Category: News
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Our Plettenberg Bay Holiday Checklist
Plettenberg Bay is often referred to as ‘The Jewel of the Garden Route’ and it only takes one visit to our special part of the world to understand why. We are incredibly privileged to call it home to three of our beautiful Rare Earth Retreats properties – our Country House, Kay and Monty and The…
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Magical weddings at The Outpost Lodge
Each year, we are honoured to host a number of out-of-this-world weddings at The Outpost Lodge in the far north of the Kruger National Park. Dreaming of getting married under the great big African sky with the sound of the bushveld all around? The Outpost Lodge may be just the spot for your big day.
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Dean, the honeymooners and the elephant
We couldn’t be more grateful for our team of expert field guides at The Outpost Lodge, including Dean Oelofse who recently came face-to-face with an elephant when out on a walking safari. Thanks to his instinct, expertise and nerves of steel, our guests left The Outpost Lodge having had the most incredible experience, and a…
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8 beautiful birds to spot in Welgevonden
The Welgevonden Private Game Reserve is just three hours drive from Johannesburg and we’re lucky to call it home to our two lodges, Ekuthuleni Lodge and Tshwene Lodge. With approximately 300 bird species to spot in this magnificent stretch of bushveld, Welgevonden is a bird lovers paradise. These are our ‘must-see’ birds to add to…
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Introducing our spa at Tshwene Lodge
Next time you visit us at either Tshwene Lodge or Ekuthuleni Lodge in the Welgevonden Private Game Reserve, you’ll be able to unwind at our new spa. Restorative, rejuvenating and totally relaxing, we can’t wait for you to join us.
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Q&A with Chef Laptop
If you’ve visited Tshwene Lodge or Ekuthuleni Lodge before, you may have met Kgadile Molekoa, one of our incredibly talented chefs. Those who know Kgadile, call him by his nickname – Laptop – a name given to him by his friends in high school for always being the one they would turn to for advice. Known for…
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Magical wedding inspiration from Kay and Monty
We’ve had the privilege of hosting many incredible weddings at Kay and Monty Vineyards, just outside Plettenberg Bay. From the laid-back elegance of Raine and Cameron’s wedding to Ashleigh and Devan’s glamorous extravaganza – it is always magical to share in these special occasions and also to see the bridal couple’s unique vision come to…
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Why we love Cape Town in winter
Winter in Cape Town is something to behold. The weather may be cool, but the scenery is green and there are bright, wind-free beach days to enjoy. Whether you want to climb Lion’s Head or take advantage of the quieter season and dine at some of the incredible restaurants we have on our doorstep, stay…
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Plettenberg Bay Winter Festival Guide
Home to three of our properties in the Rare Earth Retreats portfolio, The Old Rectory Hotel & Spa, Country House and Kay and Monty, the Garden Route is a wonderful destination all year round – including winter! The summer crowds are gone, the whales are in the bay, you can still experience glorious beach days and there are…
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Kay and Monty Weddings: Chloé and Nikolai
Surrounded by their nearest and dearest, Chloé and Nikolai’s dream wedding came to life at Kay and Monty, just outside Plettenberg Bay. We chatted to them about the highlights of their big day, their wedding style and top planning tips, plus local suppliers that they would recommend. Find out more about their totally unique wedding.