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A snack on the sun deck surrounded by stunning views of the Victoria Falls, a romantic dinner on a train, a sunset cruise on the Zambezi river, an ukuchina massage, an elephant-back safari… these activities suggested by the Royal Livingstone Hotel will help you experience the true spirit of Africa Ever since 'Star Wars' premiered back in 1977, the saga has been in and out of the news as more sequels and prequels have been added, and now the whole series is promised in glorious 3D. For true fans frustrated at being stuck on planet Earth, Tunisia offers the perfect holiday destination as this is the location immortalised on screen as Tatooine, the home planet of Anakin and Luke Skywalker. Discover the spectacular scenery of the Virunga Mountains in Equatorial Africa, where the young American, Dian Fossey, studied the vanishing mountain gorillas and fought to protect these gentle giants and their habitat in a legendary story brought to life on the silver screen by Sigourney Weaver. Any visit to the vast red sand dunes of the Namib desert is a unique experience. Even so, there's a way to see this, the oldest desert on earth, that's quite unlike any other: from the basket of a hot-air balloon. The golden sands and red-walled citadels of Morocco's desert have played host to so may international film crews that the town of Ouarzazate on the kasbah route is affectionately known as 'Ouallywood', in tribute to the number of films shot in the surrounding area. From Australia to Venezuela, from Canada to Korea, 28 of the planet's most spectacular destinations have reached the finals in the vote for the New Seven Wonders of Nature. Colours, perfumes, sun sets, palaces, palm trees, gardens and squares... Marrakesh is a fascinating city and a must-see destination. All around there are unique and special experiences awaiting the traveller; we've selected just a few of the best. Set on 1,800 hectares of private land in South Africa's second largest game reserve, Makanyane Safari Lodge is a perfect place to relax or to discover the area's wealth of wildlife, as Michelle Obama and her family found when they visited last week. The white sands of a tropical beach, a mountain peak, or the wide plains of Africa: these are some of the places the hotel reservation site hotels.com has named as their choice from which to view the most spectacular sunsets the planet has to offer. Set on a 6,000 acre private reserve, just five minutes from the Amboseli National Park, everything about this environmentally-conscious luxury lodge reminds you that you are in Africa. Once believed to be the original site of the Garden of Eden, the many islands of the Seychelles offer peace and tranquillity, unique ecology and marvellous opportunities for outdoors sports. The archipelago is a perfect place for a honeymoon or romantic getaway. Instead of taking the kids on holiday to the beach yet again, why not pull out all the stops and take them on safari? Let them see the great beasts of Africa in their natural habitat, stay in Masai-style accommodation and discover the world of the 'dark continent.' The pace of life flows slowly on this Mediterranean coast; the Roman ruins give witness to past glories while the Algerian jet set enjoy the pleasures of fine seafood, a leisurely water pipe, blue skies and sunshine. The centuries-old winding streets and alleyways of the 'medina' of Fez, Morocco's ancient imperial city, reveal the debt of culture and refinement that so much of the Mediterranean owes to Arab civilisation. Set on a long sandy beach on the lush northwest coast of the beautiful island of Mauritius, this legendary hotel for couples and honeymooners has recently undergone a renovation resulting in a fine balance of tropical elegance, modernity, comfort, privacy and luxury. Putting cliches and prejudices to one side, anyone who wants a personal experience of the Arab world could do a lot worse than to start by visiting Tunisia. Here, in a modern African country open to the western world, a host of enchanting towns await discovery. And the most delightful of all could well be Sidi Bou Said. Located in Grand Bay, on the northwest coast of Mauritius, the Royal Palm hotel overlooks a beach of fine white sand and peaceful waters. A sumptuous spa, restaurants offering 'haute cuisine', and pleasant, attentive and professional service are the strong points of the this boutique hotel, making it an ideal location for an intimate getaway with your partner. A haven for turtles and rare sea birds – and for deep-pocketed lovers of the tropics – Denis Island is a picture postcard paradise in the Seychelles. Losing yourself in the Ankarana reserve in the north of the island of Madagascar is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Its great limestone massifs have been carved by the rain into intricate landscapes that will leave you gasping in amazement. Do you fancy a once-in-a-lifetime journey to a unique spiritual destination? In one of the most remote and beautiful areas of Egypt's Sinai Desert, discover the monastery-fortress of Saint Catherine, which has stood guard for nearly 1500 years at the foot of Jebel Musa, the place where, according to tradition, Moses received the Ten Commandments from God. Stories of fantasy, passion, scandal and adventure; there are many dreamed up in Hollywood, but they aren't all filmed there. This legendary hotel in Marrakech, closed for three years for refurbishment, has finally re-opened its doors to the public to reveal the marvels within.
