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Guvon Hotels & Spas is a leading hospitality

group offering a collection of hotels in Gauteng,

Northwest and Mpumalanga. All properties offer

excellent accommodation, conference, team

building and wedding facilities. Kloofzicht Lodge &

Spa, Glenburn Lodge, Bush Willow Tented Camp

and Chicama Spa are in Muldersdrift, in the

Cradle of Humankind. Askari Game Lodge & Spa,

a Big 5 game reserve, is in Magaliesberg, while

Umbhaba Lodge is situated in Hazyview. The

Fairway Hotel & Golf Resort (Randpark Golf

Club), and All Suite On 14th (Fairlands) add city

retreats to our country collection of properties.

Mission & vision: We believe in creating niche

products in prime locations and places of

outstanding beauty. We strive to become known

for our innovation, constant improvement and

sustained passion for the hospitality industry

through the dedicated effort of our dynamic team.

Maia Luxury Resort & Spa

Maia Luxury Resort & Spa provides a unique

tropical island experience for visitors to the

Seychelles, making this one of the most

singular properties within the Tsogo

Sunportfolio. The resort lies on a private

peninsula within the island of Mahé, surrounded

by the idyllic Anse Louis on one side and the

warm Indian Ocean on the other side. Gentle

breezes, blue skies and a blissful surrounds are

just the beginning of your experience, as you

will soon discover.

Maia takes its name from Greco-Roman

mythology, honouring the most beautiful of

Atlas' seven daughters. It was this daughter

who was also the goddess of spring –

symbolising rejuvenation at its most

spectacular. And as visitors quickly realise, this

name could not be more perfect for a resort

designed solely on rejuvenation of the senses.

Seychelles Luxury Accommodation Features

With two villa options to suit the personal needs

and requirements of each guest, this Seychelles

luxury accommodation comprises of Maia

Ocean Panoramic and Maia Signature Villa.

The resort is set on a magnificent 30 acre

award-winning tropical garden, setting the

perfect backdrop for a memorable island

escape.

Here you can indulge your senses with spa

treatments, yoga and many other revitalising

activities, enjoy the finest cuisine inspired by

Creole, French, Asian and Mediterranean

influences at the outstanding Tec-Tec

Restaurant, relax at the Sunset Pool Bar as

you sample fine vintages from a large wine

cellar and even take advantage of

personalised additional services such as

private chef, personal butler services, beach

picnics and many other tailored treats.

Younger guests are equally pampered, with a

special VIK (Very Important Kids) programme

that provides child-friendly activities, menus

and facilities.

At Maia Luxury Resort & Spa, paradise is not

just found – it is infused into your very being.

Johannesburg – South Africa

Riverstone Lodge lies sheltered from the big city

hassles of Johannesburg, in Muldersdrift, on the

outskirts of the ‘Cradle of Humankind’, and easily

accessible from the Krugersdorp to Pretoria highway. It

is also just a stone’s throw from Lanseria airport.

Riverstone Lodge offers 51 rooms, including 1

Honeymoon Suite with its own private splashpool, 1

wheelchair friendly Family Suite, 37 Standard Suites

opening on to the gardens and swimming pool and 12

Executive Suites with private balconies overlooking the

river.

Facilities include a restaurant serving buffet and a la

carte, 3 world class function venues and ‘Little Feet’ – a

children’s playground and party venue. Riverstone is the

perfect venue for your office party, product launch,

conference, birthday celebration, wedding or any other

occasion.

Functions are made all the more memorable by our

experienced staff that will take care of everything,

leaving you free to enjoy your celebration as much as

your guests. For private functions, the Okavango, Savuti

and Savannah rooms are perfect venues to host

between 40 -160 guests. For any special event – be

assured that, whatever the occasion, we have the

expertise, experience and enthusiasm to ensure its

success!

www.riverstonelodge.co.za

reservations@riverstonelodge.co.za

Tel: +27 (0)11 668 3111

Castelo do Mar is situated on the water's edge at

Linga-Linga, the tiny peninsula that juts into the

Inhambane Bay, Mozambique. Our warm

Mozambiquen hospitality ensures that guests enjoy

relaxing Mozambique Accommodation with 18

elegant rooms, luxuriously decorated and air-

conditioned with en-suite bathrooms. Activities like

Fishing, deep sea Fishing, Diving, Snorkeling,

Canoeing, Relaxing in our stocked library, or having

fun in our games room. Our rates are inclusive of 3

meals per day and our guests are treated to

exquisite meals in our Portugese restaurant. Indulge

in our pristine accommodation with en-suite

bedrooms, lazily choose between our activities on

offer. Our beachfront lodge in Mozambique is the

perfect spot for carefree Family Holidays, Corporate events, Fishing, Honeymoons and Getaways

Fishing off the coast of Inhamabane provides

some of the best fishing in Mozambique. We

offer tailor made packages to fish with Springbok

fisherman Neil Gouws who heads up our fishing

division. Neil is recognised as one of the top

angles in the whole of South Africa. Castelo do

Mar is fully equipped for even the most

experienced fisherman and gear includes 2 x 28ft

Nova Cats powered by 2 x 150 hp Suzuki 4

Stroke outboards and fully rigged to suit the most

serious angler including well maintained

communication systems, fish finders, GPS and

radar, Penn International Marlin reels, out

riggers, down riggers, fighting chair, rods, lures

and live bait.

