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BEAT THE LOCKDOWN
BLUES WITH SEA FACING
VIEWS AT BLAAUWBERG

BEACH HOTEL

Blaauwberg Beach Hotel, a luxury hotel set on the
iconic Blouberg beachfront, offers business and
leisure guests the ideal out-of-town alternative
while still in close proximity to Cape Town’s
CBD and the V&A Waterfront, both less than 20
kilometres away. Boasting easy access to a variety
of dining options, bars and entertainment areas
around Blouberg and Big Bay, Blaauwberg Beach
Hotel is the ideal location for a beachfront getaway.
With its 140 bedrooms, Blaauwberg Beach Hotel
has something for everyone, all rooms boast
sea views, either overlooking the iconic Table
Mountain or historic Robben Island, with majority
of rooms offering private balconies. All rooms are
equipped with hotel amenities, including, robes,
complimentary Wi-Fi, HD satellite television, tea and
coffee facilities (including an espresso pod coffee
machine), iron and ironing board as well as an in
room safe.
For the perfect dining experience, the hotel
invites all guests from near and far to enjoy Waves
Restaurant, located on the ground floor of the hotel
highlighting the uninterrupted views of Blouberg
Beach Front, Table Mountain and Robben Island.
Blaauwberg Beach Hotel aims to assist guests in
creating exceptional memories, so next time you
are heading to Cape Town and perhaps looking
for a break from the city centre, keep the new and
exciting Blaauwberg Beach Hotel in mind.

For Bookings contact us on

[email protected]
or +27 21 556 0725

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GUIDE 08 Port Elizabeth in Pictures: 21 Beautiful Places
to Photograph
contents. DECEMBER 2020 EDITION www.tourismguideafrica.com 10 Where to Stay in the Northern Cape

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WELCOME NOTE

December is finally here and we have made it to the last month of what has been a
crazy 2020. The festive season is a perfect time for taking a much-deserved travel
break. This festive season let us all act responsibly to protect ourselves and others
during the holiday. Remember to always wear a face mask, practice social distan-
cing, wash your hands frequently and cover a sneeze or cough with a tissue or bent
elbow.

The President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa announced some festive season re-
strictions to contain the second wave of infections. All beaches in the Eastern Cape
and the Garden Route District will be closed from 16 December 2020 to 3 January
2021. All beaches in KwaZulu Natal will be closed on 16 December, 25 December, 26
December and 31 December as well as 1, 2 and 3 January 2021. All other beaches in
the Western Cape and Northern Cape will remain open.

Wherever you will be travelling this festive season you will see that a lot of processes
are being put in place to ensure that travellers are safe as they check into their flights,
check into hotel rooms, visit restaurants and doing various activities. Always ensure
that you are satisfied with the procedures in place as it is better to be safe than sorry.

We would like to wish you all a wonderful festive season and looking forward to
hearing where you are travelling to this festive season. Our team is always available
to help you with all your travel planning.

Hope you enjoy this edition, feel free to contact us on [email protected]

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KZN HAS
IT ALL

Known as the kingdom of the Zulu, South
Africa’s KwaZulu Natal is rich in history,
offers breath-taking natural wonders and
cultural diversity. Check out the 15 reasons
why KZN has it all.

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Port Elizabeth
in Pictures:
21 Beautiful
Places to
Photograph

PHOTOGPHY CREDIT:
CINDY BESTER

Cindy Bester is a landscape and na-
ture photographer.
Follow Cindy on Instagram to view
more of her photos.
www.instagram.com/cindybeebester

Where to Stay

in the Northern Cape

D o summer differently this year and
explore the Northern Cape with its
riches of activities, beautiful plac-
es, and, of course, it’s wonderful
and welcoming people. 

To help you plan your visit to the Northern For bookings contact us on info@tour-
Cape below we have put together 7 accom- ismguideafrica.com
modation places you must look at for your
stay this summer. 4. Die Blou Nartjie Guesthouse and
Restaurant
1. Honeylocust
Die Blou Nartjie Guesthouse and Res-
Honeylocust is a modern, luxury guesthouse taurant is situated in the Hantam town
in the historic town of Colesberg in the Upper- of Calvinia, halfway between Cape Town
Karoo. Perfectly situated just off the N1 high- and Upington en route to the Kgalagadi.
way, it’s the ideal halfway break on a long jour- The guest house offers the ideal accom-
ney between the North and the South. modation for business and leisure travel-
lers, as well as families. 
For bookings contact us on info@tourism-
guideafrica.com For bookings contact us on info@tour-
ismguideafrica.com
2. Merino Inn
5. Quaggasfontein
Over the years Merino Inn has become known
for its high standards, reliable facilities and Quaggasfontein is set halfway between
friendly staff - everything the tired traveller Johannesburg and Cape Town in the
requires. Stop over at the Merino Inn in Coles- heart of the Karoo. We provide quiet and
burg and continue your journey rejuvenated. private overnight accommodation as
Merino Inn is ideal for families with its large well as a weekend / week break away
swimming pool and shady lawn. from the hectic city life.

For bookings contact us on info@tourism- For bookings contact us on info@tour-
guideafrica.com ismguideafrica.com

3. Coles Corner 6. Kingwills Guest House

Coles Corner is situated in the shadow of Kingwills Guest House offers warm
Coleskop, formerly known as Toverkop, half- hospitality and comfort in four cottages
way to the north and south. We are located built in the late 1800s. These have been
approximately 1 km off the N1 highway, in a renovated into eight stylishly furnished
quiet residential area, and are graded 3 Stars en-suite bedrooms, each offering its own
by the Tourism Grading Council of South Af- private entrance, antique Cape cottage
rica. furniture and en-suite bathroom with a
shower and Victorian bathtub.

For bookings contact us on info@tour-
ismguideafrica.com

7. Molopo Kalahari Lodge

The Molopo Kalahari Lodge is a wonder-
ful, fully-equipped facility consisting of
ten en-suite rondavels, 14 en-suite cha-
lets, and a reception area with a gourmet
restaurant, a lively bar and a parlour.In
addition to the more than 60 available
beds, there is a fully-equipped camping
facility with ablution blocks and a large
thatched lapa for functions, conferences
or product launches. Private braai facili-
ties are available.

For bookings contact us on info@tour-
ismguideafrica.com

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souvenirs and gift items.

The cosy tea room offers a selection of 13 different
Rooibos and Honeybush teas, various Rooibos
Cappuccinos, Ice Teas, Milkshakes and Ice Creams.

For the ultimate Rooibos experience and hearty
Clanwilliam hospitality, visit us at
4 Voortrekker Street, Clanwilliam.
GPS: 32°10’40”S – 18°53’28”E

Open Mondays to Fridays from 09:00 till 17:00 and
Saturdays from 09:30 till 13:00.

For more information about the House of Rooibos
and the wide range of products available visit
www.shoprooibos.com

Telephone: 027 482 2155
www.shoprooibos.com

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