Easter beckons and for the couples looking for the cool of an island escape that is utterly exclusive and sublimely different; you may like to consider ‘The Majlis’. This is a boutique hotel that is, for once, true to the original concept of the phrase, which derives from the innovative fashion boutiques of the 1960s, all of which were intimately small, intuitively personal and delightfully chic. Exquisitely styled to suggest the privileged luxury of a sultan’s palace, this Arabian Nights retreat is located on Manda Island, one of the most beguilingly beautiful of the islands of the Lamu Archipelago, accessible only by boat. The Majlis is a secluded mansion reflecting the true essence of Lamu’s traditional heritage with twenty five deluxe air-conditioned rooms, constructed in crenellated white coral and anchored in the centre of the azure blue swimming pool that surrounds it. Attractively presented with inspired taste and in a fusion of time-honoured Swahili style, and contemporary minimalist panache, the hotel is named after the ‘Majlis’, or ‘special place’ in which an Arabian host would extend a traditional welcome to his honoured guests. The establishment also boasts of the best views of the captivating Ras Kitau bay, the idyllic Shela Village, extensive tropical gardens and mangrove forests. A place of billowing white muslin, intricately carved archways, lavish day-beds and glittering brass lanterns, The Majlis experience offers a degree of exclusivity, attention to detail, and when it comes to indulging your palate, on offer is an impressive caliber of cuisine that is rarely attempted and seldom achieved served in its panoramic dining room or in the breezy cool of one the many terraces built using local materials like mangrove poles and thatched makuti ceilings. For breakfast indulge in: exotic fresh fruits, home baked breads, pastries, and a selection of warm fare that leave you looking forward to lunch which offers everything from the freshest catch of the day prepared with herbs and spices to delectable international dishes and finally, the exceptionally prepared evening meals conjured up by the restaurant’s own chef laid out at your request on the beach for that everlasting memory. The hotel is heavy laden with worthy amenities: from its two swimming pools, gym, extensive sun decks to its range of relaxation areas commonly referred to by locals as barazas featuring art collections and libraries. Stefano Moccia, the establishment’s director, adds that residents are lost for choice as the hotel also offers blood rushing activities that include mountain biking, excursion trips around Manda, Lamu ,and Kiwayu Islands, scenic flights over the Lamu archipelago and Tana River Delta, dhow sailing, snorkeling, diving and cultural discovery all designed to ensure an unforgettable visit. For reservations and further information: welcome@themajlisresorts.com

Located on the Ras Kitau Bay, Manda Island, the Majlis is one of the finest Kenya beach resorts that has been rated #1 among 10 hotels in Lamu, Kenya by Trip Advisor. Founded in 2009, it is an extremely stylish, tranquil and luxurious boutique hotel, which is situated in the Lamu Archipelago. Established in a calm and beautiful setting, the resort reflects the beauty and authenticity of East Africa. It has become highly popular among people around the globe, owing to exceptional architectural design and for allowing people to spend a relaxing and rejuvenating vacation away from the hustle and bustle of cities. The Majlis is one of the best beach resorts in Kenya that possesses a first rate infrastructure that helps in providing its guests with the finest holiday experiences. One of the leading Kenya beach resorts, the Majlis gives people a chance to explore the rich East African heritage, and to unfold the beauty of Manda Island that has a picturesque backdrop of exotic white sand beaches. A perfect holiday destination, The Majlis has also been in 2011 Fodor’s 100 Hotels selection by Fodor’s, a popular name in travel guides. The resort serves as an ideal destination for people who are in search for solace, away from the busy city life, on the pristine white sand beach. Vacationers from all over the world visit the Majlis and enjoy their stay at the traditional African yet contemporary setting. This luxurious boutique hotel ensures to provide its guests with a comfortable and enjoyable stay, while providing them with facilities of international standards. The Majlis accommodates 25 tastefully designed air-conditioned rooms and suites, which allow the guests to enjoy the stunning views of the swimming pools, landscaped gardens and the Indian Ocean. It is one of the popular Kenya beach resorts, where each villa is surrounded by acacia and palm trees which not only help in preserving the surroundings, but also help in enhancing the beauty of resort. The rooms are furnished with top class facilities that can please singles, couples and families with kids. The tailored fittings in the rooms truly reflect the images of East African heritage. The resort also features a kids club that allows the kids to enjoy their vacation to the fullest. The Majlis is a perfect place for enjoying family vacations. It invites vacationers from all over the world to enjoy a romantic retreat, comfortable business travel or a beach safari adventure. Furthermore, it offers the best packages for honeymoon and weddings, corporate events, etc. For adventure lovers, it gives them a chance chance to enjoy a variety of activities like wake boarding, sailing, snorkeling and more. To know more, visit www.themajlisresorts.com.

