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Muldersdrift Area Review

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Apr 222013

Situated less than an hour’s drive from the city centre of Johannesburg, Muldersdrift offers its visitors respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. With the Magaliesberg Mountain Range as your backdrop, the tranquillity of the area is sure to refresh your soul and provide ideal conditions to get the creative juices flowing at your next business meeting or conference.

Although one gets the feeling of being far from civilization, Muldersdrift is, in fact, situated within easy access of various popular suburbs in Gauteng such as Fourways, Sandton, Randburg and is less than an hour’s drive from Pretoria. The Lanseria Airport, which has flights to and from Cape Town, is also only 15 minutes away from Muldersdrift. The town itself no longer consist only of small farms and smallholdings but has developed into a village in its own right. Its borders slowly merging into the suburbs around Northgate.

The country atmosphere of Muldersdrift, combined with its easy access from most of the major centres in Johannesburg, makes it ideal for conferences, business meetings, brainstorming sessions and team building events. Although the area is well known for its over 40 wedding venues, it is also home to some of the province’s leading conference venues. Some recommended venues in the Muldersdrift area include Valverde Country Hotel, Glenburn Lodge, Avianto, Kloofzicht Lodge, Ingwenya Conference Centre, Misty Hills Country Hotel Conference Centre & Spa, Heia Safari Ranch, Moon & Sixpence, Apricot Hill Farm and Silverstar Casino.

Situated in the heart of the Kromdraai Valley, Muldersdrift is home to the Cradle of Humankind which has been proclaimed a World Heritage Site. The area is world renowned for its archaeological discoveries and houses the third largest cave in South Africa. The Wondercave consists of only one chamber, but this chamber is large enough to fit in an entire football field. The cave goes down 40 meters and can be accessed by the public through an open lift or, for the adventurous, one can abseil down into the cave. The inside of the Wondercave is truly spectacular with cave pearls, pools and 15 meter high stalagmites.

In this area of Muldersdrift, you will also find the Cradle Private Nature Reserve. The reserve offers you nature at its pristine best with indigenous forests and tranquil streams inhabited by a variety of wildlife such as Antelope, Giraffes and Zebras. For the wildlife enthusiast, the 1200 hectares of the Rhino and Lion Game Reserve in Muldersdrift is a must visit. The game reserve offers the visitor an opportunity to see the big game such as Rhino, Lion, Buffalo and Hippo up-close. Plan your visit around feeding time and you will see these magnificent animals feeding on carcasses provided for them, a truly unique experience providing excellent photographic opportunities.

Another highlight of a visit to the Rhino and Lion Game Reserve is the lion cubs. The cubs are part of the reserves breeding programme which include other species such as Cape Wild Dogs, Bengal Tigers, Siberian Tigers and White Lion. At the Vulture Restaurant carcasses donated by local farmers are fed to the Vultures in the area. The process can make spectacular viewing as up to 200 vultures can be seen feeding together.

Another popular place to visit in Muldersdrift is the Ngwenya Glass Village. Here, one can see a demonstration of the ancient art of glass blowing, and there is also plenty of fascinating things to see and buy in the village’s 12 shops. There are also numerous other arts and crafts shops and roadside stalls throughout Muldersdrift.

Muldersdrift has not only an prominent place in world history, but it also has significance in the history of South Africa. It was in this area that Dr Jameson was caught by the Boer Republics and arrested as a prisoner of war. Dr Jameson headed up the failed Jameson Raid which was intended to trigger an uprising by the predominantly British expatriate workers in the Transvaal.

If you are looking for a place near Johannesburg in which to hold your next conference, corporate event or business meeting, Muldersdrift is the ideal place. It is in proximity to all the leading centres in Gauteng but still offers delegates the experience of a getaway in the countryside. There is no shortage of venues in Muldersdrift to choose from to host your event.

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Conference Venue in Muldersdrift – Valverde Country Hotel

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Apr 152013

Situated in the Muldersdrift area of Gauteng, Valverde is a country style hotel where visitors can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This conference venue has a distinct Spanish ambience and is distinguished by the personal treatment that guests experience. The word “Valverde” means “green village” in Spanish and Italian.

