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SAXON TAKES HOSPITALITY REALM BY DIGITAL STORM WITH THE LAUNCH OF NEW WEBSITE
September 20, 2013 | The Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa has announced the launch of their newly redesigned website, www.saxon.co.za, offering users an improved and innovative design concept in conjunction with an easy-to-use booking process, enhanced social media assimilation, and seamless integration of emerging and established technologies. ―As the Saxon enters into a new age with our brand refresh, we couldn‘t think of a better time to transform our website,‖ said George Cohen, Managing Director. ―The website‘s enhanced functionality puts the Saxon at your fingertips, enriching your virtual engagement with the Saxon brand on any mobile device. We are still only at the beginning phases and over the next few months will be adding pioneering applications to the site.‖ To create an interactive and engaged guest experience, the website has revolutionised the hotel industry‘s approach to sharing, by allowing guests the opportunity to not only download up-to-date brochures directly to their desktop or mobile device, the website also gives every visitor the accessibility to save images in low or high resolution formats directly from the site. This engagement will be further developed with media in particular with a dedicated press room with the latest hotel news and press clippings as well as a live feed from Trip Advisor. ―To thrive in this new age of hospitality, a brand needs to go beyond the data and immerse itself in the culture to develop relevant marketing,‖ added George Cohen. ―Our marketing and sales team highlighted new segments and through research found ways not only to understand the needs of our guests in the digital space, but also the way in which they have come to know the Saxon. It also helped us to make subtle changes to design that would resonate. In terms of language usage, we have created engaging and personalised content to further enhance the guest experience by speaking to the heart of our guests, as it is about their experience and finding a way to create a unique journey for them. Overall a trend was revealed for the high level of customer's appreciation for the Saxon‘s traditions, history and heritage and the team saw a great desire for our digital channels to reflect that tradition, while also demonstrating that we are speaking to the audience in a way that is culturally relevant.”
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Marataba Safari Lodge’s addition to the award-winning MORE portfolio launches a major new attraction in experiential game viewing and trail walking in South Africa. Located in the centre of Marakele Game Reserve in Limpopo’s historic Waterberg range, Marataba offers Big Five game viewing amidst a wealth of crystal-clear rivers, pools, waterfalls and verdant mountain terrain. The property links MORE’s circuit of 5-star game lodges east and west of the country. In the Lowveld, Lion Sands Game Reserve is unique in operating in both the Kruger National Park and Sabi Sand Wildtuin. In the North West’s Kalahari thornveld, MORE manages the upgraded Madikwe Safari Lodge in what is becoming a world renowned safari experience. Marataba Safari Lodge was recently acquired by a consortium of Dutch families in a deal worth R200m, an initiative aimed at supporting safari tourism. MORE was invited to manage this project on the basis of its leading role in experiential safari tourism in tandem with conservation and community development. MORE CEO Robert More calls the investment far-sighted, in an area of South Africa which has largely been overlooked. Marataba is perfectly placed for the tourism market in Gauteng, 250km driving distance from Johannesburg on the N1 through Bela-Bela (Warmbaths) to Thabazimbi. Hollywood’s vision of the ultimate big-game experience was defined by the Oscar-winning Out Of Africa, in which Robert Redford romanced Meryl Streep around the campfire in front of large, elegant safari tents. That setting anticipated Marataba’s unique advantages in today’s tourism market. Says Robert More: “Marataba is a great opportunity to meet the growing demand for experiential tourism. It is malaria free, breathtakingly scenic and ideally suited for today’s photographic safaris. The Lodge comprises 15 luxury tents in an exclusive 23,000 hectare reserve. It will pair well with Madikwe Safari Lodge to the west, creating the ultimate family safari circuit. . MORE’s reputation as a pace-setter for the increasing concern about wildlife conservation is shown on its www.morehotels.co.za website. Its photo galleries are packed with high-quality visuals of wildlife taken by guests and rangers on its properties, on game drives and walking trails, and from its lodges and signature treehouses. These images feature in top travel publications and in blogs and websites online, emphasising how tourism must now be geared to conservation and community development to ensure its sustainability. The demand for more trained field rangers means that MORE will relocate its training school from Lion Sands to Marataba, where there greater scope for expansion to meet the increasing demand in the safari business. Says Robert More: “It’s important to be proactive in our tourism industry. MORE does continuous research with its visitors domestically and internationally to find out what they want from their safari stays. Lion Sands and Madikwe have their own unique, world class resources which we are constantly developing. The reason we have invested in Marataba is that is in one of the country’s most spectacular game reserves, and it offers us a wealth of fabulous game tourism advantages that we will develop.”
