LUXURY ISSUE NO 8 | MAY - JULY 2022
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WELCOME TO
SERENA HOTEL ZANZIBAR
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08. Serena hotel Zanzibar Idyllically situated on the seafront of exotic mix of Sultan’s Palaces, Portuguese Forts, ancient dhow harbor and bright bazaars,
24. Hotel Verde Zanzibar As the island’s greenest hotel, it is one of a kind. Set just outside historic Stone Town.
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The Fourth Edition of Festac Africa Happened in the Spice Islands of Zanzibar. 72. NEPTUNE PWANI BEACH RESORT Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa is situated on the north-east coast of Zanzibar. 80. WELCOME TO SEA CLIFF RESORT & SPA ZANZIBAR Ideal for families or couples, the resort Seacliff has the only golf course on the island of Zanzibar.
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FOR ATTENDING FESTAC2022 2021 Nobel Laureate Prize Winner in Literature Abdulrazak Gurnah FRSL (born 20 December 1948) is a Tanzanian-born British novelist and academic. He was born in the Sultanate of Zanzibar and moved to the United Kingdom in the 1960s as a refugee during the Zanzibar Revolution. His novels include Paradise (1994), which was shortlisted for both the Booker and the Whitbread Prize; Desertion (2005); and By the Sea (2001), which was longlisted for the Booker and shortlisted for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. Gurnah was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2021 “for his uncompromising and compassionate penetration of the effects of colonialism and the fates of the refugee in the gulf between cultures and continents”. He is Emeritus Professor of English and Postcolonial Literatures at the University of Kent.
DESTINATION ZANZIBAR
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WELCOME TO
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Idyllically situated on the sea-front of exotic mix of Sultan’s Palaces, Portuguese Forts, ancient dhow harbor and bright bazaars, the Zanzibar Serena Hotel is a haven of tranquility and opulence amongst the bustle of one of Africa’s most ancient and most enchanting towns. A member of the renowned Serena Hotels Group, the hotel has been styled to represent the epitome of Swahili style, ethnic elegance and Arabic opulence [ 10 ] LUXURYXCLUSIVE
LOCATION Central Stone Town, 7kms from Zanzibar International Airport (known as Abeid Aman Karume International Airport only 20 minutes’ flight from Dar es Salaam)
EACH ROOM IS PRESENTED IN TIME-HONORED ZANZIBAR STYLE..
ACCOMMODATION Zanzibar Serena Hotel offers a selection of Standard rooms with sea view, Seafront Prime rooms, Executive Suites, and a Honeymoon suite. Each room is presented in time-honored Zanzibar style and features a traditional Zanzibar four-poster bed and a private balcony.
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HOTEL AMENITIES Room amenities
Include: 24-hour room service, airconditioning, free Wi-Fi and in-room modem hook-up, direct-dial phone, voicemail, in-room satellite TV, mini bar, private safe, tea and coffee-making facilities, hair dryer, mosquito nets, laundry and valet services, and airport shuttle service
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Dining, bars and hospitality Lapped by the waves of the Indian Ocean, the Baharia Restaurant offers all-day international and Swahili cuisine and weekly Swahili banquets around the pool deck. On the roof top is the exclusive Terrace Restaurant, which looks out over the bay and features a supreme selection of freshly-caught sea food. Presented in traditional Swahili style, the Masahani Bar features performances by a traditional Taarab orchestra and offers both indoor and terrace seating. Adjacent to the pool with sweeping ocean views.
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ON THE ROOF TOP IS THE EXCLUSIVE TERRACE RESTAURANT, WHICH LOOKS OUT OVER THE BAY AND FEATURES A SUPREME SELECTION OF FRESHLYCAUGHT SEA FOOD.
Conference and event facilities Presented in traditional Zanzibar style, the dedicated conference room accommodates up to 40 guests, while services include; full audio-visual and technical support services, catering, incentives, and organizational support.accommodation offerings and various dining options. The venue is also ideal for banquets and weddings.
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Family features Zanzibar Serena offers; family rooms, children’s menus and babysitting services
Business support The hotel business center offers multilingual secretarial support and 24-hour global connectivity.
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Weddings and honeymoons Zanzibar Serena offers a selection of wedding and reception venues, honeymoon suite and a wedding advisory service. Conventional weddings and Swahili style celebration can all be arranged.
Health and wellness Swimming pool, henna body painting, a range of health and beauty treatments as well as beach yoga and exercises to keep well and energetic!
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Activities and cultural interaction While at Zanzibar Serena Hotel enjoy the following Activities organized by the hotel and found only in Zanzibar Dhow trips, island tours, turtle and dolphin watching, Swahili banquets with traditional Taarab orchestra Stone Town, visits to the Sultan’s baths, slave caves and slave market, Safari blue, dhow trips and idyllic island escapes and sundown boat cruises. Experiencing and living the Swahili culture, visit to traditional Swahili villages, Swahili feasts with Taarab music and Spice Tour provides a rare experience on why Zanzibar is referred to as the ‘Spice Island’ Prison / Changuu Island, 30 minutes from Stone Town to watch and feed Aldabra’s giant tortoise, Forodhani – best street food market in Zanzibar, tasty Swahili style food and vibrant evenings As well as the Freddie Mercury Museum – visit the first ever Museum dedicated to the legendary Pop Singer
Eco-culture Zanzibar shelters one of the most ancient and enduring cradles of Swahili culture, while the Hotel incorporates two historically significant buildings which have been sensitively restored as part of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture. The Hotel plays a major part in the community life of Zanzibar, sponsoring a wide range of educational, health and community related projects.
