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Addo Elephant Park Safaris

peperoni789 — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:52:34 +0000

Addo is the best place to get up close and personal with the biggest land mammal – the Park is home to the densest population of elephant in the world. Other mammals include Lion, Hyaena, Cape buffalo, and Black Rhino, as well as Zebra, Jackal, Warthog, Suricate and numerous species of Antelope. Over 150 bird species have been recorded in Addo and there are around 600 different plant species. Addo is also home to the endangered dung beetle. Whether you experience the park from the comfort of your own vehicle or on a game drive with an experienced guide, the chances are you will have close encounters with the elephant. To make the most of the park, be sure to bring binoculars, camera, walking shoes and wildlife reference books

Game viewing from your own vehicle: Explore more than 75 kilometres of road through prime wildlife country. There are a number of lookout points at waterholes in the area. Opening hours change according to season. No reservation required.

Conservation fee: R150/adult and R75/child under 12yrs
Hop on guides on request – R140 for two hours

V and A Waterfront

peperoni789 — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:42:01 +0000

Lying west of the industrial Duncan Dock, the V&A Waterfront is Cape Town’s original Victorian harbour. Before its construction the Cape of Storms was notorious for wrecking ships during ferocious winter spells. In 1860 a very young Prince Alfred ceremoniously dumped the first load of stone to begin work on the Breakwater and 1869 the twin basin dock was completed.

Renovated period buildings, imitation Victorian malls, piers and a busy harbour coexist with an astonishing collection of pubs, clubs, eateries, museums and outdoor theatres set against the panoramic view of Table Mountain.

The star of the show is the two-level Victoria Wharf, crammed with an array of shops, cinemas, kiosks and stalls. It houses a diverse variety of restaurants, ranging from sushi bars, coffee shops, take-out joints and upmarket venues, the most popular being the outdoor ones where you can enjoy the vistas created by harbour lights and the surreal lit Table Mountain.

If you are looking for V and A Waterfront holiday accommodation, SafariNow has a selection of Self-catering, Hotel, Private Home holiday accommodation in V and A Waterfront and surrounds.

Wild Mushroom Boutique Hotel | Getting There

peperoni789 — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 09:42:01 +0000

Explore the surprising and wonderful world of exotic gourmet mushrooms which is found within the stylish and unique Stellenbosch hotel, Wild Mushoom.

Directions to Wild Mushroom Boutique Hotel:

The Wild Mushroom is situated a mere 20 minutes’drive by car from Cape Town International Airport via the N2 and the R310, and is five minutes from the historical town centre of Stellenbosch. It is located between well-known wine estates and restaurants, making it the ideal Stellenbosch accommodation.

Wild Mushroom Boutique Hotel
39 Digteby Estate
Vlottenburg Road
Stellenbosch
South Africa

From Cape Town International Airport

Take the N2 toward Somerset West (opposite direction of Cape Town)
Take exit 33 which is the Baden Powell Drive/ R310 Stellenbosch turn off
Turn left in the direction of Stellenbosch
Drive past Spier (9 km down the road on the right)
Turn left into Vlottenburg Road (Stellenbosch Hills Cellar)
Drive past The Private Hotel School on the left, and immediately turn left into Digteby Estate
Sign in at security
The Wild Mushroom Boutique hotel is surrounded by massive palm trees

From Cape Town City Centre

Take the N2 towards Cape Town International Airport
Continue past the Airport turnoff, this is approximately 10 km after the cooling towers
Take exit 33 which is the Baden Powell Drive/ R310 Stellenbosch turn off
Turn left in the direction of Stellenbosch
Drive past Spier (9 km down the road on the right)
Turn left into Vlottenburg Road (Stellenbosch Hills Cellar)
Drive past The Private Hotel School on the left, and immediately turn left into Digteby Estate
Sign in at security
The Wild Mushroom Boutique hotel is surrounded by massive palm trees
From Stellenbosch CBD / Historical Town Centre

