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A family holiday to Mauritius? Yes, at 5* Heritage Villas! LOTS OF FUN FOR YOUR KIDS Children are privileged guests at Heritage Resorts and as such, they receive special attention. The “Timomo & Friends” children's clubs have been designed to provide an unforgettable holiday experience for your kids. Welcome to the lively, unique and colourful world of Heritage kids clubs on the Domaine de Bel Ombre, which were created around the Timomo character. This endemic bird lives in the nearby Black River Gorges National Park and conveys the identity of a rainbow nation renowned for its legendary sense of hospitality. For kids as from 2 years old
HERITAGE THE VILLAS ENJOY YOUR NEXT FAMILY HOLIDAY IN A 5* VILLA ON THE TROPICAL ISLAND OF MAURITIUS
Are you dreaming of an unforgettable family holiday? You need to try Heritage The Villas in the exclusive setting of the Domaine de Bel Ombre on the South Coast of Mauritius: 25° degrees minimum, spectacular views, fantastic children’s facilities, two 5* luxury hotels with a 1 km white sandy beach, four refreshing swimming pools, two kid’s clubs for children (for ages 2 to 11), exciting activities for teenagers, a huge choice of outdoor and water sports and 11 excellent restaurants and bars, unlimited green fees on an award-winning 18-hole golf course and a Nikki Beach-style C Beach Club. The ‘sea, sand & sun experience’ par excellence of the island and so much more… Free: access to both hotels, C Beach Club, kids' clubs, teens' club, golf…
Book now and get 17% discount as from 2 kids.
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HERITAGE THE VILLAS You want the privacy of your own villa, the service of a five star hotel, a beautiful view over 2500 hectares of unspoilt nature… Look no more; discover Heritage the Villas on the unique Domaine de Bel Ombre. Enjoy the view ... and experience the essence of legendary Mauritian hospitality! Your villa for an intimate holiday Immerse yourself in this intimate world of luxury in the refined setting of your villa coupled with 5 * service: daily cleaning, golf cart to move around, concierge, private chef, babysitting, butler service, airport transfers by helicopter and many more services. Here the words simplicity, courtesy and discretion are synonymous with hospitality. You want to travel as a group of friends, family or as a couple, then the choice is yours with 2, 3 or 4 air-conditioned bedrooms with en-suite Bath or shower rooms. The infinity pool, large veranda, state of the art communications, barbecue area, gazebo and landscaped tropical gardens are all there to give you the comfort of a luxurious home away from home. The villas are fully furnished and equipped and offer free internet access and satellite TV channels. Tailor-make your ideal holiday at the Domaine de Bel Ombre The Domaine de Bel Ombre is a destination within a destination, a unique concept in Mauritius. All your holiday wishes will be granted in just one place, so just tailor make your ideal holiday. As residents of Heritage The Villas you have unlimited access to two luxury hotels and all its services: Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort and Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort. Relax at the two luxurious Seven Colours spas, dine in our 12 restaurants, have a cocktail in one of our bars, exercise at the fitness centers, send your kids at the kids and teens clubs for some peace. The offer does not stop there; great nautical activities are available at the C Beach Club and for the adventurous type numerous nature activities at the Frédérica Nature Reserve, home to endemic flora and fauna. Kite surf enthusiasts can enjoy one of the best kite surf spot of the island and if wanting to perfect your skills then a kite surfing school is also available. If a Golf fanatic or even a beginner then you will be in heaven with privileged access to the Heritage Golf Club, an 18-hole championship golf course stretching over 100 hectares with unlimited free green fees. The Château de Bel Ombre, a colonial style mansion house built in the late 19th century is the heart of the Domaine; the idyllic setting for breakfast and also the villas’ reception center where you will be greeted upon arrival . . .
Who would think paradise would be within such easy reach!
