Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Find Addo B&B Accommodation and Addo Guest House Accommodation Easily

Addo is in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa and world renown for its elephant attraction. To have an amazing and awe inspiring time, find your guest house accommodation or Addo B&B accommodation in a perfect setting. You will learn that the Eastern Cape is one of the fastest growing tourist destinations in the world.

It is attractive in that it is malaria free and offers an abundance of animal viewing of elephants, Rhinos, buffaloes, Lions and Leopards. You will also be able to experience and witness both whales and sharks – a truly remarkable opportunity. The climate is quite moderate all year around, so a great holiday destination. The sea in the Eastern Cape is also relatively warm, making it an absolutely ideal choice – Wildlife, sea life, moderate temperature, super sea and friendly people.

The area offers truly South African hospitality and culture. You will certainly get a feel for the country and its vibe by acquainting yourself with this part of the land. Your guest house/ Addo B&B accommodation hosts are also passionate about the Eastern Cape and will be able to refer you to the ideal local hot spots – including having an elephant ride nearby.

It is quite a tropical area, so fruit – particularly citrus will be in abundance – just like every thing else good. Great food, really quality and affordable accommodation. Your accommodation establishments will ensure you have adequate privacy along with tending to your hospitality needs. Add to your life experience by taking in this special opportunities offered.

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Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Woodall Country House Spa

The Spa, a sanctuary for relaxation, personal rejuvenation and serious pampering flows onto a full size pool, fringed with palms and a waterfall. Facilities include a massage and therapy room, steam room, sauna, hydrotherapy bath and spacious double showers. The gym, which is fully equipped, offers cardiovascular and strength training facilities.

A full range of facial and body treatments that leave you feeling pampered, relaxed and rejuvenated are available. All Skincare treatments make use of the extraordinary Dermalogica products with treatments specifically designed to address personal skin needs. Individual skin types are fully analysed, cleansed and exfoliated, followed by massage and application of mask, serum and moisturizer. Our Skincare Treatments will leave you with perfectly hydrated, relaxed and radiant skin.

A wide range of massage therapies are on offer. These include Swedish, Aromatherapy, Foot Massages, and Hot Stone Massages which will melt the tension from each and every muscle. During these treatments you will feel lighter. Your spirit will be lifted and tension released as you dissolve into a dreamy state.

Body exfoliations with Aromatherapy and Mineral Salts that will lift dead skin cells and Hydrotherapy and Sea Mud Packs, which will detoxify, refresh and relax your body, are recommended. Our Jet Lag treatments will alleviate the negative symptoms of jet lag so you can have the full benefits of your stay. Also enjoy our luxury Manicures and Pedicure treatments for perfectly groomed hands and feet.

Various packages are available to suit your needs.

Recharge in our tranquil setting and leave feeling pampered, relaxed and rejuvenated. Once you have experienced a wonderful Spa experience, even more awaits you. The rest of our team will treat you to private game drives, stylish lunches and regional gourmet cuisine to round off your stay with us.

Facilities

Beauty Salon
Therapy / Massage Room
Couples room
Mobile therapy beds for in-room treatments
Hydrotherapy bath with double outdoor showers
Sauna
Steam room
Gymnasium
Spa boutique
Outdoor treatments available
Outdoor Swimming pool
Various relaxation areas throughout the Country House

Signature Treatments

Citrus Therapy, Jet Lag Package

Treatments & Therapies

Aromatherapy, body scrubs, body wraps, facial treatments, hand and foot treatments, heat treatments, hydro therapy, hot stone treatments, jet lag treatments, lymph drainage, Swedish massage, reflexology,foot massage, waxing, manicures, pedicures, purifying back treatments, in room massage treatments, full and half day packages.

Spa Cuisine

Spa Cuisine that is low in kilojoules, can be enjoyed overlooking the water sanctuary. Fresh fruit juices and herbal teas are available throughout the day. Dinners are gourmet six course set menus featuring local cuisine. Light lunches and champagne breakfasts available. Room service. Provisions for various dietary requirements are available on request.

Services

Consultation, health care, skin care, baby-sitting, corporate programmes, gift vouchers, transfers

Admission Day visitors welcome. Special Day packages are available. Non-residents have access to the gymnasium if a Day Package is booked.