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THE HOTEL PLAYS A MAJOR PART IN THE COMMUNITY LIFE OF ZANZIBAR, SPONSORING A WIDE RANGE OF EDUCATIONAL, HEALTH AND COMMUNITY RELATED PROJECTS.
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COMFORT. LUXURY. SOPHISTICATION. Neptune Hotels is a leading hotel group in East Africa. We operate 7 hotels: 4 beach resorts and one safari camp in Kenya, one resort in Zanzibar and a lodge in Tanzania. We take the utmost care to deliver the highest standard of service for total customer satisfaction. Our teams are trained to the highest standard to ensure you have a stress free and memorable holiday. Our aim is to exceed your holiday expectations by offering you the best resorts and safari camps at the best locations. Book a minimum of 45 days prior to arrival and spend less. This offer is valid at all Neptune Hotels. All Neptune Hotels are Covid compliant.
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Set on 50 acres of virgin Tanzanian bush in the Ngorongoro volcanic landscape, this all-suites log cabin style retreat is located a few steps from the Game Reserve Gate and is 20 minutes’ drive away from the Ngorongoro Crater, said to have the most dense concentration of wildlife in Africa. The property features 20 spacious private cabins with a fireplace, a restaurant, a bar and conference facilities. Relax at the swimming pool or at the Earth & Rain Spa after a full-day game drive.
It is nestled in the heart of the exclusive Masai Mara North Conservancy. Immersed in the original bush among indigenous plantations and trees, the 20 luxury tents directly overlook the Mara River, which winds itself around the camp with gently flowing waters surrounded with wildlife and teeming with large groups of Hippos. Enjoy an al fresco lunch or evening BBQs around the pool, as you watch the Masai dancing and talking about their culture.
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This is the ideal choice if you are looking for that special t uch , and the finest details The luxurious resort was meticulously created to emulate traditional Zanzibari style using the best in local design, interiors and furnishing to meet top international standards. The 190 deluxe and 4 master suites all offer Indian Ocean views. It is located North East on Zanzibar’s best beach on the Kiwengwa shoreline, 45km from The International Airport and Stone Town.
Set in a beautiful tropical garden and totally renovated in 2016, the 92 rooms are in makuti roofed cottages with only 4 rooms per unit. Restaurants and bars form a perfect match between hotel and nature and offer a real African atmosphere. The resort is located at the South Coast at the famous Diani Beach. Mombasa town is 40km, Moi International Airport 45km, with the Ukunda Airstrip only 8km away.
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Located at Bamburi Beach, the special highlight is the lush garden area and the new terrace with a view of the Ocean. There are many quiet areas throughout the resort including the newly created “coffee shop” to offer you calm and relaxation.
Seated at Diani beach, this 165-room gem is a perfect match between resort and nature thanks to makuti roofs all through. It is one of the widest beachfront hotels in Mombasa.
A 4-star-plus boutique hotel set in beautiful tropical gardens on a prime beachfront location at Diani Beach, South Coast. The 60 rooms are in makuti roofed cottages with only 4 rooms per unit.
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HOTEL VERDE ZANZIBAR
Designed to be chic and luxurious, all our rooms are stylish, sophisticated and contemporary, accented with Zanzibari art and décor.
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A lively and vibrant experience As the island’s greenest hotel, it is one of a kind. Set just outside historic Stone Town and only a mere 15 minute drive from the airport, it is the ideal location for all travel purposes; family holidays, special events, adventure or business travel. Each room offers luxury accommodation with a private balcony and ocean-facing views of the coast or the mangrove forest. Having won multiple sustainability awards and retaining the title of Zanzibar’s Greenest Hotel. The Hotel Verde Zanzibar design has sustainability at its core. Not only is the building sustainable, but green principles, processes and measures ensure all operations are eco-friendly and continually assessed for improvement. LUXURYXCLUSIVE [ 25 ]
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Executive Twin Garden Or Ocean Facing
Spacious and tastefully decorated, these stylish rooms come with a twin bed setup, private balcony with a view of either the garden or the ocean. The bathroom is equipped with a shower and double basin vanity. Interleading rooms available upon request.
Executive King Garden Or Ocean Facing
Spacious and tastefully decorated these stylish rooms come with a king bed setup, private balcony with a view of either the garden or the ocean. The bathroom is equipped with a shower and double basin vanity. Interleading rooms available upon request.
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Two-bedroom penthouse Ocean Facing When one luxurious room is not enough. Four of our five two-bedroom penthouses have a deluxe hot tub, all have a terrace, outdoor dining area and magnificent sea views.
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Conferences Hotel Verde Zanzibar – Azam Luxury Resort and Spa offers three large venues, catering for everything from small meetings to conferences, exhibitions and banquets and weddings. The venues are separated by soundproof doors, allowing them to be converted into a combined larger space for big events.
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WE CAN COMBINE CONFERENCES WITH ACCOMMODATION OFFERINGS AND VARIOUS DINING OPTIONS.
Venues Situated a short distance from Stone Town and the mainland ferry terminal, Hotel Verde Zanzibar – Azam Luxury Resort and Spa is ideally positioned both for local one-day conferences and for meetings, exhibitions and events spanning a few days. We can combine conferences with accommodation offerings and various dining options. The venue is also ideal for banquets and weddings. LUXURYXCLUSIVE [ 31 ]
Roystonea Restaurant Sampling local cuisine and delicacies is one of the best ways to get to know a country’s culture. With two world-class dining establishments on the premises, Hotel Verde Zanzibar – Azam Luxury Resort and Spa takes care of your every culinary requirement. The choice of locally sourced organic and seasonal produce and vegetarian dishes reduces our impact on the environment and benefits communities.
Vanilla Lounge The Vanilla Lounge is a restful haven with comfortable sofas to spend a relaxing hour or two. The coffee bar provides signature coffees, shakes and cakes to enjoy over a good book or game of scrabble, or while catching up on the latest news.