It will soon be possible to link the rich oil fields of South Sudan to Kenya’s Lamu port, providing this landlocked country with a vital route to the sea. This is if a railway line linking the city of Juba in Sudan to Lamu, an idea first sold to the Kenya Government by the late John Garang, then leader of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), becomes a reality. Interestingly, South Sudan abandoned the idea of building a parallel railway line linking it with Lamu and only appears to have reconsidered it after relations with the Khartoum administration in North Sudan went frosty. The Lamu port project, which was first fronted by the late Alex Mureithi – nephew of President Kibaki, a then powerful State House operative and well-connected power broker and lobbyist, has been on the back burners for a while since Mureithi passed on. But with discovery of commercial oil deposits in South Sudan, there is renewed vigour on the Lamu Port and Lamu Southern Sudan-Ethiopia Transport Corridor (Lapsset). This Lamu corridor is a transport and infrastructure project in Kenya that when complete will be the country’s second transport corridor. Kenya’s other transport corridor is the Mombasa port and Mombasa-Uganda transport corridor that passes through Nairobi and much of the Northern Rift. The project will involve construction of a port at Manda Bay, standard gauge railway line to Juba, a road network, oil pipelines to South Sudan and Ethiopia, an oil refinery at Bargoni, three airports and resort cities in Lamu, Isiolo and the shores of Lake Turkana. The planning stage of Lapsset is already complete with the Prime Minister,s Office mandated to coordinate implementation of all its associated components. “The cost of the first three berths together with associated infrastructure is estimated at $710 million, over a four year period,” said Silvester Kasuku, secretary Lapsset coordination secretariat, Office of the Prime Minister. During a meeting of cabinet committee on infrastructure held on November 30, 2011, it was agreed that Lamu port be constructed through a Build Operator Transfer (BOT) framework. A railway as well as oil pipeline connections to South Sudan and Ethiopia is expected to make Lamu port more attractive to foreign investors. Frantic efforts by South Sudan to link with its East Africa neighbours through railway are happening when several East African nations are pushing ahead with huge infrastructure projects. While the African Development Bank (AfDB) is funding Burundi’s multibillion-dollar infrastructure plan, Kenya has been raising funds from the domestic money market through infrastructure bonds and plans to finance the Lamu port project. However, despite the high profile publicity that the project has attracted, analysts are cautious that South Sudan deal is yet to be bagged even though construction work for the Sh2 trillion project was officially lunched by President Kibaki and his counterpart Salva Kiir of South Sudan and Ethiopia Prime Minister Meles Zanawi. There is a possibility that while Kenya’s eyes are firmly on South Sudan oil, the latter has been shopping around for the best deal and not necessarily fixed on Kenya, with the same intensity. At a recent meeting in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, two senior officials of the South Sudan government – Atem Yaak Atem, Deputy Minister of Information and Broadcasting and Marial Awou Yol, Deputy Finance Minister – made curious statements. The duo said that all options are still on the table in as far as which country finally gets to seal a deal on exporting South Sudan oil. The two further hinted that their country’s interest is to ensure any deal it brokers must safeguard their country’s best interest. “As a landlocked country, we would like to have an outlet to the sea for our goods and a viable route for our imports,” explained Yol while on a fact-finding mission to explore whether an oil pipeline through Ethiopia was a viable option. “We do not want to put all our eggs in one basket,” he said. “It should be financed by a consortium of companies. The more companies we have, the faster it can be done.” Ordinarily, these statements will be dismissed as mere statements. However, these are not ordinary times and oil is a most sought after commodity. Analysts say that for a country that has experienced probably the worst form of conflict, malnutrition and all manner of sufferings, South Sudan will do everything to ensure the interest of its people, including turning to the North and using its other options as a bargaining chip to force its hostile neighbour change its aggressive behaviour. Those who have been looking at the negotiation style of South Sudan since it gained independence say that for Kenya to seal the oil deal and reap maximum benefits, she should ensure that it offers the best alternative for the oil exports and not just rely on its geo-political position. According to the negotiations trends that have been widely reported in the Press, South Sudan has had talks with Ethiopia, Uganda and Djibouti in the past two months, all with the aim of exploring oil exportation routes. South Sudan has virtually entered into some form of contract with all these countries, including keeping its options open with Sudan. Barely months before entering into a deal with Kenya, South Sudan signed a pipeline deal with Ethiopia and Djibouti hoping to export its crude oil through the port of Djibouti on the Red Sea via neighbouring Ethiopia. The talks saw a memorandum of understanding signed earlier this month, a development that was confirmed by South Sudan’s Minister for Information, Barnaba Marial Benjamin. It is understood that the Chinese, European companies and US have all shown interest in carrying out feasibility studies for the same. Djibouti, on the Gulf of Aden at the entrance to the Red Sea, is at least 1,000km (625 miles) away from South Sudan’s oil fields and runs across a remote and difficult terrain where most of the South Sudanese and other militia groups operate. Analysts say that it

