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Summer Special OffersSummer in South Africa is back, and to celebrate we have a HUGE range of brand new special offers to tempt you this month!Game reserves, beach holidays, mountain getaways, golfing specials, spa breaks, Christmas packages - the selection is almost endless! We've also got very different exciting packages to other African and Indian Ocean destinations. Take a look at our SIZZLING HOT SPECIALS - and think about it - what would you rather be doing in the middle of winter, when it's cold and miserable outside?!
A delightful combination of olive oil, olives, wine, Mediterranean food, and festivity, await visitors to SA's largest gathering of olive producers at the 4th annual Cape Olive Fair.
Dedicated to the delights of the olive fruit and fresh produce, the venue is in keeping with the tradition of hosting the event within the Cape Town area, in settings offering Old World ambience and pleasant outdoors surroundings. As you arrive you will find a quaint square with 150-year-old buildings and a chapel surrounded with old trees, tables, umbrellas and food stalls. The wine, freshly baked bread, cheeses and buckets of olives will transport you to a sunny square in a far away village. You will stroll down a lane with flowers, herbs, vegetables, antique sellers, basket weavers and mime artists. The olive and deli market will be held under roof in halls where olive lovers will indulge in the largest selection of South African olive products. From plump, juicy olives to those that are dried or semi-dried, olives stuffed with nuts, anchovies or red pimento, tapenades and a comprehensive range of locally produced piquant, medium and mild extra virgin olive oils. You will also find books on olives, olive cosmetics, olive trees, olive leave extract and olive ice cream specially made for the occasion. Producers will travel from all over the Karoo , Overberg West Coast and Winelands to present their wares to visitors. South Africa 's internationally acclaimed olive producers Vesuvio, Willow Creek and Buffet will host info talks and demonstrations. After you have filled your shopping bag with bread, olives, vegetables, handmade cheeses ... look up and see Table Mountain and enjoy a lazy afternoon in the courtyard with mime artists and music provided by opera singers, the accordion player Stanislav and Fine Music Radio. Each visitor will be provided with a wine tasting glass, compliments of Consol, to sample a delectable range of wines from local olive estate.
Price: R60 per person. Pensioners R40 only on 30 Sep. Children under 12, free. The price includes wineglass, tastings, shopping bag; visitors map, live music and free parking.
We've got a BIG variety of summer specials to choose from! Keep watching, as we regularly update this page with new specials to suit all tastes and budgets ...
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Very Special Places at Very Special PricesCode AH03 – Table Bay Package to Cape TownThe Table Bay Hotel is a five-star, 329-room hotel and it uniquely responds to its magnificent surroundings. It has a maritime flavour that extends to each room and suite, which has sea or mountain views, and is a luxurious port of call. The interior of the hotel presents a kaleidoscope of impressions, from the European marble mosaic of the entrance court to the intricate parquet floor of the foyer framed by the full-scale drama of Table Mountain, with the activity of the harbour in the foreground. Below the foyer to the south, is the grand lounge with its cathedral ceiling and twin fireplaces. A nearby dock, capable of accommodating an ocean liner, is at the threshold of the restaurant. The restaurant, has a private dining bay and Wine Cellar, and panoramic views of the mountain range and harbour.
From ZAR2499.00 per person sharing, our package includes return airfare from Johannesburg to Cape Town, 2 days group A car hire with unlimited mileage and maximum insurance, 2 nights accommodation in a standard room on a bed and breakfast basis and tourism levy.
Valid to 19 December 2005.
Code AH04 – Zimbali Lodge Package to Balito, KZN There is an illusory stillness as you enter Zimbali Estate due to the tranquil temperament of this coastal forest. Deceptive, as antelope graze amidst the forest and magnificent butterflies flutter as they suckle on lush hibiscus leaves, prolific bird-life and a thumping wedge shot from the surrounding golf course, can all be heard, but it's subliminal and does not mar the gentle ebb and flow of the Estate. An ideal retreat when it comes to getting-away-from-it-all all and relaxing. Zimbali Lodge and Country Club is located in a coastal forest surrounded by a championship 18-hole Tom Weiskopf designed golf course and naturally occurring lakes and wetlands. The lodge is a 5-Star boutique hotel and all the guest rooms offer five-star luxury accommodation, designed to complement the natural surrounding forest and to reinforce the charm of African Classical architecture. The service emphasis is personal care and attention - Butlers are on hand to attend to the guest's every need. The cuisine is sublime and only the freshest ingredients are used. The exclusive Health Spa offers a refreshing therapy of its own kind with its range of holistic treatments.