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083 700 2071
018 350 9200
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Madikwe Safari Lodge 011 880 9992 alfred@morehotels.co.za www.madikwesafarilodge.co.za Makanyane Lodge enquiries@makanyane.com
014 778 9600
011 444 9345
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Mosetlha Bush Camp info@thebushcamp.com www.thebushcamp.com
086 124 3441
Motswiri Private Safari Lodge res@motswiri.com www.motswiri.com
Rhulani Safari Lodge lodge@madikwegamereserve.com www.rhulani.com
011 314 4350
011 676-3123
076 694 0505
Tau Game Lodge taugame@mweb.co.za www.taugamelodge.co.za Thakadu River Camp cro@aha.travel www.thakadu.ahagroup.co.za
The Bush House reservations@bushhouse.co.za
011 781 5384
Tuningi Safari lodge reservations@tuningi.co.za
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Tambuti Lodge : Info@tambutilodge.co.za www.tambutilodge.com
Golden Leopard Resorts : 0145551000 reservations@goldenleopardresorts.co.za www.goldenleopardresorts.co.za
Sun City Resort : 0145571000 scenq@suninternational.com www.suninternational.com Bakubung bush Lodge :
014 552 6000
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Ivory Tree :
011 781 1661 francois@anthology.co.za www.ivorytreegamelodge.com
082 854 5603
Pilanesberg Private Lodge : lodge.iq@gmail.com www.pilanesbergprivatelodge.com Sheperds Tree : gm@shepherdstree.co.za www.shepherdstree.co.za
014 551 3910
082 229 1158
Buffalo Thorn lodge : info@buffalothornlodge.co.za www.buffalothornlodge.co.za
011 516 4367
Black Rhino Lodge : res@extraordinary.co.za www.blackrhinogamelodge.com
014 552 5100
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge : kwamaritane@legacyhotels.com www.kwamaritane.co.za
Tshukudu Bush Lodge :
014 552 6255
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Makanyane Safari Lodge was designed by a team of award winning architects to effortlessly blend with the surrounding bush. The relaxed yet luxurious interiors complement the design perfectly, tastefully enhancing the atmosphere of comfort in this idyllic environment. The lodge consists of a beautiful main building and eight stunning suites, which lie hidden in the lush forest, offering spectacular views over the tranquil Marico River. Situated on 1,800 hectares of private ground within the 75,000 hectare Madikwe Game Reserve, the lodge has accommodation for a maximum of sixteen guests, ensuring that each guest has privacy and individual attention. Activities at Makanyane revolve around relaxing your body and mind and experiencing the rich details of your surroundings. Relax by lounging at our secluded swimming pool, strip away the stress of city living with a massage or aromatherapy on your private deck or in our bush spa, unwind by exercising in our gym, or simply catch up on your quiet time by selecting a book from our library and settling down in our den or on one of the outside decks to read. To experience the vibrant bush life around you, allow yourself to be led through Madikwe's 75,000 hectare environment, either on foot or in an open vehicle. Watch the wildlife, oblivious to your presence, from one of our bush hides overlooking a waterhole or facing plains that stretch to the horizon. You could even sleep out under the stars while nocturnal life continues around your secure, elevated deck. Makanyane has a number of hides where guests may relax and watch animals and birds going about their lives. One hide has a breathtaking view across a wide expanse of savannah, the sweeping view of the grasslands is encircled by distant hills. Enjoy a quiet drink while watching elephants stride through herds of waterbuck, zebra and impala grazing quietly under the vast African sky. You may even see lion or cheetah moving through the grass, their vigilant stare searching for their next meal. Another hide overlooks a secluded waterhole where elephants and other animals come down to quench their thirst and wallow in the cool mud. Alternatively, lounge by the lodge's swimming pool, high above a stream-fed waterhole and wait for the animals and birds to come down to the water.