This picture was taken under a moonlit night with just the candles. The generator had tripped a few times as we were having dinner but I couldn’t help but noticed how beautiful the pool looked under the moonlight. So the next time it tripped, I had already positioned my camera on a tripod and got this shot. Location: Majlis is a property situated on Manda Island in the Lamu archipelago in Kenya. It is located on the opposite side of the channel from Lamu town. It is directly opposite the Peponi Hotel. Lamu has had such bad press with the Somali pirates which is very unfortunate but my memories of Lamu is one of tranquilness and fond memories. It was originally a private home turned hotel. There were some interesting artwork at the property that included Julian Schnabel’s etchings. Best rooms: Recommend that you request the "original" house and the Junior Suite which overlooked this pool and from the room there is a private staircase to the roof and one can enjoy the evening breeze and look at the stars above. During my visit, there was a full moon and on those restless jet-lag nights, I would sit outside and enjoy the breeze and watch the moon set into the Indian Ocean. The Royal Suite used to be the late owner’s bedroom and I have had the pleasure of his company and members of the family during my stay. Activities: The surrounding archipelago is beautiful and sailing on the dhow is calming and therapeutic. One can meander with a small boat through the tributaries and look at amazing mangroves and birdlife. There are also some ancient ruins on the islands. In the mornings, the beach is a great place to go for a jog or even a walk as it is a long stretch of unspoiled beach and it felt almost private because there are hardly anybody apart from private residents on that island. From Majlis, you could hop on their luxuriously decked boats and go over to Lamu. The Peponi Hotel is just directly across and a great place for drinks as they have a bar that is full of character. There is also a good restaurant at the hotel and it is great for lunch as it is under a shady courtyard and on a sunny day, it is just wonderful. From there one could walk into Lamu town and visit the markets and explore the little lanes and check out the historic buildings. Lamu is a step back into the Arabian Nights. It is similar to Zanzibar except more compact. There are no cars but just donkeys and boats to get around the island. If you want a bit more action, charter a private plane and fly to the coast for some safari. Tsavo East and Chyulu Hills are close enough to do a day trip from Lamu. I did a day trip to Tsavo which had a big population of elephants. A good place to stop for lunch or even stay the night is Galdessa Camp. I had a day room where I could rest after lunch before continuing the game drives and then fly back to Majlis. Around the corner of the Manda island is Manda Bay resort which I have stayed before and it is great place if you want to have fun! The rooms are right smack in front of the beach and there is a wonderful breeze that permeates through the bandas. They have the BEST food! Manda Bay is for those who love shabby chic that immediately makes you want to let your guard down. They organize deep sea fishing and you get the boat all to yourself. Whilst waiting for the fish, you could sleep on the boat as it has daybeds. The crew will alert you when they get a bite. Whatever, you do, do not bring a banana on the boat or mention the word banana as apparently, it is bad luck for fishing and you won’t get to catch any fish. Well, I tested that "superstition" and it was true, I only caught 2 fish! In the evenings, they do a great sundowner on their dhow called Utamaduni. It is a great dhow and you can rent and stay on the dhow if so inclined. You can climb up on the canvas canopy of the deck and enjoy the breeze and watch the sunset. It was romantic and yet fun. From Manda Bay one can explore the island and it had some interesting trees that have lived more than hundreds of years ago, ancients ruins, birdlife and wildlife. Dinner settings: One of the great things about dining in Africa is that you can get "creative" as to where you want to have your dining. I often eat at different settings to mix it up and not get bored. There is the formal dining area, then there is the outdoor option and for the Majlis, I had my dinner by the pool, next to the bar and on the beach. At Manda Bay dinner was mainly outdoors and close to the beach. For more photos of the Majlis and Lamu, please click on the links or visit my website. 

