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54 On Bath, Johannesburg

54 On Bath

Discover a contemporary and fashionable haven at 54 On Bath, 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 traveler seeking intimacy and refinement but
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Akademie Street Boutique Hotel, Franschhoek

Just under 1,000 ft  from the Franschhoek monument, in the heart of the Franschhoek Wine Valley, Akademie Street Boutique Hotel offers luxurious suites and traditional cottages, some with their own private swimming pools. All of the accommodation at Akademie Street is set in lush gardens and many have views of the mountains of the Cape
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AM Private Luxury Lodge & Game Reserve, Greater Kruger Park

AM Private Luxury Lodge

AM Private Luxury Lodge & Game Reserve is an exclusive, award winning, five-star luxury lodge that is situated in the Hoedspruit, Limpopo region, unlike any other in the Klaserie region at the Greater Kruger Park area. AM Private Luxuary Lodge offers an intimate African experience to individuals or families of all ages who are looking
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Arathusa Safari Lodge, Sabi Sand Private Reserve

Arathusa Safari Lodge

Arathusa Safari Lodge is an enchanting lodge which lies within the world renowned Sabi Sand Private Reserve, adjacent to the unfenced Kruger National Park. Arathusa’s suites are tucked into the untamed African bush. The camp is completely open-plan and flanks a mammoth waterhole which pulses with animal activity. The main living area is intended for
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AtholPlace Boutique Hotel, Johannesburg

AtholPlace Boutique Hotel

Contemporary-classic glamor and understated elegance meet at Relais & Châteaux’s AtholPlace Boutique Hotel, ensuring an unforgettable stay. Guests are invited to enjoy everything they offer, from their comfortably furnished library with built-in fireplace to their large swimming pool. Their beautiful garden is the perfect place to unwind after a long day, or have a drink
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Baobab Ridge Lodge

Baobab Ridge Lodge

Baobab Ridge Lodge lies within the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve offering guests an up-market, clean, comfortable and affordable wilderness experience. Here guests can have an authentic and memorable bush experience. This small and intimate private lodge with only 7 private suites (sleeps maximum 16 guests), gives guests a feeling of serenity, far away from the
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Bateleur Safari Camp

Bateleur Safari Camp

Bateleur Safari Camp is ideal for couples, singles and small groups who are looking for a Timbavati safari that simultaneously exceeds expectations and offers an up-close experience of the true African bush and wildlife whilst staying at a camp which is totally eco-friendly. The feature of the Bateleur Safari Camp’s central area is the covered,
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Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town

Mount Nelson Hotel

Set in a lush garden estate at the heart of Cape Town, the Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is an iconic property that encapsulates the true spirit of Belmond. Its romantic heritage recalls the days of great ocean liners and high tea on the veranda, while its contemporary dining scene adds a lively buzz. Situated close
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Beverly Hills Hotel, Durban

Beverly Hills Hotel, Durban

Languishing between the sun-burned blond beach and the warm waters of the south western Indian Ocean is Umhlanga Rocks, one of South Africa’s premier coastal locations, a mere twenty minutes drive from Durban. With miles of glorious golden beaches and near perfect subtropical weather, this idyllic playground attracts sophisticated visitors from around the globe, seeking the
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Birkenhead House, Hermanus

Birkenhead House

Perched high on the Hermanus cliffs, the regal Birkenhead House and deluxe adjacent Villa, overlook the whale watching paradise of Walker Bay. Accommodating guests in the utmost luxury, this is the perfect destination for those seeking the pinnacle of seaside living.

Bongani Mountain Lodge, Mthetomusha Private Game Reserve

Bongani Mountain Lodge

How far do you have to travel to find peace and quiet and connect with the simple life? When it’s time to get back to the things that really matter – such as the tranquility of nature, the excitement of culture, and the fascination of history, take a trip to Bongani Mountain Lodge. This Kruger
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Cape Cadogan Hotel, Cape Town

Cape Cadogan

Set amidst the backdrop of Cape Town’s ever popular Kloof Street, this family-owned hotel is just steps away from numerous popular restaurants, boutiques and cafés. The Cape Cadogan is a stately double-storied Georgian and Victorian building that dates back to the beginning of the 19th century. It was originally a farmhouse which was ”Victorianised’ in
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Cape Grace Hotel, Cape Town

Cape Grace

The recently refashioned boutique Cape Grace Hotel delivers all the creature comforts you’d expect from world class luxury accommodation in Cape Town and lots of little extras too. Backed by iconic Table Mountain and perfectly positioned on our own private quay in the center of Cape Town’s vibrant V&A Waterfront, the Cape Grace Hotel epitomizes
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Cheetah Outreach, South Africa

