HOLIDAYS IN GAUTENG (SOUTH AFRICA)
Welcome to Gauteng, South Africa, and city commonly known as city of gold. Founded in 1886 when gold was found and is today world number one producer of gold, visited by business people and tourists alike. As economic and commercial capital of South Africa and power house of Africa the city offers enormous business potential to local and foreign entrepreneurs, overseas visitors stop over in this city before proceeding to Cape town or to the Kruger National Park (home of the big five animals) and other south African tourist attractions.
Gauteng Hotels, Resorts, Conference Centers & Spa:
Misty Hills Country hotel, conference centre & Spa:
Just 30 minutes from Johannesburg and 45 minutes from Pretoria lies Misty Hills Country hotel, Conference Centre & Spa. Set in lush landscaped gardens displaying an abundance of indigenous plants and birdlife. Take time out from your busy schedules and reward yourself with a relaxing Spa experience at our Spa in the Country situated on the property. Dine out at the world famous carnivore restaurant, Africa’s “Greatest Eating Experience” and choose from selection of succulent, charcoal grilled game and domestic meats, skewered onto Masai swords and cooked to perfect over an open fire.
For more information please check our Website: http://www.recreationafrica.co.za/
Booking on –Tel +27 950 6000 or 0861732237
Fax +27 957 3212
Email: sales@rali.co.za
Khaya Ibubezi- the home of the lion:
Khaya Ibhubezi is an exceptional distinguished Crystal Five Catering Hotel & Conference venue. Situated on the Vaal River, it is a gateway to an oasis of scenic splendor and revering tranquility. All within one hour from Johannesburg. The double volume Shaka Village is a delightful cross between traditional African and modern design.
The Chalet clusters, river Lodge as well as riverside Log Cabins all boast with innovative African interiors, awaking the senses through the bold use of colors and texture, ultimately creating a rich mixture of urban and country living.
For more information please check our Website: http://www.khayaconference.co.za/
Booking on –Tel +27 56 818 1613
Fax +27 56 818 1614
Email: ansiekhaya@lantic.net
Hotel The Michelangelo on Nelson Mandela Square:
At the Michelangelo on Nelson Mandela Square, elegance, unsurpassed luxury and service excellence have been combined to provide the business executives with the service and quality available only in the finest hotels around the globe. Because we understand the needs and demands of business executives, we offer various services and features in order to ensure absolute comfort and efficiency- from dedicated fax-modem telephone lines in the rooms to the business centre which provides him/her with all the secretarial support he/she may require. WI-FI hotspots are available in all public areas and broadband in all guest rooms.
For conference organizer, two fully-adaptable function rooms cater up to 160 delegates in a stylish comfort whether it’s a product launch, conference, or a seminar. The hotel is within walking distance of the nelson Mandela square, offering guests access to variety of restaurants, shop and boutiques, cinemas and theatres.
For more information please visit our web on http://www.legacyhotel.co.za/
Bookings on +27 11 282 7000
Fax: +27 11 282 7171
Email: Michelangelo@legacyhotels.co.za
Protea Ridge Guest Cottages & Conference centre:
Protea Ridge is a five star guest lodge and Conference Centre nestled in amongst rows of indigenous protea and lemon trees in the tranquil suburb of Northriding, Randburg. Fo humble beginnings of a mere three self catering cottages, Protea Ridge Boast eight luxury executive suites and beautifully appointed and well-proportioned self-catering cottages
The lodge offers state of art conferencing technology, and the venue offers delegates privacy, 24-hours guarded security, wireless internet access.
For more informationm please visit our website on http://www.protearidge.co.za/
Bookings on +27 11 704 5552/4/6
Email:amkel@mweb.co.za
Discover Game Lodge:
Discover Game lodge is situated on the Krugersdorp Game Reserve, which includes an abundance of animal and bird life, in fact is home to the largest indigenous bird aviary in Africa. The reserve host 36 different animals species including Rhino, red hartebeest, giraffe, Zebra, Oryx, Enland Sable, and many more. The main attraction being the 100 hectare Lion enclosure. The Discover Game Lodge has forty six luxurious rooms, all en-suite and equipped with TV and telephones. .You can experience true African sunset while enjoying the romantic atmosphere specially created for you.
The ‘Big Cat’ lion den & Eagle conference rooms can be arranged in various configurations and seats up to 200 delegates.
For more information please visit our website, www.discoverlodge.co.za
Bookings on +27 11 952 1970/1/2
Fax: +27 11 952 1977
Email: info@discoverlodge.co.za
The lion Park:
The Lion park nestled north of Johannesburg near the Lanseria Airport in Honeydew is an experience not to be missed. This remarkably different day out, with fresh air, casual gear and chance to meet some of Africa’s wildlife up close and personal is much for people looking for an outgoing difference.