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Indulge Roystonea Restaurant is all about casual all-day dining. A delicious breakfast buffet is served daily with a wide variety of fresh fruit, yoghurt, pastries, breads and hot dishes for a great start to the day. The veranda, which also houses a pizza and barbecue area, is a pleasant al fresco dining area with beautiful views of the hotel grounds and surroundings.
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Wellness / Activities Hotel Verde Zanzibar – Azam Luxury Rest & Spa offers facilities unlike any other. Guests can experience rejuvenating treatments at the world-class Saff ron Spa, transform at the yoga studio or exercise at our world-class gym
Wellness Wellness is an active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a healthy and fulfilling life. At Hotel Verde we believe in this lifestyle as being part of a dynamic process of change and growth.
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AT HOTEL VERDE WE BELIEVE IN THIS LIFESTYLE AS BEING PART OF A DYNAMIC PROCESS OF CHANGE AND GROWTH.
Activities Hotel Verde Zanzibar – Azam Luxury Rest & Spa offers facilities unlike any other. Guests can experience free access to the famous Azam Waterpark, Water Bikes, Kayaking, WiBit & Water Jungle Float as well as arrange for Azam Marina activities. Please contact the hotel to find out which activities are unavailable due to the global pandemic
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WHATS NEW
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City Of Stars
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Louis Vuitton Cologne Perfumes collection has the particularity of distilling an ideal day. Fragrance after fragrance, hour by hour, the collection illuminates moments with an undulating melody in ode to the vast, inspiring landscape of the West Coast. Cologne Perfumes offer olfactory descriptions of Los Angeles, the phantasmagorical home for their creative narrative. Each Cologne is like a ray of light, by turns soft or intense, spanning daybreak to after dark in the boundless City of Angels. They are theLouis chapters in Cologne a work etched out collection Vuitton Perfumes by Master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, has the particularity of distilling an ideal day. an alchemistFragrance of scent who, this collection, created after for fragrance, hour byhas hour, a singular alliance between the lightness of a fruity mist the collection illuminates moments with an undulating and the depth of flowers. a summer novel landscape melody in odeLike to the vast, inspiring in which each fragrance evokesCologne a perfect point inoffer time,olfactory of the West Coast. Perfumes from the caress of joyful morning to the rapture of a sunset. home descriptions of Los Angeles, the phantasmagorical for their creative narrative. Each Cologne is like a ray of light, by turns soft or intense, spanning daybreak to after dark in the boundless City of Angels. They are the chapters in a work etched out by Master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, an alchemist of scent who, for this collection, has created LUXURYXCLUSIVE [ 39 ] a singular alliance between the lightness of a fruity mist and the depth of flowers. Like a summer novel in which each fragrance evokes a perfect point in time, from the caress of joyful morning to the rapture of a sunset.
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Thus arrives the fabulous night of City of Stars, the latest perfume by Louis Vuitton.... City of Stars, the new opus in Louis Vuitton Cologne Perfumes collection, is an Evening Cologne, a nocturnal fantasy in the heart of a city that never sleeps. In a rhapsodic Los Angeles, City of Stars recounts a night of promises, ardent emotion, soft sensuality — and darkness opalizing in morning’s first light. Here is the atmosphere of the West Coast — its freedom, passion, and unfettered creativity. A prolongation of an olfactory ambiance that has all the spontaneity of Colognes and the sophistication of perfume. As evening falls, the city’s lights announce incandescent emotion. The warmth of the sun lingering on the skin kindles the senses in the heat of the night. Fulgurant desire meets the refinement of twilight. The night belongs to City of Stars…
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City of Stars A citrus quintet + Tiare flower + sandalwood City of Stars is an Evening Cologne, an innovation by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud that reconciles the freshness of a Cologne and the aristocracy of perfume. The brilliance of citrus brings the day’s sunlight to the skin and draws it toward a dazzling night where anything might happen. City of Stars is an ode to nighttime, a feeling of freedom, a sensual tableau.
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“It’s a more extroverted eau than its predecessors,” the Master Perfumer explains. “It’s radically focused on the special, shimmering atmosphere of a night in Los Angeles when the singular setting sun gives way to the city’s lights and spotlights that traverse the sky. It’s a luminous night. The light comes from the explosion of a citrus quintet: blood orange, lemon, red mandarin, bergamot, and lime. It blends those different flashes, showcasing their spontaneity in a swirling melody that envelops and caresses the senses. I wanted to work specifically with the flesh of blood orange, the heart of this generous perfume, which has a very particular fruitiness, a truly delicious and optimistic fleshy note. All these citruses come from Sicily and Calabria — they have the ravishing glimmer of those sun-drenched regions. The brilliance of citrus illuminates the night and creates a paradox between shadow and light, like a tension that’s soothed by a veil of Tiare flower, the gentle scent of monoi. Essence of sandalwood and the caress of powdery musk give this perfume sophistication. That magnetic combination is what lets this Evening Cologne bring on the night and exude sensuality — as if to say, ‘this is forever‘.”
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This fragrance is part of a beautiful, sincere, cultivated, and original dialogue that Louis Vuitton struck up with the artist Alex Israel for what has grown into a saga of Cologne Perfumes. A major figure on the contemporary art scene joins forces with a Master Perfumer’s savant poetry. From a deeply eloquent back-and-forth was born an exchange in which the pictorial gesture embraces the evanescence of scent. From the start of this beautiful adventure, Alex Israel has shared his idealized vision of Los Angeles, a city saturated with the incomparable colors he uses in his work, and which invite the eye to travel. In response, Jacques Cavallier Belletrud offers his own chromatic palette, in which flowers and scents are like so many deliriously nuanced tints. Together, they invent a new tableau. For City of Stars, Alex Israel took the idea one step further, creating an original work for the perfume: an exclusive painting becomes a rare piece that dresses the packaging for the bottle, as well as the travel case and fragrance trunk. It is a fresco of his beloved, glorified and indomitable city as it rouses at nightfall, its lights illuminating the whole world. The city’s lights converge in that of a unique fragrance. City of Stars is a world unto itself: a conversation between two artists of unique sensitivity.
