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my destination is the university town of Jena in the German state of Thuringia. Navigating the huge airport at Frankfurt I reach the station to board an intercity express. The train ride of three hours takes me across the beautiful German countryside passing through cities like Erfurt (capital of Thuringia) and Eisenach. I get off at the small historic town of Weimar from where I board a regional express that will take me Jena. By the time I reach Jena, it is half past eight. Even in May it is pretty cold. A slight drizzle greets me when I get off at Jena west Station.

Jena lies on the bank of the river Saale, a tributary of the Elbe. The Kern Berger hills surrounded the town, adding to the beauty. Jena, originally founded by winegrowers, was first mentioned in the official records in 1236. Since the foundation of the university in 1558, the city has acquired European prominence. For a sort of period Jena was the capital of an independent dukedom Saxe-Jena. In 1992 it was annexed to Saxe-Eisenach and later to the Grand Duchy of Saxe- Weimar, to which it belonged until 1918. On 14 October 1806 Napoleon defeated the Prussian army in the Battle of Jena-Auerstedt. In 1945, towards the end of World War II, Jena was heavily bombed by the American and British allies and most of the medieval town center was destroyed.

Jena was home to Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Friedrich Schiller and the optical engineer Carl Zeiss and for nearly 450 years Friedrich Schiller University has had a huge influence on the town’s success over the years, with great thinkers leaving their mark. This has made the town a unique melting-pot of tradition and modernity. These include the Botanical Gardens, (continue reading…)

Africana Sea Lodge

Die Africana Sea Lodge has small rondavaels and the public area is at the seafront. There are 158 rooms. It offers seven restaurants with a choice of Italian African and International cuisine. There is an animation and entertainment program for the enjoyment of all, in addition to the outdoor and water sports

Alfajiri Cliff Villa deluxe

Located in Diani on the South coast, Alfajiri Cliff Villa are built in airy Caribbean style and overlook the Indian Ocean built at an elevated position ensuring privacy with stunning views of the surroundings. The theme is large glass windows, ivory Danish floors, wooden beams, Lamu doors, complimented by an impressive collection of artefacts from all over Africa and the Far East.Most of the furniture is made on the property and some is exported. The gardens are meticulously maintained and include many palms from the villa’s nursery.

A stretch swimming pool sits on the edge of a small cliff merging into the sea and the horizon.8 guests can be accommodated at any one time in 4 bedrooms all en-suite, dining room, kitchen, lounge and a large veranda with huge hand carved sofas dominating the front of the house overlooking the Indian Ocean. All rooms are air conditioned with mosquito nets. Guests at Alfajiri have exclusive use of the property and separate guest may be booked at the same time. They also offer a discreet service from 14 experienced staff as and when required.

Chale Paradise Island

The small romantic island situated 10km south of Diani, is a nature reserve with white sandy beach, tropical rainforest, a wealth of bird life, and sulphur springs. It is mostly furnished with African/Arabic antiques with a total of 55 rooms. 35 tented bungalows, 16 apartments, 2 penthouses, and 2 executive villas. The bungalows and apartments have combined living and bedroom, shower, and a toilet, with private sea facing terrace. The main restaurant serves buffet and also offers a’la Carte meals. Two other restaurants serve international cuisine and freshly caught seafood. The Japanese restaurant serve ‘live’ prepared food

Diani House, Diani Beach

Diani House lies south of Mombassa and is set within 12 acres of a beautiful beachfront property. The house is surrounded by lush gardens and indigenous forests and accommodations are for eight people in simple spacious bedrooms. Each room has its own verandah with splendid views over the garden, beach and the ocean.

Forest Dream Cottages

Forest Dream Cottages is situated at the south coast. It has seven cottages, which are sited, over an underwater river, in 10-acres of unspoilt indigenous coastal forest.

The cottages can accommodate 5 adults and 2 children. The rooms are air conditioned
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