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June 1, 2012
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June 15, 2011
The Blue Train Safari Experience! JESS Kalinowsky Friends Travel LLP
We’ve created an absolutely stunning 7-night package combining luxury, adventure, culinary wonders and nature into one exquisite journey at a fabulous value. In addition to the spectacular itinerary below, you will also be treated to an additional FREE night at the Sheraton Pretoria or post-rail journey, including full breakfast, welcome drink upon arrival, transfer to Pretoria Rail Station and free health club access.
Contact JESS Kalinowsky Professional Travel Consultant EMAIL: JESS@FriendsTravel.com for your reservations.
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March 10, 2011
Cape Town South Africa JESS Kalinowsky FriendsTravel.com
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February 12, 2011
Mkuze Falls Private Game Reserve Pongola JESS Kalinowsky Friends Travel LLP
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January 30, 2011
Sabi Sabi Game Reserve South Africa JESS Kalinowsky Friends Travel LLP
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bush lodge
Famed for its warmth, vibrancy and legendary hospitality, a luxurious safari escape set in the heart of the African wilderness, overlooking a waterhole and an open plain.
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selati camp
luxury safari lodge
Imagine the Africa of the great safari era, when blazing sunsets melted into lantern lit romance and service was an effortless whisper. This is the Africa you will experience at Sabi Sabi’s Selati Camp, an award winning luxury game lodge in South Africa.
During the 1870′s, high in the crevices of the Drakensberg escarpment which rises to the west of Sabi Sabi, gold was discovered. To transport the gold, the parliament of the Old Transvaal Republic commissioned a railway line from the interior to Delagoa Bay in Mozambique. A branch railway known as the Selati Line crossed the Sabi Sand Reserve.
Today the line is disused but the old railbed can still be seen in the north-eastern section of Sabi Sabi, close to Selati Camp. Sabi Sabi’s intimate all-suite Selati Camp is the most unforgettable of all African experiences. It offers the perfect accommodation for travellers looking for a romantic luxury safari lodge in South Africa. Selati is furnished with a historic railway theme and colonial charm and is meticulously created as an authentic home in the bush. The railway theme extends from the original steam engine name plates, signals and shunter’s lamps lighting the way to your suite, to interesting memorabilia and other collector’s pieces in each room.
Originally created without electricity to preserve the ambience, Selati Camp has now installed overhead fans, air-conditioning and all the trimmings expected from a luxury safari lodge. Nights at Selati are quiet, intimate and possessed of a rare magic. Under the spectacular canopy of the Southern night sky the camp is still romantically lit by the gentle flicker of oil lamps and lanterns, and the warm glow of fires
Fashioned in a colonial “Out of Africa” style, this exclusive lodge comprises eight opulent thatched suites, each with full bathroom en-suite and private alfresco shower nestled under majestic indigenous trees. World-class cuisine is served on wooden thatched decks built alongside the Msuthlu riverbed, in the open air “boma” or in the “farmhouse kitchen”.
The premier accommodation at Selati Camp is the sumptuous and spacious Ivory Presidential Suite, which is a favourite amongst Kings, Queens, and those just looking for exceptional accommodation. It offers colonial grandeur in the form of original antiques, a draped four-poster bed, private terrace, and fireplace. The magnificent en-suite bathroom, complete with Persian carpet and antique chaise-lounge, also features a very private plunge pool. The separate dressing room features an antique wardrobe and matching dressing table.
The Lourenco Marques Suite is a must for honeymooners or the romantic at heart. Whether it is the fragrant flower petals strewn on the exquisite bedlinen, or the candles illuminating the bathroom on return from the evening safari, a stay in this romantic suite will always be remembered.
Sabi Sabi’s Selati Camp combines turn of the century elegance with personalised safari luxury – a rare experience.
JESS Kalinowsky – AFRICA@FriendsTravel.com
ivory presidential suite at selati camp
luxury safari lodge
Selati Camps olde world, romantic ambience is the perfect setting for the sumptuous, spacious Ivory Suite. Visitors looking for the splendour of a long gone era need look no further the Ivory Suite offers colonial grandeur in the form of original antiques, draped four-poster bed, private patio and fireplace.
The stunning en suite bathroom, featuring a Persian carpet and decadent chaise lounge, also features a private plunge pool and outdoor shower. Draped mosquito nets, railway memorabilia from the late 1800′s, antique dresser and the gentle glow of oil lamps all combine to make this an exceptional suite.
Visitors from all over the world have enjoyed the luxury and pampering that comes with a visit to Ivory Suite and includes a private Land Rover.