Cheetah Outreach cheetah education

Cheetah Outreach is an education and community-based program created to raise awareness of the plight of the cheetah and to campaign for its survival. Founder Annie Beckhelling launched the project in January 1997 with just one hectare of land provided by Spier Wine Estate and two cheetahs. Today visitors can enter the cheetah enclosures and
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Chisomo Safari Lodge, Greater Kruger Park

Chisomo Safari Lodge

Chisomo Safari Lodge overlooks the Makhutsi River, tucked deep in the Big Five Karongwe Game Reserve within the Greater Kruger Park in Limpopo, South Africa.  Offering an unrivaled African Safari experience, Chisomo Safari Lodge guests can expect a warm atmosphere, professional and friendly staff and fine cuisine to compliment the excellent Big Five game viewing.
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Chitwa-Chitwa Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve

Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge at dusk

Immersed in luxury, surrounded by nature, Chitwa-Chitwa Game Lodge is more than just a luxury private game lodge in the bush. It’s a holistic and sensorial experience which starts at sunrise and captures the very essence of the magnificent wildlife heritage and natural landscape of Africa before sunset. The luxury lodge basks in the sun on
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City Lodge OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

City Lodge OR Tambo Airport

Based at Africa’s busiest airport, City Lodge at OR Tambo Airport will provide business and leisure travelers with “home away from home” accommodation that is ideal for those commuting to and from Johannesburg and perfect for those who require immediate access to the airport. OR Tambo Airport offers a number of services from banking a
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Conrad Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, Knysna

Conrad Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa

Situated on the award-winning Conrad Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, with its spectacular views of sea, lagoon and indigenous countryside, offers residents every aspect of luxury living – in complete harmony with nature. Set among forests and panoramic landscapes, it has close proximity to a secluded beach, a vast range of outdoor leisure activities including
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Cresta Grande, Cape Town

Located just off the cobbled Greenmarket Square, and 300 feet from Saint Georges Mall, Cresta Grande Cape Town is an ideal base for your stay in Cape Town.  The hotel offers 242 newly renovated, comfortable rooms with free high-speed Wi-Fi, private bathrooms with separate showers and bathtubs, satellite TV, mini-bar fridge, in-room safe, and in-room
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Dulini Leadwood Lodge, Kruger Park

Leadwood captivates its guests by taking deep root in their hearts, much like the ancient trees after which the Lodge is named. Leadwood Lodge is the ultimate safari choice for discerning travellers in search of luxurious exclusivity and solitude. Tucked secretively into the lush elbow where the Mabrak and Sand rivers confluence, four Leadwood suites
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Ellerman House, Cape Town

Ellerman House

Relais & Châteaux’s Ellerman House is the quintessential urban retreat for discerning luxury travelers wanting complete exclusivity in Cape Town. Sprawled over one-and-a-half landscaped acres, this privately owned hotel has been influential in redefining luxury accommodation in South Africa. Located in Bantry Bay, close to the city, Ellerman House offers spectacular Atlantic Ocean views against
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Entabeni Game Conservancy

The Entabeni Game Conservancy is situated in the World Heritage Waterberg Biosphere. Entabeni, meaning “Place of the Mountain”, is a 220 km2 (85 sq mi) private reserve situated in the Waterberg in Limpopo Province in northern South Africa. The Entabeni Game Conservancy is popular for safari trips because of the opportunity to see big game
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Forest Lodge

Forest Lodge

Mother Nature is at the center of your experience at the Grootbos Nature Reserve Forest Lodge, whether it’s glimpsed in the botanical inspired tones of the decor, the curved lines of the roof or the way the expansive windows frame each natural masterpiece. Bask in the dappled light with amazing views and unwind in this
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Grootbos Forest or Garden Lodge, Grootbos Nature Reserve

Grootbos Forest Lodge

The Grootbos Forest Lodge is a masterpiece of sophisticated contemporary design reflecting the breathtaking natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. The sixteen freestanding luxury suites are carefully embedded in the ancient milkwood forest, accessed via an enchanted cobbled pathway beneath the forest canopy. Each suite is stylishly furnished to provide an exquisite blend of aesthetic
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Grootbos Foundation, South Africa

Grootbos Foundation learning

From the beginning, Grootbos has been committed to the conservation of the region’s biodiversity as well as uplifting the local community. The non-profit Grootbos Foundation was established during 2003 to run the Grootbos environmental and social development programs and has as its mission: The conservation of the biodiversity of Grootbos and its surrounds. The development
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Hamiltons Tented Camp, Kruger National Park

