Top Holiday Destinations

A Costa Rica Honeymoon At The Gaia Hotel & Reserve

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A Costa Rica Honeymoon could be exactly what you are looking for, and you need look no further than the Gaia Hotel & Reserve an exclusive Adults only Boutique Hotel which nestles high on a hill above the Pacific Ocean in the Manuel Antonio National Park.

Romantic honeymoon packages should be the ultimate in luxury and service, and the Gaia comfortably achieves this, and then some more!!

There is nothing better on your honeymoon vacation to be able to not only overlook the Pacific Ocean but also the surrounding rain forest, and realize that you are in the middle of the wilderness but also surrounded by and living in Luxury.

From the amazing rooms and suites, from studio rooms to 2000square foot luxury villas. They all come equipped with hi tech and high quality furnishings.

All are uncluttered even minimalistic, but include as standard things like cable flat screen televisions, home entertainment units, internet connection. There are 500 thread linens, mini bars filled according to the guest’s specifications. There are quite beautiful bathrooms with jacuzzis, and amazing views.

In addition each room has a personal valet who will look after basic needs such as laundry but will organize pretty well anything for you as well as personally take care of your room service needs.

It almost goes without saying there is a gym, where you will have your own personal trainer, and a full service Terra Spa, plus a spectacular 3-tiered infinity pool.

No Costa Rica Honeymoon would be any good without a decent restaurant serving local dishes. The open air La Luna will not disappoint you, and if you want to you can eat on your own terrace.

You will need to visit the Reserve which consists of over 12 acres, and contains a wide range of rare fauna, flora, and mammals. There are monkeys, 3 toed sloths, red eyed tree frogs, and to add to that the resort is only ten minutes from the Manuel Antonio National Park which has beautiful immaculate white sand beaches, live coral, and 346 different species.

Gaia Hotel & Reserve makes a special Costa Rica romantic Honeymoon package, and you are recommended to it.

Lodges in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve

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Arathusa Safari Lodge
+27 11 431 3852
reservations@arathusa.co.za

Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge
+27 13 744 0876
reservations@chitwa.co.za

Djuma:
Vuyatela
Bush Lodge
Galago Camp
+27 13 735 5118
djuma@djuma.co.za

Elephant Plains
+27 13 735-5358
reservations@elephantplains.co.za

Exeter:
Dulini Safari Lodge
Leadwood Lodge
River Lodge
+27 11 809 4300
safaris@andbeyond.com

Inyati Game Lodge
+27 11 880 5907/9
inyatigl@iafrica.com

Londolozi:
Pioneer Camp
Founders Camp
Granite Suites
Varty Camp
Tree Camp
+27 11 280 6655

Mala Mala:
Mala Mala Main Camp
+27 13 735 9200
maincamp@iafrica.com

Sable Camp
+27 13 735 9200
maincamp@iafrica.com

Rattray's on MalaMala
+27 13 735 3000
reception@rattrayscamp.co.za

Nkorho Bush Lodge
+27 13 735 5367
info@nkorho.com

Nottens Camp
+27 13 735 5105
nottens@iafrica.com

Sabi Sabi:
Selati Camp
+27 13 735 5771
selati@sabisabi.com

Little Bush Camp
+27 13 735 5080
littlebush@sabisabi.com

Earth Lodge
+27 13 735 5261
earth@sabisabi.com

Bush Lodge
+27 13 735 5656
bush@sabisabi.com

Simbambili Game Lodge
+27 13 735 5839 / 5214
simbambili@icon.co.za

Singita:
Singita – Ebony Lodge
Singita Boulders
Castleton Camp
Phone: +27 21 683 3424
singita@singita.com

Ulusaba
Rock Lodge
Cliff Lodge
Safari Lodge
+27 11 325 4405
enquiries@ulusaba.virgin.com

World's Top Holiday Destinations

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Here are a few names of resorts and hotels from some of the most popular holiday destinations in the world.

