Tuesday, December 6, 2011

The Roundhouse B&B | Car Rental Service

Gansbaai Accommodation The Roundhouse B&B is part of a total tourist experience in Gansbaai. This Gansbaai B&B is a three stories high round building with a thatched roof. The house has a very modern African feel to it and every care has been taken to assure your complete relaxation and comfort rated 4* but with many 5* finishes.

The Roundhouse offers a full range of exclusive facilities and services to all of their guests, including car rental, airport transfers, laundry service, central booking office, conference facilities, 6 seater Jacuzzi and free WIFI internet.

If you do not want to hire a car for your visit we can meet you at the airport or in Cape Town and transfer you through to The Roundhouse as well as a return transfer to the airport or to Cape Town. Should you not have transport we will drive you down to the harbour for your shark dives or Whale watching trips and into town should you wish to. We will make your stay as pleasurable and easy as possible without any stresses or hassles.

Some of the vehicles available include:

Economy 2-door model:
Type of car: Opel Corsa or similar
Features: 1.4lt Manual, 2-door hatchback, radio/CD
Passengers: 4 adults, 1 child
Luggage: 2 suitcases, 2 bags

Economy 4-door model:
Type of car: Chevrolet Spark or similar
Features: 1.1-1.4lt Manual, 4-door hatchback, radio/CD
Passengers: 4 adults, 1 child
Luggage: 2 suitcases, 2 bags

Economy 4-door model with air-conditioning:
Type of car: Chevrolet Spark, Kia Picanto or similar
Features: 1.4lt Manual, 4-door hatchback, air-conditioning, radio/CD
Passengers: 4 adults, 1 child
Luggage: 2 suitcases, 2 bags

Mid-size hatchback/sedan model:
Type of car: Nissan Tiida or similar
Features: 1.6lt Manual, 4-door hatchback, air-conditioning, power-steering, airbags, electric windows, central locking, radio/CD
Passengers: 5 adults
Luggage: 3 suitcases, 3 bags

Mid-size AUTOMATIC sedan model:
Type of car: Toyota Corolla or similar
Features: 1.6lt AUTOMATIC, 4-door Sedan, air-conditioning, power-steering, airbags, electric windows, central locking, radio/CD
Passengers: 5 adults
Luggage: 3 suitcases, 3 bags

The Roundhouse B&B

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

4x4 Hire Southern Africa

I have always equated 4x4 with blond bimbos (cappuccino in one hand, cell phone in the other) who power past me on the tarmac highway – not a sand dune or rocky slope in sight. My knowledge about 4WD drive was limited to 'isn't it something you need for driving up mountains?’

I couldn't understand the attraction of off-road driving or the enthusiasm of so many people for 4x4. Until, that is, I experienced it for the first time, on a travel adventure in a camper through South Africa , Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe. I discovered that Southern Africa is a 4x4 enthusiast's dream come true and that some of the most spectacular scenery is accessible only in a 4-wheel drive vehicle.

This is the story of my journey along many roads less traveled across Southern Africa.

Be safe, learn 4x4 driving
Before starting out on my travel adventure, I attended a one-day 4x4 driving course where we were taught all about traction and stability control, tyre pressures, cross-axling, wheel spin and rollover angles. We experienced driving up and down gradients, on sand, grass, mud, rocks and water. We crawled up side slopes and coped with stall starts. A whole new vocabulary opened up to me: differentials, hubs, break-over, drive shaft and transfer case. And I learnt that serious off-roading, 4x4s drivers look after their personal safety and treat the environment with respect.

4x4 hire

I chose to hire a double cab 4x4 from Drive Africa because their price includes everything – full comprehensive insurance with no excess and no cross-border surcharges. The fully-equipped camper comes with roof tent and all the other accessories you need for a camping trip, from fridges to forks to first aid kit.

Source: Drive Africa

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Villa Blu | Guest House

Tino and Riana invite you to experience indulgent hospitality, supremely comfortable bed & breakfast accommodation and spectacular coastal views at Villa Blu. A range of beautifully decorated en suite rooms, complete with private patio areas, garden or pool views and various home comforts make up the excellent facilities of this Hermanus guest house. For an intimate look at this Hermanus accommodation and the various services and facilities, as well as a detailed guide to their affordable rates visit the Villa Blu website.

Monday, September 26, 2011

Extreme Scene | Adventure Tours

Based in the bustling city of Cape Town, Extreme Scene provides the ideal base from which to experience some of the most thrilling adventures. Admire the breathtaking landscape from thousands of feet with tandem sky diving packages, explore the exquisite South African reefs with various scuba diving tours or come face to face with one of the planet’s most fearsome predators, the great white shark, with the city’s most popular activity, Cape Town shark cage diving. To find out more about these and other exciting Cape Town adventure tours visit the Extreme Scene website.