The Lion Park can accommodate individuals, families and group of people in its luxury rooms, and conference centre for corporate functions. Why not come relax in the relaxing game drive through the park and playing with our lion cubs. The game drive will take you on a meaningful road through our antelope area, past our cheetah and hyena enclosures and then finally into our four separate lion prides of which one pride is rare white lion pride.
Another exciting area is our cub World section. This section is a walking area which allows you to view various other animals like our stripe jackal, black back jackal, striped hyena, wild dog and much more. There is also an area where you can go in with the lion cubs and interact with them, another is giraffe feeding which is done from a platform that puts your eye level to our tame resident giraffe.
For more information please visit our website on http://www.lion-park.com/
Bookings on Tel +27 11 691 9905
Fax +27 11 691 9904
Email: lionpark@cknet.co.za
Saint George Hotel:
ST George Hotel is a Mediterranean style complex, ideally situated 20minutes from the OR Tambo International Airport (previously known as Johannesburg International Airport) and the city of Pretoria. Magnificent, garden surround statues building. The exquisite reception, extensive patios, luxurious bedrooms, and memorable cuisine make the Hotel unique experience.
The Hotels ahs 130 bedrooms and can be either single or sharing rooms and features 32 conference and break away rooms to accommodate up to 2000 delegates with safe and secured parking.
For more information please visit our website on http://www.stgeorgehotel.co.za/
Bookings on Tel +27 111 316 1254/1166
Fax +27 11 316 5542/1
Email: info@stgeorgehotel.co.za
Goosebay Lodge & Conference Centre
Goosebay is set on the bank of Vaal river and you can enjoy a drink in the cozy pub with a roaring log fire to beat back the night chill, followed by dinner in the dining room overlooking the river. Cuisine is country at its best, but gourmet themes can be arranged, or have a traditional braai pit in the outside enclosed braai pit area on the river’s edge.
Fall asleep to the sound of rippling water and the odd fish jumping. Awake refreshed to the sound of bird song. Across the river, in private game reserve, buck and other game can be seen having their morning drink. Breakfast in the Boma area overlooking the swimming pool and river, ranges from health platters to full traditional fare. Your family and friend can enjoy river rafting, quad rentals, 4X4 routes, water sport, hiking and game drives.
For more information please visit our website http://www.goosebayconference.co.za/
Bookings on +27 16 987 1130
Email: info@goosebayconference.co.za
HOLIDAYS IN CAPE TOWN (SOUTH AFRICA)
Cape town is the mother city of South Africa and the second largest city in the country. Situated between the table Mountain and the well known beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, it developed from the settlement by Jan Van Riebek in 1652. Cape town is steeped in rich history and is a cultural melting pot with its diverse and vibrant character being derived from Khoisan and other African tribes from the North, and Indonesian, French, Dutch, British and German.
The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is one of Cape Town’s biggest tourist attraction, the waterfronts evokes the images of the early activities of the harbor.
Cape Town Hotels, Resorts, Conference Centers & Spa:
Lagoon Beach Hotel:
The impeccably appointed Lagoon Beach Hotel offers unequalled views of the Mother City’s most famous landmark-Table Mountain and unending vista of Atlantic Ocean. Immersed in an atmosphere of contemporary minimalist design and neutral tones, reflecting the natural surrounding environment. Ten minutes from Cape Town’s Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, with direct access to the beach. The hotel’s one hundred and sixty standard rooms, forty two option of suites, thirty eight apartments plus extensive and unique meeting facilities to compliment, are enveloped in a stylishly appointed, modern city hotel. With spacious deluxe suites on the beachfront. The apartments accommodate four guest, have two bath rooms, and are and ideal refuge for large families seeking a holiday at the coast. In addition there is a Presidential Suite available, with an expanse of ocean and beach front vistas.
For More information please visit our website on http://www.lagoonbeachhotel.co.za/
Bookings on Tel +27 21 528 2000
Fax +21 528 2010
HOLIDAYS IN DURBAN (SOUTH AFRICA)
Commonly know as Africa’s playground and situated in Kwazulu-Natal coast, it has become a popular destination for scuba diving and snorkeling enthusiasts from around the world with colorful tropical reefs and wrecks and a stunning variety of sea-life to be found. Added attractions are the pleasant all year round climate, the warm, clear water and excellent back-up in terms of infrastructure and facilities. The Indian Ocean presents the continual pleasures of the gamboling dolphins and the ostentatious whales. This attraction peaks each June or July with “Sardines Run” and is one of natures truly impressive spectaculars. Experience 20 000 Dolphins along with thousand Sharks, hundreds of Fur Seals and numerous Shoals of Game Fish and Sporadic Whale –all herding and feeding from millions of Sardine Shoal while a significant number of Sea-Bird dive bomb the feeding frenzy from above.
