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WINNING OVER YOUR VALENTINE

January 27, 2020 No Comments

Valentine’s Day has been getting a bad rap recently – and maybe it’s good that it has. Retailers have milked every cent out of hopeless romantics; it’s almost a competition to see who can charge the most for a bunch of roses. It’s also led to the creation of a follow-up holiday – Singles Awareness Day on the 15th of February – because single people were a bit annoyed by the lovie-dovieness and wanted singleness to be recognised as a legit relationship status. But Valentine’s Day is great. What other day offers you a golden ticket to profess your undying love to your future boo? The haters may argue that it’s cliched, and maybe it has been in the past, but like round glasses, chokers, and chunky sneakers – it’s making a comeback! So, now that you’ve just bought back into Valentine’s Day and all the magic it holds, you’ve also…

5 REASONS YOU HAVE TO VISIT NAMIBIA

January 24, 2020 No Comments

5 REASONS YOU HAVE TO VISIT NAMIBIA With an average of over 300 days of sunshine a year, Namibia is paradise for the outdoor lovers. With a great chance of the weather being on your side, you have the chance to get out and explore one of the world’s most unique countries. Here are our top reasons why you have to visit Namibia as soon as you can. FISH RIVER CANYON When was the last time your breath was taken away? If it’s been awhile, you should head to the Fish River Canyon. What’s so special about it? Well, it’s the largest canyon in Africa and the second largest canyon in the world! Don’t stress if you’re bad with directions. At 160 km long, up to 27 km wide and around 550 meters deep, you can’t miss it; you wouldn’t want to miss it anyway. SUNRISE IN THE DESERT It’s…

GRAND OPENING – NAIROBI STYLE!

November 1, 2019 No Comments

On the evening of the 24th of October 2019, the City Lodge Hotel Group hosted a “welcome to the neighbourhood” and official opening for its City Lodge Hotel at Two Rivers Mall in Nairobi, Kenya. The hotel has been operating for two years now as it opened in phases – with this opening serving as the crowning event to officially open the hotel in a rapidly developing part of town. In attendance where members of government, diplomats from various neighbouring countries, representatives from the United Nations, members from various tourism organisations and the media. Dr. Chris Kirubi presided over the night, a prominent Kenyan businessman, entrepreneur, and industrialist. Thanking the City Lodge Hotel Group members in attendance, Dr. Kirubi said, “We are truly your partners. This hotel is part of the mall and the mall is part of you. We are proud of you.” All attendees were warmly hosted by the full complement…

THE WOMEN OF CITY LODGE HOTEL GROUP – PART ONE

October 3, 2019 No Comments

Tooting your own horn can be a bit obnoxious, but this Women’s Month we can’t help but highlight the amazing women we have working at City Lodge Hotel Group. Some companies view gender and racial empowerment as hoops to jump through in order to comply with the legislature. We want to do so much more – putting women with leadership potential into various programmes to help them achieve their career goals. We’re proud of the fact that our company as a whole comprises of 62% female employees, with 232 of 406 of the top jobs being held by women as well. This month, our blog posts will feature women in our company, sharing their background, how they got to their position and pearls of wisdom for aspiring boss ladies. Firstly, we sat down with Sinazo Mazantsana, the General Manager of Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg. The youngest of 5 siblings, Sinazo admits…

THE POWER OF YOUR GREEN BOOK

September 18, 2019 No Comments

We’re a proudly South African company and wanted to give you some more reasons to be glad to be a South African. As of July, according to the Henley Passport Index, that little green book you own entitles you visa-free or “easy visa” access into 100 countries. That puts the South African passport in 51st position, sitting above 100 other national passports – beating the majority of its African neighbours as well as Jamaica, Thailand, and India. For comparison, the Afghan and Iraqi passports were ranked as the worst, only having visa-free or visa-on-arrival arrangements with 30 countries. We realize it’s ironic to be proudly South African about how many countries we can go to, but another thing we firmly believe in is exploring your surroundings. So, while you might miss the home comforts that only a City Lodge Hotel property can bring – sorry, our plans for world domination are still…