From historical Dorp Street

Continue along Dorp Street in the Direction of Cape Town and Kuils River
Drive past the R44 / Somerset West intersection as well as the Rupert Art Museum on the left, and immediately turn left into Adam Tas Road which has the railway line on its right
Turn left at sign for Muizenberg / R310 / Baden Powell Road
Drive past Stellenbosch Hills Cellar on your right, and immediately turn right into Vlottenburg Road (opposite Van Ryn’s Distillery & Brandy Cellar)
Drive past The Private Hotel School on the left, and immediately turn left into Digteby Estate
Sign in at security
The Wild Mushroom Boutique hotel is surrounded by massive palm trees

Wild Mushroom Boutique Hotel

Favourite Foreign City

peperoni789 — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 13:19:15 +0000

Voted Favourite Foreign City by the UK Telegraph in 2004, Cape Town is one of the places you just have to visit before you die. It’s an awesome city. All the vibe you want – great parties, great shopping and loads of galleries and other cultural attractions can’t detract from the fact that what makes Cape Town special is the fact that it is set in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Even Sir Francis Drake, who’d pretty much seen it all, called Cape Point the ‘fairest cape in all the circumference of the world’. If you are looking for Cape Town accommodation, SafariNow has a selection of 2581 accommodation listings in Cape Town and surrounds.

The Roundhouse | Cetecea Suite

peperoni789 — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:43:10 +0000

The Roundhouse B&B is part of a total tourist experience in Gansbaai. We offer Gansbaai accommodation and bed & breakfast facilities in the undisputed best place in the world for Land Based Whale watching. This the perfect spot for a stay over when embarking on one of the famous shark cage diving excursions in the area.

The house boasts 4 luxurious suites and a charming self-catering cottage and has a very modern African feel to it and every care has been taken to assure your complete relaxation and comfort rated 4* but with many 5* finishes.

Cetecea Suite

The Cetecea Suite is in a half moon shape and makes for a very interesting apartment. The theme is African and the suite is decorated very clean cut. Simplicity. This suite has a small work desk in its open plan living room along with a comfy two seater couch, colour television and stereo with cd. It also has a DVD player and we have a small DVD collection available in reception.

It also has a small kitchenette unit which has a small sink, fridge and coffee/tea facilities. The suite however is not self catering as there is no stove. The living room has sliding doors for easy exit to the outside and a front door which enters into the hallway of the Roundhouse Guesthouse. This suite has a separate bedroom. The beds can be split into two very comfortable single beds otherwise a very comfortable queen size bed. All lights are on dimmer switches so that you can set the mood.

The bathroom is completely separate and is the best feature of the room. A huge corner bath in a luxury bathroom awaits you in this suite. Toiletries such as body lotion, liquid soap, bubble bath, shampoo and a hair dryer are supplied. It also has a big double shower and all the other necessities.

Rates:
2 Persons = R500-00 per person
1 Person = R650-00
Breakfast Included

The Roundhouse | Gansbaai B&B

Head South Lodge Boutique Hotel

peperoni789 — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 13:43:04 +0000

The exclusive Head South Lodge Boutique Hotel is nestled within the bustling Cape Town suburb of Green Point, overlooking the breathtaking Mother City. At this luxury 4-star Waterfront accommodation guests are priority. Outstanding personal service, contemporary art deco style and unparalleled hospitality together with 22 elegantly decorated en suite rooms contribute to Head South Lodge Boutique Hotel’s reputation of excellence. Navigate to the Head South Lodge Boutique Hotel website to discover more about this delightful Green Point hotel.

Wash & Go!

peperoni789 — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 09:39:01 +0000

Respected Cape Town B&B guest house, David’s Guest House has introduced a unique facility for their guests comfort and satisfaction. The Wash & Go facility gives guests the chance to freshen up before or after a long journey, or while they wait for their room to be prepared. Explore the other great services this wonderful Green Point accommodation has to offer on their website.

Cape Town Travel Information

peperoni789 — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 06:07:34 +0000

The City of Cape Town on the Southern tip of Africa is a famous melting pot of cultures and a prime tourist destination. Dubbed the “Mother City”, this location offers every desirable tourist activity under the sun so dont get stuck without car hire in Cape Town.

“Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder”

Cape Town is internationally known as one of the most picturesque travel destinations. Its trendy beaches and the iconic Table Mountain, together with the impressive floral surrounds, wine route travel and the majestic Cape Peninsula justify this perception. It isn’t surprising then that it has been rated the most popular tourist destination in Africa, even outshining Cairo in the popularity polls. Part of its fame can be attributed to its favourable climate, natural splendour and first-rate infrastructure which make visiting the city a pleasure.

A Clash of Cultures

The history of the city is multifaceted and the reason for its cosmopolitan nature today. Everywhere you look there is evidence of its worldly identity: the Victorian architecture, traditional mosques, and upmarket, sophisticated boutiques and eateries point out the different cultural influences. This amalgamation resulted from the occupation of the region by the Indonesian, French, British, Dutch, and German settlers, as well as local Bushmen and the arrival of Hottentot and Bantu tribes over the years.

Top 5 Tourist Attractions

Cape Town City Travel is guaranteed to satisfy every taste – no matter how quirky or conventional. The list of to-dos is endless and will keep you and your fellow travellers enthralled for days. The variety of attractions range from the historical and architectural, to those orientated towards the outdoors and adventure.

Table Mountain

Undeniably the city’s most breathtaking sight, Table Mountain recently made it into the final round of the New 7 Wonders of Nature contest. You can choose to either take a cable car up to the top or can enjoy a challenging walk through the Skeleton Gorge trail. Once you have completed the climb, the unbeatable views of the city will make the experience worthwhile.

Robben Island

Located in Table Bay just below Table Mountain, Robben Island is a major symbol of South Africa’s segregated past. It is famously known for the isolated prison it hosted during the Apartheid years when political opposition figures such as former President and Nobel Laureate Nelson Mandela were forced to stay there for many years.

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Situated at the foot of Table Mountain, the magnificient Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens hold more than 20’ 000 native plant species that can be observed at your own leisure. You will need at least an hour to stroll around the lower part of the gardens, or you can enjoy a shorter walk along the pathways of the slopes. Must-see attractions include the scented, protea, herb, and rock gardens. Don’t forget to stop off at the Bird Bath, a pool that occupies the centre of a shady area inhabited by 70-year-old yellowwood trees.

Victoria and Albert Waterfront

Built in 1860 the V & A Waterfront is first and foremost an entertainment quarter that attracts over 13 million visitors annually. Its eclectic array of shops, restaurants, hotels and theatres attract crowds all year round – especially in the cold winter months. Named after Queen Victoria and her second son Alfred, this continues to be one of the liveliest locations in Cape Town.

Chapman’s Peak Drive

This scenic meandering drive will take you from Hout Bay around Chapman’s Peak to Noordhoek on the Atlantic Coast, where you will experience the most impressive marine drive in the world. This 9km route has a total of 114 curves and offers travelers a marvelous 180° view of the surrounds. Stop off along the way at any one of the several picnic spots to absorb the natural beauty – if you are lucky enough, you may even spot a Southern Right whale. Be aware that the road has been under construction for the past few months and is set to reopen in October 2009, well in time for the 2010 World Cup.

Source: Car Hire Cape Town

Hermanus beaches: alive all-year!

peperoni789 — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 10:26:38 +0000

In a coastal town, the beach plays an important role in every resident’s day-to-day activities, no matter what stage you are in life, and irrespective of season.

Hermanus has a major asset in a seafront cliff path, which stretches from Grotto Beach all the way to the new harbour, a distance of about 10km. An excellent way to discover your favourite beach is to walk along the well-signposted path, in the direction of Hermanus central.

Benches are strategically placed at look out points along the way, allowing you to take a rest when needed. The cool breeze will keep you going on a hot summer’s day and the anticipation of spotting a whale around the next bend, will keep you motivated for the long walk in winter months.

Early in the morning, you will see animal lovers walking their dogs on Grotto Beach – the only beach where dogs are allowed. (On a leash, and bring a poop-scoop please!)

This pristine beach stretches as far as you can see in the direction of Gansbaai, past the Klein Rivier lagoon mouth and De Plaat and area popular with kite-surfers.

