Spring Budget Breaker Getaways

With the 1^st September just 2 weeks away and as we start head­ing into Spring, you might be con­sid­er­ing a few days break to recharge in pre­par­a­tion for the last quarter of 2009. What bet­ter way to take a break than to find qual­ity get­aways at reduced rates. Let's explore some options ...

In Mpumalanga — Ngwenya River Lodges are offer­ing SA-Venues.com vis­it­ors an exclus­ive spe­cial offer — Get 20% dis­count off their stand­ard rates (remem­ber to quote "SA-Venues.com 20% dis­count). Ngwenya River Lodges are set on the very edge of the Crocodile River over­look­ing a mag­ni­fi­cent flood­plain on the south­ern bound­ary of the Kruger National Park in an area teem­ing with Big game. This situ­ation makes for great game spot­ting as anim­als come across the flood­plain to drink from the river. See Ngwenya River Lodges.

Or head to Dullstroom if you fancy doing some fish­ing. Highlands Giants Estate is offers you pri­vacy, peace and quiet, pan­or­amic views, a large vari­ety of bird­life and renowned fly fish­ing. Geared for any event from quiet get away week­ends for couples, fam­il­ies or large groups, you get a  dis­count of 25% on stand­ard rates for mid­week book­ings. (Valid from Monday to Thursday nights only). 25% off is always a good deal!

In the Western Cape — A break to the Cape Overberg region is always appeal­ing as there is much to do includ­ing lovely walks and nature reserves, whale watch­ing in Hermanus and explor­ing Cape Agulhas where the two oceans meet, the De Hoop Nature reserve awaits as well as count­less oth­ers. In the hub of all this activ­ity, Firlane House in Bredasdorp are offer­ing a Weekend Special — Get 50% dis­count on their stand­ard rates when you stay for 2 nights over a week­end. Enjoy a wel­come glass of sherry on arrival and relax with the roar­ing fire in the cosy lounge. Their bed­rooms are equipped with extra-length beds, qual­ity linen and hon­esty bar ... sounds like romance at a bar­gain price to me!

Still in the Overberg, if you can get away for 3 nights, check out 3 Flavours Guest House where rates are really good for 2 per­sons shar­ing for a 3 night stay. 3 Flavours is a brand new lux­uri­ous guest house situ­ated in Pringle Bay. A lovely des­tin­a­tion for a get­away! Not exactly what you are look­ing for? See more spe­cial deals at Cape Overberg Special Offers.

The charm­ing town of Montagu in the heart of Route 62 is home to Airlies Guest House. Owners, Tielman and Corrie, wish to wel­come and spoil you in the relax­ing atmo­sphere of their Guest House and are offer­ing a num­ber of get­away pack­ages. Definitely worth check­ing these out at Airlies Guest House. Airlies have 7 spa­cious guest rooms so get a group of friends together and go and explore the longest wine route in the world on Route 62! (More spe­cials for the region at Breede River Valley Special Offers).

In KwaZulu Natal — The beau­ti­ful Sani Valley Lodge in the Drakensberg offer great rates if you can get there dur­ing the week — the 4 star graded Game & Fishing Lodge is loc­ated between Himeville and Underberg in the Sani Valley offers both self cater­ing and catered accom­mod­a­tion. There are a num­ber of spe­cial offers avail­able if it's the Drakensberg you want to explore. Have a look at Drakensberg Special Offers.

Still in KwaZulu Natal, on the South Coast, Hooting Owl Guest House in Marina Beach have a great spe­cial — from R225 per per­son shar­ing ... worth check­ing it out. Or stay in Margate at Villa Siesta No 4 and get at least R100.00 off their stand­ard rates (per couple). Lots more spe­cials avail­able on the coast, see South Coast Special Offers.

In Gauteng - The Magaliesberg Country Festival Special takes place from 23–28 September 2009. The 5 Star Budmarsh Private Lodge are offer­ing a great deal — Enjoy an out­ing to the coun­tryside on Heritage Day. Stay of 2 nights from R990 per per­son shar­ing per night in a Luxury Room and R1190 per per­son shar­ing a Superior Room — Stay 3 nights and get the fourth night free! That's a great deal for 5 star luxury!

There are many other spe­cials avail­able in Gauteng. In Muldersdrift, Valverde Country Hotel are offer­ing a "LastMinute" spe­cial — Book your accom­mod­a­tion within 2 days of your arrival and save up to 40% on stand­ard rates.

And in Hartbeespoort Dam, La Dolce Vita Guest House has a num­ber of pack­ages to entice you to spend a well earned break with them. From week­end pack­ages, Sunday nights only to mid­week breaks, dis­cover the romance of little old-world Italian charm nestled in the heart of Kosmos, truly a get­away to the “Sweet Life”!

None of these take your fancy? See all spe­cial offers avail­able on SA-Venues.com at South Africa Special Offers.