Exceptional savings of 30% are on offer at some of the finest hotels and resorts in Africa in a new promotion through luxury hospitality organisation The Leading Hotels of the World.
In the country where all eyes are turned for the football frenzy of FIFA World Cup 2010 – renowned for its varied culture, wildlife and finest game reserves – complimentary breakfasts and other benefits are included in the ‘Leading in Africa’ experiences on offer until May 31, and from September 1-November 30, 2010.
In Cape Town, the luxurious Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa on the Atlantic Ocean, flanked by majestic Table Mountain and the Twelve Apostles, provides luxury 5-star accommodation and exceptional service.
Ranked No. 01 City Hotel and Spa in Africa and Middle East by Travel + Leisure 2009, guests can look forward to breathtaking sunsets and pampering at the renowned Sanctuary Spa, or hiking one of the many Table Mountain nature trails with hand packed picnic to enjoy en route. Facilities also include a beautiful water pool & whirlpool with stunning ocean views, or a movie in the hotel’s private 16-seat cinema.
Further afield are the Cape Winelands (private tours by arrangement), notably the town of Hermanus where guests can visit one of South Africa’s leading boutique vineyards.
Also in Cape Town, newly refashioned luxury hotel Cape Grace delivers world class luxury hospitality on a private quay in the heart of the iconic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. The tantalizing experience blends modern luxury with traditional Cape culture where each room is custom-designed with unique and refreshing décor.
Guests of either of the two Penthouse Suites, with be lavished with thoughtful extras from a luggage unpacking service to a complimentary full mini bar as well as personalised meal planning with the hotel’s Executive Chef.
Five-star resort Fancourt is a premier business and leisure destination in the heart of South Africa’s Garden Route, with 150 luxury rooms, children’s facilities, spa and variety of acclaimed restaurants.
It is also South Africa’s premier golf resort, featuring three highly rated, Gary Player-designed Championship courses and the only TaylorMade Performance Lab in Africa and in additional to discounts of up to 30% off rack rates, offers a variety of additional benefits to guests including ‘one night free’.
The Nairobi Serena Hotel is the ‘jewel in the crown’ of the Serena Hotel Group, justly famed for superlative hospitality.
Considered by many to be Nairobi’s finest hotel, the Serena is an oasis of serenity amidst the bustle of one of Africa’s most vibrant capital cities, stands amidst lush tropical gardens with panoramic views over Nairobi’s Central Park and the glittering downtown skyline.
Sensitively constructed from ecologically sympathetic materials, the interior décor reflects a kaleidoscope of cultural influences blending Moroccan mystique and a breadth of African heritage.
The Saxon Boutique Hotel & Spa in Johannesburg epitomises tasteful African elegance. This lush haven of peace and tranquility in six acres of landscaped gardens is unique and unforgettable, voted the World’s leading Boutique Hotel for the last eight consecutive years – and home to Nelson Mandela as he wrote his biography “The Long Walk to Freedom”.
Thanda Private Game Reserve in Zululand is one of the best and most awarded reserves in Africa, voted South Africa’s leading safari lodge and Africa’s leading luxury lodge at the World Travel Awards 2008 & 2009. The Zulu word for ‘love’, Thanda, embraces the philosophy of ‘for the love of nature, wildlife and dear ones’ in every aspect – drawing from the Zulu culture for its architecture, décor and cuisine.
Thanda Private Game Reserve has also been at the forefront of land rehabilitation in KwaZulu-Natal, transforming overgrazed cattle farms into pristine game viewing land and reintroducing species that used to freely roam the area, including the Big Five.
For over 100 years, visiting members of Royal families, international and local statesmen, and celebrities worldwide, have preferred to stay at The Victoria Falls Hotel, Zimbabwe, which is steeped in history combining the charm of the old with the comfort and convenience of today.
Overlooking the Victoria Falls Bridge and gorges below, the charm and tranquil atmosphere of the hotel has earned international acclaim.
The elegant decor and the old world charm of this gracious hotel is reflected in the wide colonial verandahs and the Livingstone room with its superb cuisine.
Deluxe Rooms and Suites in the original section of the hotel offer breathtaking views across the deep Zambezi River gorge to the Victoria Falls Bridge and the spray of the Falls. Makishi dancers and an indigenous choir entertain every night. Activities around the Falls include elephant back safaris, flights and guided walks.
Source: eTravel Blackboard