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BANTRY BAY RESORT: Bantry Bay, Cape Town: Bantry Bay International Vacation Resort is pleased to offer a 20% discount on ALL bookings made through SA-Venues.com and a 30% discount on any weekly booking from Friday to Friday. This offer is valid for the month of November 2006 only….

Bantry Bay International Vacation Resort, is the perfect place to relax and enjoy one of the most breathtaking views on earth. Wake to the sound of the Atlantic ocean pounding below your private sundeck at this superbly situated resort which hugs the craggy rockface a short distance from Cape Town’ s Clifton beach. Spacious fully equipped self-contained and serviced apartments afford fabulous views of the ocean …

For additional information and to view photographs of the Resort please:
Visit: Bantry Bay International Vacation Resort or
contact Reservations on: +27 (0)21 439 – 0333 and quote the “SA-Venues.com Special Offer”.

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The Garden Route is a coastal corridor on the eastern coast of South Africa, where ancient forests, rivers, wetlands, dunes, stretches of beach, lakes, mountain scenery and indigenous fynbos all merge to form a landscape of restorative beauty. This is a strip of land like no other in the world in terms of beauty, natural attractions and unique flora and fauna – hence its name. Three of the country’ s top hikes take place here. The ” Otter Trail”  and the Tsitsikama and Dolphin trails and man’s footprint has made little impact on the rugged and sometimes inaccessible coastline.

The Garden Route is a paradise for eco-lovers, bird watchers and solitude seekers and one of the most beautiful parts of the Cape. It lies sandwiched between the Outeniqua Mountains and the Indian Ocean and is on every tourist’s itinerary. The route is a popular holiday destination during summer and a tranquil hideaway during the winter months – both seasons are equally beautiful and attractive due to the largely Mediterranean climate.

Peppered along the coastline are a number of coastal villages and seaside resorts set on beautiful beaches and craggy bays. Staying at any of these affords one the time to drive, walk or hike through the Garden Route at one’s own pace, drinking in over 200 km of one of the finest parts of the country.

Garden Route Links:
The Garden Route
Garden Route Attractions & Destinations
Garden Route Hotels
Garden Route Accommodation
Garden Route Guest Houses
Game and Nature Reserves

The Endoneni Cheetah & Serval Project has grown well over the last year, with two young Cheetah, six Caracal / Lynx and five African Wildcat joining the project. We are now able to offer guests the opportunity to view four of the seven cat species found in Africa.

The aim of the project is to care for wild Cheetahs and Serval Cats, which have been orphaned or injured in the wild and are in need of care and rehabilitation. We also intend to breed where possible and release the offspring back into their natural habitat. Animals are fed at 4:30pm daily and visitors to the project can experience the feeding and also enjoy an informative talk regarding the animals and the project by a guide.

The vision of the Emdoneni Cheetah & Serval Project is:
- To create a wildlife awareness and education centre, also creating job opportunities for the local community.
- The provision and maintenance of an environmentally friendly and aesthetic wildlife centre for selected feline species.
- The management of a wildlife centre in conformance with generally accepted standards, procedures and guidelines set by the KZN Wildlife Services.
- To attract local community, including school groups and tourist to the centre for wildlife awareness and educational purposes.
For additional info please visit the Website at: Emdoneni Lodge & Cheetah Project

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Arguably the gem of the entire Natal North Coast is the Umhlanga Coastline From the moment you arrive, you will be overwhelmed by the warm and relaxing beauty of this region. The Umhlanga Coastline offers a combination of quiet village life with first world amenities and a cosmopolitan buzz. It also offers a diversity of activities in exotic and magnificent landscapes. From swimming to hiking, this destination promises unforgettable excursions and activities.

Umhlanga: Central to the Umhlanga coastline region is the holiday village of Umhlanga Rocks. From being a small, quiet village, it has now expanded into a thriving area that offers all the amenities of a well established town, whilst still retaining the feel of a friendly seaside community. More about Umhlanga »

La Lucia: The quaint town of La Lucia is just a short drive from the hustle bustle and excitement of the Umhlanga Coast. Its main attraction is its beautiful rural surroundings and immediate proximity to the major centres of the North Coast and Durban proper. La Lucia is perfect for a quiet weekend away to just relax, unwind and regain that feeling of wellness as you submerge yourself in beautiful, natural surroundings. More about La Lucia »

Umdloti: Umdloti is the ideal place to unwind and enjoy the sunshine, beaches, rock pools and sea. There are a number of activities for the more energetic – the inshore reefs provide plentiful excitement for anglers, (surf, rock and ski boat) and for divers and water sport enthusiasts. Water sports include surfing, windsurfing, paddle and jet ski-ing. Umdloti’s primary beaches are shark netted and protected by proficient lifeguards. Known as the Dolphin Coast because of the many pods of these engaging mammals that patrol these waters, some frolicking in the waves … More about Umdloti »

Other Related Pages:
KwaZulu Natal
KwaZulu Natal Attractions
Accommodation in KwaZulu Natal

Win A luxury 3-night stay for 2 at Nguni River Lodge, situated in the Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape, South Africa.

Visit the www.SA-Venues.com website, complete the entry form and you could win* a luxury 3 night getaway courtesy of Nguni River Lodge, Airlink and Tempest Sixt Car Hire and SA-Venues.com

The Prize Includes:
1. A luxury 3-night stay for 2 people sharing a room at Nguni River Lodge, situated in the Addo Elephant National Park, including 3 meals per day and 2 games per day.
2. Air-fare to Port Elizabeth, return, for 2 people, courtesy of Airlink.
3. Weekend car rental (Thursday 12h00 to Monday 12h00), in a Group J (Chev Spark or similar) vehicle, courtesy of Tempest Sixt Car Hire. Car to be collected from and returned to Port Elizabeth branch.
(* Terms & Conditions apply)

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If you are planning your September Long Weekend Break (23, 24 and 25 September is a long weekend!) or if you are planning to spend the December Holidays in Cape Town, we’ve put together a few new and useful sites to assist you.

Cape Town Accommodation – Newly relaunched with a fresh new look, user friendly search functions and super-fast loading pages, for all your accommodation in Cape Town try www.Cape-Venues.co.za. You will find accommodation, you can book Cape Town Hotels, bed & breakfasts in Cape Town and Peninsula, including the Cape Winelands, Overberg and the outlying areas. It is a NON-COMMISION site so you deal directly with the establishment and can get discounts as there are no agency commissions. But don’t expect discounts during Cape Town’s peak season – accommodation can be hard to find so start looking now.

Cape Town Hotels – If you are specifically looking to stay in an Hotel in Cape Town try the this site. Obtain instant hotel quotes for all the hotels listed on the site by simply using the quote facility available throughout the site. In addition to the hotels, they have a wedding section to help visitors planning on getting married in the Cape with everything they will need to plan the perfect Cape Town Wedding. Also a fast, user friendly site, worth taking a look at.

Other Useful Cape Town Holiday Sites:
Accommodation in the Western Cape
Cape Town Beaches
Cape Town Attractions