER

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING TENTED SAFARI CAMP 2021

Club Travel Corporate

&Beyond Ngala Tented Camp WINNER

Hamba Nathi Travel

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Dwyka Tented Lodge @ Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Rennies BCD Travel

Hamiltons Tented Camp

Travel with Confidence

Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp

Travel with Flair

Sure Corporate

Ngama Tented Safari Lodge Tanda Tula Safari Camp

SUDAN'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Mashansharti Sudan Tours WINNER I.T.C. Sudan Raidan Travel & Tours Real Sudan Tours Tumbus Tourism

SUDAN'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Lendi Travel WINNER AMAL Travel Olympia Travel Agency

TANZANIA'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2021 Essque Zalu Zanzibar WINNER

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING WINE REGION HOTEL 2021

ARYA Boutique Resort

Lanzerac Hotel & Spa WINNER

Kisiwa on the Beach

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

Delaire Graff Estate

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Grande Roche Hotel

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa

Springbok Atlas Tours & Safaris WINNER

Leeu Estates

Thanda Tented Camp at Thanda Safari

Detour Africa Hylton Ross Exclusive Touring New Frontiers Thompsons Africa Travel with Confidence

SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Flight Centre WINNER

La Residence Mont Rochelle The Last Word Constantia The Last Word Franschhoek

Baraza Resort and Spa

TANZANIA'S LEADING BUSINESS HOTEL 2021 Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro WINNER Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

SUDAN'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Four Points by Sheraton Arusha, The Arusha Hotel

Al Salam Hotel Khartoum WINNER

Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa

Corinthia Khartoum

Gran Meliá Arusha

EWA Khartoum Hotel & Apartments

Sea Cliff Hotel

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TANZANIA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021 First Car Rental Tanzania WINNER Europcar

Presidential Suite @ Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Entamanu Ngorongoro

Royal Suite @ Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

Mawe Luxury Tented Camp

Kuro Tarangire Nomad Serengeti Safari Camp Serengeti Tortilis Camp

Tanzania Rent A Car

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Meliá Zanzibar WINNER Baraza Resort and Spa

Siringit Migration Camp by Mantis

Breezes Beach Club & Spa Zanzibar

The Highlands, Ngorongoro Conservation Area

TANZANIA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

Singita Sabora Tented Camp

Hotel La Gemma dell’Est

Green Inspirations DMC WINNER

The Palms Zanzibar

Ranger Safaris Tanzania

TUI BLUE Bahari, Zanzibar

TANZANIA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Gosheni Safaris WINNER

Takims Holidays

Aardvark Expeditions

Tanzania DMC

TANZANIA'S LEADING SAFARI LODGE 2021

TANZANIA'S LEADING DOMESTIC SAFARI CARRIER 2021

Lamai Serengeti WINNER

Ahsante Tours

&Beyond Kleins Camp

Duma Explorer

&Beyond Lake Manyara Tree Lodge

Kearsleys

Auric Air WINNER Coastal Aviation Regional Air ZanAir

TANZANIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

&Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Leopard Tours Sense of Africa Terre Authentic Tours & Safaris

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Wilkinson Tours

Jabali Ridge Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Gran Meliá Arusha WINNER

Sayari Camp

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

Hyatt Regency Dar Es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro

Singita Faru Faru Lodge

The Residence Zanzibar

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Zanzibar Palace Hotel

African Wildcats Expeditions

TANZANIA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Satguru Travel Tanzania WINNER FCM Travel - Tanzania (Skylink Travel & Tours) Shadows of Africa Takims Holidays

TANZANIA'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021

Acacia Seronera Luxury Camp WINNER

Tanzania Travel & Safari Company

Red Level Presidential Suite @ Gran Meliá Arusha WINNER

Elewana Serengeti Pioneer Camp

Travelstart Tanzania

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HOME AWAY FROM HOME BOUTIQUE BEACH LODGE IN KENYA

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CHITWA CHITW

PRIVATE GAME LODG South Africa's Leading Safari Lodge

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Chitwa Chitwa is more than just a luxury private game lodge in the bush. It's a holistic and sensorial experience which starts at sunrise and captures the very essence of the magniﬁcent wildlife heritage and natural landscape of Africa before sunset.

Chitwa House Here, guests can enjoy a bush experience tailored to their every whim with the assistance of an experienced house butler and the enthusiasm of a dedicated ranger. Aside from the striking beauty of the African chic interior, the emphasis is on an element of familiarity as guests set the pace in their own private piece of Africa.

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Chitwa House consists of two beautifully appointed en-suite rooms with private decks and outdoor showers. The common areas include a spacious common lounge and dining area and a lake-view deck with swimming pool. You can go on exciting Big 5 game drives in your own private safari vehicle with a guide and a tracker. Enjoy delicious meals, either served by us or a private chef who can cook up delights in Chitwa House's fully equiped kitchen. During down time,

enjoy drinks from the fully stocked mini-bar and coﬀee/tea facilities or watch the private television in your lounge.

What to Expect at Chitwa Chitwa Chitwa Chitwa is more than just a luxury private game lodge in the bush. It’s a holistic and sensorial experience which starts at sunrise and captures the very essence of the magniﬁcent wildlife heritage and natural landscape of Africa before sunset.

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A Spectacular Big 5 Experience The most thrilling and eagerlyanticipated part of any stay is undoubtedly the Chitwa Chitwa safari experience. For over a decade, guests have been treated to spell-binding sightings of the abundant wildlife on game drives and bush walks and have left with aﬀectionate memories of the very best of the African bush. Located in the Sabi Sand which is the birthplace of sustainable wildlife tourism in southern Africa, Chitwa Chitwa is highly acclaimed for its excellent game viewing, as all hunting in the area has been abolished for decades. As a result, the animals have grown accustomed to the presence of

safari vehicles in their territory and they can boast some of the best opportunities to meet Africa’s Big Five – being the five most dangerous animals to meet on foot: buffalo, elephant, rhino, leopard and lion. Highly qualified guides and Shangaan trackers ensure an unforgettable African safari by enriching the experience with their profound knowledge regarding this animal kingdom and its complex habitat. www.chitwa.co.za/en/ www.worldtravelawards.com/profile43728-chitwa-chitwa-private-gamelodge

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Meeting Point Tunisia

FCM Travel - Tanzania (Skylink Travel & Tours) WINNER

Visit Tunisia

Karibu World

TUNISIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Visit Tunisia

La Cigale Tabarka Hôtel WINNER

TUNISIA'S LEADING TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

Rickshaw Travel Group

Tunisie Voyages

TUNISIA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Ariana Voyages WINNER Autre Tunisie

