PRIVATELY PERFECTLY PEMBA

For much of its history, Pemba has been overshadowed by Zanzibar, its larger, more visible and more politically powerful neighbour to the south. Although the islands are separated by only about 50km of water, relatively few tourists make their way across the channel for a visit. Those who do, however, are seldom disappointed.

Unlike flat, sandy Zanzibar, Pemba’s terrain is hilly, fertile and lushly vegetated. In the days of the Arab traders it was even referred to as ‘al Khuthera’ or ‘the Green Island’. Throughout much of the period when the sultans of Zanzibar held sway over the East African coast, it was Pemba, with its extensive clove plantations and agricultural base, that provided the economic foundation for the archipelago’s dominance.

Pemba has also been long renowned for its voodoo and traditional healers, and people come from throughout East Africa seeking cures or to learn the skills of the trade.

Much of the island’s coast is lined with mangroves and tidal creeks and lagoons, and Pemba is not a beach destination. However, there are a few good stretches of sand and some idyllic offshore islets. In the surrounding waters, coral reefs, the steeply dropping walls of the Pemba channel and an abundance of fish offer some rewarding diving.

The tourism industry on Pemba is small and low-key, and infrastructure is for the most part fairly basic, although this is slowly but steadily changing, with an ever-increasing number of upmarket hotels and more development on the way. It will be a while, however, before tourism here reaches the proportions it’s taken on Zanzibar. Much of Pemba is relatively ‘undiscovered’ and you’ll still have things more or less to yourself, which is a big part of the island’s charm. The main requirement for travelling around independently is time, as there’s little regular transport off the main routes.

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Wedding Locations around the World

There are few spots on this planet as inspiring as our beaches. The never-ending ebb and flow of the water, the seashells tucked into the sand, the sun rays dancing on the water, and the horizon that seems to go on forever – it’s absolutely intoxicating and romantic.

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Benguerra Lodge Holiday Packages

Mozambique Holiday Destinations

At Wildlife Africa, we offer a range of Mozambique Island Lodges and holiday destinations. This African gem has a coastline regarded as a diving, deep sea fishing and snorkeling paradise. The  Bazaruto Archipelago is a small group of islands situated approximately 40 kilometers off the Mozambique coast. The diverse ecosystem contained in the archipelago cater for a wide range of interests. The white beaches and protected reefs surrounding the islands make Mozambique a superb African Holiday destination.

Further to the North and extending up to the Tanzania border, the Islands of the Quirimbas Archipelago are the ultimate romantic Island Getaway ideal for Honeymooners and diving enthusiasts.

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Love at First Sight

Beach wedding setup

This Oahu beach wedding in the park on the east coast of Oahu has yellow plumeria with light pink plumerias also known as frangipanis
bright pink start Gazers with a few white tiger lilies create the definition of the aisle way with an elegant bright Hawaiian touch
this was Melissa and joey wedidng setup that took place in Hawaii on Oahu in September 2008 http://www.alohaislandweddings.com/melissa/melissa.htm

The islands of Hawaii stationed in the middle of the Pacific ocean
are thousands of miles away from any large land area this gives the island
some of the most purest air, clear sea waters and of course pristine
tropical white sandy beaches as seen in the photos . These Hawaii
photography is courtesy of Hawaii’s Aloha island wedding photographers
of Lotustar.com.  This page is designed to show you what is possible with
several examples of Hawaii beach ceremonies on the island of Oahu
where couples have created beautiful beach setups. Hawaii beach weddings are
as diverse and as unique as people are. This set up made use of the vibrant
colors of Hawaii’s nature, fire sun monarch silk butterflies ocean blue pastel
sashes and fragrant plumeria flowers that so much radiates the Hawaii’s beauty.
Examples of tropical island weddings   are found throughout the site.
With any of the arches you are ultimately the artist letting us know
what you want to create maybe some bird of paradise with a flare of
tiki fire torches with Hawaiian fern vines running up the bamboo or
white fluffy umbrellas with skirted table cloths , candles with
hurricane lamps and lots of tropical Hawaiian flowers give any beach
wedding a  full body tropical feel & all this may easily be added .
Flower circles and sand ceremonies are unique additions to a
Hawaiian wedding  the flower circles may be  shaped as a hearts ,
star and circle and the sand may have different
colors to reflect the wedding theme.
Aloha Island Weddings recommends to have your beach wedding
during the weekday so you will be able to have more of a private secluded
beach location, without the onlookers or local  beach goers in the background.