Hamiltons Tented Camp

Named after Colonel Stephenson Hamilton, who was instrumental in establishing the world famous Kruger National Park, Hamiltons Tented Camp reflects a safari adventure of the early 1900s, where grace and style were the epitome luxurious living. Following the fine tradition of luxury in true “Out of Africa” style, the journey into a bygone era inspires
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Hanglip Mountain Lodge, Entabeni Safari Conservancy

Hanglip Mountain Lodge

Supplement available on request at Entabeni for this accommodation. On the lower plateau of Entabeni, Hanglip Mountain Lodge can be discovered amid the wetlands and plains of the Waterberg’s famous mountains. This alluring five-star lodge evokes the romantic Africa of yesteryear with its unique blend of utter luxury, true African wilderness and views stretching beyond
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Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge

Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge accommodation

Distinct thatched peaks that peep over the tree-line and flashes of burnt orange through lush Leadwood trees signal guests’ arrival at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge, set on the banks of the Mluwati River in the heart of the Kruger National Park. A celebration of African style, from its traditional rondawel rooms to the splashes of
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Idube Game Lodge, Kruger Park

Idube Game Lodge is  situated in the Sabi Sand Reserve, in the heart of South Africa’s premier wildlife conservation area of the Greater Kruger Park known for conservation efforts, particularly in protecting rhino.  Game, including the Big 5, is viewed really close by from open Land Rovers, or spotted on guided walks. The lodge has
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Inn on the Square Hotel, Cape Town

Inn on the Square

Three Cities Inn on the Square Hotel, a contemporary business and leisure hotel, represents a young, dynamic and colorful mid-market brand and promises to be the “”best sleep in town””. Housed in one of Cape Town’s oldest buildings, overlooking the vibrant Green Market Square. The Three Cities Inn on the Square Hotel is conveniently located
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Intercontinental Johannesburg Airport, Johannesburg

Intercontinental Johannesburg Airport

South Africa’s first and only luxury hotel at an airport, the InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is situated within walking distance from the terminals at O.R Tambo International Airport. Special features for frequent travelers include 24-hour usage, flight friendly menus, in-room flight information and a Health and Fitness centre to ease the stress of long
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Ivory Tree Game Lodge, Pilanesburg National Park

Ivory Tree Game Lodge

Situated in the crater of an ancient and long-extinct volcano within the Pilanesberg National Park, the exclusive Ivory Tree Game Lodge is surrounded by typical African bushveld: rolling grasslands and lightly wooded areas, with fabulous views of the koppies. This escape from city living is only two hours’ drive from Johannesburg and falls within a
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Jabulani, Kruger Park

Camp Jabulani

Relais & Chateaux’s Jabulani is a family-owned and managed private luxury safari lodge located within the private Kapama Game Reserve in Hoedspruit, South Africa (in close proximity to the Kruger National Park, and scenic Mpumalanga region). With a Relais & Chateaux accreditation, this camp is guaranteed to offer first class accommodation, cuisine, facilities and personalized
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Kapama Karula Lodge, Greater Kruger Park

Kapama Karula Lodge

Set on the banks of the Klaserie river which flows throughout the year, the seven luxury tents and five exclusive suites that make up Kapama Karula – “”the place of peace”” – are in every way true to their name. The river glides smoothly forming sparkling pools that attract smaller riverine animals and a myriad
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Kapama River Lodge, Greater Kruger Park

Kapama River Lodge

Located in the Kapama Private Game Reserve, the Kapama River Lodge is so named because it lies in a curve of the Kapama River, which is usually dry but floods from time to time and can reach the steps of the lodge swimming pool. A small permanent water source lies just beyond Kapama River Lodge
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Kapama Southern Camp, Greater Kruger Park

Kapama Southern Camp

Kapama Southern Camp is situated on the southernmost section of the Kapama Private Game Reserve. It offers luxury 5-star accommodation, in just fifteen luxury suites, warm hospitality and friendly service in a tranquil setting which will satisfy even the most discerning nature lover’s taste. Relax in the lounge with a good book or just sit
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Karongwe River Lodge, Greater Kruger Park

Karongwe River Lodge enjoys a lovely position on the banks of the Makhutswi River. There are 5  luxury suites ideal for couples, 2 lovely family suites, 2 executive suites and 2 opulent presidential suites with private plunge pools. The spacious thatched, wooden suites have air-conditioning and en-suite bathrooms with a Victorian Slipper Bath and shower as well as a private
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Kingfisher Lodge, Entabeni Safari Conservancy

