4 Dreamy Hotels and Resorts in South America and Africa

1. Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel, Grenada

LOCATION:

Grenada is an island located at the far south of the Carribean Sea, nearby South America and close to Puerto Rico. Known as “The Spice Island Island”, thanks to its famous nutmegs, cinnamons, vanilla, and cocoa. Grenada is one of the best destinations to get away from the crowded city and busy streets, as the island is located remotely with beautiful beaches, plantations, and natural resources.

STAY IN:
Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel is located in a hidden bay on L’anse Aux Epines Beach. The facilities offered for the guests are an outdoor swimming pool, spa, and a restaurant owned by an English restaurateur and television chef, Gary Rhodes. Inside the luxurious suites, a tropical garden theme interior is designed for you to enjoy the outdoor vibes even if you’re staying inside the room.

Offering fully air-conditioned suites with living rooms with a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, minibar, and coffee maker, the interior design creates a homey and cosy ambience with bright yet elegant colours. Having an authentic Grenada breakfast on the bed or by the pool is possible. While lunch is served at The Beach Club, tapas, and cocktails are available until evening every day.

For more information, visit Calabash Hotel.

WHO WAS THERE?

Top model Jourdan Dunn once invited her fellow models to celebrate her 28th birthday in the beautiful island of Grenada back in 2018. Dunn was staying at the Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel as she enjoyed her special day at the beach showing off the perfect way to get tanned and admiring the beauty of the exotic island of Grenada.

HOW TO GET THERE:

The easiest way to get to Grenada is to choose the flight that departs from Miami International Airport (MIA), USA. American Airlines offered direct flights from Monday to Sunday to Maurice Bishop International Airport (GND), St. Georges, Grenada. Although international flights from the UK, Canada, Germany and The Caribbean such as flights from Antigua, Barbados, St. Lucia and Trinidad are also available, flights days are not available every day.

WHAT TO DO:

Snorkelling at Grenada Underwater Sculpture Park

The Sculpture Park is located near Moliere Point. Taxi or bus trip is available from St. George. However, walking distance to the Sculpture Park is around 45 minutes. The underwater destination is not only well known for its old statues, but also an area of a volcano and the enchanting MV Bianca V shipwreck.

Sailing in the Grenada’s Blue Water

Blue Water Saling is a must thing to do at Grenada. If you are expecting to see more of Grenada’s beautiful shores, blue waters and searching for a relaxing moment on a yacht, Blue Water Sailing is the right choice to add to your to-do list. Sailing courses are available and combined with also plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful waters of The Caribbean. High-quality cuisine using fresh and local ingredients will be provided on board.

2. Molori Safari Lodge, Madikwe, South Africa

LOCATION:

Madikwe is a town that lies across the North West Province of South Africa. As soon as we heard the word Africa, the thought of seeing the majestic safari often pops out in our minds. Luckily, great lands where safari animals lived is exactly what you should expect to see in Madikwe, as it is best known for its amazing game reserve in Africa.

WHERE TO STAY:

Molori Safari Lodge

Molori Safari Lodge lies across the heart of the Madikwe Game Reserve. It offers accommodation in five exceptional open-air suites. The majority of the suites have floor-to-roof retractable glass dividers, opening onto a private viewing deck and pool. The lodge also provides a luxurious sightseeing site of the Dwarsberg Mountains and the Madikwe Valley and four different luxurious dining area. Ensuring guests are satisfied with total privacy, the exclusivity of a private pool, the spacious interior, fireplace, en-suite bathroom and inside, and outside showers are provided in advance.

HOW TO GET THERE:

Two types of services, both through land and air service are offered to escort the guests. The land service provides door-to-door transfers in luxury vehicles. Airport transfers are available for guests arriving at airports other than the O.R Tambo International Airport. The airport transfers will be arranged by professional services. It takes approximately three and a half hours from O.R Tambo International Airport to get to the Molori Safari Lodge.

Meanwhile, for private charter by air takes about an hour depending on the chosen aircraft type. Pick up service is available from the Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo International Airport directly to the lodge. For special guests, helicopter charter is also possible.
Lastly, for flying back home from the lodge, being dropped at Madikwe’s Private Air Strip is possible as it is 10 minutes away from the lodge.

WHAT TO DO:

The first thing to do when you are at the Molori Safari Lodge is to experience the authentic safari activities such as Molori Hide and Whiskey Bars, where enjoying the safari sighting while drinking at the bar is made possible. Other activities are also provided in advance such as Game and Tracking, where Rhino Tagging and Wild Dog Expedition in taking a closer look at the hyenas in the wilderness are fascinatingly possible. Relaxing Jacuzzis, Spa, and Pools while sighting through the safari is definitely worth to try. Having a romantic dinner under the lights and beautifully set-up tent with the perfectly designed tables and chairs under the stars complete the lists.

Celebrities such as Mischa Barton, Lily Allen, and Kate Moss were reported to also have stayed and having getaways at Molori Safari Lodge.

