By Lalakoi
winners miss garden route 2009
If you are keen to participate in the Miss Garden Route and Klein Karoo Beauty Pageant, you will find the entry forms in English and Afrikaans on the Miss. Garden Route Blog.
The rules of the competition will be on the entry forms.
miss garden route 2008
Denise Schoeman Miss Earth SA 2008
New partner could open the world for the winner of the Miss Garden Route 2010 contest.
The Miss Garden Route competition, which was originally started as a beauty contest and then moved on to become a “Beauty with A Purpose” project, is getting a new partner, which could open up the world for the 2010 winner.
“Beauty with a Mission” is the slogan of the Miss Earth competition and national director of Miss Earth South Africa, me Catherine Constantinides, has reached out to the local competition to embrace the winner of Miss Garden Route 2010 in the Miss Earth SA competition.
“We are really excited about this dimension of our competition” coordinator and organizer Ms Tryana Potgieter told us. “One of our previous winners, the beautiful Denise Schoeman from Knysna, was also a runner-up in the Miss Earth SA 2008 competition. Our girls are the cream of the crop and they deserve to be given the opportunity to conquer the world” she added.
The Miss Earth competition, which has been running for 10 years, is considered one of the three largest beauty contests in the world. The 2010 competition will take place in Vietnam during November and December this year.
Ms Constantinides plans on attending the gala evening of Miss Garden Route on Saturday 25 September at the prestigious Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Club and she will most probably be escorted by Chanel Grantham (20), Miss Earth SA 2009. Chanel is also known as the Green Ambassadress of South Africa.
According to Chanel, from Cape Town, she was drawn to the competition not because of the glamour, but because of what it stands for. “We do get our hands dirty. We go into communities and actively make a difference” she said.
“And that is exactly what our girls also do” Potgieter added and said that the 12 finalist visit the safe house for battered women and children, as well as other identified projects in the Southern Cape. Louise Muller, Miss GR & KK 2009 has been back to some of the shelters on numerous occasions. Even when she was only a finalist, she baked heart shaped cookies and wrapped them as gifts for the women in the safe houses. She has also been back to donate clothing and little luxury gifts to the women.
“Our beauty with a purpose combined with Christina’s beauty with a mission can only be a winning recipe for making our country a better place” Potgieter added.
Entry forms are available at the Tourism Bureaux in the Southern Cape.
or download here. 
For more information call Tryana Potgieter on 0444 606 7777 or go to the website at www.gardenroutecasino.co.za.
Entries close on 17 September.
A new state of the art theatre, the Kalahari Restaurant and Theatres, will open its doors in George in the heart of the Garden Route in September. Theatre lovers in the Southern Cape are waiting in anticipation for this welcome addition especially as this 400 seater theatre will stage the latest productions as they come off the main circuit. This upmarket theatre will be catering for the more discern theatre goer and music lover.
Question Marks (Photo Denise Lloyd)
The concept behind the theatre is one of quality entertainment in a pleasant and warm environment. Apart from the theatre the complex will also house a separate bar, with an 11 metre serving surface and a 120 seater family restaurant with an outside deck. A special kiddies section has been added. A focal point of the restaurant will be the grand piano mounted on a circular stage in the restaurant section. This will double up as a cocktail bar and entertainment area.
The theatre will have tables and chairs positioned on different levels for better viewing. Food and beverages will be available from the restaurant and the bar.
The trial run at the restaurant and theatre will be on Saturday 4 September and the community has been invited to come and enjoy a FREE show on that evening. The theatre has already come up with a star studded line-up. Some of the productions will include the new Nataniël show, which is at present playing to full house capacities at the Emperor’s Palace, the Buddy Holly Show, Vulcano with On-Que and the premier of Steve Hofmeyr’s latest show Duisend en Een to name but a few.
Casper de Vries has also committed himself as well as Sharleen Surtie-Richards with her local Shirley Valentyn and theatre diva Sandra Prinsloo with her sell out performance of Die Naaimasjien. The Kalahari Restaurant Theatre will change the cultural atmosphere in the Garden Route – that is for sure.
Bookings for shows can be done at the Kalahari Theatre in the Old Game Centre in George or at Computicket.
