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Mar 09

by Outdoor SA in Adventurous Road Trips, Great Driving Roads, Off Road Destinations, Off the Beaten Track, Uncategorized, Vehicles 0 comments tags: beautiful setting, expolre, outdoors, road trip

En Route Windhoek to Sossusvlei

We enjoyed a leisurely breakfast at the Olive Exclusive comprising a full continental and hot offering before checking out and saying adieu for the moment. We piled our luggage, camera equipment into the Toyota Hilux rental, and then ensuring that we had purchased sufficient water from the hotel we set off on our journey. Leaving central Windhoek we set off in a South West direction with lots of anticipation and excitement. The lush green vegetation surrounding the greater Windhoek area started to thin as the spectacular scenery flashed by. The obligatory stop at the permanent road block at the outskirts of the town did not deter our enthusiasm as the local policemen welcomed us to their beautiful country and bade us well on our way. The landscapes continued to change and become more arid, with the vegetation becoming scarcer. The external heat continued to rise and we were much relived for the aircon and water that we had brought with on the trip. The vastness of the landscapes stretched out all around us and we took in the natural beauty of our surroundings. The local towns became fewer and fewer and soon we left the comfort of the tar roads […]

Sep 21

by Outdoor SA in Accomodation, Explore South Africa 0 comments tags: 5 star, beautiful setting, Bed and Breakfast, breakfast, gardens, great food, Pietermaritzburg, relax, Self catering

Lexden Bed & Breakfast

Old World Charm Set high up at number 176 Howick Road with sweeping views over Pietermaritzburg, Lexden offers the discerning visitor to Pietermaritzburg luxury accommodation in a variety of choices. There are three luxury rooms with ten rooms in total and an option of self-catering in certain rooms or a full bed and breakfast offering with the luxury rooms. Set in a plush garden there is an overall sense of tranquility and gracefulness with the timelessness echoing back to the times when ‘things moved a bit slower’. The large rooms are warm and welcoming with all the mod cons that a discerning traveller would require, while beautifully decorated by the owner and ex interior decorator Karrin Hatfield. The bathrooms are large and expansive allowing you to unwind from the stressful day. Services include – Laundry facilities – TV with limited DSTV Channels and free Wi-Fi – Fully air-conditioned accommodation – Cotton bed linen and down and feather pillows and duvets – Fridge and air conditioning in each room – Mini Bar if required The main house is both gracious and warm housing the main dining area in which a slow and leisurely breakfast can be enjoyed. If you are a […]

Sep 04

by Outdoor SA in Fine Dining, Food, Uncategorized 0 comments tags: 5 star, beautiful setting, champagne, coffee, Durban, Great Cuisine, Indian Ocean, lunch, Umhlanga

Little Havana

It’s no wonder that the restaurant has recently been voted The Best Steakhouse in South Africa. We have had the pleasure of eating here for dinner and lunch on a number of occasions, and our recent lunch once again proved to confirm this accolade. The upmarket décor and setting sets the scene for the diner to enjoy a sumptuous meal for the discerning palette. They are famous for their extensive range of steaks well aged and cooked to perfection. The menu is varied and offers a full range of offerings from seafoods, poultry, lamb, pork and of course the famous steaks. The walk in wine cellar offers you the chance to pair the perfect combination per course. The menu offers a wide range of starters and desserts to accompany your perfect meal not forgetting aperitifs, and the cigars. Vegetarians are also catered for with a superb offering. The restaurant is set upstairs in the Granada Centre in the village of Umhlanga. The mix of Colonial, Plantations and Cuba offers an interesting twist in the ambience and on the palette. During the day or on one of Durban’s balmy evenings sitting on the verandah provides a awesome setting, or inside the […]

Nov 26

by Outdoor South Africa in Accomodation, Beautiful Walks, Explore South Africa, Food, Hearty Meals, Hiking, Photographic Opportunity 0 comments tags: 4 Star, beautiful setting, great food, scenery

Champagne Castle Hotel

The hotel is perfectly situated right in the mountains. Stunning vista’s from every room allow the visitor to really feel and know that they are away in the mountains. Different room types beautifully appointed cater for all needs. From romantic getaways to a family get away the Hotel caters for all ages. From lovely breakfasts, great lunches and full buffet dinners the food caters for all tastes. Teas on the verandah after a hike in the mountains allow you to unwind and relax. Take a stroll to the close by dams or for the more strenuous and adventurous take a hike to Crystal Falls or the Sphinx For the kids their is an animal farm whilst the parents can be pampered in the Spa for all types of relaxing treatments.

Nov 10

by Outdoor South Africa in Accomodation, Beautiful Walks, Explore South Africa, Fine Dining, Food 0 comments tags: beautiful setting, hourses, relax

Hartford House

The delightful setting of Hartford House on the stud farm is unique in every aspect of its offering. From the varied styled rooms close to the main house to those dotted around the nearby lake, they offer a varied and wide choice for the discerning traveller. The food is a delight from the decadent breakfasts, through lunch to the world class dinners. The kitchen is headed up by Jackie Cameron ( see www.Jackie.Cameron.co.za) who is world famous. All tastes are catered for with all the flavours of the world on a plate before you. The team at hartford House are attentive and nothing is too much trouble. Its well worth a visit. see http://www.hartford.co.za/

En Route Windhoek to Sossusvlei

Lexden Bed & Breakfast

Little Havana

Champagne Castle Hotel

Hartford House

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