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steak houses, then I'm sure you're very familiar with those giant vats of dessert they put out on the dessert bar - usually some sort of chocolate and whipped cream cake, a pan of strawberry shortcake with yellow sponge cake, whipped cream and strawberries, and of course, banana cream pudding. I think all kids love being served a great big dollop of creamy pudding with whipped cream, bananas and those little wafer cookies. For that matter, adults love it, too. Caramelized bananas and apples were one of the few desserts available in restaurants in China - they came to the table piping hot and super sticky, so you had to eat them fast before the caramel hardened. One of the other desserts we sometimes ordered was just a simple fried bread, dipped in nothing more than sweetened condensed milk. Delicious. Melt the butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the bananas in the butter in a single layer and sprinkle with the brown sugar. Cook bananas for 4 minutes on each side. Add the bourbon to the skillet and cook for about a minute to cook off the alcohol, swirling the pan around.
Meanwhile, combine the ricotta, honey, cream and nutmeg in a bowl until smooth and creamy and set aside. Set out two martini glasses or individual glass trifle dishes. Spoon half of the ricotta mixture into the bottom of each glass. Top with half of the crushed cookies. Add half of the bananas. Add another layer with the rest of the ricotta mixture, the crushed cookies and the bananas. Drizzle with any remaining caramelized bourbon liquid in the skillet, or with a teaspoon of honey. Sprinkle the crystallized ginger on top.
Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced into 1-inch thick slices 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons good-quality Bourbon 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta (homemade or store-bought) 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon light cream or fatfree half 'n' half 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 cup crumbled cookies (wafer cookies, graham crackers, lady fingers, etc) pinch of crystallized ginger
Baileys Cheesecake Dark Chocolate Bites Recipe Directions Line muffin tray with liners. Grate the chocolate into small shavings, and place 1/4 of the shavings into the top of a double boiler. Over very low heat, begin to melt your chocolate, stirring slowly and frequently. Tip: Never melt chocolate over high heat, as you run the risk of ruining the consistency. Low heat is always best for chocolate melting. Also, be very careful not to get any water into your melting chocolate, as this will ruin it. As the chocolate melts, add the remaining chocolate bit by bit, continuing to stir until all the chocolate is melted. This may take about 20 minutes. Once the chocolate has melted, you can keep the double boiler on the stovetop where it is warm, but turn off the heat. Stir every once in awhile, and if the chocolate begins to harden, simply turn on the heat to very low again. Spoon 1 Tablespoon of chocolate into the bottom of the muffin liners. (It is easiest to work about 3 liners at a time, so that the chocolate does not harden). Use your pastry brush or paintbrush to gently paint the chocolate half way up the muffin liners. If the chocolate is too thin (meaning you can see through it and into the liner), just add a bit more chocolate. Repeat for all 12 liners, and then place in the freezer for 5-10 minutes. In the meanwhile prepare the filling: In a cold glass bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla until soft peaks form. In a separate bowl, cream together cream cheese and Baileys. Fold in whip cream and cream together until smooth. Remove chocolate cups from freezer. Sprinkle each chocolate cup with 1/2 teaspoon of chocolate covered coffee beans. Spoon 1 heaping teaspoon of cream cheese mixture into chocolate cups and use the back of spoon to press down and make even. Top with 1 Tablespoon of melted chocolate, tapping on counter to smooth out and using the back of a spoon to smooth the rest of the chocolate so there are no gaps. Garnish with chopped chocolate covered coffee bean pieces while the chocolate is still soft and transfer entire muffin tray to freezer for 5-10 minutes to harden. Remove and enjoy. Store in airtight container in fridge or freezer.