Call the theatre on 044 874 5000 or 
for the program and interesting info on coming shows and activities.
Behind the huge red question marks on the windows lie a brand new wonder world of theatrical and cultural experiences set to thrill the residents of the Southern Cape within the next few months (PHOTO: Denise Lloyd)
Something is cooking in the corner of the old Game building in York Street, George. Huge red questions marks have been displayed on the windows and rumours have it that a brand new theatre and restaurant will soon be opening there.
It seems as if the upmarket theatre will be catering for the more discern theatre goer and music lover.
If all goes well the trial run at the restaurant, that will allegedly seat approximately 100 patrons, will be towards the end of August and the theatre will follow suit. A well known figure in the restaurant and entertainment industry in the Southern Cape, Dietlof Henn, who had originally opened the Carousel in George, is also involved.
The 400 seater theatre has already come up with a star studded line-up for October. Some of the productions will include the new Nataniël show, which is at present playing to full house capacities at the Emperor’s Palace, the Buddy Holly Show, Vulcano with On-Que and the premier of Steve Hofmeyr’s latest show Duisend en Een to name but a few.
Apparently Willie Venter, who is involved in the annual Huisgenoot Skouspel. Bravo concerts at the Casino as well as the Miss SA pageants, will in future bring his shows on a regular basis to the theatre.
If this is the standard that the Kalahari Theatre will be setting for George, the Southern Cape can look forward to see the latest city production while they are still on the circuit.
dumont kelders george
Dumont Kelders, previously known as the Pink Elephant in George is not your average liquor store. They offer exclusive boutique wines and other liquor and also offer wine tasting evenings.
As Art & Wine goes hand in hand, Dumont Kelders in George also houses an art gallery. Here local and other South African artist’s original works can be viewed and purchased.
Dumont Kelders in George are well known for their informal wine tasting evenings on Thursdays from 5 to 7pm – these wine tastings are free of charge and will enrich you knowledge of wines. Wine connoisseurs from all over the Garden Route visit Dumont Kelders on a Thursday.
19 August 2010:
Viljoensdrift Wines from the Robertson Wine Valley on the Route R62
26 August 2010:
Riebeek Kelders from Riebeek-Kasteel in the Swartland
02 September 2010:
Fairview Cheese & La Capra Wines from the Paarl region in the Western Cape
04 September 2010:
Rheebokskloof Wines from the Paarl region combined with an exhibition of Honey Fashion Jewellery & Accessories
09 September 2010:
Middelvlei Wine Estate in the Stellenbosch region.
de vette mossel
The popular De Vette Mossel Beach Seafood Restaurant located between Great and Little Brak River near Mossel Bay, is now open all year round!
Now you can enjoy the De Vette Mossel Beach Seafood Restaurant experience of seafood in abundance, sand under your feet, with the smell of the ocean and right on the beach near Mossel Bay in the Garden Route any time during the year!
De Vette Mossel Beach Seafood Restaurant is an open air restaurant on the beach Between Mossel Bay & George in the Garden Route. Here a variety of fresh seafood is prepared on the spot and served straight from the grid to ensure the best quality seafood possible! For 3 hours you can feast on as much as you want or can eat!
During school holidays (December/January, March/April and September) De Vette Mossel has two eating sessions per day
Lunch session: 12:00 – 15:00
Dinner session: 18:30 – late
During off season De Vette Mossel will be open every weekend or when booked for functions and private parties.
Saturdays: Dinner Session – 18h30
Sundays: Lunch Session – 12h00
der leder haendler
Der Lederhändler is well known for manufacturing fine handcrafted leather products including shoes for men, ladies and children, as well as a large range of bags, wallets and general leather goods in George in the Garden Route of South Africa.
Der Lederhändler retails direct to the public through factory shops in George, Mossel Bay and Knysna.
Der Lederhändler Restorations in George in the Western Cape specializes in repairing and re-colouring of leather products such as lounge suites, car seats, jackets and handbags.
Although Der Lederhändler do not do upholstery, we repair small scratches, holes and scuffmarks on leather products with scientifically developed basecoat that secures proper bonding to the product. The basecoat, colouring and the topcoat were developed to maintain the flexibility of the product under repair.
