Valentine’s Special at Jonqua Farm Cottages – Great Brak River

Jonqua Farm is situated on the scenic Garden Route between George and Mossel Bay - The farm overlooks the beautiful Jonkersberg and Outeniqua Mountains.

Jonqua Farm has 3 Self catering cottages overlooking the dam with plenty of Blackbass for fishing. Come and relax and enjoy the tranquillity of this setting! Perfect accommodation for nature lovers, golfers, corporate team building groups and families.

Only R150 pp/n - Bring your loved one and the chocolates – we will put Champagne and Roses in your room!

For more information on Jonqua Farm Cottages please click here

Valentine’s Special at Jonqua Farm Cottages – Great Brak River

Jonqua Farm is situated on the scenic Garden Route between George and Mossel Bay - The farm overlooks the beautiful Jonkersberg and Outeniqua Mountains. Jonqua Farm has 3 Self catering cottages overlooking the dam with plenty of Blackbass for fishing. Come and relax and enjoy the tranquillity of this setting! Perfect accommodation for nature lovers, golfers, corporate team building groups and families.

Only R150 pp/n - Bring your loved one and the chocolates – we will put Champagne and Roses in your room!

For more information on Jonqua Farm Cottages please click here

Valentine Special at The Moorings in Knysna. South Africa

Secluded along the banks of the Knysna Lagoo in the midst of the enchanting woodland gardens, The Moorings is Knysna’s newest 5 star luxury waterfront resort.

Stay at The Moorings from as little as R800 (per couple, per night)
Offer Valid: 13 February to 31 March 2009

For more information on The Moorings click here

Valentine Special at The Moorings in Knysna. South Africa

Secluded along the banks of the Knysna Lagoo in the midst of the enchanting woodland gardens, The Moorings is Knysna’s newest 5 star luxury waterfront resort.

Stay at The Moorings from as little as R800 (per couple, per night)
Offer Valid: 13 February to 31 March 2009

For more information on The Moorings click here

Kafe Serefe - Restauant in George

Lunch Special:
Chicken Shwarma served with potato wedges or Mediterranean Beef Burger
served with potato wedges - R35 each. Free coffee included

Desert Special:
Malva Pudding,Coconut Pudding, Brandy Tart R15 each.

This stylish Eastern oasis offers a gourmet haven where tantalising tastes and textures of the Turkish Street Kafe are found. Quiches, Cheese platters to a creamy yoghurt dressed with nuts and honey with a hint of rose water to compliment and satisfy the morning hunger. Cold and hot Mezzes are served with baked bread and salads. Schwarmas, Kebabs, Lamb Shank, Moussaka to Summer Vegetable Stew delight the palate. The restaurant is Vegeterian friendly. Decadent desserts feature with the traditional Turkish Coffee Tray served with something sweet. A feast of tastes, colour and a puff of the Nargila pipe awaits visitors

For more information on Kafe Serefe click here

Kafe Serefe - Dining out in George

Lunch Special:
Chicken Shwarma served with potato wedges or Mediterranean Beef Burger
served with potato wedges - R35 each. Free coffee included

Desert Special:
Malva Pudding,Coconut Pudding, Brandy Tart R15 each.


This stylish Eastern oasis offers a gourmet haven where tantalising tastes and textures of the Turkish Street Kafe are found. Quiches, Cheese platters to a creamy yoghurt dressed with nuts and honey with a hint of rose water to compliment and satisfy the morning hunger. Cold and hot Mezzes are served with baked bread and salads. Schwarmas, Kebabs, Lamb Shank, Moussaka to Summer Vegetable Stew delight the palate. The restaurant is Vegeterian friendly. Decadent desserts feature with the traditional Turkish Coffee Tray served with something sweet. A feast of tastes, colour and a puff of the Nargila pipe awaits visitors

For more information on Kafe Serefe click here

Pine Creek Private Holiday Resort –Great Brak River/ Mossel Bay

Pine Creek Private Holiday Resort offers campers peace and tranquility right next to the Great Brak River. Here holiday makers, tourists, travelers and other campers can relax in the sheltered subtropical paradise.

· 120 shaded camping sites for caravans or tents.
· Each site has a water tap and electricity point.
· Modern ablution facilities
· Laundromat

The Resorts offers visitors a number of fun activities and other facilities including: Picnic area with braai facilities, Swimming pool, Trampolines, Play area for Children, Volley Ball, Putt Putt, Canoes and Paddle Boats for rental. And a Health & Skin Care Salon.

Only 2km by car from the wide warm sands of the Indian Ocean. Pine Creek is situated on South Africas famous Garden Route and is easily accessible.

For more information on Pine Creek Private Holiday Resort click here
For more information on Isabellas Health & Skin Care Salon click here.