More to-do list:

1. Molori Hide and Whiskey Bars: safari sighting at the bar.

2. Game and Tracking: such as Rhino Tagging, Wild Dog Expedition.

3. Safari Sighting from Viewing Decks, Infinity pool and Jacuzzi.

4. Dinner in the wild.

Find out more about Molori Safari.

3. Selman, Marrakech, Morocco

LOCATION:
Morocco is located in the continent of Africa, where its land share borders with 3 countries which are Algeria, Spain, and Western Sahara. While Marrakech is the major city in the Kingdom of Morocco. Marrakech is often called the red city and known to be the home of beautiful mosques, gardens, palaces, and also souks.

WHERE TO STAY:

SELMAN HOTEL MARRAKECH

The stupendous Selman Hotel, originally an imperial castle, offers visitors a rambling royal spa, suites with French designs structured by Jacques Garcia, a French interior and garden designer well known for his contemporary interiors of Paris hotels and restaurants, an Olympic-size pool surrounded with palm trees and an Arabian stable which is home to thoroughbred ponies. The famous Moroccan tiles and jacquards adorned the hotel giving it an authentic touch of Morocco.

HOW TO GET THERE:

Flights to Morocco are easily available from most countries in the world. However, the easiest departure is from France to the Agadir Al-Massira International Airport, Morocco. Selman Hotel Marrakech is just about 15-minute drive from the city centre.

WHAT TO DO:

A Brunch at Le Pavillion
Le Pavillion is a Mediterranean restaurant located inside the Selman Hotel Marrakech among the luxurious garden of the hotel providing a beautiful view from the paddocks watching the Arabian ponies’ parade beside a swimming pool at the heart of the restaurant. Serving an authentic Mediterranean cuisine with a fresh and flavorful taste of dishes.

Unique Spa
Experience the traditional hammam at Selman’s unique spa place. It offers a traditional scrub treatment with black soap and the Rhassoul ritual using Moroccan clay to remove skin impurities and detoxification. The spa takes place inside a special candlelit room and a peaceful place with a small pool for relaxation handled by professional beauticians.

The Stud Farm
Arabian thoroughbred horses stroll around the green oasis with the hotel. Visits to the most luxurious private bred horse stables will also be available. Award-winning regal horses in various competitions around the world are kept here in Selman. A closer experience with these beautiful Arabian horses is made possible.

A Photo with a Backdrop of Morocco Tiles Is a Must.
The famous tiles of Morocco are definitely the highlight of every photo. The Moroccan tiles and its pattern can be found almost at every corner around the city including the hotel as well. Gardens are often decorated with the touch of this Moroccan jacquards as it creates its own unique characteristics.

Strolling around Souks in the Old City

The filming of Sex And The City 2 took place in Marrakesh for about two months. Sarah Jessica Parker says she cherishes Marrakesh. While Gwyneth Paltrow stated that “it is the best place on Earth” as she suggests strolling around the Arabic markets in the Old City in the evening.

Find out more about Selman Marrakech.

4. Rosewood Bermuda, North America

LOCATION:
Bermuda is located on the North Atlantic near the east coast of North America. Bermuda is famous for its pink beaches and other public as well as private beaches with blue waters located in quiet coves.

WHERE TO STAY:

Rosewood Bermuda

Rosewood Bermuda Hotel has a classic ‘90s vibes design for their pools. It is located right behind the beach which provides very easy access to private beaches. The four swimming pools are decorated with the classic white and blue pool seats with the umbrella and just a few steps away to the open shore. Rosewood Bermuda offers different types of British comfort and seaside style rooms, suites and residence with balcony revealing the ocean view and harbour view as well. The accommodation is providing one bedroom suites up to three bedroom residences. A world-class golf area and indulgent spa are also provided.

HOW TO GET THERE:

It only takes 90 minutes by air from the US Eastern Seaboard to arrive in Bermuda. Rosewood Bermuda is only 15 minutes from the airport L.F Wade International Airport (BDA). Airport transfer and taxi service are available as it is more convenient and accessible from the hotel. However, rental cars are not accessible. Ferry service is possible for getting to another island or for entertainment purposes. Find out more about Rosewood Bermuda.

WHAT TO DO:
Getting Pampered at Grotto Bay Beach Resort and Spa
Book for a spa inside the Crystal Cave with various organic spa treatments to give you the very best for your body and soul. Romantic couple spa and massage inside the cottages with relaxing music playing will be available as well. Grotto Bay Beach Resort and Spa provides a peaceful atmosphere with the sound of dripping waters in the natural cave.

Horseback Riding by the Sunset at the South Shore Beach
Horse Trail Rides along the beach are famous in Bermuda. Since horseback riding is usually unavailable at the public beaches, the entrance is alternatively moved to start from Warwick Long Bay with pink sands. Not just by the beach, horseback riding is also possible to travel along villages, valleys and also cities as well.