Travel to Zanzibar

A driver from the World Vision office (see photo - not much expense used on local office rental) drove us to the airport in Shinyanga to catch a flight to Dar and then to Zanzibar. They have been very good to us. I feel our WV money is being well used. People often wonder who to donate thru and this experience had confirmed our thoughts. Not only did we witness great projects in the area where Silasia lives, but other people (local people in Tanzania) have spoken highly of WV as well.

We arrived in Zanzibar to sweltering heat. Grabbed a taxi and drove into Stonetown. We had to check out numerous hotels until we found one with a vacancy.

The Sayyida Hotel is gorgeous and is right downtown so we could enjoy the old town atmosphere We walked along the waterfront and through the Forodhani Gardens. In the evening this area comes alive with street vendors. (See photo) Deb and Fred say not to bother with the Ginger Tea, but I had a wonderful cup of Spice Tea (aka Chai Tea to us). Yummy!