Pine Creek Private Holiday Resort –Great Brak River/ Mossel Bay

Pine Creek Private Holiday Resort offers campers peace and tranquility right next to the Great Brak River. Here holiday makers, tourists, travelers and other campers can relax in the sheltered subtropical paradise.

· 120 shaded camping sites for caravans or tents.
· Each site has a water tap and electricity point.
· Modern ablution facilities
· Laundromat

The Resorts offers visitors a number of fun activities and other facilities including: Picnic area with braai facilities, Swimming pool, Trampolines, Play area for Children, Volley Ball, Putt Putt, Canoes and Paddle Boats for rental. And a Health & Skin Care Salon.

Pine Creek is only 2km by car from the wide warm sands of the Indian Ocean. Pine Creek is situated on South Africas famous Garden Route and is easily accessible.

For more information on Pine Creek Private Holiday Resort click here

For more information on Isabellas Health & Skin Care Salon click here.

Whale Watching in Gansbaai – Western Cape – South Africa

6 Southern Right Whales with calves where spotted in Gansbaai on 16 January 2009. According to Soné Boshoff from Dyer Island Cruises & Marine Dynamics this is the first time in the last 7 seasons that the Southern Right Whales are still in the area at this time of the year!

Dyer Island Cruises operates from Gansbaai, near Hermanus in the Western Cape, South Africa. We offer exciting and informative eco-tours around Dyer Island all year (excluding May), and between July and December we combine the Island experience with boat- based whale watching. Our whale watching trips are considered not just magical but rewarding too, and are sure to capture everyone’s imagination. We can guarantee Southern right whale sightings between July and December. We also operate great white shark cage diving tours with Marine Dynamics. Join our team to experience both the whales and the sharks that have made Dyer Island world famous.


For More information on Dyer Island Cruises & Marine Dynamics click here.

Whale Watching in Gansbaai – Western Cape – South Africa

6 Southern Right Whales with calves where spotted in Gansbaai on 16 January 2009. According to Soné Boshoff from Dyer Island Cruises & Marine Dynamics this is the first time in the last 7 seasons that the Southern Right Whales are still in the area at this time of the year!

Dyer Island Cruises operates from Gansbaai, near Hermanus in the Western Cape, South Africa. We offer exciting and informative eco-tours around Dyer Island all year (excluding May), and between July and December we combine the Island experience with boat- based whale watching. Our whale watching trips are considered not just magical but rewarding too, and are sure to capture everyone’s imagination. We can guarantee Southern right whale sightings between July and December. We also operate great white shark cage diving tours with Marine Dynamics. Join our team to experience both the whales and the sharks that have made Dyer Island world famous.


For More information on Dyer Island Cruises & Marine Dynamics click here.

Events & Festivals for 2009

Wheel Chair Challenge – George 14 February 2009
Buffalo Rally – Mossel Bay 19 March to 22 March 2009
Garden Route Homemakers Expo – George 26 March to 29 March 2009
KKNK – Oudtshoorn – Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefee4 to 11 April
Pink Loerie Mardi Gras Festival – Knysna30 April to 3 May 2009
Prince Albert Town and Olive Festival - 1 May to 2 May 2009
Wacky Wine Weekend – Robertson 5 June to 7 June 2009
Calitzdorp Port Festival – Calitzdorp 3 July to 12 July 2009
Pick ‘n Pay Oyster Festival – Knysna3 July to 12 July 2009
Volstruis Fees – De Rust 16 to 18 July 2009
Vodashop Cheese Festival – George 24 July to 27 July 2009 – Dates to be confirmed
Whisky, Whales and Jazz Festival – Plettenberg Bay 19 September to 28 September 2009 - Dates to be confirmed
Meiringspoort Half Marathon – De Rust 17 October 2009
To Hell and back MTB - 6 November to 9 November 2009 Dates to be confirmed

Link to find information on Lalakoi website

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looking for Guest House accommodatrion in Knysna?

Adams Guest House is located in the popular Garden Route town of Knysna. The Guest House is situated within easy reach of the CBD, shops, waterfront, restaurants and the many activities and attractions Knysna offers. Thus offering the ideal accommodation for business travellers, tourists and holidaymakers. The Guest House offers guests comfortable accommodation in a quiet and safe environment with all the amenities and facilities to ensure a pleasant stay. All rooms are en-suite and equipped with coffee & tea making facilities. Guests are welcome to make use of the swimming pool and braai facilities at Adams Guest House. A guest lounge with colour DSVT is also available to guests.

For the convenience of business travelers Adams Guest House in Knysna also offers an Internet Hot Spot! Our rate for single persons is R 180 per night – making Adams Guest House the preferred accommodation for reps and other business persons.

