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Battle meets Berg in Sensational South Africa

DISCOVER AUTHENTIC AFRICA WITH AUDLEY TRAVELSouth Africa’s famous Battlefields in KwaZulu-Natal offer so much more than just historical significance.  The rolling hills and lush valleys of Zululand offer an utterly memorable, authentically African experience for the whole family.  Plus visitors can enjoy exceptional value for money if they travel in the low seasons which run between May and the end of August and again for the month of December. Isandlwana Lodge is located at the site of the famous Battle of Isandlwana, where the Zulus claimed victory over the British on 22 January 1879,

Mashatu "Land of Giants" joins the Ethos portfolio

Ethos Marketing is delighted to introduce Mashatu - Botswana’s largest private game reserve and renowned ‘Land of Giants’. Its resident giants include the world’s largest mammal, tallest mammal, largest antelope, largest bird and heaviest flying bird. Add the King of the beasts and the iconic baobab tree and you can see why it is such a unique spot under the African sun.  Mashatu also boasts over 700 elephants – Africa’s largest population on private land and is a birders’ paradise with over 350 species. Mashatu encompasses an expansive 72,000 acres of pristine wilderness in the

WHATS ON IN JUNE? NAME THAT BABY GORILLA

The 10th Annual "Kwita Izina" Gorilla Naming Ceremony will be held on 21 June in Rwanda's Volcanoes National ParkEvery year in June Rwanda’s President (or a senior government official), all local park rangers and a handful of lucky tourists gather for a ceremony called "Kwita Izina" where each newborn gorilla born that year is named.  The 10th Annual “Kwita Izina” will be held on 21 June 2014 at Volcanoes National Park where names will be given to 16 new babies. The theme for this year is ‘Conserving – Empowering – Growing’. Rwanda has more than double Uganda’s habituated mountain

LAST CHANCE TO CLIMB KILI WITH BORN FREE IN OCTOBER

Is conquering Tanzania's iconic Mount Kilimanjaro on your bucket list?   Then here's the perfect opportunity for a massive tick - plus you can raise vital funds for Born Free's conservation projects while you are at it!  Just two places remain!! Join Born Free Foundation President Will Travers, OBE between 3 – 12 October 2014 for the ultimate adventure! Conquer Tanzania’s famous Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain - which peaks at an incredible 19,340ft at its snowy summit. This momentous climb will be the challenge and experience of a lifetime – but will also raise

Meander your way around South Africa's Zulu Route

RAINBOW TOURS is offering a leisurely 3 week holiday in South Africa offering an authentic African experience that encompasses key attractions including the Midlands Meander, The Drakensberg Mountains, the Battlefields, Zululand with its rich culture and game reserves and ending with a few days on one of the country's best beaches!  Not to mention savings of nearly £400 per person and loads of value adds if you travel before the end of October 2014!Rainbow Tours (020 7666 1250 / rainbowtours.co.uk) is offering a new "KwaZulu- Natal Meander"  - a relaxed three-week South Africa self-drive

ZULU HIGHLIGHTS WITH VISIONS

Ever heard of the Zulu Route?  It’s a bit like the Garden Route in South Africa – but with a Zulu twist!  It’s a region in South Africa offering immense natural beauty and a wide variety of highlights and tourist attractions all within easy driving distance of one another – so perfect for a self drive holiday. The Zulu Route is a collection of like-minded properties in KwaZulu-natal, South Africa, who share similar ethos and authenticity – accessible via an interactive website that allows you to either tailor-make your perfect holiday from scratch based on the information supplied

Mara Magic meets Beach Bliss – with 2 kids staying free!

Family Friendly Kenya - Brand new Special offer announced: two kids under 12 stay free when sharing a room with their parents in the May and October half terms for this bush and beach comboAfrica has a way of getting under your skin and touching your soul. Whether your first introduction is as a child watching Disney’s “The Lion King” or learning about it at school, or perhaps marvelling over an Attenborough “Africa” documentary or following a nail-biting “Big Cat Diary” on your television – or simply drooling over your friend’s safari snaps on Facebook! For many, an African safari is

REST WHERE GIRAFFES MIGHT “NEST”