Conference Facilities
The conference facilities at the venue consist of five fully equipped conference and function rooms that can accommodate anywhere from five up to 150 delegates. The layout and decor of the conference rooms create an exceptional ambiance which is backed up by the professional and reliable conference events services offered by the venue. Additional services offered by Valverde include team building, corporate functions, free Wi-Fi, airport transfers and event co-ordinating. An English breakfast is served from 7h00 to 10h00 and dinner may be booked at the Palm Restaurant.

Valverde offers a variety of affordable conferencing options at its four conference rooms. For smaller business meetings, the Lavender Board Room is ideal. Overlooking the swimming pool and situated next to the lovely lavender garden, this conference room has a relaxed atmosphere which promotes creative thinking.

Large and informal groups are usually hosted in the covered outdoor lapa called the Olive Lapa. The adjustable blinds of the lapa offer superb control over the lighting conditions within the venue. If you desire privacy, The Rose Room is recommended as it is separated from the other rooms in the venue. It is perfect for presentations and has a 2 meter x 2 meter built in screen as well as plenty of wall space. For formal functions and conferences, Valverde uses the Kings Hall situated within the main building.

Accommodation
The country theme of Valverde is extended through to the four accommodation suites with their country styled furniture and decor. The Bird Suites consists of fourteen rooms, each 20sqm in size. The rooms are southwest and south facing and have en-suite bathrooms with showers. The rooms can be equipped with either one double bed or two separate single beds. A maximum amount of one extra single bed can be added to the rooms.

The Flower Suites face north and northwest and consists of nine rooms each 40sqm in size. Each of the rooms has a king size bed, which can be replaced by two single beds, and an en-suite bathroom with shower. A maximum of two additional single beds can be added to the rooms. The Lily Suite is also 40sqm in size, but it has a four poster king size bed and a lounge area. The en-suite bathroom is equipped with a bath and a shower. The Lily Suite is southwest facing. Also facing southwest, the Mahogany suite has beautiful mahogany furniture and a four poster king size extra length bed. The suite has a lounge area and the bathroom is also equipped with a bath and a shower.

Valverde goes green
“Valverde” is Spanish and Italian for “green village”, so it is no surprise that Valverde is embracing the trend to go green. The venue has already put in place and is working on a range of measures to make its operations more environmentally friendly.

Waste water at Valverde is treated through a natural filtering process at its grey water recycling plant and collected in two dams. The recycled water is then used for irrigation. The dams create an ecosystem of its own with a variety of fish, aquatic plants, frogs and birds inhabiting the dams. The guestrooms and the kitchen are supplied of hot water through solar geysers and kitchen waste is recycled as fertilizer for the gardens. Worm farms and Bokashi composters are used to recycle organic kitchen waste into compost and worm tea. Waste is further reduced by sending paper, glass and cans to recycling plants.

Valverde has also implemented a variety of water saving devices such as low-flow showerheads and toilet flush diverters. They also use only echo-friendly chemicals in the washing powders and cleaning products used at the venue. Valverde supports local farming and in particular organic farming when it comes to purchasing their fresh produce. Energy efficient light bulbs have already been installed on all outside floodlights and security lights. Valverde Country Hotel has further plans to install energy efficient lamps in all their rooms and conference venues. There are also plans in place for an organic vegetable farm.

Johannesburg Conference Venue – The Forum | Turbine Hall

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Apr 082013

The Forum | Turbine Hall conference venue is situated in Newton’s arts and culture precinct in Johannesburg. The building started out as a power station and took two years to remake into a choice location for corporate functions and conferences in Johannesburg. The building has managed to retain its industrial heritage as well as a degree of personality, warmth and unique style which is clear, fresh and modern, complementing the industrial nature of the building without being cold.