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Executive Chef Thiery Gourdin After completing high school and at the tender age of 18, Thiery started without much conviction a twomonth training in the kitchen of a 5* hotel in the North of Mauritius as a kitchen commis. The resort's Executive Chef seeing a great potential immediately, offered to sponsor him for a culinary course at Hotel School of Mauritius where he was selected by a jury to train in the kitchen section and graduated with a Professional Certificate of Education in Food Production. After his professional course, he started his cooking career at the same 5* resort where he was discovered but where he also discovered his passion for food and the art of cooking. From then on he went up through the ranks in numerous 5* resorts of international hotel groups and has not stopped gaining experience and perfecting his art since. In 2007, Thiery joined Heritage Le Telfair team as Executive Sous-Chef, to subsequently be promoted as Executive Chef of Heritage The Villas, Le Ch창teau de Bel Ombre & the C Beach Club in 2010. Since joining Heritage Resorts Group, Thiery has demonstrated his passionate for the local culture and food and organised several food festivals to promote the Mauritian cuisine on the international scene, at the renowned Lanzerac Estate in Stellenboch and at Balalaika Hotel in Sandton in South Africa Chef Thiery, and his team of 20 at Le Ch창teau de Bel Ombre emblematic gastronomic restaurant, offer an authentic Mauritian culinary journey. His passion for Mauritian local products pushes him to continuously promote the Domaine de Bel Ombre products: palm heart, game meat from the Frederica Nature Reserve, tropical fruits & vegetables. His cuisine is a tribute to this breath-taking and preserved region of Mauritius. His talent and passion has undoubtedly helped in featuring the Ch창teau de Bel Ombre on the gastronomic map of Mauritius and beyond..
Portions: 4 Portions Preparation: 20 minutes Cooking: 1 hour and 30 minutes Ingredients Venison Leg : 600gms cut into even cubes, seasoned with salt and pepper Dry Spices 4 cloves 1 tbsp ground coriander 1 tbsp ground cumin 1 tsp turmeric, ground 1 tsp curry powder 2 tbsp oil 300g canned tomatoes, finely chopped Masala Paste 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 red chili finely chopped 1 green chilli finely chopped
Method Masala Paste: Place all the ingredients in a food processor and puree to a smooth paste, or ground them together in a mortar. To Cook: Place the oil in a large saucepan and place it over a medium heat. When the oil is hot add the dried spices and fry them for a minute until aromatic. Add the masala paste to the pan and stir it so it is combined with the dry spices, fry it for a couple of minutes. Stir the venison into pan so that it coated with the paste, cook it for a few minutes and turn them occasionally so that the venison is brown. Stir in the tomatoes and add around half a cup of water to the curry. Reduce the heat to the lowest temperature and leave it to cook for 1 1/2 hours, stirring regularly so that the ingredients cook evenly and the bottom doesn't burn, add more water if it becomes dry. The meat should be tender and the sauce thick. Add seasoning if needed.
Sensitive to ocean mammals www.whitepearlresorts.com White Pearl Resorts offers small-group experiences ,If you have ever had the privilege of witnessing that lazy fin lifting out of the water and then flopping down again; and a few minutes later seeing a huge tail flapping above the level of the ocean, then you‘ll appreciate the thrill of whale watching. It‘s so close to a spiritual experience that it can bring a tear to the most hardened eye. To ensure a truly memorable close-up and personal encounter with this giant mammal of the seas, White Pearl Resorts, Ponta Mamoli, on the coast of Mozambique, has introduced whale watching from a private boat that launches a few steps away from this five-star luxury hotel that has a sophisticated yet laidback philosophy. There is neither the need to drive to a popular tourist venue nor to be squashed in with many other travellers – White Pearl Resorts‘ guests can enjoy the ultimate authentic adventure with a knowledgeable guide who will fill enquiring minds with interesting facts about the physical aspects and behavioural patterns of the whales of this region. They include the Southern Right and the Humpback whales; the latter being more prolific. If you spot a stream of spray rising three to four metres into the air it is sure to be a Humpback. This whale breathes through two blow holes located on the top of its head. They weigh up to 45 tons, can remain submerged for up to 30 minutes and are able to dive to depths of 200 metres. However, remember it‘s not only the whales that offer an invigorating activity. Swimming with the dolphins at Ponto D‘Ouro is another fulfilling experience – and again, at White Pearl Resorts, guests are assured a personalised encounter, riding in a boat that transports only the hotel‘s guests. White Pearl Resorts‘ management team is on a quest to offer guests the most authentic, unusual and inspirational experiences that will live in their memories for a lifetime.