Diving in Mozambique can be an extraordinary

experience! It's well known that some of the best

dive sports in the world are in Mozambique. Whilst

Humpback Whale sightings are seasonal, Whale

Sharks, Manta Rays, Turtles and Dolphins can be

seen all year around. One can see Dolphins

breaking the surface alongside boats, passing the

front of the lodge in the Bay, or coming up

playfully when diving or snorkelling.

Humpback Whales - migrate annually from

Antarctica to the warm waters close to the equator

where they give birth and breed and are normally

seen from June to October (most likely in August).

Accommodation at Castelo do Mar consists of 3 different

styles of rooms, each to suit individual taste and budget.

• 8 x Beach front Deluxe Rooms including a family room and

honeymoon suite

• 6 x Castle Rooms, these are in the main building with

shower /WC .popular with fishing groups.

• 4 x Manor House

Rooms with dining

area, lounge and

veranda leading onto

lawn and beach

Tau is a South African luxury safari

lodge situated on the far northern border of

South Africa, in malaria-free Madikwe Game

Reserve, the 4th largest game reserve in the

country.

27 major species of game roam this South

African nature reserve, making Tau Game

Lodge the ideal place for a safari holiday,

offering Big 5 game safaris and bird-watching

safaris.

Privately owned Tau Game Lodge, situated in

the North West Province, can accommodate up

to 60 people and offers an ideal South

African conference venue as well as an idyllic

wedding venue overlooking a natural waterhole.

Enjoy an authentic South African safari

vacation in the midst of natural wildlife,

complete with great game viewing and luxury

private facilities, at our South Africa luxury

safari lodge

Our luxury South African safari lodge was

designed to reflect the natural surroundings and

makes use of the natural resources wherever

possible.

Privately-owned Tau Game Lodge was built in

1995 and overlooks a vast natural waterhole,

which attracts a variety of game, as does the

diverse vegetation which thrives in the fertile

topsoil.

The main body of the Lodge is two-leveled and

has a comfortable lounge, a conference room,

bar and dining room which are semi open-air

and overlook the waterhole. Delicious buffet

breakfasts and lunches are generally served in

the main building or on the verandah next to the

plunge pool and dinner is served in one of the

cosy boma's under the stars, or in the lapa next

to the main lodge.

Carnival City – where the fun won’t stop this April!

Make Sun International’s Carnival City your holiday destination this

April break. It’s the one place where the fun never stops, where the

lights never go out and where you can eat, play and be entertained

morning, noon and night.

There is something for everyone. Lazer Zone, the Magic Company

Arcade and its recently upgraded ten pin bowling area are all

endless sources of amusement, along with the putt-putt course,

simulated Grand Prix circuit and theme park for the little ones

outside.

Those seeking a more undemanding way to unwind can catch a

movie at the Carnival City Ster-Kinekor, with the latest family-

friendly offerings including Home in 3D, Cinderella and Strikdas.

Slots enthusiasts, on the other hand, stand a chance to win a share

of R5-million in cash and free play prizes in the national SunSlots

promotion by pitting their skills against other players at 11 other Sun

International casinos.

SunSlots is a fast-paced tournament with thrilling weekly qualifying

heats at Carnival City where the top five scorers on each day will

compete in the weekly semi-finals on Sundays. To register, visit the

cash desk on tournament days and buy in. Qualifying heats take

place weekly until 2 May.

There are two buy-in categories: a R100 buy-in, with tournaments

taking place between 7pm and 9pm Mondays to Fridays, and

between 2pm and 8pm on Saturdays, and a R1,000 buy-in, with

heats taking place between 7:15pm and 9:15pm on Tuesdays and

Thursdays. The finals will be held at Sun City on 9 May.

Yet another offering on the menu – one that busy moms might want

to take up – is a little indulgence at the Precious Rubies Spa and

Beauty Salon at the Carnival Club Hotel. Flexible treatment

packages are available for couples, small groups and kiddies

between 9am and 7pm seven days a week.

With all this and more, it is not surprising that Carnival City was

recently awarded two Diamond Arrow Awards by Professional

Management Review following a research process in which

companies and institutions are rated based on respondents’

perceptions, with a strong focus on customer service and

satisfaction and good corporate citizenship.

Experience the splendour of Africa in the heart of

Gauteng!

The Cradle of Humankind is home to the 4-star

rated Misty Hills Country Hotel, Conference Centre

and Spa. Nestled in the foothills of the Swartkop

Mountains on the threshold of the beautiful

Kromdraai Valley in Muldersdrift, Misty Hills is one

of the most popular hotel and conference venues

in Gauteng.

Part of the Recreation Africa Group, and affiliated

to the renowned Warwick International Group of

hotels, this charming stone-built complex

embodies the ethos of Africa. Set in more than 60

acres of lush botanical gardens, Misty Hills is the

ideal venue for functions, weddings, conferences

and exhibitions.

Where luxury, tranquillity and hospitality meet

Accommodation at Misty Hills is the last word in

comfort and elegance. Each of our 199 stone-built

thatched rooms and suites is furnished to

complement the indigenous surroundings and

lavishly decorated with brightly coloured African

fabrics, artworks and handmade furniture. Our Royal

and Presidential suites each

have enclosed walled-in gardens and plunge pools,

offering the discerning guest total privacy, luxury

and exclusivity. The property boasts the world-

famous Carnivore Restaurant, where diners can

feast on up to 10 different types of game meats.