Surfing is one of the primary activities on the many beaches and boating are also very popular activities.
Durban Hotels, Resorts, Conference Centers & Spa:
The Vineyard on Ballito:
This is a luxurious guest house that provides a friendly haven in the sea-side town of Ballito. Enjoy superb sundowner ocean views from the terrace, a pleasant tea in the forecourt with its shady grapevine, or relax in the quiet privacy or the pool surrounds. Airy patios and bedroom balconies all make the most of the sweeping views, and invigorating sunshine and fresh ocean breezes of the balmy Kwazulu-Natal climate.
For more information please visit our website on http://www.vineyardonballito.co.za/
Bookings on Tel +27 32 946 1204
Fax +27 32 946 2616
Email: info@vineyardonballito.co.za
Protea Hotel Karridene:
The Protea Hotel Karridene beach attracts those who take pleasure in having fun and appreciate the tropical atmosphere. This modern and luxurious South Coast Hotel & Resort is well known for spacious sea facing accommodation, wonderfull food, friendly hospitality and first class service. The resort is situated between Lagoon and the beach at Illovo with Durban CBD only 20 minutes way and a mere ten minutes drive from the Durban International airport. The most attracting Pavillion shopping centre is also few minutes drive from the hotel, being the biggest shopping centre in Kwazulu-Natal region, offers some of the best shopping available.
The hotel has 81 luxury rooms, same-day-laundry service, Business centre & conferencing. With the fabulous Oakwood restaurant where a delicious dinner buffet and full English buffet breakfast are served.
For more information please visit our website on www.proteahotels.com/karridenebeach.
Bookings on Tel +27 31 916 7228
Fax +27 31916 72 37
Email: sales1@karridene.co.za
The Lodge at Prince’ Grant:
Prince’s grant is located on the unspoiled coast line of the north coast of Kwazulu-Natal, mere 40 minutes from Durban CBD. Set amongst vast cane fields and flanked be stretches of beautiful beaches, the lodge is the ultimate four star, golf, holiday and conference venue. The Lodge pride itself with private beaches, canoeing on the lagoon, bird walks, tennis and squash courts plus golf.
For more information please visit our website on http://www.princegrantlodge.co.za/
Bookings on Tel +27 32 482 005
Fax +27 32 482 0040
Email: plodge@saol.com
HOLIDAYS IN NORTH WEST (SOUTH AFRICA)
North West is for those drawn to the African wilderness- a world of breath taking scenery and endless Africa bush. Hectares of national parks, nature reserves and game farms stretch across our province. Wildlife enthusiasts will delight in the opportunities offered for self-drive game viewing, guided game drives, guided wilderness hiking trails, game viewing on horse back or from a hot air balloon. The area offers a variety of nature reserves, elephant and bird sanctuaries.
North West is an out door country, with a glorious climate and challenging adventure venues. Adventure ranging from abseiling, rock climbing, and hot air ballooning, paragliding, skydiving and water sports all available fro adrenaline junkies.
More information about North West on http://www.tourismnorthwest.co.za/
Kedar Country Hotel, Conference Centre & Spa:
Beauty can be yours. In nature, architecture, lifestyle. It is itself through unexpected pleasures. The sweet smell of lush and indigenous fynbos. The cry of the wild. The peace, the tranquility- the Kedar lifestyle.
The Kedar Hotels boast an African themed 62 bed roomed hotel and 8 versatile modern conference rooms housing authentic Tswana antiques and historical artifacts dating back to the iron age. Situated as the history farm of President Paul Kruger.
For more information please visit our website on http://www.rali.co.za/
Bookings on Tel +27 14 573 32 18
Fax +27 14 573 3377
Email: kedar@rali.co.za
Tau Game Lodge:
Situated in wild life The BIG FIVE(Buffalo, Elephant, Lion, Cheetah) Madikwe game reserve on the border of Botswana, Tau Game lodge is accessible by scheduled flights from Johannesburg International Airport and Sun City, or four hours drive from Pretoria and Johannesburg. The Lodge consist of 30 comfortable thatched chalets, all with view from the surrounding area of game approaching the water hole.
During the day you can have a look in the curio shop, relax next to the swimming pool or in the privacy of your own chalet. Delicious breakfasts and lunches are served in the dining room, while the out door Boma under the stars is usually the venue for dinner. The Lodge can offer a conference centre for up to 150 delegates with more sophisticated equipments and amenities available, yet complementing the BIG FIVE environment.
