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The Gary Player Golfer's Guide will take you on a tour of some of the Gary Player Design team's current and future developments, along with some tried and tested courses that continue to enhance the enjoyment of the golfing experience. In addition to saving the planet, the dynamics of digital publishing are such that you can enjoy entirely new experiences, such as the interactive views of signature holes and the graphics of each course.TRANSCRIPT
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contentsMessage from Gary Player 9
Golf course design - Mazagan Beach Resort Morocco 10
Gary Player Gallery 15
Feature destination - North West Province, South Africa 18
Feature destination - Black Sea Coast, Bulgaria 22
Estate living at Blair Atholl 31
Golf course reviews:
Blair Atholl, Gauteng 37
Dainfern, Gauteng 40
Erinvale, Western Cape 44
Fancourt Links, George 49
Gary Player Country Club, Sun City 52
Zimbali Lakes, KwaZulu Natal 56
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Golf course reviews:
Augusta, Georgia 63
The ACE Club, Philadelphia 66
Belfry, Warwickshire 71
BlackSeaRama, Bulgaria 75
Cougar Point, Kiawah Island 78
Ria Bintan, Indonesia 83
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Abu Dhabi 87
TPC Sawgrass, Jacksonville 91
Listings:
Golf courses 94
Accommodation 98
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CEO & Publisher Cameron BramleyEditor Bev Hermanson Project Leader & Sales Director Jaime-Lee van Sittert Advertising consultants Claudette Rose, Dwain Margro,
Meyer Venter Production co-ordination Michelle SwartAdministration Lana McLachlanDesign and layout Karen HarveyCourse Graphics Damian de Villiers
With special thanks to Jaimie Waddell, Beatrix Green, E-caddy and Black Knight InternationalGuy DeSilvaDavid Farrell
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We are very excited about being part of the first digitaledition of this Golfer's Guide, named in my honor. Ourfriends at Scarlet Winter Publishing have produced a super
publication that will take you on a tour of some of the Gary PlayerDesign team's current and future developments, along with sometried and tested courses that continue to enhance the enjoyment ofthe golfing experience.
I am particularly proud of our new courses at Mazagan BeachResort in Morocco and Saadiyat Beach Golf Club in Abu Dhabiwhere our environmentally responsible design approach tookprecedence. Our design team took pains to ensure that bothcourses 'were one with nature' utilising the natural characteristics ofeach region and paying particular attention to water usage and thereduction of harmful chemicals. While both developments aretremendously environmentally sensitive, they hold much promise forthe growth of eco-sensitive golf design worldwide. Construction atZimbali Lakes on the north coast of KwaZulu Natal in South Africahas begun, and I look forward with much anticipation to thecompletion of this course in 2011. Bulgaria is a golf destinationwaiting to be discovered and the recent opening of theBlackSeaRama course will surely have a significant influence onthis region's emerging tourism market.
In addition to saving the planet, the dynamics of digital publishingare such that you can enjoy entirely new experiences, such as theinteractive views of signature holes and the graphics of eachcourse. I trust that you will enjoy this latest edition. You can feel freeto send it on to your family and friends as well, with minimal impacton the environment.
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Aglobal leader in golf course design, as well as an expert in realestate planning and marketing, Gary Player Design has beendesigning and constructing golf courses around the world since
the early 80s. The team of seasoned professionals, under the BlackKnight's leadership, has already executed a portfolio of over 300projects in 35 countries on five continents.
One of the courses currently under construction is the 72 par, 7210yard (6,593m) Mazagan course in Morocco. Less than an hour fromCasablanca and within reach of the old fortified town of El Jadida, thisbreathtaking course will add extensive value to the world class KerznerInternational Mazagan Beach Resort.
Designed across undulating sand dunes with holes stretchingalongside the Atlantic coastline, the Mazagan course will offer playersimmaculate fairways and greens, with fabulous panoramic views. Thiswill be links golf at its best, with sea breezes drifting in from the AtlanticOcean and minimal rainfall to spoil a day's play.
Describing the concept of the Mazagan golf course, Mr Player says:“My design concept was twofold - to create a playable, memorable golfcourse that would also be enjoyable for golfers of all skill levels. We
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have quite a few heroic golf shots for the accomplished player, but theway I have designed the course allows for the high handicap player toplay along the ground in true links-style fashion and really enjoy theexperience. Equally important, we were able to utilise the dunes tocreate rolling fairways and greens to define the holes.”
“The course has several distinctive features,” Player continues. “Wehave designed the holes with wide fairways that can be played with thechanging wind conditions. This will offer the golfer a variety of anglesfrom which to approach each hole. Further, the course is unique in thatwe used one type of grass - Platinum Paspallum - wall to wall. Thisallowed me to design the course in such a manner that the greensbecame an extension of the fairways and we have some wonderfulputting surfaces.”
In addition to the 18-hole Gary Player signature golf course, the firstphase of the Mazagan Beach Resort will include a casino, a 500-roomhotel, 12 restaurants, a night club, conference centre and a luxury spa.
The US$350-million first phase, has recently been completed.TroonGolf, a leader in upmarket golf course management, has beenappointed to manage the Mazagan course.
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The Black Knight, as he is known for his all-black attire, is anaccomplished businessman and devoted family man, a life-longphilanthropist and tireless international ambassador of golf.
Gary Player was born in Johannesburg South Africa on 1 November 1935and first started his professional career in 1953, at the tender age of 17.He recorded his first tournament victories, including the South AfricanPGA, in 1955 and in 1956 he added four more victories to his record,successfully defending the East Rand Open and winning the SouthAfrican Open for the first time.
In 1957, he joined the PGA tour and won a championship for the first timeoutside of Africa, claiming the Australian PGA title. In 1958, he recordedhis first victory in the US PGA Tour, in the Kentucky Derby Open, as wellas the Autralian Open, the Natal Open and the Ampol Tournament.
1959 brought with it an even bigger milestone, when he won his firstmajor title, the British Open at Muirfield, with a four-round total of four-under-par 284, improving his score in every round. That was a highlysuccessful year for him as he won 7 titles in total.
In 1961, the Black Knight claimed his second major title when he becamethe first overseas player to don the famed green jacket awarded to thewinner of The Masters. By 1965, he had won the career Grand Slam of allfour majors - and he was only 29 years old.
The pictures in the following photo gallery are some nostalgic shots of theyoung Black Knight.
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Coming Home
Gary Player and dad, Harry.Photo: S.A.A.N Library
Photo: G. Cransham
1958, with wife Vivienne after winning the Kentucky DerbyOpen, Seneca G.C. Player’s first success in the U.S at theage of 22. Photo: Courier Journal and Louisville Times
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Holder of the South African GolfChampionship title, 20-year old Gary Player leaving for Britain. Photo: The Star, Johannesburg
The young Gary Player in London
The young Gary Player with British Ryder Cup captain, Dal Rees, at Walton Heath, Surrey.
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Sunny skies andwide open spaces
ABOVE: Kwa Maritane Lodge
Have you ever been kissed by an elephant or had your thumbsucked by a 3-week old albino lion cub? Have you ever skimmedover the treetops in a hot air balloon? These are just a few of thethrills that you can experience while travelling through SouthAfrica's North West Province.
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Covering just under 120 000 square kilometres, the North WestProvince is conveniently sandwiched between Botswana and theprovince of Gauteng, that includes two of South Africa's major
cities, Pretoria and Johannesburg. As a result of seismic activities billionsof years ago, the geology of the region yields rich deposits of uranium andplatinum, as well as deposits of chromium, nickel, gold and diamonds.Parts of the province are used as agricultural land that yields maize,sunflower seeds and a variety of vegetables and dairy products. Thereare, however, vast stretches of land that provide the natural habitat for awide variety of wildlife and flora indigenous to the area.
Whether you fly into Johannesburg and land at OR Tambo Airport, or landat Lanseria Airport, your journey through the North West Province is besttaken via Hartbeespoort Dam. On the way, be sure to stop at the LesediCultural Village, where tribal dancers will welcome you with music,traditional dance and stories of their heritage. Situated in The Cradle ofHumankind, Lesedi was founded by world renowned African adventurer,Kingsley Holgate. The village showcases the cultures of the Zulu, Xhosa,Pedi, Ndebele and the Sotho tribes in a collection of five homesteads.Souvenirs can be purchased at the Ndebele Craft Market, before you setoff for further adventure on the road north.
Located between the Witwatersberg and Magaliesberg mountain ranges,Hartbeespoort Dam is a great attraction for those that enjoy being aroundwater. In addition to boat trips and fishing, you have an opportunity tosleep in an ox wagon, take a hot-air ballon trip, ride on a cable car to thetop of the mountain ridge and visit the Lake Predator Park. There aremany arts and crafts studios in the area and as you travel north of thedam, you will find the Welwitschia Country Market and ChameleonVillage, which carry an abundance of African souvenirs from all over the continent.
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LEFT: Hartebeespoort DamMIDDLE: Lion cubs at Ukutula LionPark (Photo courtesy of Hands-onHolidays)BOTTOM: Bill Harrops hot airballoon ride
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For game lovers, there are a total of 14 national parks and provincialreserves, as well as ten registered conservancies and several game farmsand ranches in the province. Close to the northern reaches of HartbeesportDam, The Elephant Sanctuary, which was started in 1999, offers an up-close-and-personal interface with African elephants. Here, you have theopportunity to feed them, walk trunk-in-hand with them - and even besmooched by them! Adjacent to the Elephant Sanctuary, Monkeyland givesyou the opportunity to walk amongst the monkeys along paths andsuspension bridges and the natural vegetation that makes up their habitat.