From ZAR2499.00 per person sharing, our package includes return airfare from Johannesburg to Durban, 2 days group A car hire with unlimited mileage and maximum insurances, 2 nights accommodation in a standard room on a bed and breakfast basis and tourism levy.
Valid to 19 December 2006.
Code TC04 – Three Cities Resorts Spring Celebration! Cape Town: Lagoon Beach Hotel - from ZAR200.00 per person per night sharing in self-catering apartments (based on 4 adults sharing) Hluhluwe: Zululand Safari Lodge – from ZAR275.00 per person per night sharing, self-catering. (based on 2 adults sharing) Drakensburg: Alpine Heath Resort – from ZAR150.00 per person per night sharing, self-catering (based on 6 adults sharing) Mpumalanga: Greenway Woods Resort – from ZAR150.00 per person per night sharing, self-catering (based on 6 adults sharing) Plettenberg Bay: Plettenberg Park – from ZAR965.00 per person per night sharing, bed and breakfast (based on 2 adults sharing)
All the above are subject to a minimum three night stay.
Valid to 31 October 2005.
Code SI01 – Sun City “Christmas Day” From 01 October to 16 December 2005, Sun City Resort will once again be offering the fantastic Christmas Day Visit Special to groups of 10 people or more. Round up your friends for a day packed with fun! Our day package rate of ZAR250.00 per person includes: Entrance into the Sun City Resort, entrance to the Valley of Waves, welcome drink on arrival at the Sun Terrace Restaurant, Christmas Buffet Lunch at the Sun Terrace Restaurant, Christmas party hats and crackers, and a gaming card with ZAR40.00 promotional credits. In addition each guest will be entitled to tickets to the Afro-dizzia Extravaganza Show at the discounted rate of R60.00 per person, 10% discount on game drives, 10% discount from Letsatsing Outdoor Adventure Centre on all Outdoor Adventure Activies (eg quad biking, archery, clay pigeon shooting etc) and 25% discount from Segway Tours.
All bookings and services are subject to availability. This offer applies to groups of a minimum size of 10 persons.
Valid from 01 October to 16 December 2005 (excluding 25 November to 06 December due to the Million Dollar Golf Tournament)
Code VL01 – Village Lodges in Cape Town Positioned at the centre of De Waterkant Village our guest lodges and fully serviced cottages have gained a strong reputation for providing high quality accommodation. Reception, restaurant, pools, bars and designer home-style shop - 'the village lodge' is uniquely different from the rest.
Nestled on the slopes of Signal Hill in the fashionable and historic Bo-Kaap area 'De Waterkant Village' dates back to the 1700's when its cottages were built to house slaves. The name 'Waterkant' originates from the Dutch word meaning 'waters edge'.
Today this bohemian village and National Preservation site is one of Cape Town's oldest and most attractive residential areas popular with local and international visitors. Our main lodge, in Napier Street, is at the centre of the village, a cobbled stone street adding to its unique character and charm with a definite taste of old Cape Lifestyle. The Village is ideally positioned within easy walking distance of the city centre, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and the Cape Town International Convention Centre. The area also boasts a good selection of highly recommended restaurants, coffee shops, wine bars, clubs, deli's and a nearby Cabaret Theatre.
Spring Special – 50% off: ZAR450.00 to ZAR550.00 per room per night, including breakfast!
Valid to 30 September 2005
Code TT01 – Sandford Park Country Hotel Nestled at the foothills of the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Mountains, now a proclaimed World Heritage Site, a century old coach house nestles peacefully amid natural springs and streams. Dating back to 1850, Sandford Park started its life as a coach house offering food and shelter to pioneers carving a road between Kwa Zulu Natal and Gauteng. The serene lake is stocked with Florida Bass for the avid fisherman, or visitors can restfully canoe on the quiet waters. There is a games room and bowls, tennis, squash and golf nearby. Sandford Park is situated in the foothills of the Central/Northern Berg, close to the famous Amphitheatre and Royal National Park, where spectacular views and beautiful walks can be enjoyed by young and old alike. Our two night self drive package costs from ZAR686.00 per person sharing, and includes 2 nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis. Or we’ll include return flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg and a group P car with 200km free per day and standard cover insurance, from R1513.00 per person sharing. (Excludes departure taxes). In addition to the above, all kids will receive an activity pack on arrival, and you’ll receive a complimentary bottle of house wine with your first night’s dinner (plus a soft drink for kids), 10% discount of any hand woven rug purchase from Kwa Zulu Weavers and R5.00 discount off any candle purchase from Kwa Zulu Weavers Candle Warehouse. Valid from 21 September to 10 October 2005.
