It has always been my dream to join the Travel
industry, not only to travel the world but to also meet different people and
learn about different cultures. Many people get so caught up in their own
cultures and never take the time to see and learn about all the different
things that happen around them.
I was given an opportunity to travel to Zanzibarthis year in August, my first trip outside South Africa, what an amazing
journey it was. If only I could relive that moment again believe me I would.
Traveling brings about so many exciting moments, and this I experienced on my
trip. I never knew how amazing it is to travel to a place that is outside you
own comfort zone.
On this trip to Zanzibar I travelled with different
kinds of people from different back grounds, we shared quite a few things
together, and I learned something from each and every one of them. The
relationships I built with them will forever live upon me.
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Zanzibar is such a beautiful Island; I never knew
this until I got there and saw the blue turquoise water. I’ve heard people talking
about it, but this time I was the one who was experiencing everything. The
beaches are even more beautiful than what they appear in travel magazines, with
their white sands and relaxing on the beach under the palm trees.
Traveling to Zanzibar gave me good knowledge of how
other people live out there, how much they value their culture and their
beliefs. Seeing how the people from the village live each day makes you think a
lot and makes you wonder how they survive.
They don’t have much but they make do with what they have and take a lot
of pride in their island and their culture. Some are even gifted in making
different and creative things to sell to tourists like bags, bracelets,
clothing etc.
The most exciting thing I got to do while on the
trip was experiencing Stone Town, the islands capital. This is where you get to
see the cultural part about Zanzibar; the Swahili atmosphere gives you the
chance to experience the living history. The markets and bazaars are found
here, most of their historic buildings are located in the heart of Stone
Town. For a complete Zanzibar trip I
would advise people to take a little tour around Stone Town and get a feel of
the Swahili culture.
To conclude my story, I have to say Zanzibar is a one of the
most beautiful places I’ve ever been to and the experience will forever live
on. For as long as I have not travelled around the world and get to see other
destinations, by far Zanzibar stands out for me and I’ll definitely go back
again for a nice long holiday.
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| Andisa Mesatywa & Chane Barker in ZANZIBAR |
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