Further along the route, just past Brits, the Ukutula Lion Park & Lodgeoffers you the opportunity to handle young lion cubs and see them at play.Ukutula has a volunteer programme for overseas (and local) visitors whoprefer to add value during their visit and a research programme that isconducted in conjunction with the Onderstepoort Vetinary University, in aneffort to preserve this endangered species.
The De Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Centre is another initiative that isdevoted to the preservation of Africa's dwindling predator species. Inaddition to its cheetah-rearing programme, De Wildt also breeds wild dogsin captivity as well as other rare species such as brown hyena, suniantelope, red and blue duiker and the riverine rabbit.
Two of the most prominent game parks in the province are ThePilanesberg National Park and the Madikwe National Park, which are bothadministered by the North West Parks & Tourism Board. While Madikweis only open to visitors that book at one of the many lodges on thereserve, the Pilanesberg National Park is open to day visitors as well.
Once a volcanic crater, the landscape of the Pilanesberg is now coveredby open grasslands, punctuated by hills and ravines. The diversity of SA TOURISM
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habitats is home to a wide variety of wildlife andbirds, including the Big 5 and more than 30 otherlarge mammal species that roam the 55 000hectare park.
This reserve seldom disappoints visitors when itcomes to wildlife spotting and at the end of aday's excitement and adventure, the park has arange of accommodation options from which tochoose - including caravan parks, self-cateringunits, bed & breakfast establishments and luxurybush lodges.
Then, on the other hand, a mere 20 minutesaway, there is the Sun City Resort, with a choiceof 4 hotels, including the opulent Palace of TheLost City. Named 'Africa 's Kingdom of Pleasure',Sun City is known for its glamorous casinos,gourmet restaurants, extensive sports facilitiesand dazzling star-studded performances. Thisresort is truly family-oriented, offering everythingfrom the Valley of Waves and a games arcadefor children, slots and gaming tables forgamblers, theatre extravaganzas and SuperBowl shows as well as golf, horse riding and avariety of sports activities, such as archery andclay pigeon shooting, for those that want to keep active.
If you are keen to take on the thrills of the NorthWest Province without the hassle of driving, thereare a number of tour operators that areestablished especially to give you the bestholiday experience. Hands-on Holidays focusesparticularly on the animal interactive experiences,while a number of coach tours can also bebooked to take you straight to Sun City and thenfrom there to the Pilanesberg National Park.There is no doubt, though, that whichever wayyou choose to experience this diverse province -self-drive or with an experienced tour guide, youwon't be disappointed.
Opposite page: LEFT: Pilanesberg Tsukudu TerraceBELOW: Madikwe LodgeBOTTOM: Palace of the Lost City atSun City
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Situated on the eastern half of the BalkanPeninsula, Bulgaria is a country of rustic beautysteeped in history. The Black Sea Coast formsthe country's eastern border and has become apopular tourist destination, with intriguingByzantine and Roman ruins, secluded coves andwide stretches of beaches.
Quiet and predominantly rural in nature, Bulgaria, in southeastern Europe, seems to have escaped much of theworldwide recession. Having emerged from Communist rule in
1990, the country has started to blossom and is attracting a flurry offoreign investment.
Roughly the same size as England, but with a population of only 8-million, Bulgaria is seen as a largely unspoilt tourist destination thatoffers both summer and winter diversions. Known as the BulgarianRiviera, the Black Sea coastline that stretches some 380 km, hasmany resorts and coastal attractions. The Black Sea itself is calm andfree of strong tidal currents. The average mid-day high at the coast ispegged at 28 deg C in summer, while the water temperature reachesa balmy 26 deg C.
Voted for the second year in a row 'The Best City in Bulgaria to Live In',in a national poll conducted by Darik Radio, the northern port of Varnais Bulgaria's third largest city. One of Europe's oldest cities, Varna wasa major trading centre during the Roman Empire and in 1444 was thesite where one of the last major battles of the Crusades was fought.
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Commonly referred to as Bulgaria's summer capital, the city is wrappedaround the horse-shoe shaped Varna Bay and is graced by twowaterways that link the Black Sea with Lake Varna inland. The port is theonly cruise destination on the Bulgarian coastline and is further the basefor the Bulgarian Navy.
Boasting an international convention centre, many shopping malls,restaurants and tourist attractions, the city is equally appropriate forbusiness and leisure visitors. The beach clubs along the waterfrontpromenade host a variety of rock, hip-hop, pop and techno shows for theyouth, while the Sea Garden, with its open air theatre, aquarium,delphinium, terrarium, zoo, alpineum, ice skating and amusement park isa paradise for children. Other diversions in and around Varna include theNicolaus Copernicus Observatory & Planetarium, the medieval cavemonastery, Aladzha, the Roman Baths, the Varna ArchaeologicalMuseum, Museum of Ethnology, National Revival Museum and thefascinating rock formations of Pobiti Kamani.
Paying tribute to its cultural diversity, Varna holds many festivals everyyear, including the Varna International Summer Music and Jazz Festivals, the National Hip-Hop Dance Festival, a variety of film and artsfestivals, a Beer fest, a Christmas Folk Dance Competition and an EasterMusic Festival.
Accessible by air (Varna International Airport), rail, sea and road, Varna is a popular starting point to the Bulgarian coastal route, wherevisitors will find many high class resorts such as Albena, Golden Sands,Sunny Beach, Duni and the Riviera Holiday Club. With numerousmineral baths and spas available, this is an idyllic area for beingpampered and to enjoy a holiday of regeneration and revitalisation ofbody and soul.
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With 70% of the properties sold, activities are picking up atDunblane, a lifestyle estate built around a state-of-the-artequestrian centre. Located in Gauteng, this lifestyle estate is a
unique concept in modern living. Offering an upmarket, executive style,the estate is divided into 134 individual stands with the objective toprovide a safe, secure haven where horse riding, cycling and otheractivities can be pursued in safety and security, while at the same timeoffering a lifestyle that has an exclusive and unique country feel to it.
The minimun stand size is 7 500 sqm and the homes, each with aminimum living space of 300 sqm, are to be architecturally designed,according to the guidelines defined by the developer. In keeping with thecountry image of the estate, the large wetland at the estate will bepreserved and all efforts are being made to nurture this wonderful naturalheritage. There are a number of water frontage stands available, althoughthese are being snapped up quickly.
An impressive entrance enhances the executive feel and for the next fewyears, while construction is under way, the complex will house a hardwarestore for the convenience of contractors working on the estate and, asthey move in, for residents working on their homes. Later, the hardwarestore will give way to a full convenience store which will, in addition to atake-away section, undertake to supply fresh, dry and chilled groceries,liquor and daily supplies such as milk, bread and newspapers directly toestate households.
Although Dunblane is situated only a few kilometres from the R21highway, providing easy access to OR Tambo International Airport,
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Pretoria and Johannesburg, residents requiringsomething a little faster will be able to use the estate'sown helipad. The estate's properties will additionally belinked to the security gate complex by a courtesy bus forthe convenience of residents and their staff.
Stables and horsetrailsIn keeping with the motto of the estate, 'Luxury,Equestrian Country Living', the Dunblane EquestrianCentre boasts facilities to rival the most upmarketequestrian centres in the world. With 126 modernstables, horsewalkers, hands-on supervision, training ofhorses and above-average instruction, large grassypaddocks and horsetrails within the 700 hectare Estate,this property is a haven for horse lovers. DunblaneEquestrian Centre also boasts 4 large grass arenas, and2 dressage arenas.
The centre, run by Brigitte Karels, the developer'syoungest daughter, is registered with The Horse Societyand will be holding regular sponsored, graded shows onthe property.
Five star hotel & conferencecentreA superb complement to the facilities offered atDunblane, a five-star lodge and conference centre is inthe process of being built on a 20 ha site situated on aridge overlooking the estate and the suburbs of Bredelland Marister. To be known as the Kopanong ExecutiveLodge & Conference Centre, the facility will have 54double rooms and conference facilities for 350delegates, including three conference venues, eightbreakaway rooms, two boardrooms, two restaurants anda gym.
In addition to conferences, the complex will alsoaccommodate school tournaments, with two full sizesoccer fields complete with a 100-seater coveredstadium, change rooms and catering facilities. The newhotel should be ready by April 2010.
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Blair Atholl, situated on the north-eastern boundary of the Cradle ofHumankind in Gauteng province, was the original home of GaryPlayer and his family’s well loved country retreat. This is a luxurious
eco-estate that was conceptualised to encapsulate an open, country-stylelifestyle that provides a safe haven for families to grow and thrive. The farmwas bought in 2003 and after a 2-year planning and assessment period, thedevelopers, Wraypex, broke ground in August 2005. Along with basicservices such as the water and electricity supplies, sewerage and wastedisposal, access roads and perimeter security, low density housing wasconsidered paramount in the quest for quality of life. The consensus wasreached to allow only 329 stands on the 618 ha estate, resulting in anoverall density of one dwelling per 2ha of land. The stands are an averageof an acre, but each one is positioned so that there is plenty of 'commonproperty' surrounding it. There are building guidelines in place to restrict thecoverage on each stand to 20% and the best description for the positioningof most of the new houses would be 'discreet'.
Some of the original farmhouses, including Gary Player's own home, havebeen retained. The new homes, following mainly classical and traditionalarchitecture, have been constructed to blend with their rural appointment.That's to say, understated in appearance, but certainly not in terms oftechnology. The estate provides fibre-optic technology that makes theentire estate a 'smart village'. This has been incorporated mainly for thesake of the state-of-the-art security system, but the spin-off is that thehouses are not just bricks and mortar - they are intelligent homes thatincorporate wireless connectivity, videos on demand, DSTV and motionsensors and laser beams, if required by the property owner.