Holidays are an integral part of life as these help you to get a break from the monotonous work life or maybe divert your mind if something unfortunate has happened with you. Besides this, it also gives you a chance to explore the unfamiliar parts of the world and enable you to have some good time with your friends, family, colleagues or even alone. If you are looking for an ideal destination for a vacation, there wouldn’t be a better country than Kenya and if you are willing to enjoy a fun-filled vacation in Kenya, you must stay at the Majlis which is located on Manda Island in the Lamu archipelago. The Majlis is one of the best luxury hotels in Kenya which is most suitable for personalized holidays at the beach front. This boutique hotel is also apt for corporate meetings, special events, weddings, honeymoons or even when you want to renew your marriage vows. This resort offers a wide assortment of holiday packages to choose from. If you want customized services, the highly courteous staff at Majlis will provide you tailored services so that all you unique and specific needs are met effectively. The staff at the hotel is well trained, highly skilled, well mannered and has valuable experience in the industry. The staff ensures that your personal requirements and Lamu Island accommodation needs are fulfilled efficiently. In case you have any queries or question, the expert professionals are readily available to solve your problems and answer any questions you may have. Beside this, you can also get professional guidance and useful travel tips at Majlis and this will enable you to make the most of your luxury holidays. The Majlis is one of the popular luxury hotels in Kenya which is an idyllic and stylish resort. This Lamu Island hotel offers an elegant and luxurious accommodation option that complements the natural beauty of the tropical location. You can cherish panoramic sea view from Majlis and spend some quality time in the lap of nature away from the hustle and bustle of city life. For more information, please visit www.themajlisresorts.com

Los mayores incrementos se han producido en los meses de abril (+52%) y mayo (+42%), beneficiándose así de las vacaciones de Semana Santa y el puente de mayo, que en 2011 fue especialmente largo. No obstante, julio y agosto, con 2.666 y 3.300 españoles, respectivamente, siguen siendo los más populares para viajar al país. España se mantiene así como el sexto mercado emisor europeo y escala una posición hasta el decimosexto lugar en el ranking mundial de llegadas. Con una estancia media de ocho días, los españoles valoran sobre todo la naturaleza y la oferta cultural del país. Récord de turismo internacional El pasado año ha sido el mejor para el turismo internacional en Kenia, tras registrar 1.265.136 llegadas, lo que supuso un aumento del 15,4% con respecto a 2010. El Reino Unido mantiene la primera posición con un 16% de cuota de mercado, seguido de Estados Unidos (9,5%), Italia (7,6%), Alemania (5,4%) e India (4,7%). Precisamente las entradas de viajeros indios fueron las que más crecieron (+23,9%) de entre los cinco mercados principales, arrebatando el quinto puesto a Francia en el top cinco de llegadas. El incremento fue incluso superior en el caso de los ingresos, que aumentaron un 32,9% hasta alcanzar los 97,9 billones de chelines kenianos (más de 890 millones de euros). Segmento MICE El Gobierno se ha propuesto potenciar el segmento MICE, que ya supone el 14% del turismo anual, por lo que ha iniciado la construcción de un nuevo centro de convenciones en Mombasa con capacidad para 5.000 personas y un centro similar en Kisumu, capital del Lago Victoria, que está previsto concluya a finales de año. Además continúa desarrollándose la oferta alojativa de lujo con la inauguración en Diani del 5 estrellas Swahili Beach, y los hoteles boutique de lujo The Red Pepper House y The Majlis en Lamu, incluidos por Traveler Condenast entre los mejores hoteles de África. Asimismo el Temple Point Resort reabrió sus puertas en Watamu tras varios meses de labores de mantenimiento.

