Travel Temptations June 2022
C O N T E N T S June 2022
DESTINATION 04| Antalya Golf Club 06| Elephant Hills 08| Blue Safari Seychelles 10|
Starwatching Private Camp
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Karen Country Club
LIFESTYLE 16|
Travelotus Luxury Tours limited
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Anton’s Egypt Tours
20| Hayes & Jarvis 22| AirX 24| byFood.com 26| Bike Tour Japan 28| Kensington Tours
AIR 32| LIFT Airline 34| Kenneth Kaunda International Airport 36| iJET Charter
LAND 40| STP Caribe 42| Victoria Falls Emmanuel Taxis Tours and Transfers 44| MBM TRANSPORT
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COVER FEATURE Antalya Golf Club Antalya, Turkey
To play one great golf course is always a challenge. To play two is a rare privilege indeed. In Antalya Golf Club the challenge awaits… The PGA Sultan and The Pasha Course: The courses, designed by leading architects European Golf Design, together with design consultant and Senior Tour Professional Davis Jones, provide not only a challenge to golfers of all abilities but also wonderful surroundings in which to enjoy your game. The playing surfaces are second to none in their quality, stunning landscapes and perfect weather all combine for an unforgettable golfing experience. The PGA Sultan Course: 18 Holes Championship Golf Course Par 71, 6477 Metres The Sultan beckons the heartiest of golfers to take par 71, 6477 metres challenge. European Golf Design and David Jones spared nothing to maintain the competitive level of the course, while at the same time blending it seamlessly into the forest environment. Created for the discerning golfer, the PGA Sultan delivers a stern but rewarding test of golfing ability that any keen player will relish, a true yardstick by which to gauge skill. The Pasha Course: 18 Holes, Par 72, 5731 Metres At an inviting 5731 metres, you may think that The Pasha would be a walk in the woods but don’t fooled by the scenery! The Pasha will test the skills of high and low handicaps alike with a combination of different challenges. Tricky dog legs, cleverly placed bunkers and undulating greens will ensure that the more experienced golfer must think over each shot carefully. The shorter length coupled with generous fairways will not unfairly punish the higher handicapper for any wayward shots.
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Elephant Hills Phuket, Thailand
Elephant Hills are Thailand’s first Luxury Tented Jungle Camps, combining the camp idea of African national parks with the Thai tropical forest environment of an elephant park. They offer 2-4 day nature soft adventure tours in and around the stunningly beautiful Khao Sok National Park area with luxury tents for night time accommodations. The Elephant Camp comprises tailor-made luxury tents and has successfully been operated for over 10 years, becoming a popular destination for family vacations. The floating Rainforest Camp, one of the world’s only luxury floating tented camps, was opened in 2011 and is situated on the emerald green waters of Cheow Larn Lake. Both camps are situated in the Khao Sok National Park in Southern Thailand, approximately two hours apart from each other, close to famous beaches and honeymoon destinations like Phuket, Khao Lak, Krabi and even Koh Samui.
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Blue Safari Seychelles Pointe Larue, Seychelles
Blue Safari Seychelles allows guests the freedom to create their own bespoke journey to explore and discover the remote outer islands of the Seychelles, encompassing Astove, Cosmoledo and the Alphonse Group of Islands. Providing experiences to the remote outer islands, Blue Safari Seychelles offers unique encounters like no other. Extraordinary marine activities are offered alongside barefoot island adventures, underpinned by eco practises, giving access to previously uninhabited and untouched atolls. Guests can select to stay on the islands and atolls and explore the diverse landscape of each, above and below the Indian Ocean. All itineraries are individual, and each customised programme is carefully curated with the needs of guests’ key experiences they wish to encounter in mind and each experience is elevated through education by marine biologists and conservation experts.
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Starwatching Private Camp Bidiyah, Oman Your dream getaway beneath the stars. Nestled in the sprawling Wahiba/Sharqiyah Sands of Oman, the luxurious Starwatching Private Camp is your ideal location for a comfortable, yet authentic experience in the desertscape. Established in 2016, the prestigious camp has made its mark as one of the most iconic desert hotels by setting a new standard for opulence. Spending a night at one of the inimitable camps at the Sharqiyah Sands Desert will give you a once-in-alifetime experience of absolute luxury in the breathtakingly haunting desert environment surrounded by the dramatic vistas of sweeping dunes, as you are provided with a superior level of hospitality with Desert Private Camping Company in Oman. Not only is Starwatching Private Camp featured, but their focus is also on sustainable tourism with local authenticity, privacy and comfort with Arabian hospitality. Supporting the local community, tours and private desert stays with Bedouins are arranged, with camel trekkings, desert-animal exploration walking tours or cooking classes to get to know the real desert life.