Access controlImposing 8m high walls are definitely not in the scheme of things at BlairAtholl Estate. In fact those alienating feelings of being trapped inside a self-made prison in order to preserve one's life are just not on the agenda atall. The entire perimeter of the estate is surrounded by a fibre-opticallysensor and sector-driven palisade fence, called Electrosade. Biometricfingerprint recognition equipment has been installed at the access gates toallow residents free flow in and out of the estate. The security guards areemployed directly by the Blair Atholl management for stricter control andround-the-clock surveillance and a network of specialised CCTV cameras,that even pick up movement and images in the dark, is linked to thesecurity nerve centre to monitor movement in and around the estate. If
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Protecting the environmentWhile Blair Atholl Estate has 6,5 km of the Crocodile River winding thoughit, there were concerns that, with the constant irrigation of a world class golfcourse, water usage would have compromised the delicate eco-system ofthe area. Wraypex took these concerns into consideration and in response,they devised a recycling system that purifies and re-uses grey water for thedams, water features, the greens and the general landscaping.
To supply fresh water to the estate, the developers built their own 28kmpipeline to draw water from the northern water treatment farm just north ofDainfern in Fourways. This was literally ground-breaking in terms ofmaking sure that the environment and the surrounding countryside werenot affected by the estate development. In order to ensure sufficient powersupply to all of the homes planned for the estate, the Lanseria Airport'selectrical sub-station was upgraded.
You can feel the thrillIf you love horses and have a penchant for the game of golf, you willknow you have arrived, as you drive along the winding roads of BlairAtholl. Horses graze peacefully in neatly kept paddocks surrounded bywhite split-pole fencing. The original stables, where Gary Player kept histhoroughbred race horses, have been renovated and upgraded forprivate, residents-only stabling. Bridle paths wind over a thousand acresof shady river and hillside trails on the estate, gentle enough for beginneroutrides yet capable of allowing more strenuous exercise for experiencedriders. There are also lunging and jumping arenas and dressageménages. The stables are expertly managed and tuition is available forindividuals and groups.
ClubhouseYour first introduction to the Gary Player designed golf course is throughthe clubhouse, which is built from local rock in an Italian country style.From the parking area, the building appears to be somewhat low slung andrambling. It's only once you enter, that you are welcomed with the grandeurof the deep spacious reception rooms, plush furnishings and heavy drapesframing large windows that overlook the wide terrace, the start of thecourse and the Magaliesberg mountain range in the distance.
Facing one of the lounges, in a dedicated alcove, you will find GaryPlayer's grand slam trophies and memorabilia, set out in specialshowcases. Even non-golfers cannot help being caught up in the spirit of
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the game, seeing the looks of triumph on the young Gary Player's face ashe won tournament after tournament since the early 1960s. Pictures ofother golfing legends over the past decades and the display of some of theprestigious trophies that have been won, all add to the atmosphere.
Alongside them, you will find evidence that the estate is already carving outa reputation all of its own. The development and the clubhouse have beenwinning their own accolades and these are proudly on display here.
So far, Blair Atholl has been recognised -• by Compleat Golfer with the 5 Star Golf Experience Award at the 2008
Golfer Awards Dinner;• by the International Property Awards awarding the estate 5 Stars for the
Best Golf Development in South Africa in 2007;• as Best New Golf Course in Gauteng in 2007;• the clubhouse was chosen as one of 5 finalists in the 2007 Golf Inc.
Clubhouse Competition - Blair Atholl was the only finalist from outside ofthe USA.
• #2 of the Top 10 Courses in South Africa and Environmental Awareness Award, Compleat Golfer, 2008
• Best New Golf Course, Golf Digest South Africa, 2008
Revitalising body and soulIn a separate building alongside the clubhouse, the Savanna Spa providesa tranquil refuge where you can work out and regenerate body and soul.For exercise, there's the outdoor swimming pool, as well as squash courtsand a fully equipped gym. In the treatment rooms, trained staff perform awide variety of treatments such as body therapies, exfoliation, waxing,manicures and pedicures, eyebrow and eyelash tinting and massages. Forthose looking for that sun-kissed glow, there's a sunbed and skin bronzingfacility. Appointments can be booked for individual Pilates instruction,physiotherapy, sports massage and personal workouts. The juice bar andhealthy spa menu provide nourishment and recliners around the pool giveyou time to unwind and enjoy the open air and sunshine at your own pace.
Other recreational activities at the estate include a bridle path and cycling,jogging and walking trails. There is a Youth Centre for the kids and allaround the estate, you will find extensive nature parks traversed by smallgame and birds. Accessibility to 'civilisation' with all its material trappings ofcinemas, shopping malls, casinos and business centres is a only a shorthop away in Fourways and if you head north, you will reachHartebeespoort Dam, with all its watersports, picnic spots and touristattractions. And with Lanseria Airport a mere 5 minutes away, you arewithin easy reach of the country's many coastal and inland attractions.
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Ranked as No.1 in the world by www.saveamillionshots.com, the BlairAtholl golf course is one of Gary Player's finest courses. Seeing that thecourse has been laid out across what was the Player family's country
retreat for over a quarter of a century, one can well understand that this was alabour of love for Gary.
At over 7500 square metres, the Blair Atholl course is the longest in SA. It hasbeen built in a long, expansive loop, with only two holes (the 1st and 18th holes)running alongside each other. The layout is characterised by rolling hills, withviews of the majestic Magaliesberg, the oldest mountain range in the world, andravines that slope down to the 6,5km stretch of the Crocodile River that windsthrough the estate. Whether alongside the Crocodile River or natural dams, theeleven water featured holes add lots of serenity and charm to the course.
The front nine holes are 600 metres shorter than the back nine, so the stop atthe Halfway House, set in dappled shade over the Crocodile River, is genuinelyappreciated by the time the players reach the end of the course. The design,both challenging and rewarding, allows for the testing of scratch players, yet stillensuring enjoyment for handicapped golfers.
The advanced aeration system installation under the greens helps with themaintenance, quality and consistency of the putting surface and benefits playersthrough the reduction of spring and summer surface maintenance, hollowtinning, topdressing and curative spraying. The irrigation system makes use ofgrey water to ensure optimal use of water and to reduce the golf course's impacton the natural surroundings.
A mere 2,5km from Lanseria Airport, situated in the luxury security estate of thesame name, Blair Atholl is a members only course. Alongside the superblyappointed clubhouse, there is a wellness centre/spa and the estate also boastsa full equestrian facility with 50 stables and dressage, jumping and lungingarenas.
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Private golf course, no greenfees. Only open for play tohomeowners.
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Firmly established as one of South Africa's most prestigious andsuccessful developments of its kind, the Dainfern Golf Estate offerssafety and a superb carefree lifestyle in the Northern Suburbs of
Sandton. It was the second golf estate to be launched in South Africa andthe first in Gauteng.
The Dainfern Golf Course, opened in 1991, was designed by Gary Playeron the site of the old Fourways Golf Course, which was perfectly situatedon the banks of the Jukskei River. It has some of the most scenic yetchallenging holes in the country and is one of South Africa's most excitinggolf venues, testing the skills of proficient golfers, with play crossing theJukskei River six times.
Golf Digest has ranked the course in the top 50 of their Top 100 courses.The course is 6 289 metres off the club markers but can be stretched to 6637 metres off the tips when hosting a tour event. In 1992 Ernie Els wonthe South African Masters at Dainfern and the Seekers Travel Pro-Am onthe Sunshine Winter Tour is hosted here each September.
The last four holes on the front nine are a treat with the par-4 7th abruising 450 metres from the tips, played from a high tee to a fairwaybordered by the Jukskei. The approach shot to a slightly hidden green isthe big challenge of this stroke one hole. It's followed by an equallyattractive par-5, where the river has to be carried twice.
The clubhouse is perfectly situated in the centre of the Estate giving bothresidents and members a wonderful place to unwind in the late afternoonswith a magnificent view of the golf course or socialising in the bar.
This course is truly one that Gary Player Design can be proud of as thedesign is one that can be set up for all levels of golfers and is enjoyed byboth the local and international golfing community.
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Gary Player’s TipAccuracy off the tee is a big plushere. The Jukskei River plays animportant role in the layout here,so be wary of its presence!Make sure you know youroptions when going into a waterhazard and know the differencebetween yellow and re-stakedhazards
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The Erinvale golf course, built on a narrow stretch of land, escalatingsharply uphill and in the shadow of one of the Cape's mostmagnificent mountains, the Helderberg, is at the heart of one of
South Africa's pioneering and most successful estate developments. Thissuccess was always guaranteed due to its location, on the borders ofSomerset West, close to the beaches of Gordon's Bay and the Strand,and only half an hour from the vibrant city centre of Cape Town, addingconvenience to the estate's extraordinary scenic offering.
Since Erinvale's inception in 1994, this Gary Player designed course hashosted the 1996 World Cup of Golf and more recently both the 2003 and2004 South African Open, the 2nd oldest golf championship in the world.
The superbly maintained championship course at Erinvale is a course oftwo moods, offering the golfer two distinctly different nines. The flatoutward nine is defined by challenging approach shots to long narrowputting surfaces, with the inward nine offering beautiful vistas from itsundulating fairways and a finish that rates among the best in the world.The course is Par 72, with 63 bunkers, and 14 dams. Kikuyu grass isused for the fairways and roughs, with a mixture of Bent and Poa annuagrass used for the greens.
