Why Zanzibar Should Be Your Next Vacation

A large and lavish resort experience does wonders for the mind, but it doesn’t do much for the soul. Fancy poolside cabanas are a dime a dozen. But if your craving luxury — but aren’t keen on the manufactured resort atmosphere — Zanzibar has what you need. 

Zanzibar hosts a number of boutique hotels that can balance a customer’s need for decadence while balancing the desire for a distinctive experience. You can lounge in a private thatched roof cottage next to the beach, while enjoying WiFi and room service. Or you can choose an air-conditioned balcony room with a private infinity pool. Far away from the crowds, you can have a personalized luxury experience in Zanzibar.

Zanzibar is also known as the Spice Island because of its integral role in the world’s 1800’s spice trade. The fertile soil and location on trade routes made Zanzibar prime real-estate for spice growing. Even today, vacationers can still visit spice plantations and pick spices straight from trees and shrubs. When it comes to spices, Zanzibar’s locals use them for more than cooking.

Spices are a way of life for Zanzibar’s people, and they’re used in medicine, cultural celebrations, and even as cosmetics. If your curious about spices and want to experience a bit of history, a spice tour of Zanzibar is a can’t-miss. 

For vacationers looking for a chilled-out warm beach holiday, Zanzibar does not disappoint. With long stretches of white sand beaches and turquoise water, Zanzibar offers endless beach fronts for rest and relaxation. Michamvi Beach, for example, is a remote  coral lagoon with gentle water and soft, white sand. Perfect for peaceful strolls or a sunbathing.

Zanzibar’s ocean fronts are a far cry from crowded and bustling beach destinations. If you’re looking for secluded paradise-like beaches, you’ll find many to choose from in Zanzibar. 

Because Zanzibar is an archipelago made up of many small islands, vacationers get a world class underwater experience. The waters are warm and tranquil, teeming with wildlife and spectacular sights. Zanzibar was once a vital stop for ships in the world’s spice trade, which resulted in underwater shipwrecks that now serve as a rich coral environment for ocean animals.

These multi-colored coral reefs and clean, clear sun-illuminated make for memorable snorkel and scuba dives. Whether you're looking for a shallow or deep dive site, Zanzibar can provide you with underwater experiences you’ll remember for decades. 

Zanzibar is a luxurious low-key beach vacation that’s perfect for people who want to get away from it all — without getting too far from civilization. If you’re wary of tourist-filled beach destinations with sunscreen-polluted waters, you’ll want to put Zanzibar on your list.