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Tsala Treetop Lodge: Plettenberg Bay in South Africa

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

ZINZI RESTAURANT @ TSALA TREETOP LODGE AND VILLAS:

An abundant new dining experience was introduced to Hunter’s Country House and Tsala Treetop Lodge and Villas, with the opening of ZINZI Restaurant in 2009. Cleverly nestled between the two properties and uniquely designed with flair, comfort and the emphasis on relaxation and casual dining, ZINZI offers high and low dining with an eclectic mix of décor and lighting distinctively associated with the Hunter Hotel design ethic.

With its own private forest and dam views, the decks and stone masonry structure offers a wonderful taste of Africa, Europe and Asia on generous platters and the price range is affordable for the local and international market alike. Winter dining on Wed / Fri and Saturdays with warm fire places, ambient lighting and deck sundowners are a hit with the locals, whilst the Tsala guests always look forward to a new dining experience on the estate. ZINZI is now also open for lunch on Sat and Sundays with the kids being catered for at the Cub’s Corner and for the sporting enthusiast, a TV with current sports channels is always available in case the important game scores need to be checked during the course of the afternoon. Menus range from a choice of world platters, to a la carte menu options as well as a kiddies menu and the wine list offers a list of estate andlocal wines that are tantalizing temptations to add to the varied menu offering.

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Tsala Treetop Lodge, Plettenberg Bay Garden Route South Africa

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

TSALA TREETOP LODGE – SUITES AND VILLAS – PLETTENBERG BAY – GARDEN ROUTE

The new Tsala Villas are proving to be a hit with the locals as well as the international guests as the offering at Tsala has now extended to the elevated forest living experience which includes accommodation for 4 guests traveling together… The 6 Villas offer a spacious lounge, kitchenette with all the trimmings, a deck and private pool for 4 as well as a forest deck overlooking the pristine valley.

Connected to the main lodge via wooden walkways and hidden under the forest canopy, the Villas offer superior luxury and privacy as well as the 5 star service expected at Tsala. Ideal for celebration, family or friends bonding time as well as a romantic getaway, the Suites and the Villas now allow for a total of 16 rooms at Tsala Treetop Lodge.

Tsala, as with Hunter’s was also recently recognized for its achievement in fine dining with the Garden Route Top 10 Special Achievement Award for 2008.

Tsala was also recently the focus of the Greenprint Magazine and received their stamp of approval for being environmentally concerned. Herewith an extract by Arlene Cameron, Editor and Publisher of Greenprint Magazine.

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Hunter’s Country House, Plettenberg Bay Garden Route South Africa

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

HUNTER HOTELS – SEPTEMBER 2009 – NEWSFLASH:

HUNTER’S COUNTRY HOUSE- PLETTENBERG BAY – GARDEN ROUTE

The Grande Dame of the Garden Route, The Hunters Country House, turns 20 on the 8th of September 2009. The Hotel will be celebrating with grandeur, special goodies and of course with the Hunter Hotels hospitality that they have become renowned for, will ensure that this unique family offering for kids of all ages and their parents, honeymooners, and other guests will be spoilt for choice as we celebrate her coming of age.

For the summer service to guests, they can expect to utilize the new Jogging / Walking and Birding Track starting from the secret gardens past the Premier Suites to the forest up to the Ridge and the dams – a total of 3.4km of private forest to exercise in. For keen birdwatchers, leather bound birding books are available at reception and perhaps the guests will be treated to the shy Knysna Tauracau (formerly known as the Knysna Loerie).

Families can enjoy the Boules Court set in the lawns and close to the main swimming pool as well as offering a new Teen Scene for the older guests with pool table, dartboard and arts ‘n craft scrapbooking station not to mention Big Screen TV and comfy bean bags – a haven from the pressures of teen life and heaven for Mum and Dad!

The Cub’s Corner still remains a favourite space for kids as they have their own paradise playground to be entertained in. Gingerbread Giraffes are always a hit in between blowing off steam on the Jungle Gym, using the paddle pond or making sandcastles.

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Westin Grand Cape Town Arabella Quays, South Africa

Friday, September 4th, 2009

The Westin Grand Cape Town Arabella Quays Hotel

Spas make you look and feel wonderful. But it takes time. The sort of time you spend in meetings or writing reports. We understand the problem. We think that you deserve some pampering, so we will fit it into your busy day–and no one ever needs to know.

Take a Secret Lunch Hour, choose one luxury treatment and two delicious courses from our special menu at the Westin Executive Club, and we guarantee that within 90 minutes you’ll be back at your desk looking and feeling fantastic, and just a little bit naughty.

Secret Lunch Hour for one R500
Rendezvous for Two R900

Spa Selection
45 Minute Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage
45 Minute Facial
45 Minute Manicure or 45 Minute Pedicure

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Fancourt Golf Hotel and Spa, Garden Route South Africa

Friday, September 4th, 2009

REFURBISHMENT AND MAINTENANCE AT FANCOURT

The five star Fancourt Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort in George, South Africa’s famous Garden Route, has started with refurbishments and maintenance throughout the estate. There are several projects that will be undertaken in the upcoming months to ensure that we continue to fulfill our commitment of excellence towards you, our members and guests.

Refurbishment of the 300 and 400 series hotel rooms Rooms 318 to 328 will be renovated and refurbished over a period of ten weeks and should be open again by mid October.

Refurbishment of Rooms 401 to 418 will start on 12 October 2009 and should be completed by mid December.

The renovations in the 300 and 400 series should not effect general hotel operations and hotel guests will be accommodated away from these areas.

Fancourt SpaRenovations in the Fancourt Spa locker rooms and treatment rooms will take from 31 August 2009 and will be completed in the first week of November.