The Erinvale Clubhouse, that overlooks both the 9th and 18th holes, isbuilt on three levels. The Terrace Bar is situated at ground level and is afavourite venue after a round of golf, while the restaurant situated upstairsoffers a fine dining experience. A large, wooden sun deck extends outtowards the 18th hole offering a spectacular view of the golfers playingtheir final hole.
Practice facilities at the Ervinvale course include a driving range, a putting green and a chipping green. Drive carts, trolleys and even golf clubs areavailable for hire.
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Gary Player’s TipThis is an excellent walk - beprepared for a tough walk onthe back nine, but the views arewell worth the effort. The windcan play a major role here, butremember the course wasdesigned with this in mind. The17th is a tough driving hole.Don't try to get too muchdistance off the tee - even if youneed to aim for making a bogeyfive.
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On the horizon of a new future in beauty and challenge Wonder Gardens, striving for the best, delivers a knockout blow on mediocrity and aligns itselfwith the best that there is in the construction of Golf courses; providing the wonder of reality coordinated with the pleasure of and international standard translated into the game of “Golf” . . .
Wonder Gardens Pty LtdTel : +27 11 958 1506/7/8/9 Fax : +27 11 958 1013
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The Links, situated at Fancourt in George, is one of Gary Player’sfavourite courses. The course has been fashioned around the typicalScottish and Irish links golf courses, where play is primarily along the
ground, making use of the contours to best effect.
Links land is normally close to the ocean, where the receding sea has lefta vast area of sand exposed to the elements, creating an endless variationof undulating dunes. At the Fancourt Links, this environment had to beartificially created as the site was originally an abandoned airfield that wasflat and featureless. The true value of this course, therefore, has beendetermined by the ingenuity and creativity of the design team, whichconsisted of owner Hasso Plattner and the Gary Player Design team.
The course has been designed to feature not only extremely long Par 3s,4s and 5s, but also very short holes. The endless variety of slopes, hollowsand bumps dictate the nature of play and contribute to the individuality ofthe holes. The layout is such that the golfer seldom sees part of anotherhole, creating the feeling that he is on his own on the golf course.
Notwithstanding the fact that The Links is a truly championship standardgolf course, enough width is offered to create a challenge that most golferswill experience as being achievable, rather than impossible. In the end, thegolf course not only looks like a typical links style golf course but also playslike one. To achieve this a lot of attention was given to selecting the correctgrass varieties grown on tees, fairways, semi-roughs and greens. The outof play dune areas also feature typical coastal bush areas and areaswhere sand is evident, replicating a typical exposed side of a dune.
The Links has hosted a number of prestigious international events, includingthe 2003 President’s Cup, the inaugural Women’s World Cup of Golf in 2005,the 2006 SA Open and the Gary Player Invitational in 2008. Two excitingevents coming up this season include the South African leg of the GaryPlayer Invitational taking place from 27-29 November 2009, as well as SouthAfrica’s first European Senior Tour event, the Berenberg Bank Masters from26-28 March 2010.
Gary Player’s TipPlay your very own 'British Open'here. Yes it's tough, but it'smeant to be! There is quite a lotof space off the tees and oftenit's best just to aim for the heartof the green, rather than goingfor the flags.
The Links Golf CourseTel: +27 (0)44 804 0030Fax: +27 (0)44 804 0732Course RatingChampionship Rating: 76 - ClubRating: 72Green Fees Hotel Guests (Includes HalfwayHouse) - R1 500.00Cart Fees R230 MedicalCertificate
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Rated the No.1 course in South Africa by Compleat Golfer in 2008,the Gary Player Country Club course is part of the world renownedSun City entertainment complex, which is a short flight or 2-hour
drive from either Johannesburg or Pretoria. Bordering the PilanesbergNational Park and situated adjacent to another Player-designed course,the Lost City golf course, the Gary Player Country Club is the venue forthe Nedbank Golf Challenge which is played in December every year.Offering a US$1.2 million cheque for the winner, the Nedbank GolfChallenge has, in past years, been won by golfing greats such as SeveBallesteros, Ian Woosnam, Nick Price, David Frost, Bernhard Langer andlocal golfing heroes Ernie Els and Retief Goosen.
The Gary Player Country Club course is acknowledged as a difficult anddemanding course that requires stamina and accuracy from players. Thecomparatively flat nature of the course is misleading, as water hazards,cunningly sited bunkers and pins hidden away on kidney shaped greensmake up for the lack of gradient. Off the back markers, the coursemeasures over 7 000 metres, which makes this one of the longestcourses in the world. However, a variety of tees makes it possible toshorten the course and render it playable for all levels of golfers.
The course has kikuyu grass on the tees, fairways and the semi-roughs,with bent grass on the greens. With a normally warm to hot climate in theregion, it is essential to take plenty of drinking water with you when playingthis layout and you are well advised to keep your ball on the fairway as thekikuyu rough is thick.
Golf carts are mandatory on this course and there are plenty of caddiesavailable to help you carry your clubs. The dress code on the course is'smart casual' golf clothing.
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Gary Player’s TipThis course has been madefamous by all the great playerswho have graced it over theyears in the 'Million Dollar'. Havea go, if you can, at hitting the 9thin two.
Take a three-wood off the 18thand try to get as close to thewater as you dare - it will leaveyou with a much easier shotover the water to the green.
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The Zimbali Coastal Resort is a highly sought-after residential estatelocated on KwaZulu Natal's Dolphin Coast, north of Durban. With itsdistinctive fusion of Asian and African architecture, lush vegetation
and favourable climate, the estate has attracted many elite residents andvisitors from across South Africa and all over the world.
A fitting sequel to this highly successful residential and leisuredevelopment is the R7-billion Zimbali Lakes Resort Development. Themain attraction to this estate will be the Gary Player designed course thatis about to break ground. This 18 hole signature championship golfcourse, the first Gary Player Design project on the KwaZulu-Natal coast,will make extensive use of the dramatic terrain that offers significantelevation changes, providing for stunning vistas between tee-boxes and greens.
Using a blend of traditional design principles and modern technology, witha strong emphasis on enjoyment of the stunning views that the estate hasto offer, the course designers are aiming to create a course thatexemplifies natural beauty in harmony with this challenging, undulatingterrain.
The Zimbali Lakes Resort site brings some interesting challenges to thedesign and construction teams as the areas surrounding the course havelargely been designated as wetlands. Development of this course willinvolve extensive earthworks in conjunction with conservation planningand indigenous planting to prevent erosion during the construction phaseand afterwards. A characteristic of Gary Player Design is the utilisation ofthe existing topography to determine the layout of the course and thepreservation of the natural environment as far as possible.
Furthermore, a state-of-the art driving range and golfing academy will adda full service golfing experience to what will be one of the province'spremier golfing destinations. The course is expected to takeapproximately 18 months to complete once construction begins. It isexpected be opened in May 2011.
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Gary Player’s TipI am looking forward to finalisingthe new course at ZimbaliLakes. This coastal area ofKwaZulu Natal is among themost beautiful places for golf inthe world. In summer, it can bequite hot and humid - so alwaysmake sure you drink plenty ofwater during your round to avoidbecoming dehydrated. Snackingon a banana is always anexcellent way to keep yourenergy levels up.
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One of the most revered clubs in the world, the Augusta NationalGolf Club in the USA hosts the annual Masters Tournament,where many a golfing legend has graced the greens. This 365-
acre property was previously an indigo plantation and then a plantnursery. The nursery closed in 1918, but many flowering plants and treesremained and were preserved when the golf course was built. Designedby Bobby Jones and Alister MacKenzie, the course is renowned for itsbeauty and its immaculately maintained greens.
Part of Augusta's success formula is that, as a seasonal club, the courseis closed each May and reopened in October, after the peak summermonths are over. This eliminates a lot of wear and tear and enables thestaff to focus on improvements and maintenance.
As the tournament is held in spring, the beauty of the course during theMasters is mainly attributed to natural timing, with a little help from theprofessionals. A soil lab and on-site weather station are part of thesuccess formula. Chemical usage is monitored and airflow technology isused to reduce the need for fertilisers and pesticides. Much of the water isrecycled and trees and shrubs are often hand watered to conserve water.
Augusta's tees and fairways are Bermuda grass, which is overseededeach autumn with rye grass. The trees receive particular attention, withsupports applied to weak trees and general lightning protection to ensurethat they stay healthy. To the left of the 11th hole, a 55-acre forest is hometo wildlife and thousands of migratory birds. Some parking areas havebeen left unpaved to reduce runoff of surface water and a tree mulchingprogramme is in place to prevent soil erosion and improve the soil quality.
To share the knowledge and expertise utilised at the course, AugustaNational has an intern programme, through which more than 100 golfcourse maintenance professionals from other courses have already been trained.
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Rolling topography, pristine wetland habitat, lakes and windingstreams, patches of mature trees, open spaces and natural rockoutcrops all characterise The ACE Club course, located a short
distance from Philadelphia's city centre.
Designed by Gary Player, this 18 hole course is playable and challengingfor golfers of every skill level. The course ranges from 5,200 yards fromthe forward tees to 7,500 yards from the longest tees. With five teeplacements on each hole, the course has been created to accommodatediscerning golfers with modern equipment and the latest ball technology.Carefully considered course architecture challenges the golfer to trydifferent strategies based on hole routing, wind direction and his or herown strength. The greens are beautifully contoured, with some severeslopes and undulations as well as multiple levels that frequently drop off todeep ravines. The numerous bunkers are not only found around thefairways, there are some in the fairways themselves. This can besomewhat intimidating for the average golfer, yet challenging to the skilledplayer and certainly something that entices players to come back and playthis course again and again.
