The Northern Cape is once again in the spotlight with Kathu being nominated in the Kwêla and Rapport Town of the Year competition. The hugely popular competition is run on a regional basis with towns being nominated to represent each region. The regional winners will go up against each other in August. Kathu means “town under the trees” and was named for the forest of indigenous camel thorn trees in which it is located. This forest is reckoned to be one of only two in the world and has been recognised as a national heritage site. Considered as the iron capital of the Northern Cape, this rustic town has a special ambience that has enticed residents and visitors for years with its unique blend of country-style living and modern development. The town and surrounding areas offer visitors a treasure trove of exciting experiences ranging from abseiling to 4x4 trips, game and bird watching, a recreation resort with camping, fishing and horse-riding facilities as well as a sports club. Visitors can also explore the mining history of the region during a mine tour of the world’s largest open-cast iron mine. Keen golfers should not miss playing a couple of rounds at the beautiful Sishen Golf and Country Club on the outskirts of town, rated as one of the top 20 courses in the country. Accommodation facilities range from luxury four-star lodges, star-graded bed and breakfasts to guests farms or camping facilities. Kathu is located in the heart of the Kalahari region of the Northern Cape, an area world-renowned for its spectacular scenic beauty. With its vast open plains interspersed by the undulating red dunes of the Kalahari desert, the region is perfectly geared for outdoor pursuits ranging from hiking to game viewing and is a gateway to world-famous safari destinations Namibia and Botswana. Do vote for Kathu and ensure its place in the finals, SMS Kathu to 33157 from 29 July till 7 August. Fabulous prizes are up for grabs for anyone who enters the SMS competition, …
School holiday special from Fish River Sun
The Fish River Sun is offering a winter special for families wanting to take a winter break. Two adults and two children under 12 can stay in a King Leisure Room with dinner, bed and breakfast for R1 450 a night, with a minimum of two nights. “There is so much for the children to do at the Fish that we feel it would be a waste to spend just one night,” says Fish River Sun administration manager, Karen Lee. Children and their parents can relax and swim in the heated pool, go on nature walks, spend time at the beach, play adventure golf – or just relax. From June 22 to July 15 young guests will be allowed to use the PlayStation games, table tennis tables and other activities free. For those wanting something different, twin rooms are available at R700 a night, King Leisure self-catering R975 a night, and a full self-catering unit at R1 675 a day. Children aged between three and 12 are also encouraged to join in the fun at Kamp Kwena, which is open daily. “We want parents also to have time to themselves, so we will keep the youngsters entertained between six and 10 in the evenings at Kamp Kwena as well. That gives adults time to enjoy a leisurely dinner,” says Lee. Residents also qualify for golf and health spa discounts. A round of golf costs R85 mid-week, and R100 on week-ends for residents, while the Body and Skin Clinic is offering a 20 per cent discount on all facials, which include a free eyebrow shape and tint. Contact: Fish River Sun Resort: Karen Lee: 040 6761101 Siyathetha: Maureen Dalzell: 041 582 3750 More Info: Author: Ed Richardson from Siyathetha Communications . Originally distributed by MyPR.co.za. No of Images Uploaded: None To gain access to None image/s please Like, Tweet or +1 this article: [l2g] Images: Photographer: Photographer: Photographer: [/l2g] …
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Local tourism website receives warm welcome in China
JUNE 4TH - THE NELSON MANDELA Bay Tourism (NMBT) foray started on a high note with high profile media coverage when it successfully launched its mandarin website (http://www.nmbtcn.com) in Beijing and signed letter of intent with the General Secretary of Asia Art Expo (also known as Asia Arts Top Show) during their visit to the country as part of the South African Tourism (SAT) China workshop entourage. The website's launch forms part of NMBT's strategy in marketing the city during their ten day visit to the country from June 3rd to 12th. The objective of signing the letter of intent is to develop an exchange programme between artists and creating an international awareness of Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB). "The launch was extremely well attended" said an excited NMBT CEO, Mandlakazi Skefile from Beijing yesterday (subs: Wednesday). "This is the time and place to further our city's exposure on an international capacity - the Mandarin website is just the first step of achieving this. By translating the website content into Mandarin it has made Nelson Mandela Bay and its offerings just that much more accessible to this audience, and is a proof of our ongoing commitment to grow the city's presence in the Chinese markets." she added. CCTV, China's largest television station, along with the state owned internet news website, Xin Hus, and many others, covered the event extensively. "Workshops like this create a number of opportunities for NMBT to market our wonderful city's treasures. It is a platform for building international relationships with significant tourism bodies from around the world. After gaining international exposure from events like Meetings Africa and Indaba right here at home, it is to our advantage to keep that momentum going - on international soil, none the less," she added. Among the dignitaries at the launch was the Important Events Promotion Centre of Beijing Tourism committee representative, Mr Xiaoyong Shi, Chinese tourism industry …