Woodall Country House – Addo

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Thursday, June 25, 2009

Eastern Cape elephant population exploding

Eastern Cape wildlife experts and researchers are excited about the boom in the province’s elephant population which has increased from 11 to an estimated 400 in almost 70 years in the Addo Elephant National Park alone.

The Knysna region has also experienced a phenomenal increase, according to researchers.

Dr Andre Boshoff, a researcher at the University of Port Elizabeth, said the increasing number of elephants was “undoubtedly” a major boost for many tourism-related economic activities in the poverty-stricken province.

He said research had showed that by the mid-1990s, the elephant population in the Addo Park was contributing about R350-million a year to the local, regional and national economy.

The university’s Terrestrial Ecology Research Unit director, Professor Graham Kerley, pointed out that the excellent elephant-viewing opportunities in the park were clearly a major draw card for both local and international tourists.

Similarly, the elephants have made a large contribution to the economic success of many of the larger private game reserves that have recently been developed in the region.

In one case, a gross annual income of R100 a hectare under stock farming had been increased four-fold to R414 per ha under wildlife.

Addo’s resort manager, Dawid Momberg, said the park would soon surpass the 120 000 visitor mark per year.

Overnight occupancy in the park was 98 percent in October this year, and its accommodation was fully booked from November until mid-February 2003. – Sapa

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Thursday, March 19, 2009

Addo Elephant Ride

Imagine riding on the back of an elephant – yes, right here in Addo, Eastern Cape you can experience an Addo elephant ride.

I would consider myself an experienced traveler – having tried many adventures to sooth my soul that I have lived and experienced and taken in every moment. But what a treat to know that Southern Africa offers these special elephant adventures in the elephant land of Addo. Experiencing an elephant tour adventure is an awesome experience that certainly gets put to memory bank as one of life’s super moments – where you feel alive.

More so, having that adventure in Addo, you contribute to the elephant conservation programmes as you are inevitably supporting the providers of Addo elephant tours, for which they need the elephants.

Addo, in the Eastern Cape, is considered the elephant capital of the world. So there is no better place to savour an elephant adventure tour in Addo. The conservation parks in Addo have contributed significantly to the conservation and protection of elephants. By offering elephant rides, they embrace their conservation project, attract tourists and generate revenue for additional conservation efforts.

The opportunity is also provided to walk with these glorious animals and feed them. It’s a super opportunity and one to seek. Right up high overseeing the world as you reflect on where you are – on the back of an elephant (in Addo) under the supervision of trained and experienced tour guides.

After your elephant adventure in Addo, head for another exciting tourist attraction nearby – steer for the sea or for more game experiences.

The Eastern Cape offers so much beauty, peace and tranquility. Addo bed and breakfasts/ B&B and other Eastern Cape bed and breakfasts/ B&B have adopted this natural and hospitable approach and eagerly await a visit from you to treat you to the natural treasures.

There are so many benefits. Rates are exceptionally affordable. The sea is beautiful, calm and wonderfully warm and there are so many ways to fill your days.

Rest up and enjoy your selected Addo bed and breakfast/ B&B or other Eastern Cape bed and breakfast/ B&B. Even if you are a great adventurer, you will want to make some time to enjoy your selected accommodation.

Addo is known for its elephants – so either pay them a visit or take an Addo elephant safari. The area is also rich in natural beauty, such as citrus.

You are safe from malaria and can take in the awesome beauty of some of South Africa’s local sunsets.

You are also welcome to visit a local Addo game reserve or Eastern Cape game reserve.

Your stay at your Addo bed and breakfast or Eastern Cape bed and breakfast will be to your liking. Some offer superior luxury, air–conditioning, fans, laptop digital safes, DSTV, telephones, internet access, coffee & tea making facilities, hairdryers and more. Bathrooms may be equipped with amenities to accommodate your stay and make you feel treated with service.

The Eastern Cape comes with friendliness and exceptional hospitality service. You will find your Addo bed and breakfast/ B&B and Eastern Cape bed and breakfast ready to be flexible and accommodate your every need – whether you are on business, getting married, having a function or just relaxing.

