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	EUPHORIA GOLF ESTATE - UNLIMITED GOLF Includes: - 1 Nights accommodation with Bed and Breakfast - Unlimited Golf on a world class links course - Complimentary Golf Cart with every game of golf - One bottle still mineral water with your first game of golf - One halfway house meal with your first game of golf - One cocktail voucher VALID From 1 April - 31 May 2012 Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	OBUDU MOUNTAIN RESORT - CONFERENCE PACKAGE Conference with us at Obudu Mountain Resort and enjoy these amazing offers - 20% Discount on accommodation - 20% Discount on use of main Conference hall - Complimentary use of Syndicate halls for breakout sessions - Sun rewards for organizers of business sold at rack - Welcome letters for all delegates Terms & Conditions: Package is subject to availability, Package cannot be combined with any other promotions, offer applies to bookings not less than 2 nights stay. VALID from January - September 2012 Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	STAY AND PLAY AT PEERMONT HOTELS CASINOS AND RESORTS The Mondazur at San Lameer Stay and Play golf packages include: - R1 220.00 per person per night, single - R865.00 per person per night, sharing - Accommodation at the4-Star Peermont Mondazur Hotel & Spa at San Lameer - Breakfast & Dinner at the Lagoon Grill - San Lameer Country Club green fees (18 holes) The Peermont Walmont at Graceland Stay and Play golf packages include: - R1 090.00 per person, per night, single - R760.00 per person, per night, sharing - Accommodation at the Peermont Walmont at Graceland - Breakfast and dinner - Graceland County Club green fees (18 holes) The room rate is applicable to single or double occupancy only, maximum of 2 persons per room. Rates exclude caddy fees, golf carts and the tourism levy. Standard Peermont terms and conditions apply VALID FROM 01st January to 31 December 2012. Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	LANGEBAAN COUNTRY ESTATE Full Family Membership - R2250.00 - Includes: Free entrance, free family coaching, free Mashie Golf Pro Putt, Access to all Estate facilities, Awesome discount on accommodation and golf carts, loasd of lucky draws for free weekends VALID UNTIL 31 December 2012 Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*

	ISIBINDI MAY AND JUNE SPECIALS: Thonga Beach lodge - STAY 4 PAY 3 Rhino Walking Safaris - STAY 4 PAY 3 Valid for May and June 2012 Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	PAKAMISA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE SPECIAL OFFER 3 Night stay for 2 people for R7200.00 This incredible special includes luxury accommodation, 3 gourmet meals per day and two guided game viewing activities in our private game reserve. Archery, air rifle, clay target shooting, horse riding, mountain biking on offer for an additional cost. Valid for May and June 2012 Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	PREMIER HOTELS ROYALY CLUB SPECIALS MPONGO PRIVATE GAME RESERVE FROM R290 pps - Includes: Dinner and breakfast. Enjoy free access to the reserve for self-guided game drives throughout your stay. Valid Monday to Sunday (Mon - Thurs min 3 nights' stay) From 01 March to 31 May 2012 - Click here to see more specials from Premier Hotels Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	SELATI CAMP AND EARTH LODGE 4 NIGHT PACKAGE Luxury accommodation, open Land Rover safaris by day and at night to see Africa's big game accompanied by qualified rangers and Shangaan trackers, environmental awareness walking safaris, full breakfast, lunch and boma dinner, sundowner drinks, selected beverages, South African house wines and local taxes. R 29 675.00 PPS (High season 2012) R 27 375.00 PPS (Low Season May to July 2012) Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	MOTSWIRI WINTER SPECIAL R 2 830.00 Per Person sharing R 4 245.00 Per Person Single R 1 415.00 Children 5-14 yrs sharing Group or Family Rates: Complete Lodge (10 Beds) R 24 995.00 (Sleeps up to 10) TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR MOTSWIRI PRIVATE SAFARI LODGE: TARIFFS ARE QUOTED: Inclusive of 14% V.A.T.- In South African Rands - Subject to availability TARIFFS CHANGES: All tariffs quoted are subject to change, without prior notice, however fully paid bookings will be honoured. TARIFFS INCLUDE: Luxury accommodation, Two game drives per day, All meals daily, Welcome drinks and teas & coffees at meals, Road transfer from the Madikwe Airstrip to the Lodge. TARIFFS EXCLUDE: Curio shop purchases, Drinks, Telephone calls, Lodge transfers, Airport Tax, Tourism Levy, Fly in fee, Laundry services unless otherwise indicated, Specialised coffees, Gate entry fees, Babysitting. Valid 1 May - 30 August 2012 Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	EMBRACING EBONY Book a minimum of 3 nights at Ebony & receive 50% off the 3rd night. 2011 Double: ZAR 30,625.00 per person sharing for three nights 05 January 2012 – 31 December 2012 Promotion includes: 50% off the 3rd night of accommodation. Accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, teas and coffees. All drinks, including premium wines, spirits and liqueurs (excluding champagnes). Two open Land Rover safaris a day and accompanied by experienced guides and trackers. Return surface transfers from the airstrip to the lodges. Laundry and valet services. Walking safaris with an experienced guide, mountain biking and archery. This offer is mutually exclusive and subject to availability. Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	LONG STAY OFFER Stay 3 nights or longer and receive 10% discount on accommodation Valid until 31 December 2012 Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*