Ingredients Makes 12 large muffin cups 20 ounces dark chocolate, grated Filling: 1/2 cup chocolate covered coffee beans, chopped medium 1/2 cup heavy cream whipped 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 Tablespoons Baileys Liqueur 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened Tools: 12 hole muffin tray, 12 muffin liners, 1 silicon pastry brush (or a natural dye free paint brush)
Individual Tiramisu Parfaits Recipe
Ingredients 2 cups mascarpone cheese 3 1/2 tablespoons Bailey’s Irish Cream, divided 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream 24 soft ladyfingers 1 1/4 cups espresso, cooled 1 Tablespoon vanilla 1/4 cup bittersweet chocolate, shaved Directions Have ready 6 dessert dishes. Combine mascarpone, 2 tablespoons of the Bailey’s Irish Cream, and sugar. Whisk together gently until combined. In mixer bowl with whisk attachment, beat the heavy whipping cream on medium high until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture. Stir the vanilla and the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of Baileys into the cooled espresso coffee. ladyfingers into cubes. Place 6 cubes into the bottom of the dessert dish. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of espresso over the cubes. Repeat for the other 5 dishes. · Add 1/4 cup layer of mascarpone cheese mixture to each dish, Gently press down and spread to an even layer. · Repeat the process, cubed ladyfingers, espresso, mascarpone cheese, then shaved chocolate. · Cover the top of each one with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to chill until ready to serve.
Simple Puff Pastries With Fresh Fruit Recipe
Directions Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. Beat the egg and water in a small bowl with a fork; Set aside. Unfold 1 pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry sheet into 9 (3-inch) squares. Repeat with the remaining pastry sheet. Place half of the pastry suares onto a parchment lined baking sheet. Top each with a spoonful of jam of your choice. Brush the edges of the pastry circles with the egg wash. Place the remaining pastry squares over the filling. Press the edges firmly to seal. Using a sharp knife or a pair of kitchen shears, cut two small slits in the top of each filled pastry. Bake for 15 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown on the top and the bottoms. Let the pastries cool before eating. Serve with fresh fruit and maple syrup or honey
Ingredients 1 package (17.3 ounces) Puff Pastry Sheets, thawed 1 egg 1 Tablespoon water Filling Jam of your choice
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Free Durban Land, Sea & Air Festival will bring adrenalin accelerating action to Durban’s Beachfront Hang on to your seats – the first Durban Land, Sea and Air Festival coming to the Durban beachfront from the 20th till the 23rd of March promises some adrenaline accelerating, non-stop land, sea and air action for all. And it’s free to the public! The festival’s main attraction is the never-before-seen-in-South-Africa Sky Grand Prix of Aerobatics where the best South African and international pilots will perform heady aerial moves and races over the ocean to see who are the finest and fastest pilots. The planes will race, twist, turn and be pushed to the extreme as they blitz through multi-storey pylons placed on the beachfront piers to complete a flawless aerobatic routine. A ranking system using the National Championships score and a regional contest was conducted to choose the South African participants. So far the top six confirmed South African pilots are Nigel Hopkins, Patrick Davidson, Mark Hensman, Barrie Eales, Bertus Du Preez and Johnnie Smith. The last four positions will be filled after the final contest in Parys on the 2nd March. Festival-goers will also be treated to a variety of displays by the SA Navy and enforcement services as well as other water sport competitions. These include the navy brass band and a submarine demonstration. Live music, air-themed movies and other land activities will keep the crowds going well into the night. The free, three-day festival is proudly brought to the city by eThekwini Municipality and the KwaZulu-Natal government. “Due to the beachfront’s easy access and the fact that the festival is free, this event will provide the opportunity for all members of the community to experience the thrills and exciting action that makes it unique. We look forward to welcoming the international participants and all the visitors to our beautiful city, and we are confident that this will be another exceptional and exciting event experience in Durban,” says Vivienne Holden, senior event manager at eThekwini Municipality’s Event Office.
It’s a truly special experience – any time of the day or night – with a delectable all-day menu and a breathtaking panoramic view of the Durban beachfront and the beautiful Indian Ocean. It’s the aptly named Panorama Bar & Pooldeck in Tsogo Sun’s newly launched Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel complex on Durban’s vibrant Golden Mile.