TOGO'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

Anantara Sahara Tozeur Resort & Villas

FCM Travel - Tunisia WINNER

Europcar WINNER

Concorde Hotel Les Berges du Lac

Ariana Voyages

Avis

Four Seasons Hotel Tunis

Satguru Travel Tunisia

Hertz

Hasdrubal Prestige Thalassa & Spa

TOGO'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Hotel 2 Février Lomé WINNER

Mövenpick Hotel du Lac Tunis

UGANDA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

Mövenpick Hotel Gammarth Tunis

Europcar WINNER

Sheraton Tunis Hotel

Expedient Car Hire

Hotel Ecole LéBénin

Roadtrip Uganda

Hotel Sarakawa

TUNISIA'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021

TUNISIA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

Presidential Suite @ Mövenpick Hotel Gammarth Tunis WINNER

Avis WINNER

La Cigale Royal Suite @ La Cigale Tabarka Hôtel

Primate Expeditions WINNER

Presidential Suite @ Regency Tunis Hotel

The Uganda Safari Company

Europcar Hertz

UGANDA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Abercrombie & Kent Uganda Wolf Uganda

TUNISIA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

TUNISIA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

Barclay's Group Travel WINNER

Emira Travel

Emira Travel Impressive Tunisia

SAHARANSKY WINNER Inventa Tourisme

UGANDA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Kampala Serena Hotel WINNER

New Space Travel

Lake Victoria Serena Resort & Spa

Tunisia Tours

Sheraton Kampala Hotel

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UGANDA'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021 Royal Suite @ Kampala Serena Hotel WINNER Presidential Suite @ Lake Victoria Serena Resort & Spa Presidential Suite @ Sheraton Kampala Hotel

UGANDA'S LEADING SAFARI LODGE 2021 Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge WINNER Kyambura Gorge Lodge Mahogany Springs Safari Lodge Mihingo Lodge Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge

UGANDA'S LEADING TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

Kisiwa on the Beach

Simba Travelcare WINNER

The Residence Zanzibar

Let's Go Travel Uganda

TUI BLUE Bahari, Zanzibar

Swanair Travel & Safaris Ltd

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa

ZAMBIA'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

ZANZIBAR'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

Avis WINNER

Colors of Zanzibar WINNER

City Drive Rent a Car

Amo Zanzibar Tours & Safaris

Europcar

Babu Tours & Safaris Rafiki Tours and Travel

ZANZIBAR'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Colors of Zanzibar WINNER

UGANDA'S LEADING TENTED SAFARI CAMP 2021 Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp WINNER

Escapade Zanzibar ZanTours

Cansaf

Ishasha Wilderness Camp Lake Mburo Camp

Essque Zalu Zanzibar WINNER Park Hyatt Zanzibar

The Uganda Safari Company

UGANDA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Tick Travel Limited WINNER

Memorable Journeys Voss Destination Management

The Residence Zanzibar

ZAMBIA'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Zanzibar Serena Hotel

Tongabezi WINNER

Let's Go Travel Uganda WINNER Speke Uganda Holidays

ZAMBIA'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Bushtracks Africa Zambia WINNER

ZANZIBAR'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

UGANDA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

Nungwi Dreams by Mantis

AVANI Victoria Falls Resort

ZANZIBAR'S LEADING RESORT 2021

InterContinental Lusaka

Meliá Zanzibar WINNER &Beyond Mnemba Island

The Royal Livingstone Victoria Falls Zambia Hotel by Anantara

Baraza Resort and Spa

Time + Tide Chongwe House

Radisson Blu Hotel, Lusaka

Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar

Exposure Tourism

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MANDARIN ORIENT MARRAKECH MORO

TAL, OCCO

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Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech is set among 20 hectares of landscaped, fragrant gardens with the snow-capped Atlas Mountains providing a stunning backdrop.

Africa's Leading Luxury Resort

Morocco's Leading Resort

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Located just 10 minutes’ drive from the heart of the Medina, the hotel oﬀers private villas with private gardens, swimming pools, extensive areas for sunbathing and shaded alfresco dining. The spectacular suites feature panoramic vistas of the gardens and the surrounding countryside. There are a variety of exceptional restaurants and bars, and a world-class spa. The luxury experience is completed by the Group’s unparalleled service, allied to the best traditions and hospitality of the Kingdom of Morocco.

With a design inspired by the historic cathedrals and mosques of Andalucia, the Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech is a temple of wellbeing dedicated to health, holistic healing and rejuvenation. With high arched ceilings, long corridors built from red brick and a stunning sun-drenched ornamental pool leading oﬀ reception, the spa’s design is one of the most beautiful in Marrakech, providing the perfect backdrop to the long list of treatments and therapies.

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Rwanda's history stretches back millennia, and the country is famed for its safety and cleanliness. Kigali, the capital, began as a German settlement in 1907, did not become Rwanda's capital until 1962, when it replaced the colonial seat of power in Butare. The city is built on a series of hills, with the city center on one and the government/administration quarters on the other. -Kigali's central business district is busy, colorful, and boisterous, but it's also clean and safe. The city's center is dotted with peaceful, tree-lined residential lanes, providing plenty of opportunities for strolling. -Rwanda is easily accessible by air and is serviced by many airlines: Internationally, Kigali is serviced by KLM, SN Brussels, Qatar Airways and Turkish

Airlines. Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airlines already have direct flights into the USA, while Rwandair should start off the same in the near future -Streamlined VISA processes: All Nationals can get Tourist Visa on arrival -A high degree of safety and security: Rwanda has a very high degree of safety and security. The 2018 Global Law and Order report has ranked Rwanda second in Africa. -Rwanda is home to 65% or world’s Mountain gorilla population, not only Rwanda has easy access and most secure route for the visit, And Rwandese governments effort to conservation has been remarkable. -An array of iconic touristic attractions near the capital city

-Excellent Internet service and telecommunication capacity Availability of bi-lingual and translation services -Rwanda is also constructing the Second biggest Airport in Africa after South Africa's OR Tambo Airport.

