KwaZulu-Natal
Suites for my Sweet: Suite Temptations at Hartford House in KwaZulu-Natal
There’s nothing sweeter than a romantic weekend getaway at a silvery lake’s edge in the verdant Midlands of KwaZulu-Natal. Park off at one of Hartford House’s exquisite Lakeside Suites and you’ll no doubt agree that this is a sweet skipaway in the countryside. (There are, by the way, other suites to choose from too – the Garden, Pool and Verandah Suites – but down by the lake the serenity is just wonderful.) … Read More
Seamless Suntans, Luxury Living, Turtles and Tons More on an Unpeopled Shoreline in KwaZulu-Natal
Ultra-divine and right off the well-worn track, Thonga Beach Lodge is set on the remote and beautiful shoreline of the Maputuland coast. It’s a luxury lodge resting discreetly in dune forest just above one of the most untouched wilderness beaches remaining on the African continent. Mabibi Bay is a magical place of coastal forests, lakes and long, long sandy beaches. … Read More
The Big Five of Special Offers in KwaZulu-Natal
one commentKwaZulu-Natal is currently offering some superb special offers on accommodation, including some five-star safaris. Grab a top safari experience at very reasonable rates, or treat yourself to a de-stressing break of a few days at stunning Oribi Gorge at a discounted price. … Read More
Patchwork Travel Made Perfect: Mix-and-Match Itineraries for your South African Holiday
South Africa is wide and vast, and abundantly gifted with gorgeous landscapes and fascinating wildlife. From safari hideouts deep in the wilderness to trendy urban playgrounds, from secret mountain getaways to vine-combed valleys and pearl-white beaches, the holiday options in South Africa are almost endless. … Read More
Placid Lakes, Palm Forests, Starlit Bathtubs & Utopian Untrampled Shores: Kosi Forest Lodge KwaZulu-Natal
Where in South Africa can you sleep in a sand forest on the edge of a lake, soak in a tub set in pearl-white sand beneath the stars, and spend blissful days walking in raffia forests, canoeing on beautiful channels, and snorkelling at a secret paradise where the Kosi River meets the big sea? And what’s more, you will barely see another soul, save for your hosts, fellow guests and a handful of local people going about their fishing. This is all yours at Kosi Forest Lodge, a fantastic nature hideout tucked away between the trees beside Lake Kosi in Kzn. … Read More
Three Cheers for Three Trees: Why Spioenkop needs be on your Getaway List
After a two-day jaunt in the stunning Spioenkop Valley, two Exclusive Getaways leisure-trippers returned refreshed and full of the joys of a Spring getaway in KwaZulu-Natal. Our enthusiastic adventurers were hosted by Simon and Cheryl Blackburn at their beautiful Spioenkop homestead, resting contentedly above the valley. … Read More
Heartfood House? Well, not exactly, it’s actually Hartford House
no comments“It’s a chef’s responsibility to make an ingredient shine“. And that’s exactly what Jackie Cameron does so well in her great Midlands kitchen at the beautiful Hartford House. … Read More
South African Safari Ideas and Specials
South Africa offers a fantastic choice of safari tours in a wide range of landscapes, each with its own variety of wildlife and experiences. Speaking to an experienced South African travel consultant is often the best way to match your particular expectations and budget with the right itinerary and wilderness accommodation. Here we bring you some current safari specials that reflect some of the wonderful diversity South Africa has to offer, at a good price. … Read More
Get More for Less: Some Sizzling Specials in Kzn
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Outdoorsy people will be in their element at Kosi Forest Lodge in the Kosi Bay Nature Reserve. Canoe rides on placid waters, walks in dense palm forests, trips to remote beaches, and open-air baths that look up into twinkling night skies, are just some of the things that will delight you. Stay for three nights and you only pay for two. Rates are from R1250 per person per night including accommodation, all meals, guided walk, guided canoe trip and a sundowner experience. Valid until end June 2012. View Special. … Read More
Adventure for Less at Hluhluwe River Lodge in Kzn: Now is the Time for a Low Season Saver
When nature hollers out to you, a great place to go is Hluhluwe River Lodge in KwaZulu-Natal. Big on nature and offering plenty to do outdoors, this wonderful getaway is situated on the western edge of the pristine iSimangaliso Wetland Park. The views from here are vast and glorious, sweeping across the waters of False Bay and the Hluhluwe river floodplain. Low season savings are available right now and continue up until the end of July 2012. … Read More