Kingfisher Lodge honeymoon suite

Supplement available on request at Entabeni for this accommodation. Kingfisher Lodge is the ideal setting for the discerning tourist requiring personalized service. The exclusive eight suites provide an ideal setting for the guest requiring privacy. Set on the banks of Lake Entabeni, this intimate, exclusive 5 Star lodge entices guests outdoors onto its wooden decks
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Kings Camp, Kruger Park

Kings Camp

Kings Camp is situated in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve, which is part of the greater Kruger National Park. Only 35 km from Hoedspruit Airport. With access to 100 square kilometers of African bush, ‘Big Five’ game viewing opportunities are excellent. Kings Camp is 20-bed lodge that is both personal and intimate. Each of the
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Lake Pleasant Living, Knysna

Lake Pleasant Living

Lake Pleasant Living is unique from other accommodation establishments on the Garden Route as it provides lifestyle living combined with superb facilities and is not merely a room to overnight. Ideally placed between the beautiful towns of Knysna and Sedgefield, this is the perfect place from where to explore endless activities on the Garden Route
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Lakeside Lodge, Entabeni Safari Conservancy

Lakeside Lodge

Lakeside Lodge is situated on the banks of the beautiful Entabeni Lake, on the upper escarpment. The lakeside accommodation includes luxury spacious en-suite bedrooms which are linked by thatched walkways to the Lodge reception, restaurant, conference rooms and boma areas. Outside highlights include private venues, Fig Trees bush dinner venue, Entabeni Mountain, Hanglip viewpoint, Hippo
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Le Quartier Français, Winelands

Le Quartier Francais

Le Quartier Français (The French Quarter) is a small, privately owned auberge situated in the French Huguenot valley of Franschhoek, in the Cape Winelands . “We like to keep things simple, but exceptional and we pride ourselves on our reputation for warm, world class service – and the little touches that make the difference”. Emphasis
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Legend Golf Course

Developer Peet Cilliers wanted the scale of the Legend Golf Course in the Entabeni Safari Conservancy to match the surrounding African landscape.  Everything at Legend is larger than life in an enormous 50,000-acre estate where herds of giraffe, zebra and antelope roam free alongside fairways that weave though open grassland and dense bushveld in two
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Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve

Leopard Hills, situated in the Sabi Sand private game reserve. Built on a hill overlooking the reserve, Leopard Hills boasts eight exquisitely decorated glass fronted suites, with sundeck and plunge pool. Silver service dinners are enjoyed in our elegant dining room or under the stars on the deck overlooking the floodlit waterhole. Our wine cellar
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Lion Sands Ivory Lodge, Kruger Park

Lon Sands Ivory Tree Lodge

The Lion Sands Ivory Lodge has been built on the banks of the Sabie River with magnificent views, extending onto the open sand banks of the Kruger National Park. The Lodge faces due South and is approximately 100 meters upstream of River Lodge. The entrance area is separate from the main lodge in order to
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Lion Sands Ivory Tree Lodge, Kruger Park

Lion Sands Ivory Tree Lodge

The Lion Sands Ivory Tree Lodge has been built on the banks of the Sabie River with magnificent views, extending onto the open sand banks of the Kruger National Park. The Lodge faces due South and is approximately 100 meters upstream of River Lodge. The entrance area is separate from the main lodge in order
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Lukimbi Safari Lodge, Kruger Park

Lukimbi Safari Lodge

Lukimbi Safari Lodge is a stunning luxury safari lodge situated in the easily accessible southern portion of the Kruger National Park, South Africa. Kruger is home to the Big Five and a wide variety of other animals and birds, which roam freely in their natural habitat. Game drives with informative Rangers, are on private roads
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Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa

Leopard spotting on a gamedrive

Madikwe Game Reserve is currently the fifth largest game reserve and is also one of the lesser- known parks in South Africa. This makes it a hidden gem as it is regarded as one of the best conservation areas in Africa and offers the Big 5 in a 680 km2 park (750 km2 including newly
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Makalali Main Lodge, Greater Kruger Park

Makalali Main Lodge

Makalali Main Lodge is a newly built 4-star lodge in the Greater Kruger Park, boasting 30 comfortable Superior Rooms to choose from, each with their own en-suite bathroom with an indoor- and outdoor shower.  Guests can enjoy the luxury of air-conditioned rooms with luxurious interiors of classic leather and wood furnishings. The central area is designed
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Makalali River Lodge, Makalali Game Reserve

Makalali River Lodge

Feel at home with the great African explorers at this pristine and ethnic bush retreat. Situated on a 26,000 hectare conservancy in the Hoedspruit region, west of the famous Kruger National Park, in the Limpopo province of South Africa and close to the Drakensberg Mountains, lays the breathtaking Makalali.  Makalali River Lodge is a place
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Melrose Arch Hotel, Johannesburg