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Cut a slice of ripe papaya and remove the seeds and pulp (save the pulp for a snack later—it‘s great for digestion). Rub the inside of the papaya peel on your cleansed face, focusing on lines around the mouth and eyes, crow‘s feet, thinning temples, neck and hands. Let it dry for 15 to 20 minutes, then rinse with tepid water. This mask can be done twice a week. ―The enzymes in papaya exfoliate, repair sun damage, diminish age spots and smooth skin. Your skin will look
Exfoliate: Combine 1 tsp honey and 1 tsp olive oil. Separately, prepare a packet of plain oatmeal, using less water than called for so it forms a thick paste. Next, add the honey and olive oil mixture to the cooked oatmeal. Apply as a scrub, gently rubbing it in small circles over your skin, avoiding the eye area. Rinse off with warm water and pat dry. This mask can be done twice weekly. ―The oatmeal in this scrub exfoliates, while the honey and olive oil moisturize.
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Cleanse: “Believe it or not, I love to cleanse with oil,‖ . For this facial, combine 1 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt with 2 tsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp lemon oil (not to be confused with lemon juice; lemon oil is an essential oil that can be found at health food stores). The mixture should be a little bit runny but not easily poured out. Massage it over skin, then immediately wipe it off with a washcloth soaked in tepid water. This can be done daily. ―You want to use good-quality oil and you‘ll be surprised at how clean your skin will feel,
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GHOSTS and ghoulies and all manner of scary creatures of the night will be climbing out the woodwork and roaming the streets this weekend. For it is Halloween, and many Joburgers will don their scariest, most gruesome costumes and go trick or treating through their neighbourhoods. Halloween is one of the Western world's oldest holidays. Celebrated on 31 October by millions of people, it involves fancy and scary costumes, cut out pumpkins, witches, ghosts and trick or treating with loads of sweets. Walking Joburg's streets may not be everyone's cup of tea, and safe events have been planned where children can go trick or treating with their friends, under the watchful eye of their parents. Joburg Zoo One of the best Halloween evenings is the annual Howlo'ween at the Johannesburg Zoo. But this year it will be a very different event, says Letta Madlala, the zoo's brand and communication manager. There will be more activities, which have been coordinated and include a route map for guests; and there will be a costume competition. But the American tradition of trick-or-treating and scary costumes will still be the name of the game. Visitors will be handed maps and ushers - dressed for Halloween- will be on-hand to help. And then the fun begins, with visitors able to make their own way to various locations at the zoo especially staged for the evening. There will be a mock operation on the gorilla platform theatre, where gruesome procedures will be conducted by the in-house veterinary crew; watch out for the wheelchairbound skeleton. Tyrpanophobia, a fear of medical procedures, is a common terror. Across in the Ape House, there will be a dark and spooky vampire cave, complete with scary sound effects, smoke and unpredictable water spray. Beware the strange things reaching out to grab you - and the lurking vampire. Children under the age of nine will not be allowed to enter the cave.
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HELLO 165 LONG MARKET CAPE TOWN T: 021 422 4920 F: 021 422 4815 E: info@dearme.co.za Parking available at Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital (entrance Loop St, exit Longmarket St) and Heritage Square (Bree Street).
GOLFING IN A STUNNING BACKDROP Flanked by rolling mountains on one side and the blue waters of the lagoon on the other, the Heritage Golf Club course has earned the top spot among the most beautiful golf courses in Mauritius and the Indian Ocean region. The 18-hole, par 72 championship course of the Heritage Golf Club on the Domaine de Bel Ombre was crafted with the utmost care to incorporate the features of a naturally hilly landscape. Set in the middle of stunning natural scenery and dotted with small lakes and streams, it combines the pleasure of the game with exceptional views. This masterpiece of a golf course stretching over 100 hectares was designed by the South African, Peter Matkovitch, from the renowned architect firm Peter Matkovitch and Hayes. The diversity of landscapes makes every single hole unique, offering residents and visitors to the domaine an unforgettable golfing experience.
A challenge for golfers of all levels Besides providing a challenge for golfers of all levels, the Heritage Golf Club allows them to hone their skills on a 9hole par 3 course integrated at the heart of the championship course, a putting green, a chipping green and a driving range. A PGA pro also offers lessons including the use of video analysis for beginners and players who want to improve their game. After a round on the Heritage Golf Club course, there is no better place than the restaurant and bar of the club house to relax and recover.
