Travel Temptations December 2023
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DESTINATION 04| Desert & Delta Safaris 06| Namiri Plains Camp 08| Sayari Camp 10|
Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp
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Lydcott Glamping
LIFESTYLE 16|
Elite Travel Italy
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Stanley Safaris
WATER 22|
fleewinter
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MSTS
LAND 30| Bigfoot Adventures Kenya 32|
Pingouin Car Rental
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COVER FEATURE Desert & Delta Safaris Botswana Established in 1982 as one of the first safari lodge operators, Desert & Delta Safaris’ portfolio brings together some of Botswana’s most historic and iconic lodges. The full camp and lodge portfolio includes; Chobe Game Lodge, Chobe Savanna Lodge, Savute Safari Lodge, Camp Moremi, Camp Xakanaxa, Camp Okavango, Xugana Island Lodge, Leroo La Tau and Nxamaseri Island Lodge. Owing to their location, these lodges offer a diverse safari experience while providing the personalised service for which Desert & Delta Safaris is renowned.
www.desertdelta.com info@desertdelta.com 4 | Travel Temptations | November 2023
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Namiri Plains Camp Tanzania Set on the sprawling plains in the Serengeti, Namiri Plains enjoys a remote location. With stylish tented suites and two private Retreats, your stay here is a luxurious one of indoor/outdoor living. Rooms are spacious, with glass sliding doors running the width of each room, opening onto an expanded viewing deck. The walls, made from calcrete, help to regulate the room temperature. Interiors are decorated in natural materials and tones. Each bathroom has a view over the vast Serengeti plains and a standalone tub on your private deck for an al fresco bubble bath with a chilled glass of fizz. In addition, the camp has a pool, deck with a bar area, library and fascinating information centre. Designed to deliver an elevated level of exclusivity and flexibility, the Retreats create a personal space for families or larger groups, complete with a private guide, vehicle, host, and chef. The two individual Retreats share a separate pool and lounge, with an additional dining room for larger groups occupying both Retreats.
www.asiliaafrica.com/camps-lodges/namiri-plains reservations@asiliaafrica.com Travel Temptations | November 2023 | 7
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Sayari Camp Tanzania Set on the untouched plains of the northern Serengeti, this stylish camp is located around the famous Great Migration route and several crossing points along the Mara River, where sightings of the herds plunging into the water are frequent and spectacular. With fifteen bright and spacious suites and two private Retreats, boasts comfort and luxury. Rooms offer walk-in showers, al fresco bathtubs and verandas allowing you to take in the sights of the Serengeti right from your king-sized bed. Framed by natural rock formations, the camp’s beautiful infinity pool boasts impressive views of the Serengeti. Treat yourself to a calming massage at the Asilia Spa or a craft beer at the first-ever Serengeti solar-powered microbrewery. Designed to deliver an elevated level of exclusivity and flexibility, the Retreats create a personal space for families or larger groups, complete with a private guide, vehicle, host, and chef. The two individual Retreats share a separate pool and lounge, with an additional dining room for larger groups occupying both Retreats.
www.asiliaafrica.com/camps-lodges/sayari-camp reservations@asiliaafrica.com 8 | Travel Temptations | November 2023
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Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp Kenya The perfect base for your exclusive Safari adventure is the Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Tented Camp. The Camp is nestled in the heart of the Masai Mara. Immersed in the original bush among indigenous plantations and trees. The 20 luxury tents are directly overlooking the Mara River, which winds itself around the camp with gently flowing waters surrounded with wildlife and teeming with large groups of Hippos. Sooth your body and mind with a relaxing and invigorating massage at the Earth & Rain Spa or enjoy an al fresco lunch or an evening BBQ around the pool complemented by activities of Masai dancing and talks on the Masai culture.
neptunehotels.com/neptune-mara-rianta-luxury-tented-camp res.mararianta@neptunehotels.com 10 | Travel Temptations | November 2023
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Lydcott Glamping Widegates, United Kingdom Lydcott Glamping is a luxury retreat nestled in a quiet rural location just outside Looe, with stunning sea views and 7 beautiful unique wooden-clad cabins. Each cabin is fitted and furnished with stylish comfort in mind, including en-suite facilities with fluffy towels, a well-equipped kitchen – and naturally, huge downy queen-sized beds. Head outside to discover your very own firepit barbecue, complete with seating for late-night stargazing over toasted marshmallows. Outside, relax in the huge comfy hammocks (big enough for 2 people!) or enjoy the plentiful outdoor space for some garden games. Located next to a working farm, you can really experience a taste of rural Cornwall. Enjoy freshly laid eggs for your breakfast and watch the much-loved chickens free ranging the site – you can even meet them and have a cuddle if you ask the owners! Order one of Lydcott Glamping’s famous local hampers for your visit – choose from a Breakfast Hamper, local Cheese Hamper, or of course a Cornish Cream Tea Hamper – just remember it’s jam first in Cornwall! The bread and scones in the hampers are expertly baked fresh for your arrival by the owners, and all other ingredients are sourced locally from neighbouring farms. This little Cornish haven is ideally located to explore Cornwall or just relax and enjoy everything the site itself and local area has to offer – from the many stunning beaches (less than 10 minutes away), to cute little Cornish coastal villages, the famous and breath-taking South West Coast Path, National Trust properties, the Eden Project, Adrenalin Quarry’s giant inflatable water park and zipline, wine tastings at local vineyards, Alpaca Trekking and much, much more. With a mixture of different cabin layouts sleeping from 2 – 6 people, Lydcott Glamping is ideal for a romantic break as well as a family holiday, with plenty to occupy the kids – or even book the whole site for bigger private gatherings. Private car parking on site with EV charging and located away from main roads. Well behaved dogs are also welcomed.