Also on site is the exquisitely appointed Spa in the

Country, which has been consistently voted one of

the top five spas in South Africa and offers a variety

of spa packages for larger groups as well as

individuals.

Be inspired by the spirit of Africa!

There are any number of cost-effective conference

venues and hotels in and around Johannesburg, but

none which offer the facilities, charm and character

of Misty Hills. Contact us today and discover why

Misty Hills is known both locally and internationally

as South Africa's Hotel and Conference Centre of

choice

iSimangaliso hippos

The iSimangaliso Wetland Park was listed as South

Africa’s first World Heritage Site in December 1999 in

recognition of its superlative natural beauty and unique

global values.

The 332 000 hectare Park contains three major lake

systems, eight interlinking ecosystems, 700 year old

fishing traditions, most of South Africa’s remaining swamp

forests, Africa’s largest estuarine system, 526 bird

species and 25 000 year-old coastal dunes – among the

highest in the world. The name iSimangaliso means

miracle and wonder, which aptly describes this unique

place.

iSimangaliso Kosi Bay

Come and experience the diverse experiences in the 10

jewels that make up the iSimangaliso Wetland Park.

Enjoy the endless beaches that stretch 220 kilometers

from Maphelane in the south to Kosi Bay on the

Mozambique border, view game on self-guided or guided

trails and routes on the foothills of the Lubombo

mountains in uMkhuze or in the coastal forests and rolling

grasslands of Lake St Lucia’s Eastern Shores. See the

spectacular coral reefs and colourful underwater life whilst

diving or snorkeling or embark on adventures ranging

from kayak trips to horse rides.

Whale watching

iSimangaliso whale watching

The majority of sightings of whale in KwaZulu-Natal are

South Hemisphere Humpback whales (Megaptera

novaeangliae) , which tend to be more spectacular and

lively with thier regular breaching than the Southern Right

whales.

iSimangaliso whale underwater

These whales pass along the KZN coast annually on a

migration route between their summer polar feeding

grounds in the Antarctic to the tropical and sub-tropical

coastal waters of Northern Mozambique and Madagascar

where they breed in the winter. The coastal waters off

South America, Australia, New Zealand and the islands of

the south-western Pacific Ocean are other breeding

grounds for these marine mammals.

Head Office

iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority The Dredger Harbour

Private Bag X05 St Lucia 3936

Tel: +27 35 590 1633

Fax: +27 35 590 1602

www.isimangaliso.com

www.visitmaldives.com/en

Maldives has deep blue seas, turquoise reefs, white sandy beaches and palm trees. It

is also a place full of character, where its people have long spent their days

languishing in the very essence of idyll living. While it is the perfect place to sit on a

beach and watch a sunset with a cocktail balanced on your hand, it is also a

geographical marvel, knowing that there are thousands of fish swimming around the

vivid corals just a few feet away from where you sit

Welcome to the Maldives, where sands are white as the smiles of the locals, where

fish swim happily in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, where the weather is a

dream, and the deep rays of the sun wait to engulf you their arms.

In ancient times, the shores of the Maldives welcomed lost travellers. Still welcoming,

these shores remain, providing a tranquil haven for visitors.

In horizon of the vast Indian Ocean grow green palms

This is my homeland, this is the Maldives

From the clear blue seas, we grow like pearls, This is my homeland, this is the Maldives

Pure, hassle-free luxury in lush, natural surroundings, that’s the essence of Baros Maldives. It’s a small tropical island ringed by a reef vibrant with marine life and encircled by a golden beach, with 45 thatched villas nestled among swaying palms and 30 water villas poised over a translucent lagoon. Created from timber and sandstone, each villa has a king size bed and décor of elegance, with en-suite bathroom in a garden courtyard or with a panoramic lagoon view. Eleven have their own beachside plunge pool, all have enviable seclusion enabling guests to indulge in sheer relaxation. Perfectly private, the villas at Baros Maldives are natural for the romantic couple, the incognito celebrity, the harassed executive and guests yearning to break free from stress. Guests feel free at Baros Maldives, indulging in relaxed chic, intimate moments, and enjoying the lush unspoiled environment. With three gourmet restaurants, a palm grove bar and an intimate cocktail lounge, Baros Maldives also has discreet, knowledgeable staff who respect guests as individuals and are always on hand. They can arrange excursions, organise a romantic sandbank dinner, a lagoon cruise by local dhoni, an eco-friendly diving or snorkelling safari. The Spa features the finest botanical therapies as well as yoga to rejuvenate the spirit as well as the body. Baros Maldives is an award-winning resort exclusive to resident guests, just 25 minutes by speedboat from Male’ International Airport. No small children, no motorised vehicles, no annoying noises disrupt the serene tranquillity of this lavish tropical paradise.

Baros Maldives: Tel. +960 664 26 72, info@baros.com;

www.baros.com

The islands of Maldives appear in-between the trading route of the Indian Ocean. Thus settlers, and visitors

from neighbouring regions and around the world have come in contact with the islands for as long as history

has been recorded. Such is the to-and-fro flow of people and their cultures, that a marked effect has been

left in the Maldivian people, the language, beliefs, arts, and attitudes.

