Thursday, March 31, 2011

Belgrado`s Self Catering Guest House in Reebok


Self catering accommodation in Reebok, Klein Brak River

Belgrado`s Self Catering Guest House is situated on the Garden Route in Reebok close to Little Brak and Great Brak River. The house offers 4 star accommodation where you can spend some quality time with family and friends.

Self catering holiday home in Klein Brak River

This self catering holiday home in Klein Brak River consists of 4 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, open plan kitchen, and living room. The kitchen is equipped with modern amenities. From the patio you can enjoy breathtaking daybreaks and sunsets and with the mountains in the background. In the living room a built-in braai or fireplace (all in one) is waiting for you to provide a romantic, warm and cosy atmosphere. You can relax on the couch in the living room, watching a DVD or your favourite DSTV channel; just remember to bring your own smartcard.

Belgrado`s Self Catering Guest House - Mossel Bay

Belgrado`s Self Catering Guest House is located in a safe, quiet neighbourhood, just 800meters minutes from the beach, 15km from Mossel bay, 25km from George Airport, 95km from Knysna and 82km from Oudtshoorn.
Garden Route Self Catering Accommodation

Belgrado’s Self Catering Guest House offers you upmarket jet comfortable accommodation in Garden Route coastal village of Reebok, Klein Brak River. For contact details and more information on Belgrado’s Self Catering Guest click here



Monday, March 28, 2011

Jukani Wildlife Predator Park - Our "Save The Tigers" Campaign


White Bengal tiger cubs at Jukani Wildlife Predator Park in Mossel Bay

Angelo and Mich, two white Bengal tiger cubs, arrived at Jukani Wildlife Predator Park in Mossel Bay during December 2008. Their arrival was the result of a request by a Wildlife breeding facility in the Free State Province to Jukani to assist them in importing four white Bengal tigers from Elmvale Zoo in Canada. Free State Province in SA does not allow the import of exotic species into the Province. Jukani is recognised by the authorities as a bona fide zoological facility and as such able to import animals. The request was agreed to by Jukani with the understanding that 2 tigers would stay at Jukani on loan and any progeny going to the facility in FS Province after the FS facility managed to acquire a permit for two of the four white Bengals to be kept in the FS.

White Bengal tiger male with Progressive Retinal Atrophy

In July 2009 a wildlife veterinarian specialist diagnosed Angelo the white Bengal tiger male with Progressive Retinal Atrophy, a genetic transferable and incurable disease that would leave him permanently blind. As a result of his disease he would need specialist and continued medical treatment, with a team of care takers that he trusts and accepts.

Uncertain future awaits the tigers

On supplying this info to the owner of the FS based facility they immediately replied that we should either buy the two animals, demanding a sum of R240 000-00 per animal, which was later raised to R250 000-00 each, or they would remove and / or sell them to somebody else, irrespective of our plight that Angelo cannot be used as a breeding male and that he is reliant on Mich, the female, acting as his eyes. Fortunately our written agreement makes provision for Jukani to have first option of purchase at an agreed market related price and we chose to exercise that right as a uncertain future awaits the tigers, should they be removed from our facilities.

Tiger owners exposed by Carte Blanche

In February 2010 the owners of the tigers and also the FS facility were exposed by Carte Blanche for the slaughtering of lions to sell the bones and body parts to the Chinese traditional medicinal market. Even though they had approval from the FS Department of Nature Conservation to slaughter the lions it is a highly controversial ethical issue resulting in a massive public outrage at their actions. We also determined that the owners of the tigers had previously also been on Carte Blanche as a result of their alleged involvement in supplying lions to canned lion hunting operators. Although all tiger subspecies are protected under CITES 1 regulations and the hunting of captive or wild tigers is banned internationally the fact remains that Angelo is going blind and that may allow the authorities in FS and North West Province to grant permission to destroy this animal by means of euthanasia in a trophy hunt or canned hunt. It is also a well known fact that poaching is a massive problem in SA with an inadequate number of officials not able to even “police” and manage legal facilities. Thus the illegal shooting of a protected animal in a canned hunt can slip through the filters quite easily. Fact of the matter is that Angelo is worth more dead than alive from a breeder’s point of view. His skin and body parts will fetch a very high price in the Chinese traditional medicinal market.
Jurg, Karen and the Jukani team
Jurg, Karen and the Jukani team have raised Angelo and Mich from the age of 4 months and have: 1. Developed a very strong relationship with Angelo and have gained his trust with his reliance on his knowledge of his enclosure and his reliance on Mich and his caretakers, as is obvious for everyone to see. 2. Research on blind animals confirmed that Angelo can lead a good life as a blind animal provided that his specific needs are taken care of, this includes consistency in the caretakers working with him, his enclosure design not being altered, proper medical care and that Mich stays with him. 3. Angelo has the right of life, as he was bred to be in captivity and his medical condition is the result of human interference by means of inbreeding to achieve the monetary benefit of a white tiger. 4. Angelo should not be allowed to breed as this would compromise the genetic pool of white tigers even further. 5. It is a fact that very few facilities have the time and space to care for an animal suffering from blindness and most of these animals end up being neglected and abused physically and mentally.
Jukani raise funds to purchase the two white Bengal tigers