From an elevated position on the 2nd floor of the Elangeni Tower, diners can enjoy unencumbered views that blend seamlessly with the aqua hues of the trendy bar restaurant, which offers light and innovative meal options for the perfect breakfast, brunch, lunch, late afternoon snacks or sundowners followed by dinner. Meals and snacks are available throughout the day from the cleverly designed ‘all-day grazing’ menu, choosing a table around the pool deck, a comfortable armchair inside or a seat at the vibey bar, where the sexy young bartenders tempt their guests into trying their signature alcoholic and virgin cocktails. The cleverly-designed Panorama Bar & Pool Deck menu is divided into sections for different times of the day – with the 11am page dedicated to juices from the signature juice bar, smoothies, Swirl frozen yoghurt, pastry boards, croissants, homemade health bread toast options and the decadent home-made cookie jar selections. Tel: +27 31 362 1300 Fax: +27 31 332 5527 sselangenimaharani.reservations@tsogosun.com
The Royal Hotel Durban has stood at the centre of Durban and its history for more than 150 years. It has grown with the City and stands proud of its tradition of exceptional service and hospitality. On 12 December 1845 Durban’s first hotel announced itself open to the public. The story of McDonald’s Commercial Hotel, subsequently renamed the Masonic and finally the Royal, begins during the late 1830’s with the arrival at Port Natal of a Scottish sea captain, Hugh McDonald. Hugh McDonald was in Port Natal during the 1842 siege of Captain Smith’s British garrison by Boer soldiers led by Commandant Andries Pretorius. Despite the precarious situation of the small settlement at the Port, Hugh must have had faith in its future, for in November 1842, he persuaded another brother, Charles, to settle there. It was Charles McDonald who in January 1843, bought the Market Square property on which part of the Royal Hotel today stands, for the sum of £40. He erected a wattleand-daub thatch-roofed trading store and began selling such essential items as sugar, tea, tobacco, wine and brandy, conveniently supplied by the Pilot. It is possible that he also offered rudimentary accommodation to travellers. Residents of D’Urban (as the settlement at the Port had earlier been named) eagerly awaited the arrival of the ships and Hugh McDonald became well acquainted with many of the locals during his stays in the port. Charles McDonald moved to Pietermaritzburg at some time during 1845 and his brother Hugh was at sea on the Pilot when on 12 December 1845 an advertisement appeared in Natal’s first newspaper, de Natalier and True Pietermaritzburg Recorder, announcing the opening of the Commercial Hotel in Durban.
It may be assumed that Charles McDonald had leased the property to John Edwards, the first proprietor of the hotel. Little is known about Edwards, whose proprietorship of the Commercial lasted only a few months and in February 1846 Hugh McDonald gave up his life at sea to take over the hotel. He bought the property from his brother Charles, together with is adjoining plot, paying £40 for each. Between January 1849 and June 1952, almost 5000 British immigrants arrived in Natal. Hugh McDonald was not slow to take advantage of the influx of people requiring temporary accommodation. He consolidated his property by selling off two portions of his brother Charles’s original property and erected a new double-storeyed building on his undeveloped property adjacent to the original Commercial. Hugh McDonald died in June 1853 at the comparatively young age of 56. His death did not result in the closure or sale of McDonalds, for it was managed until 1857 by his capable widow, Ann. Besides being a busy mother of four young daughters, Ann McDonald continued to provide the ‘sumptuous’ public dinners to which Durbanites had become accustomed, as well as to accommodate government officials and many other visitors at the hotel.
www.theroyal.co.za Telephone: +27 31 333 6000 Facsimile: +27 31 333 6002 – Reservations Facsimile: +27 31 333 6001 – Banqueting For Conference Enquiries – conf@theroyal.co.za For Accommodation Enquiries – res1@theroyal.co.za or res2@theroyal.co.za Physical Address: 267 Anton Lembede (Smith) Street Durban 4001 Postal Address: PO Box 1041 Durban 4000
Tel: +27 11 344 8500 Fax: +27 11 344 8501 Postal: PO Box 3046 Saxonwold 2132 Physical: 54 Bath Avenue Rosebank Johannesburg
Discover a contemporary and fashionable haven on Bath Avenue right in the heart of Rosebank, Johannesburg’s trendy suburb. Classic and sophisticated, the accent is on understated elegance and our focus is to provide an exceptional guest experience. This hotel, which opened in July 2012, is for the discerning traveller seeking intimacy and refinement but always with stylish flair. From the moment of arrival into the elegant lobby with its delightful lounge to the luxury and comfort of your room, you will enjoy attentive and friendly service. Everything has been designed around your comfort and the stylish interiors reflect a calm tranquillity with the use of harmonious colours, sophisticated design and strong graphic motifs. We invite you to linger and stay in a hotel which recognises your individuality and mirrors your unique preferences. Everything in short, to experience a truly fashionable stay, whether you’re on business or simply taking a relaxing break.
