The Amarula Best Retreats in Africa Awards 2009 will showcase, celebrate and reward the rich diversity of retreats throughout Africa, whether chic Urban Retreat, Swish Safari Lodge, Superior Spa or Romantic Resort.

While a panel of industry experts and celebrity judges will decide the winners' of eight categories, the ninth is all up to you — the iafrica.com Consumer's Choice Award!

We've put together a gallery of all the entrants and now we want to know who you think should be crowned the Consumer Choice winner of 2009. Whether you've visited the establishment, know someone who's experienced it or have read about it in the media, cast your vote for the ultimate hide-away Africa has to offer. The winner will be announced at a glitzy award ceremony on 22 October 2009.

Have a browse through the gallery of entries below, decide which you think deserves to win and select the winner from the list below!

By voting for the winner of the iafrica.com Consumer Choice Award you will put yourself in line to win an Amarula Experience of a lifetime! We're giving away a fantastic adventure to a luxurious African beach retreat in exotic Kenya!

You'll win a luxury Amarula Experience for two people with a three-night stay at the five-star Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa in Mombasa, Kenya!

Nestling in the pristine white sands of the South Kenyan coastline, overlooking the turquoise blue Indian Ocean lies the luxurious, exclusive and stylishly designed Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa, a 34 acre sheltered property with 380-metres of beach front.

This award-winning deluxe resort, also featured in the Condé Nast Johansens Global Luxury Spas 2009 Edition, provides the ideal getaway for the luxury travelers looking for the enchanting experience of serene beaches, world-class facilities and impeccable service.

Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa was the Winner of the Most Innovative Retreat, and runner-up in the Service Excellence & The Leading Wellness Retreat, in the Amarula Best Retreat in Africa 2008 Awards.

The prize includes return flights to Mombasa on Kenya Airways, transfers to and from the airport and a welcome Amarula Cocktail, and One Signature Treatment each at the Maya Spa Health & Wellness Centre.

Browse through the gallery below and cast your vote to win!

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Which of the establishments do you think is the best in Africa, and deserving of the iafrica.com Consumer Choice Award?
 
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Competition rules
  • The grand prize consists of:
    • Flights from Johannesburg's OR Tambo airport to Mombasa, courtesy of Kenya Airways. Tickets exclude airport taxes of approximately R1600.
    • Complimentary road transfers from Mombasa airport to Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa.
    • Three nights accommodation for two people sharing a Presidential Suite at Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa. Accommodation is on a half-board basis (buffet breakfast and dinner).
    • Also included is one Signature treatment per person at the Maya Spa Health and Wellness Centre.
    • The prize is valid until 15 September 2010, and is subject to availability.
    • The prize excludes beverages, telephone and fax calls, additional spa treatments, laundry & valet or any other purchases.
    • The winner will be solely responsible for complying with any passport/visa requirements and any costs incurred. South African-passport holders do not require a visa to visit Kenya.
  • In addition, we also have fantastic runner-up prizes to give away. You could walk away with one of 10 Amarula Gift packs, along with a copy of the Best 100's new "Spa's in Africa" book.
Closing date: 15 September 2009