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APRIL
2013 NEWSLETTER
Winelands in the
Western Cape in Autumn
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GREETINGS FROM A SUNNY AUTUMN DAY IN CAPE TOWN;
We
hope you have all had a Blessed Easter, and were very busy with all your
guests or family and friends. Those of you that had an opportunity to
visit the KKNK I hope you enjoyed it.
Congratulations on all of you who managed to complete the Two Oceans Cycle
Race in Cape Town.
Seeing
we started in the Northern Cape last month I am now going to move over to
the Karoo in
the Eastern Cape to the town of Middelburg . I am sure you have wondered
why this town is called Middelburg? This Karoo town is surrounded by
beautiful mountains, and is an ideal base from
where to explore the Karoo, which is halfway between Johannesburg and Cape
Town, as well as between Bloemfontein and Port Elizabeth. The R56 route
serves as a gateway between the Western Cape & Kwazulu Natal Provinces,
and is also the shortest route between these provinces, plus it has all the
roads from Colesberg, Steynsburg, Cradock, Graaff-Reinet and Richmond all
leading into the Main Street of Middelburg, thus the name of
Middelburg.
The area is recognized for its herbal plant life that grows naturally in
the fields. The story of prehistoric animals is told by fossils and
Middelburg is one of the few, and best places, in the world where fossil
life has been discovered. San Rock Art in caves from the first known human
inhabitants, the San Bushmen can also be found in the area. One of the best
Stone Age collections in South Africa is to be found in the Middelburg
Museum.
Another reason why Middelburg attracts tourists, is the interesting history
of this town which was established in 1852 as a church town on the banks of
the Little Brak River on the farm Driefontein. Historic places and
Monuments tell the story of living back in time and can be visited by prior
arrangement for some of them. Middelburg is also an Eco Adventure Mecca
with Hiking trails, Horse riding, Quad bikes, 4x4 Routes, White water
tubing and Rafting, Clay pigeon shooting, Archery, Abseiling and Bird and
Game viewing. Accommodation , Guest Houses, B&Bs, Caravan and
Camping facilities plus Self-catering Units, plus excellent local cuisine
can be enjoyed at the local Restaurants and Coffee Shops.
Middelburg also has a Cultural History Museum which contains fascinating
memorabilia and
relevant information from the Anglo Boer War, and also conserves
information of the war hero
Bob Southey, DFC who flew the first Harvard to South Africa, and aviation
artist Tiro Vorster, plus links to Olive Schreiner can be seen in the
Museum, for she was married in Middelburg.
Next month I will give you information on Cradock. See: www.cradockmiddelburg.co.za
We still need more information from Kwa Zulu Natal, Free State, Eastern
Cape, and Northern
Cape, plus members who would be interested to join CTC Marketing and
PlacesAndPrices from
those areas for our clients from overseas, will be very welcome.
Some
interesting news from a South African Friend, who now lives in Canada, and
has had his book published called: From my Hilltop, A living
History of South Africa, which is narrated by a Marula Tree visit his
webpage at www.professormarula.com
written by Stan Daneman. This is a great
Gift for young and old South Africans or visitor to read. Available from
Amazon.
Looking
forward to all your news and interesting information from your area. We
wish you all a
fabulous month and keep warm, I think we are going to have a cold wet and
long winter.
Warm Regards and God Bless,
WESTERN CAPE CAPE TOWN
To see Cape Town from here, why not
contact Augulhas360 Scenic Air Ventures & Charters,
working from the Cape Town International Airport,
Cape Town. info@agulhas360.co.za
Call: Michael Cell:
+27 763 552 678 for further information on their amazing
flights.
www.agulhas360.co.za
GARDENS, CAPE TOWN:
DUNKLEY
HOUSE provides the discern visitor with space, luxury and views of
Table
Mountain, within walking distance of the centre of
Cape Town. www.dunkleyhouse.com
Contact : grace@dunkleyhouse.com
GARDENS,
CAPE TOWN:
 
Mountain
Manor is a Guest House, has Self Catering and Backpacker Facilities and
also has
space for conferencing. Contact: michelle@mountainmanor.co.za
Cell:+27
83 274 8682
Mountain Manor Is situated on the sloops of Table Mountain and within
walking distance of
the city, restaurants and the Company Gardens and Museums. www.mountainmanor.co.za
BLOUBERGSTRAND CAPE TOWN
  
Braai Area
Sunset
in
evening
View of the Guest House
SONSKYN
GASTEHUIS
is situated right on the Beach with the most amazing views of Cape Town.
Approximately 16km from the Centre of Cape Town, beautiful walks
along a sandy beach, South
African cuisine, homemade jams and delights at this charming Bed
& Breakfast.
Owner: Christina +27 554 1011 info@sonskyn.co.za www.sonskyn.co.za
WELLINGTON
WINELANDS WESTERN CAPE
 
BAKKIES
B&B is situated in the Bains Kloof Pass just outside Wellington
in the
wine district of the
Boland. For guests that like the mountains and river streams,
hiking amongst the
Fynbos this is for you. B & B and Self Catering
available.
Contact: Bakkies the
owner Tel:+27
21 873 5161 info@bakkiesbnb.com
www.bakkiesbb.co.za
EASTERN CAPE:
    A visit to this
Lodge on the river, is situated in the
Eastern Cape, just off the N2 outside
Kenton-on-Sea. Between Port Elizabeth & East London is a must!
Contact: Charlene at: marketing@sibuya.co.za
www.sibuya.co.za
PORT ELIZABETH EASTERN CAPE:
For
a lovely quiet relaxing week-end away from the city noise, a visit to
Forest Hall is wonderful. Contact: James Bolton - foresthallbb@telkomsa.net
Tel: +27 41 581 3356 www.foresthall.co.za Situated
in Walmer, Port Elizabeth.
LIMPOPO PROVINCE:
Visit
The Bush House for Game viewing, and a relaxed time in the Limpopo
Province.
Contact Wendy: +27 83 379 6912 reserve@bushhouse.com www.bushhouse.com
SOMETHING
SPECIAL FOR YOU TO TRY AT HOME!
 
Orange
Tabby Cat:
It needs some
serious Kiwi
Koalo: I did not realize that a Kiwi
creativity and brain storming to form
this
could be this adorable and the colours
orange
cat, complete with full body
parts. are
gorgeous.
Thought for the Day: Consider it pure joy, my
brothers, whenever you
face trials of many kinds: James 1 : 2
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