Spring Budget Breaker Getaways

With the 1st 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 …

Ngwenya River Lodges

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!

Firlane House

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.

Airlies Guest House

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.

Budmarsh Private Lodge

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.