The looks of the Maldivian people may differ from one atoll to the other, attributing to the genes passed on by

South and Southeast Asians, Africans, and Arabians. The language, Dhivehi, differs in dialect in some

regions in the south of Maldives, possibly due to the secluded nature and subsistent ways of island life.

Maldivian beliefs have been very much based around religion and superstition, often used together in

matters of significance but given separate positions in society. In matters of faith, Islam dominates, but

influence of the supernatural still continues to play a major role in most island communities, possibly giving

credit to the folklores and Buddhist traditions of the islands’ first settlers before conversion to Islam in 1153

AD.

The mixing of cultures is very much seen in Maldivian arts. The music played with the local bodu-beru (big-

drum) resemble that of African drumming. The dhoni (a unique Maldivian sailboat) is an art form itself built

with skilled craftsmanship, with significant similarities to the Arabian dows. The fine artistry of Maldivians,

seen in the intricate details on wooden beams in antique mosques, represents what we have gained from

Southeast Asian architecture. Then there is the undefined: the distinct geometric designs used in mats

woven from local materials, the embroidered neckline of women’s traditional dresses and their ornaments

too, expose another story brought in from an unknown culture that has seeped in to Maldivian society.

Maldivians are quite open to adaptation and are generally welcoming to outside inspiration. The culture has

always continued to evolve with the times. Locals still eat fish and fishermen still spend days out at sea, but

tourism now takes a standing prominence. Most Maldivians still want to believe in upholding unity and

oneness in faith, but recent waves of reform in the country have created a whole new culture of new ideas

and attitudes. The effects of the modern world are now embraced, while still striving to uphold the people’s

identity, traditions and beliefs.

Diving Maldives

The warm seas of Maldives have high visibility throughout the year, with water clear enough to see the

passing fish as far as fifty meters away at times. Over a thousand species of fish and other underwater

creatures inhabit the Maldivian waters.

Water sports

In a place that is more sea than land, there is no end to the fun things you do in the water. Maldivians swim for

recreation, they play water polo with their friends at weekend picnics, they surf addictively.

Excursions

The best way to experience the life of an ordinary Maldivian is to travel to an inhabited island. Some of these

islands are slightly more modern: with brightly painted house walls and harbour areas.

The Maldives Honeymoon

If a honeymoon is meant to be a celebration of love in an intimate, secluded, and most importantly, beautiful

setting, then the Maldives is the world’s best backdrop for all these things.

Spa and wellness

Just lying on a deserted beach of a Maldivian island, taking in nothing but the continuous rhythm of the waves,

the sea salt in the air and feeling the soft white sand on your bare feet is enough to sooth your senses.

Relax and unwind

The Maldives is considered by many to be the premier tropical beach destination in the world and the best

place to relax and unwind from the hectic and chaotic lifestyle of the modern world.

Seaplane Photo Flights

Seaplane photo flight offers you the sightseeing sensation that gives you the opportunity of a life time. Enjoy

your unparalleled Maldives holiday experience from the sky

The term "Mirihi" refers to the small exquisite yellow flowers found

around this beautiful island. According to local folklore, the flowers can

be used to "take away the poison". With only 36 villas, Mirihi is

meanwhile one of the smallest islands available in the Maldives.

Mirihi Island Resort is located on a secluded tropical island in the South

Ari Atoll, approximately 85 kilometres south of the capital Male'. A

picturesque and breath-taking 30 minute seaplane ride from Male will

bring the guests here. This emerald gem is just 350 meters long and 50

meters wide with a sparkling palm-fringed beach of fine white sand.

The guests can walk barefoot if they choose, this is as close to nature

as they can get.

Blessed with white talc beaches, turquoise blue waters and one of the

most amazing house-reefs, it is truly a vision of paradise on earth.

6 tastefully appointed Beach Villas (53sqm) are spread over the island

and offer an oversized open-air bathroom with a luxurious fresh water

shower as well as direct access to the beach.

The 30 tastefully appointed Water Villas (53sqm) are built on stilts over

the blue lagoon offering steps from the balcony for direct access to the

Ocean, as well as a fresh water shower at the staircase.

All Villas are equally designed, featuring designer furnishing, polished

wooden floors, king size or twin beds, air conditioning, ceiling fan,

sitting area with CD stereo system, iPod connector and fully stocked

minibar, Nespresso machine, IDD telephone, personal safe and free

WiFi.

From sumptuous buffets in ‘Dhonveli’ Restaurant and fine dining in the

overwater restaurant ‘Muraka’ with an award-winning wine list; to

intimate private dining on the beach or on our very own private yacht

‘Thari’ – Mirihi offers a wide variety of superb cuisine to satisfy every

appetite and occasion.

Although the main reason for coming to Mirihi is undoubtedly to kick off

the shoes and do absolutely nothing but relax and revel in natures

delights, there are a host of other activities on offer for you to try,

should the need arise to lift your head from the peaceful slumber of our

many hammocks ...

Diving is a priority for many guests and Mirihi can cater to all levels of

divers, from first timers wishing to learn the basics to the experienced

diver wanting to fine-tune their techniques. With over 40 dive sites and

a multilingual team, every guest is assured a most personal service.