Practice facilities include a two tiered driving range, six target greens thatgive the player an authentic game-like experience, an oversize puttinggreen and two acres with fairways and bunkers, dedicated to iron andwedge practice.
The strategy employed throughout the design and engineering of thecourse, along with the maintenance programme, qualifies this courseaccording to the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Programme, where ithas been given the elite Silver Signature Series designation for itsenvironmental responsibility.
The serene and secluded 311-acre environment is owned and operatedby ACE North America, part of the Swiss-incorporated ACE Group ofcompanies. Established to promote networking opportunities for theinsurance industry, The ACE Club is the only private corporate-oriented golf club in Philadelphia. An on-site heliport, 120 room hotel and conference centre located on the property add to the exclusivity of the location.
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The ACE Club: Tel: +610 238 4581
Private Golf Club, only open forchampionship play.
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The PGA National Course at The Belfry in Warwickshire is the onlycourse in England where the PGA is played. The Belfry is alsohome to the headquarters of The PGA of Great Britain & Ireland,
The PGA of Europe, and the PGA National Training Academy
The newest of three courses located at The Belfry, the Dave Thomas-designed PGA course provides an interesting and exciting test of golf onbig greens. Originally farmland, the landscape has nevertheless beengiven lots of variety with extensive mounding separating the fairways andfour man-made lakes providing many water hazards. The bunkers havebeen well-positioned and once the trees mature, the PGA will become atighter playing course.
This Par 72 course is not recommended for traditionalists, though. Playing6639 yards, it has a distinctly American flavour and is described as a'stern' course built for optimum spectator viewing during top tournaments.The star hole is the par-5 12th, with banks on either side of the fairwaygiving it an amphitheatre feel.
The Belfry is amongst the finest clubs in the world and the three coursesare set out in the style of the Augusta National in the US, on a 360 acrepark. The sister courses to the PGA course are the Brabazon, host tonumerous Ryder Cup tournaments, and the Derby.
The clubhouse is most impressive and the accompanying hotel andcorporate facilities are excellent. The PGA Golf Academy based at TheBelfry has a 34 bay floodlit driving range, a short game practice area andthe Mini Brabazon 18 hole putting course. The Academy offers tuition toboth juniors and seniors as well as video analysis of players' techniques.There is also a Nike golf shop and a custom fitting suite on site.
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Course Rating: 71
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With breathtaking views of Bulgaria's Black Sea coast, theexclusive gated BlackSeaRama resort has luxurious villas,modern amenities and the first Gary Player designed
championship golf course in Eastern Europe. Located within easy reachof the Varna International Airport and the vibrant city of Varna,BlackSeaRama appeals to a niche market of golfers, investors andleisure-seekers that enjoy security in an upmarket environment.
As far as golf is concerned, Bulgaria is still a fledgling market and it wasimportant that the course be designed to make the game enjoyable for alllevels of players. This is a natural links-style course although the fairwaysare a bit wider and the greens more generous, to accommodate noviceplayers. The course is nevertheless of a high enough standard to be ableto host a PGA European Tour Event.
Being a coastal course, there is a fair amount of wind, but the spectacularscenery and natural landscape make play here a most memorableexperience. Drought-tolerant blue grass has been used on the fairwaysand bent grass on the greens. There are very few water hazards,although there are wetlands that have been created around the course toencourage birdlife.
Paying tribute to the country's rich heritage, replicas of ruins found in theregion have been incorporated in the architecture of the course and infront of the clubhouse, an open-air amphitheatre has been built in thestyle typically used by the ancient civilizations of yore.
The Tuscan-themed clubhouse has a restaurant, bars, an indoorswimming pool, a jacuzzi and sauna facilities. There is a state-of-the-artgolf academy with two driving ranges and golf pros available for tuition.The resort also has a tennis academy, fitness centre and wellness facility.
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Designed by Gary Player in 1996, Cougar Point Golf Course was rated'Golf Course of The Year' by both the South Carolina Golf CourseOwners Association and the Charleston Golf Course Owners Association
in 2007. Located just a few miles from Charleston, South Carolina, the coursewas built on the site of the former Marsh Point course on Kiawah Island.
The Cougar Point course has been designed to championship standards thatchallenge the scratch player while providing an enjoyable round for all levels ofplayers. It plays 6875 yards with a strategic layout where players need to thinktheir way around the course. The par-72 layout features holes playing directlyalong broad expanses of tidal marsh, offering panoramic views of the KiawahRiver and features a combination of scenic Par 3s, a blend of short and longPar 4s and risky, yet rewarding Par 5s.
The long par-4s feature wide landing areas and open-run-up areas in front ofthe green making them reachable by the shorter hitters using a wood or long-iron. The short par-4s challenge players to find specific landing areas on theirdrives to avoid obstacles and find the best angles to the greens. Hole 6 hasspectacular views, while hole 17 is considered by many to be one of theprettiest and most challenging holes on the course. One of the most dramaticvistas on Kiawah Island is the middle of Cougar Point's front nine that playsalong the Kiawah River.
As with all the other courses on Kiawah Island, Cougar Point has numerouswater hazards. There is a diversity of wildlife that adds spice to playing thiscourse, not least of which are the alligators.
The four other courses on the island are Oak Point, the Ocean Course, OspreyPoint and Turtle Point. However, it's Cougar Point that was recently awarded41/2 stars in Golf Digest's 'Best Places to Play' reader's poll, making this coursean excellent choice for a round of golf while visiting the island.
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Magnificently sprawled over 447 hectares of lush landscape, Ria BintanResortis your ideal getaway from the city.
Tee off your urban burdens at the award-winning Ria Bintan Golf Club, wherehole-ly pleasures of the game are paramount.
At our upcoming Ria Cove resort homes – elegantly appointed villas, privategardens and natural lagoon will transport you to a world of spa-likeabodes.
Discover funky Club Med Ria Bintan with your family – where archery,nocturnaltheatres, and even a circus school beckon.
Top 100 Golf Courses 1999, Golf DigestBest Course in Asia 2008, Asian Golf MonthlyBest Course in Indonesia 2005/06/07/08, Asian Golf Monthly
JI. Perigi Raja Parcel A-11, Lagoi, North Bintan, Tanjung Uban 29152, Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia • Tel 62 770 692868/39 • Fax: 62 770 692837/69Singapore Office: 230 Victoria Street, Bugis Junction Towers #14-01/10, Singapore 188024. Tel: 65 6433 7714/692 • Fax: 65 6337 7224 • Email: enquiries @riabintan.com • Website: www.riabintan.com
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The 447 hectare Ria Bintan Golf and Beach Resort in Indonesia hasmany attractions, including the 302-roomed Club Med Ria Bintanand a luxury residential component. As main attractions, there are
two Gary Player-designed golf courses - the 9 hole Forest Course and the18 hole Ocean Course.
Over and above the courses themselves, there is a well-appointedclubhouse that has magnificent views of the South China Sea, a spa thatoffers pre- and post-game massages, a putting green and a 20-baydriving range.
Taking the inherent natural beauty of the site as a backdrop, Gary Playerdesigned both courses to provide a challenging, yet enjoyable golfexperience, while bringing players closer to nature. The variety offered bythe forested areas and the ocean vistas, along with the large differencesin elevation across the landscape ensures that the golfer has anexhilarating experience that will not easily be forgotten.
The nine hole Forest Course is shorter and tighter than either the frontnine or the inner nine of the Ocean Course, but it is nevertheless veryscenic, taking you through a natural environment of rain forest andwetlands.
After the first four holes of the Ocean Course, where water plays asignificant role, you are taken on a journey back through the jungle untilhalfway through the 7th hole, when you return to the ocean views. Thelong par-4 18th hole, with a deep ravine protecting the front left of thegreen, proves a tough close to the game.
For its focus on environmental sustainability, the Ria Bintan Golf Course isthe first golf course in Indonesia to have been awarded designation as acertified Audubon Co-operative Sanctuary Golf Course. The Ria BintanOcean Course has further been distinguished as the Best Golf Course inIndonesia for the last 5 years (2004 - 2008) and was also proclaimed theBest Golf Course in Asia for 2008.
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Set alongside the world's largest cluster of renowned culturalinstitutions, such as the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Museum and theLouvre Abu Dhabi Museum, the Saadiyat Beach Golf Course, built
on Saadiyat Island, the 27 square kilometre island lying 500 metresoffshore from the UAE capital, is set to raise the bar and establish a newstandard of golf experience across the Arab region.
As the Gulf's first and only ocean course, the Par 72 Saadiyat courseweaves in and out of the sites of nine five-star hotels. It features severalbeach-front holes and one third of the course commands spectacularviews of the Gulf's crystal waters fringed by pristine white sandedbeaches.
The Gary Player designed Saadiyat Beach Golf Course offers aspectacular variety of golf experiences, with every hole having its ownunique character. Designed in a classic figure of eight configuration withan amphitheatre style, the course will be capable of hosting majortournaments in the future.
Describing the course as being 'at one with nature', Player has used theisland's natural setting as the basis for some striking landscape designs.Bermuda grass is the primary turf used for the fairways, greens and tees,with drought-tolerant Bahai turf selected for the outer rough and fairwayperipheries, as it uses less water.
Operated by Troon Golf, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club will have adistinguished practice range, a Golf Academy and a state-of-the-artclubhouse. The club's facilities will be open to its members, as well asoffering a 'Member for the Day' arrangement to UAE residents and also toguests from the surrounding hotels, on a pay-and-play basis.
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F or the past 15 years Prince's Grant is ranked as one of the top 20 golf courses inSouth Africa.Designed and constructed by Peter Matkovich,the course's undulating
fairways and perfectly manicured greens are set against the breathtaking North Coastcoastline and azure Indian Ocean.
