Hideaway of Nungwi Resort & Spa (Zanzibar): review & impressions

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6 жыл бұрын

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@joelmugadza2164 2 жыл бұрын

We were in Paje and Nungwi on vacation last year (2021). We fell in love with the place, we are planning to go back again this year (2022). Zanzibar is a must go place.

@noahbowie5985 6 жыл бұрын

Wow. This is a spectacular place. The pool is gorgeous and the surroundings are to die for. I am adding Zanzibar to my bucket list and I plan to visit there in the next year or so.

@SandraNelson063 6 жыл бұрын

I loved the soft browns and biscuit tones of the room. The tile work in the bathroom was just various shades of brown, but still graphic and artistic. I appreciated the use of black and white photographs as art pieces. In this colour scheme, bold colours would not have worked as well. This makes for a very relaxing place to rest. The garden walkways are so inviting. Even I wouldn't mind clunking along the pathways with my cane. And for me, the view of that beautiful stretch of ocean is the reward. I was born in Nova Scotia, and was regularly taken to the Atlantic sea coast for dunking. I miss the ocean, but these videos help. But I bet the waters around this resort are a lot warmer than the liquid nitrogen that swirls up on the Atlantic beaches.

@geecee5894 6 жыл бұрын

you sir, are an amazing videographer from drone shots to subject close ups. I love the juxtaposition of the ambient music with the occasional clink of a plate or splash in the pool- superb editing. It is a pity the sandy area below the pool wasn't finished as it looks like an integral part of the resort...

@bbtravelvideos 5 жыл бұрын

Hi, After following and loving your channel for quite some time, i thought it was about time to comment! Looks like you had an absolutely fantastic vacation in Zanzibar!! All 4 of the resorts look so amazing. The big highlight is of course mnemba Island. So nice and peaceful. The water just looks amazing in all those shades of blue! Brendan

@MsKestrela 6 жыл бұрын

Another excellent review and video. The drone shots really add to the content. Zanzibar looks like a lesson in contrasts. I follow some 'backpacker' vlogs who have shown the other side of the island. Thanks for taking me upscale.

@ambercowie7025 4 жыл бұрын

Staying at this hotel in December and I can’t wait

@gosha_kadze 3 жыл бұрын

Ha. The same, but this year :) How it was?

@Swiss_Girl 4 жыл бұрын

this hotel was an absolut DREAM!!! we went in october🤩

@jintanmanis5000 4 жыл бұрын

11:19 I'm worried that guy gonna hit you with that trolley 😂😂😂😂

@muheza19 5 жыл бұрын

It’s a beautiful place to stay. Was there in April. The room was excellent the people are superb and the food was delicious. Would recommend to family and friends.

@ambercowie7025 4 жыл бұрын

muheza19 did they offer any day time activities ?

@midei 3 жыл бұрын

This is like being in the south of France: European gardens, conventional facilities and hideous decoration. Why travel to Africa to have more of the same? Sorry, but I watched your videos on the Soneva experience before and the barefoot luxury and now I’m hooked on that!

@1101millie97 2 жыл бұрын

When it comes to those dancing performances, what would be even better is if they could get the hotel guests involved (especially the younger ones), maybe teaching them how to dance East African-style.

@dzunglu7184 4 жыл бұрын

MagIcal and beautiful setting. Tranquility ❤️

@margauxderoubaix 6 жыл бұрын

This is beautiful, I would love to go there 😍

@erikazuazua4438 5 жыл бұрын

Hermoso!, muchas gracias por compartirnos. Dios le bendiga

@StayAddict 6 жыл бұрын

Really an entertaining Video! always love what you do. Thank you for sharing the great experience! i am always one of your fan :)

@matthewkluge5441 6 жыл бұрын

It is fantastic property and the drone footage was nice .

@geoffreyboucher7068 4 жыл бұрын

I’ll be staying next door in the Gemma dell est in 3 weeks time I plan to pop in for a visit to do my usual work stuff as both hotels are owned by the Rui hotel chain now,,there’s many beautiful islands in the Indian Ocean and Zanzibar and Nungwi beach have to be the most beautiful of the lot,and I totally agree sunset is absolutely beautiful,,,,

@TravelAnorak 5 жыл бұрын

I think Hideaway of Nungwi is the only place I've been to on your channel videos. We're returning to Zanzibar next year and may try Gemma d'ell Est which is next to HoN.