For more information please visit http://www.taugamelodge.com/
Bookings on Tel +27 11 314 43 50
Fax +27 11314 4349
Email: taugame@mweb.co.za
Motswiri Private Safari Lodge:
Situated on the BIG FIVE Madikwe game reserve it is an exclusive lodge offering a maximum of ten people a personal bush experience, which is impossible to replicate in large concerns. The Lodge offer some of the best views in the game reserve as well as the tranquil feel given by the mature trees under which the Lodge’s main building and 5 luxury bush villas nestle.
Motwiri offers true 5 star accommodation with each bush villa offering stunning views from private decks and multi-slider bedrooms and bath rooms. Add double-sided fire places, air conditioning/ceiling fans, and stunning bath rooms and out door shower and you have a bush experience second to none.
For more information please visit out website on http://www.madekwecollection.com/
Booking on +27 11 805 9995
Fax +27 11 805 0687
Email: reservations@madikwecollection.com
Thakadu River Camp:
Thakadu River Camp is set within the revering canopy along the banks of the Marico river in the eastern sector of the Madikwe Game Reserve. The camp comprises 12 tented suites, each with their own viewing deck overlooking the Marico river. The main area comprises an open plan lounge, dining and reception area, with the pool and bar area offering view of the gully and river to the North.
Due to this exceptional rich ecological setting, madikwe is fauna and flora, including the black and white Rhino, Buffalo, Elephant, Lion, leopard, Cheetah and Wild Dog.
For more information please visit out website on http://www.madekwecollection.com/
Booking on +27 11 805 9995
Fax +27 11 805 0687
Email: reservations@madikwecollection.com
Valley Lodge Magaliesburg:
Less than an hour away from the heart of Gauteng, set on the banks of Magalies River, lies Valey Lodge, a glorious blend of time-honored and modern hospitality. Surrounded by nature reserve on extensive ground, this secured, exclusive country hideaway offers 65 individual furnished rooms (some with fire places) ensuring the ultimate in comfort.
Famed for its professional, welcoming staff and classic country cuisine, all meals a are special occasion, be it a picnic on the river bank, the sumptuous Sunday buffet or a champagne breakfast on the sunny terrace.
The 8 conference venues seating up to 150 delegates are suitable for any event and the vast property lends itself to all forms of teambuilding.
For more information please visit our website on http://www.valeylodge.co.za/
Bookings on Tel +27 14 577 1301
Fax +27 14 577 1306
Email: info@valleylodge.co.za
Hermanus Holiday Resort & Harbour House Hotel
1) Where is it?
South Africa in Walker Bay, near Cape Town
.2) Why go there?
For there is plenty that you can enjoy in Hermanus, and that includes a nice beaches, walks, boat riding, paraglingding, diving, gallaries, shoping and enough history and hiphop, happening bars to keep the whole family happy. For whales, it is best late July to early November but population peak in October when male whales arrive in the bay for mating.
3) Kinds of food?
There is everything from franchise to fine dining. hermanus restaurants have guided brochures. The newest discovery and big hit with style set is La Vierge, and deli in the Helmet and Aarde Valley.
4) Rates?
If location is all the old harbour house wins hands down. Charm, calm and historical-monument status are bonuses. The Harbour House Hotel next door has 18 luxury isemi-self catering suites, and double room in both guesthouse and hotel are R1200.00 South Africa currency.
5) Contacts?
http://www.harbourhouse-hermanus.co.za/
Tel: +27 28 312-1799
Kwafubesi Tented Safari Camp:
1) Where it is?South Africa near BelaBela (Warmbaths), on Mabula Game Reserve.
2) Why go there?
To enjoy uninterrupted view of excelent emerald bush with free roaming of rhinos and and other wild animals from camping tents.
3) What to expect?
Accissibility to wildlife, and although it's a reserve and not the brute wild. The elephants and lions are on contraceptive, and you also get to see lots of Land Rovers criss crossing a domestiated wildersness which often sports less-than-beatiful timeshare blots on the landscape. Kwafubesi, though , is a respite from all of this. There are overnight horse safaris, quad-bike safaris, open four by four (4X4) safaris, and very quite bush walk. This is camping place with no electricity, it uses traditional old style candle light or a parafin light instead of electricity, and this is what make is deferent from modern city life, it is the escape from the busier city life style.
4) Kinds of food?
Homespun personall attenion food, cooked up in the kitchen behind the boma by the camp chef, Generally very good.
5) Rates?R1380.00 South African currency per person per room sharing out of season ( May and August); R1850.00 per person sharing in season.
6) Contact?
