We’re all for public holidays and there’s one coming your way. Women’s Day is going to be celebrated on the 9th August 2012, which means that a well-deserved, treat-yourself-session is hopefully in store for all the woman out there. Better yet, you can make a long weekend out it. I’m pretty sure that our ever-faithful SABC 1, 2 and 3 will be broadcasting chick flicks the whole weekend, but I’m going to give you some good reasons why you don’t have to be a couch potato and spend your time at home this Women’s Day weekend. Whether it’s wine tasting in the winelands or a spa treatment at a wellness centre, make sure you are at the top of the list.
1. A foodie and wine weekend
How about a weekend away indulging in food and wine? There are several great foodie festivals taking place over the Women’s Day long weekend, including the Robertson Slow 2012 and the Hermanus Wine and Food Fair. Taking place in the heart of wine country, there will be plenty of opportunity to crack open several bottles of wine and taste the top-notch wines on offer.
Robertson Slow 2012
The Robertson Slow 2012, taking place from 10-12 August, will place you slap-bang in the middle of the Robertson Wine Valley where they have a wonderful health philosophy: slowly made, slowly enjoyed. You can experience true country life for a weekend, with food and wine the focus, by learning how to blend your own wine, making your own honey, taking a fynbos drive or even enjoying an evening of story-telling. Don’t let the ‘slow’ in the Robertson Slow Festival delay you in getting to this foodie festival. Prices vary according to the programme you choose.
Tel: 023 626 3167 or click here for more information.
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Prices from R390 per person sharing per night.
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Hermanus Wine and Food Festival
Good food, fine wine and great friends is what the Hermanus Wine and Food Fair 2012 promises. Taking place from 9-11 August in Hermanus, you can indulge or maybe over indulge in some of South Africa’s best wines with an even balance of good food. All these flavours will tantalise your taste buds, leaving you coming back for more. Tickets for a weekend pass cost R200, day tickets cost R95 and children can attend for free.
Tel : (028) 316 3988 or click here for more information
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Prices from R600 per person sharing a night
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2. A wellness and spa weekend
What female isn’t just crazy about a pampering session? I know I am. Leave all the ‘to do’ lists at home and spend your Women’s Day weekend at one of the many establishments that have a spa as part of their repertoire. It’s just what the doctor ordered and even gives you enough time to catch up on all the latest gossip.
Woodall Country House & Spa
This charming country house, situated in Addo Village in the Eastern Cape, has a spa on site. Surrounded by palms and water features, the spa has a vitality studio, therapy suites, a sauna and steam room, a hydrotherapy bath, a steam room, rasool chamber and gym facilities. Opt for a couples therapy (that’s spa treatments guys) or an African wood massage.
Prices from R795 a person sharing a night
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Moloko Strathavon Hotel
Enjoy a complete pampering session in this stunning hotel located in Sandton.They offer manicures, pedicures, massages, waxing, tinting, facials and make-up in the privacy of your own room. Professional health spa and resident therapists are always on site to soothe guests.
Prices from R1 920 a unit a night (sleeps two)
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3. An outdoor-filled weekend
Get those endorphins flowing and your blood pumping. Why not spend the weekend out and about hiking the countryside, canoeing a river, swinging a golf club or biking in a forest. Whether you are by yourself, with a group of friends or that special someone in your life is treating you to a weekend away, make sure to tick off at least one outdoor activity. You will be the better for it. Here are more ideas on active weekend getaways.
Sunshowers Plett
Experience the great outdoors at Sunshowers Plett, situated in Plettenberg Bay. They can arrange all your outdoor activities, including trips to nearby game farms, a visit to Monkeyland or Birds of Eden, arrange thrilling canopy tours, black river rafting and bungee jumping (for the more courageous).
Prices from R330 a person sharing a night
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Waterberg
With 4 villas located on this private golf estate, you will have plenty of time to practice that swing, find yourself on the green side of the ruff and breath in some fresh air, whilst working up an appetite. They are all self-catering units that can accommodate between 8 and 12 people, so it’s great for a large group of friends or family. Comfy, luxurious and only 1 ½ hours from Pretoria.
Prices from R4 000 per unit a night (sleeps 8-12)
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4. Arts and culture weekend
Escape from the hustle and bustle of the everyday city life. Experience the yellow fields at the Swellendam Canola Carnival or soak up the culture in the Klein Karoo this Women’s Day Weekend.
Swellendam Canola Carnival
The carnival takes place from 9-12 August, so join in on the fun.This weekend is filled with entertainment that includes arts and crafts, exhibitions and even a visit to the canola factory.Let your hair down and jam to beats of this carnival.Tickets for a weekend pass cost R160, 00 and for kids R100.
Tel: 028-514-1731 or click here for more information
Accomodation in Swellendam?
Prices from R330.00 per person sharing a night.
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Klein Karoo Klaasique
Develop your taste for classical music and arts at the Klein Karoo Klassique festival this 9-12 August.You can enjoy the symphonic sounds of very talented musicians or visit the venues where artists exhibit their work.To compliment all the festivities you can also enjoy the finest wines and mouth watering dishes that this region has to offer. Ticket prices vary according to the programme you choose.
Tel: +27 (0)44 203-8600 or click here for more information.
Accomodation in Oudtshoorn?
Prices from R450.00 per person sharing a night
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