@fbagbey 6 жыл бұрын

Looked liked half the people at the pool were on their friggin' phones. Good grief! No one just relaxes anymore?

@matthewkluge5441 6 жыл бұрын

Francis Bagbey maybe they don't know how to ?

@TravelAnorak 5 жыл бұрын

It's the same everywhere. At mealtimes on holiday you see some couples who are mainly messing about on their phone when not eating.

@angelneba 3 жыл бұрын

This is beautiful, Perfect relaxes

@DilshadKhan-wz3bu 2 ай бұрын

Love Zanzibar love ❤❤❤❤❤❤

@semsemeini7905 6 жыл бұрын

Wow finally a resort with a gorgeous beach and no coral. Book me. I want to go ASAP.

@laki74 6 жыл бұрын

28:39 The first real glimpse of you. Finally we get to see the man behind the camera.

@McNulty030 6 жыл бұрын

laki74 yes, but not really ;)

@karinav.3873 6 жыл бұрын

Soy de Argentina! Excelentes tus videos!!!

@brucesumter4327 6 жыл бұрын

wow so cool it look diffen up hight with your drone also i did not see milk tea pop did they have it ??

@605silena 3 жыл бұрын

I love the pool

@esix001 5 жыл бұрын

My family and I will be going this summer to the adjacent hotel (La Gemma del' Est), hopefully it 'll be as good or better than this one. We really do like your camerawork and carefully chosen diversity of luxurious destinations all over the world. Some of them are within our range, others are (a bit) too expensive for a familytrip. Nevertheless, keep on enjoying the good life. Greetings from Antwerp.

@luxurytravelexpert 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind comment. Je woont in een prachtige stad ;)

@viorelpop261 4 жыл бұрын

I was ... nice location, nice hotel, great staff!

@Mali-pg5rv 3 жыл бұрын

great staff ????

@annivali4356 4 жыл бұрын

And yet another gorgeous interior in Tanzania. 😍 But seems a bit simpler and not so high end as the previous ones. Still nice. 😁

@enzichbriesies3379 3 жыл бұрын

On my way to this hotel in 2 weeks for All inclusive 7 nights. Hope it is worth it.

@aleksandrapetrovic1296 2 жыл бұрын

Amaizing video 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

@alaksandra1979 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. 🏖

@gm5135 6 жыл бұрын

Beautifull!!!

@ambercowie7025 4 жыл бұрын

What day time activities do they offer ?

@TheCOSMETICLOVER 6 жыл бұрын

Such a shame that the hotel didn't live up to expectations as the location is superb!

@ianhamilton396 6 жыл бұрын

Beautiful beach and vistas, although not private. The resort lost me right at the moment of the water entertainment and then the Michael Jackson impersonator. Native, culturally themed entertainment in the evening might be more appropriate. Underwhelming food. Magnificent setting in search of an identity and brand in my opinion. Looking forward to your review but I can already guess.

@sdstuff4789 6 жыл бұрын

have you been to Bhutan? landing in paro airport will be amazing

@kamalkhan4369 6 жыл бұрын

Beautiful...

@satsumamoon 3 жыл бұрын

Yay for the eco toiletries :) Why is it so rare to find them in hotels?

@relavid-relaxchilloutbeaut6943 6 жыл бұрын

thanks, cool😊

@abdulahmed6279 4 жыл бұрын

Was here in 2015 for my wife and I's honeymoon. It is the closest thing you can find to heaven on earth in my opinion

@claribelngundu2204 4 жыл бұрын

How much would it cost for 1 week stay

@klauswillner661 6 жыл бұрын

Sehr schick. Denkt man gar nicht. Das es so etwas in einer doch so armen Gegend gibt.

@jkbutnotreally 6 жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable video as always. I won't comment on the positive as it's been very clear that you're capable of providing beautiful and informative videos. Instead, let me comment on a couple of negatives. I may sound like a broken record, but I feel food hasn't gotten much of a focus in this video either. Don't get me wrong, the vistas, and the hotel areas and spaces, and certainly the sunset, get the VIP treatment from you. Food seems rushed. Also, the drone scenes are certainly nice to see. For some reason they appeared a bit white and washed out. Also, slightly rushed, moving from scene to scene. I'm sure you'll be eventually be able to masterfully use these too to your video's advantage. Thanks!