OUR FAVOURITE EAST AFRICAN WORLD HERITAGE SITE

April 3, 2019 No Comments

We love Africa and we’re extremely proud of all the UNESCO World Heritage Sites that are found all over the continent. We’ve already had a look at the South Africa World Heritage Sites so we thought we’d do the same for East Africa. If you’ve ever wanted to travel to Kenya or Tanzania, here are a few places you should add to your bucket list. What East African heritage site is your favourite? EAST AFRICAN HERITAGE SITE #1: STONE TOWN, ZANZIBAR When people think of Zanzibar, they automatically imagine stunning beaches and 5-star resorts. There is that side to the famous island but that’s not all it has to offer. Since 2000, the capital city of Zanzibar, Stone Town, has been protected because of its historical and traditional importance. The town is one of the best examples of a Swahili trading town and has been a hot spot for trading along East…

A PERFECT DAY IN DURBAN

March 20, 2019 No Comments

Durban has always been one of the top holiday destinations in South Africa. Its tropical weather, laid-back vibe and swimmer-friendly beaches never fail to draw crowds from all over South Africa during the holidays. The east coast city still has its classic coastal charm, but the city is growing into more than just beach holiday destination. Nowadays, there’s more to Durban than just sunburn and bunny chows. Here’s what a perfect day in Durban looks like for us. SUNRISE RUN You can’t have a trip to Durban without experiencing a breath-taking sunrise over the balmy Indian Ocean. No matter what level of fitness you’re at, a sunrise run (or walk) along the promenade is a great way to start your day in Durban. Take a break by watching the local surfers catching some waves from one of the many piers along the beachfront. There’s no better way to finish off a promenade…

THE ULTIMATE AFRICAN BUCKET LIST

December 26, 2018 No Comments

Africa is often overlooked by those who look further abroad for their travel adventures. Although African holidays might not be everybody’s cup of tea,some of the world’s most memorable destinations are waiting to be explored. Here are a few of our favourite attractions that should to be on your bucket list. KENYA Heading to a game reserve to enjoy a bit of fresh air and game watching is a pretty common experience for a lot of people. In Kenya, they’re lucky to have the largest land migration in the world! Sound pretty good so far? Thinking about a visit yet? No? How about watching the largest migration in the world from a hot air balloon as you soar above the iconic Masai Mara. Having your head in the clouds doesn’t always have to be a bad thing! Stay at Fairview Hotel to make the most out of your Kenyan trip. TANZANIA Have you ever thought how…

WHY YOU NEED TO TRAVEL MORE

December 4, 2018 No Comments

Holidays are often seen as just being a break from work for a while, but there are many more benefits to traveling than just getting some rest and relaxation. Going on a trip has a whole bunch of other positive side effects that will enrich your life and make you a happier and more well-rounded person. TIME TO REFLECT We’re sure you’ve all had those quiet moments away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life where we have time to think about ourselves a bit. We get to reflect on how we feel and where we are in life. This kind of reflection is a great time to think about how happy you are with your career, for example. You can think more clearly about these kinds of things when you have a bit of distance away from your day to day routine. The time and space to ponder…

COASTAL DESTINATIONS YOU HAVE TO SEE

November 14, 2018 No Comments

The South African summer was made for travel! It’s the time to plan for road trips, enjoy beach days and great weather. As South Africans, we’re blessed with 2500 km of beautiful coastline that is just begging to be explored. With so many beautiful beaches on offer it might be hard to know where to visit first. Here are some of our favourite spots that have to be on your coastal bucket list. SEDGEFIELD Sedgefield is the ultimate beach town that has it all; long stretches of perfect beaches, a lovely lagoon and the most relaxed vibe you can find anywhere. It’s also the perfect place to visit while you explore everything else the Garden Route has to offer. Sedgefield has also become a hub for thrill seekers who love kitesurfing and paragliding. If that doesn’t sound like your cup of tea, there’s always a beach, a golf course or some great accommodation where you…