Breathtaking new tree house experience under African skies at Motswari Private Game Reserve in  South Africa's Timbavati, near Kruger. Imagine waking up in your very own tree house in the middle of the African bush … where the only alarm clock is birdsong and the warmth of the rising sun on the horizon on your face as the bush slowly wakens and comes to life... This is the Giraffe’s Nest experience … promising an unforgettable night of adventure at Motswari Private Game Reserve in South Africa’s Timbavati, which adjoins (there are no fences) the Kruger National Park. The

Newmark expands its portfolio into the Eastern Cape in South Africa

THE HISTORICAL DROSTDY HOTEL IN GRAAFF-REINET  WILL RELAUNCH AS A FIVE STAR BOUTIQUE HOTEL ON 27 NOVEMBER 2014Newmark Hotels, Reserves & Lodges is delighted to have added the well-known Drostdy Hotel in Graaff-Reinet in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa to their already impressive portfolio. “We are extremely excited to include this remarkable hotel in our list of unique holiday options,” said Neil Markovitz, Managing Director of Newmark. “Together with four hotels in Cape Town, a renowned safari experience in the Timbavati Nature Reserve, as well as a beach hideaway in

South Africa’s iconic Blue Train announces brand new package for June 2014

Book Trailfinders’ “Western Cape and Wilderness by Luxury Rail” holiday  and “B” our guest for 3 nights for the price of 1 in June.There has rarely been a better time to plan a trip to South Africa thanks to the current exchange rate. Not only are you getting nearly 18 South African Rand to the Pound – but there are some sensational special offers available as South Africa heads into its low season. The Blue Train, Africa’s leading Luxury Train and a popular “bucket list” travel experience for many discerning travellers – has not only come down in price thanks to the favourable exchange

Elegant Golf Resorts' pay 7 stay 9 "Golf and Safari Getaway" in South Africa

Now is the time to book the ultimate “Golf and Safari Getaway” - twinning two intimate properties in South Africa, both of which have won numerous TripAdvisor Reader’s Choice Awards (including Steenberg winning Best Luxury Hotel in Africa 2011 and Garonga the “Best All Inclusive Resort in the World 2012”) – plus this 9 night package includes a free night at each property (Saving £300 per person) and some fantastic complimentary value adds as well as 3 rounds of golf! Garonga Safari Camp is an intimate owner –run safari camp with just 6 Moorish tents situated in the greater Makalali

Born Free - Simba the lion heads home

From French Zoo to Africa's bushveld ... Simba the lion is finally free to start a new chapter of his story, thanks to the efforts of Born Free and The Natuurhulpcentrum  - with partners Land Rover and Kenya Airways.This week, Born Free & The Natuurhulpcentrum (Wildlife Rescue Centre) are celebrating the safe return of Simba the lion to his homeland Africa.  He was accompanied for the last leg of his journey from Nairobi in Kenya to his new home in Malawi and given a personal welcome to his new life-long home by actress, founder and trustee of the Born Free Foundation, Virginia McKenna, OBE

Serengeti Serena in Tanzania listed amongst T+L's World's Best Hotels

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge officially one of the "World’s Best Hotels 2014"Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge in Tanzania has been featured in the World’s Best Hotels 2014- according to Travel + Leisure Magazine (T+L), published in January 2014. The annual survey carried amongst the Travel +Leisure global readership was audited and revealed the top destinations, hotels, airlines, cruise liners, spas and travel agents. Travel + Leisure is a travel  magazine  based in New York City 

Ethos Celebrates 20 years

Ethos Marketing (UK) Ltd is celebrating its 20th Anniversary in 2014 - as well as MD, Alison Whitfield's recent South African Tourism Khanya Special Achievement Award.Not only is South Africa celebrating 20 years of democracy this year …Ethos is also toasting two decades of success!  For it was this very change in South Africa’s history that inspired Founder and Managing Director Alison Whitfield to start up Ethos Marketing as one of the first representation (Sales, Marketing and Public Relations) companies in the UK focussing solely on promoting Africa.  At World Travel Market in

THE PRIDE OF MKHUZE - Lions return to Mkhuze Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

History was made recently when four lions were released into Mkhuze Game Reserve after a long absence of 44 years.  These big cats (a male and two females) are the first of a total of eight destined for the Mkhuze section of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park.  They were trans-located from Tembe Elephant Park (www.tembe.co.za) by the iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority and its conservation partner, Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife.    A fantastic conservation victory on the #ZuluRoute in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa - restoring this beautiful game reserve to "Big 5" status!History was made in December 2013