The Bahamas

The Grand Bahama
Nassau / Paradise Island
Cove Atlantis
Atlantis Resort

Canary Islands

Hotel Las Madrigueras
Sands Beach Resort
Mare Nostrum Resort
Gran Melia Volcan Lanzarote

Mauritius

Le Paridis
One & Only Le Saint Géran
Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa
One & Only Le Touessrok

South Africa (Safari)

Mala Mala Camp
Londolozi Pioneer Camp
Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
Ulusaba Safari Lodge
Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge

South African Safari Holiday

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Beach holidays are great in their own way with swimming, sun tanning, water sports and hopefully some relaxation but how about a mix of sunshine, relaxation and loads of serious adventure?
Go on a Safari in South Africa!!

South Africa is home to the world famous “Kruger National Park” which has 2 million hectares of pristine bush with an abundance of wildlife. Within The Kruger Park you can see the Big Five, zebra, giraffe, hippo, numerous antelope species, a staggering 500 bird species and much, much more.

For accommodation there are a number of different camps/lodges in the Kruger Park such as Skukuza Rest camp, Olifants Main Camp, Letaba Rest camp, Pretorius Kop Rest camp and many others. Most of the larger camps have swimming pools, restaurants, curio shops and even grocery stores.

Early morning and late afternoon are the best times to go on safari in search for wildlife, especially in the summer months which can easily reach temperatures as high as 40°C during the day!
Most of the camps offer game drives with qualified guides to who have a passion for sharing their knowledge about the fauna and flora to make your safari an unforgettable experience.
If you prefer to do your own safari, then just simply climb into your own vehicle and drive. You don’t need a 4 x 4 as most of the roads are tarred and in very good condition. A detailed road map of the reserve can be attained at most camps and the roads are very well signposted making it very easy to navigate through the reserve.
The gates to camps are opened early in the morning around sunrise and are closed again around sunset, so be sure to be back in time before they close.

For a somewhat more exclusive safari there are the private concessions in the Kruger National Park.
These concessions have the own properties which are not open to the public. There are no tar roads and many of them drive off-road to get closer to the game (Big 5) for better viewing.
There is a chance of seeing more game in the private concessions as the guides are in constant radio contact, calling in the different sightings and locations of the animals.
Many of the lodges have experienced trackers that sit on the bonnet of the vehicles. The tracker looks out for fresh animal tracks to follow, thus increasing the chance of seeing more.

What also adds to the experience is that many of lodges in the concessions drive with open vehicles and at night if the sky is clear, you have the most mind-blowing and amazing view of the Milky Way Galaxy!

Up for some adrenalin? If so there go on a guided bush-walk. The guide with a rifle at hand for obvious reasons takes you deep into the bush where you learn all about the birds, trees, insects, animal tracks and maybe even come across one of the Big Five! A bush-walk is a must not miss experience.

The private concessions are well known for their luxury lodges so be prepared to be spoilt with great food, superb service and excellent accommodation.

If you’re up for an adventure of a lifetime then a safari in South Africa is the perfect choice for you.

Things to do in Mauritius

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Mauritius, also known as the “Jewel of the Indian ocean” is renown as one of the most incredible tourist destinations in the world.

This holiday paradise naturally has so much to offer when it comes to luxurious hotels, resorts, sports, social activities, breathtaking scenery, excellent food and great service!

For an unforgettable holiday experience, the following resorts are highly recommended: Le Paridis, One & Only Le Saint Géran, Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa, One & Only Le Touessrok and Royal Palm Grand Baie.

Mauritius has seven superb championship golf courses to offer, which are found near to or inside the resorts. Most of the golf resorts have pro-shops and offer caddies as well as professional instructors for private lessons.
An experience not to be missed is at the La Vanille Crocodile Park in the southern part of Mauritius in the fame fatal rain forest. La Vanille Crocodile Park boasts over a thousand Nile crocodiles, giant tortoises, monkeys and bats.
You also have the opportunity to walk among the giant tortoises and even ride on them.

For a totally unique experience, go for an undersea walk. Once all kitted up in your clear bubble helmet, rubber shoes, oxygen hose and the rest of the equipment you then take a leisurely stroll along the sandy sea bed while the fish nibble food from your hands. Even if you can’t swim you can still do the undersea walk. Just awesome!
The undersea walk is all in all about half an hour long.

