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The Great Outdoors

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Summer’s here! That means fresh air and fun in the sun!
There’s nothing we’ve missed quite as much as being outdoors and getting some much needed chill time with friends and family. Visit our vast selection of Pristine Purpose Cleaned Resorts this January and enjoy the socially distanced fun, not to mention health benefits, of The Great Outdoors.

FUN, FOOD AND WINE – MAGICAL MEMORIES THIS NEW YEAR’S EVE!

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Let’s be honest, family and friends are all fine and everything, but our absolute favorite thing about New Year’s Eve? Good food and great wine!
South Africa’s had a tough year. You guys deserve the very best affordable food, wine and entertainment options on offer. We invite you to visit with us during New Year’s Eve and end the year with full tummies, full hearts and a glass of good wine in hand.

Every month a new adventure – South Africa is waiting…

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Escape. Explore. Experience. incredible locales, breath-taking scenery and the rich, dynamic cultures that define a truly South African getaway. Here’s a list of 12 ideal destinations for every season ahead. Why wait? South Africa is waiting for you!

Take the perfect mini break and visit one of SA’s hidden gems

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We’ve got fantastic suggestions (if we must say so ourselves ) for the ideal getaway at this time of the year. Take a trip to one of these amazing ‘hidden’ holiday destinations (some of them are so splendid in size and sighting that they’re hard to hide). As you gear up for the end of yet another 3-6-5, we’d love for you to embrace a little holiday breather. And why not make your way to one of these weird and wondrous lesser-visited South African spots?

An enriching holiday for Heritage Day!

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September is the month in which we celebrate Heritage Day (24 September) – a day that means so much to so many South Africans – because it honours the multiplicity of our cultures and diversity.

First Group is proud to represent that very diversity, by catering to the holiday needs of all South Africans. There really are different strokes for different folks at our premium properties.

Family-fantastic Destinations & Activities – Approved for the best time!

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This month we’d like to share some ideas that we pinky-promise will help you have the best possible getaway with family or friends – from the best destinations to some activities that will leave you breathless (in a good way). Turn your life into a travel blog… Isn’t life great?! Well, maybe not all of…… Continue reading Family-fantastic Destinations & Activities – Approved for the best time!

Wanderlust – It’s time to warm to winter

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It is un-Brrrrr-leviable how quick this year is going, we have chills just thinking about winter (which seems so far away in this hot weather… but winter is coming [ahem Game of Thrones fans]). And yes, winter can be fresh but there’s also so much more to it than just the weather – especially when travelling in South Africa. Now’s a great time to book a winter getaway – after all, the early bird gets the worm.

Planning the perfect romantic getaway this Valentine’s Day…

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It’s almost 14 February, the internationally-recognised day of LOVE. If you’ve planned a romantic getaway, even if it’s just to spoil yourself – good on you, you’re doing better than we are! For those of us that have left things a little late – don’t stress – here are some tips to have a memorable Valentine’s Day and how you can celebrate “Valentine’s Day” with the one you love.