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YOURTRAVEL'GUIDE'PAREXCELLENCE

our Travel 'Guide'Par Excellence

You are a traveller and you want tovisit the Cape. You go onto the web,and it is very likely you will come acrossthis: "Welcome to Cape Country Routes- Discover the best Western and EasternCape accommodation and experience abroad range of activities to keep you andyour family enter tained".

Cape Country Routes came into beingin 1997. It is the outcome of a conceptbrought about by hotelier Gert Lubbeand a few other enterprising owners ofindependent hotels and country innsjoining hands to form an umbrella bodythat gives them the benefits of sharedmarketing costs, and enables them toestablish a code of ethics and high servicestandards. From conception they hopedthat this, in turn, would encourage visitorsto South Africa to explore the scenic,romantic, and historic routes between

the two harbour cities of Cape Town and

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Port Elizabeth. Currently, Cape Countr yRoutes membership comprises of morethan 20 independently owned hotels,lodges, guest houses, and activities. Hereare just a few:

In the Western Cape:Agulhas Countr y Lodge - Situated

at the southernmost tip of Africa wheretwo oceans meet, this oasis offers whalewatching and safe swimming at Struisbaai,and boasts the longest uninterruptedwhite beach in Southern Africa.

Arniston Spa Hotel - Set above a pristinebeach, this luxurious four-star hotel is the

pearl on this rugged Cape coastline.Cascade Countr y Manor - This family-

run, Mediterr anean-style villa, situated 11

kmsfrom Paarl, is a luxurious private retreatsituated just beyond the majestic KleinDrakenstein. Surrounded by a 100-year-oldOlive orchard it is, without a doubt, one of

the most perfect places to relax.

D'Olyfboom Family Estate - Set againstthe Paarl Mountains and overlooking thetown, vineyards, and countryside, theambience of this historic estate creates afeeling of calmness and tranquility

De Hoop Collection - Nestled in the DeHoop Nature Reserve, east of Bredasdorpon the world-renowned Garden Routeand Whale Route, De Hoop Collection ischaracterised by its rich biodiversity, rarespecies of fynbos, best land-based whalewatching, and an untouched coastline.

De Zeekoe Guest Farm - A mere sevenkilometr es outside of Oudtshoorn andsituated on the scenic Garden Route, thisparadise is surrounded by the famousSwartberg and Outeniqua mountains.

Eendracht Hotel & Apartments - In theheart of the oldest part of Stellenboschyou will find this elegant, unique, andaward-winning village hotel, where you willexperience true South African hospitality .

Evergreen Manor & Spa - Also situated inStellenbosch and built in 1904, EvergreenManor & Spa welcomes its guests withfriendly luxury and warm hospitality . BothEvergreen Manor & Spa and EendrachtHotel & Apartments are within walkingdistance of excellent restaurants andcoffee shops, museums, art galleries, andtheatres, and are a convenient base from

which to explore Cape Town.Montagu Countr y Hotel - Located on

Route 62, the gateway to the little Karoo,this impressive hotel is surrounded bymountains and enjoys glorious weatherall year round.

WildehondekloofReserve - an exclusive, luxurious lodge in

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the Western Cape's "Ostrich capital of theworld", Oudtshoorn.

In the Eastern Cape:Supertubes Guest House - Located

in Jeffreys Bay in the Eastern Cape and astone's throw from the famous surfing beachof JeffreysBay,sitsSuper tubes Guest House- the perfect escape for beach lovers.

Zuurberg Mountain Village - aunique mountain-top retreat set in 160hectares of indigenous vegetation, with

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breathtaking views overlooking theAddo Elephant National Park.

In the Northern Cape:New Holme Country House - a

charming, three-star retreat situatedwithin the newly proclaimed Karoo GariepNature Reserve.

Naries Namakwa Retreat - a beautifuland romantic hideaway on the edge ofthe Spektakelberg between Springbokand Kleinzee.

The CCR activity options include:@ Four Cousins - Located in the heart

of Rober tson, this venue offers visitors theoppor tunity to enjoy a wide range of foodand wine pairings, Boet Beer tasting, andwhiskey pairings.

Van Loveren Wines - South Africa'slargest family-owned winery is idealfor food and wine tasting experiences,hiking, and garden tours.Adventure Shop - perfect for activity

tours, adventures, safaris, and overland

travel. Tours include guided bike toursthrough Stellenbosch.

American Dream Cars (at the MontaguCountr y Hotel) - Enjoy the experience of alifetime with a ride in a genuine American

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Dream Car, a 1956 Cadillac Sedan De Ville,and a 1956 De Soto Fire Flight Sportsman.

Kobus se Gat - Lying at the foothills ofthe majestic Swartberg Mountain Pass,this gem provides an authentic SouthAfrican culture experience and panoramicviews of the Swartberg Mountain.

Marine Dynamics - enjoy shark tours,Marine Big Five viewing, and whale-watching tours.

Five Shy Meerkats - this venue's mostpopular adventure isthe daily tour of the wild,yet habituated, meerkats and their habitat.

Safari Ostrich Farm - a working ostrichfarm in Oudtshoorn.

So, when planning your next trip, whetherit is action, adventure, leisure, pleasure,wildlife, or tranquility that you are lookingfor, be sure to consult Cape Countr y Routes.It has it all - amazing attractions, quality

thatare chosen for character, easy drivingaccommodation with properties

and oppor tunities to meet the localsSouth African

hospitality . These are the hallmarks ofand experience true

Cape Country Routes.For- more- information,please visit

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