Melrose Arch Hotel

Located in the exclusive Melrose Arch Development, in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg, the Melrose Arch Hotel offers easy access to all attractions and the airport, being 26 km from Johannesburg International Airport. The Melrose Arch Hotel is situated in the Melrose Arch Complex, which is a unique combination of high street retail shops, fine
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Mjejane River Lodge, Mjejane Game Reserve

Perched on the banks of the Crocodile River and surrounded by raw African wilderness, it is here that you are assured of a breath taking wildlife experience. Mjejane Game Reserve is fully absorbed into the Kruger National Park. Therefore all fences between the Mjejane Reserve and Kruger were removed and the animals move freely. There are
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Moditlo River Lodge, Greater Kruger Park

Moditlo River Lodge

Situated on 36,000 acres of African bushveld bordering the scenic banks of the Nbesi River, Moditlo Private Game Reserve offers a range of luxurious wildlife encounters and African safari options especially tailored for the discerning traveler. The Moditlo River Lodge sits at the heart of the Blue Canyon Conservancy, a stretch of protected land in
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Mont D’Or, Franschhoek

Mont d’Or Franschhoek is in the center of the historic picturesque town of Franschhoek, surrounded by beautiful scenery within the Cape Winelands. This beautifully renovated boutique hotel has eleven air-conditioned en-suite rooms, each decorated emitting its own unique character. Each room has a choice of satellite TV channels, complimentary Wi-Fi access, tea and coffee making facilities, a
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Mosaic Lagoon Lodge, Hermanus

Mosaic Lagoon Lodge

For the ultimate private getaway, Mosaic Lagoon Lodge captures the essence of tranquility with just five safari-style suites secluded among ancient milkwood trees on the edge of the Hermanus Lagoon. Stone and glass walls open onto private decks with gorgeous mountain views. Each room has beautiful soft netting surrounding a king bed, a sitting area,
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Motswari Game Lodge, Timbavati Private Game Reserve

Motswari Game Lodge

Situated on its own private lands within the Timbavati Private Game Reserve, Motswari Game Lodge prides itself on providing a more serene environment for its guests safari experience. The naturally furnished interiors of its 15 air conditioned bungalows reflect the wonders of nature that exist just outside the windows. Facilities at Motswari Game Lodge include
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Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town

The Mount Nelson Hotel and Table Mountain

Set in a lush garden estate at the heart of Cape Town, the Mount Nelson Hotel is an iconic property. Its romantic heritage recalls the days of great ocean liners and high tea on the veranda, while its contemporary dining scene adds a lively buzz.  Situated close by Table Mountain and Cape Town’s spectacular beaches,
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Nkomazi Private Game Reserve

nkomazi lodge kruger park deck

NKOMAZI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE – an ecological Aladdin’s cave of natural treasures, from its towering ancient mountains to its broad river valleys and impressive grasslands containing countless animals and rare flora. This area is often referred to as the holy grail of geology with some of the oldest rock formations on the planet. Your game
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One & Only Hotel, Cape Town

One & Only Cape Town

The One & Only Cape Town is situated at the heart of the city’s working harbor within the fashionable Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Cape Town itself is located at the foot of Table Mountain at the northern end of Africa’s Cape Peninsula, where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. Facilities: Restaurants and bars: Plate, Wine
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Oude Werf Hotel, Stellenbosch

Oude Werf Hotel

Established in 1802, the Oude Werf Hotel is South Africa’s oldest and most historic hotel and has defined hospitality and fine dining for centuries. Our guests enjoy the wonders of the Cape Winelands from the repose of our luxurious accommodation, situated in the historical core of the university town of Stellenbosch, only 50km from Cape
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Pack For A Purpose, Worldwide

Pack For A Purpose

Pack For A Purpose’s mission is to positively impact communities around the world by assisting travelers who want to bring meaningful contributions to the destinations they visit. There is need everywhere in the world; however, it is sometimes difficult to identify specific needs in places far from home. They believe people fortunate enough to travel
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Peermont D’Oreale Grande, Johannesburg

The Peermont D’oreale Grande Hotel offers a matchless regal experience enhanced by superior levels of service and guest relations.With 182 beautifully designed and impeccably appointed soundproofed rooms and suites that are fitted with plush, state-of-theart indulgences, the hotel’s comfort levels are enhanced by superior levels of service and guest relations..  All rooms incorporate air-conditioning, multi-channel satellite TV, complimentary wireless Internet access
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Peermont Metcourt Hotel, Johannesburg

