False City oasis habariinspiration 48 S urrounded by 64 acres of beautiful grounds, the Safari Park Hotel combines the elegance of African architecture with cutting- edge technology. Just 15 minutes from Nairobi city centre, the hotel promises an oasis of calmness. The 168 luxury rooms and 36 deluxe suites enjoy large verandahs as well as special features such as hand- carved four- poster beds. In addition to its 2000- square- metre swimming pool – one of Africa’s largest – the hotel has tennis and squash courts, along with a fully equipped health and fitness club with Jacuzzis, sauna and gymnasium. The Safari Park Hotel boasts five restaurants offering African, Chinese, Italian, Japanese and continental cuisine. For al fresco dining, the Kivuli Terrace ( shaded by a magnificent terminelia tree) is a treat. Nightlife at the Safari Park ranges from the disco- buzz of the Cats msafiri In the second of our series on prime places to stay, msafiri checks into a Nairobi hotel that mixes business with pleasure Club to the more soothing ambience of the contemporary piano bar. Located in the hotel grounds you’ll also find Casino Paradise and King Solomon’s Mines ( with its 106 slot machines). Business guests will appreciate the Safari Park’s excellent range of conference venues, seminar options, workshop ideas and team-building pursuits – all of which come with full business support – whether you want to organize a themed dinner or an incentive event. llsafari park hotel Q WHERE Nairobi, Kenya Q STYLE Sophisticated elegance meets theme- park fun Q CONTACT Tel: + 254 20 3633000, + 254 20 8562222 Q www. safaripark- hotel. com MSAFIRI’S TOP PLACES TO STAY Set amidst seven acres of tranquil palms, with private access to the beaches of Kenya’s Watamu National Marine Park, accommodation at Medina Palms ocean village is selling rapidly. Comprising 50 apartments, villas and penthouses, the residential development has been designed to echo a 12th- century walled village, inspired by the spice traders who once plied this coast. “ I am delighted that both domestic and international investors have reacted so positively and quickly to the launch of Medina Palms,” said managing director Nigel Rowley. “ This has been instrumental in bringing the build program forward with construction now due to commence before the end of the year.” Each property has been designed with a focus on alternative energy systems, including solar and wind power. Bio Digesters are to be installed to minimise water consumption, effectively generating ‘ free’ water for laundry, pools and irrigation for the gardens and trees. Solar power will generate hot water and a wind generator is to be used for pumping pool water and selected community lighting. Medina Palms has also joined forces with the Born Free Foundation to support local conservation and education activities. Owners will be able to enjoy communal amenities such as swimming pools, a wellness centre, restaurant and landscaped gardens within a secure and incredibly beautiful location. Prices start at £ 150,000 for a 1500- sq- ft two- bed apartment. Q Knight Frank ( www. knightfrank. co. uk/ international) Your own piece of paradiseBRIGHT SPARK Q ww. SANTOK. com This neat little accessory cleverly combines adaptors suitable for use throughout Europe, North America, Africa, Australasia and the Far East, as well as featuring a handy USB power socket. Electronic items and gadgets such as mobile phones, laptops, digital cameras and PDAs are increasingly important for business and daily use. However, when travelling to different countries around the world, it can sometimes be difficult to keep track of all the various power requirements that each place has. The Santok World Travel Charger Adaptor is the answer, as it’s an all- in- one solution, which combines different adaptors into one versatile unit. It’s available online from www. blueunplugged. com. MSAFIRI TRIED & TESTED STK WORLD TRAVEL CHARGER ADAPTOR

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