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H oliday season is upon us, and hopefully you are one of those
people who is taking some time out to unwind after an
eventful
2016, Since you're reading this, it's likely that some of your
leisure time will be spent enjoying Tsogo Sun's hospitality The joy
of travelling around our beautiful country at this time of year is
something to be savoured, the journey often as rewarding as the
destination,
Not that there aren't some really spectacular destinationsl Our
featured casino, Hemingways in East London, is a case in point With
a hotel that's rated among the best in SA by TripAdvisor, a direct
link to the 160 shops in Hemingways Mall and a variety of
entertainment options, this is a property well worth a visit if
you're in the area, The term 'icon' is one that's easily bandied
about,
but in the case of 54 on Bath in Rosebank, it's an unquestionably
accurate description, The red-brick building designed by architect
Guy Steenekamp and modelled on an old London gentlemen's club is a
defining symbol of Bath Avenue in Rosebank, Our hotel feature on
page 46 takes a look at this
stately property, which boasts a slew of awards - the majority
based on traveller reviews - making it a much-loved favourite of
guests from all around the globe, At this time of year, we at Tsogo
Sun take even more care than usual to provide memorable
experiences, and there are some exceptional productions and events
coming to a venue near you, Top of the list is The Great Moscow
Circus, which is guaranteed to provide thrills for young and old
alike at Montecasino, For more details, turn to page 97 - and don't
forget to check out the websites of our entertainment destinations
for the full line-up in your city
No matter what you are celebrating this festive season, there is no
better way to mark the occasion than with a bottle of bubbly, and I
invite you to do so at one of our luxury or Southern Sun
properties, where we offer preferential pricing on sparkling wine,
We have also invested in a select range of auction wines from both
the Nederburg and Nedbank Cape Winemakers Guild auctions, which we
believe will enhance your experience even further, Our Cafe Cru
venue in The Pivot at Montecasino, featured on page 74, is just one
of the many restaurants where guests can enjoy a bottle of the good
stuff This gem also offers the opportunity to purchase wines to
take home - particularly our auction wines, a must for every
collector, On that festive note, I'd like to wish all our guests a
peaceful holiday season, filled with the joy
of family and friends, and a new year that brings just the right
mix of work and play
Marcel von Aulock Chief Executive Officer
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TOP ARTS The budding artistic talents of four Grade 9 pupils from
the Tsogo Sun Arts Academy at Hemingways Casino in East London were
recognised when their artworks won one double gold, two golds and
three bronzes at the High School Art Exhibition, held at Belgravia
Art Centre in East London. Gugu Goxo won double gold for her oil
painting, Imperfections, and gold for her series of three
mixed-media portraits, titled We Are Beautiful. Mbali Maninjwa won
gold for her mixed-media drawing, Dream Feather, and bronze for her
watercolour, Arum Lilies. Gugu Goxo was awarded a bronze for her
watercolour, called Vase of Roses. Zilungile Mqhaba won bronze for
her watercolour, Sunflower.
It offers seamless connectivity, and real
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features multilingual unctional ty or the convenience of
interriatio al guests, secure payment and Immediate confirmation,
as well as a shopping-basket eature, w ich allows
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AchangeoJpace Step inside the face-brick facade of 54 on Bath and
you will instantly forget the daily hustle of living in South
Africa's City of Gold. Steeped in sophisticated elegance, this
stylish, plush boutique hotel offers quality, intuitive service and
warm hospitality to business and leisure travellers. Located near
the Rosebank Mall and the Gautrain's Rosebank station, guests at
the hotel have convenient access to world-class shopping and
exciting attractions, as well as to OR Tambo
54 ON BATH HOTEL
Rest your head at this exclusive urban address and enjoy a slew of
simple luxuries, from 24-hour room service to complimentary WiFi.