After care products for leather from Der Lederhändler
Der Lederhändler also offers a wide range of after care products to treat the repaired leather products for maximum durability.
wild waters fun park plettenberg bay
Wild Waters Fun Park is an adventure park for children in a safe and secure family environment. The Park is situated in the Piesang Valley, Plettenberg Bay. Go around the circle at the bottom of Piesang Valley Road, turn Left into Robberg Road (goes to the airport), turn immediately Right into Green Point Avenue and drive on until you get to the large car park and Wild Waters.
Visitors to the Wild Waters Fun Park at Plettenberg Bay on the Garden Route may make use of the facilities at the park witch includes:
- a waterslide, – 18 hole mini golf, – swimming pool, – kiddies playground with play pool & mini waterslide and – trampolines. One of the things to do in Plettenberg Bay which are for the whole family.
There are also picnic spots and braai area’s at Wild Waters Fun Park for those who would like to spend the day! We also have a Kiosk and restaurant. Plenty of parking available!
summerdream-holiday accommodation
Summerdream at Dwarswegstrand near Glentana/Outeniquastrand are 3 luxury holiday apartments that offer self catering holiday accommodation. A great place to spend a break-away during the year or end of the year holiday for our visitors from up country.
The Summerdream apartments at Dwarswegstrand are situated on a hillside, overlooking a 35 km long bay and a brisk walk of 250 m to the sea.
• Dolphin Studio is a open plan apartment with sea view for 2 people.
• Whale Suite is a 2 bedroom apartment with sea view for 4 to 6 people.
• The Pent House is a 3 bedroom apartment with sea view for 6 people.
We speak English.
Wir sprechen Deutsch.
phantom resort
Phantom View River Resort at Knysna on the Garden Route of South Africa is situated on the waters edge of the Knysna Lagoon. The resort is only six kilometers from Knysna has uninterrupted views of the lagoon, the river and the Outeniqua Mountains.
Phantom River Resort near Knysna on the Garden Route has two and three bedroom wooden log self catering accommodation chalets. They are well appointed with wide shaded wooden verandahs and large entertainment areas. All bedrooms are en-suite and all have river views. All Cabins have Weber and gas barbecues, mini libraries and televisions with entertainment channels. We can supply picnic baskets, breakfast, lunches and suppers. Guest facilities include swimming pool, shaded parking and laundry service.
From Phantom View River Resort guests have direct access to the Knysna River and Lagoon for birding and all water sports. On-site facilities include canoe, fishing boats and houseboats and fishing rod day rentals and for those wishing to bring their own boat we provide moorings.
shimano torium reel
The lightweight Torium 30 reel is a solidly-built star-drag saltwater reel perfect for live bait or bottom-fishing applications. Packed with features like Super Stopper, Dartanium Drag, A-RB (Anti-Rust Bearings) and High Efficiency Gearing (HEG), the Torium has it where it counts.
shimano trinidad reel
A classic star-drag saltwater reel, the Trinidad has been a favorite since its introduction. With Dartanium Drag, A-RB Bearings (Anti-rust bearings), solid construction and HEG (High Efficiency Gearing), the Trinidad always performs at the top of its class.
slam dropshot bait
Sensation-Saltwater-Tackle-Bag
Special prices valid till end of August 2010 or until stock lasts.
New range of Kingfisher Giant Abrasion now in Stock.
New season Tackle in by end of August.
“Atoom” Freshwater Baits also in Stock.
Mossel Bay is situated on the Garden Route of South Africa and lies halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. It\’s mild all year climate, the best in the world second to Hawaii makes Mossel Bay a real tourism mecca. The town has a number of popular hotels with in house restaurants and Spa’s.
Popular Hotels in Mossel Bay are, Boland Park Hotel in Mossel Bay, Diaz Beach Hotel in Mossel Bay, Garden Route Boutique Hotel in Mossel Bay, Garden Route Casino Hotel and Spa near Mossel Bay, The Point Hotel in Mossel Bay, The Protea Hotel Mossel Bay, Eden Country inn Klein-Brak Rivier, Riviera Coastal Inn in Hartenbos.