The decision was taken to raise funds via an international sms, facebook and internet campaign to purchase the two white Bengal tigers, Angelo and Mich to ensure and secure their future with Jukani. This campaign will also be used to raise awareness of this disease, the plight of these animals in captivity and to stop any abuse or neglect of animals suffering from medical ailments. We have all seen what a great friend and companion a trained guide dog can be for his blind human companion, why can’t we be true friends and companions to our animal friends suffering from and living in the lonely world of blindness? PLEASE HELP SAVE THE TIGERS – Donate by texting TXT30 JUKANI to 39827 SMS cost R30 For contact details and more information on Jukani Wildlife Predator Park click here


Friday, March 25, 2011

5th Season Restaurant in George is calling all Curry Fans


Curry fest at 5th Season Restaurant in George

At long last, by popular request 5th Season Restaurant in George is hosting a curry- fest!


Dining out in George

This Indian Curry Night at 5th Season Restaurant in George will take place on 31 March from 19H00. Traditional Curry Dishes will be served. Join 5th Season Restaurant for an Indian Curry dining out experience!

When: 31 March 2011
Time: 19H00
Cost: R65.00 per person
Reservations Essential


5Th Season Restaurant in George

For contact details and more information on 5Th Season Restaurant in George click here.

Friday, March 18, 2011

Crochet classes at The Wool Studio in George


Wool shop in George

The wool shop in George, The Wool Studio, is well known for the wide range of wool and cotton for knitting and crocheting as well as other knitting accessories they stock.


Crocheting fashion items and accessories

Crocheting has become more and more popular over the past years. Various fashion items and accessories can be made if you have mastered the art of crocheting.


Crochet classes in George

Join us at The Wool Studio in George for Crochet classes!
The Classes start every Friday at The Wool Studio, 25 Market Street, George.
Time: 9:00 to 12:00
Price: R150
Cost Includes: 3 lessons, class notes and tea/coffee.
Numbers are limited – please book your space!!

Classes include:
1st Lesson – introduction and basic stitches
2nd Lesson – Motifs and mixing colours
3rd Lesson – joining squares and flowers and 3D flowers

Extra classes are available (Optional).
Learn to make beanies, bed socks, fingerless gloves and more.
Price: R60 per class (Tea/coffee included)


The Wool Studio

For contact details and more information on The Wool Studio click here



Knitting Circle at The Wool Studio in George


Wool shop in George

The wool shop in George, The Wool Studio, is well known for the wide range of wool and cotton for knitting and crocheting as well as other knitting accessories.

Advice or help with knitting in George

If you need advice or help with knitting the staff at The Wool Studio in George are all knitters and will gladly help!

The Wool Studio Knitting Circle


The Wool Studio hosts the Knitting Circle at the shop in George on Thursdays from 10:30 to 12:00. Come and enjoy a cup of tea/ coffee and make new friends and have fun knitting!



Ponchos, scarves, beanies, and berets all make fashion statements and are easy and inexpensive to make. There are many samples at The Wool Studio and patterns have been designed to make your projects easier. Knitting has never been so much fun!


For contact details and more information on The Wool Studio click here

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Accommodation at Adams Guest House in Knysna


Guest House Accommodation in Knysna

Adams Guest House offers comfortable accommodation in Knysna. The Guest House is situated within easy reach of the CBD, shops, waterfront, restaurants and the many activities and attractions Knysna offers


Affordable accommodation in Knysna

Accommodation rates are affordable and ideal for holiday makers, business travellers and other visitors to Knysna.


