Image via Kiwi Collection The Palms Resort | Vintage Stamps from Tanzania and Zanzibar | Layout by Luster © 2010

I have long wished to see Africa, and every once in awhile I get my fix looking at safari websites in South Africa, Botswana, and Tanzania. I always forget that the incredible island of Zanzibar is just a short ferry ride away from the coastal town of Dar es Salaam on Tanzania’s East coast. What an incredible place to end a journey from the mainland.

This beautiful island is famous for Stone Town, the only ancient town left in Africa that still functions, it’s picturesque beaches, and long history as the center of the Spice trade route.

Images via Klindi Hotel | North Zanzibar

{Clockwise Left to Right: photo by Eric Laforgue, photo by Zanzibar Beach House Co, photo via planet ware, photo by Zanzibar Beach House Co}

Mnemba Island Lodge

{Clockwise Left to Right: image via Africa Diving Co, images via Lahita Expeditions, Matemwe via Asila Africa}

Images via Zanzibar Beach House Co

{Clockwise Left to Right:} Striped Cover up, terry lined African stripe sarong, gold and straw sunhat, chiffon dress/cover up, recycled plastic woven bracelets, leather trimmed market basket, streamline luggage, antiqued moroccan hoop earrings, embellished sandal, gold python passport cover, guides to zanzibar, wrap beaded bracelet