Novawes Import (Pty) Ltd

Novawes Import are the leading suppliers of specialist food ingredient supplies and pharmaceutical products, some of which include PET cold smoothie cups, examination items, hot beverage paper cups, tapioca starch, vital wheat gluten, potato starch and empty fish/vegetable/bovine/gelatin capsules. Founded in 1995, these food ingredient suppliers take pride in their company and strive to ensure the safe and punctual delivery of all their items. Navigate to the Novawes Import website to find out more about their range of products.

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Scuba Mozambique | Dive Tours

Scuba Mozambique offers travellers a guide to the best Mozambique accommodation, dive tours and dive destinations in the southeast African country, making them the leading dive travel specialists to Mozambique. Tour packages range from combination packages such as a 26 day shark and safari tour in Mozambique and South Africa to guided dive tours such as a 10 day manta, whale and whale shark combo package in Zavora and Praia do Tofo. Visit the Scuba Mozambique website to get more details about these and other exciting Mozambique dive tours.

Thursday, September 8, 2011

Jambo Guest House | Green Point Accommodation

Centrally located in the quiet Green Point suburbs, Jambo Guest House is an urban oasis offering the ideal venture point from which to explore the exciting city and surrounding areas such as Table Mountain, the iconic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and Cape Town’s numerous beaches. Comprising of 5 exquisitely decorated en suite rooms, a private English Pub style bar, lush garden and open air heated Jacuzzi spa this Cape Town bed & breakfast has all the elements needed for a comfortable and unforgettable city stay. Visit the Jambo Guest House website for an intimate look at this marvellous Green Point accommodation.

The Roundhouse | Guest House

The Roundhouse bed & breakfast, located in the quiet seaside town of de Kelders is a three stories high guest house unique in shape and design, which boasts all the elements of world class accommodation. Unparalleled hospitality, luxurious en suite rooms, marvellous décor and phenomenal panoramic views have helped The Roundhouse secure a 4-star grading from the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa. This impressive accolade combined with outstanding personal service makes The Roundhouse one of the top ranking Gansbaai accommodation establishments. Navigate to The Roundhouse website to find out more about this highly acclaimed Gansbaai bed & breakfast.

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Betta Car Hire - Cash Car Rental

With Cape Town cash car rental from a remarkable R99 per day and various helpful car rental services such as long term car hire, senior citizens discount, unlimited mileage, no extra charge for baby seats and extra drivers, free delivery and pick up within the CBD discount car rental company, Betta Car Hire no doubt offer the cheapest car hire in Cape Town. To find out more about this discount car rental company and their cash car rentals navigate to the Betta Car Hire website.


Monday, August 8, 2011

Online Shopping South Africa

Buy online with South Africa’s leading online shopping network, Online Shopping. This online store directory allows you to browse through various categories safely and easily without any of the frustration. Go to the Online Shopping South Africa website and begin searching the internet for all those goods you’ve always wanted.

Monday, July 25, 2011

Magical Cape Town Beaches


Cape Town offers some of the most beautiful beaches on the planet, with sunny white beaches stretching east to west. It’s no surprise that many of South Africa’s beaches have been awarded the blue flag status, given only to the most perfect beaches of the world. Part of the allure of this area is that this is where the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet. The Atlantic lies on the west side and is about 4 degrees cooler. Many of the most popular beaches lie on this side of the coast, with many referring to it as South Africa’s “Riviera”. These beaches are lucky to have longer days and protection for the Cape winds, making them a very pleasant experience indeed.

One of the most notable is Clifton which is comprised of 4 beaches all together, it is no doubt one of the most fashionable beaches. The wealthy all aspire to own homes fronting its snow white sands and people fly from all over to see and be seen against the backdrop of the bright blue water, decorated with gleaming white yachts.

The East coast however has the warmer water with many hidden and secluded gems, which tourists travel from far and wide to experience. These are also preferred by local families wanting to steer clear of the crowds along the west coast. Each beach has its own particular charm however, so it’s always best to go to a few and decide which is most suited to your tastes.

If you are thinking about visiting this side of the world you are sure to be left with more than just a glowing tan, but fond memories of this captivating region and the hospitable people which reside in it. There is a wide array of accommodation options you can take advantage of such as Self Catering Accommodation & Holiday Rentals or hotels. There is plenty to choose from and they line the coast, offering a wonderful way to experience the sun and surf offered by Cape Town, South Africa.

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Shark Cage Diving in Cape Town

There are some very good reasons as to why sharks are feared by millions around the world. Just viewing them at a comfortable distance from behind the thick protective glass at the aquarium can send chills down ones spine. But why not take it one step further? Venture out of your comfort zone and dive into the chilly waters to see them face to face (being protected by a cage of course). If you are planning a trip to the Cape any time soon, take a look at this article on Shark Cage Diving in Cape Town and find out more about this extreme tourist activity.