Delegates are able to take the Gautrain to and from conferences and events at the The Forum | Turbine Hall with the newly opened Gautrain Park Station and the nearest bus stop only a block away. The Forum | Turbine Hall conference venue offers the usual five-star service, state-of-the-art technology, exceptional food, décor and style expected from the forum company. The Forum is the company of choice in Johannesburg for upmarket, stylish and sophisticated conferences and events. All the venue and function rooms feature a uniquely South African blend of fine art, style, heritage and architectural features. The Forum Company takes pride in delivering every project with professionalism and attention to detail no matter the size of the function or event.

The four conference rooms and eight function venues have the capacity to hosts from 10 to 500 people. The venue has facilities to host dinners for up to 320 people and cocktail parties for up to 800 people. It also features a trendy up market bar, private dining area, Chefs Table and Champagne Cellar. Connected underground parking at The Forum | Turbine Hall conference venue offers parking for up to 125 vehicles during the day and 650 vehicles for evening functions. New WI-Fi internet hotspots offers high quality secure internet throughout the venue.

The Forum | Turbine Hall conference venue offers visitors a glimpse into Johannesburg’s architectural style of the 1920’s. The atmosphere created by the décor is eclectic, with the focus on creating a personalised, versatile and functional space. The Turbine Hall development team received The Colosseum Award, at the Johannesburg Development Agency’s Halala Awards for the restoration and preservation of the building. These awards give recognition to regeneration efforts and celebrate inner-city change.

The Westcliff Conference Venue in Sandton

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Mar 182013

Today we are reviewing The Westcliff Conference Venue in Sandton. Situated on a cliffside in the tranquil area of historic Westcliff, this conference venue offers visitors a rural atmosphere right in the middle of Sandton, Johannesburg’s new business hub. The venue’s swimming pool and private terraces looks out over the adjacent zoological gardens where animals can often be spotted.

The venue is situated on a Cliffside, allowing for resort-style design with stunning panoramic views of Johannesburg’s tree-filled northern suburbs. The Westcliff Conference Venue is conveniently located only 22km from the O.R.Tambo International Airport and within easy reach of several shopping malls. A team of resident gardeners maintain the magnificently manicured gardens of The Westcliff Conference Venue. The gardens abound with beautiful roses, flowerbeds and lush greenery interspersed with cobbled pathways, courtyards and water features.

The events team at The Westcliff will ensure that your function, conference or business meeting at the venue runs smoothly. There is a variety of venues which can be tailored according to your need. Each of the venues is equipped to handle a wide variety of events. The Jacaranda Hill Conference Centre is a self-contained, multi-tiered building with state-of-the-art catering facilities that can seat up 120 people in a banquet set up and up to 200 people for a cocktail reception. The venue also has several smaller rooms for business meetings.

The Jacaranda Hill Conference Centre at The Westcliff features a ramp that gives vehicles access to the conference hall, making it ideal for product launches and spectacular events. The conference centre features modern audio visual and IT equipment alongside elegant interior finishes and furnishings. It is positioned next the Business Wing of The Westcliff, which offers delegates full access to the executive services offered by the fully equipped Business Centre. The Business wing has 30 guest rooms catering specifically for conference delegates and business travellers. The Business Centre Lounge is located within the Business Wing. This facility offers office convenience away from the office, with highly trained staff at hand to assist.

The Westcliff Hotel is currently actively involved in three local charities, The Hope School for Physically Disabled Children, The Princess Alice Adoption Home and the Zoo Lake Users Committee. They also support the Hotels Housing Trust which loans money donated by hotel guests to housing projects for the homeless. This trust currently supports the Habitat for Humanity project which enables local and international volunteers to help build houses for South Africans who have previously lacked adequate shelter for their families.

In 2008, The Westcliff started its own Worm Farm, with all leftover food scraps and organic matter fed to special earthworms. The food scraps and organic matter are processed by the earthworms turning it into fertiliser. The conference venue replaced all candescent globes with energy-saving bulbs and has also upgraded the heater pumps for all four swimming pools on the estate with the latest technology.