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Cologne perfume City of Stars 100ml, 240€ In-store refill 100ml, 150€ Cologne perfume City of Stars 200ml, 370€ In-store refill 200ml, 300€ Available as of 31st March 2022 at select Louis Vuitton stores and from louisvuitton.com
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About Louis Vuitton Since 1854, Louis Vuitton has brought unique designs to the world, combining innovation with style, always aiming for the finest quality. Today, the House remains faithful to the spirit of its founder, Louis Vuitton, who invented a genuine “Art of Travel” through luggage, bags and accessories which were as creative as they were elegant and practical. Since then, audacity has shaped the story of Louis Vuitton. Faithful to its heritage, Louis Vuitton has opened its doors to architects, artists and designersacross the years, all the while developing disciplines such as ready-to-wear, shoes, accessories, watches, jewellery and fragrance. These carefully created products are testament to Louis Vuitton’s commitment to fine craftsmanship. For further information: louisvuitton.com
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Louis Vuitton Aerogram
Launched last year, Louis Vuitton ’s Aerogram collection has been updated with new models and shades. Blending the heritage of travel with the modernity of a distinctly urban look, the Aerogram men’s leather goods collection embodies craftsmanship and nomadism, values held dear to the House. With its sharp lines and contemporary detailing, Aerogram is designed for those who seek an everyday elegance to energise their masculine style with a subtle modern touch. Inspired by the aerogram, a folded sheet of paper that acts as both a letter and a stamped envelope, LV Aerogram is unveiling three rich new colours this year.
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Exceptionally supple thanks to a unique process carried out in Louis Vuitton ’s workshops, the grained calfskin boasts new plain grey, bright orange and midnight blue colours: the shoulder strap, embossed logo and luggage tag are all coordinated in the same tone to create a sophisticated and uncompromising piece, ready to add an edge to any outfit. Some edges are bias cut, a distinctive feature of the collection that echoes the shape of the envelope. This season, the essential Messenger bags, backpacks, Keepall bags and pouches are joined by a new model, both practical and utterly contemporary. The Messenger Voyage, inspired by the now iconic Pochette Voyage, meets all the requirements of modern travel. It is capable of carrying any business essentials and offers an adjustable shoulder strap, a zipped front pocket and a customisable card holder. On each of the pieces, the embossed leather label is a nod to the stamp, embodying the longing for an elsewhere in a collection designed as the epitome of on-the-move urban style.
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Louis Vuitton LV Runner Tatic
Louis Vuitton launches a new iconic trainer, with the first
model offered exclusively in Miami, in the very first Men’s store in the United States. The LV Runner Tatic is a new addition to the iconic family of Louis Vuitton trainers. Inspired by the running spirit and smooth curves of the 90s, this shoe is the most flexible, technical and agile in the collection. Its design boasts many areas of expertise. The wave-shaped sole is injected with foam, making it cushioning and resilient to support every rebound, every quest for speed.
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It’s meticulously constructed from heatsealed mesh and suede calf-leather, using the minimum amount of stitching necessary. The shoe features finely detailed, reflective Monogram flowers, adding further vibrancy. A new iconic statement piece with a dynamic, fresh appeal, the LV Runner Tatic complements every look in the Spring/Summer 2022 collection. LUXURYXCLUSIVE [ 57 ]
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A green model will be available exclusively in Miami, from 29th November, in the first Louis Vuitton store in the United States dedicated entirely to men’s collections. This new location, situated in the Design District, will be the second Louis Vuitton Men's store in the world, after the first opened in Shibuya, Tokyo, last year
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In January, this ultra-collector’s piece will be joined by five equally desirable versions, featuring contrasting colours (blue, mocha, white...) or a monochrome bias (black). These five alternative colourways incorporate the same materials, as well as a Louis Vuitton label on the tongue. They also sport a new dynamic, contrasting LV signature embroidered on the side.
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NEPTUNE PWANI BEACH RESORT KIWENGWA – ZANZIBAR
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Location : Neptune Pwani Beach Resort & Spa is situated on the north-east coast of Zanzibar, on the Kiwengwa shoreline, and approximately 45 km from the International Airport and Stone Town. All inclusive : Welcome drink upon arrival. The resort offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in buffet style at the main restaurant. Snack Restaurant. With reservation, all our guests can enjoy 3 à la carte restaurants (Indian, Italian & Thai) within the All Inclusive formula. At supplement, the à la carte Gourmet restaurant on the beach.