One of Kenya’s finest beach resorts, the Majlis Resort is located on Ras Kitau Bay, Manda Island and offers tailored services to meet the accommodation needs and personal requirements of its guests. The beach resort in Kenya accommodates 25 well-appointed rooms and suites that offer spectacular swimming pool, garden and Indian Ocean views. Each villa is surrounded by native trees and plants to preserve and enhance the beauty of local surroundings. The rooms are attractively designed and furnished with tailored fittings and conjure up the images of East African heritage, with furniture and doors carved according to local traditions. The suites feature a large bedroom area with king-size bed, a generous en-suite bathroom, electric fans, a safe and a private veranda. The Majlis Resort is a perfect place for anyone who is looking for an exciting family vacation, romantic retreat, comfortable business travel or a beach safari adventure. The hotel offers a variety of amazing holiday packages to Kenya, including special honeymoon and wedding offers. It provides an idyllic setting for various corporate events and meetings, and can host seminars, conventions, conferences, retreats and exhibitions according to the needs of its guests. The resort’s conference room is equipped with all modern facilities such as magnetic board with flip chart, TV and DVD, wireless internet access, and LCD projector, making it ideal for those who want to have security, privacy and luxury accommodation. In addition, this beautiful beach hotel in Kenya can also arrange various team-building activities for its guests, such as fishing, boat excursions, watersports, sunset dhow sailing, beach dinners, gym facilities and mountain biking. Other amenities offered by the hotel are a gourmet restaurant, a kids’ club, two pools and a terrace bar. To provide guests with the best possible experience, the Majlis Resort has employed a staff of experts who offer personalized service and are always available to help them with their needs and questions. These professionals offer valuable travel tips and advice, so you can enjoy your vacations in Kenya to the maximum. For information regarding the resort’s holiday packages to Kenya, do not hesitate to browse through its website http://www.themajlisresorts.com/.

Wo Okzident auf Orient trifft, lockt das faszinierende Nebeneinander von Afrikas lebhaftem Alltag und islamischen Ritualen verwöhnte Reisende auf den kenianischen Lamu- Archipel. Eine weitere Attraktion sind die märchenhaften Feriendomizile dort. Eines der schönsten und von der Insel Lamu nur per Boot zu erreichen: The Majlis auf Manda Island. Ob im weitläufigen Wohnbereich der prächtig dekorierten 25 Suiten oder in den öffentlichen Bereichen, das Design des Boutique- Resorts überwältigt mit seiner subtilen Verschmelzung indischer, asiatischer und arabischer Einflüsse, mit ausdrucksstarken Farben und dem aufmerksamen Servicepersonal, das jeden Tag zu einem besonderen macht. Das Haus ist, wie die meisten Resorts des Archipels, fest in italienischer Hand, und auch im Restaurant dominiert »la cucina italiana «. Einzig die Weinkarte ist verbesserungswürdig. Auch Liebhaber luxuriöser Einsamkeit werden sich dort garantiert wohlfühlen. Weder auf Manda noch auf der benachbarten Insel Lamu gibt es Autos. Man bewegt sich mit Eseln fort oder mit Dhaus, den Booten mit den charakteristischen Dreieckssegeln. SHANGRI-LA’S VILLINGILI ADDU-ATOLL/MALEDIVEN Zugegeben, Mini-Eilande sind nicht jedermanns Sache. Wer Angst vor Inselkoller hat und doch auf die Traumkulisse der Malediven und deren beeindruckende Unterwasserwelt nicht verzichten will, ist auf Villingili genau richtig. Die Insel im unberührten Addu-Atoll zählt, neben ihrem Korallenriff von drei Kilometer Länge, zu den größeren Inseln und wartet mit weiteren Superlativen wie drei Süßwasserlagunen, mehr als 17.000 Kokosnussbäumen, zwei Kilometer Strand und dem größten Spa-Dorf der Malediven auf. Mit dem Fahrrad lassen sich auch die fünf Nach barinseln