Visit http://www.guestfiles.co.za for all your Addo bed and breakfast/ Addo B&B and other Eastern Cape bed and breakfast/ Eastern Cape B&B needs, as well as other Southern African tourism services – including a free tourism newsletter every 2 weeks, a tourism portal with accommodation, tours, car hire and more
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Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Addo Elephant National Park

Woodall Country House : http://www.woodall-addo.co.za/

Founded in 1931, Addo Elephant National Park has been expanded to include the Woody Cape Nature Reserve which comprises the Sundays River, St. Croix Island and Bird Island.

You can take guided or self-drive tours to watch the animals in their natural habitat. Hiking, walking and horse back riding tours are also available.

Location

Addo Elephant National Park, one of South Africa’s 20 parks, is located close to Port Elisabeth.

How to get to Addo

The nearest airport is located in Port Elizabeth, at 75 km/46 miles from the park. If you are an international traveler, you need to fly first to Johannesburg or Cape Town and then take a domestic flight to Port Elisabeth.

Once arrived at the airport, you can choose between the coach services or renting your own car. Since Addo sees mostly self-drive visitors, renting a car might be the perfect option.

Take the N2 highway from Port Elisabeth and head to Grahamstown. When you see the sign “Motherwell”/ “Addo Elephant National Park” make a left turn and head to Motherwell. Follow the road and look for the entrance to the park on the right hand side of the road. The distance is 72 km/44.7 miles and takes about an hour.

The Wildlife

The park contains five of the seven major vegetation zones in South Africa and is natural habitat for the Big Seven: buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard, rhinoceros, whale and great white shark.

The park is home to more than 400 elephants, 400 Cape Buffalos, 48 endangered black rhinos, lions, hyenas, antelopes and the only place where you’ll find the flightless dung beetle. Bird Island is home to gannets, penguins and a variety of marine wildlife.

Activities

While visiting Addo you can choose among several types of tours. You can walk, hike, drive or horse ride.

There are several Guided Game Drives available. Booking in advance is required mostly in the high season (October to March). There are sunrise, sunset, day and night drives available.

Eyethu Hop-on is the best option for tourists. You can hire a local guide who gets on your vehicle and guides you through the area. These are locals who have been trained for such activities. If you want to hire a guide to go with you on your car, you will pay 100 ZAR for a 2 hours tour.

Self-Drive Game Viewing is also an option at Addo. Visitors pay only the conservation fee.

There are two horse trails –Addo and Zuurberg- both for rookies and advanced horse back riders.

If you prefer to walk or hike, there are several trails to choose from. Cycad Trail is only one hour while Doringnek Trail is a four hours trail, taking you to a natural water pool.

Among other activities, there is also the possibility to go bird watching, take 4×4 self-guided tours, take a dip in the swimming pool or go to a picnic.

You can read more about the guided tours at Addo on the official website.

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Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Woodall Country House Packages

Woodall Addo | Addo Accomodation

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  • SPA / GAME PACKAGES – For prices please visit Woodall Addo

    Two Night Spa/Game Package:

    (21 September 2008 – 30 April 2009)

    (1 May 2009 – 20 September 2009)

    (Includes VAT, luxury accommodation, full breakfast daily, complimentary drink on arrival , sundowner snacks each evening and unlimited use of gym. All extras for own account – e.g. meals not specified, drinks, telephone, gratuities etc)

    Day One:

  • Complimentary drink on arrival
  • Hydrotherapy Bath or Sauna or Steam Shower with Aromatherapy oils
  • Foot Massage
  • Sundowner Snacks
  • Gourmet 6 course Dinner

    Day Two:

  • Woodall Game Drive to Addo National Elephant Park (8:30am to 1:00 pm) includes transfer, entrance fee, drinks and snacks, private ranger and 4 to 5 hour drive in open Landcruiser.
  • Aromatherapy Back Neck and Shoulder Massage a 45 min treatment with aromatherapy oils
  • Sundowner Snacks
  • Gourmet 6 course Dinner 
  • Three Night Spa/Game Package:

  • (21 September 2008 – 30 April 2009)

    (1 May 2009 – 20 September 2009)