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Primate Safaris is a top-tier Destination Management Company based in Kigali, Rwanda. Just as the name suggests, Primate Safaris, evokes dreams of mysterious jungles filled with rare flora and fauna and the world of free-living primates. We offer custom tailored Primate and Safari Tours. contact us on info@primatesafris.info or What’s App +250 784 300 079

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ZIMBABWE'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma WINNER

Avis WINNER

Busanga Bush Camp

Europcar

Chiawa Camp & Old Mondoro Kafunta River Lodge Lion Camp Royal Chundu Luxury Zambezi Lodge Time + Tide Chinzombo Time + Tide King Lewanika Lodge Tongabezi

ZAMBIA'S LEADING TENTED SAFARI CAMP 2021 Anabezi Camp WINNER Musekese Camp Old Mondoro

ZAMBIA'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Livingstone's Adventure WINNER Mama Tembo Tours Zambia Voyagers® Zambia

ZAMBIA'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Absolute Zambia Safaris WINNER Maxmas Travel and Tours Voyagers® Zambia

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Chikwenya Camp Little Makalolo Matetsi Victoria Falls Ruckomechi Singita Pamushana Lodge

Impala Car Rental

ZIMBABWE'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 The Victoria Falls Destination Management Company WINNER Akorn Destination Management Cansaf

ZIMBABWE'S LEADING TENTED SAFARI CAMP 2021 Somalisa Camp WINNER Kanga Camp Little Makalolo The Elephant Camp Verneys Camp

ZIMBABWE'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

ZIMBABWE'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

The Victoria Falls Hotel WINNER

Off2Africa WINNER

Elephant Hills Resort

BestJoy Travel and Tours

Leopard Rock Hotel

Fivebulls Travel Tours & Safaris

Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel

Sasana Tours and Safaris

ZIMBABWE'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021 Presidential Suite @ The Victoria Falls Hotel WINNER Presidential Suite @ Meikles Hotel The Presidential Suite @ Leopard Rock Hotel

ZIMBABWE'S LEADING SAFARI LODGE 2021 Victoria Falls Safari Lodge WINNER Amalinda Lodge Big Cave Camp

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ZIMBABWE'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Tropic Travel & Tours WINNER Harvey World Travel Zimbabwe Wings Travel

ZIMBABWE'S LEADING TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Satguru Travel Zimbabwe WINNER BCD Travel Zimbabwe Traverze

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Pure, Unparalleled Escapism Mauritius’ Best Leading Boutique Lifestyle Beach Resort Your unforgettable escapade awaits: info@shantimaurice.com

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ANANTARA MA SEYCHELLES V

AIA VILLAS

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Indian Ocean’s Leading New Resort

Embrace restorative luxury in private villas edging porcelain sands framed by thirty acres of forest. Exotic tropical delights of Seychelles resorts are in abundance here where the resort blends seamlessly with the landscape.

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Unwind in Bill Bensley designed villas that combine rustic elements of hammered copper with elegant soft furnishings. Soak up some rays by your endless infinity pool or stroll onto the secluded beach. Wander through the flowered gardens for tranquil moments or let the gentle breeze accompany a signature therapy at Anantara Spa. Immerse yourself in exquisite luxury at Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas. Immerse yourself in an exclusive destination with the finest restaurants in Mahe and the Beyond All Inclusive concept, allowing you to dine anywhere, anytime. Taste fine Seychelles fare and

fresh dishes inspired by Creole, Asian, Indian, Japanese and Mediterranean influences. Each dining journey is accompanied by magnificent views, wherever you choose to have your meal. Uncover the Seychelles best-kept secrets including things to do in Praslin, La Digue and more. A playground for both young and old, Anantara Maia Seychelles offers visitors the opportunity to delve into the exotic. Discover protected species in their natural habitat. Be in awe of natural aquatic wonders. Authentic journeys abound in this coastal paradise.

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Spa Experience deeply nourishing spa journeys in the soothing haven of Anantara Spa. Restorative therapies in this luxury resort spa in Seychelles take place in beautiful treatment areas framed by nature. Infusions of local herbs and fruits unleash natural healing through refreshing treatments inspired by Eastern and Western spa wisdom..

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INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING AIRLINE BRAND 2021

Mauritius WINNER

Air Austral

Madagascar

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Maldives

Air Seychelles

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Maldivian

Air Mauritius WINNER

Astroea Beach, Mauritius Holiday Inn Mauritius Mon Tresor JA Enchanted Waterfront Villas, Seychelles

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INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING AIRLINE 2021 Air Seychelles WINNER Air Austral Air Madagascar Air Mauritius Maldivian

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING AIRLINE BUSINESS CLASS 2021

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING AIRLINE LOUNGE 2021 Air Seychelles Premium Lounge @ Seychelles International Airport WINNER Air Austral Le Club Austral @ Roland Garros Airport, Réunion Air Mauritius The Amédée Maingard Lounge @ Mauritius International Airport

Madagascar Mauritius Reunion Island Seychelles

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING BEACH RESORT 2021 Andilana Beach Resort, Madagascar WINNER

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING AIRPORT 2021

Constance Belle Mare Plage, Mauritius

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, Mauritius WINNER

Constance Ephelia, Seychelles

Ivato International Airport, Madagascar

Constance Tsarabanjina, Madagascar

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING AIRLINE ECONOMY CLASS 2021

Roland Garros Airport, Reunion

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

Seychelles International Airport

LUX* South Ari Atoll, Maldives

Air Mauritius WINNER

Velana International Airport, Maldives

Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa, Mauritius

Air Seychelles WINNER Air Austral Air Mauritius Maldivian

Air Austral Air Madagascar Air Seychelles Maldivian

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING AIRPORT HOTEL 2021 Hulhule Island Hotel, Maldives WINNER

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Constance Lemuria, Seychelles

One&Only Reethi Rah, Maldives The Oberoi Beach Resort, Mauritius

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INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2021

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING CRUISE LINE 2021

Naladhu Private Island Maldives WINNER

Cunard WINNER

COMO Cocoa Island, Maldives Paradise Cove Boutique Hotel, Mauritius Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa, Mauritius

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING CABIN CREW 2021 Air Seychelles WINNER

Asisten Travel Concorde Diethelm Travel Get Into Maldives Travels

Costa Cruises

Mason's Travel

Norwegian Cruise Line

Réunitours

Regent Seven Seas Cruises

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING CRUISE PORT 2021

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING DIVE DESTINATION 2021 Maldives WINNER