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One & Only Reethi Rah – Maldives

The Holiday Factory is a luxury tour operator representing Kerzner International’s One&Only Resorts around the world together with Atlantis, The Palm Dubai and Atlantis, Bahamas.

As one of only two preferred travel partners in South Africa, The Holiday Factory is proud to introduce you to this luxury portfolio of resorts in the most exotic destinations in the world.

The team at The Holiday Factory have a long association with Kerzner International and over the years have created many thousands of unique holiday experiences for the South African traveler. The company’s directors – Jackie and Adrian were responsible for bringing Le Galawa in the Comoros to the South African market – a destination which enjoyed more than 10000 South African visitors per year. In addition they introduced and marketed One&Only Le Saint Geran, Reethi Rah and Ocean Club as well as Atlantis, Dubai and Bahamas to the South African market.

Jackie Turnbull was the recipient of a Global Award for outstanding leadership and performance from Kerzner together with Adrian Hollis who achieved recognition in the form of a Global Award for outstanding performance.

The directors at The Holiday Factory have over 50 years of combined travel experience, working to deliver the most exciting new resort developments to the South African market, from the launch of Royal Livingstone to the opening of Atlantis in the Bahamas.

Jackie is very privileged to be one of a few South Africans, to have visited and experienced , first hand, all the One&Only Resorts worldwide as well as Atlantis, Dubai and Bahamas.

The Holiday Factory is based in Morningside, Sandton and our experienced team are ready to provide you with a tailor-made itinerary for your next vacation.

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One & Only Le St Geran Mauritius

InterContinental Mauritius

A contemporary, chic new resort located on one of the most stunning parts of the island only 15 minutes from vibrant Grand Baie and Port Louie– a pristine stretch of beach looking out over the Bay Of Balaclava, just north of the capital, Port Louis.  The resort features beautiful rooms and suites, unforgettable views and a wonderful variety of restaurants and bars dotted about the resort.

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The Knot

St. Lucia
Caribbean

Scenic peaks and lush vegetation are just a few things that make this southern Caribbean island so idyllic. St. Lucia’s symbols are the jagged Piton peaks, rugged mountains that climb from the sea to lofty heights. Located on the island’s southwest coast, the verdant slopes of Gros Piton and Petit Piton are among the Caribbean’s most recognizable landmarks.

Before You Go: Need-to-know info
Entry requirements: Passport, return ticket
Language: English
Currency: Eastern Caribbean (EC) dollar, U.S. dollars
Flight time: 7 hours from NYC, 12 hours from LA, 10 hours from Chicago, 6 hours from Dallas
Getting around: Bus, rental car (drive on the left!), ferry, taxi
When To Go: St. Lucia at its best
Best weather: St. Lucia’s climate is mild, with almost constant northeast trade winds. The mean temperature is 79 degrees Fahrenheit. Rainy season runs from June to November.
Best prices: Mid-April to mid-December; exact dates vary by hotel. Hurricane season swirls from June to November (September is trickiest).
Festival highlights: The four-day St. Lucia Jazz Festival is held in May; Carnival is celebrated in extravagant style the third Monday and Tuesday in July
What To Do
Stroll through a rainforest: You’ll need a guide to enter the restricted rainforest region, so sign up for a tour to walk through the dense foliage and swim in a tropical waterfall. If you’re lucky, you may see the rare St. Lucian parrot.

Tour a volcano: Volcano: Walk to the edge of the Sulphur Springs volcano, which last erupted two centuries ago. Lounge in the nearby mineral baths, built among ruins of the first baths commissioned by French King Louis XIV for use by his troops.

Go snorkeling: Don your fins and enjoy the underwater scenery via lazy drift dives, coral walls (some plunging 200 feet deep!), and a 165-foot freighter sunk near Anse Cochon. Keep your eyes peeled: Barrel sponges, angel fish, sea horses, spotted eels, stingrays, nurse sharks, and sea turtles call the area home. Beach entry is best at Anse Chastanet, a hotel on the southwest coast.

Go shopping: Castries, on the island’s north side, is St. Lucia’s capital and offers a lively Saturday market, where vendors sell everything from fruits and local spices to crafts. Choiseul, on the south side, is home to the Arts and Crafts Development Centre — perfect for finding locally made straw, wood, and clay handcrafts.

Go dancing: Gros Islet, a small island off the northwest shore, is known throughout the Caribbean for its Friday night “jump-up.” Street-side music blares as residents and locals jam to the sounds of reggae, soca, and calypso.

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