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Accommodation : Beach resort with 170 African styled rooms, set in typical bungalows with maximum 6 rooms per unit. Besides large Deluxe Garden Rooms with partial ocean view, there are Deluxe Sea Side Rooms and beautiful Master Suites. The rooms are ca. 55 m² and have a big balcony. The Master Suites are individual beach villas of ca. 100 m². They have ocean view, a separate bed- and sitting-room, individual jacuzzi in the large bathroom. Free Wifi. Facilities in the rooms are : • Walking shower • Hairdryer • Satellite TV • Coffee and tea making facilities • Mini fridge • Mini-safe • Wifi • Mosquito net • Shaver plug point • Electricity 220V
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Facilities in the resort are : • Free parking • Business center • 24 hour front desk • Souvenir shop • TV in the snack-bar • Aqua-gym • Table tennis, darts, pool-table • Beach volleyball Leisure & Sport-facilities : • 2 fresh water swimming pools, incl. kids-pool • Animation Activities • Kayak • Fitness (new)
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Facilities at cost : • Earth & Rain Spa • Laundry Service • Water-sport center • Babysitting • Doctor service on call • Diving • Tours
Restaurants & bars : The main restaurant with smoking and nonsmoking dining areas, serves breakfast (7:00 am till 9:30 am), lunch (12:30 pm till 2:30 pm) and dinner (7 pm till 9:30 pm) in buffet style. You’ll find international and national dishes and our chefs prepare some dishes while show-cooking. Theme nights are organised on a regular base. The à la carte Italian restaurant, à la carte Indian restaurant and the à la carte Thai restaurant are open from 8 pm till 9:30 pm and included in the all-inclusive formula (dinner only and reservation needed). The à la carte gourmet restaurants is at extra cost. The bars are serving Cocktails, House Wines, Local Beers, Soft Drinks, Juices, Water, Tea & Coffee and Snacks during assigned times. Coconut Stall on the beach. Earth & Rain Spa : At Earth & Rain Spa we draw on Earth’s essential elements to create sanctuaries, a place where your sense of balance will be nurtured and rediscovered. We are reinventing wellness by creating a holistic Spa experience that includes luxurious head to toe treatments, regenerating baths, using the award winning African natural line of Healing Earth Spa products and much more. Facilities : Sauna and Oasis Pool, Packages for refreshing the mind, body and soul, massages, scrubs, rituals, facials, beauty & hair treatments.
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SEA CLIFF RESORT & SPA ZANZIBAR The makuti roofs and glowing Arabic towers of the luxurious Sea Cliff Resort and Spa, on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean, forms an exotic backdrop for travellers looking forward to escaping to the tropical beauty of East Africa. Nestling on the NorthernWest coast of Zanzibar, just twenty-five minutes from the historical magic of Stone Town, visitors to the Sea Cliff are known to start relaxing as soon as they land in this lap of luxury. The natural colour scheme of cream and gold is complimented by antique furniture that reflects the ancient history of the island.
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Sea Cliff Resort and Spa offers tranquillity, peace and beauty, with accommodation lush tropical scented gardens, sparkling infinity pools, a variety of cuisine and attentive and helpful staff. The lounges, restaurant, bars and recreation area offers panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Think breakfast overlooking the ocean, dinner under the stars and sundowners on the jetty or on your own private balcony. With a variety of activities and excursions your days are guaranteed to be filled with sun, sea and an appreciation for the rich history of Zanzibar. Zanzibar is a unique destination, filled with history and character, beautiful beaches, exquisite views, colours, a variety of experiences and wonderful people. We look forward to welcoming you to this exotic island. Karibu Sana
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ACCOMODATIONS GARDEN ROOMS Ideal for families or couples, the resort has 24 rooms which open out to the hotels’ lush tropical gardens. All rooms are equipped with elegant furnishings, shower. SUPERIOR ROOMS The hotel offers eighty superior rooms which are suitably attired for the discerning. Every room have refreshing ocean views from the bedroom and balcony. DELUXE ROOMS Visitors who really want to spoil themselves, can choose one of our sixteen deluxe rooms. All rooms are spacious, elegantly furnished and equipped with the finest of linen.
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IDEAL FOR FAMILIES OR COUPLES, THE RESORT SEACLIFF HAS THE ONLY GOLF COURSE ON THE ISLAND OF ZANZIBAR
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GOLF COURSE Ideal for families or couples, the resort Seacliff has the only golf course on the island of Zanzibar. Golfers will enjoy our 9-hole Matkovitch course with its club house, under-cover driving range and practice greens, while enjoying the natural features of the island. To top it all, two of the last holes are played along the Indian Ocean. The course has been designed with variation in distance and direction on the front and back 9 to create an experience of playing full 18 holes. The course has a par 71, which includes short and long par 4’s and a couple of drivable options.
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ZURI RITUALS SPA At Sea Cliff Resort and Spa we understand the demands of modern-day life and therefore we believe a holiday should offer more than fun, but also finding peace and tranquility and restoring your energy. Zuri Rituals spa has five treatment
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DINING Our restaurants offer a variety of meals in luxury surroundings. Choose from the Mangapwani for a local or international buffet or the Karibu or Starehe Lounge for light meals. The Kobe Bar offers casual dining, the Zanzi-Bar a more formal evening and the Jetty Bar sundowners and cocktails.
HORSE RIDING Sea Cliff has a professionally managed stable yard with a qualified teaching and riding instructor. Riders of all levels are welcome to experience the opportunity of spectacular sunset beach rides as well as a beautiful scenic trail around and over
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The development of 3408 Belva began in December 2020, a green project by Belva Homes, with a clear vision to incorporate luxury city living whilst maintaining an eco-friendly philosophy. The team identified a need in the real estate market to incorporate busy city life living in conjunction with breathtaking surroundings of nature and a peaceful ambience. 3408 Belva saves on energy whilst running at an optimal level, providing clients value for their money. From both an interior and exterior design point of view, Belva Homes provides luxury living at its finest, whilst incorporating the beauty of the project’s natural surroundings. Its mission is to provide its clients with high-quality and
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THIS MADE IT A CLEAR WINNER OF LUXURY LIFESTYLE AWARDS IN THE CATEGORY OF BEST LUXURY HIGH RISE LIVING IN KENYA FOR THEIR PROJECT ‘3408 BELVA.’
