So, as it turns out, Top Gear hits Durban on 15 – 16 June 2013! If you feel the need for speed come on over to Durb’s for some fun in the sun!
Great cars, great music, pretty girls and lots of beer and Braai’s happening over that weekend. If you are looking for accommodation well then you have come to the right place FINALLY! (more…)
Looking for affordable accommodation in Mpumalanga, look no further than Gethlane Lodge Hotel & Spa in Lydenburg brought to you by Optima Holidays. Lydenburg is situated on the Sterkspruit/Dorps River tributary of the Olifants River at the base of the Long Tom Pass. The name is derived from Dutch meaning “Town of Suffering.” It has become the centre of the South African fly-fishing industry and is an agricultural and mining centre. (more…)
From its early beginnings back in 1990, Splashy Fen has evolved into one of South Africa’s premier music festivals which nowadays sees thousands of people making the annual pilgrimage to Underberg in KwaZulu-Natal for what is regarded by many as the ‘ultimate outdoor experience’. (more…)
Here in South Africa, we do Christmas a little different. We don’t have a ‘White Christmas’, with land covered in snow, and Santa on a Sled. Here, we have Santa driving a Land Rover with his Reindeer huddled in the back, all trying to steal a chance at flapping their tongues in the wind.
Instead of roast Chicken or Turkey and Cranberry sauce, we Braai Chops and Wors with a side dish of Salad Greens, Baked Beans, Spicey Curry dishes, Pap and freshly baked rolls. (more…)
Travelling safely in South Africa is vitally important to all, foreigners and locals. Knowing your country and its people is important for general day to day interaction and survival. But in this article we cover ‘Knowing South Africa’ for travellers.
South Africa is one of the top countries to have welcomed ‘Going Green’ with open arms. So why not ‘Go Green’ whilst you travel? Keep in mind your carbon footprint, what you leave behind, and what you can add to this beautiful country. Optima Breaks is proudly South African and supports Going Green. (more…)
The south coast of KwaZulu Natal is abundant with the kind of scenery that will provide the perfect backdrop for all your summer activities during your time spent in this sunny province. There are a myriad of activities there for you to choose from, what you eventually end up spending your time on will have more to do with your personality and favourite pass-times than the options available to you. With all this, you may be very pleased to find out that Optima Holidays has a range of KZN South Coast holiday deals for you to choose from and what makes these deals great are the reasonable price tags attached. You will not have to fork out an indecent amount of money to enjoy a vacation in one of the most scenic coastal areas in all of South Africa. (more…)
Once a year in June the sleepy town of Nelspruit comes alive with the arrival of the InniBos Festival, bringing with it some of the foremost artists in South African fringe entertainment.
Port Alfred may be a small town but it boasts a host of amazing sights to see, along with some very warm hearted people found at the center of this beautiful town.
As the sun begins to ease its rays and the autumn leaves begin to fall, I’m always overcome with the sense that Mother Nature is preparing to take a much needed vacation.
Enjoy the perfection of this season whilst taking a well-deserved break in the Drakensberg region. There is no other period throughout the year that offers this perfect a climate with warm days and light nights nothing could be better.
You could not possibly live in South Africa without taking advantage of holiday destinations out there for you to enjoy during your times off from work or university. In each of South Africa’s major cities, you will be able to find a spa resort that offers plush accommodation and great onsite facilities that include a health and wellness spa. Spa holidays in South Africa are good option for all those looking to unwind over their holiday break and Optima holidays makes it easy for you to get the vacation you want by offering you a package that is reasonably priced.
If you’re thinking of getting a chance to see the Natal North Coast over your next vacation and have a spa holiday in mind, Chaka’s Rock Chalet Resort & Spa is the right option for you. A comfortable and brightly-lit apartment is what you will call home during your stay. You will have a double-bed to rest on, a living and dining room, equipped kitchen and microwave within the comfort of your own personal space. For the children in your life, a playground is there to keep them entertained and babysitting services to keep them safe and watched over when you go out during the evening.
North Coast is not the only area with spa resorts. The Drakensberg Gardens Hotel & Spa is surrounded by the incredible scenery of the KwaZulu Natal’s hilly terrain. The resort caters to your relaxation needs in more ways than one. Hiking and horse-riding are two activities you could partake in while at the resort. Both of which will allow you to engage with the environment surrounding you while taking the time to breathe in, relax and enjoy every moment without a single stressful thought crossing your mind. The wellness spa at the resort is state of the art with a gym studio, sunbeds, a plunge pool and heated jet therapy pool, sauna, steam room and juice bar.
Optima Holidays brings you these and several other resorts from which to select accommodation. Spa holidays in South Africa are an attractive option. You have the chance to take time off and unwind all at once. What could be better?
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