One of the UK's leading boutique tour operators, Turquoise Holidays, has negotiated an exclusive Christmas Holiday discount saving £2,500 per family at its top selling resort, The Residence, on the Tanzanian island of Zanzibar in East Africa.

Despite the tropical setting, the Christmas holiday is a significant celebration in Zanzibar, so Santa will still put in appearance at The Residence, the festive season will be reflected throughout its menus and children will be entertained daily either at the Kids Club, which runs from 8 am to 530 pm for ages four to 12, with one of the many seasonal popular kids' films or with the vast array of water sports and excursions laid on by the resort.  Children will especially enjoy discovering Zanzibar's intriguing history. The very name Zanzibar evokes childhood images of Sinbad the Sailor, Arabian Nights, dhows, spices and pirate treasure, so young explorers certainly won't be disappointed.  Complimentary bicycles are provided with each villa.

The Residence Zanzibar is a pool villa retreat is set on the south west coast of the island. Its location, just 55 minutes from the airport, is one of the finest on the island, with 32 hectares of pristine on a mile-long powdery white sand beach flanked by coconut palms and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. The village of Kizimkazi, famous for its dolphin safaris, is just 20 minutes 'drive away.
The first resort in Tanzania to be a member of Leading Hotels of the World, The Residence Zanzibar has 66 spacious stand-alone contemporary villas, each with its own private swimming pool - ideal accommodation for a family of four.  The resort's professionally trained butlers are a highlight as they ride traditional 'tricycles' with a large rattan trunk around the property as they endeavour to take care of every aspect of their guests' well-being.
The Residence Zanzibar is one of Turquoise Holidays' best-selling resorts in East Africa due to its luxury all-inclusive package which offers exceptional value for money for full board, unlimited drinks, daily snorkelling adventures, non-motorised water sports, yoga sessions, access to the sauna and hammam, bicycle access around the resort and much more.

Seven nights in a Luxury Garden Pool Villa on a half board basis costs £11,699 based on two adults and two children aged 6-11yrs departing on 21st December and returning on 30th December. International flights are with Oman Air and include a compulsory stopover in Oman on the way home (hotel is included in the rate).   An upgrade to full board costs £55 per person per day.

For more information and bookings, or a copy of Turquoise Holidays' Family brochure call T: 01494678400 or visit www.turquoiseholidays.co.uk. For a personal consultation, why not make an appointment at the Turquoise Holidays Shop, 147 Northcote Road, London SW11.  All the family are welcome.