lydcottglampingcornwall.co.uk lydcottglamping@gmail.com Travel Temptations | November 2023 | 13
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Elite Travel Italy Florence, Italy Elite Travel Italy is a Luxury Boutique DMC specialized in the organization of exclusive trips to Italy, shaping every detail. They are specialized in organizing and managing dream trips throughout Italy. Every single trip is unique, tailor-made following clients’ requests: from the destination, to itinerary planning, to the choice of guide and exclusive experience. Elite Travel Italy is the reference point for exclusive professional operators who have Italy as a destination. When it comes to distinctive services and personalization, there must be no compromise: like a compass always showing the magnetic North, they strive for perfection, all the way. With Elite Travel Italy – a boutique Destination Management Company – their business partners and their guests will have access to the widest and most privileged set of relationships with hotels and service providers. The idea comes from the boutique, a sacred place in the Italian ideal where the greatest masters of fashion have conceived, designed and created unique pieces tailored for their customers. This is their way of communicating the touch of the artisans in their effort to adapt to the travel program of each of their guests; their name represents the mission to share their culture with guests, uniting it with their individual needs and preferences. From a vision a mission was born; thanks to their passion it has turned into an obsession...to strive for perfection!
elitetravelitaly.com booking@elitetravelitaly.com Travel Temptations | November 2023 | 17
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Stanley Safaris Africa Stanley Safaris is a boutique, specialist safari company that designs luxury safaris throughout Southern and East Africa, tailored to every guest’s personal interest and expectation. They believe that every safari should be an unforgettable adventure, tailored specifically to the desires of those who embark on it. They are meticulous in choosing accommodations for their guests, working only with boutique, independently owned camps and lodges who share their vision of providing a truly immersive safari experience. These locations were carefully handpicked for their exceptional experiences, commitment to local communities and conservation projects, as well as the expertise of their guides and staff. By staying in these camps, not only are the guests treated to the best African safari possible, but they also directly contributed to local employment and conservation efforts.
stanley-safaris.com safaris@stanley-safaris.com 18 | Travel Temptations | November 2023
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WATER
fleewinter Worldwide (Head Office: United Kingdom) Exploring the Greek Islands on board a private luxury yacht is the ultimate holiday experience. Enjoy comfortable, air-conditioned cabins with en-suite bathrooms. Each yacht has its own speedboat with water skis, wakeboard and a ‘ringo’ donut for the thrill-seekers. In the roomy yacht’s garage are stand-up Paddleboards and a windsurf rig, snorkelling fins, masks and fishing gear. A professional skipper is there to do all the yacht work (or show you the ropes if you want to get involved…) Meanwhile, a private chef will prepare delicious meals in stunning locations. For the ultimate luxury sailing experience, why not book a deck massage with their on-board spa experience? It’s everything you need in one place – water sports, private chef, unlimited swimming, powerful yacht, 5* service – and more.
www.fleewinter.com/luxury-sailing-holiday sailing@fleewinter.com 22 | Travel Temptations | November 2023
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Luxury Time Charters LTD Ayia Napa, Cyprus Luxury Time Charters is the leader of Cyprus East Coast Yachts Rentals. They provide exceptional time at the spectacularly beautiful coastline on comfortable and safe yachts representing a world of pleasure and exclusivity. Luxury Time Charters ambition is always to provide their guests with a friendly, welcoming, professional, luxurious, and most importantly, safe environment in which they can create and experience wonderful memories. Their captains and crew are fully qualified and licensed. All their yachts are fully compliant with commercial coastal cruising and all charters are supervised in accordance with current Cyprus legislation, safety rules, and standards. Their vessels are continually maintained to the highest standards and are fully insured.
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MSTS Maldives MSTS came into existence in July 2007 with a shared expertise, passion and vision of the Directors to tap into the Watersports, Excursions and Scuba Diving industry of the Maldives. They have an experienced team that consists of professionals who have taken extensive training in their fields of instruction. They believe that every individual has a different approach to learning, and they cater to that. Whether it is a Diving course, Surfing course or even an excursion they guarantee results.
www.mstsmaldives.com info@mstsmaldives.com Travel Temptations | November 2023 | 27
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Bigfoot Adventures Kenya Kenya Bigfoot Adventures is your travel solutions provider of choice, offering a variety of vehicles and tasteful destinations to choose from. The most exciting and adventurous safari tours in Africa. Bigfoot Adventures’ mission is to provide a unique experience that takes you off the beaten track, immersing yourself in nature and getting up close with African wildlife. They have carefully crafted tours tailored to meet the specific needs of different travelers - whether it’s luxury or budget travel packages. They put together carefully crafted tours for families, ensuring a fun and exciting experience suitable for all ages. With activities such as game drives, walking safaris, and cultural visits, there is something for everyone. Bigfoot Adventures’ tours offer the perfect blend of adventure, wildlife exploration, and relaxation. They carefully craft each itinerary to cater to your specific needs, ensuring an experience tailored towards strengthening bonds among members of your team. They can provide personalized airport transfers, private safari tour vehicles, private hire, corporate transfers and more.
bigfoot-adventures.com info@bigfoot-adventures.com Travel Temptations | November 2023 | 31
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Pingouin Car Rental Mauritius Pingouin Car Rental are an established local car rental agency in Mauritius which started in 2011. Their car rental counter booth is at the SSR International arrival Terminal. A wide range of cars are offered and their competitive advantage is great value-for-money as their customers are able to book directly and securely from them with no third-party online suppliers. Their dedicated and passionate team are keen to make your car rental journey hassle-free, enjoyable and memorable. “Make Pingouin Car Rental your preferred car rental agency in Mauritius.”
www.carrental-mauritius.com info@pingouin-carhire.com 32 | Travel Temptations | November 2023
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