Port Victoria, Seychelles WINNER

Madagascar

Le Port, Réunion

Mauritius

Air Madagascar

Male’ Commercial Harbor, Maldives

Reunion Island

Air Mauritius

Port Louis Harbour, Mauritius

Air Austral

Maldivian

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021 Avis WINNER

Port of Toamasina, Madagascar

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING DESTINATION 2021

Seychelles

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING DIVE RESORT 2021 Constance Moofushi, Maldives WINNER

Europcar

Maldives WINNER

Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort

Hertz

Madagascar

Bandos Maldives

Sixt

Mauritius

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives

Reunion Island

Komandoo, Maldives

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING CRUISE DESTINATION 2021

Seychelles

Seychelles WINNER Maldives

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

Mauritius

Mautourco WINNER

Reunion Island

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Madagascar

OBLU By Atmosphere at Helengeli, Maldives Vakarufalhi Maldives Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa, Mauritius

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Seychelles' Leading Luxury Resort

FOUR SEASONS RESORT SEYCHELLES AT DESROCHES ISLAND On Desroches Island, there is nothing to distract you from tranquillity, save for the sound of birds singing and an ocean breeze that invites you to come a little closer. The rustic villas and suites are intimate retreats and will make you feel like a castaway who has struck gold.

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A Private Isle

Surf With Tropicsurf

With 14 kilometres (9 miles) of white sand beaches to explore, you can spend your days playing – or ﬁnd one to call your own. Let the whole island become your playground as you discover endless opportunities for adventure both on land and at sea.

Catch the perfect wave in paradise and learn from the pros at Tropicsurf. Coaching is available for beginners in the calm waters of Sunset Beach and its surrounding sand-bottomed waves, as well as intermediate and competent riders on the outer coral reef breaks around Desroches Island.

Tortoise Sanctuary Get to know the Aldabra giant tortoise, a native species that’s vulnerable to extinction, as it feeds on fruit and moves slowly around the Island Conservation Society’s Tortoise Sanctuary.

The Desroches Drop Where the turquoise lagoon waters meet the deeper and darker blues of the Indian Ocean is a sheer drop-oﬀ that reveals a dramatic underwater maze of caves and a colourful collection of marine life. The best part? This is just one of 14 world-class dive sites that surround the island – ranging from secret passages and spectacular reef walls – all waiting to be discovered.

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Stargaze On The Runway Few locations are more exotic than the private runway to enjoy a nightcap under a blanket of stars. As a remote island paradise, we’re truly spoiled with star-studded skies and excellent visibility on clear evenings.

Spa And Wellness Unwind in one of ﬁve spa treatment suites, surrounded by the island’s exotic ﬂora and fauna, creating a natural sense of tranquillity to soothe both body

and mind. Each of the treatments features products from this sustainably developed organic skincare line, designed to harness the potency of Africa’s botanical heritage.

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS INDIAN OCEAN 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING FAMILY RESORT 2021 Kurumba Maldives WINNER Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort

North Island, Seychelles Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING HONEYMOON DESTINATION 2021

Andilana Beach Resort, Madagascar

Seychelles WINNER

Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives

Madagascar

Constance Ephelia, Seychelles

Maldives

Dinarobin Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa, Mauritius

Mauritius

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives Kanuhura Maldives Lily Beach Resort & Spa, Maldives

Reunion Island

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING HONEYMOON RESORT 2021

Soneva Fushi, Maldives Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, Maldives

Cheval Blanc Randheli, Maldives COMO Cocoa Island, Maldives

Madagascar WINNER

Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa, Mauritius North Island, Seychelles

Maldives

One&Only Le Saint Géran, Mauritius

Mauritius

Raffles Seychelles

Reunion Island

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort

Seychelles

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING GREEN RESORT 2021 Reethi Faru Resort, Maldives WINNER Constance Ephelia, Seychelles Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives

Constance Hotels & Resorts WINNER Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts Conrad Hotels & Resorts Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Hilton Hotels & Resorts Jumeirah Kempinski Hotels One&Only Resorts

JA Manafaru, Maldives WINNER

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING GREEN DESTINATION 2021

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING HOTEL BRAND 2021

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING HOTEL 2021 Conrad Maldives Rangali Island WINNER LUX* Saint Gilles, Reunion Island LUX* South Ari Atoll, Maldives SO/ Sofitel Mauritius

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INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING HOTEL RESIDENCES 2021 Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives WINNER Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita Four Seasons Resort Seychelles Heritage The Villas, Mauritius Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Resort Velaa Private Island, Maldives

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021 The Vakkaru Over Water Residence @ Vakkaru Maldives WINNER Extreme WOW Ocean Haven @ W Maldives THE MURAKA @ Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

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The Rehendi Presidential Suite @ Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING LUXURY ISLAND RESORT 2021

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

Three-Bedroom Beach Suite @ Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi WINNER Cheval Blanc Randheli, Maldives

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING LUXURY TOUR OPERATOR 2021

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING LEISURE HOTEL 2021

Four Seasons Maldives Private Island at Voavah

Get Into Maldives Travels WINNER

Anantara Veli Maldives Resort WINNER

North Island, Seychelles

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OZEN Life Maadhoo, Maldives

Hey Hey Maldives

OZEN Reserve Bolifushi, Maldives

Intour Maldives

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING LUXURY VILLA RESORT 2021

Season Paradise Hotel, Maldives Soneva Fushi, Maldives

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2021 John Jacob Astor Estate @ The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort WINNER Grand Beachfront Villa @ JW Marriott Mauritius Resort Grand Sunset Residence @ One&Only Reethi Rah, Maldives Ocean Sounds @ Six Senses Zil Pasyon, Seychelles Presidential Suite Pool Villa @ Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa, Mauritius Private Ocean RESERVE with Slide @ OZEN Reserve Bolifushi, Maldives Raffles Royal Residence @ Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Resort THE MURAKA @ Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Velaa Private Residence @ Velaa Private Island, Maldives Villa North Island @ North Island, Seychelles

Vakkaru Maldives Velaa Private Island, Maldives

Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa, Mauritius WINNER Cheval Blanc Randheli, Maldives

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING LUXURY RESORT 2021

OZEN Reserve Bolifushi, Maldives Raffles Seychelles

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort WINNER

Velaa Private Island, Maldives

Cheval Blanc Randheli, Maldives Constance Halaveli Maldives Constance Prince Maurice, Mauritius Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare One&Only Le Saint Géran, Mauritius OZEN Life Maadhoo, Maldives Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Resort, Maldives Raffles Seychelles The Oberoi Beach Resort, Mauritius

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING LUXURY WATER VILLA 2021 Grand Water Villa @ One&Only Reethi Rah, Maldives WINNER Escape Water Villa @ Coco Bodu Hithi, Maldives Extreme WOW Ocean Haven @ W Maldives Ocean Suite @ Paradise Island Resort & Spa, Maldives Stella Maris Ocean Villa @ Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

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MARADIVA VILLAS RESORT & SPA, MAURITIUS Indian Ocean's Leading Luxury Villa Resort

The only one of its kind, this luxury ﬁve-star resort will delight guests with the quiet opulence of its private villas. Drawing on its Indian heritage, the Maradiva experience, which includes an award-winning Holistic Spa, haute cuisine and a private pool in the grounds of each villa, is synonymous to understated elegance and impeccable service, discreetly luxurious, ultimately private, personalized Mauritian experience.