Adams Guest House

Some of the features of Adams Guest House include the following:
* Swimming Pool
* Pool Table
* Braai facilities
* Internet hotspot
* Secure parking on property


Adams Guest House in Knysna

For more information Adams Guest House in Knysna click here



Monday, March 14, 2011

Sport Specials at the Driftwood Restaurant / Rivera Coastal Inn & Suite Hotel


Driftwood Restaurant Hartenbos

Driftwood Restaurant and ladies bar is located in the Rivera Coastal Inn & Suite Hotel on the banks of the Hartenbos River.

Driftwood Restaurant – Specials


The Driftwood Restaurant and ladies bar offers some great “Sport” specials on meals and drinks. Come watch the match or game in our ladies bar and enjoy the beautiful setting and good food!

Sport Specials
Meaty Basket - Boerewors, Chicken Strips & Beef Strips served with Fries and Secret sauce @ R45

Seafood Basket - Deep Fried Calamari, Prawns & Crumbed Mussels served with Tar-Tar Sauce @ R55

Three Layer Club Sandwich - Tomato, Onions, Lettuce, Bacon, Chicken Mayonnaise & Fried Egg on Home Baked Break served with salad or Fries @ R40

1kg Spareribs Served with Fries @ R90

Beverages
Double Wellington & 330ml Coke @ R15
Double Bells & Soda Water @ R22
Buy two, get one FREE - Castle Lage @ R11

For contact details and more information on the Driftwood Restaurant and ladies bar click here




Thursday, March 10, 2011

The Baron’s Palace Hotel in Outdshoorn – Special rates on accommodation


South Africa accommodation

Visiting South Africa and looking for accommodation?


Hotel in Oudtshoorn

The Baron’s Place Hotel is located in Oudtshoorn in the Klein Karoo. Oudtshoorn is the ostrich capital of the world. The Baron’s Palace Hotel in Oudsthoorn offers affordable rates on accommodation.

Accommodation at the Baron’s Palace in Oudtshoorn is available in 24 en-suite bedrooms with air conditioning and French doors leading to the swimming pool. The main building offers 6 bedrooms, 3 standard, 2 suites and 1 Honeymoon suite.

Accommodation special in Oudthoorn

Guests staying at The Baron’s Palace in Oudtshoorn can make use of the following special on accommodation.
- R295 per persons sharing per night – breakfast included
- R435 per single person - breakfast included
These rates are valid until the end of August 2011. Subject to availability.


The Baron’s Palace Hotel in Oudtshoorn

For contact details and more information on The Baron’s Palace Hotel in Oudtshoorn click here



Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Pine Lake Marina – Mid week specials on accommodation


Garden Route Holiday Resort

Pine Lake Marina is a family holiday resort in the Garden Route.


Self Catering Accommodation at Pine Lake Marina – Sedgefield


Affordable self catering accommodation is available at Pine Lake Marina just outside of George in various units ranging from 2 to 10 sleepers with rates from less than R100 per person per night. This Garden Route Holiday Resort offers activities to keep young and old entertained! Pine Lake Marina also offers its own on site restaurant!



20% Discount – Mondays to Thursdays
From 1 April 2011 to 30 November 2011 – Excluding Peak & High Seasons

Waterfront Chalets
(Medium season 22 Jun-20 July & 22 Sep-6 Oct)
2 bedroom 4 sleeper was R870 now R696
* 2 bedroom 6 sleeper was R1 080 now R864
3 bedroom 8 sleeper was R1280 now 1024
* 3 bedroom 8 sleeper was R1620 now R1 296

(Low season 1April-19 April / 3 May-22 June / 21 Jul-21Sep / 7Oct-30 Nov)
2 bedroom 4 sleeper was R720 now R596
* 2 bedroom 6 sleeper was R850 now R680
3 bedroom 8 sleeper was R980 now R784
* 3 bedroom 8 sleeper was R 1255 now R 1 004

Centrally Located Chalets
(Medium season 22 Jun-20 July & 22 Sep-6 Oct)
2 sleeper studio was R430 now R344
* 1 bedroom 4 sleeper was R540 now R432
2 bedroom 4 sleeper was R670 now R536
* 2 bedroom 6 sleeper was R810 now R648
3 bedroom 6 sleeper was R950 now R760
* 3 bedroom 8 sleeper was R1180 now R944
4 bedroom 10 sleeper was R1 460 now R1 168