Carnival city is proud to present the Big Top Arena a venue offering productions all year round . As one of the finest entertainment , sporting , comedies , dance championships , launch and banqueting venues on the East Rand , the Big Top Arena offers versatility and flexibility . We are home to star-studded international artists and top South African acts , appealing to all age groups.
Carnival City Casino and Entertainment World is a popular gaming destination in Gauteng, South Africa. You are sure to be swept up into this world of fun and festivities all wrapped up in the Carnival theme from the minute you arrive at this extravagantly and colourfully adorned complex. As you enter the Carnival City world of glittering entertainment and endless fun, you will be greeted with a wide selection of delectable restaurants, eccentric shops, world-class gaming facilities, a magical casino, an unmatched assortment of experiences and activities and several quirky bars, all conveniently located under one roof. Home to some incredible local and international live events, Carnival City Casino and Entertainment World also offers two wonderful accommodation options.
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Madikwe Game Reserve
Madikwe Game Reserve, one of South Africa’s foremost Big 5 malaria-free reserves, was envisaged not by conservationists, but by economists. They found conservation would create more income and jobs than the existing land-use, which was cattlefarming. This successful reserve is now a model that has inspired South African conservation. Madikwe Game Reserve, right up against the Botswana border in the North West province, is a strange anomaly in the world of conservation. It was transformed from a number of low-yield cattle farms to a high yield conservation area. This was not land chosen by ecologists for its rare vegetation or animals. It was chosen by economists because they found a game reserve here would generate more jobs and money than any other land use option, and is now a model of what the benefits of conservation can be. Another remarkable factor is that this was pioneered in 1991, within one of South Africa’s apartheid-era Bantustans – Bophuthatswana – which was reintegrated into the country in 1994. Bop Parks, as it was then called, created an initiative where the state would manage the land and wildlife, the private sector would profit through game lodges, and the surrounding community would benefit through sustainable jobs and income. On paper it seemed idealistic. Yet in practice it worked. Bop Parks launched Operation Phoenix in 1991. By 1997, it had brought in more than 8 000 individual animals, the largest translocation of its kind in the world. Several private companies set up very successful bush lodges within the 75 000 hectare park. And the 3 villages around Madikwe – Supingstad, Lekgophung and Molatedi – are doing very well. Women are particularly empowered – a high proportion of them are employed in the park. Social and financial upliftment aside, Madikwe is now better known as one of the best places to see the Big 5, and it also has the advantage of being malaria free. Madikwe is seen as a model of the benefits conservation can bring. You may not be in an exclusive private game reserve (it's actually a provincial game reserve), but you’ll feel as if you are – the experience is almost indistinguishable. The only difference is that you might catch a special sense of pride from some of the people you encounter in and around the park.
B&B Markets enhances all the excitement of the traditional craft and flea market experience with all the convenience of formalised retail shopping. With kids’ activities, food stalls, credit card facilities, gift vouchers, trolleys, customer service kiosks and a refund service, every B&B Market promises an inimitable lifestyle experience for the entire family! Our Rooftop, Hillfox and Hatfield Markets are carefully tailored to deliver a diverse and ever-changing range of unique and authentic quality products, first-class live entertainment and great value for money. The world-renowned African Craft Market offers a vast selection of high quality handcrafted wares in an exhilarating environment that invites you to barter for the best price in the true style of the African market experience. .
