The Stanley and Livingstone Hotel
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
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THE STANLEY
and LIVINGSTONE HOTEL - VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE
History
For
millions of years, a mighty curtain of water eroded away a series
of gorges along what was to be named the Zambezi River. It was
not until 1855 however, that the presence of this truly spectacular
waterfall was made known to the world. Missionary and explorer
extraordinaire, David Livingstone, had vowed to find a route to
the East Coast of the African continent, having already endured
months of hardship in travelling south east from Luanda to Sesheke.
Some 50 miles along his journey in the company of 120 Makololo
tribespeople, he encountered this most magnificent waterfall which
he named after his Queen, Victoria.
In the fourteen years that followed,
Livingstone endured life-threatening hardships in the course of his
exploration and he
was at his lowest ebb
in 1871 when he met famous English reporter, Henry Stanley. Stanley had
been sent by J.G. Bennet of the New York Herald specifically to find
Livingstone who had not been heard from for two years. Stanley greeted
the explorer with the now famous words "Dr. Livingstone, I presume?" The
two struck up a friendship which was only ended when Stanley elected
to return to England in 1872, having failed to persuade the intrepid
missionary to accompany him. Dr David Livingstone died on 1 May 1873,
aged 60. He had travelled some 50 000 kilometres in Africa, adding a
considerable area to the known portion of the globe and in so doing,
he became one of the legendary figures of Southern and Central Africa.
The Stanley and Livingstone at Victoria Falls is named after two men
whose pioneering spirit lives on in the region.
Description
Situated on a gorgeous 6000-acre private estate,
just 10 minutes from Victoria Falls, this small luxury hotel offers
10 exquisitely furnished suites,
all of which are air-conditioned and equipped with satellite TV. Each
suite has its own patio which looks out onto lush, tropical gardens and
shimmering ponds. The swimming pool and outdoor recreation area provide
guests with the opportunity to soak up the sun and scenery just metres
from the African bush. The tranquil environment is complimented by the
natural thatch and brick used throughout the hotel.
Public rooms include
a tastefully furnished living room and separate dining room, and an
elegant bar overlooking nearby waterholes. The hotel prides itself
on the variety
and quality of the cuisine offered to the guests. There is also a fully
equipped fitness centre as well as a classically designed boardroom
suitable for use by up to 16 delegates. Complementary transport is
available for
our guests to and from the Falls Town and the airport. Game drives
on the hotels estate are also complimentary and elephant rides and
bush dinners
will happily be arranged on request.
Service
Available service includes airport transfers in luxury air-conditioned vehicles,
complimentary transfers and tours of Victoria Falls and the town, game
drives, guided
walks, fishing,
canoeing, laundry, swimming pool and gym. Guests have access to email & internet,
restaurant & bar overlooking the waterhole, and resident conference
facilities (up to 16 delegates).
Suites
All suites have their own
living room and separate bedroom with a choice of twin or double beds
together with the following features:
• Mini Bar
• Electronic Safes
• Satellite TV
• Air Conditioning
• Bathrooms with separate shower
• Private Patio
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