besichtigen, die über 17 Kilometer lange, teils von alten Banyan-Bäumen gesäumte Dschungelpfade miteinander verbunden sind. Einmalig sind auch die versteckt gelegenen Baumhausvillen mit Meerblick, die in drei Meter Höhe in dichte Baumkronen gebaut wurden. Der deutsche General Manager Rene D. Egle lässt natürlich auch die Gastronomie nicht zu kurz kommen: Neben drei Res taurants, die etwa aromatische Currys und Tandoori-Gerichte offerieren, locken Dinner- Locations im Dschungel, am Strand oder im Chef’s Garden – und dort serviert man am liebsten gelben Thunfisch mit Mangogelee, grünen Orangen und Currymayonnaise. NIYAMA BY PER AQUUM DHAALU-ATOLL/MALEDIVEN Embudhufushi und Olhuveli – auf diesen beiden Malediven-Inselchen im kornblumenblauen Dhaalu-Atoll liegt das eben erst er öffnete Niyama Resort. Mit spektakulären und innovativen Highlights wie dem Signature- Restaurant, das mitten in der Lagune geradezu schwebt und nur mit dem Boot zu erreichen ist, oder dem ersten Unterwassernachtclub der Inselwelt scheint es die Neueröffnung auf den Malediven zu sein. Zudem kann der Gast mit dem ersten 24-Stunden-Spa der Malediven die Kunst des Nichtstuns nonstop genießen. Am schönsten sitzt man im »Tribal«-Restaurant in modernluxuriösem Zeltlagerambiente. Zeitgemäße Gerichte aus dem Süden Afrikas, dem Mittleren Osten sowie aus Asien werden dort in Show-Küchen und über offenem Feuer zubereitet. Was Gourmets auf der Lifestyle-Insel sonst noch glücklich macht: Im Hauptrestaurant »Epicure« gibt es ein schickes Feinkost- Take-away, und in den Gästevillen gibt es einen »Deli In«-Kühlschrank, gefüllt mit feinen internationalen Delikatessen, frischen Säften und hausgemachter Eiscreme, aber auch einen Mini-Weinkeller und eine eigene Cocktail-Bar. VAMIZI ISLAND QUIRIMBA-ARCHIPEL/MOSAMBIK Ihr Panorama könnte traumhafter nicht sein – der endlose weiße Sandstrand, das rauschende Meer und der dichte Wald aus Akazien, Hibisken und Kasuarinen verleihen der Insel Vamizi und ihrer spektakulären Lodge einen ganz besonderen Zauber. Das kleine Koralleneiland ist Teil des noch unberührten, von El Niño verschonten Quirimba-Archipels im Norden Mosambiks und derzeit noch ein absoluter Geheimtipp für Reisende und Naturschwärmer,die auf der Suche nach Stille und erstklassigen Tauchrevieren sind. Auf Vamizi wird man nämlich reich beschenkt: Über 350 verschiedene Fischarten, darunter manchmal Buckelwale, Mantas oder Seekühe, sind in den Korallenriffen und an den unzähligen Tauchplätzen rund um die Insel zu finden. Klar, dass Fisch auch kulinarisch die Hauptrolle spielt – aufgepeppt mit mediterranen und lokalen Aromen sowie saisonabhängig Garnelen, Calamares, Hummer, Krabben und Langusten. Das neue »Muntu Nkulu«-Restaurant auf der nördlichen Seite der Insel bietet zudem Buffets in legerer Atmosphäre und die abgeschiedenen Inselstrände offerieren das ideale Ambiente für romantische Picknicks zu zweit. SHANTI MAURICE/MAURITIUS Die Zeit, in der Mauritius nur wenigen Privilegierten vorbehalten war, ist vorbei. Heute drängeln sich dort viele Luxusresorts im obersten Segment und werben mit jeder Menge ähnlicher Strand-, Golf- und Spa-Angebote de luxe. Ein bisschen anders, mit edlen Suiten und Poolvillen im Kolonialstil, jedoch nicht minder exklusiv, gibt sich das neue Shanti Maurice, das sich an eine hufeisenförmige Korallenbucht der weniger besiedelten Südküste schmiegt. Das Resort konzentriert sich nun darauf, seinen Gästen das echte Mauritius näherzubringen, und arbeitet dafür eng mit den Einheimischen zusammen. Auch der österreichische Küchenchef Willi Reinbacher bezieht, dieser Philosophie gemäß, einen Großteil der Nahrungsmittel von Bauern und Fischern der Umgebung und kocht am liebsten mit lokalen Ingredienzien und Gemüsen aus hoteleigenem Anbau: »Ich habe eine spezielle Vorliebe für besonders frische und gesunde Inselspezialitäten wie Palmherzen und Seeigel, die direct aus unserem Garten bzw. vom Hausriff kommen, entwickelt.« Nur die breite Palette an Weinen kommt mehrheitlich aus Südafrika.

