Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Bravo! 2011 at the Garden Route Casino in Mossel Bay



South Africa’s top entertainers and performers at Mossel Bay’s Bravo! Shows

Locals and holidaymakers along the Garden Route can expect a star-studded line up of South Africa’s top entertainers and performers at Mossel Bay’s highly-popular and much anticipated “Bravo! Shows" in December.


Music and entertainment event in the Southern Cape

This will be the seventh year that Bravo! has been staged, making it the longest-running large-scale music and entertainment event in the Southern Cape.

Sunday 18 December – Kerskonsert - Nianell & Romanz
Monday19 December – Komedie aand - Dowwe Dolla, Wicus van der Merwe, Emo Adams & Snotkop
Tuesday 20 December – Afrikaans is die beste! - Bok van Blerk, Bobby van Jaarsveld & Karlien van Jaarsveld
Thursday 22 December – Platinum Prinse - Theuns Jordaan & Elvis Blue
Friday 23 December – Finalé - Kurt Darren, Dozi & Ray Dylan

The Bravo! grounds will open daily at 17:00, with a line-up of local emerging artitists providing entertainment until the evening’s main event. Visitors can also look forward to a variety of food and wine stalls selling the best in local tastes.

Tickets cost R50 and are available at the Garden Route Casino’s Club Desk or through Computicket. Only unreserved seating.


Events over the Festive Season at the Garden Route Casino in Mossel Bay

For more information on Bravo! and upcoming events over the Festive Season at the Garden Route Casino in Mossel Bay, please visit contact Guest Relations at the Garden Route Casino.

Click here for contact details and more information on the Garden Route Casino.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

2011 Bush Lapa Music Festival








2011 Bush Lapa Music Festival




Visitors to the Garden Route can look forward to the 2011 Bush Lapa Music Festival at the Herolds Bay Eco Resort, Herolds Bay. Here you can enjoy the performances of more than 50 artists in 13 shows. The programme includes some of South Africa’s TOP artists.




Tickets are available from *R40 to R120 per per show (*doesn’t included all shows) and can be purchased through Computicket.

A cash bar as well as light meals and “potjiekos will be available during the shows.




Gates open at 18h00. Programme begins at 19h00. Reserved Seating.

2011 Bush Lapa Music Festival Programme
16 Dec Jaco Labuschagne CD Launch “Silver & Goud”
17 Dec Dire Straits Tribute (Mel Botes & Band)
19 Dec Elizma Theron & Pieter Smith
20 Dec Eric Clapton Tribute (Pieter Hoven & Band)
21 Dec Pink Floyd Tribute (Mel Botes & Crazy Diamond Band)
22 Dec Country Evening (Sally & Lee Vaughn)
23 Dec Gerhard Steyn & Arno Jordaan
26 Dec Neil Diamond Tribute (Wim Erasmus, Jovan & Thelma)
27 Dec Zak van Niekerk & Thys die Bosveldklong
28 Dec Kitchen Jammin Blues Band met Schalk Joubert
29 Dec Jakkie Louw en Band
30 Dec PRO Management Kunstenaars Jol!
31 Dec New Years Party – Dinner & Dance (4Ever Young Band)

For more information contact 082 334 4340




Kalahari Restaurant & Theatre in George – December 2011 programme



Kalahari Restaurant & Theatre in George

Experience theatre like never before in the Garden Route at Kalahari Restaurant & Theatre in George. Enjoy hot off the circuit shows in a relaxing style around tables while you enjoy the mouth-watering food!


Kalahari Restaurant & Theatre in George – programme for the December 2011

Kalahari Restaurant & Theatre in George offers a hot line up for the December 2011 school holidays. Their programme includes shows for young and old. Some of the big names you can see at the Theatre this holiday include Chris Chameleon, Heinz Winckler, Prime Circle, Jannie Moolman , Elvis Blue, Kurt Darren, Adam Tas, Lollos and many more.