Prince's Grant is one of the country's top golfing destinations and never fails to elicitexclamations of wonder from first time visitors, while for residents and homeowners theenjoyment of playing on this truly beautiful course never fades.With all the facilities youwould expect from a world-class golf course,Prince's Grant has established itself as a topgolfing destination.
For more information please contact:The Homeowners' Association - Tel: +27 (0)32 482 0002 Website: www.princesgrant.co.zaPrince’s Grant Lodge - Tel: +27 (0)32 482 0005 Website: www.princesgrantlodge.co.zaProshop - Tel: +27 (0)32 482 0041/ 0163
The way life should be lived.
PRINCE’S GRANT. THE WAY LIFE SHOULD BE LIVED.Tel: (032) 482 0002 Fax: (032) 482 0013 e-mail: [email protected] website:www.princesgrant.co.za
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Distinguished by the magazine, Travel&Leisure Golf, as one of theTop 10 Best Golf Resorts in the World, TPC Sawgrass offersvisitors a choice of two golf courses and the most amazing
amenities. Situated on Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, between Jacksonvilleand historic St. Augustine, TPC Sawgrass is one of golf's most desirabledestinations.
Designed by Pete Dye, THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPCSawgrass is the site of the prestigious The Players PGA Championshipheld annually. The course is ranked among the top 80 golf courses in theworld, according to Golf Magazine, and ranked No.1 among the BestResort Courses in Florida by Travel & Leisure.
The brief to Dye, when designing this course, was that there had to be aselection of short, medium and long holes within the categories of par-3s,par-4s and par-5s. No two consecutive holes should play in the samedirection and there should be both right and left doglegs.
The course has been built to give spectators as much enjoyment oftournaments as the players experience themselves. It covers 7,215 yardsfrom the longest tees for a par 72.
Its signature hole, the 17th, is possibly the most photographed in theworld. Although technically a peninsula, this highly intimidating green isknown as the Island Green. Measuring only 132 yards from tee to green,it is an undulating 78 feet in length with only a small bunker in front of it.The link to the rest of the course is a narrow path, otherwise it iscompletely surrounded by water, amidst a canyon of trees. It is estimatedthat easily 100 000 balls are retrieved from the surrounding water everyyear - need we say more?
Initially when the Stadium course was built, the reviews reflected ameasure of frustration amongst those that ventured on the course.However, in 2006, the course underwent extensive renovation and theresult has been a challenging and most memorable experience for all whoplay there.
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BOSCH HOEK GOLF COURSEBosch Hoek is one of the most picturesque layouts in the country. The course isdesigned around a lake, dams, streams and beautiful trees. We welcomevisitors and there is no better venue for corporate golf days. You will enjoy a daywith a difference and a day to be remembered.
Tel: (033) 234 4232 (Clubhouse)Fax: (033) 234 4483Email: [email protected] Co-Ordinates: S 29° 21' 42” E 30° 06' 04”Website: www.boschhoek.co.za
EAST LONDON GOLF COURSE"If you enjoy traditional golf courses, then East London Golf Course is a mustplay! The course is set amongst hills, dunes and coastal indigenous bush andhas a combination of both links and parkland features. The Club and course hasplayed host to many of South Africa's major tournaments, the most recent beingthe Africa Open which was won by Retief Goosen." Home of the Africa Open.
Tel: 043 735 1356Fax: 043 735 1390Email: [email protected]
CAMELOT GOLF COURSE• Internationally-designed 9/18 Hole challenging Golf Course• Group Specials 'n Discounts and Corporate Days/Special Events • Golf Carts• Safe 'n Secure• Bar, Restaurant & Coffee Bar • Family Fun • Swimming • Wild-life & Nature Trials • Fishing
Tel: (+27) 031-765 9416 / (+27) 031-765 9418Email: [email protected]: www.camelotgolf.co.za
STEENBERGSet in the Heart of the Constantia Winelands and 20 minutes from Cape TownCity Centre lies the Steenberg Estate. This five star estate features a golf course,hotel, winery and some of the most expensive real estate in South Africa.Steenberg is a “must play” course in Cape Town. Wine tasting, beaches,mountain activities.
Tel: 021 - 713 2233 or 021 - 713 2231Email: [email protected]: www.steenberggolfclub.co.za
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GLENGARRY GOLF COURSEGooderson Leisure's Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort is nestled in thetranquil Southern Drakensberg. Enjoy a game of golf at The Glengarry CountryClub, cradled by the vast Drakensberg Mountains which is the only 18-hole golfcourse in Southern Berg and overlooks the picturesque Lake KwaNyoni and thefamous Rhino Horn peak as a backdrop. The first and the eighteenth holes areflanked by our trout dam, which is always well stocked! Tel: +27 31 337 4222 Fax: +27 31 368 2322Email: [email protected]. Website: www.goodersonleisure.co.za
LEOPARD CREEKNear Kruger National Park, Limpopo ProvinceCourse disctances: Championship 6689m/7315 ydClub 6047m/7006 ydLadies 5027m/5497 ydPar 72. Designed by Gary Player
Website: www.leopardcreek.co.za
MODDERFONTEIN
Modderfontein Golf Course was founded in 1935. The course was designed byArthur Thomsett and opened by Bobby Locke. In 1990 the course was upgradedand re-designed by Hugh Baiochi with 10 dams and 3 meandering streams toensure enough water supply year yound. We are currently ranked in the top 50of the top 100 golf courses countrywide by Golf Digest.
Golf Course Drive, ModderfoneitnTel: (011) 608-2033 Fax: (011) 608-3819
KINGFISHER HILL GOLF AND COUNTRY ESTATETowering boulders overlook a patchwork of colours in the true African bushveld.Kilometers of river frontage along the meandering Olifants river. Each freeholdstand is strategically situated for privacy and beauty. Come and play golf on thewild side. Have hippos grunting at you while you are walking along the fairway.This is a challenging 18 hole golf course designed by Robert Richardson.
Tel: 087 806 2066 Cell: 071 688 6808E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected]: www.kingfisherhill.co.za
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NKONYENI GOLF COURSENkonyeni is an excellent, Phil Jacobs designed, 18 hole golf course set in themost exquisite scenery. It is a new course that is full of character and offers achallenge to all levels of golf skill. Great care is taken in the condition and this isa must on any golfers play list.
Telephone: (+268) 602 6442 or (+268) 550 3546 Fax: (+268) 550 3548Cell: (+268) 602 6442 (+268) 602 4880Email: [email protected]: www.nkonyeni.com
READING COUNTRY CLUB“Reading Country Club” is located in Alberton, South of Johannesburg, andboasts an 18 Hole Golf Course set in a typical tree lined woodlands layout.The course measures 6500 metres in length and is rated as a Par 71, with waterfeatured on 10 of the 18 holes. Visitors are always welcome
Tel:(011) 907-8906 / 7 / 8 Fax: (011) 907-1370Pro Shop: (011) 907-3666E-mail: [email protected]: www.
RUSTENBURG GOLF CLUB
Nestling alongside the foothills of the Magaliesberg and situated among some ofthe largest and richest Platinum mines in the world, is Rustenburg golf club. Thisclub offers a layout and camaraderie few clubs can equal. The great condition isevidence of a great greenkeeper and his dedicated staff. With the new N4Platinum highway, the course is easily accessible from Pretoria and Johannesburg.
Tel: 014-5971814Email: [email protected]: www.golf.ifm2.com/Rustenburg
ORKNEY GOLF CLUB
The course at Orkney is laid out on the banks of the Vaal River and offers overallgood turf conditions, with narrow tree-lined fairways and well-bunkeredsurrounds. The greens have interesting undulations under bent grass. Ratednumber 50 of the top 100 golf courses countrywide by Golf Digest.
