Written by Lemongrass on 23rd Oct 2018
Discover Tanzania’s last great wilderness with Azura Selous – the carnivore capital of the reserve
Where: Azura Selous, located in the heart of the Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania’s last great wilderness
When: Open all year, with the best season for game spotting between February and November
Appeals to: Global adventurers who want to beat the crowds, seeking remote and truly authentic experiences
The details:
- The Selous is Africa’s oldest and biggest Game Reserve, and one of its last great wilderness areas
- The UNESCO World Heritage Site has long been renowned for having more elephant, lion, hippo and buffalo than any other game reserve in the world
- Azura Selous is the carnivore capital of the Selous, with three large prides of lion and six highly territorial leopards in the area
- One of Africa’s most endangered predators – and also one of its most elusive, the African Wild Dog makes frequent appearances in the area. Tanzania’s Selous Game Reserve is four times larger than the Serengeti, and with only around 800 dogs remaining in this area larger than Switzerland, this is an incredible opportunity to try and spot these stunning animals that have denned close by to the resort for the last two years
- Guests will often see elephants roaming through camp and will soon meet the neighbouring hippos that inhabit the Ruaha river
- Azura Selous features 12 spacious designer ‘tented villas’, with private plunge pools, butler-hosts to look after guests every need and authentic dining in varied locations
- Bespoke itineraries are designed and led by highly trained guides including adventures on foot, water and road
- The Selous provides an unforgettable outdoor classroom for children as young as six years
https://azura-retreats.com/selous-introduction
For more information, please contact: Alana Fogarty and Alex Liste at Lemongrass Marketing
E: azura@lemongrassmarketing.com
T: 01865 237 990
Four countries, one lake, endless adventures
Where: Lake Constance, surrounded by Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein
The details:
- Adventurers can discover four countries and one spectacular lake in one seamless trip, making it the ideal destination to tick multiple countries off the travel bucket list
- The Lake Constance Holiday Pass gives families access to over 160 attractions around the lake, throughout all four countries
- Soar above the mountains for breath-taking views on the Pfander Cable Car, learn hands-on how chocolate is made at Maestrani’s Chocolarium, visit the reptile house at Uhldingen vivarium, or relax in the Lake Constance salt grotto after a day of exploring
- Families can spend an afternoon at SEA LIFE, plunging into the fascinating world of fresh and saltwater fish, wander above the treetops at the skywalk adventure park, or take advantage of a myriad of museums and city tours available to Lake Constance Holiday Pass holders
- Lake Constance is the perfect place for families to immerse themselves in an exciting cultural and historical getaway, with something new (and a different country!) to discover around every corner
Getting there: Fly London to Friedrichshafen from £178 per person with Lufthansa
Rate: Lake Constance Holiday Pass from £34 per person
For more information contact: Fredrica Slater or Carley Lee at Lemongrass Marketing
E: lakeconstance@lemongrassmarketing.com
T: 01865 237 990
City paddle-boarding through a UNESCO World Heritage Site — Discover the waterways of Hamburg
Where: Hamburg, Germany
The details:
- Hamburg’s UNESCO world heritage site, Speicherstadt and Hafencity districts, offer a unique blend of historic industry and modern city experience
- Navigate the waterways of the old warehouse district on a stand-up paddleboard (SUP)
- Paddle right up to the Wasserschloss (water castle) to experience its tea shop or gourmet restaurant
- Find yourself gliding through the Hafencity and marvel at the architectural giant that is the Elbphilharmonie, recently named amongst TIME magazine’s top 100 places to visit
- Check out this video of life on the waterside in Hamburg
For more information contact: Alex Liste or Charlie Mottram at Lemongrass Marketing
E: hamburg@lemongrassmarketing.com
T: 01865 237 990
St Regis Mauritius Resort: A kite surfer’s paradise
Where: The St Regis Mauritius Resort – secluded on the Le Morne peninsula at the far south-western tip of the island of Mauritius, the resort overlooks volcanic sand beaches and a shallow turquoise lagoon with wind (the key kitesurfing ingredient) all year round (more specifically over 300 days of regular wind)
The details:
- Recently, there has been a notable interest in kitesurfing as a preferred sport by the ‘entrepreneurial elite’, engaging their adrenaline-fuelled lifestyle while offering them an escape from the day-to-day
- The growing popularity of kitesurfing on holiday allows those who can’t switch off lying on the beach, an alternative ‘time out’ that offers the thrills and energy when they’re not working
- The St Regis Mauritius Resort is ideally located for anyone wanting to try their hand at kitesurfing (and experience a luxurious break from the day-to-day grind) on Le Morne Peninsula, just steps away from the beach where the legendary ‘One Eye’ wave curls off the coast
- Home to one of the best schools on the island for kitesurfing, The ION Club; which is one of the leaders in international kitesurfing, windsurfing and surfing tuition and equipment rental
- With the introduction of new equipment and technologies being used in kitesurfing that are lighter yet stronger, it is fast growing in popularity with women and children and there has been a recognised increase in female instructors and professionals in the sport around the world
Rate: Stay from £632, per room per night (room only)
For more information contact: Fredrica Slater or Carley Lee at Lemongrass Marketing
E: stregismauritius@lemongrassmarketing.com
T: 01865 237 990
Hit the fairways in some of the world’s leading golfing destinations with ROBINSON
Where: ROBINSON Clubs Quinta Da Ria (Portugal), Agadir (Morocco), and Nobilis (Turkey)
When: Year-round (peak seasons vary depending on location)
Appeals to: Golfers of all experience levels, whether looking to master the greens or fine-tune their swing. ROBINSON Clubs have world class courses and fantastic coaching to cater for everyone
The details:
- Several of ROBINSON’s premium resorts have world class golfing facilities and courses. Lessons are available to guests of all abilities- from beginners to experienced golfers – from excellent and highly experienced coaches
- ROBINSON Club Nobilis, near Belek in Turkey, has its own course. The par-72 masterpiece, designed by Dave Thomas, features narrow tree-lined fairways and is complemented by the dramatic backdrop of the snow-capped Taurus Mountains rising in the distance
- Turkey has surged in popularity as a destination in recent months and the region around Nobilis is experiencing something of a golfing renaissance. Just up the coast from ROBINSON Club Nobilis, the European Tour event is coming to the region at the beginning of November. From the Club, another 14 fantastic courses are just a short shuttle bus away
- ROBINSON Club Quinta Da Ria is set in amongst the European golfing mecca that is Portugal’s beautiful Algarve. Golfers can enjoy views over the Atlantic Ocean from the two neighbouring courses of Quinta da Ria and the Quinta de Cima.
- ROBINSON Club Agadir, on the sunny coast of Morocco, is a golfer’s paradise in a destination that is under-appreciated in comparison to Europe’s leading golf destinations. In the surrounding area, guests will be able to choose from four exemplary courses or get some coaching at the ROBINSON GOLF ACADEMY.
- Club Agadir recently announced a partnership with equipment rental company Clubs to Hire.
https://www.robinson.com/en/en/home/
Rate:
- ROBINSON Agadir (Morocco): From £1032 for 7-nights (2 people)
- ROBINSON Nobilis (Turkey): From £966 for 7 nights (2 people)
- ROBINSON Quinta da Ria (Portugal): From £1010 for 7 nights (2 people)
For more information, please contact: Alex Liste or Charlie Mottram at Lemongrass Marketing
E: robinson@lemongrassmarketing.com
T: 01865 237 990