Contemporary convenience at its best… the 3-star Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace offers stylish and comfortable rooms with amities which include LCD flat screen TV, satellite DSTV channels for all languages, tea and coffee stations, secure internet connections, laptop safe, working desk with business-convenient plug points. The hotel’s clean and modern façade is complimented by a private
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Peermont Mondior Hotel, Johannesburg

Enjoy elegance at the 4-star Peermont Mondior Hotel at Emperors Palace.  The hotel features 150 spacious rooms and suites furnished in contemporary African elegance and fitted with cutting-edge technology. The hotel 150 spacious rooms  are all fitted with cutting-edge technology and furnished in an elegant and contemporary African style.  All rooms are air conditioned with a bath or
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Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott, Cape Town

Protea Fire & Ice Cape Town

Prepare to be blown away with the same force as the winds of the iconic Cape South-Easter as you step into the ultra-cool Protea Hotel Fire & Ice! by Marriott Cape Town. This ultra-chic 4-star hotel, in the heart of the vibrant Mother City, offers adventure-seekers an accommodation option with a difference and is a
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Protea Hotel OR Tambo, Johannesburg

Protea Hotel OR Tambo

The pristine four-star Protea Hotel O.R.Tambo Airport is set in the heart of Kempton Park, minutes from OR Tambo International Airport, South Africa’s largest airport. Themed around an aircraft hangar, the industrial ambiance of the Hotel is felt in the polished concrete floors, steel finishes, chrome lighting and top to bottom windows that overlook the
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Queen Victoria Hotel, Cape Town

Queen Victoria Hotel

Enjoy tranquil luxury at the Queen Victoria Hotel, one of Cape Town’s most distinguished boutique hotels. Here, in a historic precinct near to the V&A Waterfront, classic elegance meets contemporary design. This five-star hotel’s prime location offers convenient access to outstanding amenities and a serene escape from the bustle. The Queen Victoria Hotel has 32
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Radisson Blu, Cape Town

Radisson Blu Cape Town

Take in views of the beautiful waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the private marina from the Radisson Blu Cape Town, with Table Mountain and Robben Island providing a beautiful backdrop. Located on the waterfront, this seaside hotel is close to the city center, as well as all the big cultural offerings. The striking ocean
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Ravineside Lodge, Entabeni Safari Conservancy

Ravineside Lodge

Ravineside Lodge is situated on the upper escarpment under the extending shadow of Entabeni Mountain.  The property comprises tranquil thatched wooden lodges on stilts with magnificent bird’s-eye views. Each game lodge has 3 or 4 luxury en suite bedrooms with an African ethnic theme. Ravineside Lodge’s open grasslands are surrounded by majestic mountains, natural rock
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Rovos Rail

Rovos Rail Steam Train class 19D-I

Experience the extravagant elegance of rail travel on the most luxurious train in the world. Rovos Rail’s unique train safaris through the heart of Africa combine some of the most magnificent scenery with the glamour and excitement of the golden age of rail travel. Since its establishment in 1989, Rovos Rail has earned an international
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Royal Malewane Private Game Reserve, North Kruger Park

Royal Malewane Private Game Reserve

Royal Malewane Private Game Reserve is situated in the heart of Africa’s finest bushveld, on a private game reserve adjacent to the Kruger National Park and is approximately 50km (30miles) from Hoedspruit. Boasting unparalleled views, the Royal Malewane Suites are the pinnacle of refinement and opulence. Luxurious appointments provide a neo-classical refuge in the untamed
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Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge, Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge

Hidden on the banks of the Msuthu River lies the 5-star Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve. Located inside the game-rich Sabi Sand Game Reserve and bordering with the Kruger National Park and 120 km from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. The Little Bush Camp provides all the comforts, but it exposes you to some of the
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Sandton Sun Hotel, Johannesburg

Sandton Sun Hotel

Elegant and legendary, the Sandton Sun offers guests a distinguished and memorable stay. Linked to the Sandton Convention Centre and the Sandton City Shopping Centre, this hotel combines business services, contemporary dining and fashionable shopping, appealing to both leisure and business travelers. Located in the heart of Sandton CBD, this hotel is 40 minutes by
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Savanna Private Game Reserve, Kruger Park

Savanna Private Game Reserve

An exclusive 5 star lodge, Savanna Private Game Reserve is situated in the internationally famous Sabi Sand Reserve within the greater Kruger National Park conservancy. Savanna lies in an area where ‘Big 5’ sightings are so frequent, it is not unusual to see lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino in a single game drive. Specially
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Saxon Hotel, Johannesburg