9 Dec - Tuindwergies, Winterstasie, Ek hou van jou, & Alleen na Desember R120 p.p (20:00)

10 Dec @ 21:00 - RSG se Ian Wessels in Loslippig R80 p.p (21:00)

11 Dec - Helené Bester R100 p.p (14:00) 13 Dec - Chris Chameleon – Solo R100p.p (20:00)

14 Dec - Suid-Kaap Kinderkoor + Gerrie Pretorius R80 p.p Adults / R50 p.p Children & pensioners (20:00)

16 Dec - Michael Lindt R70 p.p (20:00)

17 Dec - Heinz Winckler & Charlize Berg R120 p.p (20:00)

18 Dec - Daniële Pascal R80 p.p (14:00)

18 Dec - Jakkie Louw & Kevin Leo R80 p.p / R150 p.p buffet included (18:00)

19 Dec - Jan Blohm R80 p.p (20:00)

20 Dec - Navi Redd R110 p.p (20:00)

21 Dec - Dan Patlansky R80 p.p (20:00)

22 Dec - Prime Circle R120 p.p (20:00)

23 Dec - Jannie Moolman R90 p.p (21:00)

24 Dec - Koos Van Der Merwe van Prophet - ‘n Bietjie Blou Kersfees R50 p.p (19:00)

26 Dec - Elvis Blue R100 p.p (20:00)

27 Dec - Blarney Brothers R80 p.p (20:00)

28 Dec - BOO!met Chris Chameleon R100 p.p (20:00)

29 Dec - Lollos R65 p.p (15:00)

31 Dec - Oujaars Partytjie Guitar Legends (Graham Gillot Band) R150 p.p (20:00)

2 Jan - Kurt Darren R100 p.p (20:00)

4 Jan - Adam Tas R90 p.p (20:00)

7 Jan - Wielie Wielie Walie R65 p.p (10:00)

Tickets can be book at Kalahari Restaurant & Theatre or via Computicket.

For contact details and more information on Kalahari Restaurant & Theatre click here.

Golf Packages for George Lodge



Garden Route Golf Packages

If challenging courses are what makes your golfer’s heart beat quickly, you have come to the right place. We have designed the best custom golf packages to make the most of your golfing vacation in the Garden Route.


Golfing experience in the Garden Route

Each golf course in the Garden Route offers something unique for your golfing experience. So no matter which package you choose, rest assured that you will be playing on the finest golf courses.

George Lodge - stay, play and shuttle golf packages

The George Lodge offer stay, play and shuttle golf packages, so no hassle with any arrangements from T-off times to transport. To qualify for the packages our friendly staff will do all the arrangements and make the bookings as per your requirements. Terms and conditions apply, ie : subject to T-off time availability and bookings must be made through us to qualify for the discounted rates.

Package 1 - George Combo
Three Nights’ accommodation and Playing Five Garden Route Golf Courses
• George Golf Club
• Fancourt – Montague Golf Course
• Fancourt – Outeniqua Golf Course
• Kingswood Golf Club
• Oubaai Golf Club
The package includes Accommodation, Breakfast, Golf Fees and Shuttling to and from Golf Courses. Package can be changed ie: accommodation period, shuttling and courses played – for a tailor-made quote please email us with your requirements and we will change package accordingly. Golf Carts and meals are excluded from this package – please specify if you want us to arrange for a golf cart.

All inclusive rate of R3342.50 per person sharing

Package 2 - George and Knysna Combo
Two Nights’ accommodation and Playing Two Golf Courses
• George Golf Club
• Pezula
The package includes Accommodation, Breakfast, Golf Fees and Shuttling to and from Golf Courses. Package can be changed ie: accommodation period, shuttling and courses played – for a tailor-made quote please email us with your requirements and we will change package accordingly. Golf Carts and meals are excluded from this package – please specify if you want us to arrange for a golf cart.

All inclusive rate of R2020.00 per person sharing

Package 3 - George and Mossel Bay Combo
Two Nights’ accommodation and Playing Two Golf Courses
• George Golf Club
• Pinnacle Point
The package includes Accommodation, Breakfast, Golf Fees and Shuttling to and from Golf Courses. Package can be changed ie: accommodation period, shuttling and courses played – for a tailor-made quote please email us with your requirements and we will change package accordingly. Golf Carts and meals are excluded from this package – please specify if you want us to arrange for a golf cart.