Ever been in a submarine? If not then Grand Baie is the place to be.
Blue Safari Submarine, has two vessels, the BS 600 (a small submarine) and the BS1100 (a large submarine). You are taken on a one-hour trip down to depths of 40 meters for fantastic views of the coral-life, fish as well as the wreck of an old Japanese fishing boat called the “Star Hope”.
And to add more to the experience, you can even stop deep down under for some lunch and wine!

For the keen fishermen, Mauritius is the ideal destination for superb deep-sea fishing. Large game species include; barracuda, tuna, marlin and a variety of sharks such as hammerhead, tiger and black fin.
For organised deep-sea fishing trips the best locations are at the Trou Aux Biches and Grand Baie.

A holiday in Mauritius, with its abundance of water sports such as parasailing, windsurfing, sea kayaking, water skiing, catamarans, snorkelling and scuba diving and much more packs the day full of action and adventure.

If you enjoy diving then you will be blown away by the stunning coral reefs and the numerous fish species to be seen. Come face-to-face eagle rays and sharks!
Other species you may encounter on dives include dolphins, whales and the ever-graceful turtles.

Diving trips can be organised through the following companies: Aquarius Diving Ltd at Grand Baie, Seafan Diving Centre at Le Palmer or Atlantis Diving Centre and Nautilus Diving Centre at Trou Aux Biches.

So as you can see, Mauritius, as a holiday destination is unquestionably a travellers’ tropical paradise, an island so beautiful, you won’t want to leave.

Caribbean Island Destinations

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The Bahamas with its 700 islands is truly a travellers’ paradise and with an almost endless amount of activities they have to offer, you won’t know where to start!
Exploring the Bahamas couldn’t be more adventurous by bicycle or just put on your sandals and take a stroll down the superb white sand beaches.

Two highly recommended islands to kick off the shoes and relax at are Nassau / Paradise Island and the Grand Bahama Island.

Nassau / Paradise Island:

Just 30 minutes away from Nassau is the Blue Lagoon Island where an unforgettable experience of a lifetime awaits, an opportunity to swim in the crystal-blue waters accompanied by one of natures’ friendliest creatures, the dolphin. The dolphin swim lasts for up to 30 minutes and you also have a chance in feeding and petting them under supervision.

Nassau has a number of different water sport activities to offer such as jet skiing, parasailing, canoeing, kite boarding, sailing, fishing and for those who are keen on diving but have never dived before, lessons available and in a few short hours you can explore Bahamas underwater life.

Activities on land include golf, cultural tours, casino games, night clubs, shopping at the straw markets and after a hard day of serious fun why not take a visit to the health spa for a relaxing massage to have you ready for the next day of adventure.

For a change of pace take a good book in one hand and an ice-cold tropical drink in the other, then take a leisurely stroll down to the beach and relax under an umbrella until the heart’s content.

Grand Bahama Island:

This tropical island is the four largest as well as the second most popular island in the Bahamas and is limitless with things to see and do.
You can scuba dive along coral reef accompanied by the dolphins or for a rush of adrenalin visit Unexso’s Shark junction and watch experienced staff hand-feed the reef sharks!
Tours for cave and wreck diving are also available as well as diving lessons.

Other water adventures include snorkelling the shallow coral reef, glass bottom boat rides, deep sea fishing, jet skiing, parasailing and much more.

Back on land you can challenge the golf course, play a game of volley ball or tennis and when the sun sets, hit the casino followed by a scrumptious meal in one of the oh so romantic restaurants.

Need some extra quiet time alone or with the partner? If so then try out the “Exotic Adventures” boat. With this charted boat the boundaries are almost endless. You can spend the day out sightseeing, fishing and snorkelling while exploring the beautiful, unspoilt and deserted islands of the Bahamas. For lunch you can have speared and freshly prepared fish by your captain and all of this at your own pace as there is no strict time table. Just perfect.

So for an unforgettable holiday, the Bahamas is a choice destination packed with fun, adventure, romance and so much more.