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Karen Country Club
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Nairobi, Kenya
Established in 1937, the spectacular 18-hole golf course is built and maintained to USGA and European Tour standards. The Club has been host to the prestigious Magical Kenya Open for the past fifteen years, which is now a European Tour championship and also the Karen Masters in collaboration with Sunshine Tour since 2017. Despite Nairobi`s temperate climate, you can play golf 365 days in a year in comfort, an intangible asset that few golf courses in the world can claim. The setting of the golf course is serene; its flourishing wildlife (both flora and fauna) encouraged by an active policy of nature and wetlands conservation and promotion. Everywhere you turn there is colour and beauty with various amenities to complement its offering; serene accommodation, unique dining experiences and other sporting facilities.
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Travelotus Luxury Tours limited Lagos, Nigeria Travelotus Luxury Tours limited is a Nigerian travel, tour, and hospitality firm situated in Lagos. They provide a comprehensive range of services, including incoming and outgoing travel and tour arrangements, as well as domestic and international transportation, corporate and personal concierge, and hospitality services internationally. To meet your needs, they provide ready-made, personalized, budget-friendly, and deluxe packages. They stay ahead of the competition by paying close attention to detail and maintaining the best possible customer relationships. They have a fantastic staff of youthful, active, and quick-thinking individuals who understand you and are ready to meet your demands. They make certain that you have nothing to worry about while flying at 30,000 feet or cruising in the Pacific. Travelotus Luxury Tours limited make certain that they design enjoyable journeys for you and feel that while many other things can be complicated, travel is not one of them. Planning is the hard part. Leave that to them.
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Anton’s Egypt Tours Cairo, Egypt
Real culture. Local food. Top destinations. Welcome to the world where luxury meets exclusive experiences that travelers only dream about. Based on the needs and aspirations of the groups Anton’s Egypt Tours proudly serve, they curate authentic and unique, once-in-a-lifetime experiences for guests from around the world. The team is comprised of Egyptologists who are born and raised in Egypt, so they live and breath the real Egypt lifestyle. Instead of rushing from site to site or being shuttled back to your hotel on a large tour bus, you’ll have the time to experience local culture. From discussing modern day topics at a street-side coffee shop, to sharing stories over shisha after seeing the day’s sites, you’re bound to learn about Egypt’s ancient history and its current way of life. Private Tours, VIP Access to Temples and Luxury Perks - To create the most luxurious Egypt tour experiences on the planet, the luxury group tour packages to Egypt include one-of-a-kind tours and excursions.
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Hayes & Jarvis Crawley, United Kingdom
Hayes & Jarvis has a long history of adventure; their company has been tailor-making holidays with passion and pride since 1952. Whether the dream is to island hop in Indonesia or lose oneself in India’s cities, Hayes & Jarvis are the destination specialists. With over 65 years of experience, they guarantee insider knowledge and worldclass service every step of the way. The origins of Hayes & Jarvis lie in the joy of visiting a new place. It’s where their inspiration for bespoke, detailed and truly personal holidays comes from. Hayes & Jarvis‘ Travel Consultants embody that spirit. They too love to travel, and are passionate about using their knowledge to create extraordinary holidays in over 65 destinations that are as unique as each of their guests.
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AirX Tokyo, Japan
Helicopter cruising makes the perfect plan for Aeros Skyview proposals, celebrations and sightseeing. You can see the night view of Tokyo Tower, Sky Tree, Roppongi Hills and more, that can only be experienced in Tokyo from 600m above the sky.
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byFood.com Tokyo, Japan ByFood is a multifaceted online platform offering immersive food experiences in Japan. Run by a diverse team of passionate foodies, byFood seeks out original experiences to connect travelers to local businesses in Japan by fostering a shared connection through cuisine. ByFood’s experiences, cooking classes, and restaurant reservations erase the language barrier between travelers and Japanese hosts. ByFood also inspire through high-quality videos on their Youtube channel. Providing unforgettable experiences for travelers and support for local Japanese businesses outside of the large cities, byFood facilitates connections that last beyond the duration of the trip. The focus on rural revitalization, local chefs and craftsmen, and authentic Japanese food culture allows visitors from all over the world to explore the world of Japanese cuisine. Join ByFood for an in-depth gastronomic experience in Japan!
www.byfood.com info@byfood.com Travel Temptations | June 2022 | 25
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Bike Tour Japan Japan
Bike Tour Japan connects international travelers to unique road cycling adventures, deep in the Japanese countryside. It’s their goal to slide open the doors for you to dive into traditional “Satoyama” culture, luxurious ryokan hotels, and unforgettable dining experiences. Each day on tour, challenge your body to reach breathtaking views, alpine lakes, incredible volcanoes, and historic onsen towns. Then, soak in a natural hot-spring onsen and sit down for a luxurious kaiseki meal to recharge your body at the end of the day. Whether it’s a guided tour, a self-guided tour, or a bespoke private tour - just let them know how you like to ride, and their expert tour designers will make it happen. They can’t wait to share the best of the Japanese countryside with you!
