Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Ethiopian Quadrants PLC - Ethiopia

Ethiopian Quadrants runs tours for those travellers who want that little bit more – not simply good service but also insights into the culture and customs of the countries they visit.

In addition to running tours on the more popular tourist circuits, such as the Historic Route, Simien Mountain Trekking, the Rift Valley and Bale Mountains, and the Omo Valley, we can organise tours off the beaten track, in the Afar Region, Gambella, the west bank of the Omo, and Beni Shangul Gumuz.

We also provide a variety of specialist tours, in ornithology, flowers and plants, geology, and anthropology, and can set up study tours in the discipline of your choice, from Art to Zoology, linking up with Ethiopian institutions and associations, specialists and experts.

All of our tours can be tailored to meet our clients’ special interests, and are specially planned to make the visitor less of a consumer and more of a participant in Ethiopian life, culture and custom. Ethiopian Quadrants is committed to ensuring that host communities benefit as much as possible from tourism receipts, and to exploring ways whereby benefits can be maximised.

Generally, we believe in corporate responsibility, we support various local development initiatives in different areas of the country, sponsor a football team here in Addis Ababa, and assist a number of children with school fees and other expenses. We can also help with filming in Ethiopia, Tony Hickey the General Manager has worked with more than 80 film crews here and has himself produced and directed documentaries.

PO Box 1021
Code 1250
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia 

Phone: +251 11 5157990 
Fax: +251 554 6644 
Email: ethiopianquadrants@ethionet.et 
Website: http://ethiopianquadrants.com

Monday, May 21, 2012

Essque Zalu Zanzibar - Tanzania

Essque Zalu Zanzibar is a brand new 5 star boutique resort, that opened its doors for business on 15th June 2011 and located on Zanzibar’s spectacular north-eastern coastline, Nungwi. We are the only resort on the island to be part of the prestigious Preferred Boutique™ (Preferred Hotels Group) assuring our guests of 5 star superior quality and consistent service levels.

Nestled in a natural cove on the north east coast, Essque Zalu Zanzibar combines contemporary luxury with a real sense of place. This boutique hotel has the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean to one side and lush green forest to the other, with just a hint of spice in the warm and fragrant tropical air.

Built in the local style to blend into the landscape, the thatched roofs reflect the modern African feel. Our minimalist décor enhances the sense that luxury is no longer just about material wealth, but has more to do with time and choice.

Already a member of the prestigious Preferred Boutique™ Collection group, the hotel has just 40 suites and 9 three and four-bedroom villas, making it easy for staff to offer a bespoke and personalised service to their guests. And forget arduous hotel check-ins; any formalities will be completed at guests’ leisure in the comfort of their own suite or villa. Each suite has a large en-suite master bedroom, a generous lounge and outside terrace or balcony overlooking the gardens, pool or ocean while each villa also has its own private pool and massage room as well as dining facilities where guests can prepare their own meals, or ‘dial a chef’ to create an in-villa gastronomic masterpiece.

There are three distinctive restaurants which include The Market Kitchen which will serve fresh local organic produce, the A La Carte restaurant with superb fine dining, and the more relaxed Jetty, where guests can dine al fresco on the shoreline of the Indian Ocean and enjoy an Middle Eastern menu theme.

Parents who need a little ‘me-time’ will be reassured to know they will be leaving their offspring in a safe, fun and creative environment. Essque has employed kid’s club experts Petit Vip (www.petitvip.com) to train their own co-ordinators and to manage the kids club in VIP style.

A beautiful Spa has its emphasis on spiritual re-alignment and revitalisation and features the signature Kniepp Walk; an alternating flow of warm and cold water which stimulates the circulation and energy flows of the body to great effect.

In line with our commitment to the local community, Essque is delighted to promote local artistic talent at the in-hotel Art Gallery which will include paintings, sculptures, photographs and glassworks from local, regional and international artists. Zanzibar’s based 'unknowns' and 'established' local artists are to be showcased regularly at this art gallery.