Most of the visitors from different parts of the world who visit Kenya can not miss the experience of travelling to the Lamu Archipelago and be hosted at the luxurious beach resort called The Majlis. Set on the idyllic Manda Island in the Lamu archipelago on Kenya’s Northern Coast, The Majlis is a luxury 25 room boutique hotel with the ambience, comfort and intimacy of a private home. A unique blend of contemporary and traditional styles, The Majlis offers the very best of Lamu. With a superb beachfront location and breathtaking views over the Ras Kitau bay and Shela village, it offers the perfect setting and the ideal position from which to explore the region. The Majlis blends seamlessly with its island surroundings, making use of the area’s natural resources and traditions including hand-carved timber and white coral blocks. Each of the hotel’s 25 air-conditioned rooms is unique in character and style, and features traditionally high beamed ceilings and terraces with spectacular views of the beach, landscaped gardens or mangrove forests. Tastefully designed and decorated to reflect the heritage of East Africa, The Majlis is truly a luxurious beach resort and houses an exquisite private collection of art mixing local traditional influences with a contemporary twist, and including a fantastic gilded elephant head sculpture by Armando Tanzini in the dining area and paintings by Julian Schnabel and Yago. Guests can also enjoy at the luxurious beach resort a private white sand beach and two beautiful swimming pools, built in the shade of the indigenous acacia and palm trees, providing a cool contrast to the warmth of the African sun. A range of watersports and dhow sailing activities is also available for guests who wish to be active all-day long. About The Majlis Resort Idyllic, luxurious, stylish, unique, …the Majlis resort is a privately owned luxury beach hotel on the north coast of Kenya in the Indian Ocean. Designed and built to reflect Lamu’s heritage tradition, The Majlis combines 25 superbly appointed luxury air-conditioned suites built with Western comforts and local tradition. State-of-the-art facilities include two bars, a gourmet restaurant, two swimming pools and an activity center which graciously co-ordinates a wide variety of full day experiences such as boat excursions, boat & mainland safaris, fishing, snorkeling and water sports, cultural excursions and scenic flights. For more details about the Majlis resort or Lamu Island, please visit our website at www.themajlisresorts.com

The Majlis Resort is one of the most luxurious and popular Kenya beach resorts. The Majlis is mostly visited by the travelers who want to spend their vacations on the beach with all the comforts and intimacy. The Majlis Resort is located in Manda Island, Lamu, off the North Coast of Kenya. The resort offers a wide range of services to its visitors with amenities of international standards. The Majlis serves as an ideal location to spend holidays but also it is also a good place for organizing special events such as honeymoons and corporate meetings. The Majlis resort’s accommodation and location is unique as it is 10 minutes away from the airport and it is facing south offering unforgettable seafront views of Shela village and the Ras Kitau bay. The Majlis was opened in October 2009 and it has quickly become one the most preferred Kenya beach resorts for spending family vacations. The resort offers well-furnished, air-conditioned rooms that can please singles, couples and families with kids. Among services provided to families, there is a kids club with several activities on offer, making the kid’s vacations more enjoyable and full of fun. The Majlis Resort also offers several other amenities such two salt-water pools, two bars, a restaurant, two gyms and a watersports center. The Majlis restaurant is one of the main attractions of the resort. It is famous among travelers because of its unmatched architecture also for its delicious cuisine which includes International, Italian, Swahili and Japanese dishes. The Majlis Resort also offers various holiday packages for family vacations, honeymoon and several other special offers. It is the best Kenya beach resort also for its nature, beauty of the crystalline Indian Ocean waters and white sand beaches. For visitors who wish to be active all day long, the Majlis offers a variety of activities and provides the services of wake boarding, sailing, snorkeling and many more. The resort also provides the services for the fitness of their visitors like Beach and Cross- Country jogging, swimming, GYM, Mountain Biking and Massage. To know more about The Majlis Resort, please visit: www.themajlisresorts.com.