(Low season 1April-19 April / 3 May-22 June / 21 Jul-21Sep / 7Oct-30 Nov)
2 sleeper studio was R350 now R280
* 1 bedroom 4 sleeper was R430 now R344
2 bedroom 4 sleeper was R500 now R400
* 2 bedroom 6 sleeper was R605 now R484
3 bedroom 6 sleeper was R710 now R568
* 3 bedroom 8 sleeper was R950 now R760
4 bedroom 10 sleeper was R1 255 now R1 004

* Sleeper couch in the lounge for children under 16 years old only.
Terms & conditions apply. Minimum mid-week stay of two nights and subject to availability.


Pine Lake Marina

For contact details and more information click here to view the Pine Lake Marina website.

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Hannon Bothma Consultant at Hoeka Toeka Coffee Shop in Hartenbos


Hannon Bothma consultant gives beauty tips in Hartenbos

Hannon Bothma Consultant gives beauty tips and guidelines at Hoeka Toeka Coffee Shop in Hartenbos.

Hoeka Toeka Coffee Shop in Hartenbos


On the 15th of March 2011 at 19hoo, one of the Hannon Bothma Consultants will be presenting a Hannon Bothma Consultation Evening at Hoeka Toeka Coffee Shop in Hartenbos.


There will be lots of beauty tips and guidelines for everyone! Surely an evening not to be missed!
You will also have the opportunity to buy Hannon Products!

It only costs R60.00 per person which includes snacks.

You can get your tickets from Yolandi at Hoeka Toeka Coffee Shop

For contact details and more information on Hoeka Toeka click here.

Thursday, March 3, 2011

Pine Lake Marina – conferencing and wedding venue


Sedgefield - conferencing and wedding venue

Situated just outside Sedgefield in the Garden Route, Pine Lake Marina offers a conferencing and wedding venue with some spectacular views, which shows off some of the best the area has to offer.

Sedgefield conferencing venue

The conferencing venue can accommodate +- 200 people and we can provide for all your catering needs via the Pine Lake Marina (just outside of Sedgefield) excellent on-site restaurant - Pinella Restaurant. The venue boasts an open fire place, should you wish to host a ‘winter conference’ as well as a cocktail/coffee bar. The venue offers all the professional amenities for all your audio-visual requirements including, excellent sounds system, big screen with projector, microphones, video camera, internet access and DSTV – everything you would need to host a successful event.

The venue is perfect for both business and non-business functions including birthdays, parties, team-building events, year-end functions and weddings.

Wedding Venue in Sedgefield

Fairytale Weddings at Pine Lake Marina, offers you the opportunity to make your special day perfect! The venue has great views and scenery, enabling you to take special wedding photographs and capture the memories of your day forever. With a capacity of 120 guests and the capability of the resort to accommodate all your guests on site, Pine Lake Marina can ensure that your wedding day in Sedgefield will be a huge success!

Wedding Reception at Pine Lake Marina
The Wedding Reception Facility at Pine Lake Marina offers you all that you will need after the ceremony, including: dedicated bar, audio-visual equipment, sufficient rest-rooms, tables and chairs, crockery and cutlery. If you would like the actual ceremony on the resort talk to us and we can help to make it a reality!

Pine Lake Marina Accommodation

Pine Lake Marina is situated close to George Airport and a shuttle service for guests can be arranged. There is also accommodation available, which means that the attendees or guests do not need to drive long-distance straight afterwards.


For more information and contact details click here


Pinella Restaurant at Pine Lake Marina - Sedgefield


Pinella Restaurant Sedgefield

Pinella Restaurant is situated on the banks of the Swartvlei Lake, at Pine Lake Marina just outside of Sedgefield.

Dining out in Sedgefield

Enjoy the breath-taking views that help to ensure that your dining out experience in Sedgefield is enhanced.

Restaurant at Pine Lake Marina


The restaurant at Pine Lake Marina offers great value family meals and is open to non-residents, meaning guests are more than welcome to stop by and try it out for themselves!
The steaks, ribs and seafood are all highly recommended and we aim to please with excellent service and attention to detail.


There is a kiddie play area with a Wii game station and other activities, as well as kiddie-tables to keep the little-ones occupied.


Pinella Restaurant has the ability to cater for larger birthday parties, or other events on request and there are always some specials running, so check out that section to see what is currently on offer.