Secure parking is available. Children are welcome! Our rates exclude breakfast. Guests have the option of a full English Breakfast at R45 or a Continental breakfast at R30 per person.

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De Vette Mossel - open until end of April 2009

If you have missed out on the amazing experience of dining at De Vette Mossel during the December holiday you still have time until the end of April 2009 to visit this Beach Seafood Restaurant!

Kick off your shoes on a pristine and isolated beach at South African’s favourite holiday town, Mossel Bay in the Garden Route. Sip some wine, gaze over the ocean and indulged in seafood in abundance!

Eat as much as you like – or can! De Vette Mossel (The Fat Mussel) offers much more than perfectly prepared seafood – this is an experience – in unusual and informal surroundings with traditional Cape fishing culture – in true West Coast Style. Literally on the beach.

Our menu consist of 9 courses which are prepared and presented one after the other. Of each you may eat as much as you like – or can! But this is not as easy as it sounds…. The majority of the courses is prepared in full view on open fires in front of you – this guarantees off–the-grid-fresh seafood – as it ought to be.
During school holidays (December/January and March/April) De Vette Mossel has two eating sessions per day, but during the off season only during weekends: Saturday and Sunday.
Lunch session: 12:00 – 15:00
Dinner session: 18:30 – late

TARIFFS:
R160 per adult
R80 13 years and younger
R40 pre-school
(West Coast Rock Lobster additional @ R80 per whole lobster)*Tariffs subject to change

For more information and contact details > click here

Long term rental – exclusive two bedroom apartment –Herolds Bay / Oubaai Golf Estate

C-Shell is a two bedroom executive apartment in the security of the prestigious Oubaai Golf Estate only 8 km from George. This fully furnished self catering is available for long term rentals (periods of 3 months and more) at R 9 500 per month. This excludes water and electricity. Tenants will be able to play golf at Oubaai, but that must be arranged in advance with the owners.

For more information please click here > C-Shell

About Knysna - Western Cape - South Africa

Knysna is a popular holiday destination in the Western Cape Province of South Africa and is part of the Garden Route. The town is surrounded by forests, Lakes, mountains and sea. Knysna is a town of legend, history, arts and crafts. In and around Knysna you will find a selection of restaurants, coffee shops, activities, cultural & heritage experiences, adventure activities and scenic routes. Besides from catering for the nature lovers and adventurers Knysna is also a shopper paradise. Knysna is also a preferred destination for golfers.

General & Interesting Information on Knysna:
• GPS position: -34.029999 Latitude / 23.059999 Longitude
• Time Zone: GMT +2 hours
• The area enjoys a mild climate with an average annual rainfall of 750 mm and
temperatures ranging from 8°C in winter, to 28°C in summer

Events for 2009:
• Pick ‘n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival – 3 to 12 July
• Pink Loerie Mardi Grass – 30 April to 3 May
• Gastronomica – 24 September to 28 September

George – 18 km – Wilderness – 23km – Sedgefield – 20 km - Knysna – 32k m - Plettenberg Bay


For more information on where to stay, what to do, places to visit, dining out, restaurants, wedding venues, conference facilities and transport options including car rental and tours visit our website: http://www.gardenrouteaccom.co.za/ or click on the links below.

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O’Hannas bed and breakfast / self catering accommodation in Plettenberg Bay

O’Hannas bed and breakfast and self catering accommodation in Plettenberg Bay caters for all accommodation needs, from the budgeting back-packer to those who like to splash out on luxury, as well as the romantic honeymooners who come to enjoy and revel in the splendor and magnificence our beautiful Garden Route has to offer. Accommodation is offered in three houses that are situated in a Cul-De-Sac and boasts over 15 comfortable rooms.

For more information click here > O’Hannas

Executive apartment in Oubaai Golf Estate – Herolds Bay

C-Shell is a two bedroom executive apartment in the security of the prestigious Oubaai Golf Estate only 8 km from George. This fully furnished self catering is available for short rentals for holidays or business trips but can also be rented as a fully furnished apartment on a monthly basis. Tenants will be able to play golf at Oubaai, but that must be arranged in advance with the owners.
For more information please click here > C-Shell

Alpine Inn - B&B accommodation

We are a beautiful Hotel situated opposite the prestigious Fancourt Golf Estate in George. Just 6 km from the George Airport and on the increasingly popular Outeniqua Hop route.We offer reasonably priced accommodation in a variety of rooms (ranging from single to family suites) all of which are extremely comfortable and cozy with newly refitted private bathrooms.Facilities include a Tea Garden, Swimming pool, Restaurant and a fully licensed Bar. more information click here > Alpine Inn