HERITAGE THE VILLAS You want the privacy of your own villa, the service of a five star hotel, a beautiful view over 2500 hectares of unspoilt nature… Look no more; discover Heritage the Villas on the unique Domaine de Bel Ombre. Enjoy the view ... and experience the essence of legendary Mauritian hospitality! Your villa for an intimate holiday Immerse yourself in this intimate world of luxury in the refined setting of your villa coupled with 5 * service: daily cleaning, golf cart to move around, concierge, private chef, babysitting, butler service, airport transfers by helicopter and many more services. Here the words simplicity, courtesy and discretion are synonymous with hospitality. You want to travel as a group of friends, family or as a couple, then the choice is yours with 2, 3 or 4 air-conditioned bedrooms with en-suite Bath or shower rooms. The infinity pool, large veranda, state of the art communications, barbecue area, gazebo and landscaped tropical gardens are all there to give you the comfort of a luxurious home away from home. The villas are fully furnished and equipped and offer free internet access and satellite TV channels. Tailor-make your ideal holiday at the Domaine de Bel Ombre The Domaine de Bel Ombre is a destination within a destination, a unique concept in Mauritius. All your holiday wishes will be granted in just one place, so just tailor make your ideal holiday. As residents of Heritage The Villas you have unlimited access to two luxury hotels and all its services: Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort and Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort. Relax at the two luxurious Seven Colours spas, dine in our 12 restaurants, have a cocktail in one of our bars, exercise at the fitness centers, send your kids at the kids and teens clubs for some peace. The offer does not stop there; great nautical activities are available at the C Beach Club and for the adventurous type numerous nature activities at the Frédérica Nature Reserve, home to endemic flora and fauna. Kite surf enthusiasts can enjoy one of the best kite surf spot of the island and if wanting to perfect your skills then a kite surfing school is also available. If a Golf fanatic or even a beginner then you will be in heaven with privileged access to the Heritage Golf Club, an 18-hole championship golf course stretching over 100 hectares with unlimited free green fees. The Château de Bel Ombre, a colonial style mansion house built in the late 19th century is the heart of the Domaine; the idyllic setting for breakfast and also the villas‘ reception center where you will be greeted upon arrival . . .
Who would think paradise would be within such easy reach!
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Both black and white rhinoceroses are actually gray. They are different not in color but in lip shape. The black rhino has a pointed upper lip, while its white relative has a squared lip. The difference in lip shape is related to the animals' diets. Black rhinos are browsers that get most of their sustenance from eating trees and bushes. They use their lips to pluck leaves and fruit from the branches. White rhinos graze on grasses, walking with their enormous heads and squared lips lowered to the ground. White rhinos live on Africa's grassy plains, where they sometimes gather in groups of as many as a dozen individuals. Females reproduce only every two and a half to five years. Their single calf does not live on its own until it is about three years old.
Under the hot African sun, white rhinos take cover by lying in the shade. Rhinos are also wallowers. They find a suitable water hole and roll in its mud, coating their skin with a natural bug repellent and sunblock. Rhinos have sharp hearing and a keen sense of smell. They may find one another by following the trail of scent each enormous animal leaves behind it on the landscape. White rhinos have two horns, the foremost more prominent than the other. Rhino horns grow as much as three inches (eight centimeters) a year, and have been known to grow up to five feet (1.5 meters) long. Females use their horns to protect their young, while males use them to battle attackers. The prominent horn for which rhinos are so well known has been their downfall. Many animals have been killed for this hard, hair-like growth, which is revered for medicinal use in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore. The horn is also valued in North Africa and the Middle East as an ornamental dagger handle. The white rhino once roamed much of sub-Saharan Africa, but today is on the verge of extinction due to poaching fueled by these commercial uses. Only about 11,000 white rhinos survive in the wild, and many organizations are working to protect this much loved animal
The key priority for the northern white rhino is to secure the survival of the four remaining animals in DRC, while also implementing an emergency conservation strategy for the subspecies. Although the southern white rhino is faring well, the animals still face the ever-present threat of poachers. WWF is working to protect the white rhino and increase its numbers by: Expanding existing protected areas and improving their management Establishing new protected areas Improving security monitoring to protect rhinos from poaching Improving local and international law enforcement to stop the flow of rhino horn and other illegal wildlife trade items from Africa to other regions of the world Promoting well-managed wildlife-based tourism experiences that will also provide additional funding for conservation efforts.
How you can help Don't buy rhino horn products! Illegal trade in rhino horn is a continuing problem, posing one of the greatest threats to rhinos today. Donate towards much-needed anti-poaching equipment and support for rangers across Africa. South Africans / Residents of other countries Donations will go towards: binoculars Radios night-vision gear bullet-proof armour rhino tracking camping equipment training for guards All money received will go towards rhino conservation.
Current population & distribution Just 4 northern white rhinos now remain in the wild, in Garamba National Park in north-eastern DRC. However, there are unconfirmed reports of a few survivors in southern Sudan. After more than a century of protection, southern white rhinos currently number about 20,140. Classified as Near Threatened, they are the only nonendangered rhinos. The majority (98.8%) of white rhinos occur in just four countries: South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and Kenya.