For more information and contact details click here



Sedge Links Golf Club – Sedgefield, Garden Route


Sedgefield golf club


The Sedgefield golf club is a 2 year old Short course, and offers a good challenge to both lower and higher level handicap golfers. 4 water hazards, and the course was designed to suit beginner, intermediate as well as advanced golfers.

Golf Course Sedgefield, Garden Route


The golf course is situated on the N2 directly outside Sedgefield in the Garden Route. Enjoy a game of golf with the amazing mountain range in the background.

Links Caf̩ РSedgefield


After a good round of golf, nothing beats a really refreshing drink at the nearest "19th hole" where you can discuss all those missed approach shots and solve Ernie's putting problems! Offering not only something refreshing to sooth your dry throat, but also offers delicious meals to satisfy even the worst hunger pains! Delicious Chocolate cake that will make every self respecting chocolate lover come back for more. Come early and give our mouth watering Links Breakfast a run for it's money. Enjoy all of this while overlooking the stunning views over the Swartvlei while you relax in the tranquil ambiance on offer at Links Café just outside of Sedgefield.

Sedgefield golf club

Sedge Links Golf Club also offers a TV where you can watch your favourite sporting events while absorbing sun and fresh air on the wooden deck. The bar offers a wide variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments, including cocktails, whisky, beer and always a wonderful array of wines.


We are open daily and would love to welcome you to the Sedge Links Golf Club.


For more information and contact details click here

Activities at Pine Lake Marina near Sedgefield in the Garden Route


Garden Route Holiday Destination

Pine Lake Marina family resort is situated on the shores of the Swartvlei Lake outside Sedgefield, this Garden Route retreat offers the ultimate holiday experience in tranquil, safe surroundings. Pine Lake Marina is the ideal family holiday destination in the Garden Route.

Sedgefield – water sport activities

Water Sport Activities at Pine Lake Marina outside of Sedgefield include the following: Windsurfing, Hobie Cats 14 and 16, Rowing boats, Pedallos, Canoes, Boat launch facilities, Skiing, Knee boarding, tubing, Lake trips on speed boats, Small boat hire.


Activities at Pine Lake Marina near Sedgefield

Other activities at Pine Lake Marina near Sedgefield includes: Squash and tennis courts, Mini golf course, Trampolines, Kids gladiator activities, Beach volleyball, Swimming pools, Jacuzzi and lap pool, swimming pool and gymnasium.

Pine Lake Marina Day visitors

Day visitors are welcome at Pine Lake Marina. A Day Visitor fee includes the free use of the swimming pool, Pedallos and Kiddies Play Park. Day visitors can also make use of the other activities on the resort at additional cost.

Day visitor rates: (for 2011)
Peak season: From 8am to 8pm - Adults: R120 p.p Children: R100 p.p Boat launch: R100
Off Peak season: From 8am to 4:30pm - Adults: R15 p.p Children: R12 p.p Boat launch: R50

Pine Lake Marina also offers a variety of affordable accommodation should you wish to visit for a couple of days and enjoy all this Garden Route Resort offers!

For more information and contact details click here



Pine Lake Marina - family resort in Sedgefield, Garden Route


Pine Lake Marina – Sedgefield

Pine Lake Marina family resort is situated on the shores of the Swartvlei Lake outside, this Garden Route retreat offers the ultimate holiday experience in tranquil, safe surroundings.


Garden Route Resort

Pine Lake Marina is the ideal resort for a family holiday in the Garden Route.


Self catering accommodation in Sedgefield

This resort in Sedgefield offers a range of fully equipped self catering accommodation, accommodating from 2 to 10 persons. A coffee/juice bar and licensed restaurant is also on the resort for the times that you don’t want to cook!


Garden Route Sedgefield Activities

Visitors to Pine Lake Marina in Sedgefield on the Garden Route can make use of the multitude of free water-sports and other complimentary activities including squash and tennis courts, swimming pool, mini golf course, Jacuzzis and much more. Skiing lessons, tubing and speedboat lake trips are also available! These extensive and diverse activities will keep young and old entertained. The Pine Piazza on the resort contains a gym, convenience store and coffee/juice bar, a pool and some lounge chairs.

Should you want to explore beyond the resort, we are conveniently situated within an hour’s drive of most attractions, venues and sites in the region.



For more information, rates and contact details click here