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Storm fells Sierra Leone’s centuries old historic tree, a symbol of freedom

May 25, 20231021 Views

A giant tree that towered over Sierra Leone's capital for centuries and symbolised freedom to its early residents crashed down overnight during a heavy rainstorm. President Julius Maada Bio called the toppling of the famed tree "a great loss to the nation" as crowds gathered to look at the wrecked trunk. The "Cotton Tree" was the most important landmark in the West African country which was founded by freed American slaves. An iconic giant tropical tree fell after a heavy rainstorm in Freetown, Sierra Leone May 24, 2023. Visit Sierra Leone via REUTERS It is said that when they arrived by boat in the late 1700s, they gathered under its branches to offer prayers before moving into their new home. The tree went on to appear on the country's banknotes and be celebrated in child...

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Anantara launches idyllic wellness packages in southeast Mauritius

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May 16, 2023989 Views

Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas launched new personalised wellness packages on the pristine shores of their tropical paradise island. Guests can choose a tailored five- or seven-night package that includes healing treatments, wellbeing classes, organic nutritional fine-dining and nature-based adventures, all curated by the resorts fully trained wellness consultants around individual needs. Already a pioneering wellness retreat, Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas location lends itself to inner wellbeing and relaxation, nestled on the white sand shores of the stunning Indian Ocean Island surrounded by nature, with lush tropical vegetation and a coastal breeze. The wellness journey begins from the moment guests arrive, with a stress-free approach adopted by the r...

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From the Red Sea shores to the Mediterranean, a Palace accommodation

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May 7, 20231137 Views

Fashioned for the world's elite, Four Seasons Egypt welcomes guests to a palatial summer escape Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh is officially welcoming guests to the new luxury suite accommodation, The Palace. A setting for travelers to lavish in sophistication and reside like royalty along the property's sparkling beachfront, The Palace offers the largest signature suite in the city and will be open seasonally from May to October to maximize the Egyptian summer months. This milestone commemorates the completion of the multi-million-dollar expansion which doubled the size of the Four Seasons Sharm El Sheikh property. Detailed to Four Seasons highest standards, The Palace is pointedly fashioned for royalty, celebrities, and the world's elite to enjoy as a fully self-contained san...

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Excavation uncovers 2,000 ancient mummified ram heads in Egypt

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March 26, 2023959 Views

At least 2,000 mummified ram heads dating from the Ptolemaic period and a palatial Old Kingdom structure have been uncovered at the temple of Ramses II in the ancient city of Abydos in southern Egypt, antiquities officials said on Saturday. Mummified ewes, dogs, wild goats, cows, gazelles, and mongooses were found in the temple along with the ram heads, which are thought to be votive offerings indicating continuing reverence for Ramses II at the site about 1,000 years after his death, a statement from the tourism and antiquities ministry said. A mummified ram's head uncovered during excavation work by an American mission from New York University- Institute for the Study of the Ancient World (ISAW) at the temple of Ramesses II in Abydos, Sohag Governorate, Egypt, in this handout imag...

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The Residence Zanzibar, a private sanctuary

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March 16, 2023887 Views

A spice-scented tropical haven wrapped in bespoke hospitality waiting to be discovered Is there anything that can accentuate an African vacation? Yes, a villa-only resort nestled amid sprawling tropical gardens flanked by a mile-long powdery white sand beach can. Nothing better describes The Residence Zanzibar. A perfect setting in the Indian Ocean Listed as a Travellers’ Choice on Tripadvisor in 2022, the 66-key resort located just off the coast of Tanzania showcases Zanzibar’s African, Omani, and European heritage through the elegant design of its luxurious villas. Offering a perfect combination of space and privacy framed by enchanting Zanzibar sunset, the villas have private swimming pools and gardens, beach, or ocean views. A glass-walled pool overlooking the ocean is li...

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Tourism Seychelles dubs India as vital source market

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March 6, 20231016 Views

Spotlights its diverse offerings at SATTE and OTM 2023 Kickstarting the year on a high note, Tourism Seychelles participated in two of India’s largest travel trade shows, OTM and SATTE. With a commitment to strengthening its position in India, Tourism Seychelles showcased its multi-faceted experiences, services, and products at these shows. Amid positive sentiments and healthy projections, the island nation engaged with existing and potential trade partners and media at OTM held in Mumbai, followed by SATTE in Delhi. Aside from Tourism Seychelles’ representative team in India, the delegation included Winnie Elisa and Selma Magnan from the Tourism Seychelles headquarters, and Harshvardhan D. Trivedi from Air Seychelles, along with Silver Pearl, the DMC heavily focused on th...

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Scientists reveal hidden corridor in Great Pyramid of Giza

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March 5, 20231053 Views

A hidden corridor nine metres (30 feet) long has been discovered close to the main entrance of the 4,500-year-old Great Pyramid of Giza, and this could lead to further findings, Egyptian antiquities officials said on Thursday. The discovery within the pyramid, the last of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still standing, was made under the Scan Pyramids project that since 2015 has been using non-invasive technology including infrared thermography, 3D simulations and cosmic-ray imaging to peer inside the structure. An image of a hidden corridor inside the Great Pyramid of Giza that was discovered by researches from the the Scan Pyramids project is displayed during a news conference of the Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Ahmed Eissa in front of the Great Pyramid of G...

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New extra-private pool villas for pure escapism in Mauritius

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February 25, 2023921 Views

With its secluded location on Le Chaland Beach, Anantara Iko Mauritius Resort & Villas offers the perfect base for families and couples to explore the southeast coast of Mauritius while enjoying residential comforts and elevated privacy of the newly launched two- and four-bedroom villas. Eight luxury pool villas – two with two bedrooms and six with four bedrooms – are meticulously designed to keep the curious eye out, with lush vegetation ensconcing a swimming pool, a grassy lawn and a shaded deck for languorous lunches bursting with fresh Creole flavours. A private walkway adds to the atmosphere of privacy and exclusivity. The 208-sqm Two-Bedroom Pool Villas are perfect for couples in search of romance and young families looking for direct water access at all times of the d...

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Enjoy the South of Tunisia on horseback

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February 21, 2023839 Views

Anantara Sahara Tozeur Resort & Villas launches a scenic equestrian raid in the Sahara A luxurious gateway to the majesty of the Sahara, Anantara Sahara Tozeur Resort & Villas is building upon its spirit of adventure with the launch of the inaugural Anantara Equestrian Raid inviting guests to explore the Tunisian south on horseback. Taking place from 23 to 26 February 2023, the experience will expose adventurers to otherworldly desert landscapes as they traverse the vast expanse of rolling dunes near Chott el Djerid – the largest sea flat in the Sahara. Accessible to both experienced riders and non-riders who can follow the extraordinary adventure in a 4x4, the Equestrian Raid will unfold over three days, leaving from Anantara Sahara Tozeur Resort & Villas every morning....

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‘Whodunit’ mystery arises over trove of prehistoric Kenyan stone tools

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February 10, 2023901 Views

Scientists have a mystery on their hands after the discovery of 330 stone tools about 2.9 million years old at a site in Kenya, along Lake Victoria's shores, that were used to butcher animals, including hippos, and pound plant material for food. Which of our prehistoric relatives that were walking the African landscape at the time made them? The chief suspect, researchers said on Thursday in describing the findings, may be a surprise. The Nyayanga site artifacts represent the oldest-known examples of a type of stone technology, called the Oldowan toolkit, that was revolutionary, enabling our forerunners to process diverse foods and expand their menu. Three tool types were found: hammerstones and stone cores to pound plants, bone and meat, and sharp-edged flakes to cut meat. To pu...