If the guests feel like being more active, they may take one of the

ocean kayaks and paddle around the island. On windy days, Mirihi

offers a complete range of windsurf gear available, suiting everyone

from beginner to expert. The use of the water sports equipment is

available complimentary to all guests.

If the guests look for relaxation and pampering, Duniye Spa is the

place to go. Trained therapists know how to relieve the stress from the

body and relax the muscles.

www.mirihi.com info@mirihi.com

Mirihi Island Resort South Ari Atoll, Republic of Maldives

Tel: +960 668 0500 Fax: +960 668 0501

KwaZulu-Natal enjoys a warm sub-tropical climate for most of the year.

However, summers are very hot and humid. Winters in inland areas are

clear and cool, and cold in areas of high altitude such as the

Drakensberg. These mountains frequently have snowfalls during the

winter months also.

Natal Sharks board

This research institute is dedicated to studying sharks, specifically in

relation to their danger to humans. There are audiovisual presentations

and shark dissections at 9am and 2pm Tuesday, Wednesday and

Thursday. The public can accompany Sharks Board personnel on their

boat trips from Durban.

Hluhluwe Horse Safaris

Horse riding is a wonderful way to see wildlife; these rides are in the

False Bay region. You may spot antelope species, as well as other

animals. A second option heads to Falaza Game reserve where you can

see rhino, buffalo and giraffe (a two-hour ride per person is R450) It

operates out of Hluhluwe River Lodge.

Durban City Sightseeing Tour

Experience Durban, a city of contrasts on the Durban City Sightseeing

Tour. Shaped by the early Colonial settlers, see the city has developed

from the indigenous Zulu population and the Indians who arrived as

indentured laborers in the 19th Century.

Travel along the 'Golden Mile' beachfront towards the harbor entrance

where you can see anything from sari clad Indian ladies walking on the

sand to traditional healers collecting bottles of seawater to use as muti

(medicine).

Continue past Durban City Hall and learn about its humorous history,

before visiting the Phansi Museum, home to a collection of South African

artifacts and traditions. See beadworks, headrests, Zulu Clay Pots and

various other treasures as you browse the museum with your expert

guide.

See Durban's Botanic Gardens, founded in 1849, where you'll find a mix

of African, Asian and American trees. Throughout the tour your expert

guide will introduce you to the rich Indian history of Durban, and you'll

have the opportunity to enjoy a taste of the unique 'Bunny Chow' cuisine

before your tour concludes.

Umgeni Steam Railway

The Umgeni Steam Railway operates out of the old Kloof station (now

home of the Stoker’s Arms Tavern). The 1000 Hills choo-choo service

departs on the first and last Sunday of every month at 8.45am and

12.30pm, and huffs and puffs its way through the area for about an hour.

Since 1989 Al Pescatore, Italian and Seafood Restaurant in

Ballito, North Coast, have enjoyed the pleasant seafood-

ballito-staff-alpescatoreexperience of our patrons and wish to

do so for many years to come. Al Pescatore, Italian and

Seafood Restaurant in Ballito, North Coast, offer a unique

culinary experience with the owner designing original specials

each and every day. What more can one ask for than a

breathtaking view of the ever-changing Indian ocean, the

finest food and a delightful team that is at your service. Al

Pescatore, Italian and Seafood Restaurant in Ballito, North

Coast, boasts many awards for these reasons.

Oldest Italian and Seafood Restaurant

Al Pescatore, Italian and Seafood Restaurant in Ballito, is one

of the oldest and still one of the most popular restaurants on

the North Coast. The secret to their success, Al Pescatore

owner Trevor Wolf believes, is the fact that they have been

willing to change with the times. Having been in the area for

23 years, Trevor and his wife Jenny have delighted the taste-

buds of roughly three generations of locals and

holidaymakers. Al Pescatore, Italian and Seafood Restaurant

in Ballito, North Coast, started out in the Boulevard Centre in

1989 as an Italian Trattoria. But because of the change in the

market, the restaurant has evolved into more of a

Mediterranean / seafood restaurant.

And, as the market has demanded it, Al Pescatore has kept

on changing.

About 11 years ago Trevor moved the restaurant to the beach

– overlooking Clark Bay. Then he erected a wooden deck

outside the restaurant where patrons may enjoy a relaxed

meal while watching the surfers and dolphins play in the

beautiful Indian Ocean. “We have still retained the romantic,

stylish feel inside the restaurant, but now we can also cater

for a more casual crowd who want to come in for a light

afternoon lunch in their shorts and slops", says Trevor. Visit

Al Pescatore, Italian and Seafood Restaurant in Ballito, North

Coast, for an unforgettable experience!

Al Pescatore Italian Seafood Restaurant

14 Edward Place On the beach

South Africa Ballito, KZN

Tel: (032) 946-3574

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban

Situated on the spectacular Durban beachfront, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is undoubtedly

the brightest star on the Golden Mile. The city’s finest beaches lie metres away, from the long

boardwalk and many other local attractions. While leisure travellers favour the hotel for its location,

family-friendly facilities and attention to detail, business travellers will also find plenty to add to their

comfort at this stylish Southern Sun hotel.