New Listing – Letlapa Lodge Conference Centre Midrand

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Jan 172013

We welcome Letlapa Lodge Conference Centre to our list of conference venues in Midrand. The conferencing facilities at Letlapa are second to none. The centre has 6 conference rooms that accommodate groups from anywhere between 8 and 150 delegates.

Letlapa Lodge Conference Centre is conveniently situated in the heart of Midrand, between Pretoria and Johannesburg making it an ideal venue to accommodate all business needs. Situated in the heart of Midrand Office Park it is the ideally suited for conferencing or to host clients travelling to and from business engagements.

The Midrand Gautrain station is but a stone’s throw away making it ideally situated for those wanting to travel to and from OR Tambo International Airport. It is also ideal for those staying over in the lodge and commuting to near-by businesses and amenities.

The natural boulders, surrounding the conference centre, compliment the indigenous look and feel of the Lodge. Letlapa is a home away from home for those who enjoy a bit of the tranquil African bush-life in the busy buzz of the fast paced city. Within walking distance of Gallagher Estate Convention Centre and The Boulders Shopping Centre, Letlapa Lodge & Conference Centre is a popular choice due to its proximity with surrounding business areas and business parks.

In addition to its fully fledged conference and lodge facilities, Letlapa hosts ‘The Final Whistle Sports Bar & Grill’ that is well-known for its sizzling T-bone specials and uninterrupted sporting entertainment. After a hard day’s conferencing, The Final Whistle is guaranteed to revive sore muscles and aching joints with good food, good service and fun times.

Letlapa Lodge has 37 rooms, ranging from a variety of single, twin and double rooms. For an extra touch of exclusivity, there is an ‘executive room’ with its own conference facilities for those late-night international conference calls and midnight working sessions.

The rooms cater for a variety of needs from the busy conference-goer to the couple that want to get away for a romantic weekend. Guests can choose from rooms overlooking the beautiful Koi-pond to the ‘boulders rooms’ that play host to a variety of indigenous birds and picturesque scenery, not to mention the resident pea-cock, Joe.

Whatever the requirement you may have, Letlapa Lodge & Conference Centre in Midrand aims to cater to your every need.

Conference Venues in the Gauteng Province of South Africa

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Jan 142013

As the economic powerhouse of South Africa, accounting for a third of the country’s gross domestic product, Gauteng is home to many of the country’s premier conference venues. Gauteng contributes heavily in the financial, manufacturing, transport, technology and telecommunications sectors, amongst others. It also plays host to a large number of overseas companies requiring a commercial base in Africa. Although Gauteng is the smallest of South Africa’s nine provinces (it covers only 1.4% of the country’s total land area) it contributes over a third of its gross domestic product. Indeed Gauteng generates up to 10% of the GDP of the entire African continent.

Gauteng is home to many of the country’s most prestigious educational institutions and scientific institutes. There are about 10 000 firms involved in the province’s manufacturing sector, employing over half a million people. The principal industries are appliances and electrical supplies, basic iron and steel, chemical products, electrical machinery, fabricated and metal products, food, machinery, motor vehicle parts and accessories. Gauteng’s economy is moving away from heavy industry to high value-added production, such as information technology, telecommunications and other high-tech industries.

Seen as the new commercial hub of South Africa, Sandton has become Gauteng’s leading business centre. Over just the last 15 years, much of the financial focus has shifted from the Johannesburg central business district to Sandton. Johannesburg’s stock exchange relocated its offices to Sandton from the Central Business District in the late 1990s.

Gauteng Conference Venues

A combination of rustic style, modern facilities and exceptional service make Stillpoint Country Manor the perfect conferencing venue in Sandton. Stillpoint Country Manor offers five different venues, catering for a variety of functions from leading business and corporate conferences, audio-visual presentations and exhibitions, formal banquets and weddings, to smaller board meetings and intimate cocktail parties. The larger venues are able to seat up to 120 people.