Come morning time, fix yourself a cup of coffee, just the way you
like it, from your room's very own Illy espresso machine. With 75
rooms in total, choose between deluxe standard rooms, executive
rooms and three luxury suites (each with their own private balcony)
Art deco-inspired interiors are found throughout the hotel, and
luxurious wall papers and luxe furnishings offer texture and
interest to
HOTEL 54 ON BATH
Eat, sip, love Ride the elevator up to Level Four Restaurant and
treat yourself to a distinctive fine-dining experience for lunch or
dinner. The restaurant also hosts a sumptuous afternoon high tea of
classic nibbles and Royal brews served al fresco, should you wish,
on the outdoor terrace. An ideal locale for a sundowner or
pre-dinner drink, the adjacent Veuve Clicquot Signature Champagne
bar has an extensive menu of bubbly and a choice of tasty snacks to
tantalise your taste buds.
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HOTEL 54 ON BATH
Down to business Execute the perfect event with the help of 54 on
Bath's dedicated conference team, with whom finer details (such as
special menus), are easily arranged Each of the hotel's six
well-appointed venues can be configured to your event's specific
needs - be that a business meeting, conference, cocktail party or
breakfast presentation - accommodating as many as 120 guests
HOTEL 54 ON BATH
Take shape Tackling stress and staying healthy is only a pleasure
with regular visits to the high-energy Rosebank Fitness Club, where
a personal trainer can be arranged on request. On hot summer days,
keep cool with leisurely lengths in the
mezzanine garden's sparkling swimming pool
Grand idea East London's Hemingways Casino delivers a world of
entertainment in charming surrounds
Spoilt for choice As the name suggests, Hemingways Casino is
inspired by the luxurious Key West home of famous author Ernest
Hemingway, and brings a winning combination of gaming, live
entertainment, blockbuster movies, restaurants and shopping to East
London in the Eastern Cape With so much to enjoy, you may want to
extend your visit with a stay at the four-star Southern Sun
Hemingways hotel, conveniently located nearby
HEMINGWAYS CASINO
Get your game on With 507 slot machines and a wide selection of
table games - including American roulette, blackjack and poker -
Hemingways Casino offers plenty of excitement for enthusiasts and
novices alike in a cosy, intimate setting High rollers are invited
to play in the private confines of the exclusive Salon Prive, while
beginners will equally enjoy themselves with slot and video poker
machines.
Grab some refreshments and
catch a movie with the whole family at one of six theatres
(offering both 2D and 3D screens)
at movies@ Hemingways
Eat, drink, relax Visitors to Hemingways won't go hungry with the
wide selection of restaurants. There is something to suit every
dining
taste, from casual to sophisticated Key Largo at Southern Sun
Hemingways offers a breakfast buffet and, come dinner time, a blend
of flavourful dishes featuring Caribbean influences. Sports fans
should
head to Latitudes Action Bar for a tasty meal, cold beer and plenty
of big-screen action. If it's rustic charm and pretty garden views
you're after, Cafe Felix bar and restaurant is the place to be,
with sushi and braai food
among the menu items. A variety of breakfast options are also
served
from 8 to 11 am.
You could win a two-night stay at Southern Sun Hemingways for two
people sharing, including
breakfast, dinner and two movie tickets. To enter, visit
tsogosuncom, click on 'Equinox' and answer
the question to submit your electronic entry This competition
closes 37 January 2077 The winner will be chosen by means of a
lucky draw and will be
notified by telephone or email. The oriqine! prize letter must be
presented The prize winners name will be announced on tsogosun.com,
subject to his or her
consent. The prize can be taken up at any time but IS subject to
availability and excludes long weekends and peak periods. The prize
IS not transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash Entries are
limited to one per person The competition IS not open to Tsogo Sun
or Hiqbbury Media employees or their families. Terms
and conditions apply
Tsogo Sun proudly supports the National Responsible Gambling
Programme. Winners know when to stop. Only persons over 78 years
are permitted
to gamble. Contact the toll-free helpline on 0800 006 OOB
A sel)sory wine experience
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Tsogo Sun is one of the biggest buyers at the most prestigious
South African wine auctions. This allows
us to provide our guests with a selection of the finest and rarest
wines available in the country. The wines are available at a number
of our restaurants countrywide at
a minimum mark-up - thereby making these wines both accessible and
affordable, turning every visit to us into
a special occasion. Experience our sought after range of auction
wines at participating hotels and restaurants or
buy directly at Cafe Cru situated at The Pivot at
Montecasino.
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