Cheryl Cole has been spotted in Africa with her rumoured new boyfriend Derek Hough.

The ’3 Words’ singer and the Dancing With The Stars professional are said to have checked into a luxury resort in ­Tanzania last Wednesday, as Cheryl enjoys some time off between X Factor auditions.

A pal told The Mirror: “She’s having a brilliant holiday. Cheryl is really impressed with Derek’s taste and is loving spending some time with him.

“They’ve been enjoying lots of days out and Derek makes her laugh. She is having the time of her life.”

“Cheryl had no clue where Derek was taking her when he whisked off on her holiday.

“She was so excited when they landed in Tanzania because she loves Africa. She’s got really fond ­memories of the country after climbing Mount Kilimanjaro last year for charity. The hotel is situated one of the most beautiful places in the world. She told her mum he couldn’t have picked a better place.”