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Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa is the only ﬁve-star luxury all-villa resort situated on the West coast of Mauritius, renowned for its amazing sunset, and its dry and warm climate. With a prime location, the resort is endowed with a long stretch of pristine beach that aﬀords views of the spectacular Le Morne Mountain and lazily borders the Indian Ocean, glittering in the bright sun all year round. As a small family owned hotel, its uniqueness lies in its rich authentic Mauritian heritage. The resort comprises of 65 spacious villas with

individual private pools and stretches across 27 lush acres of land, home to a host of protected species and some 150 endemic plants.

Villas Featuring Hermès decoration and amenities, an outside living area and shower, the villas boast a mix of traditional and contemporary designs. Cocooned in one of the sixty-ﬁve villas nestled in the lush gardens along the coastline, with view of the ocean or the garden, guests will enjoy the privacy their individual pool.

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Restaurants

In the heart of Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa is an oasis of tranquillity. Maradiva Spa is the ideal place to harmonise your body and soul, to unwind and rejuvenate. The Spa’s design is strongly inﬂuenced by Indian philosophy but a wide selection of eastern and western treatments are available to guests. The Ayurvedic treatments oﬀered include the services of an Indian Ayurvedic doctor and his proposal of appropriate therapies, including deep muscular massages and aromatherapy sessions designed to purify and regenerate.

Mauritian specialties, Mediterranean flavors, Asian cuisines or even refined Indian fusion cuisine, the restaurants at Maradiva offer a range of culinary experiences, all in a chic and casual setting.

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The Best Gets Better Accra’s Finest Hotel, Newly Renovated

The Accra City Hotel’s reinvigorated space is fully opened, offering domestic and international a fresh, luxurious place to wine, dine and rest. The hotel features exciting culinary moments at the contemporary restaurant, a bar, fully equipped conference rooms, a ﬁtness centre as well as a versatile event space. “As part of Accra City’s care and commitment to high safety standards, we have enhanced the safety and cleanliness protocols to safeguard the health, well-being and peace of mind of our guests and staff. Welcome to the Business Haven.”

Barnes Road, West Ridge GA-107-5500 Accra

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INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING RESORT 2021 Vakkaru Maldives WINNER

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Seychelles Travel WINNER

Madagascar

Andilana Beach Resort, Madagascar

Adventure Maldives

Mauritius

Coco Bodu Hithi, Maldives

Malagasy Tours

Seychelles

Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives

Mautourco

Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa

Réunitours

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING NEW RESORT 2021

Travel Connection Maldives

JA Manafaru, Maldives L’Escale Resort Marina & Spa, Seychelles

Kagi Maldives Spa Island

Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING TOURIST BOARD 2021

L’Escale Resort Marina & Spa, Seychelles

W Maldives

Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation WINNER

OZEN Reserve Bolifushi, Maldives

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING SEAPLANE OPERATOR 2021

Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas WINNER

Patina Maldives, Fari Islands

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING PRIVATE ISLAND RESORT 2021

Trans Maldivian Airways WINNER Island Wings Mauritius Lagoon Flight

Velaa Private Island, Maldives WINNER Cheval Blanc Randheli Private Island, Maldives Coco Privé Private Island Maldives COMO Cocoa Island, Maldives Constance Tsarabanjina, Madagascar

Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority Office National du Tourisme de Madagascar Reunion Island Tourism Board Seychelles Tourism Board

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING SUSTAINABLE TOURISM DESTINATION 2021

BlueSky

Seychelles WINNER

Get Into Maldives Travels

Madagascar

Vermillion International Maldives

Maldives

Denis Private Island, Seychelles

Mauritius

Four Seasons Maldives Private Island at Voavah

Reunion Island

Fregate Island, Seychelles North Island, Seychelles

Nominees listed alphabetically E&OE

Simply Maldives Holidays WINNER

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING VILLA RESORT 2021 Hurawalhi Island Resort, Maldives WINNER

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Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas

MADAGASCAR'S LEADING RESORT 2021

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives

Angsana Velavaru, Maldives Coco Bodu Hithi, Maldives Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa, Seychelles JA Enchanted Waterfront Villas, Seychelles Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa, Mauritius

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING WATER VILLA RESORT 2021

INDIAN OCEAN'S RESPONSIBLE TOURISM AWARD 2021 Mauritius Conscious WINNER Kudadoo Maldives Private Island Lemur Conservation Network Vanilla Islands

Andilana Beach Resort WINNER Constance Tsarabanjina Time + Tide Miavana Tsara Komba Lodge

MADAGASCAR'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

MADAGASCAR'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

Cactus Tours Madagascar WINNER

Hertz WINNER

Malagasy Tours

Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort

Avis

Tsiky Tour

Europcar

Visit Mada Tours

Baros Maldives

Faniry Rent-Car

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa WINNER

Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, Maldives

INDIAN OCEAN'S LEADING WEDDING DESTINATION 2021

MADAGASCAR'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

MALDIVES' LEADING ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT 2021 Diamonds Athuruga Beach & Water Villas WINNER

Asisten Travel WINNER

Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives

Cactus Tours Madagascar

Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives

Mauritius WINNER

Essence of Madagascar

Maldives

Sound’s Travel and Leisure

Constance Moofushi Diamonds Thudufushi

Seychelles

INDIAN OCEAN'S MOST ROMANTIC RESORT 2021

Gassytour

MADAGASCAR'S LEADING HOTEL 2021

Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa

Princesse Bora Lodge & Spa WINNER

LUX* South Ari Atoll

Baros Maldives WINNER

Anjajavy Le Lodge

Coco Bodu Hithi, Maldives

Hotel Carlton Madagascar

Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa

Olo Be Lodge

Lily Beach Resort & Spa OBLU Select at Sangeli OZEN Life Maadhoo

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EMERALD MALDIVES RESORT & SPA

Maldives' Leading Luxury Villa Resort

Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa, a new 5-star Deluxe All-Inclusive Resort, a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Built to blend in perfect harmony with the surrounding environment, using materials such as bamboo, natural stones and Langhi Langhi leaves and a direct focus on energy eﬃciency and environment preservation, the resort combines tropical scenery with modern design, creating atmospheres of natural and informal elegance, oﬀering the ideal setting for guests to build new and memorable experiences. Located on the Raa Atoll, in the northern part of the Maldives archipelago, this Deluxe All-Inclusive Resort is surrounded by 1,5 km of soft white sand, on a lush private 20 hectares island and features 120 villas, 60 of which are located on the island and 60 directly on the sea.