  • (Includes VAT, luxury accommodation, full breakfast daily, complimentary drink on arrival, sundowner snacks each evening and unlimited use of gym. All extras for own account – e.g. meals not specified, drinks, telephone, gratuities etc)

    Day One:

  • Complimentary drink on arrival
  • Hydrotherapy Bath or Sauna or Steam Shower with Aromatherapy oils
  • Foot Massage
  • Sundowner Snacks
  • Gourmet six course Dinner

    Day Two:

  • Woodall Morning Drive to Addo Elephant National Park (8:30am to 1:00 pm) including transfer to Addo , conservation entrance fee, drinks and snacks, private ranger and 4 to 5 hour drive in open Landcruiser
  • Aromatherapy Back Neck and Shoulder Massage a 45 min treatment with aromatherapy oils that will soothe away any tension you may possibly have – Sundowner Snacks
  • Gourmet six course Dinner

    Day Three:

  • Specialized Skin Care Treatment
  • A one hour and fifteen minute treatment that will boost the basic functions of the skin, including a cleanse and exfoliation under a light mist of steam, followed by a serum application and pressure point massage
  • Schotia Private Game Reserve: “Tooth & Claw” Safari: (45 minute drive from Woodall transfer not included). One of the best chances to see lions in the wild. Drive leaves at 15h00 and returns at 20h00, following which a traditional South African meal is served under the stars in a thatched open air lapa. Transfer not included.
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Friday, September 12, 2008

The Top 5 Activities in South Africa

By Chris Kyle

Woodall Addo | Addo Accomodation

1. The Kruger National Park. Located in the North of South Africa, close to the Mozambique border, the Kruger National Park is one of the most amazing natural reserves in the world for the amount of wildlife it has to offer is simply unequalled. Established over 100 years ago, Kruger is now a world renowned national park for its advanced environmental management techniques as well as its inhabitants. The central regions tend to be drier than the southern areas, but both carry different kinds of wildlife and are equally breath-taking. Kruger is also home to many game lodges so you can stay the night in the middle of the most amazing wildlife reserve in the world.

2. The Table Mountain. Probably the most distinctive mountain in the world with its huge, flat top, Table mountain is surrounded buy the Cape Town beaches and Oceans. There are two ways to get to the top of the mountain, both equally spectacular; the first one is to walk up the mountain, a hard and arduous journey but completely worth it. The second way up the mountain is using the cable cart that takes you directly from Oranjezicht through the Platteklip gorge to the top of the mountain. The Table Mountain Cableway is one of Cape Town’s landmarks, and the top of the mountain has incidentally become one of the most famous trips in South Africa.

3. South Africa’s Game Reserves and National Parks. The amazing amount of wildlife in South Africa is an amazing attraction, but calls for preservation. In this spirit, many reserves and national parks which allow tourist to see hundreds of species without causing the destruction of the animals’ natural habitat have been created. In these reserves, you can reserve a lodge for the night, or even go on Safaris, including the big 5 safari. South African Game Reserves and Natural Parks offer such an amazing array of wildlife that it would be a shame to miss them.

4. Cape Town’s Beaches. Cape Town’s beaches are renowned around the world for being one of the first countries outside Europe to bear the blue flag status, an award for the quality of beaches around the world. The Cape Town 1000 metre-long peninsula has hundreds of beaches to offer. The peninsula’s Atlantic coast is known as Cape Town’s Riviera for its unique unspoilt sceneries and is where fashionable people go to be seen. On the other hand, the Cape Town beaches of Table Bay are perfect for any kind of watersport, and bear the most amazing views of Table Mountain, but the winds do not encourage activities such as sun bathing.

5. Robben Island. Located 12 kilometres of Cape Town, Robben Island is a symbol of the country’s history as it was a prison during the apartheid, but then came to symbolise the triumph of the human spirit over adversity. The Island now bears a museum, and amazing views of Cape Town’s peninsula and coast that cannot be missed.

Chris Kyle is an experienced travel writer/blogger specialised in African Holidays and Safaris. So if you require any more information or advice about trips to South Africa, make sure you have a look at Cape Town trips for amazing experiences in Africa.
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