With a huge variety of restaurants, bars, conference venues, amenities and relaxation areas, you

may well find many reasons to relax and unwind amidst the inviting atmosphere of the hotel. Should

you feel like exploring further, the many attractions of Durban lie in wait. uShaka Marine World,

Suncoast Casino, Hotel & Entertainment, Mangwanani Boutique Spa's, Moses Mabhida Stadium,

Valley of 1000 Hills, Durban Botanic Gardens and many other highlights can all be explored after

checking in for your stay.

A total of 734 rooms are offered within Elangeni & Maharani Tower, to ensure a wide variety of room

options to suit your preferences and tastes. All spacious en-suite rooms are beautifully furnished in a

modern style, and are equipped with amenities such as air-conditioning, tea and coffee making

facilities, electronic safe, 24-hour room service, porter service, wakeup facility and complimentary

WiFi.

Tel: +27 31 362 1300 Fax: +27 31 332 5527

Postal: P O Box 4094 Durban 4000

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani 63 Snell Parade Durban 4001

Canelands Beach Club Salt Rock

Thank you for taking interest in Canelands Beach Club, ideally

situated a ‘step away’ from the sea waters’ edge. Please take

your time and read below on what Canelands has to offer.

Canelands is a luxurious and elegant 10 bedroom (all en-suite)

beach club situated in the popular upmarket region of Salt

Rock on KwaZulu Natal‘s North (Dolphin) Coast, South Africa.

Set literally a step away from the beach with safe bathing

offered by the many rock pools and coves that Salt Rock is

renowned for, Canelands Beach Club is the ideal holiday and

weekend getaway beach hotel.

Just minutes from the major shopping centres of Ballito, less

than 15 minutes for Durban’s new King Shaka International

Airport and less than an hours drive from Durban City, there is

little wonder why Canelands Beach Club has already become

an icon of quality beach accommodation to those who have

discovered this gem on the beach.

Canelands caters for both leisure and business orientated

guests.

Onsite conferencing facilities allows for up to 40 delegates

discussing that ever important new business venture.

The Canelands Beach Club is a one-of-a-kind experience

whether it is being served by beach butlers on the beach or

having menus prepared daily by the chefs or be it enjoying a

micro light flight or a horse ride along the coast, Canelands and

it's surrounds has so much to offer.

www.canelandssaltrock.co.za www.thecanelands.co.za info@thecanelands.co.za Reception: +27 32 525 2300 SPA : +27 32 525 4835 Facsimile: +27 32 525 2301

The world class uShaka Marine World, situated in Durban, South

Africa, opened its turnstiles to the general public on April 30th 2004.

Close to three years in the making, uShaka has fast positioned itself as

a key attraction on Durban’s Golden Mile, offering a world of

entertainment, excitement, fun and uniqueness.

uShaka has brought together cultures, like no other place in Africa –

into a safe, secure and clean environment that resonates the sound of

fun, laughter and the spirit of togetherness. Entertainment is non-stop,

extending from the day-time operations of Sea World, Wet ‘n Wild, and

uShaka Beach, to the night time festivities of the Village Walk.

All New Dolphin Show!

Celebrate our Oceans at uShaka’s new dolphin stadium!

Join us for our new dolphin shows at uShaka Marine World’s new and

improved ultra-high tech dolphin stadium.

Our eco-heroes Flotsam and Jetsam will be poolside to celebrate the

wonders of our beautiful oceans and introduce you to our resident

dolphins Gambit, Frodo, Affrika, Tombi. Khanya, Zulu, Kepie, Jula,

Khwezi, Ingelosi and Khetiwe. Together, they’re spreading the word

about the wonders of our beautiful marine environment and the need to

clean up and conserve our heritage for generations to come.

Be amazed by dazzling dolphin acrobatics with music, laughter and

dancing all in a day’s splash for our uShaka Marine World family. Add a

larger than life high definition screen and a crystal clear new sound

system and you have a never-to-be-forgotten aquatic experience that is

as entertaining as it is educational.

Shows take place twice daily, so look out for when you can slot one into

your fun filled day.

1 King Shaka Avenue, Point

Durban

PO Box 38416

mkt@ushakamarineworld.co.za

+27 (0)31 328 8000

+27 (0)31 328 8090

http://www.ushakamarineworld.co.za

Situated in Durban’s leafy Morningside suburb, The Saint

James on Venice Luxury Boutique Hotel offers guests the

perfect getaway while visiting the city. This child

friendly hotel, originally the home of Corobrik founder Robert

Stormwho built it in 1892, is steeped in Durban history and

retains much of its old world charm.

The 15 bedrooms are individually decorated in a classically

elegant style, with some having a view over the century-old

St James church while others look over the hotel’s peaceful

garden terrace.

Originally the home of Corobrik founder Robert Storm who

built it in 1892, the hotel is steeped in Durban history and

retains much of its old world charm.

Our gourmet restaurant serves breakfast and lunch every

day until 15h00. We regret no dinner is served but our

friendly reception staff will be happy to assist you with

recommending and booking dinner at any one of the many

excellent restaurants in the area. We are available for

private dinner group functions, so should you wish to book

for a larger group please inquire with our reservations team.

.

Our extensive wine list won’t disappoint and we offer the

very best in South African vintages.

Dining at The Saint James on Venice is made more

memorable with the option of dining indoors or outside (al

fresco) on the beautiful garden terrace.