Tel: (018) 473 2329/2899Fax: (018) 473 2899Cell: 083 635 1648Emails: [email protected]: www.orkneygolfclub.co.za
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WESTERN CAPE
Royal Cape Golf ClubWynberg, Cape TownTel: +27 (0)21 - 761 6551Fax: +27 (0)21 - 797 5246Email: [email protected]: www.royalcapegolf.co.za
ClovellyClovelly Drive, Clovelly, Cape Town, Tel: +27 21 784 2111Fax: +27 21 782 6853Email: [email protected]: www.clovelly.co.za
Pearl Valley Golf EstatePaarl-FranschhoekTel:+27 21 867 8000 Fax: +27 21 867 0767 Email: [email protected]:www.pearlvalleygolfestates.com
Milnerton Golf ClubBridge Road, MilnertonCape Town Tel: +27 21 552 1047Fax: +27 21 551 5897Email: [email protected]: www.milnertongolfclub.co.za
Mowbray Golf ClubMowbray, Western CapeTel: +27 21 685 3018Fax: +27 21 686 6008Email: [email protected]: www.mowbraygolfclub.co.za
GARDEN ROUTE
KingswoodGeorge, Garden RouteWestern Cape Tel: +27 (0) 21 423 3850Email: [email protected]: www.kingswood.co.za
SimolaKnysna Garden RouteTel: +27 (0) 44 382 0944Email: [email protected]: www.simolaestate.co.za
PezulaKnysna Garden RouteTel: +27 (0)44 302 5301Fax: +27 (0)44 384 1277Email: [email protected]: www.pezula.com
FancourtGeorge, Western CapeTel: (+27 44) 804 0030Fax: (+27 44) 804 0740Email: [email protected]: http://www.fancourt.co.za
OubaaiHerolds Bay, Garden Route, South AfricaTel: (+27) 044 851 0131Fax: (+27) 044 851 0132E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.oubaai.co.za
EASTERN CAPE
Humewood Golf ClubPort ElizabethTel: +27 41 583-2137Fax: +27 41 583-1775Email: [email protected] Website: www.humewoodgolf.co.za
Port Elizabeth Golf ClubPort Elizabeth, South AfricaTel: +27 41 374 3140Fax: +27 41 374 3276Email: [email protected]: www.pegolf.co.za
Grahamstown Golf ClubGrahamstown, South AfricaTel: +27 46 636 1361Fax: +27 46 636 1361
Royal Port Alfred Golf ClubPort AlfredTel: +27 46 624 4796Fax: +27 46 624 4388Email: [email protected]
Fish River SunR72 between port Alfred/East LondonTel: +2740 676 1101Fax: +2740 676 1115Email:[email protected]: www.suninternational.com
St Francis LinksSt Francis BayTel: +27 42 200 4500Fax: +27 42 294 0749Email: [email protected]
Wedgewood ParkPort ElizabethTel: +27 (0) 41 373 1610Fax: +27 (0) 41 374 2801Email: [email protected]: www.wedgewoodvillage.com
NORTHERN CAPE
Upington Golf ClubUpingtonSouth AfricaTel: +27 54 338 0239Fax: +27 54 337 6699
Springbok Golf CourseDoornpoort, SpringbokTel : (027) 718-1109Fax : (027) 712-2192Email : [email protected]
Sishen Golf ClubKathuTel: +27 53 723 3288Fax: +27 53 723 1080Email: [email protected]: www.sishengolfclub.co.za
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Kimberley Golf ClubKamfersdam, KimberleyTel: (250) 427-4161Fax: (250) 427-3481Email:[email protected]
FREE STATE
Harrismith Golf ClubHarrismithTel: +27 (0) 58 623 0468Fax: +27 (0) 58 623 1070
Parys Golf ClubGholfeiland, ParysTel: +27 56 811 5618Fax: +27 56 817 2872
Sand River Golf ClubNanshan District, Shenzhen Tel: +86 0755 26900111Fax: +86 0755 26006118Email: [email protected]: www.srgc.cn
Oppenheimer Park Golf ClubWelkomTel: +27 57 353 2131 Fax: +27 57 353 4232Email: [email protected]
KWAZULU NATAL
Zimbali Country ClubUmhlaliTel: +27 32-5381041Fax: +27 32-5381040Email: [email protected]: www.zimbali.co.za
Princes GrantBallitoTel: +27 32 482 0002 Fax: +27 32 482 0013 Email: [email protected]: www.princesgrant.co.za
Beechwood Country ClubDurban Tel: +27 31 3131777Fax: +27 31 5636920Email: [email protected]
Durban Country ClubDurbanTel: +27 31 313 1777Fax: +27 31 313 1700Email: [email protected]
Mount EdgecombeMount EdgecombeTel: +27 31-53953301/1/2/3Fax: +27 31-5022396/031-5024934Email: [email protected]: www.mountedgecombe.com
San LameerSouth coastTel: +27 39-3135141Fax: + 27 39-3135144Email: [email protected]: www.sanlameer.co.za
Selborne PenningtonTel: +27 39-6881891Fax: +27 39-9753126Email: [email protected]: www.selborne.com
Wild Coast Sun Country ClubWild Coast, Port EdwardTel: +27 (0)39 305 2799Fax: +27 (0)39 305 2869Email: [email protected]
Champagne Sports ResortCentral DrakensbergTel: +27 36-4681088Fax: +27 36-4681072Email: [email protected]:www.champagnesportsresort.com
GAUTENG
DainfernChartwellTel : +27 11 875 0400Fax : +27 11 469 0100Email: [email protected]: www.dainfern.co.za
ModderfonteinModderfonteinTel: +27 (0)82 657 6434/ +27 (0)84 520 4633.Email: [email protected]:www.modderfonteingolfclub.co.za
WoodmeadWoodmeadTel: +27 11 202 1600Fax: +27 11 807 0592 E-mail: [email protected]: www.ccj.co.za
MaccauvleiViljoensdrift, VereenigingTel: +27 16 421 3196Fax: +27 16 421 7453
Wanderers Golf ClubIllovo, SandtonTel: +27 11 447 3311 /2/3 Fax: +27 11 447 1596Email: [email protected]: www.wanderersgolfclub.com
Parkview Golf ClubParkviewTel: +27 11 646 5400Fax: +27 11 646 2875Email: [email protected]: www.parkviewgolf.co.za
RandparkRandpark, RandburgTel: +27 11 215 - 8600Fax: +27 11 678 - 5619Email: [email protected]
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Roodepoort Country ClubRuimsig, RoodepoortTel: +27 11 958-1905Fax: +27 11 958-1202Email: [email protected] Website: www.roodepoortcc.co.za
BryanstonBryanstonTel: +27 11 706 1361Email: [email protected]: www.bryanstoncc.co.za
KyalamiKyalami, Midrand, GautengTel: +27 11 702 1610Fax: +27 11 468 1125Email: [email protected]: www.kyalamicountryclub.co.za
Royal J&K EastLinksfield NorthJohannesburgTel: +27 11 640 301Fax: +27 11 640 1489Email: [email protected]: www.royaljk.za.com
Pretoria Country ClubWaterkloof, PretoriaTel: +27 12 460-6241. Fax: +27 12 460-7107Email: [email protected] Website: www.ptacc.co.za
Silver Lakes Country ClubPretoriaTel: +27 12 809 2110Fax: +27 12 809 1119Email: [email protected]: www.silverlakes.co.za
NORTH WEST
PecanwoodBroederstroom, Brits Tel: +27 12 244 1904Fax: +27 12 244 1902
Email : [email protected]: www.pecanwood.co.zaLost CitySun City Resort ,Sun CityTel: +27 14 5573700 Fax: +27 14 5573426Email: [email protected]:www.suninternational.co.za/resorts/suncity
Orkney Golf ClubOrkneyTel: +27 18 478 3522 Fax: +27 18 473 2899 Fax: +27 18 473 2329Email: [email protected]: www.orkneygolfclub.co.za
Gary Player Sun City ResortTel: +27 14 557-1245Fax: + 27 11 780 7363Email: [email protected] www.garyplayer.com
LIMPOPO
ZebulaBela BelaTel: +27 14 734 7700Fax: +27 14 734 7701Email: [email protected]: www.zebula.co.za
ElementsModimolle (Nylstroom)Tel: +27 82 490 4735Fax: +27 (0) 11 806-6899Email: [email protected]
Koro CreekModimolle (Nylstroom)Tel: +27 14 717 1181Fax: +27 14 717 1186Email: [email protected]: www.korocreek.com
Louis TrichardtLouis Trichardt
Tel: +27 15 516 0991Fax: +27 15 516 2512Hans Merensky Golf EstatePhalaborwaTel: +27 15 781 3931Fax: +27 15 781 7740Email: [email protected]: www.hansmerensky.com
MPUMALANGA
NelspruitNelspruitTel: +27 13 744 0957Fax: +27 13 752 2188Email: [email protected]
Kruger Park LodgeHazyviewTel: +27 13 737 7021Fax: +27 13 737 7386Email: [email protected]
White River Country EstateWhite RiverTel: +27 13 751 3781Fax: +27 13 751 3781Email: [email protected] Website: www.wrce.co.za
Leopard CreekMpumalanga, Lowveld, MalelaneTel: +27 13 791 2000Fax: +27 13 790 3334Email: [email protected]: www.leopardcreek.co.za
GracelandSecundaTel: +27 17 620 1188Fax: +27 17 620 1488Email: [email protected]: www.graceland.co.za
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BUSHMAN SANDSThe 4-star Bushman Sands Hotel is a delightful blend of rich heritage andmodern luxury. The Hotel comprises of 39 bedrooms around a pool areaoverlooking the Gary Player designed Bushman Sands Golf Course.
There is a choice of Standard rooms, Luxury rooms and Junior suites - eachtastefully decorated with locally produced furniture and original art and linked tothe main hotel building by walkways lit by Victorian lampposts.
Tel: 042 231 8000 / 042 231 8001Email: [email protected]: www. riverhotels.co.za
RIO HOTEL CASINO CONVENTION RESORTIn Klerksdorp, Rio Resort spoils golfers with a choice of three fine local courses.The 46th ranked championship course at the Orkney Golf Club presents a goodtest; it is a tree-linked parkland course with many holes running parallel to theVaal River, with additional water features and 31 bunkers in all.
Also nearby, and well worth a round or more, is the Stilfontein Golf Course andKlerksdorp Golf Course, offering a stunning setting. Accommodation is at the 3-star Peermont Metcourt Hotel at Rio, where you will also find the great drinkingand dining facilities, with state of the art entertainment and great gaming action.
Tel: +27 (0) 11 557 0557Direct Fax: 086 556 8310Email: [email protected]
SABI RIVERSabi River Sun is situated on the banks of the tranquil Sabie River, surroundedby the scenic splendour of the Lowveld.
On site facilities include an 18 hole golf course, five swimming pools; threefloodlit tennis courts; a bowling green, squash court, volleyball and jogging trail.
For the less energetic, there are nature walks, bird watching, sightings ofresident crocodiles or hippos, sightseeing tours, or just relaxing next to the river.
