HOLIDAYS

Levigno - Italy
About R15 000 per person for two weeks
Great for families as well.

Built in the typical livignasc style at the start of the 1900's, our house has been completely reconstructed, we offer you apartments are tastefully furnished a traditional mountain style, where we have sought to create the warmth of your own home.

My comments:
We stayed in a self catering chalet next to the beginners slopes called La Corte. This was very cosy and very central to the shops and restaurant. This is a real white christmas dream. We booked the holiday over the internet and went via Amsterdam for 2 days.

Orange River
Orange river canoeing
Wildthing Adventures
R1950 per person

The Orange River, South Africa's largest river - rises in the Drakenberg range some 15km's south of Mont-aux-Sources and flows 2340 km's westwards until it reaches the Atlantic Ocean at Oranjemund.

An unforgettable African canoeing adventure passing through breathtaking arid Richtersveld scenery and the enjoyment of fresh scrumptious meals. Under the guidance of experienced and qualified staff you will enjoy a 4-day - 4-night adventure not easily matched. Overnight under the starlit African sky with raging campfires and good company. To top it all the water is warm and the weather naturally perfect all year round.

My comments:
We did the new years trip from the 27th to 1 Jan. Lovely outdoor experience. Nice to do with a group of friends. It’s very hot up there so be prepared, but a lovey experience. You will be on the water half a day and the rest of the day you relax on the riverbeds. The new years party was the best we had in a longtime.

Simunye Protea Hotel - Zululand Natal
Latest prices on website

A traditional Zulu "Umuzi" or homestead, divided into the home of the Zulu`s and hotel rooms. A unique resort built on the set of the movies, Shaka Zulu and John Ross.

Feel the pulsating rhythm of mysterious and magical Africa as you re-live the excitement and romance of the days of Shaka, King of the Zulus, in this authentic re-creation of the Great Kraal overlooking the Phobane Lake.

Experience the sight of assegaai-wielding warriors, share the fascinating secrets of the Sangomas and witness traditional customs such as tribal dancing, spear making and the beer-drinking ceremonies.

My comments:
Go by horseback down into a valley with this amazing place on the riverbed. Small, romantic and totally diffirent. You will experience the full tribal way of living.

Food was great and the villas is tucked away in trees and you have your own hot rock pool bath.

Tel: 035 4503111
E-mail: simunye@shakaland.com
Website: www.proteahotels.com