Families visiting Elephant Springs in Bela Bela and Shangri-La outside Modimolle during the Youth Day long weekend (16 June – 19 June 2016) are in for a nice surprise. All children will receive a little gift from South of Africa! The goal of celebrating this important public holiday, says Managing Director Stef Venter, is to give …
The South of Africa properties Abalone House & Spa and Shangri-La Country Hotel & Spa were both awarded with the prestigious Trip Advisor Award of Excellence 2016. “This is a fantastic achievement,” says Managing Director, Stef Venter. “Guest feedback is of the utmost important to us, and we take note of all the feedback our …
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The international trade show Indaba, held annually in Durban, Kwazulu-Natal, once again took place during the Mother’s Day weekend this May. South of Africa’s Marketing Manager, Egmond du Plessis, attended the Indaba 2016 on behalf of South of Africa. “It is always a treat visiting the Indaba, and Indaba 2016 was no different. Albeit a …
South of Africa’s first 5-star and 4-star establishments, Abalone House & Spa in Paternoster, and Shangri-La Country Hotel & Spa in Modimolle, are entrants in the Lilizela Tourism Awards 2016 in the categories Service Excellence and Visitor Experience (each with select sub-categories). Guests are all invited to vote for these two hotels. These awards honour and …
Keeping up with the times is vital, especially when your guests are enjoying the benefits of the ever expanding online mobile choices on the market today. Despite having designed an already user-friendly and eye catching website, South of Africa has just launched its fantastic mobile friendly website. Linked to both the website addresses www.southofafrica.com and www.southofafrica.mobi, …
Elephant Springs Hotel & Cabanas received a Certificate of Appreciation for their continued support of the mission, vision and values of FEDHASA. Pictured here is the team in good spirits showing off the framed award. Congratulations to GM Ken Strydom and his team.
They always say “the early bird catches the worm” and it couldn’t be clearer when you book these fantastic offers from select South of Africa properties. Here are some handy tips on how to have an even better Easter escape: Most of our hotels & cottages are within a 2 hour drive from Cape Town / Johannesburg. With …
We’re extremely proud of our 4 properties who received the prestigious Booking.com awards for great customer service. Congratulations are in order for Abalone House & Spa, Paternoster Cottages, Bid Huisie and Modimolle Funky Stay! Both Abalone House and Bid Huisie received these awards last year, which makes it their second consecutive win. South of Africa wishes …
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The following article was published by GetIt Joburg North on 25 Janaury 2016. Welcome to Shangri-La! Feeling burnt out? Want to take a romantic holiday with that special man? Or maybe you just want some solid me-time. Well, welcome to the 4-star Shangri-La Country Hotel & Spa, a paradise escape nestled in the picturesque, bustling …
Shangri-La outside Modimolle will be entertaining young and old this December with their unique “Movie Night” offering, showing a selection of films during the holiday season. Kicking off on Saturday 19 December 2015, the Indaba Conference Venue has been transformed into a relaxing cinema – complete with big screen and popcorn machine! There also won’t be any uncomfortable chairs …