@luxurytravelexpert 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind comment, Thomas. Food wasn't the hotel's strongest point. You are correct about the drone images which are a little white. For a moment, I doubted including them in the clip. It was the second time I used the drone and I had put the settings not entirely correct. The good news is that I am used now to my drone, and I believe my next drone images (Soneva Kiri in Thailand) are amazing :-)

@noelortizfuentes5320 6 жыл бұрын

All of your videos are very Inspiring. This place is in my Bucket List. Could you tell me when is the best time to visit? Blessess...

@luxurytravelexpert 6 жыл бұрын

The best time to visit Zanzibar is during the long dry season (June to September) or the short dry season (January & February).

@noelortizfuentes5320 6 жыл бұрын

the Luxury Travel Expert Thank you for the advise. Keep sharing all the beauty of our World.

@ktdin319 5 жыл бұрын

No problems getting a drone on the plane and into Zanzibar?

@luxurytravelexpert 5 жыл бұрын

I did not encounter any issues at all

@ktdin319 5 жыл бұрын

@@luxurytravelexpert thank you so much... I've been stressing over the very idea of possibly not getting through with my Karma Drone.

@trini4eve949 6 жыл бұрын

1:54 nice, how come you uploaded 3 days later, btw?

@luxurytravelexpert 6 жыл бұрын

I was abroad, and WiFi was not strong enough to upload the clip :-)

@Corrosionchemist 6 жыл бұрын

At the 12 min. point in the video you briefly touch on the issue of the on-going renovations at this hotel. One of the comments posted on Trip Advisor mention this renovation. Aside from superficial areas that appear to be “shabby” (like the lounge area near the swimming pool), were there any more serious examples such an inefficient air conditioning or bad food, poor service, etc., that in my opinion could really constitute being “shabby”? Thank you.

@luxurytravelexpert 6 жыл бұрын

I wasn't a fan of the resort's cuisine (food was not bad, but not fine dining) and the hotel's clientele was rather loud and rude from time to time (it felt more like a Club Med than an exclusive luxury hotel).

@Corrosionchemist 6 жыл бұрын

the Luxury Travel Expert: Thank you for your candor! I think I’ll stay away from this place!

@liviu589 6 жыл бұрын

nice place in zanzibar

@shiloniousmonk 6 жыл бұрын

You’re always in such cool places. What are your top three places, if you could live anywhere?

@luxurytravelexpert 6 жыл бұрын

1. Soneva Kiri (Thailand) 2. Soneva Jani (Maldives) 3. Soneva Fushi (Maldives) :-)

@shiloniousmonk 6 жыл бұрын

the Luxury Travel Expert how about to live though?

@luxurytravelexpert 6 жыл бұрын

Cape Town would be my favorite place on earth to live (on condition that they fix the water crisis), followed by Vancouver.

@shiloniousmonk 6 жыл бұрын

the Luxury Travel Expert good to know, thanks so much. Cheers.

@extrastout1741 7 ай бұрын

very cute

@robyoungquist5803 6 жыл бұрын

Hmmmm. Seems a bit too “Club Med (ish)” for my tastes ... especially if the tariff is reflecting the fact that they consider themselves a “luxury “ property. 🤔

@athanasioskourouvanis4694 6 жыл бұрын

Which Drone do you use?

@matthewkluge5441 6 жыл бұрын

TheGreekPilot he stated in the video that it was the Mavic Pro .

@trini4eve949 6 жыл бұрын

Btw, what do you work as and why do you travel so much?

@rsdworker 6 жыл бұрын

at kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eNGoYLd7rtaxfps.html - you noted check in at two desks However there is 3 desks there - its needs corrected to show that

@scamelaandres3775 5 жыл бұрын

Do they speak English? I’m not a pool person so is the beach area done. Do they look down on people who bring something to float on while your in the water? Do they expect America money? It looks so peaceful.

@Lobellien 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video, but the hotel is not beautiful. I have stayed at royal zanzibar beach and resort. The pools, the suites and the restaurants are better than this hideaway of nungwi resort and spa.

@luxurytravelexpert 5 жыл бұрын

I agree, this is not the best hotel (although it is located on an amazing beach).

@Katiaamster 4 жыл бұрын

The worst organisation ever. Waste of money. Hotel itself its beautiful and the beach. Thats it. They are not willing to help, they just smile but not helping people at all.