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immersive designs as well as to preserve the beauty of the city around it. By ensuring that their projects meet the requirements of their clients, Belva Homes’ project 3408 Belva adheres to each client’s needs. The luxury apartments boast unique and different apartment suites, each with a beautiful view of the natural aesthetics. Occupants have an option to choose between five-bedroom simplex, five-bedroom duplex and three-bedroom units. The building is designed to be eco-friendly and ecologically receptive which allows for the main spaces of the building to face north and east with minimized openings to face west to reduce solar gain whilst allowing natural light through to the suites.
This is achieved by large, glazed windows on each balcony. Furthermore, clean energy is provided on the building’s exterior as photovoltaic cladding panels act as a pavilion for the penthouse levels. This made it a clear winner of Luxury Lifestyle Awards in the category of Best Luxury High Rise Living in Kenya for their project ‘3408 Belva.’ This project clearly shows the vision that Belva Homes possesses, which is to deliver both interior and exterior design at a luxury and eco-friendly level. Belva Homes attends to the needs of its clients and ensures that they deliver world-class designs and innovative ideas in conjunction with its expert team.
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The biophilic design strategy is clear at 3408 Belva as the interior is encompassed by green walls and there are water features in public spaces. An accumulation of natural textures and tones, a soothing atmosphere is present which allows for the occupants to be connected to nature as well as creating a healthy environment psychologically. Plant life in and around the building allows for natural air filtration and excellent indoor air quality. Residents can access all amenities within the building and straight through to the immediate neighborhood, which in turn reduces both the development and
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neighborhood’s need to travel and rely on fossil fuels. By working closely with its clients, Belva Homes can create not only unique and aesthetically pleasing projects, but they are aware of the need to preserve both the interior and exterior spaces for their occupants by keeping their projects as ecofriendly as possible. Clients will no longer have to dream about living in peace in the big city, Belva Homes has made it a reality. For more information, https://3408belva.com/
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MOËT & CHANDON’S ‘SPIRIT OF 1743’ GRACES THE GOLDEN SKIES OF THE CITY OF GOLD FOR THE FIRST TIME
“In our endeavour to triumph every day, how often do we overlook the little things in favour of the big ones? If the last couple of years have taught us anything, it’s to appreciate the here and now and what’s right in front of us,” says David White, General Manager of Moët & Chandon South Africa. Come the end of the day…that’s the sky. The earth’s daily swansong is a dazzling affair, a moment of awe when the horizon is ablaze with gold, a moment when we all breathe a collective sigh of relief.
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Now imagine amplifying that moment and etching it into the memory bank by celebrating the sun and its golden glow from the vantage of a hot air balloon. Since its maiden voyage in 1990, the ‘Spirit of 1743’s journey around the globe has been nothing short of awe-inspiring, traversing the skies of the world’s great capitals and iconic landmarks including the Great Wall of China, the Statue of Liberty and the Eiffel Tower. The cork-shaped hot air balloon, which has visited 21 countries in its lifetime including Japan, Australia and the USA, arrived in Johannesburg for the first time to launch the Moët & Chandon Golden Glow experience. This iconic emblem of the House offered an ideal perspective from which to view one of
Imagine amplifying that moment and etching it into the memory bank by celebrating the sun and its
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As the sun began its final descent towards the horizon, friends of Moët & Chandon gathered on Inanda Polo Club’s manicured fields, to toast to this iconic first flight.
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the City of Gold’s most overlooked occasions - the magnificent golden glow at the end of the day, and the skies of Johannesburg did not disappoint. Yesterday, as the sun began its final descent towards the horizon, friends of Moët & Chandon gathered on Inanda Polo Club’s manicured fields, to toast to this iconic first flight set against a luminous golden sky. Celebrities including Boity Thulo, Zoe Msutwana and Zulu Mkhathini arrived in Range Rovers and were invited to charge
The ‘Spirit of 1743’ is an ambassador of Moët & Chandon’s heritage - its journey set to continue for centuries to come. In the golden glow of South Africa’s City of Gold it successfully elevated the hours of dusk to possibly the most defining moment of the day, a truly fitting prelude to the effervescence of the night. #TOASTWITHMOET
The ‘Spirit of 1743’ is an ambassador of Moët & Chandon’s heritage - its journey set to continue for centuries to come.
their glasses and board the ‘Spirit of 1743’ as dusk fell over their city – an experience they all agreed will never be forgotten. They join a cast of a select few worldwide who have had the opportunity to travel in the balloon. Moët & Chandon Business Development Director Charles de Pontevès led a moment of collective celebration when Joburg’s celebrities raised their glasses at 17:43, in recognition of the founding year of the House and of the importance of acknowledging the golden hour that marks the closing of a day. Moët & Chandon has the ability to take life beyond the ordinary, in this instance offering all those in attendance a moment for pause, reflection and spontaneous pleasure - one best celebrated with the magic of champagne.
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ABOUT MOËT & CHANDON Founded in 1743, Moët & Chandon is the Maison that contributed to introducing champagne to the world by offering a range of unique wines for every occasion. From the iconic Moët Impérial to the Grand Vintage Collection, from the extroverted Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial to the innovative Moët & Chandon Ice Impérial, each champagne dazzles and delights with bright fruitiness, an enticing palate and elegant maturity. Since its founding, Moët & Chandon has been a champagne of choice to celebrate historical moments or private moments of great personal importance. For each of life’s memorable moments, Moët & Chandon has a style of champagne that marks the moment in a very unique way.
