With its stunning beaches, turquoise waters and a rich blend of African, Arab and European heritage, Zanzibar has become one of the Indian Ocean's fastest-growing travel destinations. Long known as a ...

When it comes to exotic island getaways, many Black travelers enjoy a quick jaunt to the Caribbean. But across the globe on the continent, lies an island that should not (and can not) be missed.

Jambo, everyone!I'm Yukari, and lately, as Zanzibar is heading toward summer and getting hotter, I've been thinking about ...

If you thought all there was to the continent of Africa was the poor and downtrodden clips you've seen on the news or in movies, you couldn't be more wrong. From Morocco to South Africa, Mama Africa ...

Often referred to as the “Spice Islands”, the archipelago of Zanzibar is made up of a necklace of islands that bead their way down the shore of East Africa, off the coast of Tanzania. There’s the main ...

The van turns off the main road and speeds down a dirt path shrouded in vegetation. “That’s where we are going! Hakuna Matata Spice Farm!” shouts my tour guide Aben Rehan, gripping the wheel and ...

Everything you need to know about planning a trip to the Serengeti and Zanzibar. If you’ve been dreaming of going on a wildlife safari, Tanzania should be high on your travel bucket list. The East ...

I have traveled to more than 40 countries in the past 17 years, both for pleasure and for book research. I’ve visited some of Europe’s, Asia’s, and Africa’s liveliest cafés, but I have never ...

Beyond trading them, Zanzibar in Tanzania cultivated an entire identity around spices. Spice farms on the island are a sensory storm – in a good way – with cloves, vanilla, and nutmeg. In fact, in ...

World Travel Awards (WTA) has announced that Zanzibar will host its Africa Gala Ceremony 2026. The VIP reception on 28 August 2026 will take place at the luxury Diamonds Bijoux, and bring together ...