Its excellent toilet and shower facilities, security, lifeguards, ample parking, braai facilities and playground make it popular with locals and tourists alike.

In winter, put on a beanie, and windbreaker, and walk as far as you can, until you can’t feel your nose anymore in the fresh Atlantic air. The positive ions generated by the sea will dispel negative winter moods. Pack a flask of coffee and park at a lookout point to thaw out and admire the whales afterwards.

In summer, this is a great stretch of sand to play beach rugby, Frisbee or bat and ball, as it is vast enough to mark out your own space, although it may require trekking a distance from the car park.

As popular as Grotto is Voelklip Beach, although this local surfer’s hangout is it is considerably smaller. Lifeguards are on duty in season, there are clean toilet facilities, shops nearby and a grass verge overlooking the beach for those that don’t take well to sand sticking to their sun cream.

During the whale season, Southern Right whales can be seen playing just beyond the breakers, companions to the surfers.

On summer mornings you’ll find nannies with small children gathered at Kammabaai for a chinwag, taking advantage of the fact that the beach is quiet enough for little ones to play while older kids are at school and moms and dads at work.

For this very reason, this protected little bay is also known as Nanny’s Beach as it is within easy walking distance of Hermanus’ swanky northern suburbs homes for nannies with prams.

Kammabaai takes on a completely different role in the afternoons and weekends, as teenagers and body boarders enjoy the perfect waves. Picnic and braai spots can be found under the Milkwood trees.

Next on your exploratory route is Langbaai, generally felt to be Hermanus’ secret beach. It is small, but flanked by two rocky outcrops keeping it private and protected from the wind.

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Activities in Hermanus

Car Rental South Africa companies operate with you in mind

peperoni789 — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 11:02:00 +0000

Travellers approaching car rental South Africa companies need different things. There are those who are able to splurge on their choice of car rental South Africa vehicle. Others must be more careful. Some are inclined to explore the country’s wilderness in their car rental South Africa vehicle, while a different group may enjoy the buzz of driving around the major cities. Thus, here at the tip of the continent, where car rental South Africa companies are familiar with all of these people and their preferences, the car rental range on offer is extensive. As regards markets, car rental South Africa companies cater for travellers wishing to see lots of the country on a conservative budget. By way of example, consider the case of the students who, at an average age of 21 and travelling with limited means, heard five of South Africa’s official languages spoken in their native regions. That’s a lot of driving in their car rental South Africa vehicle. But necessary for a trip which they might never forget. Car rental South Africa vehicles which favour this sort of traveller include car brands like the Opel Corsa, Ford Fiesta, and City Golf. And the price for these car rental South Africa vehicles is somewhere between R200 and R250 per day. Car rental South Africa companies recognise that the country has a number of locations which may appeal to off road drivers and campers. There’s the dry, rugged Sekhukhune area in Gauteng; the lush bush of Chuenespoort on the northern side of the Olifants River; and the Lekgalameetse Provincial Park in the Drakensberg mountains. Thus, car rental South Africa companies have vehicles which may appeal to this market. They include the Toyota Hilux Single Cab 4×4, and the Voyager Double Cab 4×4. There are car rental South Africa vehicles available for those wishing to see the country in large groups; options like the Toyota Qantam eight seater. Moving into the luxury car rental market, travellers wishing to experience the country in upmarket cars have a wide selection from which to choose. Their car rental South Africa options include the BMW 330Ci 3.OL, the Mercedes Benz SLK, and the Audi A3 convertible. And lastly, car rental South Africa companies cater for travellers with particular tastes. These tastes may revolve around exploring Cape Town and the Garden Route, or visiting wine estates for picnics in vintage car rental South Africa vehicles. This type of traveller will be able to choose from a number of car rental South Africa vehicles which include the 1980 Peugeot 504, the 1968 Jaguar 420, and the 1975 Alfa Spider. So, with this extensive a range of vehicles, travellers in the country are more than likely to find a car rental South Africa option which suits their needs.

Source: Car Rental South Africa