Mossel Bay also offers a fast number of quality restaurants which include top Seafood Restaurants, Steak houses, Pizza Restaurants, as well as Buffett Restaurants. A number of fine family restaurants and coffee shops are also available for our visitors to Mossel Bay.
view on mossel bay
Mossel Bay on the Garden Route of South Africa is a tourism mecca and lies halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. It has a mild all year climate second to Hawaii and offers many attractions and activities. The town has a number of popular hotels with in house restaurants and Spa’s
Boland Park Hotel in Mossel Bay is located within easy reach of every destination in the Garden Route and Klein Karoo and within walking distance from the very popular Diaz beach.
The Diaz Beach Hotel at Diaz Beach in Mossel Bay offers hotel accommodation which is a world of grace in an exceedingly beautiful setting. Situated on the beach, the 90 sea-facing rooms, each with their own balcony offers unsurpassed views.
The Garden Route Boutique Hotel & Spa is situated in the historical town of Mossel Bay on Dias Beach. The Boutique Hotel is renowned for the outstanding levels of accommodation, service and hospitality! This heavenly retreat offers sixteen en-suite rooms all overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Whether you are visiting for business or pleasure, you will want to stay at the Garden Route Casino Hotel and Spa near Mossel By on the Garden Route of South Africa. The Garden Route Casino Hotel and Spa is situated next to the Garden Route Casino.
The Point Hotel in Mossel Bay in the heart of the Garden Route and it is ideal for the mid-week and weekender corporate event. The hotel is magnificently positioned on the rocks below the famous St. Blaze Lighthouse.
The Protea Hotel Mossel Bay is situated close to the Harbour and is walking distance to Santos which is the main swimming beach, the harbour and the Yacht Club.
The Eden Country Inn is situated just outside the coastal village of Little Brak, on the northern side of the freeway between Mossel Bay and George and it is the ideal base from which tourist and businessman can explore this famous region.
The Riviera Coastal Inn is a hotel located on the banks of the Hartenbos Lagoon near Mossel Bay on the Garden Route of South Africa. Here you will experience tranquility, a homely atmosphere and real South African friendly service.
eden country inn
The Eden Country Inn is a hotel and it is situated just outside the coastal village of Little Brak River on the northern side of the freeway between Mossel Bay and George on the Garden Route of South Africa. This is the ideal base from which tourist and businessman can explore this famous region. The Eden Country Inn offers comfortable hotel accommodation in a relaxed country atmosphere.
Eden Country Inn at Little Brak River, a hotel with a country atmosphere. offers accommodation in 20 double/twin en suite rooms and they overlook the lovely garden and swimming pool area. 5 chalets with two bedrooms, bathroom, lounge area and kitchen are also available for self catering accommodation.Relax with a drink in the ladies bar and then enjoy an A La Cart meal in our fully licensed restaurant. There is also a pool room, TV lounge and a beer garden. For convenience a liquor store and a Superette are housed on the premises.
The Eden Country Inn near Mossel Bay also offers formal and informal conferences for up to 80 delegates and weddings for approximately 120 people.
beauchamp place knysna
Beauchamp Place Guest House is situated on the Old Cape Road alongside the Knysna Lagoon at Knysna. This three star Guest House offers visitors the friendly atmosphere and breathtaking views synonymous with the Garden Route. Come and relax at our solar heated pool with braai area. All guests have access to the cozy lounge with fireplace for relaxing.
The rooms are lagoon facing and have their own entrance and patios. Each room of this bed and breakfast establishment in knysna has a bathroom. Our “Top-rooms” upstairs are fitted with kitchenettes and have the most stunning views of the lagoon and distant Knysna Heads. A full English and Continental breakfasts is served by the hosts which you can enjoy on the veranda or breakfast room, both of which have picturesque views of the heads.
boland park hotel
Boland Park Hotel in Mossel Bay is located within easy reach of every destination in the Garden Route and Klein Karoo and within walking distance from the very popular Diaz beach.
Boland Park offers you comfortable accommodation with all modern amenities in a safe environment in the Garden Route. The 19 exquisitely furnished individual rooms are all en-suite; each room has a private entrance ensuring your privacy. A number of these rooms also open on to the swimming pool area. The rooms are equipped with colour TV, coffee and tea making facilities, direct dial telephone and safe.
