Zanzibar
Zanzibar is an archipelago of historic Indian Ocean islands, awash with atmosphere, intrigue, and idyllic beach experiences. There is masses of choice for accommodation, with rates across the spectrum, and plenty to see, do and discover. As the birthplace of the Swahili, site of Sultans' Palaces and renowned for its spice plantations, the little island republic of Zanzibar features larger than life on the world map.
Staying in Zanzibar; Planning Your TripMost visitors to Zanzibar head out to enjoy one or more of its glorious beaches; but it is worth spending at least one night, at the beginning or end of your stay, in the historic island capital of Stone Town. This ancient centre dates back to its time at the heart of the Indian Ocean gold trade from the Arabian coast.Today, Stone Town is increasingly becoming a tourist centre, with plenty of markets threading through the ancient stone streets, and diving and sailing dhow boat trips organised from here. The various different coastlines have some great beaches, with the best being on the north and east coast. Zanzibar's many satellite islands really do provide ultimate beach hideaways. 
The capital of Zanzibar, Stone Town, is a fascinating mix of culture, an extraordinary place to explore. The ancient maze of narrow streets is a hotchpotch of historic old stone buildings shaded by elegantly carved balconies, loggias and verandas that cling precipitously overhead.
With miles of palm-fringed shores, powder soft coral sands and gin-clear seas, Zanzibar lives up to the Indian Ocean island idyll. The atmosphere is compounded by a colourful Swahili culture where traditional wooden dhows sail beneath billowing lanteen sails on each far horizon. A great location for exploring, diving and snorkelling and with a wide range of accommodation options to suit all budgets
There are several small islands off the coast of Zanzibar, which offer an even more exclusive experience than the main island. Some of these islands can be stayed on and others are visited only as a day trip from Zanzibar. Zanzibar's most famous island is Mnemba which is simply mind-blowing
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