The World’s Strongest Man finals are returning to South Africa and the Sun City resort for the first time since 2000.
Sun City is a luxury resort, situated in the North West Province of South Africa. It is located about two hours’ drive from Johannesburg, near the city of Rustenburg. It is surrounded by the imposing mountains of the Pilanesberg and borders the Pilanesberg Game Reserve.
Our congratulations to the 5* Royal Livingstone Hotel at Victoria Falls, which has yet again been awarded ‘Best Hotel in Zambia’.
This prestigious 2010 World Travel award was thanks to the thousands of industry professionals worldwide who voted online, and was given to the hotel at a ceremony hosted in Johannesburg on Wednesday 7 July, which was attended by 1200 senior industry leaders.
The World Travel awards were established 17 years ago, and are committed to raising the standards of customer service and overall business performance throughout the international industry.
Only moments from the Zambezi River with the dramatic torrent of the Victoria Falls as its natural backdrop, the Royal Livingstone Hotel appeals to anyone in search of luxury, extravagance and sheer indulgence. The hotel stretches luxuriously along the banks of the Zambezi River, and consists of a sequence of thatch-roofed buildings, with deep verandas, set amidst indigenous trees and plants. A classic swimming pool visually links the waters of the river with the terraces of the hotel, with a sweeping timber deck planted in the swirling water of the Zambezi. The 173 en-suite air-conditioned rooms and suites all offer private balconies or terraces.
A brand new Spa facility at the Protea Hotel Kruger Gate opened its doors to guests on 1st July 2010.
The Spa offers preferential rates to all guests, and a wide range of treatments, which include a full range of massages, facials, manicures, pedicures as well as a variety of packages individually suited to guests needs.
Guests can enjoy their pampering either in the comfort of their own hotel room or on the hotel deck.
For anyone thinking of travelling to Cape Town between now and the end of August, please contact us to take advantage of these 2 new Special Offers at Winchester Mansions, situated in Sea Point:
Book a 4 night stay, and only pay for 3 nights
OR
Book 3 nights and get a complimentary dinner (2 course set menu on arrival night plus a glass of house wine)
Whilst many people will remember this year’s World Cup for the upsets and drama on the pitch, it is also fair to say that the warmth, enthusiasm, and hospitality of the hosts has won many new fans from around the world. South Africa has shown that it can organise one of the greatest sporting events on the planet, and do so with a style and passion that is all African.
Many thanks to all the hotels, guesthouse, and safari lodges that made the hundreds of fans that we had in South Africa during the tournament so welcome – everyone we have heard back from to date has said that they had a fantastic time…well the England fans were clearly a bit disappointed with the football, but they loved the country and the hospitality!
Whilst the carnival prepares to move on after this weekend’s final, and fans from around the world return home, South Africa remains a truly amazing destination for first time visitors and those who choose to return again and again.
Travel Butlers help thousands of people plan and book their trip to South Africa and the neighbouring countries each year, and all of our consultants are experts with at least 7 years experience of the region.
Because this is our speciality, we know the routes and safari lodges, beaches and top places that will make your trip the holiday of a lifetime…and because we know that everyone is different, we tailor every trip to each client’s specific requirements rather than work on a ‘one size fits all’ approach.
So if you fancy sipping cocktails on Table Mountain, eating out under the stars after a day on safari or trying any one of the thousands of other amazing experiences on offer, then why not ask us to help you plan and book your trip to Southern Africa?
From the 16th July until the end of September, you can book a 3 night safari at Simbambili Game Lodge for only R9,900* per person.
Simbambili Game Lodge is situated in the northern section of the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve. The lodge is set in magnificent trees along the meandering Manyeleti River with views over extensive savanna grassland that teems with wildlife.
Tireless attention to detail and the desires of the guests is made possible by limiting this exclusive experience to a maximum of 16. Each suite has spectacular views over the dry riverbed from the unique en-suite bathrooms and private viewing decks. They also have individual private plunge pools.
Your ranger and tracker team will astound you with their ability to track big game, on foot or on an open vehicle safari. Guests are encouraged to enjoy the extraordinary and unique wildlife of Africa, whether it is to linger at a close encounter with lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo or to be amazed by the extensive array of birds and insects.
All this is complemented by elegant cuisine, a selection fine wines from the cellar and by the warmth of true African hospitality.
* Dawn and dusk safaris in open Land Rovers, bushveld walks, all meals, teas, coffees and snacks, and sundowner drinks on game drives, and the tourism bed levy fee are included. PLEASE NOTE: All other drinks are NOT included. For self-drive visitors, the Sabi Sand entrance fee is also not included (currently R110 per vehicle and R20 per person, and R20 per person, subject to change).
For anyone travelling to Cape Town between 23rd and 27th August, unfortunately the Table Mountain Cableway will be closed for annual maintenance over these dates.
You can still climb up the mountain though if you are feeling energetic !!
The safari lodges of the Eastern Cape are ideal for people and families who wish to combine the ever-popular Cape Town and Garden Route with an unforgettable wildlife experience.
They all offer a fully inclusive malaria-free African safari including accommodation, all meals, 2 game drives per day in 4×4 vehicles, and an optional guided bush walk each day.
The land is privately owned, so the game viewing vehicles are not restricted to the road network and it is therefore possible for the experienced guides to follow the wildlife through the bush and to get extremely close to the animals.
And, as well as all this, Bukela and Hlosi are both offering a complimentary night if you stay and pay for 2 nights – so the 3rd night is completely free ! This offer is valid for travel from 15th July until the end of October 2010.
You can read more about these lodges and enquire about availability by following these links :
Bukela Lodge: Stay 3 nights for the price of 2
Hlosi Game Lodge: Stay 3 nights for the price of 2
Children are welcome at Hlosi Game Lodge.
To help support tourism in Namibia, the Namibia Tourist Board has got together a collection of lodges and Air Namibia, who for the months of June and July ONLY will be offering up to 50% off their published rates.
The collaboration is know as “Namibia: It’s Open Season” and its sole purpose is to help generate more visitors to this stunning counrty.
The Air Namibia participation in “Namibia: It’s Open Season” will apply to all major tourism routes of Frankfurt, Johannesburg and Cape Town.
Please contact us now for more information !
For anyone planning a quick hop up to Victoria Falls during their stay in South Africa for the World Cup, Zambia have just announced that entry visas will only cost $25, as opposed to the normal $50, in a bid to encourage visitors.
Only a short 2 hour flight from Johannesburg, a trip to Victoria Falls is certainly memorable. One of the 7 Wonders of the World, the Falls are situated between Zambia and Zimbabwe, and with a width of 1.7 km and a volume of 9 million litres per second pouring down a vertical drop of just over 100m they are certainly one of the largest waterfalls in the world.
The sheer noise of the Falls as they cascade over the edge into the deep gorge is deafening, and the misty clouds of spray, occasionally broken by rainbows, are visible from over 30 km away – hence it’s local name, Mosi-oa-Tunya, “The smoke that thunders”.
The reduced fee will apply to those entering the country with a valid ticket for any of the World Cup matches.
The reduced visa fee will only be in force until July 31.