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January 27, 2011
Discounted First Class, Business Class and Coach Airfares JESS Kalinowsky Friends Travel LLP
NONSTOP TO SOUTH AFRICA…AND BACK
SAA Offers Round-Trip Nonstop Service Between New York and Johannesburg on May 1, 2011
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Effective May 1, 2011, South African Airways will offer round-trip nonstop service, between New York (JFK) and Johannesburg, South Africa. The new nonstop service on the northbound flight will eliminate the stop in Dakar, Senegal and reduce the overall flying time by more than 90 minutes.
Now more then ever, South African Airways will have the most convenient service to/from South Africa and over 40 destinations on the African continent for business and leisure travelers. With SAA’s unrivalled African network, same-day flight connections are available via our JNB hub on South African Airways and our regional partners, South African Airways Express and South African Airlink to dozens of destinations throughout South Africa, sub-Saharan Africa, East Africa and Africa’s Indian Ocean Islands.
Convenient connections to/from SAA flights at New York (JFK) are also available via our Star Alliance code-share partner, United Airlines and interline partners, jetBlue Airways and Virgin America from over 60 cities throughout the U.S. and Caribbean.
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January 26, 2011
Pezula Resort Hotel + Spa Knysna South Africa JESS Kalinowsky Friends Travel LLP
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We’re delighted that Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa has been nominated as one of the world’s best hotels in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards survey for 2011: Reservations: AFRICA@FriendsTravel.com 24/7/365
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Pezula is located on the Eastern Head of Knysna, just a 40-minute flight from Cape Town. Its consists of a 1,000ha resort which incorporates Pezula Private Estate, Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa and the Pezula Golf Course and Club and is surrounded by rugged cliffs, ancient forests and sheltered beaches. With sweeping views of the Indian Ocean and Knysna Lagoon, it is a haven of privacy and luxury.
Pezula Private Estate is a magnificent low-density residential development which has been recognised as the Most Environmentally Aware Development in the World, and Best Luxury Development in the World.
Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa is an award-winning hotel listed by Travel + Leisure 2009 as one of The Worlds Greatest Hotels, Resorts & Spas.
Accommodation is in 78 spacious suites, including two presidential suites housed in detached villas and decorated in contemporary African style. Each has its own patio or balcony, a sumptuous bathroom, walk-in wardrobe, pantry kitchen and drinks cabinet. Seating areas and real log fireplaces add to the luxury.
The main building houses a cigar lounge, champagne and whisky bar and gourmet restaurant, Zachary?s. The Castle on the Beach offers an all-day menu and picnics to be savoured on secluded Noetzie Beach.
The multi-award-winning Pezula Spa is a calm sanctuary that delivers a superior health and wellness experience. Twice named Best Spa in South Africa, it includes a 12m heated indoor pool, state-of-the-art gymnasium, outdoor Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, nail bar, hair salon and medi-spa.
The resort offers a number of outdoor activities apart from golf. At the Field of Dreams there is a multi-sports field which provides an excellent training field for football. There are also four world-class tennis courts, facilities for pétanque and archery and a 300m golf practice range.
Guests have access to Noetzie Beach and River. On-site activities include swimming in the heated outdoor and indoor pools, horse riding, nature trails in the indigenous forest and canoeing. Children are well catered for with a Kiddies Club and animal touch farm.
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January 8, 2011
Skiing under the African Sun? South Africa and Lesotho JESS Kalinowsky Friends Travel LLP
Skiing under the African Sun?
Skiing finds its patrons in Africa, as mountain ranges do spread out in this continent too. Though Kenya, despite the 5 800 m of the Kilimanjaro, has no ski resorts, Morocco and South Africa realized the pleasures of skiing and exploited the potential this sport presented as a tourist destination, resulting to development of striking resorts thriving under the sun.
In South Africa: Tiffindell
Starting June through August is the season for skiing on the forty mountains of South Africa. The whole of South Africa has just one ski resort on the slopes of the Eastern Cape’s highest peak, the Ben MacDhui (3 001 m): Tiffindell. It was shaped in 1994 with only the basic infrastructure that included a rural road. Since then, it has become a much-preferred destination, prompting planning of its development by planting small chalets of stylish ski alpine, chairlifts, snow-blowers, and a cosy pub at the end of a thrilling day of skiing. Expeditions are structured at Cape Town and Johannesburg.
In Lesotho: Afri-Ski
Lesotho kingdom, landlocked by South Africa is dramatically mountainous and is rightfully called “the small Siberia in Africa”. The north of Lesotho, at 3222m above sea level you have Maluti Mountains, housing Afri-Ski Leisure Kingdom, a ski resort based in Oxbow. Afri-Ski offers some amazing skiing and snowboarding opportunities.