011 234-6500
Buffalo Ridge Safari lodge reservations@buffaloridgesafari.com www.buffaloridgesafari.com Impodimo Lodge reservations@impodimo.com
018 350 9400
Jaci’s Lodges jacisreservations@madikwe.com
083 700 2071
018 350 9200
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Madikwe Hills reservations@madikwehills.com
www.madikwe.com
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Madikwe Safari Lodge 011 880 9992 alfred@morehotels.co.za www.madikwesafarilodge.co.za Makanyane Lodge enquiries@makanyane.com
014 778 9600
011 444 9345
www.makanyane.com
Mosetlha Bush Camp info@thebushcamp.com www.thebushcamp.com
086 124 3441
Motswiri Private Safari Lodge res@motswiri.com www.motswiri.com
Rhulani Safari Lodge lodge@madikwegamereserve.com www.rhulani.com
011 314 4350
011 676-3123
076 694 0505
Tau Game Lodge taugame@mweb.co.za www.taugamelodge.co.za Thakadu River Camp cro@aha.travel www.thakadu.ahagroup.co.za
The Bush House reservations@bushhouse.co.za
011 781 5384
Tuningi Safari lodge reservations@tuningi.co.za
www.bushhouse.co.za
www.tuningi.com
0764895865
Tambuti Lodge : Info@tambutilodge.co.za www.tambutilodge.com
Golden Leopard Resorts : 0145551000 reservations@goldenleopardresorts.co.za www.goldenleopardresorts.co.za
Sun City Resort : 0145571000 scenq@suninternational.com www.suninternational.com Bakubung bush Lodge :
014 552 6000
bakubung@legacyhotels.com
www.bakubung.co.za
Ivory Tree :
011 781 1661 francois@anthology.co.za www.ivorytreegamelodge.com
082 854 5603
Pilanesberg Private Lodge : lodge.iq@gmail.com www.pilanesbergprivatelodge.com Sheperds Tree : gm@shepherdstree.co.za www.shepherdstree.co.za
014 551 3910
082 229 1158
Buffalo Thorn lodge : info@buffalothornlodge.co.za www.buffalothornlodge.co.za
011 516 4367
Black Rhino Lodge : res@extraordinary.co.za www.blackrhinogamelodge.com
014 552 5100
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge : kwamaritane@legacyhotels.com www.kwamaritane.co.za
Tshukudu Bush Lodge :
014 552 6255
tshukudu@legacyhotels.com
www.tshukudu.co.za
Makanyane Safari Lodge was designed by a team of award winning architects to effortlessly blend with the surrounding bush. The relaxed yet luxurious interiors complement the design perfectly, tastefully enhancing the atmosphere of comfort in this idyllic environment. The lodge consists of a beautiful main building and eight stunning suites, which lie hidden in the lush forest, offering spectacular views over the tranquil Marico River. Situated on 1,800 hectares of private ground within the 75,000 hectare Madikwe Game Reserve, the lodge has accommodation for a maximum of sixteen guests, ensuring that each guest has privacy and individual attention. Activities at Makanyane revolve around relaxing your body and mind and experiencing the rich details of your surroundings. Relax by lounging at our secluded swimming pool, strip away the stress of city living with a massage or aromatherapy on your private deck or in our bush spa, unwind by exercising in our gym, or simply catch up on your quiet time by selecting a book from our library and settling down in our den or on one of the outside decks to read. To experience the vibrant bush life around you, allow yourself to be led through Madikwe's 75,000 hectare environment, either on foot or in an open vehicle. Watch the wildlife, oblivious to your presence, from one of our bush hides overlooking a waterhole or facing plains that stretch to the horizon. You could even sleep out under the stars while nocturnal life continues around your secure, elevated deck. Makanyane has a number of hides where guests may relax and watch animals and birds going about their lives. One hide has a breathtaking view across a wide expanse of savannah, the sweeping view of the grasslands is encircled by distant hills. Enjoy a quiet drink while watching elephants stride through herds of waterbuck, zebra and impala grazing quietly under the vast African sky. You may even see lion or cheetah moving through the grass, their vigilant stare searching for their next meal. Another hide overlooks a secluded waterhole where elephants and other animals come down to quench their thirst and wallow in the cool mud. Alternatively, lounge by the lodge's swimming pool, high above a stream-fed waterhole and wait for the animals and birds to come down to the water.
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Tel: (+27) 14 778 9600 Fax: (+27) 14 778 9611 E-mail: enquiries@makanyane.com
Four Seasons continues to expand its presence in Africa, signing a long term management agreement with the owners of The Westcliff hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa. The iconic property, set on a cliffside garden estate in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg, was closed on June 30, 2013 to undergo significant enhancements including renovations and new construction and will reopen as Four Seasons Hotel Westcliff Johannesburg in the second quarter of 2014. "Africa's economic growth, improved stability and ease of travel have made the continent increasingly attractive to luxury travellers and Four Seasons," says Scott Woroch,executive vice president worldwide development for Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. "Having a property in Johannesburg – the gateway to the whole of southern Africa - is essential as we explore opportunities for growth in South Africa, and across the continent," continues Woroch. "With our recently established development office in Dubai, we plan to be much more active in Africa, pursuing both new build developments and conversion opportunities such as The Westcliff in Johannesburg and Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, which opened last year."