In order to not disrupt members and guests, the operating times of the Spa will be from 12:00 to 20:00 weekdays, and normal operating hours over weekends.

The Fancourt Spa facilities i.e sauna, steam room and tepidarium will only be available during Spa opening hours. The Roman Bath will be accessible from the top entrance. Members and guests are welcome to make use of the golf locker rooms over this period.

To minimise the inconvenience for fitness fanatics the gym will be temporary moved to the Leisure Centre for this period, 31 August 2009 to 02 November 2009. The opening hours will remain as is, ie 06:00 to 21:00.

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Vineyard Hotel and Spa, Cape Town South Africa

Friday, September 4th, 2009

VINEYARD HOTEL & SPA VOTED BEST “HOTEL WEDDING RECEPTION VENUE”

South Africa, Cape Town, Newlands, August 2009

CELEBRATING her 115th anniversary, the Vineyard Hotel & Spa has clinched the national Hotel Wedding Reception Venue category at the recent VOW awards held in Johannesburg.

Organised by the South African Bridal Industry Academy (SABIA), the Vineyard Hotel & Spa won 1st place from 165 nominations. This deluxe Cape icon is set in 6-acres of beautiful landscaped gardens below the southern slopes of Table Mountain. Making a commitment to ‘living green’, the hotel has an impressive environmental and social awareness ethos making the decision to choose the Vineyard for one’s special day even more desirable.

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Le Quartier Hotel, Franschhoek Cape Town South Africa

Friday, September 4th, 2009

New Look Tasting Room at Le Quartier Francais Hotel, Franschhoek

The Tasting Room, which is Le Quartier Francais Hotel’s flagship restaurant and one of the top 50 restaurants in the world, now offers diners two uniquely created tasting menus; an eight course – expertly paired with local wines – and a five course choice menu.

The décor has been revised and was designed to function as a platform for Margot Janse’s acclaimed cuisine. Conceptualised and realised by Herbert Janse, well-known Dutch set designer (and Margot’s brother), the stage aims to amplify the essence of what makes Margot’s food so exceptional. Art – from the owner’s private collection – by revered South African artist, Maud Sumner, is on display. Each piece is exquisite and was hand-selected to play a specific role in The Tasting Room, adding unforgettable depth to the atmosphere.

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New Rooms at Le Quartier Francais Hotel, Franschhoek

Friday, September 4th, 2009

New Rooms at Le Quartier Francais Hotel, Franschhoek

Le Quartier Français Hotel in Franschhoek, Cape Winelands, now offers guests three double volume Grande Rooms and two Petite Garden Suites in addition to the existing Auberge Rooms, the Auberge Suites and Four Quarter Suites.

The Grande Rooms at Le Quartier Francais Hotel are larger and more sumptuous than the charming Auberge Rooms. Oversized chairs, exquisite fabrics and a fabulous bathroom create a decadent atmosphere. The Petite Garden Suites look out onto their own gently crafted secret corner garden. Their large sliding glass doors spill open onto a private patio creating the perfect location for breakfasts and afternoon drinks. Both the Grande Rooms and Petite Garden Suites come complete with all the luxury amenities associated with a stay at Le Quartier Français.

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The Dock House Hotel and Spa, V and A Waterfront Cape Town South Africa

Friday, September 4th, 2009

ELEMENTS SPA TO OPEN AT DOCK HOUSE

South Africa, Cape Town, 1 September 2009

THE six-bedroom uber-luxurious Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa has re-launched its spa offering. Re-named the Elements Spa at Dock House, this exclusive sanctuary offers three (3) treatments rooms, a small but well-equipped gym and a sauna / steam room.

Opening on 16 September 2009, the new Elements Spa at Dock House will focus on signature treatments pandering to residents staying at Dock House as well as day visitors. Comprehensive overnight packages will allow for complete rejuvenation while half-day offerings will attract Capetonians seeking an urban hideaway for well-deserved pampering and escapism. The Spa will offer Dermalogica, Comfort Zone and Skin Sphere ranges.

On the “2009 Conde Nast Traveller Hot List”, Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa is located at a discreet address overlooking the picturesque V&A; Waterfront. This intimate hotel combines classic, butler-style service with the latest in technology and luxury. Each of the five opulent rooms and one suite offer complimentary stocked mini-bars, plasma-screen televisions with individual satellite decoders and lavishly designed bathrooms. Four of the rooms have balconies overlooking the vibrant harbour.Elements Spa at Dock House will also be accessible to the neighbouring V&A; Hotel residents.

To reserve your Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa experience call (27) (21) 794 9050.

The Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa is a member of NEWMARK HOTELS Pty Ltd. Sister properties include the Ambassador Hotel in Bantry Bay, Cape Town and the V&A; Hotel located at the V&A; Waterfront, Cape Town.

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Spier Hotel Stellenbosch, South Africa Specials

Friday, September 4th, 2009

WINTER SPECIALS AT SPIER in Stellenbosch

Stay over at the Spier Hotel for a slice of heaven and heritage Stay over at Spier from 24 to 27 September, and receive a slice of heaven served up with Spier’s rich heritage.

The Heritage Day package includes two nights’ bed & breakfast at the Spier Hotel for two, with up to two children aged under 12 staying for free; a two-course dinner at the Spier Hotel; an under-the-sky buffet dinner at moyo; an informal Spier wine tasting; and a half hour tension melting neck and shoulders massage. The special heritage offers include a tour of Spier’s historic buildings and art; art lessons for the children, including an art kit per child; and historical storytelling throughout the weekend.

The package is priced at R 2,300 per person sharing.

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