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LUXURY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT THAT SHAPES NEW LIFESTYLES IN SRI LANKA CEYLON INVESTMENT GROUP (PVT) LTD
Sri Lanka is a dream destination for tourists looking for an island experience with wonderful beaches, spectacular surfing opportunities, and rousing hospitality. In recent years, this piece of paradise in the middle of the Indian Ocean has gained fame as one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the world. This success is the result not only of the natural charms of the place but also of a developed real estate market that allows visitors and residents to find their perfect accommodation. And if you are interested in finding the property of your dreams, Ceylon Investment Group (Pvt) Ltd (ceylonrealestate.com), this year’s winner of Luxury Lifestyle Awards in the category of Best Luxury Real Estate Agency in Sri Lanka, will be your reliable guide and assistant.
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SRI LANKA IS A DREAM DESTINATION FOR TOURISTS LOOKING FOR AN ISLAND EXPERIENCE WITH WONDERFUL BEACHES, SPECTACULAR SURFING OPPORTUNITIES, AND ROUSING HOSPITALITY.
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TODAY CIG HELPS
CLIENTS FROM DIFFERENT PARTS OF THE WORLD FIND THEIR DREAM ACCOMMODATION IN THE MOST BEAUTIFUL AND SCENIC LOCATIONS OF SRI LANKA.
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Ceylon Investment Group (Pvt) Ltd started sellers, tenants, and landlords, studying their its work in 2005 and has quickly gained dreams and hopes in order to offer solutions the trust of Sri Lankans and visitors to the that will meet their highest expectations. island. This real estate advisory company is Most of the deals in the company’s portfolio committed to its professional responsibility have exceeded their clients’ expectations to each and every client and exemplified flawless throughout its operations. performance and perfect This approach has enabled it results. to maintain its longstanding leadership position among Ceylon Investment Group (Pvt) MOST OF THE the best real estate agencies in Ltd specialists combine meeting DEALS IN THE the region. high standards of clients’ needs COMPANY’S with the established rules and PORTFOLIO With offices in the laws in the field of real estate. HAVE historic Galle Fort, Ceylon The company’s successful EXCEEDED Investment Group (CIG) and efficient operations have THEIR CLIENTS’ specializes in selling, leasing, benefited the real estate market EXPECTATIONS and marketing luxury and the tourism industry AND vacation villas and bungalows, in Sri Lanka. As a pioneer EXEMPLIFIED as well as land suitable for in the buying and selling of FLAWLESS developing such properties. high-end villas as well as PERFORMANCE The company assists with other types of residential and AND PERFECT real estate transactions commercial luxury properties, RESULTS. primarily in and around the CIG has set new standards of southern coast of the island professionalism and quality of and in the lush mountains of Sri Lanka. service. The company has been recognized CIG also has proven its competence in with international travel and real estate real estate maintenance, leasing, property industry awards, and its recent win at Luxury management (including residencies, villas, Lifestyle Awards adds to the list. and commercial properties) and valuation studies. Today CIG helps clients from different parts of the world find their dream Years of experience in the luxury real accommodation in the most beautiful and estate market enables the team at Ceylon scenic locations of Sri Lanka. The company Investment Group (Pvt) Ltd to ensure that works tirelessly to develop and expand its all clients are treated with the utmost care and expertise in order to provide guests and the highest level of service. CIG specialists residents with even more services at a higher carefully listen to the wishes of buyers, level.
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LUXURY PROPERTY MARKET IN DUBAI SHAPING
REAL CHOICE REAL ESTATE BROKERS LLC
Observing the burgeoning architectural landscape and the rich real estate market in Dubai, it’s hard to imagine that not long ago, much of it was a desert. It is harder to imagine that even at this stage, real estate agents who believed in the future of the city were helping investors find promising projects and acquire buildings that existed in the form of designs and brochures. One of these pioneers was Real Choice Real Estate, a high-class boutique brokerage that to this day retains its status as one of the leaders in the Dubai real estate market. A testament to its success is its extensive list of deals, grateful testimonials from happy clients, and recent recognition as a winner of the Luxury Lifestyle Awards in the category of Best Luxury Real Estate Brokerage in Dubai, UAE.
A TESTAMENT TO ITS SUCCESS IS ITS EXTENSIVE LIST OF DEALS, GRATEFUL TESTIMONIALS FROM HAPPY CLIENTS, AND RECENT RECOGNITION AS A WINNER OF THE LUXURY LIFESTYLE AWARDS Real Choice Real Estate was established in 2007, and since then, the company has been one of the most active and influential players in the Dubai real estate market. This brokerage has not only grown with the city but has contributed to making it what we know it is today – one of the world’s most attractive cities for investment. The company is run by Managing Director Hind Jouini, a strong professional with LUXURYXCLUSIVE [ 121 ]
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ESTABLISHED IN 2007, AND SINCE THEN, THE COMPANY HAS BEEN ONE OF THE MOST ACTIVE AND INFLUENTIAL PLAYERS
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extensive experience in the real estate industry. Her acquaintance with Dubai began in 2001 when she came to the United Arab Emirates from her native country Tunisia. During her time in the UAE, she not only gained invaluable professional experience but also got to know the real estate market in detail. Having had the opportunity to witness the spectacular transformation of Dubai and believing in the vision of the Ruler of Dubai, Ms. Hind started her own business and headed Real Choice Real Estate, a team of professionals who share her passion and commitment. A Certified RERA Agent since 2008, a highly skilled negotiator, talented researcher, and quantitative market analyst, Hind Jouini is an inspiring role model for the team and a trusted assistant for the clients. Today, Real Choice Real Estate is a top-producing company that offers sales and rentals of luxury properties in the most exclusive areas of Dubai. The brokerage’s portfolio includes apartments, villas, offices, retail spaces, plots, among which are both finished and off-plan properties. The company has
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close ties with reliable developers, which allows its professionals to constantly monitor the projects under construction and inform clients about the progress of the works. Thus, Real Choice provides comprehensive support to clients until the property is fully handed over to their use. The company not only takes responsibility for the financial and legal aspects of the transaction but also establishes trust and builds strong relationships with clients, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction.