The terrain stretches beyond 1,000 acres offers three slopes and two ski lifts. Afri-Ski earned the credit of hosting its first successful skiing season from June to August 2005 when nearly 3000 tourists, mostly from South Africa, visited the resort prompting 2500 skiers to enjoy skiing the longest ski slope in Africa. Now it hosts the King Cup Lesotho, the only competition of its kind in South Africa on an annual basis. The resort is 4½ hours’ drive from Johannesburg South Africa.
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January 5, 2011
Colors of South Africa JESS Kalinowsky Friends Travel LLP
Colors of South Africa
7 nights from $3590*
Get ready for eight fabulous days uncovering South Africa; from the “Mother City” of Cape Town with scenic visits to the Cape Peninsula and exceptional wine tastings in the Cape Winelands, to an ‘Out of Africa’ safari encounter where a game drive in search of the ‘Big Five’ awaits in the Sabi Sands.
Destinations:
Cape Town, Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve
Itinerary Inclusions:
- Meet and Greet service on arrival
- Round trip airport/lodge transfers
- 4 nights Cape Town at More Quarters
Cape Peninsula full day tour- Cape Winelands full day tour
- Round trip scheduled air charter flights from Johannesburg to Sabi Sands
- 3 nights Sabi Sands Game Reserve at Lion Sands River Lodge
- Spectacular game viewing in “big five” country
- 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
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December 28, 2010
Wine and Dine in South Africa JESS Kalinowsky Friends Travel LLP
Wine and Dine in South Africa
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While South Africa’s vintages have been appreciated for years, the region is finally coming into its own as a truly hot spot for a wine-infused vacation. Our Jetsetting clients want to boast about an exotic, distant winery, South Africa is a great pick. There are wine trails all over the country, but we were particularly impressed with the Cape Winelands, its largest wine-producing region and—happily—an easy drive from Cape Town. (For the record, drinking and driving is a no-no.) Friends Travel can arrange for car and driver tours.
The smallest of the Wineland’s six wine routes—and only 20 minutes from Cape Town—is the Constantia Wine Route, the Cape’s oldest wine-producing region (dating back to 1684!) and the only wine district found in a city.
There are many types of wines to choose from in this region, but we’ve heard especially great things about the Classic Constantia Sauvignon Blanc and the Chardonnays (for the whites) and the Cabernet Sauvignon for the reds. The “Vin de Constance” at the Klein Constantia wine estate was reportedly prized by Napoleon, Dickens and other historical figures in the 18th and 19th centuries. This century, Wine and Spirits Magazine named Klein Constantia among the Top 25 Vineyards of the World.
There are 11 vineyards in the winelands, eight of which are open to the public. Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia, Buitenverwachting, Constantia Uitsig and Steenberg are the most popular. For a more intimate tasting experience, the Constantia Glen, Eagles Nest and High Constantia estates offer smaller quantities of great wines.
For a luxury tour of South Africa’s wineries, we have lots of contacts in the area, and has organized food-and-wine tours in connection with private guides and host. Our Safari specialist, has worked with Friends Travel LLP to build a relationship with local wineries. They can get privileged access to the vineyards, and can even get travelers at a lunch table for a one-on-one with the winemakers. The vineyards would be selected based on the traveler’s taste, he adds—local specialists would choose wineries for the best vintages and organize a tasting. (Note: Admiral does not have an SA program for 2011, and does arrange for independent travel.) Friends Travel LLP offers private tours, or group tours.
Where to Stay
A five-star Relais and Chateaux hotel, The Cellars-Hohenort, sits on its own vineyard. Kids over the age of
12 are welcome, and families should book the two- or three-bedroom Madiba Villas.
For a romantic getaway, book the Dove-Cote, a private suite in its own private garden area overlooking the golf green. Romantic Touch: The Dove-Cote’s bedroom has a king-size four-poster bed, and the sitting area has a fireplace. The suite also has a dining room with a stocked bar, walk-in wardrobe and a private, heated Jacuzzi.
Another five-star hotel in the area is the Steenberg Hotel, set on one of the oldest still-producing vineyards in the country. The flagship Sauvignon Blanc Reserve has won a number of awards worldwide, and the red “Catharina” has an elegant French feel.
The hotel’s 24 guest rooms and suites are spread across three of the original buildings: the Manor House, the Jonkershuis and the Barn. (Cool Touch: The original wine cellar is now the restaurant.) While the Heritage Suites are popular, we hear the Khoi Khoi Suite is best for groups and families as it has two bedrooms, a living room and a kitchen on two floors. For great vistas, book the Premier Rooms or the Premier Suite, which overlook the vineyards and mountains. At the resort’s spa, the hour-long Ginkgo “Elixir” Signature Treatment is a great way to unwind, with bespoke massage techniques.
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