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✈️ Experience a Luxury Getaway to Zanzibar this November!

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Is your dream trip still stuck in the group chat? Are your friends constantly backing out, leaving your travel plans in limbo? Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply in need of a relaxing escape, AME Travel has the perfect getaway for you!

This November 13th-20th, join our luxury group trip to Zanzibar and experience a week of paradise. From the vibrant streets of Stone Town to the pristine beaches of Kendwa, you’ll enjoy the best of this stunning island all with like-minded travellers who are just as excited as you!

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Highlights of the Trip:

  • Enjoy a 2-night stay in the heart of Stone Town and 4 nights at a serene beach resort in Kendwa.
  • Explore Stone Town’s vibrant streets, rich in culture and history.
  • Visit Prison Island and its giant tortoises.
  • Dive into the marine beauty of Menai Bay.
  • Walk through Jozani Forest, home to rare wildlife.
  • Experience the aromas and flavors at a spice farm.
  • Relax on Kendwa’s pristine beaches.
  • Savor the island’s culinary delights infused with local spices.
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Don’t wait for your friends—book your spot and treat yourself to the adventure you deserve!
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⏳ Trivia Time

Which famous musician, born in Zanzibar, became the lead singer of the iconic band?

A) Bob Marley
B) Fela Kuti
C) Freddie Mercury

Scroll to the very bottom for the answer.

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Rema: The African Prodigy Shaking Up Afrobeats

How far has this prodigy risen? And what does his latest album, HEIS, tell us about his journey to the top?

He’s the young king from Benin City, the hitmaker who has redefined what Afrobeats can be, and now he’s making one of the boldest claims in the game—Rema has declared himself one of the Big 4. But does he have the credentials to back it up?

Let's get into it!

What We're...

📰 Reading: Lewis Hamilton's campaign to bring F1 to Africa. Formula One wants to return. Lewis Hamilton insists F1 cannot continue to ignore it. But after 31 years away, the sport still can’t thrash out a route back into the only viable continent (sorry Antarctica) it fails to race in: Africa.

Lewis Hamilton. Image Courtesy of PA Wire

🎧 Listening to: Teswess on Spotify. A Nigerian musician from the energetic metropolis of Lagos, is a true master of African music with a focus on the alluring Afrobeat style. Teswess has established himself as a pioneer in this upbeat and soul-stirring genre with an unmatched sense of rhythm. Teswess draws inspiration from the vibrant musical history of Nigeria to create music with throbbing beats, contagious melodies, and emotionally resonant lyrics.

📺 Watching: Mini documentary by DW English about luxury leather bags from Lesotho. Lesotho's leather processing fell into oblivion from the 1980s onwards. Now a dynamic duo is working to revive it and bring Lesotho back onto the world stage with a range of luxurious leather bags.

🎟️ Booking: art & mind IV by New Comma and Kwame Koda. The event will explore the connection between the vibrant hues of the sunset and the intricate spectrum of our emotions. From calm moments of introspection to periods of turbulence, the showcased artworks in this exhibition mirror the journey many of us experience in our lives.

Image Courtesy of New Comma and Kwame Koda

👀 Eyeing: Luxe lifestyle goods by Okapi. Founded by Hanneli Rupert, Okapi is a handbag and accessories label in Cape Town that showcases South Africa’s expert artisanal and natural materials. The brand is recognized for pioneering the use of African game skins including Bleskbok leather, which is ethically sourced as a sustainable byproduct of the country’s pre-existing farming industry.

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Trivia Answer: C) Freddie Mercury
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