	LANZERAC HOTEL AND SPA - Spa Stay over Package Classic Rooms from R 1315.00 per person sharing Valid April until 30 September 2012 Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	DE KLOOF LUXURY ESTATE SPECIAL 2 Nights De Kloof Luxury Estate 5 star Boutique Hotel Swellendam Accommodation in Deluxe Suite, daily wine tasting, daily breakfast champagne & newspaper, 4 course dinner tasting menu, use of putting green, book your round of golf at the Swellendam golf course R 850.00 per person per night ( min 2 nights) Valid April until September 2012 Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	FIVE DAYS AT DEVONVALE SHIRAZ PACKAGE Our Devonvale Shiraz Package includes: - Four nights of accommodation in an apartment - Two rounds of golf or spa treatment - Daily breakfast & dinner - Two bottles of Provoyeur Shiraz All this for just R4,000-00 per person sharing! Don’t miss out, book now! WINELANDS GOLF SPECIALS Weekend Package - R 1399 p/p sharing. Includes: - 2 nights accommodation - Breakfast - Wine tasting - 2 rounds of 18 holes - at Devonvale Golf Course Mid-Week Package R 2699 p/p sharing. Includes: - 4 nights accommodation - Breakfast - Wine tasting - 4 rounds of 18 holes - at Devonvale Golf Course Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	Backsberg Family Reserve White 2009 R 154.50 / bottle The make-up of this flagship white blend is guided by which vineyards have performed better in the vintage. 2009 saw a blend of Chardonnay, Roussanne and Viognier 5% come together to create a wonderful medley of apricot, peach and aniseed aromas, combined with vanilla and a creamy aftertaste. Click here to request further information
	WATERFORD WINE DRIVE SAFARI Jump onto our safari type Game Viewing Land Rover for a 2 hour trip through the 120ha Estate on the beautiful slopes of the Helderberg. Here all your senses will come into play while you take in this unique experience. Not only will you get the chance to taste our award winning Estate wines in the vinyeards of their origin, you will be expertly guided through all the aspects of what makes this area so biodiverse and viticulturally unique. Having experienced the terrioir that makes our wines so special and tasted the effects it has on our wines, you then return to the winery where you can take a tour of the cellar or even indulge in our Wine & Chocolate Experience. Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	CHIPPING COMPETITION Step onto the tee-box and take up the challenge! We host a fun chipping competition on the last Friday and Saturday of each month – great prizes up for grabs for the master shot! Click here to request further information

	Autumn Package - Thalgo Advanced Facial, Delux Gel Pedi & 45min Hot Stone Massage only R990 (usually R1160) – 3 hours - Receive a complimentary 30min massage with every Dermalogica Advanced Facial - 60min Duo Delux massage for only R600 (usually R720) - 20% off all Sh'Zen products Hair Specials - Intra Force scalp stimulating treatment for thinning hairR 180 (usually R230) - 30min - With every Redken shampoo & conditioner bought (not the Intraforce range), receive a complimentary colour camo Renokin Hair Revitalizing Program - 3 retail products which are clinically proven to reduce hair loss and promote re-growth of new hair! On Special for R760 for the kit (usually R855) Valid to 31 May 2012 Click here to request further information
	FIRST STOP, MANGWANANI! Avoid the stress and hassle of having to drive to and from our Indaba Spa. Sit back and relax and let Mangwanani take care of the rest... For quick and convenient travel to and from our Indaba Spa be sure to book an all-inclusive Mangwanani Gautrain Spa Package. Complete with return transfers to and from Midrand Gautrain Station, sumptuous meals and decadent African-infused spa therapies to match, Mangwanani promises total relaxation from start to finish - Return transfers to and from Midrand Gautrain Station with sparkling wine and orange juice - Traditional African entertainment on arrival - Light breakfast with a selection of fresh fruit juice; filter coffee; and/or tea - SEVEN decadent African-infused relaxation and revitalisation spa treatments - Sumptuous lunch together with a selection of delicious desserts - Limited complimentary bar - Amarula and chocolate on departure MIDWEEK R 1 249.00 PP WEEKEND R 1 399 PP Terms and Conditions apply Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	THE GORGE PRIVATE GAME LODGE & SPA ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: Rejuvenate body & soul with treatments & packages at our fully equipped day spa. Explore our game on one of our daily drives, or spend time amongst our endangered vultures in their natural habitat. Go for a walk down to the Mzimkulwana River through the indigenous coastal forest. Go for a ride on your mountain bike on the edge of the gorge amongst our wildlife. Adventure sports and many more.......... RATES: Monday to Thursday : R1250.00 sharing R1875.00 single. Friday to Sunday and public holidays: R1650.00 sharing R 2500.00 single. Midweek 3 night special : R 3400.00 sharing R5100.00 single (includes 1 hr Swedish massage). All rates are inclusive of breakfast and served on the pool deck. Lunch and Dinners are also available at our fine dining restaurant OR on your private balcony. Valid from 01 January - 31 December 2012 - CLICK HERE TO READ MORE - SPA MENU - MAP Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	Weekend Spa Hotel Package at Mmabatho Palms 4-star Peermont Walmont at Mmabatho Palms, Mafikeng, North West Pamper yourself and your partner oasis style with this sensational weekend package deal! From R 470.00 PPS Per night Treat yourself to a stunning weekend stay at the 4-Star Peermont Walmont hotel at Mmabatho Palms with a very special treatment at the new Palms Retreat Wellness Spa. This relaxing package Includes: - Accommodation in the 4-star Peermont Walmont hotel - Breakfast in the Motswedi Terrace Restaurant - Two 30 minute back, neck and shoulder massages at the Palms Retreat Wellness Spa Valid to 31 December 2012. Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*
	AMANI'S SIGNATURE SPA TREATMENTS - KURHULA BODY RITUAL: 90 min R890 \| 2 people R1600 Nurturing you from head to toe Amani’s signature holistic body ritual is a unique treatment that incorporates massage techniques from around the globe. Starting with the head and scalp, and working down to the toes, the massage is followed by a revitalising mini-facial. Amani’s exclusive blend of African oils is designed to assist with the elimination of toxins and alleviate stress and fatigue. The Kurhula Body Ritual is the ultimate in total relaxation and pampering. - AMANI CRYSTAL MASSAGE: 90 min R890 Amani’s unique signature crystal massage is a deeply soothing and calming journey. Experience the restorative and energising quality of the crystals, warm oils and flowing movements, which work together to rapidly reduce muscle tension in the body. This treatment will balance your energies, releasing emotional stress and leaving you feeling totally relaxed and rejuvenated. Click here to request further information *Click here for availability and booking*

