Tourism Newsletter

"The Wildlife Collection"

For further information with regards to the launch of / investment opportunities in this Exclusive African Private Wildlife Residence Club, kindly contact Francois.

francois@dutoittmcs.co.za

"Bookings cancelled due to lodge closings will receive a 90% refund. However, should you prefer to keep the monies paid in credit towards future bookings, a 100% credit will be kept. Credit coupons will be valid for travel up to and including 31 December 2007 - normal terms and conditions per fare class apply and are subject to class and seat availability. Should cancellations be requested for dates where lodges are accommodating guests, normal penalties apply. For refunds, please ensure that we receive full bank details. Our accounts department will be assessing each request individually and will effect payments in due course. Please understand that refunds do not occur overnight, but we assure you of our best intentions at all times and will endeavour to expedite this matter."

"Coral lives in a symbiotic relationship with algae called zooxanthellae. Zooxanthellae live within the coral animal tissue and carry out photosynthesis providing energy not only for themselves, but for the coral as well. Zooxanthellae are what give the coral its color. When environmental conditions become stressful, zooxanthellae may leave the coral -- leaving the coral in an energy deficit and without color, a process that is referred to as coral bleaching. If the coral is re-colonized by zooxanthellae in a timely manner, the coral will likely recover. If not, the coral may die. Coral bleaching can be caused by increases in temperature of as little as 1-2ºC above average annual maximum temperatures."

An exert from the WWF website

Thylitshia Villa Country Guesthouse is a tastefully decorated Cape Dutch Country House and combines an ambience of classic style with modern touches in four double rooms and four twin bedded rooms. Stylish en-suite bedrooms are crisp and clean with mohair blankets, TV, Air Conditioning, 24/7 Room Service and ample luggage space. Enjoy a leisurely home-cook farm breakfast or a health breakfast either on the patio (weather permitting) or in the colonial style dining room with a display of local art and original Dover Coal Stove dating back to the early 1900's, still in working order during winter. Thys du Toit welcomes you to his home and invites you to stay a while as you explore the Klein Karoo and surrounding areas.

For further information and reservations, kindly contact Wendy, wendy@dutoittmcs.co.za

Lodge Recruitments mission is to be the choice provider to the hospitality industry for all staff requirements. Lee & Steve Henwood have over 9 years of experience within the industry and have accumulated a large contact base throughout South Africa. They pride themselves in delivering a personalized service. Lodge Recruitments caters to the needs of all lodges by offering the following placements:

Reserve Managers & Assistant Reserve Managers; Camp/Lodge Managers & Assistant Camp/Lodge Managers - Single & couples; Administration Managers & Assistants; Reception & Front Office; Field Guides (Junior to Senior); Reservationists; Housekeepers; Chefs (Head, Sous); Kitchen Assistants; Beauty Therapists; Maintenance …Over and above they are able to source freelance and temporary staff.

"As the hospitality industry in South Africa continues to grow, the strength of a team made up of the right people in the right positions will be the differentiating factor between mediocrity and success." Lee & Steve Henwood

With thanks to Bruce & Barry, Directors of Gameviewers SA, for their continuous support and for including a "link" to our website on www.gameviewers.com … specialists in building game viewing and hunting vehicles in Southern Africa.

Buffelsdrift is a sprawling game farm in the foothills of the Swartberg Mountains in the Cango Valley, Oudtshoorn, Garden Route, South Africa. Pristine bushveld, lush vegetation and a 5 ha dam provide a haven for twenty game species and more than 217 bird species. In May 2004 this beautiful Nature Reserve became part of the 6th South African World Heritage Sites offering a wealth of endemic plant species. It is our aim to bring the highest quality of service to our guests and to this end we try to anticipate their every need.


Riverside Estates offer a delightful range of tastefully furnished accommodations in stylish cottages, enhanced by their natural setting, the magnificent valley of Hout Bay. Each cottage is individually decorated and fully and luxuriously equipped with all the amenities and conveniences which you require. The cottages are all self-contained and set in a lush garden through which a rippling stream weaves artfully. The main house is a spacious and majestic Cape Dutch homestead, Lothlorien, Hout Bay's newest and most prestigious guest house establishment. The four upstairs suites each have their own Juliet balcony, offering sweeping views of the mountains which surround the Hout Bay valley. Breakfasts are served in the sunlit dining room, which looks out onto the patio and the elegant Roman style swimming pool. Lothlorien gives new meaning to the concept of refined luxury and tranquility.


In a class of its own. Fresh mountain air, the tranquil sounds of nature, you are at Silvermist, a most exclusive estate situated on the slopes of the Constantiaberg Mountains, in the heart of the Cape Peninsula. The Silvermist lodges are of a high standard and positioned for superb mountain views as well as being thoughtfully designed and decorated. The lodges are self contained, comfortable and fully serviced. Each lodge has its own cozy lounge with fireplace and secluded deck with barbeques. The bedrooms are elegant and spacious. The bathrooms are well-appointed with luxurious toiletries for your enjoyment. Luxurious accommodation ensures that Silvermist will be the perfect retreat for guests.