An expanded outdoor terrace will be a focal point of the Hotel's dining experience, offering stunning vistas of the city's dense tree canopy and the distant Magaliesberg hills, with sunset views that are unparalleled in Johannesburg. The Hotel will also include a brand new spa, fitness centre and outdoor pool featuring world-class amenities. Between the new food and beverage offerings, and outstanding new spa and fitness facilities, Four Seasons Hotel Westcliff Johannesburg expects to become the first choice for travellers visiting Johannesburg, as well as a social hub for local clientele.
Beyers Chocolates is launching its new range of finest-quality chocolate products, made from the master chocolatier Kees Beyers‘ own recipe. Beyers Nutty Choc Bites is a range of premium-quality chocolatecovered nuts in three delicious variants. Nutty Choc Bites Peri Peri offers a taste sensation for the more adventurous chocolate lover, giving a delicious chocolatey twist to this popular local flavour. Lightly roasted peanuts are dusted in peri peri and coated in milk chocolate ... a first for the South African market. Nutty Choc Bites Peanut Butter is a moreish mix of lightly roasted peanuts smothered in peanut butter and enrobed in smooth milk chocolate. Finally, for those who prefer a chocolate classic, Nutty Choc Bites Caramel teams caramelised chocolate almonds with a coating of Beyers Chocolates‘ premium milk chocolate. As with all Beyers chocolates, only the best ingredients are good enough for the brand‘s master chocolatier. Kees imports the Nutty Choc Bites almonds from Turkey, which along with its Middle-Eastern neighbours, produces some of the world‘s best-quality almonds. And being a Proudly-SA brand, Beyers Chocolates sources peanuts from home, with Kees dealing directly with local farmers to ensure he receives the best-quality nut the country has to offer. All Beyers chocolates contain real chocolate with a minimum 35% cocoa content, with no artificial flavours or colourants, hydrogenated fats or genetically modified ingredients. Available nationwide at Pick n Pay and Spar, Beyers Nutty Choc Bites come in an easy-dispensing 50g box and retail for around R17 each.
South Africa's premier wellness brands support Look & Feel Good Expo Several of SA’s leading health, wellness and fitness brands, including Liberty Medical Scheme and Pouyoukas Foods have partnered with the Look and Feel Good Expo 2013 for this year’s three-city health, beauty, fitness and wellbeing exhibitions. The annual Look & Feel Good Expo (L&FGE) has grown exponentially, and is now positioned as the key wellness event in the country. An EXSA (Exhibition & Event Association of SA) Awards nominated exhibition, the L&FGE attracts tens of thousands of LSM 7-10+ visitors between the ages of 25 – 55 in Johannesburg, Cape Town and now also Durban, as well as over 400 exhibitors nationwide. This year, the event will include pageants, fitness contests, exciting new event features, highlights and competitions.
The 2013 Look & Feel Good Expo will take place from 11-13 October at the Durban Exhibition Centre, from 25-27 October at Sandringham Farm in Stellenbosch – alongside the Outdoor Expo – and from 8-10 November at the Coca-Cola dome in Johannesburg. Its growth reflects the growing local interest in health, fitness, beauty and wellness. Be Fit 4 Life, a new health and fitness network set to take SA by storm from November, will stage its launch at the expo. The company will sponsor the Mr and Miss Body Beautiful SA pageants alongside the Expo, as well as introducing a Mr & Miss Body Beautiful Teen SA for the first time, bringing a host of celebrities to the event and staging a Celebrate Life After Party. Pouyoukas Foods will sponsor the Pouyoukas Look & Feel Good Kitchen, where it will host daily cooking demonstrations and talks featuring nutrition experts and media personality Lisa Raleigh. ―We‘re very excited about our participation in the Look & Feel Good Expo, because our products are such a good fit for this event,‖ says Justine Pearl, brand manager for Pouyoukas Foods.
