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Looking for something to do this
weekend? You’ve come to the right
place! Whether you’re a weekend
warrior with a lust for adventure or a
stressed exec looking for a relaxing
lunch in the sun, you’ll find inspiration
on our pages.
What’s Happening on the Weekend®
features venues and activities in
Gauteng, as well as further afield,
providing you with everything you need
to plan your next outing. Take a look at
our special offers for a spur of the
moment indulgence, or browse through
our regular categories and add a few
new favourites to your list of frequent
haunts.
While every care & effort has been taken in
compiling accurate information the publishers ,
its assigns , employees & heirs can not be held
responsible for any omissions or errors .
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P 1 -2 Event & news
P3-4 This month’s Recipe
P5- 8 Theatre & Entertainment
P9-18 Leisure , wellness & Dinning out
P19-20 Front Cover Article’s
P21-22 A History lesson
P23-30 Bush holiday Specials
P31&32 Hospitality news
P33 – 40 Special promotions
P41 – 48 Extended News
P49 – 51 Travel Tips Abroad
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.”
www.saxon.co.za
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.”
www.morehotels.co.za
Executive Chef Thiery Gourdin
After completing high school and at the tender age of 18, Thiery started without much conviction a two-
month 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 Château 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 Château 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 Château de Bel Ombre on the gastronomic map
of Mauritius and beyond..
www.heritageresorts.mu
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.
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 laid-
back 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.
Sensitive to ocean mammals www.whitepearlresorts.com White Pearl Resorts offers small-group experiences
,
Reservations Tel: +27 11 026 7178 Cell: +27 82 806 1201
Email: [email protected]
Brighten: 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
brighter, with a more
polished finish.
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.
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,
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 co-
ordinated 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 wheelchair-
bound 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.
Forest Town Johannesburg 2122 011 646 2000
HELLO 165 LONG MARKET CAPE TOWN
T: 021 422 4920 F: 021 422 4815
E: [email protected] Parking available at Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital (entrance Loop
St, exit Longmarket St) and Heritage Square (Bree Street).
Breakfast 7am - 11am | Lunch 12pm - 3pm | Mondays to Fridays | Dinner Thursday Only
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 9-
hole 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!
www.heritageresorts.mu
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
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.
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 non-endangered rhinos. The majority (98.8%) of white rhinos occur in just four countries: South Africa,
Namibia, Zimbabwe, and Kenya.
Buffalo Ridge Safari lodge
011 234-6500 [email protected] www.buffaloridgesafari.com
Impodimo Lodge
018 350 9400 [email protected] www.impodimo.com
Jaci’s Lodges
083 700 2071 [email protected] www.madikwe.com
Madikwe Hills
018 350 9200 [email protected] www.seasonsinafrica.com
Madikwe Safari Lodge
011 880 9992 [email protected] www.madikwesafarilodge.co.za
Makanyane Lodge
014 778 9600 [email protected] www.makanyane.com
Mosetlha Bush Camp
011 444 9345 [email protected] www.thebushcamp.com
Motswiri Private Safari Lodge
086 124 3441 [email protected] www.motswiri.com
Rhulani Safari Lodge
[email protected] www.rhulani.com
Tau Game Lodge
011 314 4350 [email protected] www.taugamelodge.co.za
Thakadu River Camp
011 676-3123 [email protected] www.thakadu.ahagroup.co.za
The Bush House
076 694 0505 [email protected] www.bushhouse.co.za
Tuningi Safari lodge
011 781 5384 [email protected] www.tuningi.com
Tambuti Lodge :
0764895865 [email protected] www.tambutilodge.com
Golden Leopard Resorts :
0145551000 [email protected] www.goldenleopardresorts.co.za
Sun City Resort :
0145571000 [email protected] www.suninternational.com
Bakubung bush Lodge :
014 552 6000 [email protected] www.bakubung.co.za
Ivory Tree :
011 781 1661 [email protected] www.ivorytreegamelodge.com
Pilanesberg Private Lodge :
082 854 5603 [email protected] www.pilanesbergprivatelodge.com
Sheperds Tree :
014 551 3910 [email protected] www.shepherdstree.co.za
Buffalo Thorn lodge :
082 229 1158 [email protected] www.buffalothornlodge.co.za
Black Rhino Lodge :
011 516 4367 [email protected] www.blackrhinogamelodge.com
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge :
014 552 5100 [email protected] www.kwamaritane.co.za
Tshukudu Bush Lodge :
014 552 6255 [email protected] 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.
Tel: (+27) 14 778 9600 Fax: (+27) 14 778 9611
E-mail: [email protected]
www.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 chocolate-
covered 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.
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,
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.
Email: [email protected]
www.ifeelgood.co.za
or follow
www.facebook.com/IFeelGoodExpo
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.
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.
Tel: +27 11 344 8500
Fax: +27 11 344 8501
Postal:
PO Box 3046
Saxonwold
2132
Physical:
54 Bath Avenue
Rosebank
Johannesburg
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 [email protected]
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 office-
hours – 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
Central Reservations Office
LUX* Resorts - Head Office
Pierre Simonet Street, Floreal
Mauritius
Registration number: 6590
Tel : +230 698 9800/ 698 2727
Fax :+230 698 4222
E-mail (rooms only): [email protected]
E-mail (rooms & flights):
Rio de Janeiro
Brasil
Tel.: +55 21 2548 7070
Fax: +55 21 2235 7330
E-mail: [email protected]
www.copacabanapalace.com.br