{"id":9638,"date":"2019-03-13T10:33:36","date_gmt":"2019-03-13T10:33:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/AFRICAtime\/?p=9638"},"modified":"2020-07-07T11:47:40","modified_gmt":"2020-07-07T10:47:40","slug":"3-destinations-perfect-for-a-digital-detox","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/3-destinations-perfect-for-a-digital-detox\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Destinations Perfect for a Digital Detox"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Sometimes it&#8217;s necessary to unplug and disconnect from a busy hectic schedule, and going on a digital detox holiday with your family or loved ones is the perfect remedy! Why not experience one of these stunning and awe-inspiring destinations which are the perfect places to switch off and relax, and live in the moment.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_9642\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9642\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-9642 size-medium\" title=\"Mozambique\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_6012-600x219.jpg\" alt=\"Hammock on Mozambique\" width=\"600\" height=\"219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_6012-600x219.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_6012-768x280.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_6012-1024x373.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_6012.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9642\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mozambique<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Mozambique<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_9641\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9641\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-9641 size-medium\" title=\"Sunset in Mozambique\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_6013-600x219.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset in Mozambique\" width=\"600\" height=\"219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_6013-600x219.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_6013-768x280.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_6013-1024x373.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_6013.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9641\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sunset in Mozambique<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Paradisiacal in appearance, Mozambique with its heavenly white sand beaches is the perfect destination to visit for some R&amp;R. Spend the day relaxing in a hammock and catch a glimpse of dhows returning to shore in time for the sun to set.<\/p>\n<p>If you fancy exploring, there are pretty churches, grand fascias and defensive forts that point towards its Portuguese colonial history and add a little flamboyance to the natural landscape. Despite European touches, much of Mozambique remains unspoilt by a modern hand.<\/p>\n<p>The well-preserved coral reefs\u00a0are worth exploring by snorkelling, but those that like to go a little deeper will have the chance to see humpback whales or whale sharks with a dive in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/mozambique\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/mozambique<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Zanzibar<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_8275\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8275\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-8275 size-medium\" title=\"Zanzibar beaches\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_2444-600x219.jpg\" alt=\"Palm tree on Zanzibar beach\" width=\"600\" height=\"219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_2444-600x219.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_2444-768x280.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_2444-1024x373.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_2444.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-8275\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Zanzibar beaches<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Zanzibar boasts some of the best beaches in the world, with coconut palms and powder soft coral sands washed by shimmering clear seas. The beaches in Zanzibar are utter paradise, scattered with picturesque fishing villages, where people live a simple way of life, unchanged over the years. There are more than 25 fantastic beaches to relax on, and some are so peaceful and remote that the only noise breaking the silence is the ocean.<\/p>\n<p>The perfect place to escape for some tranquility!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/tanzania\/zanzibar-beaches\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/tanzania\/zanzibar-beaches<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Mauritius<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_8274\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8274\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-8274 size-large\" title=\"Mauritius\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_4846-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful Mauritius beach\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_4846-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_4846-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_4846-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_4846-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_4846-184x184.jpg 184w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_4846-90x90.jpg 90w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/IMG_4846.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-8274\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mauritius<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Mark Twain once wrote, &#8216;<em>Mauritius\u00a0was made first and then heaven, heaven being copied after\u00a0Mauritius<\/em>&#8216;. He&#8217;s not far wrong, as Mauritius, surrounded by the world\u2019s third largest coral reef, is a stunning island full of outstanding natural beauty. It has beaches that are strikingly white, lush green tropical rainforests, gorgeous landscapes, and a rugged mountainous landscape. Perfect tropical hideaway to rejuvenate!<\/p>\n<p>Inspired to visit one of these stunning destinations?\u00a0They are perfect to pair with one of our safari itineraries, so you can get the best of both \u2013 an adventure holiday as well as a truly relaxing one.<\/p>\n<p>Call us on 020 8423 3000 or complete an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/booking-enquiry\">enquiry form<\/a>\u00a0to receive a quotation from our booking experts.<\/p>\n<p>You can also find out more on our website:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/\">https:\/\/www.somak.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":39,"featured_media":9641,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[607,121,604,477,24,1,445,28],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9638","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-beach","category-honeymoon","category-inspiration-africa","category-mozambique","category-tanzania","category-uncategorized","category-wellbeing","category-zanzibar"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/IMG_6013.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_likes_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9638","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/39"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9638"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9638\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10886,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9638\/revisions\/10886"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9641"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9638"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9638"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9638"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}