Longevity Magazine has signed up to sponsor the VIP Pamper Lounge and Spa experience in all three cities, where guests who purchase the VIP ticket will enjoy spa-style pampering and giveaways. Guvon Spas, co-sponsor of the VIP spa experience in Johannesburg, says it has aligned with the event because the L&FGE is one of the top expos to attend in the beauty and spa industry. Belinda Cooper, Group Spa Marketing, PR & Social Media, says: ―It is an honour for us as a group to build a relationship with such a brand. We are looking forward to the expo and hope to attract great new clients that we can pamper at our spas.‖ Colleen Abrahams, Managing Director of The Hydro, and co-sponsor of the VIP Pamper Lounge and Spa experience in Cape Town says The Hydro has participated in the L&FGE in both Johannesburg and Cape Town, and has always had a good response from it. ―It is a very good fit for us, because as one of only two hydros in the Southern Hemisphere, we offer a complete range of hydrotherapy and detox treatments, among numerous other therapies. So our focus is on overall health.‖ Sponsorship packages for areas including the Yoga and Pilates Studio, the Dance and Movement Stage and the Healing Herb and Tea Garden are still available. To explore sponsorship options or to book a stand at Look & Feel Good Expo,
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DoubleTree by Hilton Opens its First Hotel in South Africa Owned and operated by Upper Eastside Hotel (Pty) Ltd under a franchise license agreement, the newly renovated, upscale full-service property is located in Cape Town‘s upcoming district of Woodstock, a dynamic area which is home to an abundance of fashionable art galleries, boutiques, music bars and trendy restaurants. The hotel becomes the fifth Hilton Worldwide hotel in South Africa and the third DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Africa. Rudi Jagersbacher, president, Hilton Worldwide, Middle East & Africa said: ― Opening is a significant milestone for Hilton Worldwide as we underline our commitment to tourism development in South Africa and broaden visitor choice by bringing our third brand and our fifth hotel to this growing market. Cape Town, in particular, is an award winning city of adventure, gastronomy and cultural attractions and currently one of the most popular destination resorts in Africa.‖ Accommodation ranges from executive rooms and suites to luxury, two-storey duplex loft rooms located on the penthouse floor with panoramic views of the city‘s most popular landmarks. With both business and leisure guests in mind, DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside offers a wide range of amenities, including nine meeting rooms, a 350 -capacity function room and 24-hour fitness and business centres. Discerning guests can also enjoy Liberty‘s Restaurant with its seasonal á la Carte fusion-style menu created by executive chef Simon Kemp. Kemp is renowned for his professional creativity and attention to detail. Guests and locals who wish to unwind can visit the eStreet Bar and Lounge, which is open for cocktails and drinks every evening until 1 a.m., with live entertainment on Tuesdays and Thursdays. John Greenleaf, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton said: ―I am delighted we are making our debut in South Africa in such an inspiring location and with a property that will both impress and delight. The newly upgraded DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside offers superb facilities in a city that will help to extend our commitment to welcome the world‘s travellers to key destinations.‖ Guests of DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town - Upper Eastside will enjoy the characteristic features of more than 330 DoubleTree by Hilton locations in 28 countries around the world including a warm welcome for every guest at check-in with the brand's legendary chocolate chip cookie, an array of upscale amenities and guest services, rewards from the Hilton HHonors guest loyalty program, and a unique and committed culture of care. Gold and Diamond HHonors members will also receive complimentary breakfast and high speed Wi-Fi access.
Positioned at the southern tip of Africa, Cape Town is one of the most popular tourist destinations for travellers to the Continent. Known as the ‗Mother City‘, Cape Town is a celebrated winemaking region and boasts world famous landmarks such as Table Mountain and Cape Point. The city is also a primary MICE destinations playing host to numerous festivals and events including high profile conventions such as the World Economic Forum in May 2013 and the Design Capital Exhibition in 2014. Leisure travellers will note the prestigious 2012 World Travel honour awarded to the city as Africa‘s Leading Beach Destination. For more information or to book a stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town Upper Eastside, visit www.doubletree.com, call +27 021 4040570 or contact their preferred travel agent.
Survey the Yard Make note of tree limbs that should be removed or cabled, especially those that overhang structures. Hire an arborist to maintain large trees.Cut down last year's perennial foliage, and toss it into the compost pile. Rake mulch from beds planted with bulbs before foliage appears, and refresh mulch in other planting areas after soil warms. Check fences, steps, and pathways for disrepair caused by freezing and thawing. Prune Trees and Shrubs Remove dead, damaged, and diseased branches from woody plants. Thin and trim summer-blooming shrubs such as butterfly bush, hydrangea, and most roses, except for old-fashioned once bloomers. Prune cold-damaged wood after plants resume spring growth. Prune spring-blooming shrubs and trees after flowering.
Clean Bird Feeders and Baths Disinfect the feeders by scrubbing with weak bleach solution (1/4 cup bleach: 2 gallons warm water). Rinse and dry the feeders thoroughly before refilling them.Scrub birdbaths with bleach solution, then rinse them thoroughly and refill, changing water weekly. Clean birdbaths and feeders regularly throughout the season.