What we offer at Essque Zalu Zanzibar, is the opportunity for our respected guests to feel the creativity and inspiration that emanates from all the corners of the hotel and further to enjoy the exhilarating ambience our hotel has to offer. Please look us up on Tripadvisor as well where we are on number 1 position for hotels in Nungwi and also visit www.essquehotels.comfor more information on this boutique gem nestling on the exotic spice island of Zanzibar.

PO Box 3151
Nungwi
Zanzibar
Tanzania 

Phone: +255 778 683 960  
Email: sales@essquehotels.com 
Website: http://www.essquehotels.com




Sunday, May 20, 2012

Encompass Africa - Australia

Our passion is creating holidays that are exactly right for you, the independent-minded, smart and savvy traveller who values unrivalled expertise, trusted advice, first hand on-the-ground knowledge and personal service.
 
We handpick every extraordinary aspect of our journeys. Then we handcraft flexible, imaginative and seamless itineraries and execute them flawlessly. Our experience delivers you insider access through resident experts who reveal the secrets of each destination. Our uncompromising attention to detail and exceptional personalised service is our key ingredient.
 
Aside from expert advice, personal service and great value for money, Encompass Africa offers peace of mind to all travellers.  We are a member of  Australia's Travel Compensation Fund, ATTA (Advancing Tourism to Africa) and a fully licensed Australian based tour operator.
 
We pride ourselves on good business practices and are part of a responsible community of the leading companies in African tourism. We guarantee you 24/7 contact in Australia and whilst travelling with us in Africa. Your safety is at the heart of our business and we love chatting about Africa not matter what the time of day.
 
5 York Street
Nundah
4012
Brisbane
Queensland
Australia
 
Phone: +61 73266 2377 
Fax: +61 73319 8959 
 

Saturday, May 19, 2012

Elewana Afrika - Tanzania

Elewana Afrika is embedded in the history, fabric and community of Africa. Our calling is to enhance and further international understanding of Africa and her people; to create and support sustainable ways of living in harmony with the environment, with wildlife and between communities.

Our focus is on the communities among whom we operate. Through education, increasing awareness of the direct benefits generated by wildlife and ecology, we aim to creat long term sustainability and through this local prosperity.Africa has long been regarded as a the ultimate destination - a cradle of humanity - that offers some of the most rewarding experiences that any discerning world-traveller could wish for.
Each of the camps, lodges and hotels within the Elewana Collection has been carefully selected for their unique accommodations and their iconic locations, providing close access to all the drama and spectacle of African wildlife in exceptional comfort.
From the slopes of Mount Meru to the vast plains of the Serengeti,  the Elewana Collection of Camps, Lodges and Hotels deliver an experience that results in lifelong memories and a ever-lasting love for Africa.
Dreamlike tree-houses, a superlative manor house, a luxurious tented camp, and beach-side hotels kissed by the warm waters of the sparkling Indian Ocean, The Elewana Collection delivers the ultimate African experience.
Elewana own small luxury camps, lodges and hotels in Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti, with beach properties in Zanzibar and Kenya:

99 Serengeti Road
Sopa Plaza
PO Box 12814
Arusha
Tanzania 

Phone: +255 (0) 27 250 0630 
Fax: +255 (0) 27 250 8245 
Email: info@elewana.com 
Website: http://www.elewana.com

Thursday, May 17, 2012

Eco Adventures - Kenya

Eco Adventures Ltd. is a Destination Management Company based in Kenya. We specialize in the management and delivery of genuine, quality and affordable travel & hospitality related services within East Africa, for Overseas Tour Operators and Travel Planners alike.

We also provide a unique and specialized travel service for Educational Insitutions in the planning of Field & Research Trips, Humanitarian Organizations with project planning & set-up, Event Planners for Conventions and Meeting services. Eco Adventures expertly packages for you the beauty and diversity of East Africa as You want it, and proudly delivers it with style and reliability! Eco Adventures Ltd. - Your specialist for Exciting, Educational and Ecotourism Experiences in East Africa.

PO Box 73266
3rd Floor
Windsor House
University Way
Nairobi
00200
Kenya 

Phone: +254 (0) 20 222 9651 
Fax: +254 (0) 20 224 2725 
Email: eco-adventures@africa.co.ke 
Website: http://www.safaris-hotels.com