Category Archives: Africa

Design Ideas from The Selman in Marrakech

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Sara Bliss

The wind is howling outside my window right now and through a wall of rain, I am watching the East River creep higher and higher! The view is grey, grey, and more grey, so I thought it would be a … Continue reading →

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Exotic Glamour: The Royal Mansour in Marrakech

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Sara Bliss

I am crazy about Moroccan design. I love the exotic glamour of it–the rich colors, the incredible details, the pattern-on-pattern, the silhouettes.  Some of the best examples of Moroccan design can be found in its hotels like the stunning La Mamounia and La … Continue reading →

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Design Lessons from Peacock Pavilions in Marrakesh

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Sara Bliss

Clearly, Maryam Montague has superpowers. Maryam is the mother of 2, and a human rights and democracy specialist who advises governments. Wildly impressive on its own. But Maryam also has another very prolific and more creative identity as a designer, … Continue reading →

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Virtual Vacation at Lamai Serengeti in Tanzania

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Sara Bliss

For those of you looking for adventure, it doesn’t get much better than the Lamai Serengeti located in the northern section of the breathtaking Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Owned by Nomad Tanzania, one of the top safari companies in … Continue reading →

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Get The Look of the Olive Exclusive Hotel in Namibia

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Sara Bliss

Pairing traditional African style with contemporary design, the  Olive Exclusive Hotel in Namibia is the vision of South African photographer Micky Hoyle. The 7-suites, a blend of rustic and glamorous design elements, are some of the most alluring hotel rooms … Continue reading →

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