All inclusive rate of R1990.00 per person sharing

Package 4 - Garden Route Combo
Four nights’ accommodation and Playing Four Golf Courses
• George Golf Club
• Plettenberg Bay Golf Club
• Mosselbay Golf Club
• Knysna Golf Club
The package includes Accommodation, Breakfast, Golf Fees and Shuttling to and from Golf Courses. Package can be changed ie: accommodation period, shuttling and courses played – for a tailor-made quote please email us with your requirements and we will change package accordingly. Golf Carts and meals are excluded from this package – please specify if you want us to arrange for a golf cart.

All inclusive rate of R3965.00 per person sharing

For more information and contact details click here

December Holiday Specials at the George Lodge International




George Lodge International Guest house in George

The George Lodge International is a guest house located in the city of George in the Garden Route of South Africa. The lodge is a short drive from the George Airport and guests have easy access to the town’s commercial sector, restaurants and numerous historical landmarks and attractions.



Bed and Breakfast accommodation in George

They offer comfortable Bed and Breakfast accommodation in the heart of George. This lodge also offers a swimming pool, complimentary Wi-Fi and various day trips in the Garden Route.


December 2011 Special at the George Lodge

For the December 2011 holidays the George Lodge offers a couples and family special.

* COUPLES SPECIAL *
Special especially for couples wanting to breakaway for December 2011.
Only R348.00 pp per night sharing - Breakfast included. Relax at the pool, have a braai, enjoy a nice bon fire under the stars, or book one of our day trips and see the Garden Route

* FAMILY SPECIAL *
Special especially for family of three wanting to breakaway for December 2011
Only R330.00 pp per night sharing - Breakfast included. Two Adults and a child - must be under 12 years of age. Additional children - ask us for a quote Relax at the pool, have a braai, enjoy a nice bon fire under the stars, or book one of our day trips and see the Garden Route

For more information and contact details click here

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Berry Picking Season at Wildebraam Berry Estate – Swellendam



Wildebraam Berry Estate – Swellendam

Wildebraam Berry Estate in Swellendam is situated in the largest Youngberry growing area in the country and produce unique Liqueurs and a range of deli products.

Berry harvesting season at Wildebraam

Berry harvesting season at the Wildebraam Berry Estate starts is from November to December. This this means great fun for everyone.

Wildebraam Berry Estate

The Wildebraam Berry Estate will be open for berry picking 7 days week.
Monday to Fridays: 8am -5pm
Saturdays: 9am – 4 pm
Sundays: 10am – 4pm
Visitors can also do a tasting of the delicious liqueurs and deli products.

Pick your own Youngberries & Blackberries at Wildebraam



During November and December you can pick your own Youngberries & Blackberries at the Wildebraam Berry Estate. A R5 entrance fee is charged per person and the berries picked are charged at R10 per kg.
Orders and pre picked berries are R15 per kg. Frozen berries can also be purchased, see rates below.
Frozen Strawberries - R24/kg
Frozen Gooseberries - R25/kg
Frozen Raspberries - R42/kg
Frozen Blueberries -R54/kg
Frozen Mixed Berries - R35/kg

Click here for more information on the Wildebraam Berry Estate.



Berry Festival at Wildebraam Berry Estate in Swellendam




Wildebraam Berry Estate – Swellendam

Wildebraam Berry Estate in Swellendam is situated in the largest Youngberry growing area in the country and produce unique Liqueurs and a range of deli products.

Berry harvesting season at Wildebraam

Berry harvesting season at the Wildebraam Berry Estate starts is from November to December. This this means great fun for everyone.

Berry Festival at the Wildebraam Berry Estate, Swellendam



Join us on Saturday 26 November from 09h00 to 16h00 at the Wildebraam Berry Estate, Swellendam for the BERRY FESTIVAL !
Entrance: Adults: R10 Children: R5
Activities and Entertainment include: Berry Picking, Arts & Crafts, Food, a Coffee Garden and Live Music
Kids Activities: Jumping Castle, Pony Rides, Water Slide, Tractor Rides, Face Painting and Berry Picking.
Meal Bookings at Lions: Phone Engela de Kock Tel No: 082 451 7353

Click here for more information on the Wildebraam Berry Estate.