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Deluxe All-Inclusive Sanctuary Inspired by a unique contemporary Deluxe All-Inclusive concept, the Resort is ideal for both couples in search of intimacy and romance and families seeking a more playful experience, offering a full range of activities and emotions for both the more and less active travelers worldwide. The resort is also a real laboratory and a point of reference for flavours and taste, featuring the international cuisine of the Aqua Restaurant, the Beach Club Grill and its Mediterranean cuisine and two other outlets offering respectively Latin American and Asian cuisine. Natural ingredients are treated with a superior level of creativity in all restaurants, to offer guests a deluxe all-inclusive formula in all outlets.

Villas All villas have been built to harmoniously blend with the local environment, with carefully studied landscaping and perfectly crafted materials such as bamboo, natural stones and Langhi Langhi leaves. Designed in contemporary-style tropical architecture and interior design solutions, all villas enjoy an elegant, cozy and relaxed ambiance, a modern and comfortable style.

The Emerald Spa The Emerald SPA is built in Balinese style and oﬀers Balinese and Thai treatments in the total privacy of 10 air-conditioned bungalows, an Indonesian style pool and a relax area with jacuzzi, sauna and Turkish baths.

Diving Centre The stunning coral reefs and the over 1000 ﬁsh species swimming in the Indian Ocean makes diving and snorkeling at the Maldives one of the most sought-after activities for professional and amateur divers.

Water Sports Centre Located right on the spectacular white sand beach, the Water Sport Centre is available for guests willing to use Hobie-cats, kayak, kite and wind surf equipment under the Waters Sport Team supervision. Motorized water sports – like jet skis – are also available at extra charge.

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS INDIAN OCEAN 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES MALDIVES' LEADING BEACH RESORT 2021

MALDIVES' LEADING FAMILY RESORT 2021

Diamonds Thudufushi WINNER

Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives WINNER

aaaVeee Nature's Paradise Dusit Thani Maldives

Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort

Fushifaru Maldives

Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa

JA Manafaru Kurumba Maldives

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives

OBLU by Atmosphere at Helengeli

JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa

Soneva Fushi

Kanuhura Maldives

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi

Kurumba Maldives Lily Beach Resort & Spa

MALDIVES' LEADING BOUTIQUE RESORT 2021

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort

MALDIVES' LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021 The Vakkaru Over Water Residence @ Vakkaru Maldives WINNER Anantara Over Water Pool Suite @ Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort Ocean Suite @ Paradise Island Resort & Spa Sunrise Three-Bedroom Water Suite @ Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa

Vakkaru Maldives

THE MURAKA @ Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Amaya Kuda Rah Maldives

MALDIVES' LEADING GREEN RESORT 2021

Baros Maldives

Three-Bedroom Land And Ocean Suite @ Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru

Gili Lankanfushi WINNER

Coco Bodu Hithi

aaaVeee Nature's Paradise

COMO Cocoa Island, Maldives Fushifaru Maldives

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, Maldives

Huvafen Fushi Maldives

Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu

Naladhu Private Island Maldives

Reethi Faru Resort

The Nautilus Maldives WINNER

MALDIVES' LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Get Into Maldives Travels WINNER Diethelm Travel Maldives Essence of Maldives Trav Maldives

MALDIVES' LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2021 John Jacob Astor Estate @ The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort WINNER

Sun Island Resort & Spa

Baros Residence @ Baros Maldives

MALDIVES' LEADING HONEYMOON RESORT 2021

Grand Sunset Residence @ One&Only Reethi Rah

JA Manafaru Maldives WINNER Cheval Blanc Randheli COMO Cocoa Island, Maldives Dusit Thani Maldives OBLU SELECT at Sangeli

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Private Ocean RESERVE with Slide @ OZEN Reserve Bolifushi Raffles Royal Residence @ Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Resort THE MURAKA @ Conrad Maldives Rangali Island The Private Reserve @ Gili Lankanfushi

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Two Bedroom Royal Beach Villa @ Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa Velaa Private Residence @ Velaa Private Island

MALDIVES' LEADING LUXURY ISLAND RESORT 2021

Gili Lankanfushi

MALDIVES' LEADING LUXURY TOUR OPERATOR 2021

Cheval Blanc Randheli

Travel Escapes Maldives

OZEN Reserve Bolifushi The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort Vakkaru Maldives Velaa Private Island

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort JA Manafaru

Get Into Maldives Travels Intour Maldives

Four Seasons Maldives Private Island at Voavah

Huvafen Fushi Maldives

Premier Maldives WINNER

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi WINNER Fairmont Maldives, Sirru Fen Fushi

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru

Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Resort

Niyama Private Islands Maldives

OV Holidays

One&Only Reethi Rah, Maldives Soneva Fushi

MALDIVES' LEADING LUXURY VILLA RESORT 2021 Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa WINNER

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Taj Exotica Resort & Spa VARU by Atmosphere Velassaru Maldives W Maldives

Cheval Blanc Randheli JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa OZEN Reserve Bolifushi

MALDIVES' LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Get Into Maldives Travels WINNER

MALDIVES' LEADING LUXURY RESORT 2021

Velaa Private Island

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort WINNER

MALDIVES' LEADING RESORT 2021

Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort Baglioni Resort Maldives

Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa WINNER

Cheval Blanc Randheli

Amari Havodda Maldives

Constance Halaveli Maldives

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, Maldives

MALDIVES' LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021

Baros Maldives

Hey Hey Maldives WINNER

Kanuhura Maldives

Coco Bodu Hithi

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LUX* North Male Atoll

Faarufushi Maldives

Travel Connection Maldives

One&Only Reethi Rah

Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa

Vermillion International Maldives

JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa

OZEN Reserve Bolifushi

Adventure Maldives Alpha Maldives Hey Hey Maldives Lets Go Maldives

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THE ST. REGIS MALDIVES VOMMULI RESORT

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Nestled between verdant rainforest and whitesand beaches on a private island, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort overlooks the alluring waves of the Indian Ocean. Explore the tropical beauty and rich marine life of this peaceful, ecoconscious setting. The private lagoon, Iridium Spa and outdoor inﬁnity pool promise nonpareil relaxation.