The St James’ sumptuous high tea is becoming very well-

known to locals and guests will be delighted by the wide

range of confectionary treats on offer.

As always, staff at The St James place emphasis on that

personal touch and guests celebrating birthdays,

anniversaries or any other occasion will be given that extra

special treatment.

Please Note:

Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday 06h00 – 22h00 Should late check-in or early departures be required please notify reception prior. The hotel offers 24-hour security 7 days a week

General Manager: (Sunet Pringle)

gm@stjamesonvenice.co.za Front Office / Bookings:

fo@stjamesonvenice.co.za

TEL: +27 31 312 9488 Fax: 086 605 2974 100 Venice Road

Morningside Durban KwaZulu-Natal South Africa

4001

A family holiday like no other

As a family-owned company, no one understands

families better than MSC. And no one does more to help

you and your loved ones enjoy every moment to the full,

both together and individually on board and ashore. Just

look and see!

• Kids travel free with MSC! Each child up to the age of

eighteen who shares a cabin with their parents travels

free of charge. So you can all enjoy a carefree voyage,

exploring the most beautiful places on earth from the

sea.

• Your children are always made to feel special with

MSC, receiving a dedicated welcome from the Kids

Corner in the port terminal onwards. Security bracelets

are issued when you board, while beepers or DECT

phones can be hired for a modest charge so you can

keep in touch at all times.

• We provide a varied programme of whole-family and

supervised activities, entertainment and social

events tailor-made for four separate age groups in

their own clubs. And they’re all free, too!

• Innovative activities like Fun Time Dinner, Happy

Dinners and Kids Around the Clock let everyone in the

family do things their own way - even at mealtimes, late

at night and during shore excursions. So your children

are free to explore a social life of their own, meeting

new friends from around the world in a safe environment,

immersed in a holiday they’ll never forget. And the

grown-ups gain equally special free moments, relaxed

in the knowledge that the kids are cared for and enjoying

the time of their lives.

Complimentary Kids Clubs!

Four seperate Kids Clubs programs are available from

9 a.m.-11 p.m. for young guests, each tailored to a

specific age group:

• Mini Club: 3 to 6 years old

• Junior Club: 7 to 11 years old

• Y-Team: 12 to 14 years old

• MSC Generation Teen Club: 15 to 17 years old

What more could you ask for?

www.msccruises.co.za

Heritage The Villas gives you a taste of refined

luxury living with accommodation boasting a

spectacular panoramic view, an amazing

championship golf course and unlimited access to

the world-class facilities of the Domaine de Bel

Ombre – two first class resorts, a beach club, an

18th century colonial mansion and a lush nature

reserve in the south of Mauritius.

Our plantation-style villas offer unique

accommodation in an outstanding location where

simplicity, gentleness and discretion are the

watchwords. They are an invitation to experience

the traditional Mauritian veranda lifestyle.

A world of intimacy

All luxury villas Mauritius are finished to the

highest quality and offers premium fixtures and

fittings to immerse you in a world of intimacy,

bringing out the very essence of the legendary

Mauritian hospitality. Our services are available a la

carte to suit your tastes and preferences.

Here, everything we do is designed to allow our

guests to enjoy the pleasure of being with their

family or friends and to feel at home – or even

better!

Discover the Domaine at leisure

A golf cart is available free of charge in each villa

to allow you to move around freely on the

Domaine de Bel Ombre. This gives you the

opportunity to discover at leisure the C Beach

Club, the Château de Bel Ombre, the Heritage

Golf Club, the two Heritage resorts – their spas,

restaurants, land and water-based leisure facilities

and long stretch of white sandy beachas well as

the unique fauna and flora of the Frédérica Nature

Reserve. The 11 restaurants on the Domaine de

Bel Ombre also offer a tempting array of

gastronomic delights.

In addition, a host of services are available at an

extra cost including in-villa delivery, private Chefs

to prepare in-villa meals, dry cleaning and laundry,

babysitting service, butler service and the

organisation of parties! We can also organise car

or helicopter transfers as well as variousland and

sea excursions. You will be spoilt for choice

when it comes to tailoring your holiday to fit your

own taste and preferences. -

The local cuisine in Mauritius originates from three

continents – in line with the birthplaces of its

inhabitants. By visiting the island, guests have the

opportunity to sample a variety of foods, including

Indian, Chinese, Creole and European.

Mauritian cooking is in a class of its own: a

combination of flavours that have evolved through its

different cultural heritages and cooking traditions.

Mauritians are creative with food, mixing various

styles in a single menu. They are just as happy to

experiment with recipes from Chinese, Indian or

Muslim cuisines as they are to create tempting

Creole or European dishes.

Mauritian cuisine is proud of its heritage, but has also

gained a fine reputation in the contemporary culinary

world. Leading chefs such as Paul Bocuse, Alain

Ducasse and the Troisgros brothers have visited the

island and introduced menus to boost the top-quality

cuisine already available. Local chefs meanwhile are

known for their creativity and ‘savoir-faire’, using

traditional and local ingredients to create modern

fare for some of the island’s most famous hotels.

‘Table D’Hôte’

One of the best ways to experience the pleasure and

flavours of truly local fare is to visit a typical ‘table

d’hôte’ or a local, specialised restaurants.

