03 Apr 09:
Sun International Palace Hotel – Sun City
Please be advised that the Palace pool will be closed for annual maintenance from 09 – 27 June 2009. All Palace residents are welcome to use the Cascades swimming pool. The Cabanas Pool Bar is being refurbished for the comfort of our Guests.
02 Apr 09:
Heysbrook Country Lodge – Mpumalanga – Closed from 01 May 2009
Please be advised that Heysbrook Country Lodge is closing to commercial business for a period from 01 May 2009. Heysbrook experienced two significant floods in recent months, both of which caused damage to weirs, bridges, the swimming pool and some other structures on the property. Based on the reduction in bookings Heysbrook is experiencing during the prevailing economic slowdown, the owners have taken this opportunity to repair and refurbish the lodge at this time.
19 Feb 09:
Breezes Beach Club and Spa in Zanzibar is renovating…
We are pleased to inform you that we have decided to upgrade and renovate some of the facilities at Breezes Beach Club, Zanzibar. As a result, we will have to close for approximately two weeks from May 3 to May 22 2009 inclusive. We will be undertaking some renovation works so as to enhance the service and product that we are offering the clients. We have not had the opportunity to close the hotel since 2003 as the hotel has been very busy over the years. Therefore, this will be good opportunity to finish the works without any interruptions to the guests. If you had bookings at Breezes from 3-22 May 2009 inclusive, these clients will be upgraded to Baraza Zanzibar at the Breezes rates on half board basis for this period. Also, if you have any new bookings for Breezes from 3-22 May 2009 inclusive these bookings will be upgraded to Baraza Zanzibar at the Breezes rates on half board basis.
06 Feb 09:
Sun City - Valley of Waves Annual Maintenance
Please note that the annual closure dates for maintenance of the Valley of Waves, Dungeon, Amphitheatre and Royal Observatory pool at Sun City are from 1 May - 26 June 2009 both dates inclusive. During this period no function bookings will be accepted. Residents at The Palace will be asked to use the shuttle to gain access into the Entertainment Centre.
03 Feb 09:
"Stars in Your Eyes" - New Show at Sun City
The "Let There Be Rock" show in the Sun City Theatre closed on 31 January 2009. While the Theatre is closed, we will have a show taking place in Traders in the Entertainment Centre.
Details of the show is as follows:
SHOW: “STARS IN YOUR EYES” (please see attached document for more info)
VENUE: TRADERS
SHOW TIMES: TUESDAY TO SUNDAY @ 20H00 (show duration – 1 hour)
DATES: 4 FEBRUARY 09 UNTIL 31 MAY 09
PRICES: GROUPS- 10 OR MORE PAX - R80 p/p and FREE GLASS OF WINE
(please note we can seat a max of 130 for groups)
GENERAL PUBLIC – R90 p/p and FREE GLASS OF WINE
03 Feb 09:
New Horseback & Balloon safaris at Singita Grumeti Reserves
Experience the African savannah from the saddle or the sky as Singita launches two new safari options on the Serengeti plains.
HORSEBACK SAFARIS
Ride through open grassland and follow the gentle meander of the tree-lined Grumeti River on your expertly-schooled horse. Become one with the herd as you run with zebra and antelope, feeling the thrill and adventure of a Big Five safari like no other.
BALLOON SAFARIS
Watch the African sun rise over the Serengeti and let the splendour of the reserve stretching beneath you take your breath away. Marvel at the game on the dazzling grassland as you skim the treetops, letting the wind take you on an unforgettable adventure.
10 December 2008: Expansions and upgrades at Thanda Private Game Reserve The only private game reserve to hold exclusive membership with The Leading Hotels of the Wordl, Thanda's superlative facilities include an award-winning wellness centre, opulent main lodge and authentic safari-style tented camp and now, Thanda is delighted to announce that they have expanded to include the luxurious Private Bush Villa, which is open with immediate effect. The private bush villa situated on the reserve can accommodate 10 people, offering accommodation as a unit or five separate suites. Each suite is individually decorated and very private, with own viewing deck. The private bush villa includes the following public facilities for guest to enjoy: boma, library, cellar, business area, heated olympic-sized pool and magnificent viewing deck overlooking a waterhole. The private bush villa is ideal for family or corporate getaways. The rate is R5, 500 per person sharing per night from Dec 08 - Apr 09. The winter rate from May - Sep 09 is R4, 950 per person sharing per night. The private bush villa can be booked as a unit for R35 000 per night. Thanda Tented Camp is expanding
Thanda is also proud to announce that their tented camp will be undergoing extensive renovations and upgrades. The camp is expanding to eight tents, each accommodating two people. The upgrades will get underway after the festive season and the new luxurious romantic tented camp will be ready for occupation from April 2009. 09 December 2008: We’re Weaving Our Magic at Djuma in the Sabi Sands It’s official, Seasons In Africa (SIA) will take over the marketing and management of Djuma Game Reserve’s Vuyatela Lodge, Bush Lodge and Galago Camp as of 1 December 2008. Our long term contract will see that the exemplary standard you have come to expect from SIA’s lodges is replicated at Djuma. Together with Duncan Rodgers, Operations Director at Leopard Hills and the person in charge of overseeing management at Djuma, we will begin making our mark with an extensive renovation project at Vuyatela to upgrade the lodge and create broader guest appeal. Everything from rich fabrics and opulent lanterns to cozy couches accentuated by the perfect colour palette have been selected for the refurb to ensure the lodge oozes the world renowned Sabi Sands luxury, and is a perfect compliment to its luxury sister lodges, Leopard Hills, Madikwe Hills and Kings Camp. In order to roll out the upgrade at Vuyatela, the camp will be closed from 16 Jan 2009 to 01 Feb 2009.
19 November 2008: Visa fees to Zambia Reduced Sun International Zambia is delighted to share some great news with you! The government of the Republic of Zambia has reduced visa fees payable by foreign nationals visiting the country with the aim of attracting even more tourists to visit the Livingstone, Zambia, home of the mighty Victoria Falls. According to the newly revised fees, a single entry visa will now be US$50.00 and a double entry visa will cost US$80.00 for all nationalities requiring a visa to visit Zambia. This is a substantial reduction for countries such as Britain and the United States of America (USA). It should however be noted that visa entry requirements remain unchanged, and while certain guests may need to apply for their visa prior to travelling, most of our major markets can obtain a visa on arrival in Zambia. 14 November 2008: Pezula Wins Best International Property Award Nelson Mandela has stayed there. The top football teams in the world are vying to make it their exclusive base camp for the FIFA 2010 World Cup. And now the internationally acclaimed South African resort estate, Pezula, has been heralded Best Property in the World, at the CNBC International Property Awards, presented in Orlando, USA on Friday 7 November. The CNBC Awards, the biggest global property awards, drew over 4,000 entries this year from 56 different countries and were judged by a panel of well-respected experts in the field of property, design and construction, and international property writers. Pezula Private Castle on Pezula Private Estate was voted Best International Property, judged on location, architectural design, appearance and finish. Details of safety, security, energy efficiency and innovation were also taken into account. 05 November 2008: Marlin Season at Indigo Bay in Mozambique Marlin mania continues at Indigo Bay with record catches! Bazaruto Island is world-renowned for marlin during October and March. December is peak season and the perfect time to tackle this big game fish. The Archipelago is known as Africa's most productive area for Black, Blue and Striped Marlin and has produced Black Marlin in excess of 1000 pounds. Indigo Bay offers a top quality sport-fishing operation affording guests the thrill of fighting one of the giants of the deep.
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