Plant Plant bare-root trees, shrubs, and perennials such as hostas and daylilies by early spring. Choose a cool, cloudy day if possible. Transplant container-grown plants anytime during the growing season except midsummer; be sure to water them thoroughly. Sow seeds of cool-season flowers like sweet peas, poppies, and calendula, and vegetables such as lettuce, parsley, and spinach.
Fertilize Apply balanced fertilizer (6-6-6 or 8-8-8), fish emulsion, or other soil amendments recommended by soil-test results around trees and shrubs when new growth appears. Spread high-acid fertilizer and pine-needle mulch around acid-loving shrubs like azaleas and camellias. Begin fertilizing perennials when active growth resumes.
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Discover a contemporary and fashionable haven on Bath Avenue right in the heart of Rosebank, Johannesburg’s trendy suburb. Classic and sophisticated, the accent is on understated elegance and our focus is to provide an exceptional guest experience. This hotel, which opened in July 2012, is for the discerning traveller seeking intimacy and refinement but always with stylish flair. From the moment of arrival into the elegant lobby with its delightful lounge to the luxury and comfort of your room, you will enjoy attentive and friendly service. Everything has been designed around your comfort and the stylish interiors reflect a calm tranquillity with the use of harmonious colours, sophisticated design and strong graphic motifs. We invite you to linger and stay in a hotel which recognises your individuality and mirrors your unique preferences. Everything in short, to experience a truly fashionable stay, whether you’re on business or simply taking a relaxing break.
BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY TO LAWHILL LUXURY APARTMENTS Mantis Collections Lawhill Luxury Apartments overlooking Cape Town‘s bustling V&A Waterfront is the perfect family holiday destination. The upmarket, luxurious five star apartment-style hotel offers a full concierge service and 24 hour reception to attend to your every need. All 30 exquisite units are located in the same building range from one to three bedrooms. They‘re fully serviced, beautifully furnished and very generous in size. The V&A Waterfront, South Africa‘s number one tourist destination, is just a few steps away from your apartment door and provides a treasure trove of fun and exciting experiences for the whole family to enjoy. Visit the Two Ocean‘s Aquarium where kids can have their photo taken with Nemo, walk through a tunnel with Great Whites circling overhead and get up close and personal with the friendly penguins. Famous for its working harbour, kids love nothing more than to take a boat ride around the harbour where seals sun themselves and wave their flippers as your boat cruises by. If a bird‘s eye view of Table Mountain is on your list of things to do this holiday, don‘t miss out on the Cape Town Eye Ferris wheel ride which lifts you high above the harbour walls providing a one-of-a-kind view of one of the new seven natural wonders of the world, Table Mountain. Travelling with little ones? Lawhill Luxury Apartments will organise a cot to be placed in the bedroom. There‘s nothing like an early morning walk and picnic on the beach and at Lawhill Luxury Apartments all you have to do is ask and they‘ll organise you delicious continental breakfast packs that will be placed in your fridge the night before, ready to take to the beach in the morning. For bookings contact Lawhill Luxury Apartments Reservations directly by telephone 021 438 9160 or by email reservations@lawhillluxuryapartments.com
B&B Markets enhances all the excitement of the traditional craft and flea market experience with all the convenience of formalised retail shopping. With kids’ activities, food stalls, credit card facilities, gift vouchers, trolleys, customer service kiosks and a refund service, every B&B Market promises an inimitable lifestyle experience for the entire family! Our Rooftop, Hillfox and Hatfield Markets are carefully tailored to deliver a diverse and ever-changing range of unique and authentic quality products, first-class live entertainment and great value for money. The world-renowned African Craft Market offers a vast selection of high quality handcrafted wares in an exhilarating environment that invites you to barter for the best price in the true style of the African market experience. .
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Mauritius, so far away, yet so much at home... Mauritius, a sparkling crystal in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, will fascinate you. The contrast of colours, cultures and tastes makes the island so charming that the scene is set for an unforgettable holiday. Here, you have the opportunity to experience unparalleled luxury: a level of refinement that is head and shoulders above that on offer in other tropical holiday destinations. Here, you will discover the true meaning of ‗beauty‘ – a realisation that will compel you to return to Mauritius‘ shores time and again. Mauritius was named after Dutch Prince Maurice Van Nassau... Port Louis , the capital of Mauritius, was founded by the French governor and colonist Bertrand-François Mahé de La Bourdonnais in 1735. Situated on the north-west coast, Port Louis is the business and administrative capital of Mauritius. Packed with office-workers during the day, it quickly quietens down after officehours – allowing visitors to enjoy a night out along the famous Caudan Waterfront. Those arriving during daylight hours should head for the bustling Central Market or Champ de Mars: the oldest racecourse in the Indian Ocean region. ww.tourism-mauritius.mu Images courtesy of MTPA Tourism Website
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