	Special Introductory Offer – Join Now and Save even more For a limited time, you can save at least 15% on the suggested retail price and take up to six months to pay, interest free! Be the first in line for this limited offer, and book an appointment today. Click here to request further information
	IDC Launches Open Innovation initiative The IDC has launched an Open Innovation initiative that will enhance the IDC’s relationships with the broader communities. The initiative will allow the IDC to present challenges of national and regional significance to the broader public, seeking both solutions and partnerships to ensure sustainable innovation across all sectors with which the IDC deals. Read more...
	It’s time to share! We believe that our business operations are inextricably linked with a duty to act in a socially responsible way. That is why we have founded the Engel & Völkers Charity e.V. to actively support a primary school project in Togo, West Africa. A family contact of our CEO Christian Völkers drew our attention to Africa and specifically to the village of Agbetiko. Aided by the generous support of our employees, Licence Partners and the Engel & Völkers Management Board, we are aiming together to finance the building of a primary school in this village, which will educate more than 200 children on a daily basis in the years to come. Read more...
	Why invest in the Western Cape? Infrastructure The province is well served with infrastructure, with three ports at Saldanha, Cape Town and Mossel Bay serving different markets. The province also has world class IT infrastructure linked to the world via submarine cables and satellite. The Cape Town convention centre is the province leading facility in the events and conference field, an area of growth for the province. The province is also strategically located as it provides an important gateway into Africa. The Western Cape is served with three major ports, three national highways and two large airports. Read more...

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South Africa Golf and Leisure Vacations
introducing Southern Africa, a beautiful sub-continent, where “It’s Possible” to meet your dreams.

SA Tourism, PGA SA (Professional Golfers Association South Africa) and RETOSA have endorsed the SA Golf and Leisure Vacations Coffee Table Book and Guide. Use this Book or Guide to plan your golf holiday and Southern African safari.

Play at golf estates, golf resorts and metropolitan golf courses, throughout South Africa, many designed by legendary golf stars.

South Africa and Southern Africa offer an abundance of game and wildlife safari destinations. Private Game Lodges, Game Reserves and National Parks will bring you into close contact with the Big Five – Elephant, Rhinoceros, Buffalo, Leopard and Lion.
Our heritage and history is fascinating. UNESCO has identified several scenic and cultural treasures, which have been declared World Heritage Sites. Indigenous heritage can be explored with the Sacred Sites Foundation.

The greatest wealth is health. Expert masseurs and therapists will help you de-stress and rejuvenate at our Health Hydros, Spas and Wellness Centres & Resorts.

SA is famous for its viticulture, predominantly produced in the Western Cape. Over the past decade the South African wine industry has truly established its position in the world of wine. Visit wine estates, enjoy wine tasting. Many of the estates also sell their wines online.

South and Southern Africa offer investment opportunities, both in real estate and business opportunities. Many golf estates and private game reserves offer investment opportunities. Contact us with your wishes and we’ll network you with property agents, development agencies and business consultants.

The SA Golf and Leisure Vacations 2nd Edition, introducing South Africa and Southern Africa, offers reservations for hotels, transport, sightseeing and tours in Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

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