Do not hesitate to try the local favourite snacks,

including ‘dholl purri’ wheat pancakes stuffed with

dholl and served with curry and tomato sauce,

faratas, gateaux piments (chilli bites) and samosas.

The pinnacle of tropical elegance

World-renowned luxury five star resort in

Mauritius, Le Touessrok is one of the world’s

great romantic resorts. It is the essence of

cool, modern elegance basking in the cultural

warmth of tropical Mauritius.

Le Touessrok resort Mauritius is one of the

“Leading hotels of the World”.

This majestic resort lies on a beautiful stretch

of sandy coast, with magnificent views of the

tranquil Trou d’Eau Douce Bay. Out in the

lagoon are two beautiful islands; Ilot Mangénie

and Ile aux Cerfs , home to the resort’s Le

Touessrok 18-hole championship golf course,

one of the best in Mauritius.

Le Touessrok hotel: luxury and elegance for

your holiday

Le Touessrok hotel Mauritius is five star luxury

at its best, the perfect holiday setting for

couples and families, with a fabulous range of

facilities, including an extensive choice of

water sports and land-based activities, 5

restaurants, a renowned Givenchy Spa and

personal butler service.

This five star resort also features three luxury

waterfront villas, which have redefined the

benchmark for luxury villas in Mauritius.

Open since May 2005, Le Touessrok Villas

offer ultra-exclusive and spacious

accommodation, using the latest technology to

meet the high expectations of the most

discerning guests to Mauritius.

Contact : Mr Nihad Kader Tel : +230 402 7700 - Fax : +230 402 7500

Email : reservation@letouessrok.mu

www.letouessrokresort.com

LUX* Resorts & Hotels helps people to

celebrate life by delivering consistently on the

promise of a different kind of Luxury;

hospitality that is Lighter.Brighter. LUX* stages

exceptional experiences in different locales –

on the Beach, in the City or in Nature – by

banishing thoughtless patterns and being

more simple, fresh and sensory than our

competitors.

The resorts and hotels in the LUX* portfolio

are LUX* Belle Mare, Mauritius; LUX* Le

Morne, Mauritius; LUX* Grand Gaube,

Mauritius; LUX* Maldives , LUX* Ile de La

Réunion and LUX* Lijiang, Yunnan,

China. Opening soon is LUX* Al Zorah,

United Arab Emirates.

LUX* Resorts & Hotels is a member of

Lux Island Resorts Co Ltd, which is listed on

the Stock Exchange Market of Mauritius and

is an affiliate member of GML (Groupe Mon

Loisir), a major economic player in the Indian

Ocean, leader of the "Top 100" Mauritian

companies. GML is active in key sectors of

the Mauritian economy, representing a

portfolio of approximately 300 subsidiaries

and associated companies.

Other properties managed by LUX* Resorts

& Hotels are Tamassa, Bel Ombre,

Mauritius; Merville Beach, Grand Baie,

Mauritius and Hôtel Le Récif, Ile de la

Réunion, as well Ile des Deux Cocos,

Mauritius, a private paradise island.

SUGAR

Sweet crystals

Golden, brown, red or white

Crunchy

Once a rare, precious, expensive and even

reportedly magical substance, associated with

pleasure and luxury…

Mauritius offers you sugary treasures and pleasures.

TEA

Sensuous aromas unveil the flavours of Mauritius in

a single cup of tea…

As night gives way to the first rays of dawn

Tea leaves light up, still peppered with droplets of

dew

Rustling of leaves breaks the silence

Hundreds of women with huge wicker baskets on

their backs gently pick handfuls of buds

From the tea plantation and the tea factory to tea

tasting, the island offers an open invitation for people

to discover the secrets and the history of its famous

Mauritian tea.

RUM

“Ho ho ho and a bottle of rum”: pirates, conquerors

and explorers all loved to quaff rum

Rum production: a tradition as old as the history of

Mauritius

An exhilarating spirit with heady aromas

An invitation to enjoy lazy days beneath the tropical

sun

A liquor to taste and experience.

Local company Tourist Villages Co. Ltd recently

launched its first tourist village in the town of

Mahébourg. Situated in the gardens of the town’s

naval museum, the retail space accommodates

about 20 permanent exhibitors, all from Mahébourg

region. All the items offered for sale are local

handicraft creations.

In view of offering stand space to the maximum of

operators, 11 individual craftsmen and two

associations were selected. Preference was given to

craftsmen from the south of the island who showed

interest and responded to the invitation of Tourist

Villages Co. Ltd.

This was a great opportunity for the 60 artisans

represented by the Arts and Crafts Manufacturers

Association of Mauritius (ACMAM) to promote their

handicraft.

A second stand was also provided to Le movement

Pour l’Autosuffisance Alimentaire – an association

consisting of 12 member craftsmen from Vieux

Grand Port who make handicraft from the pandanus

(Vacoas) region.

Investment and future plans

The Mahébourg tourist village required an

investment of 6 million MRU prior to launch. It will be

the first in a series. Tourist Villages Co Ltd is now

planning to launch a much more ambitious second

village in Belle Mare – something that will require an

overall investment of around 200 million MRU.

The new tourist village of Belle Mare will

accommodate 35 shops, a food court, a recreation

centre and, of course, exhibition space for artists.

Subsequently, another tourist village is expected to

be launched in Flic en Flac.