A selection of Self Catering Chalets, Semi Self Catering Cottages and Self Catering Studio Villas offering self catering accommodation at Boland Park Hotel in Mossel Bay are also available. Guests can enjoy a drink at the cozy ladies bar overlooking the swimming pool, before enjoying a meal at the Beach Tree Restaurant, where the menu features a wide variety of dishes.
Boland Park Hotel in Mossel Bay has convenient store, as well as a mini liquor store on the premises and a beautiful lapa for a lovely braai experience. Boland Park Hotel and Lodge also offers a conference venue.
garden route boutique hotel
The Garden Route Boutique Hotel & Spa is situated in the historical town of Mossel Bay on Dias Beach. The BOUTIQUE HOTEL is renowned for the outstanding levels of accommodation, service and hospitality! This heavenly retreat offers sixteen en-suite rooms all overlooking the Indian Ocean. Each room is individually decorated in timeless elegance and luxurious comfort – tailor made perfection. From pure cotton linen to warm towel rails and fully stocked mini – bars…. the Garden Route Boutique Hotel & Spa offers the ideal destination for the discerning guest and companion.
For your relaxation indulge in the indoor heated pool or the sauna. Or visit the award winning Day Spa at the Garden Route Boutique Hotel in Mossel Bay where the art of health and beauty treatments are mastered with professionalism.
The Whispering Waves Restaurant at the Garden Route Boutique Hotel in Mossel Bay which specializes in smart comfort food and an exotic cocktail bar. Enjoy food prepared with passion and reckless abandonment in a romantic setting.
rivera coastal inn
The Riviera Coastal Inn is a hotel located on the banks of the Hartenbos Lagoon near Mossel Bay on the Garden Route of South Africa. Here you will experience tranquility, a homely atmosphere and real South African friendly service.
The Riviera Coastal Inn is a Hotel in Hartenbos and is centrally located close to all major attractions and activities the Garden Route has to offer and a mere 5 minute walk to some of the best swimming beaches SA has to offer. Enjoy sunset, a Breakfast with a view, or a walk on the soft, golden beach, maybe catch a glimpse of a passing whale, natures wonder.
The Riviera Coastal Inn boasts with a wide variety of accommodation, from hotel rooms to self catering units. This family friendly establishment that can cater for groups up to 6 people in uniquely designed Hotel Rooms or Family Suites. The hotel also offers stunning self catering units that will suit the needs of business traveler’s as well as the family. The Riviera Coastal Inn also offers a swimming pool, unique bar area, stylish lounges and conference and wedding venues.
kruisaar farm stall
Kruisaar Farm Stall and Wine House is situated in the scenic area of Waboomskraal, approximately 20km from George via the Outeniqua Pass on the way to Oudtshoorn and Uniondale. The Farm Stall is stocked with a large range of local dried fruit, jams & other products including the new Karoo Cuisine range. The fresh fruit and vegetables are all produced locally.
The Wine House at Kruisaar Farm Stall is the ideal stop to buy some of our best local wines from the area. We have a wide range of well-known local and other wines and Estate Wines like Kango Wines, Grundheim, Boplaas, Doornkraal, De Krans and Calitzdorp Wine Cellar, etc. The wines of two Organic Cellars are also available. Wine tasting can be arranged. Besides from our wide range of wines we also stock ice cold beer.
Visitors can relax at the tables on the deck area in front of the Farm Stall and enjoy a fresh “Rooster Koek” and coffee or any of the other snacks and products sold at Kruisaar Farm Stall. If you are in a hurry take aways are available!
The Farm Stall is open from Mondays to Saturdays between 07:30am to 5:30pm.
windymere driving range
At the Windymere Driving Range near George you can practice your swing with the Outeniqua mountains in the background. For the nature lovers there are open spaces and a dam for bird watching.
Windymere Farm near George also offers a selection of self catering Cottages and Rooms, as well as Clubhouse and Boma with fantastic panoramic views of the Outeniqua Mountains.
Windymere Farm near George is a suitable venue for weddings, birthday parties, spit-braai’s, small conferences and workshops.
