It is with a great sadness in our hearts that we say goodbye to Tata Madiba, Mr Nelson Mandela. Regarded as the father of our nation, and held in high esteem by all at South of Africa, our entire family is mourning the loss of this great leader. As a symbol of our respect, all flags …
South of Africa’s social media platform on Facebook and Twitter have recently been treated to the publication of various video snippets from our properties. If a picture speaks a thousand words, then a video would be a million. Our followers on Twitter and likes on Facebook have been spoiled with videos of the fantastic wildlife …
Following Dr Bruce Copley’s recent AAHA course at Shangri-La this past spring, we received a heart-warming letter from one of the delegates, Mr Kgosi Dintlhoane. Take a moment to read of his experience with our pond. The Pond, by Kgosi Dintlhoane The message was very simple really, “Take note of me!” the pond whispered, but …
The Elephant Springs Hotel in Bela Bela and Shangri-La Country Hotel outside Modimolle both offer Naughty November deals this month for spirited holiday makers! Elephant Springs Hotel offers 2 specials to choose from – the Out & About package which includes access to the Forever Resorts Warmbaths, or the Stay In package which lets you choose …
Shangri-La Country Hotel’s Heritage Restaurant has joined the annual international event Restaurant Week South Africa. Restaurant Week South Africa will be held nationwide for the first time, after it has been successfully organized in cities like New York, London and Shanghai. The official partners are American Express, SAfm, Peroni, Good Fellas, Master Menus and SO WIFI. …
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Created as a living tribute to the generous support of Dr Bruce Copley for his on going life-changing contribution to all at Shangri-La Country Hotel since 1991, the Labyrinth of Appreciation was opened by owner Johan Jansen van Vuuren on 13 September 2013 in the presence of Dr Bruce Copley and delegates of his most …
Monda PR, Publicity and Events will paint the town pink for the tenth time in aid of Breast Cancer Awareness for Reach for Recovery. The now famous ‘Pink Lunch’ will take place at the Bay Hotel in Cape Town. Enjoy an event in “10 Shades of Pink” Gatsby Style in their Rotunda Venue where the …
Being synonymous with Shangri-La, Dr Bruce Copley of AAHA Learning recently donated a unique drum to Shangri-La for use by staff and guests. This very drum was used in the first South African corporate drumming session which Dr Copley and his associate, Phil Richardson, presented at Shangri-La in 1991. Corporate drumming has evolved into a huge business in …
It is with sadness that we say farewell to “Madala James” who has retired this past month. James has been with Shangri-La Country Hotel outside Modimolle, Limpopo, since 1995. He played an extremely important role in maintaining our gardens alongside our beloved “Magog”, Mrs Anndeline Jansen van Vuuren. James will be sorely missed by all at …
South of Africa exhibited at the Wedding Expo held at The Dome, Northgate, Johannesburg, during 24 & 25 August 2013. Our representatives introduced all of our magnificent wedding and honeymoon facilities in both the Limpopo Province and Western Cape. South of Africa’s superb corner stand was busier than ever, boasting our new branding, logo and marketing material. Thank …