The Links at Fancourt gets Audubon Environmental Accolade for second time

The Links at Fancourt in South Africa is proud to yet again be designated as a "Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary"  - one of only two courses in South Africa that meet the requirements for this prized conservation accolade.Fancourt’s commitment to the environment and preservation of wildlife at The Links has earned this prized golf course recertification of its status as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, awarded by the international Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses. The Links and the Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club are the only  two courses

CLASSIC SOUTH AFRICA IN STYLE

New South African holiday offer by African Pride combining The Blue Train, Cape Town & a SafariThis wonderful new itinerary for 2014 allows you to experience some of South Africa’s many highlights in sublime luxury. Begin your journey with an overnight stay in Pretoria at the 5 star Castello di Monte Guest House – the perfect place to relax after your overnight flight with Virgin Atlantic. The following morning you will board the “World‘s Leading Luxury Train”, The Blue Train.  Synonymous with luxurious travel and superb service, you’ll soon settle in for your 27-hour journey to Cape

Agents go gorilla trekking with Serena Hotels in Rwanda

Gorilla trekking in RwandaEthos Marketing, the UK office for Serena Hotels, recently hosted a rare Fam trip to Rwanda which saw host Alison Whitfield and 7 tour operators off gorilla trekking.  The group included Rose Gemmell (Scott Dunn), Peter Felix (Africa Travel), Karine Loupy (World Odyssey), Andrew Fielding (Kuoni), Bina Patel (Trailfinders), Claire Chant (Audley) and Gemma Smith (Ramblers).     The group started off their adventure with a flight to Nairobi on Kenya Airways and then a 1 hour flight to Kigali where they stayed at the luxurious Kigali Serena Hotel.  The group paid

GEIGERS CAMP TO OPEN IN MOTSWARI GAME RESERVE, TIMBAVATI,  SOUTH AFRICA

New Safari Lodge to open in South Africa in January 2014We’re excited to announce that the new Geiger’s Camp is on track to open in January 2014 in the “Big 5” Motswari Private Game Reserve in South Africa.  This small, private camp will be a marriage of old and new as the newly emerging 5 star safari lodge reflects its long, rich heritage and soul of a family who has been intimately involved with conservation for many years.  Going back nearly half a century, founder Paul Geiger and later his son Roland, shared a love and passion for the African bushveld.  Now, daughter Marion Geiger

London Gala Dinner to help save rhinos in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The 23rd January 2014 will see a glamourous gala fundraiser hosted by Celebrate Life SA at the Park Lane Sheraton, raising funds for a new rhino sanctuary at Thula Thula Private Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaCelebrate Life SA, a non-profit organisation, whose focus is on assisting with the protection of the Rhino in Southern Africa, are geared up to host a Gala Dinner in London.  The event is being hosted in order to raise the profile of their campaign, as well as to raise funds to assist in the establishment of a Rhino Sanctuary at #ThulaThula in the Northern Kwa-Zulu Natal

FANCOURT’S FESTIVE FACELIFT

FANCOURT REFINES ITS HOTEL AND RESTAURANT OFFERING IN TIME FOR THE FESTIVE SEASONFancourt, the Garden Route’s leading leisure and lifestyle destination, has given the 5-star Resort Hotel a mini-facelift as part of the next phase of upgrading its facilities. Thirty hotel rooms were refurbished, and the Reception area was transformed into a spacious, contemporary area to welcome guests this festive season. New features in the reception area include a fireplace and an embracing centrepiece sofa, while the revamp of the hotel rooms included a new ‘look and feel’ with fresh paint and soft

FAM FUN IN THE FAIREST CAPE

Ethos Marketing hosts UK tour operators on a educational sightseeing trip South Africa's Western Cape and Garden RouteEthos Marketing recently hosted a Fairest Cape Fam trip which saw Alison Whitfield host 5 tour operators on a wining and dining adventure in the South African sunshine.  The group included Harriet Spicer (TUI), Sandra Robinson (Travel Counsellors), Tracy Chadwick (Carrier), William Boocock (Kuoni) and Chloe Gilchriest (Virgin Holidays).  The group stayed at Fancourt on the Garden Route where they enjoyed a fun bike ride around the estate and a day trip to Oudtshoorn to

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