The super-regional 76,000sqm Cradlestone Mall is set to open its doors in Mogale City on 20 November 2013, with more than 200 stores offering unparalleled choice to shoppers, both local and from further afield. Developed by Sasol Pension Fund, Pivotal Property Fund and Retail Africa, the mall is located at the intersection of the N14/R28 highways and busy Hendrik Potgieter Road, west of Johannesburg. Signed-up anchor tenants include Woolworths, Pick n Pay, Checkers, Game, Dion Wired and the Edcon Group. “Major retailers were quick to seize the opportunity,” says Andries Schaap, General Manager Investment from Sasol Pension Fund. “The mall is positioned to attract middle- to high-income shoppers from neighbouring Krugersdorp, Roodepoort and Randpark Ridge – but also from North-West Province and even cross-border shoppers from Botswana.” In addition to national retailers, Cradlestone Mall offers specialty retailers like MBW Art West Rand and Apadana Rugs; and a diverse restaurant and fast food component, including Menchies, The Raj Express and Doppio Zero. A Food Lover’s Market and Dischem are scheduled to open in early 2014. Access and parking have been priorities for the developers, with a focus on ‘pop-in’ shopping for food and services, as well as longer shopping trips. “With easy commute times from the north and north-west suburbs, Cradlestone Mall has been designed to offer a range of shopping options for our consumers,” he adds. To ensure maximum accessibility, the developers invested R60 million widening Hendrik Potgieter leading to the intersection, as well as upgrading the interchange at the corner of Hendrik Potgieter and the R28. “Cradlestone Mall not only enjoys exceptional visibility from these major roads and highways, but we have also worked hard to ensure the mall is easily accessible to shoppers,” says Schaap. The mall offers 4,500 convenient parking bays.
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Mauritius, so far away, yet so much at home... Mauritius, a sparkling crystal in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, will fascinate you. The contrast of colours, cultures and tastes makes the island so charming that the scene is set for an unforgettable holiday. Here, you have the opportunity to experience unparalleled luxury: a level of refinement that is head and shoulders above that on offer in other tropical holiday destinations. Here, you will discover the true meaning of ‘beauty’ – a realisation that will compel you to return to Mauritius’ shores time and again. Mauritius was named after Dutch Prince Maurice Van Nassau... Port Louis , the capital of Mauritius, was founded by the French governor and colonist Bertrand-François Mahé de La Bourdonnais in 1735. Situated on the north-west coast, Port Louis is the business and administrative capital of Mauritius. Packed with office-workers during the day, it quickly quietens down after office-hours – allowing visitors to enjoy a night out along the famous Caudan Waterfront. Those arriving during daylight hours should head for the bustling Central Market or Champ de Mars: the oldest racecourse in the Indian Ocean region. ww.tourism-mauritius.mu
Central Reservations Office LUX* Resorts - Head Office Pierre Simonet Street, Floreal Mauritius Registration number: 6590 Tel : +230 698 9800/ 698 2727 Fax :+230 698 4222 E-mail (rooms only): reservation@luxresorts.com E-mail (rooms & flights): reservation@islandlightvacations.com
www.letouessrokresort.com 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.
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On the southwestern side of the island, the soft white sands of Le Morne Beach and its turquoise lagoon create a magical setting where lavishly appointed accommodations and pampering converge amid the many charms of Mauritius. The St. Regis Mauritius Resort is a five star luxury resort with 172 guest rooms and suites with breathtaking views over the Indian Ocean waters. Bask in the sun by a luxurious pool or on the beach; go wind and kite surfing; or escape to a sanctuary of rejuvenation at the signature Iridium Spa featuring 12 private treatment rooms. indulge in the sublime pleasures of the spa. The Resort introduces a collection of carefully selected restaurants and bars including Simply India, the signature restaurant by Michelin star chef Atul Kochhar, where accomplished master chefs present exciting new fine dining experiences to the guests. Le Morne Peninsula 路 Mauritius 路 Phone: (230) 403 9000 Central Reservations: +800 325 78734 stregismauritius@stregis.com
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