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SWITZERLAND’S AWARD WINNING
LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTEL THE HOTEL HIMMELRICH
BOUTIQUE HOTEL HIMMELRICH IS
MAGNIFICENTLY LOCATED ON THE FAMOUS SLOPES OF MOUNT
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Is there anything more heavenly than being in the midst of mountain and lakeside splendour? Better yet, in one of the most famously beautiful countries in the world - Switzerland!? Switzerland boasts not only the highest mountain peaks in Europe, but it also has over 7000 lakes, making it the superlative choice for travelers seeking out the extraordinary. Swiss travel is synonymous with luxury, exclusivity and prestige, and all for good reason. Purveyors of luxury experiences around the world, the Luxury Lifestyle Awards have recognized the Hotel Himmelrich for being the Best Luxury Boutique Hotel in Switzerland, 2021 - giving discerning guests a stamp of approval and distinction for future travel consideration. See what’s earned them this prestigious award: Boutique Hotel Himmelrich is magnificently located on the famous slopes of Mount Pilatus massif (also known as Dragon Mountain, as medieval folklore has it), overlooking the historical and pristine town of Lucerne. The luxury boutique hotel also looks over onto the entire Lake Lucerne, which is an unforgettable sight. The lake is the fourth largest in Switzerland, and is uncharacteristic because of its unusual shape. It has many bends and turns and its shores are bordered by steep mountains, which is a visual masterpiece. Guests of Boutique Hotel Himmelrich marvel at the sheer natural wonderland they are surrounded by, forming the perfect backdrop to an epic, luxurious Swiss escape.
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DINE IN THE MOST
ELEGANT OF SETTINGS, FIT FOR ROYALTY.
EXPECT TO SAVOUR FINELY PREPARED DISHES LIKE SWISS SALMON GRAVLAX WITH SPANISH GALICIAN OCTOPUS..
This small hotel offers a selection of 29 exquisitely appointed rooms and suits. No expense has been spared in creating luxury spaces for their guests to lavish in. Modern, clean lines, glamour and sophistication is what one can expect from Hotel Himmelrich. Nuances of Swiss tradition blend flawlessly with luxurious charm, making this special place comforting and ultimately desirable. Of course, no luxury boutique hotel would be complete without a beautiful restaurant to dine in. Aptly named, ‘Heaven Restaurant’ serves up a delightful breakfast, lunch and dinner menu headed up by acclaimed Chef Gianny Banuta. Dine in the most elegant of settings, fit for royalty. Expect to savour finely prepared dishes like Swiss Salmon Gravlax with Spanish Galician Octopus, Tortellini with gorgonzola and pears, and Peach with praline mousse with peach jam and vanilla ice cream. A decadent gourmet experience that is a must on the foodie bucket-list!
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Catering for special occasions, Boutique Hotel Himmelrich features a superb terrace, opening up a magical area to create memorable events. The space is covered with a pergola for all-weather conditions, or an open sun to take advantage of warmer weather. Immaculately outfitted with ambient lighting, natural plants, neutral shades and plush furnishings are expertly woven together revealing an amazing atmosphere. While staying in the lap of lavish luxury at Boutique Hotel Himmelrich, here are some of the top things to do in Lucerne: • In summer a special loop, the Goldene Rundfahrt (Golden Tour) has been devised, in which you depart Lucerne by paddle steamer. • Take a ride on the world’s steepest railway. After being awestruck by the scenery, then catch the “Dragon Ride” aerial cableway, ended off by a gondola cableway back down the mountain. • Explore the Old Town of Lucerne. • Book a Lunch-Time cruise on Lake Lucerne. • Visit Chapel Bridge - the world’s oldest surviving truss bridge, and Lucerne’s iconic emblem. • Go and see the Lion Monument, which is a dying lion carved into a former sandstone quarry. • Explore the Glacier Garden, which is a collection of potholes dating back to
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the ice age. This is a fascinating natural attraction. Visit the breathtaking sight of Musegg Wall, as there are nine tall towers in a row all divided by a length of the of the city wall. These were the city’s defence walls raised at the end of the 14th century and used to defend the old town. A trip to Hofkirche, Lucerne’s medieval Romanesque basilica was burnt down during the Thirty Years’ War in the 17th century. While the war was still raging in the 1630’s, the city built its new church, one of only a few to be built. The Richard Wagner Museum. After being sent out of Munich because of his illustrious affairs, Richard Wagner lived here for 6 years. View interesting historic items such as the Erard piano on which he composed his masterpieces, musical manuscripts, photographs, furniture and paintings.
The exceptional experience and luxe hospitality of Boutique Hotel Himmelrich is attracting people from all over the world. This is the place where dreams are made and remembered forever. To inquire further or book your perfect stay, please visit them on their website https:// www.hotel-himmelrich.ch/.
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IMMACULATELY OUTFITTED WITH AMBIENT LIGHTING, NATURAL PLANTS, NEUTRAL SHADES AND PLUSH FURNISHINGS ARE EXPERTLY WOVEN TOGETHER
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AFRICA GALA DINNER
DATE: 25TH MAY 2023 AT
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AWARDS NOMINATIONS Africa Luxury Hotel
Africa Luxury F&B
Africa Eco Luxury Brand
Africa Luxury Aviation
Africa Luxury Fashion Brand
Africa Luxury Sustainability
Africa Luxury Travel Company
Africa Luxury Architecture Company
Africa Luxury Real Estate Development
Africa Luxury Culture
Africa Luxury Vehicle
Africa National Brand
Africa Luxury Yachting
Africa Luxury Jewelry Brand
Africa Luxury Bank
Africa Humanitarian Award
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