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Contact our Central Reservations Office for our special offers. Our rates include: All meals, coffee/teas/water, game walks, dawn & dusk safaris in an open game viewing vehicle, sundowner drinks on game drives. Standard Terms & Conditions apply. Reservations: Tel: +27 (0)11 253 6500 • Fax: +27 (0)11 803 7350 • sales@thornybush.co.za
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LE MIRAGE DESERT LODGE & SPA
OBIKWA CHENIN BLANC DINE: TOP 5 HOLIDAY RESTAURANTS
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Feature Destination Grand Dédale Country House
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f December is the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel, November tends to see many of us running out of gas just after turning the final corner. When daydreaming of powdery white sands and warm and inviting waters, Zanzibar is no doubt one of the exotic destinations that spring to mind, with such an abundance of Islands, Hotels and Safari experiences we decided to give you a taste of it all. A quick read through our cover feature on the exquisite offering will no doubt reveal why it has come to be known as an oasis for paradise seekers, creative corporates, romantics and fun-loving families alike. While the Seychelles, another Indian Ocean favourite, offers a host of five-star lodges, resorts and villas the featured Desroches Island is our favoured destination feature thanks to its unique, comprehensive and worldclass location, infrastructures and offerings. Feel like heading to the bush but not yet sure which of the myriad reserves would best suit your needs? Our Destination Downtime guides you through Safari’s in Tanzania while our Featured Destinations cover Kenya, Botswana and South Africa. Our Bush Safari feature have something for everyone – from nature lovers to wellness seekers and families simply looking for a bit of uninterrupted quality time. If it’s the wine-lands that really tickles your fancy, you may enjoy a visit to
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one of our top Cape countryside destinations. An old favourite of ours, Grand Dédale Country House provides veritably palatial accommodation in the heart of South Africa’s food and wine capital. For those whose year-end breaks are not complete without a bit of culinary indulgence, we present unique winelands and seaside food and wine experiences on offer from now until the end of the year.
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