Located close to the world-famous Kruger National Park; Bourke's LuckPotholes; God's Window; the Blyde River Canyon and Pilgrim's Rest
Tel: Tel: +27 (0)13 737 7311Fax: +27 (0)13 737 7314Email: [email protected]: www.southernsun.com
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RIVERSIDE HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRESituated on the banks of the Vaal River, the hotel looks out onto lush, landscapedgardens sloping down to the riverfront, creating a haven of tranquility. Designed withcomfort and quality in mind, rooms are tastefully decorated with private bathroom,wifi, DSTV, air-conditioning, telephone with voicemail, and tea/coffee making facilities.The Riverview restaurant which overlooks the lawns, has a live action buffet menuwhich is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Riverside hotel has an enviablerange of venues for Conferences, team-building, banquets and a range of sportingactivitiesTel: 016 932 1111 Fax: 086 630 2163E-Mail: [email protected] GPS: S 26 44 82 E 27 49 69 Web Link: https://www.southernsun.comSSH/VHB/25383cf8de46a010VgnVCM100000650114acRCRD/78/53
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SELKIRKLuxury en-suite air-conditioned bedrooms equipped with flatscreen TV, privatesafe, tea & coffee tray, honesty bar, DSTV and a hair dryer. Internet facilities;wine cellar; library, meals on request. There is a splash pool on the braai deckand a roof terrace with 360 degree views. The bar lounge offers in- and outdoorseating, sea and mountain views, a large plasma screen TV and full bar facilities.
This fully automated, thoroughly contemporary home caters to the discerningguest's every need. Blond granite tiles throughout the house and huge glasssliding doors opening onto stone and wooden terraces work together to give theguesthouse a feel of spaciousness, while the white American blinds in all therooms ensure cool privacy. The décor is relaxed and modern, the walls hung withcolourful contemporary art.Spacious double bedrooms, each with a private terrace. Luxurious en-suitebathrooms with heated towel railings and his and her wash basins and CharlotteRhys toiletries.
Tel: 028 3124892 / 028 3124387 / 076 5874753Email: [email protected] Website: www.selkirkhouse.co.za
SHEPPARDComfort and personal service is assured at this secure and exclusiveestablishment, offering superb dining, stunning views, luxurious en-suite roomsand lounge areas boasting fine finishes, manicured gardens & a private pool areaGuests may dine in our intimate dining area over looking Nelspruit or largergroups may enjoy the stylish sophistication of our formal dining room.
Accommodation is offered in twenty superbly appointed suites that will satisfythe most discerning of tastes. As you step into one of our bedrooms you will feel awonderful sense of peace and luxury. The en-suite bedrooms boast fine finishesand impeccable attention to detail, in a lush garden setting. Neutral, earthy tonesare complemented by stylish original paintings and objects d'art, ensuringtranquillity and comfort.
Tel : +27 (0) 13 752 3394 Fax: +27 (0) 13 755 2144E-mail : [email protected] [email protected]: www.sheppardboutique.co.za
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18th Golf VillaKnysnaTel: +27 21 9140966Cell: +27 82 579 8811Fax: +27 21 9140966 Website: www.prideofplaces.co.za
African DreamsCamps Bay, Cape TownTel: +27 (0) 21 438 0901Fax: +27 (0) 21 438 0902Email: [email protected] Website:www.campsbayguesthouse.co.za/camps-bay-cape-town.php
NH The Lord Charles HotelSomerset WestTel: +27 (0)21 855 1040Fax: +27 (0)21 855 1107E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.nh-hotels.co.za
Protea Hotel King GeorgeGeorgeTel: +27 (0)44 874 7659Fax: +27 (0)44 874 7664Email: [email protected]: www.phkinggeorge.co.za
SW1 Luxury Guest Retreat and Boutique SpaSomerset WestTel: +27 (0)21 855 4017Mobile: +27 (0)71 391 1490Fax: +27 (0)21 855 4017 Email: [email protected]
EASTERN CAPE
Blu be Guest SuitesNelson Mandela, Port ElizabethTel: +27 (0)41 503 7700Fax: +27 (0)86 664 2336Email: [email protected] Website: www.blu-be.com
Cape St Francis ResortSt Francis BayTel: +27 (0)42 298 0054Fax: +27 (0)42 298 0054Email: [email protected] Website: www.capestfrancis.co.za
Paxton Hotel Nelson Mandela, Port ElizabethTel: +27 (0)41 585 9655Fax: +27 (0)41 585 9640E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.paxton.co.za
St Francis Bay LodgeSt Francis BayTel: +27 (0)44 874 7659Fax: +27 (0)44 874 7664Email: [email protected]:www.phkinggeorge.co.za
Tranquility LodgeTsitsikamma Tel: +27 (0)44 531 6663 Fax: +27 (0)44 531 6879 Email: [email protected]: www.tranquilitylodge.co.za
NORTHERN CAPE
Daisy Country LodgeNamaqualand, SpringbokTel: +27 (0)27 712 3335/7Fax: +27 (0)27 712 3415Email: [email protected] Website: www.daisylodge.co.za
Hadison Park Guest HouseFrances Baard, KimberleyTel: +27 (0)53 861 5929Fax: +27 (0)53 861 5929 Email: [email protected] Website:www.hadisonpark.kimberley.co.za
FREE STATE
Agape Guest HouseWelkomTel: +27 (0)57 352 2549Fax: +27 (0)57 352 2549Email: [email protected] Website:www.accommodationinwelkom.co.za
Bounty Guest HouseBloemfonteinTel: +27 (0)51 436 6299 Fax: +27 (0)51 436 6299 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bountyhouse.co.za
El ShammahParysTel: +27 (0)72 318 9950Tel: +27 (0)56 818 1577Email: [email protected]
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African Sensations Lodge & Spa -Durban CentralTel: +27 (0)31 207 5564 Fax: +27 (0)31 207 5565Email:[email protected]: www.africansentations.co.za
The Golf HouseNorth Coast, Prince's GrantTel: +27 (0)32 482 0079Fax: +27 (0)86 611 4920 Email: [email protected] Website: www.thegolfhouse.co.za
Sani Pass HotelDrakensbergTel: +27 (0)33 702 1320Fax: +27 (0)033 702 0220 Email:[email protected] Website: www.sanipasshotel.co.za
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Zimbali Guest HouseNorth Coast, Ballito Tel: +27 (0)83 267 2204Fax: +27 (0)86 528 9076Email: [email protected] Website: www.zimbalihouse.co.za
GAUTENG
Africa Centre Airport Leisure HotelBenoniTel: +27 (0)11 894 4857Cell: +27 (0)72 282 6639Fax: +27 (0)86 600 0383 Website: www.africacentrelodge.co.za
African Moon Corporate HouseKempton ParkTel: +27 (0) 11 391 8776Fax: +27 (0) 86 514 1282Email: [email protected] Website: www.africanmoon.co.za
Intundla Game LodgePretoria (City of Tshwane) Tel: +27 (0)12 735 1510Fax: +27 (0)86 646 4300E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.intundla.co.za
Leriba LodgeCenturionTel: +27 (0)12 660 3300Fax: +27 (0)12 660 2433Email: [email protected]: www.leriba.co.za
Riviera on Vaal(Sedibeng), Vereeniging Tel: +27 (0)861 967 485Fax: +27 (0)86 606 8856 Email: [email protected] Website: www.rivieraonvaal.co.za
NORTH WEST PROVINCE
The Dragon Fly HouseBojanala, KosmosTel: +27 (0)84 470 2242Website:www.sacountryaccommodation.co.za
Akwaaba LodgeBojanala, RustenbergTel: +27 (0)14 592 5321Cell: +27 (0)76 731 3099Email:[email protected] Website: www.akwaabalodge.co.za
Bullen's Bush LodgeBojanala, BritsTel: +27 (0)82 809 5167Fax: +27 (0)12 258 0205 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bullensbush.co.za
Jeannelies Guest HouseBojanala, BritsTel: +27 (0)82 775 1268Tel: +27 (0)82 561 8021Email: [email protected] Website: www.jeannelies.co.za
La Dolce Vita Guest HouseBojanala, HartbeespoortTel: +27 (0)12 253 5949Cell: +27 (0)076 311 7644Email:[email protected]:www.ladolcevitaguesthouse.co.za
LIMPOPO
A Villa PalmeiraBushveld, Bela - Bela Tel: +27 (0)14 736 2558 Fax: +27 (0)86 511 3012Email: [email protected]: www.villapalmeira.co.za
Bivack Game LodgeBushveld, Bela - Bela Tel: +27 (0)15 575 1499Fax: +27 (0)78 460 6086 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bivack.com
Mabulani Game Farm Bushveld, Bela - Bela Tel: +27 (0)82 450 7105Tel: +27 (0)83 255 5069 Email:[email protected] Website: www.mabulani.co.za
Sefapane Lodge & Safaris Valley of the Elephants, Phalaborwa Tel: +27 (0)15 780 6700Fax: +27 (0)15 780 6711Email: [email protected] Website: www.sefapane.co.za
MPUMALANGA
Buhala Game LodgeLowveld, MalelaneTel: +27 (0)13 792 4372Fax: +27 (0)13 792 4306Email: [email protected] Website: www.buhala.co.za
Floreat Riverside LodgeLowveld, SabiTel: +27 (0)13 764 2161Fax: +27 (0)13 764 2162 Email: [email protected] Website: www.floreat.co.za
Jatinga Country LodgeLowveld, White RiverTel: +27 (0)87 751 4363Fax: +27 (0)86 635 9788Email: [email protected] Website: www.jatinga.co.za
Oliver's Restaurant & LodgeLowveld, White RiverTel: +27 (0)13 750 0479Fax: +27 (0)13 751 5555Email: [email protected]: www.olivers.co.za
The Valley View LodgeLowveld, SabiTel: +27 (0)76 901 9858Email: [email protected] Website: www.valleyviewlodge.co.za