Code TS04 – Pre-Festive High Season Special Offer at The Bay Overlooking Cape Town's spectacular Camps Bay beach, The Bay combines the charm and sophistication of a truly international resort. The views range across a sweeping stretch of some of the world's finest beaches to the majestic Table Mountain. Near at hand are the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront and the heart of the city. Each bedroom has their own private entrance lobby and en-suite bathroom with a separate shower. There is a range of relaxation facilities including the casual and accessible beach bar, Sandy B, as well as the more refined Traders Lounge where wine can be selected prior to enjoying the cuisine from the hotel's exciting restaurant, Tides. Light meals and refreshments are served from the Espresso Bar, which you can enjoy on the Pool Deck, on the beach or in the sitting room. A stay at The Bay is an experience you will never forget. Stay at the very sought-after, five star exclusive Bay Hotel on the beach in Camps Bay, Cape Town at greatly reduced rates! From ZAR2080.00 (depending on room type) per person sharing per night, including full breakfast. Valid from 15 November to 20 December 2005.
Code PF02 – Summer Days at Phantom Forest Phantom Forest in the heart of the Garden Route is one of South Africa’s most stunning, well-kept secrets. Soak up the ambience of this incredible eco-lodge … the memories will stay with you forever. Nestling in the Afromontane Forest, with endless views, shared only with our resident Fish Eagles, the Phantom Forest... whispers a special magic. Fourteen luxurious 'tree suites' are an African celebration of natural textures. From the 'Body Boma' wellness centre to our award winning restaurants, (satisfying the most discerning palate!) from canoes, bubble-barrel, sauna and meandering boardwalks, the whispering magic goes on and on.... Experience the evocative... sights...sounds... scents... and tastes of Africa... at their very best!
2 nights from ZAR2590.00 per person includes breakfast daily, 2 six course gourmet dinners, a picnic lunch, a funky Phantom Forest gift, a fabulous bottle wine and delicious snacks in your room on arrival.
Valid to 31 October 2005
Code TL01 – Play in the Garden Route! Tranquility is about sound, not making noise but listening to the natural hum of the living forest, the sea and its splendour, and the river and its serenity! At Tranquility Lodge in the Tsitsikamma Forest National Park on the beautiful Garden Route of South Africa you'll experience this, where the Ocean and Forests meet in magnificent splendour! Tranquility Lodge is situated at one of the Cape Coast’s finest fishing grounds - rock, surf, estuary and fly fishing. Natures Valley is situated at the end of the legendary Otter Trail and has a variety of hiking trails where you can explore forests, waterfalls, ancient Khoisan Caves, estuaries, and wonderful hikes. This area is also one of the best birding areas of the Cape. Golf, bungy jumping, bungy swing, whale watching, dolphin watching, ocean cruises, scuba diving and mountain biking are just some of the delights close by. You can also have a choice of holistic health treatments in the privacy of your own room! Our Winter Special includes: accommodation, breakfast daily, free use of double kayaks to paddle on the Natures’ Valley lagoon, free use of our Hotpool, free use of fishing gear, free bridge-walking tour at the Bloukrans Bridge for each person, free Distillery Tour at Buffalo Hills Game Reserve per person and a free bottle of wine per couple included with dinner. From R350.00 per person per night (depending on room type). Valid to 30 September 2005. Code TS02 – The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa Classic Weekend Situated in a selected cove on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, nestled under the famous Twelve Apostles Mountain Range, the five star Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is the ultimate in luxury getaways. Our weekend break includes luxurious accommodation in a double or twin room, a welcome drink on arrival, complimentary South African Room Service or Azure Breakfast daily, complimentary use of the Sanctuary Spa, Hot, Cold and Flotation Plunge Pools, complimentary wine tasting in Azure, complimentary daily newspaper, complimentary shuttle service to the V&A Waterfront, City Centre and Camps Bay. From ZAR2720.00 depending on room type. Valid until 30 September 2005.
The Nest Hotel is the oldest and most well-known of all the Berg resorts in the Natal Drakensberg, a comfortable 4 hours drive from Johannesburg. The combination of popular South African country food, spectacular gardens, excellent facilities, relaxing accommodation, friendly staff and exquisite views over the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg World Heritage Site, . Cost: From R860.00 per person sharing. Includes 2 nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis and free use of most of the resort’s leisure and sporting facilities. together with the availability of just about every leisure and sporting facility imaginable makes The Nest Hotel a unique and much loved destination for so many tourists, families, bowlers and many more from far flung places Valid to 30 November 2005
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One of the first things to be doing is visit the Cape Olive Fair, being held at Bishops, Campground Road, Rondebosch, between 11am and 5pm each day from 30th September until the 2nd October 2005.
