Stone town

The autonomous Zanzibar is experiencing a record increase in tourism, as Westerners become aware of its natural wonders and UNESCO sites.

A dhow off Stone Town, Zanzibar

Slave market memorial in Stonetown, Zanzibar, Tanzania. © Eric Lafforgue www.ericlafforgue.com

Zanzibar: From dreamy beaches to relaxing boat trips and the glimpses of Stone Town from the water, this island reminded me of home at times. Every moment here felt like a postcard come to life. #Zanzibar #TravelGoals #BeachLovers #AfricanAdventures #StoneTown #BucketListTravel #GirlWithHerViews

Islands' staffers beg for trips. Occasionally, an island begs for a staffer. In this case, call it a Z thing. Staff photographer Zach Stovall arrived on Zanzibar and felt like he stepped into an Indiana Jones movie. He loves those movies. Maybe that explains why this gallery, originally slated at 10 images, ballooned into an epic adventure. Follow his trip's highlights and plan yours with our Do's and Don'ts Zanzibar travel guide.

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EXPLORING MARRAKECH WITH NIKE: BEST TIPS FOR HAGGLING IN THE SOUKS — Spirited Pursuit

Art&Facts: Charlie Brown in Zanzibar #africanmasks #africanart #cowrieshells #congo #charliebrown #zanzibarmarket #stonetown #artefacts #shoppingzanzibar

Stone Town, Zanzibar Tanzania, Africa

A guide to Stone Town: What to see, what to do and where to stay.

Explore Rod Waddington's 12539 photos on Flickr!

Back from a 3 weeks trip in Tanzania. I didn't do safari as 99% of the people that i met there! I traveled along the swahili coast, and in Zanzibar and Pemba islands. It was not very easy to takes pictures, and i had very different welcomes in villages, from hostile to friendly, with lot of variations around "money!". The country is really beautiful and there are many things to see, from german times to slavery trade, and muslim culture. On this picture, a very famous omani style door in…

This post features 14 great things to do in Stone Town, Zanzibar, including a visit to the Old Fort, Forodhani Gardens, and more! #zanzibar

Historic Stone Town #Zanzibar - a historic trade center with Swahili and Islamic influences. Its winding lanes present minarets, carved doorways and 19th-century landmarks such as the House of Wonders, a former sultan’s palace.

The Doors of Stone Town, Zanzibar – The Bizarre Globe Hopper

Come visit our iconic restaurant on a rocky outcrop in the ocean for an exquisite island dining experience. The Rock offers a taste of Zanzibar in a unique setting with magnificent views.

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With poles, we sploshed knee-deep in water while "reef walking" – just one of the fun things to do in Zanzibar! Also go to the Jozani Monkey Forest, take a spice tour and explore Stone Town.

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