Western Cape Overview
The Western Cape is so different to the rest of South Africa.It's kind of tacked on to the bottom of
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Western Cape
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Author: Samantha Black
Submitted: 05 May 2009
The Western Cape is so different to the rest of South Africa.
It's kind of tacked on to the bottom of Africa - the full stop of the
exclamation mark that is this amazing continent. Without a doubt,
though, the Western Cape is South Africa's most visited province, and it's hardly surprising. With the lovely city of Cape Town and the unbelievably beautiful Garden Route, there is so much to see. Even the relatively Spartan West Coast has its own charm, as does the dry and relatively monochromatic, but dramatic, Karoo. The Cape Floral Region, which is a world heritage site, extends into the Baviaanskloof Protected Area in the Eastern Cape, but otherwise is confined to the Western Cape.
The botanically important areas include the ruggedly scenic Cederberg Wilderness Area, the Groot Winterberg Wilderness Area, the lovely Overberg and the Swartberg, near Oudtshoorn. It's a paradise of beautiful beaches, fabulous flowers and forests, and magnificent mountain scenery. It is not the best province in South Africa for game viewing,
but there are a few good reserves and some lovely lodges. While
detractors complain that the Western Cape isn't 'real Africa', it does
have some fascinating cultural attractions. Wonderful rock art
sites, lovely old buildings, many museums and monuments and some really
unusual cultural tours make the Western Cape a great destination for
anyone wanting to do a bit of thinking while on holiday.
Fabulous food - particularly Cape Malay cuisine - wonderful wine farms, more golf courses than necessary, and a veritable smorgasbord of adventure activities mean you'll never get bored and you'll never go hungry.
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Hex River Valley Wine Farm
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Maltese Cross in the Cederberg
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Accommodation near Western Cape
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(Please note: distances shown are 'as the crow flies', and not necessarily the actual travelling distance)
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Tucked away in a quiet and peaceful corner of Hout Bay, Chapman's Peak B&B / Self-Catering offers luxurious, comfortable and child-friendly accommodation, making it an ideal choice for a romantic getaway or family holiday! Each of our suites has its own private Jacuzzi/SPA, Infra-red SAUNA, ideal for relaxing in after a hard day's sightseeing! Come and enjoy our personal, unobtrusive hospitality.
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10% discount
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March - April - May - SPECIALBook NOW, don't miss this great DEAL!!!
Romantic couples Studio Deluxe - Honeymoon Studio Private Jacuzzi/SPA, Infra-red Sauna, Foot Massage SPA, Privacy, Luxury and Comfort, DSTV, Bath ropes, Braai facilities, Private Garden...and much more.
''love is in the air''
Family and Friends (child friendly) Our Lovely Garden Cottage Private Jacuzzi/SPA, Foot Massage SPA, Infra-Red Sauna cabine, Private garden, Patio, Entrance, DSTV, Braai facilities, Filter water system....and much more
Children : Kids Corner, Bunny, Playground/Jungle Gym, Toys, lots of kids DVD's - video games ..oh oh... Swimming Pool- Private and Undercover Braai facilities..and much more
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The Constantia is a 7 bedroomed boutique hotel situated in the heart of the Constantia winelands. The seven luxurious and stylishly appointed suites offer spacious accommodation and extraordinary comfort. The rate includes lavish breakfasts and all your drinks. Come and indulge yourself.
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Rooms/Units from R2,200-R5,850
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20% discount
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• Stay with us in any one of The Constantia’s luxurious suites or rooms between 20 December 2009 and 31 March 2010 and enjoy a 20% discount on the usual rack rate. This offer also includes breakfast, all beverages and one in-house dinner for 2 people to the value of R700.
• Stay 3 Pay 2 : valid from 1 October – 20th December 2009
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This 2000 hectare biodiversified farm is privately owned and nestled between the majestic Swartberg and Outeniqua mountains on the banks of the Olifants river bed. Located on one of the world’s “17 hot spots” with three overlapping flower zones, only seven kilometers from Oudtshoorn on the R328 (road to Mossel Bay), opposite Safari Ostrich Farm.
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Walkerbay Manor an Artist’s Home is owned and managed by Desiré de Klerk. We offer warm hospitality, attention to detail and great country breakfasts and is literally a stone’s throw away from the best whale watching spots. For the golf fanatic, the Hermanus golf club is 200m away and Arabella Golf Estate only 20 minutes away. “an Artist’s Home” is housing all fine art OF “Desiré de Klerk – impre
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50% discount
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VALENTINES WEEKEND SPECIAL in the eclectic nostalgy of an Artist's living space!
Loads of charm and warmth, one forgets what is boring and mundane.....experience the special character of a real artist.
Book Two nights checking-in Friday 12 Feb and out Sunday 14 Feb 2010 and get 50% discount on the second night. We are offering a sumptious gourmet dinner and a glass of bubbly, set in our lounge/dining/outside patio area with candles and music to make the your loved one feel special. at Book Now to avoid dissapppointment!
Be served by the Artist's of Walkerbay Manor.
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Luxury Architect designed holiday suites. Independent and fully self catering, to sleep two adults. Regret No Children. For travelers seeking high quality, relaxation and privacy. Majestic mountain views, king size beds, en suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, fully equipped kitchens, daily room service, secure parking. Wi-Fi. 8 minutes walk to beach and take-away and restaurants.
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Langenhoven B&B is situated in the heart of the Klein Karoo – Oudtshoorn. Staying at our accommodation establishment will give you the opportunity to explore the town in all its glory.
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10% discount
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RELAX LONGER
Don't let the saying "So much to see - do little time" be your problem !!
Stay 3 days or longer and get 10% discount on the total cost. Oudtshoorn is the Ostrich capital of the world - we have the famous Cango Caves - Cango Wildlife ranch - the majestic Swartberg Mountains - the Meerkats. How can you experience all in less than 3 days??
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Mavilla is an upmarket and highly rated guest house (B&B) in Stellenbosch. It provides guests with 4 double bedrooms each with en suite facilities and TV.In addition guests have access to a private lounge and reading room with a cosy fireplace and balcony. Mavilla is furnished with high quality antique Cape country furniture.
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15% discount
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Stay 2 nights and longer at Mavilla from R290 per person sharing and R400 single per night. Breakfast included.
Quality does not have to be expensive
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Modern self-catering apartment, sleeps 8 people; 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan kitchen, large living room, large patio (can be enclosed). Upmarket apartment with TV, DVD player, DSTV (satellite) decoder and sound system.
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Malherbe guesthouse is a National Monument and was built in 1859. The house has been lovingly restored and offers 5 en-suite rooms, 4 with private patios. Rooms have a bar-fridge, electronic safe, fan, a heater and electric blanket for the winter, hospitality tray and hairdryer, WI-FI hot spot; garden rooms have TV with M-Net. The guesthouse also has a spacious guest lounge.
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5% discount
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Malherbe Guesthouse is pleased to offer a 5% discount on any stays of 2 of more consecutive nights between October and April.
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Warm and friendly is the welcome you will receive. We offer elegant and tasteful units and the view. is stunning! All our units have their own parking and entrance, DStv, fully equipped kitchens and braai facilities. There is a lovely clear pool to keep you cool on those hot summer days.
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Easter Special. Margie's offers you the self-catering Blue and Gold rooms,
which sleeps six guests and has divine views of Knysna lagoon and heads. R1000 per night on a minimum stay of four days. Come and relax in style at Margie's
Place.
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