Saxon Hotel

Nestled in the exclusive Sandhurst suburb of Sandton, the Saxon Hotel makes a word class statement of ethnic African elegance, combined with personalized attention to detail. The Saxon Hotel has always been a place of welcome. First as a home, now a home away from home. With its roots in the heart of Gauteng, it
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Shiduli Private Game Lodge, Greater Kruger Park

Against the backdrop of the grandiose Drakensberg Mountain Range lies Shiduli Private Game Lodge. Shiduli embodies grace and elegance, yet oozes unsurpassed warmth and hospitality. Guests can step into the relaxed ambience of the lodge with its lush indigenous garden dappled in shade, lounges with internet facilities, bar, enormous sparkling pool and thatched dining areas
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Simbambili Game Lodge, South Kruger Park

Simbambili Game Lodge

Simbabili Game Lodge is situated along dense strands of knobthorn and jackalberry trees along the meandering Manyeleti River, which is part of the world-renowned Kruger National Park. The Moroccan-styled suites have been designed to blend with the environment and positioned to enhance privacy, with its own plunge pool overlooking a water hole. The lodge accommodates
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Singita Private Game Reserve, Kruger Park

Singita Private Game Reserve

Situated within Sabi Sand Reserve next to the Kruger National Park, Singita Private Game Reserve is 140 km from Kruger Mpumalanga Airport and offers 18, 000 ha. of game-rich land. Singita Private Game Reserve’s accommodations are two lodges, Ebony and Boulders, which have just 9 suites each. Ebony has a turn of the century colonial
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Southern Sun Airport, Johannesburg

Southern Sun Airport

The Southern Sun Airport hotel has a superb location, and is a mere 500 meter’s from South Africa’s busiest airport, making it an ideal choice for business and leisure travelers. It is a landmark hotel in the area and has garnered an excellent reputation over the years, making it a firm favorite. While this may
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Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel, Cape Town

Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel

Situated at the entrance to the exciting V&A Waterfront, the Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel offers views of Table Mountain, the bustling harbor, the Waterfront and the city. The hotel complements the rich, cultural heritage of Cape Town with a timeless architectural tradition. Every aspect of the hotel denotes the special care that it offers in
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Southern Sun Elangeni, Durban

Southern Sun Elangeni, Durban

Situated on Durban’s Golden Mile, the Southern Sun Elangeni hotel is two hundred meters from the beach and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. Offering easy access to local landmarks, golf courses, entertainment for the family, shopping malls and the Durban CBD, Southern Sun Elangeni is the ideal destination for business travelers wanting the
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Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel, Cape Town

Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel

Wonderful sunsets over the Atlantic Ocean assist in making the Southern Sun Waterfront Hotel, a preferred vacation, business and holiday destination. A mere 15 minute drive from Cape Town International Airport, a 5 minute walk from the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) and within walking distance to the V&A Waterfront, this hotel is superbly
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Thanda Safari Lodge, Thanda Safari Private Game Reserve

Thanda Safari Lodge

Situated 23 km north of Hluhluwe in northern Zululand, Thanda Safari Private Game Reserve is a celebration of the Zulu people and their rich culture. Not only will guests have the opportunity to learn more about their history and traditions, the people from the adjacent tribal land will benefit in many ways from the creation
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Thanda Tented Camp, Thanda Safari Private Game Reserve

Thanda Tented Camp exterior

Thanda Tented Camp offers a relaxed and real safari experience. It comprises 14 spacious tents, each with a private sun deck and en-suite canvas bathroom.  In addition, the 15th tent, the Jabula (“Happiness”) Tent, is particularly suited to bridal couples, honeymooners, families and those seeking extra beautiful accommodation for special occasions.  To add to the
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The Blue Train

The Blue Train nameplate

The Blue Train has an aura of mystique about it. Kings and presidents have traveled on this magnificent moving five-star hotel. Sleek and speedy yet whisper-quiet, the Blue Train uses its magnificent muscle to deliver its passengers to their destination with elegance and speed. The famous Blue Train (faster than a speeding bullet, sleek, gorgeous
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The Last Word, Franschhoek

An intimate, five-star hotel of just 10 guestrooms and suites in the heart Franschhoek, the French corner of the Cape Winelands, The Last Word Franschhoek is best described as elegant and contemporary in style. The 8 Superior Double Room offers 45 square metres of floor space, sufficiently spacious for a double bed or twin beds,
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The Maslow Hotel, Sandton, Johannesburg

The Maslow Hotel

The Maslow Hotel is the ultimate business hotel situated in the heart of Sandton’s commercial district and the perfect place to go, to escape the hustle of the office or relax on vacation. The Maslow is a haven with its beautiful gardens, idyllic water features, crisp blue pool and tranquil terraces. Sandton, as well as
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The Palace of the Lost City, Sun City