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John Jacob Astor Estate The pinnacle of luxury living and the largest estate on the island--and the largest 3 Bedroom Overwater Villa in the Maldives--is the presidential villa named after the founder John Jacob Astor IV. The John Jacob Astor Estate has a private gym, cinema room and spa suites attached to each of the bedrooms, plus three staﬀ quarters, a 92-sqm inﬁnity pool, a jacuzzi and two plunge pools.

Encounter a distinctly unique, distinctly bespoke experience at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort. Designed to be ecologically friendly, we oﬀer 77 inspired accommodations, including 44 overwater villas and 33 located on the beach.

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Experience a Day in Paradise Whether you are looking for a quiet vacation in paradise or an action-packed adventure, the hotel oﬀers activities and attractions for everyone. Go scuba diving or snorkeling and encounter an endless array of sea life in the coral reef surrounding the resort. Wander the idyllic island and be amazed by its natural splendor. Or strap in and parasail high above the Indian Ocean for a thrill like no other. Create unforgettable experiences when you stay with us at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort.

scintillating waves of the Indian Ocean, the 1,850square-meter sanctuary features plush furnishings set against white oak interiors. Each of the six treatment suites, including two Ayurvedic suites with private steam rooms, oﬀers a reﬁned luxury retreat in the Maldives. Sliding glass doors allow guests to admire the sea from their spa beds, while private terraces with soaking bathtubs ensure relaxation enhanced by fresh ocean breezes.

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The hotel's signature Iridium Spa promises a transformative journey in an oasis of tropically inspired sophistication. Alighting atop the

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Long Beach, A Sun Resort, Mauritius

Sofitel Mauritius l'Impérial Resort & Spa

Constance Halaveli Maldives WINNER

Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury

The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa

Adaaran Prestige Vadoo Amari Havodda Maldives Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas Gili Lankanfushi Hurawalhi Island Resort

Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius The Oberoi Beach Resort, Mauritius The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa

Mautourco WINNER

One&Only Reethi Rah

MAURITIUS' LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2021

Shangri-La's Villingili Resort & Spa

Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa WINNER

Sun Siyam Vilu Reef W Maldives

MALDIVES' LEADING WATER VILLA RESORT 2021 Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa WINNER Baros Maldives

Mauritius Attractions

Paradise Cove Boutique Hotel

SEGA Tours & Cruises

Tamarina Golf & Spa Boutique Hotel

MAURITIUS' LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021 Avis Dollar Rent A Car

Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa

MAURITIUS' LEADING BEACH RESORT 2021 Sugar Beach, A Sun Resort, Mauritius WINNER

Etnika Travel

Baystone Boutique Hotel & Spa

JA Manafaru

The Ravenala Attitude

Emotions Destination Management Kreola

Hertz WINNER

Sands Suites Resort & Spa WINNER

Concorde

20 Degrés Sud

Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives

MAURITIUS' LEADING ALL SUITE RESORT 2021

MAURITIUS' LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021

MAURITIUS' LEADING FAMILY RESORT 2021 Constance Belle Mare Plage WINNER Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort

Europcar

Long Beach, A Sun Resort, Mauritius

Thrifty

LUX* Belle Mare One&Only Le Saint Géran

MAURITIUS' LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2021 Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa WINNER InterContinental Resort Mauritius JW Marriott Mauritius Resort

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Paradis Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius Sofitel Mauritius L'Imperial Resort & Spa Sugar Beach, A Sun Resort, Mauritius

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MAURITIUS' LEADING GREEN RESORT 2021 Constance Belle Mare Plage WINNER Constance Prince Maurice Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort Long Beach, A Sun Resort, Mauritius LUX* Le Morne Sofitel Mauritius l'Impérial Resort & Spa

MAURITIUS' LEADING HOTEL 2021 Le Méridien Ile Maurice WINNER Labourdonnais Waterfront Hotel SO/ Sofitel Mauritius The Address Boutique Hotel

MAURITIUS' LEADING HOTEL RESIDENCES 2021 Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita WINNER Anahita Golf & Spa Resort Heritage The Villas

MAURITIUS' LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021 Ocean Suite @ One&Only Le Saint Géran WINNER Beachfront Access Grand Suite @ JW Marriott Mauritius Resort Junior Suite Beach Front @ Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa

Presidential Suite Sanctuary @ Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita Royal Suite @ Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury

Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita LUX* Belle Mare LUX* Le Morne

Shangri-La One Bedroom Suite @ Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius

Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa

MAURITIUS' LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2021

The Oberoi Beach Resort, Mauritius

Villa One @ One&Only Le Saint Géran WINNER Five-Bedroom Royal Residence Villa @ Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita Grand Beachfront Villa @ JW Marriott Mauritius Resort

One&Only Le Saint Géran Sugar Beach, A Sun Resort, Mauritius

MAURITIUS' LEADING ONLINE TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 Arcadia Travel WINNER Omarjee Holidays Shamal Travels

Presidential Suite Pool Villa @ Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa

MAURITIUS' LEADING RESORT 2021

Princely Villa @ Constance Prince Maurice

LUX* Grand Gaube WINNER

Royal Villa with Private Pool @ The Oberoi Beach Resort, Mauritius

Constance Belle Mare Plage

Shangri-La Three-Bedroom Beach Villa @ Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius

Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa

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Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort La Pirogue, A Sun Resort, Mauritius Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius

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Sofitel Mauritius L'Imperial Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Mauritius Resort WINNER

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Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas

Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa

Constance Prince Maurice

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Indian Ocean’s Leading Cruise Port

Port Victoria, Seychelles

4°37’S 55°27’E

Your Ultimate Cruising Destination ∙ Archipelago of 115 stunning islands ∙ Exotic beaches and unique 昀ora & fauna ∙ Home to two UNESCO Natural World Heritage Sites ∙ ISPS Certi昀ed port. Deep-water berths and excellent yachts marinas ∙ Port walking distance from city centre, Island-hopping and cultural excursions ∙ World-class tourists and ship-handling agencies ∙ Stable, safe country with friendly people ∙ Your natural place for leisure and recuperation

SEYCHELLES PORTS AUTHORITY P.O. Box 47 Commercial Port, Mahé, Seychelles T (248) 429 4700 • E enquiries@seyport.sc

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ANANTARA BA ISLAND RESO With 2,500 km of Indian Ocean coastline, Mozambique is an aqua-playground bathed in brilliant watercolour hues. Nowhere is its beauty more pristine than the Bazaruto Archipelago, a protected marine reserve and national park.