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Kensington Tours Toronto, Canada
At Kensington Tours, they help clients see the world, differently. They create fully personalized and privately guided journeys based on your preferences and travel wishes, which means no two trips are the same. Their expertise in over 100 countries worldwide across all seven continents means they take on all the complexities and logistics of planning their clients’ trips, so you can simply enjoy.
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Alto Wine Estate
IS A LEADING RED WINE PRODUCER NESTLED HIGH IN THE HELDERBERG MOUNTAINS IN STELLENBOSCH We are an Estate with a rich heritage and have been producing world-class wines for over a hundred years. We are the oldest red wine only producer in South Africa and are also one of the few wine estates to have only had five winemakers in our century old history — with two being a father and son duo. Our portfolio of wines is small and curated, our winemaker Bertho van der Westhuizen treats each wine as he would our flagship blend. From our Iconic Alto Rouge to our exceptional Alto Estate Blend, our wines ensure quality and consistency throughout. Visit our intimate Tasting Room, stroll through our barrel cellar or join us for our seasonal sunset rouge evenings and learn about the rich heritage and legacy that makes Alto what it is today. Address: Annandale Road, Stellenbosch T: 021 881 3884 E: info@altowines.co.za AltoWinery
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LIFT Airline Johannesburg, South Africa Introducing SA’s newest and most innovative airline, pioneering a new model of customer-focused flexibility. Co-founded during lockdown 2020, LIFT is the brainchild of Jonathan Ayache and Gidon Novick and took just 90 days from ideation to first ticket sales. Over a year later, LIFT is flying high with its unique offering of unlimited, free changes and cancellations, a digital LIFT Wallet for instant refunds and complimentary onboard vida e cafe coffee. During LIFT’s 16 months in operation, they’ve also added a Premium class offering as well as dog-friendly flights - a first for local aviation!
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Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
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Lusaka, Zambia
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is the largest of four international airports in Zambia. Named after Zambia’s founding father and first Republican President, Dr. Kenneth David Kaunda, who led Zambia in the fight for independence, this airport holds cultural and sentimental value for the people of Zambia. Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is situated in Lusaka, the heart and capital city of Zambia. Not only does it have beautiful aesthetics, it also has modern, state of the art facilities which include commercial and hospitality offerings. This six million passenger per annum capacity airport is well positioned to be the next regional hub on the continent. From the beautiful views of nature surrounding the vicinity, to the service quality rendered to clients, what’s not to love about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport?
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iJET Charter Dubai, United Arab Emirates Established in 2014, iJET Aircraft Charter, gives you access to over 20,000 royal private jet charters for worldwide destinations, to meet all your flying needs. With a headquarter in Dubai and offices around the globe, iJET Aircraft Charter strive to become the first choice for royal private jet charter, cargo charter, air ambulance, and helicopter, and executive jet charter across the globe, by providing discreet, reliable, and professional services to all their clients. Whether you need an aircraft for business or leisure, for cargo charter or air ambulance, iJET Aircraft Charter accommodate all your royal private jet charter requests. At iJET Aircraft Charter, they believe in going the extra mile for you to enhance your travel experience and offer assistance to select the aircraft you need, suited to all your unique requirements.
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STP Caribe Cancún, Mexico The new era of transportation requires the best service beyond ultimate expectations. STP Caribe is a family owned and operated business since 1995, continuously dominating the market with stretch limousine and SUV´s fleets within the Yucatan Peninsula. Their mission is to continually find better ways to serve their customers through innovation and technology, they strive in excellence in everything they do to meet your every need. Their Stretch-Limos and SUV´s provide a delicate touch of luxury in a cozy 2-5 passengers unit (their interiors have been designed to the comfort and rest needs of their passengers). They take special pride in maintaining an immaculate fleet. Their Stretch-Limos are exclusively designed by the CEO Lorena Herrera, adding an atmosphere of harmony with aromatherapy, amenities, and relaxing music that defines their brand like no other in the market. This is Black Luxury Service Signature by STP Caribe.
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Victoria Falls Emmanuel Taxis Tours and Transfers Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Victoria Falls Emmanuel Taxis, Tours & Transfers is the leading taxi service provider in Victoria falls. Offering private, comfortable and reliable transfers to and from Victoria falls Airport, Livingstone Airport, Kasane Airport, Hwange Park and various lodges and hotels. They have extensive experience in making sure your journey to or from the airport and will always leave you relaxed and satisfied.
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MBM TRANSPORT Doha, Qatar
The pillars of MBM transport are “Safety first, utmost care, unlimited comfort and on time every time.” Their tantalizing fleets of state of-the-art luxury vehicles are the tailor made for your varying requirements. MBM Transport provides safe, market driven and customer focused passenger service to all their clients.
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