Located in the leafy suburb of Bedfordview, The Nicol Hotel Conference Centre promises delegates a luxurious, comfortable and convenient conferencing experience. Facilities that delegates can enjoy at The Nicol Hotel Conference Centre include the impressive heated out-door swimming pool, the fully equipped gymnasium & secure undercover basement parking. Conference facilities include a 140 seater conference room, two boardrooms ideal for smaller conferences or meetings and wi-fi internet access in all public areas. The Nicol Hotel Conference Centre’s interior and exterior design offers modern uncluttered clean lines.

Situated at the heart of a 9-hectare property off Garsfontein Drive in Pretoria East, the Leribisi Lodge conference venue offers a tranquil setting for conferencing. The venue has a variety of conference rooms and halls, all conveniently separated to ensure each group’s privacy. The boardroom is ideal for groups from 2 to 12 delegates while the main conference hall is able to accommodate up to 150 delegates (depending on seating style). Two additional conference halls comfortably accommodate groups of 10 to 40 and 20 to 80 delegates alternatively. All their conference venues are equipped with air-conditioning.

Set to become the cultural and corporate hub of Gauteng in South Africa, Maropeng Conference Venue is situated just off the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site, 45 minutes drive from Johannesburg or Pretoria. Its conference facilities are housed within the Tumulus building, a true architectural icon. There are three conference venues within the Tumulus building, which can be combined to create an overall seating capacity of up to 500 delegates (theatre style)..

The exhibition and conference centre at Emperors Palace provides a diverse range of exciting, multi-purpose venues, as well as small executive breakaway rooms. The entire venue has extensive technical resources and is equipped with modern apparatus. Emperors Palace excels in three key ingredients of successful conferences and entertaining – superb cuisine, impeccable service and an elegant atmosphere.

Quest Conference Estate is located in a quiet business sector of the Vaal Triangle. It is the perfect destination for any business conference, gala dinner, year-end function, presentation, social event or dream wedding. The conference facilities are inherently flexible and offer private conference rooms, breakaway rooms, a VIP Executive boardroom with private restroom facility adjacent to the Executive Lounge, with full bar facilities, a Conference Lounge accommodating up to 120 delegates with full bar facilities and Function Halls accommodating from 60 to 800 delegates. All facilities are air-conditioned and equipped with the latest technology.

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New Listing – Crowthorne Lodge Conference Venue Midrand

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Aug 132012

Crowthorne Lodge Conference Venue in Midrand Gauteng

Conference Venues SA welcomes Crowthorne Lodge as the latest addition to their evergrowing list of conference venues in the Midrand area of Gauteng.

Crowthorne Lodge is a popular conference venue due to its quality of food, tranquil surroundings, and the hands on approach of the owners, who personally supervise the comfort of every conference delegate. The Lodge serves breakfast and dinner every day and offers a wide variety of breakfast and dinner options.

Between conferences delegates may relax in the Pavilion, share in pleasant conversation, and play some pool, darts or table-tennis. Crowthorne Lodge caters for corporate clients and down time provide opportunity for networking.

The Cadillac room is the premier conference venue at Crowthorne Lodge. This lovely acoustically treated room, offers sound proofing, acoustics, two different speaker systems, PA systems, cordless headset microphones, data projectors and larger than life screens. The Cadillac room is able to divide into two rooms, with each room able to accommodate between 25 and 120 delegates depending on the seating style. The Cadillac room, as whole, is able to seat 160 delegates banquet style.

For informal functions or evening braais, The Bamboo Boma is the perfect venue to make you forget that you are right in the midst of the city, featuring flowing water in the background, bamboo forest right around, and the smell of nature. The venue is equipped with a build in bar and is large enough to accommodate 120 delegates.

For conference accommodation, Crowthorne Lodge features 33 luxury rooms, each with a new queen size bed, a proper study nook, 32″ flat screen TV, a kitchenette for tea or coffee, beautiful bathroom with shower, air conditioning and parking right in front of the room. The venue also offers some sharing rooms that have an extra single bed. Six of the rooms are equipped with a bath and shower in the bathroom.

Consider using Crawthorne Lodge for your next conference venue in the Midrand area of Gauteng.

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