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AZARUTO ORT Ilha de Bazaruto, Island of the Mist, lies 30 km oﬀ the mainland. Here, rolling sand dunes melt into clear azure ocean. Swim with dolphins and experience the annual migration of humpback whales from July to September. Set sail for the sunset. Lose yourself to nature’s beauty in one of the last untouched paradises. Welcome to Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort, a truly luxury escape among Mozambique resorts.

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Dining

Leisure

The cuisine is inspired by the surroundings, with locally sourced seafood, and indigenous herbs and spices from the resort garden. Explore the complex layered ﬂavours of Mozambique, Portugal and beyond at the restaurants in Mozambique.

Explore the island, delve beneath the ocean's surface, or sail into the sunset. Lie back and revel in nature's beauty with the many things to do in Mozambique.

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Spa & Wellness Find an escape and wind down on an island of serenity far removed from worldly cares. Designed in natural harmony with its lush tropical environment, Anantara Spa perches high above the resort overlooking the ocean. Salute the sun with morning yoga overlooking the Indian Ocean. Surrender stress to ancient holistic therapies at Anantara Spa. Indulge in signature

treatments inspired by indigenous ingredients. Discover the beneﬁts of hydrotherapy and refresh afterwards at the health bar at this spa in Mozambique.

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WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS INDIAN OCEAN 2021 WINNERS & NOMINEES MAURITIUS' LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021 Mautourco WINNER

REUNION ISLAND'S LEADING TOUR OPERATOR 2021

Exotic Holiday Mauritius

Réunitours WINNER

Freshverde Holidays

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Holidays Tropic

Horizon Réunion

Kreola

MAURITIUS' LEADING TRAVEL AGENCY 2021 BlueSky WINNER Atom Travel Concorde Travel

SEYCHELLES' LEADING BOUTIQUE HOTEL 2021 Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa WINNER Anantara Maia Seychelles Villas Hotel L’Archipel Le Château de Feuilles

REUNION ISLAND'S LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021 Hertz WINNER

SEYCHELLES' LEADING CAR RENTAL COMPANY 2021

Avis

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Europcar

Hertz

ITC Tropicar

Le Charme Rent a Car Thrifty

REUNION ISLAND'S LEADING DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANY 2021 Connections DMC WINNER

SEYCHELLES' LEADING CONFERENCE HOTEL 2021

Réunitours

Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare WINNER

TERRES METISSES

Eden Bleu Hotel

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SEYCHELLES' LEADING FAMILY RESORT 2021 Constance Ephelia WINNER Four Seasons Resort Seychelles Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa

SEYCHELLES' LEADING GREEN RESORT 2021 STORY Seychelles WINNER Constance Ephelia Constance Lemuria Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare

SEYCHELLES' LEADING HOTEL SUITE 2021 Three-Bedroom Beach Suite @ Four Seasons Resort Seychelles WINNER Premier Suite @ Kempinski Seychelles Resort Baie Lazare Presidential Villa @ Constance Lemuria Savoy Penthouse @ Savoy Seychelles Resort & Spa

Savoy Seychelles Resort & Spa

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Palm Hotel & Spa

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SEYCHELLES' LEADING LUXURY HOTEL VILLA 2021 Presidential Villa @ Constance Lemuria WINNER Ocean Sounds @ Six Senses Zil Pasyon

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Owner’s Signature Villa @ JA Enchanted Island Resort

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Seven-Bedroom Residence Villa @ Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

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Two Bedroom Oceanfront Pool Villa @ Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa

Mason's Travel

Villa North Island @ North Island

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Just Seychelles Seychelles Travel Vision Voyages

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Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island WINNER

Just Seychelles

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

Seashell Travel

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SEYCHELLES' LEADING RESORT 2021 JA Enchanted Island Resort WINNER Avani Barbarons Seychelles Resort Constance Ephelia Constance Lemuria Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa L’Escale Resort Marina & Spa Savoy Seychelles Resort & Spa

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VAKKARU MALDIVES Indian Ocean's Leading Hotel Suite

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A Timeless Sanctuary

Facilities

Lies within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, Vakkaru Maldives is a secluded reef island blessed with timeless ocean views, powder-soft, brilliant white sands, deep blue holes and house reef with unique marine biodiversity. A scenic 30-minute seaplane flight from Male International Airport transport you into this idyllic paradise intuitively designed for guests seeking timeless experiences. Home to over 2,300 fully grown coconut trees, the tropical island also features 113 luxury villas and suites, five restaurants, two bars, a wine cellar and an over-the-water Spa. Engaging experiences are offered by Splash water sports and dive centre, Sports Fields, Parrotfish Club, 24/7 Coconut Club and gym.

Keeping the natural beauty of the island as unspoiled as possible, the resort is home to over 2,300 fully grown coconut trees. Luxury facilities include 113 villas and suites, five sensational restaurants, two bars Vakkaru Reserve, and an over-the-water Merana Spa. Engaging experiences abound for everyone, every day at Vakkaru Maldives. Offered by Splash Dive and Water Sports, Sports Fields, Parrotfish Club for children below 12 years, Coconut Club for teens and an overwater gymnasium with a personal trainer

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Dining

Spa

A collection of delectable dishes from Europe to Asia, served in ﬁve restaurants, two bars, a wine cellar as well as private destination dining around the island.

Find inner serenity with expert therapists at Merana Spa, featuring luxurious overwater single and couple treatment rooms, an ayurvedic treatment room, hair and nail salon, spa boutique and outdoor wellness area featuring a warm whirlpool, cold plunge pool, sauna and steam room.

Vakku - Elegant open-air grill restaurant and a signature venue to savour the ﬁnest selection of meats and seafood grilled to perfection. Onu - Drawn from the South East Asia inspiration yet honouring the regions current and past inﬂuences, Onu is an elegant bamboo fashioned culinary theatre within a tropical plantation designed with a showcase kitchen.

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