The Palace of the Lost City

The Palace of the Lost City was opened in December 1992 as Sun City’s flagship hotel.  Inspired by the myth of a lost African Kingdom, the hotel is located on the highest ground at Sun City, insuring that its grand proportions and graceful towers are visible from across the resort. The hotel is opulent and
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The Peech Boutique Hotel, Johannesburg

The Peech Boutique Hotel

The Peech is a truly boutique property with only sixteen bedrooms, and the original part of the property, the main house, has two ‘House Rooms’. The remaining rooms are spread around the hotel’s lush gardens as ‘Garden Rooms’ and ‘Garden Suites’. Set in the suburb of Melrose, a short stroll from the hustle and bustle
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The Portswood Hotel, Cape Town Waterfront

Experience a piece of Cape Town’s rich history when you stay at The Portswood Hotel. Located at the entrance to the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, the lobby and restaurant are built around a 300 year old well and the cells which held prisoners on their way to Robben Island. All guest rooms include individual air-conditioning, television,
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The Residence Boutique Hotel, Johannesburg

A warm boutique hotel, The Residence, is set amidst an abundance of bougainvillea blossoms in the historical suburb of Houghton. With seductive and sophisticated style, eighteen individually designed suites feature antique French crystal chandeliers, dramatic velvet drapes and Persian rugs, large plasma television with DSTV, DVD player (sound system) & iPod docking station, Mini-bar &
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The Table Bay Hotel, Cape Town

The Table Bay Hotel

Situated at Cape Town’s Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, the Table Bay Hotel straddles the antique breakwater, capturing the essence of the enchanting Cape, the Victorian elegance of yesterday and combined it with the contemporary design of today. All with the perfect backdrop of the Table Mountain, the harbor and the yacht bay. The Table Bay
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The Taj, Cape Town

The Taj Cape Town

.The Taj Cape Town is a combination of rich history and elegant contemporary architecture. Originally home to the South African Reserve Bank and Temple Chambers, later the Board of Executors (BOE), it successfully combines the heritage of the old with the luxury of the new. This five-star hotel is ideally located in the center of
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The Townhouse Hotel, Cape Town

The Townhouse Hotel

The Townhouse Hotel is set in a surprisingly tranquil corner of the city centre, adjacent to the South African Parliamentary precinct and the historic oak-lined avenues of the famed Dutch East India Company Gardens which were established some 350 years ago to offer provisions and respite to visitors to this port. Though it offers 4-star
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The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa

The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa lobby

The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa was an ambitious project which transformed an old power station into a unique 5 star boutique Knysna hotel. All the old machinery which was used in this power station has been lovingly restored and forms an integral part of the hotel’s aesthetics. All the artwork displayed on the walls
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Thornybush Shumbalala Lodge, North Kruger Park

Thornybush Shumbalala Lodge

It’s a vast, wild place where the lions roam at Thornybush Shumbalala Game Lodge, deep in the Thornybush Game Reserve, one of the country’s great tracts of untamed game-viewing. Set as it is in a dry, singeing savannah of mopane, acacias and umbrella thorns, quartered by easterly-flowing rivers densely shrouded in giant figs, fever trees
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Tintswalo Atlantic Hotel, Cape Town

Tintswalo Atlantic Hotel

Stylish yet understated, Tintswalo Atlantic offers home-away-from-home comforts, discreet service and mouth-watering culinary creations in the most beautiful setting. Nestled unobtrusively between the boulders of the Atlantic Ocean’s water’s edge and the slopes of the Cape Mountain Fynbos Reserve, known worldwide for its extraordinary rich and diverse fauna and flora – no trees were removed
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Trees For Tourism, South Africa

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The Trees For Tourism project is part of a much larger environmental campaign, the African Forest Trust. It was established to raise awareness of why we should be concerned about our forest eco-systems. Although its original aim was to engage solely with the tourism industry, its message and intention applies to all global citizens, travelers
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Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, Cape Town

Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

The award-winning Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa part of the family-run Red Carnation Hotel Collection is situated on Cape Town’s most scenic route. Poised above the Atlantic Ocean, the 5-star boutique hotel is flanked by the majestic Table Mountain National Park, a World Heritage Site, and the Twelve Apostles mountain range. The hotel offers 70
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Vineyard Hotel and Spa, Cape Town

Vineyard Hotel and Spa

With over 200 years of history within its walls, this deluxe 207 roomed hotel is situated in six acres of attractive landscaped parkland on the banks of the Liesbeek River. Located in the lush leafy suburb of Newlands, the Vineyard Hotel & Spa is within easy walking distance of the up-market Cavendish Shopping Centre and
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