PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Attention
11 February 2022

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day at these romantic KZN South Coast venues

This is the year couples in love can finally celebrate in style with an enchanting meal and extravagant getaway at a romantic venue on the KZN South Coast. Beautiful views, serene surroundings and endless pampering is the perfect combination for a well-deserved Valentine’s Day celebration together.

“After so many missed celebrations, many people are looking to take advantage of the lifting of restrictions this year by really spoiling their significant other,” said Phelisa Mangcu, CEO of Ugu South Coast Tourism (USCT). “This year needs to be a culmination of any missed Valentine’s Day celebrations, which means choosing a really unique, well-located and memorable spot. The KZN South Coast has several luxurious venues that promise the romantic experience your loved one truly deserves.”

Blue Marlin Hotel
Location: Scottburgh
Contact: 039 978 3361
Website: www.bluemarlinhotel.co.za
Description: Take in the spectacular ocean views at this charming KZN South Coast hotel. Enjoy cocktails sundowners at the Blue Marlin Bar, indulge in a delicious meal at the Lighthouse Restaurant, or take a dip in the sparkling pool. The hotel offers three-star accommodation for visitors looking for an overnight romantic getaway.

Honeywood Forest Lodge and Spa
Location: Sea Park
Contact: 039 695 1036
Website: www.honeywoodsa.co.za
Description: For the ultimate ‘gourmet getaway’, Honeywood Forest Lodge is the perfect retreat. The on-site acclaimed restaurant, The Cellar, serves up delectable meals with the lush Forest Spa the ideal way to enjoy some romantic pampering. Overnight stays can be enjoyed in the chalets located less than 1km from the beach.

Royston Hall Guesthouse
Location: Umtentweni
Contact: 082 784 5851
Website: www.roystonhall.co.za
Description: This beautiful historical manor house has a rich history dating back more than a century. Set within a private nature reserve adjacent to the Umzimkulu River, this is the ideal guesthouse for a romantic excursion. Make this an extra special Valentine’s Day by booking into one of the elegant honeymoon suites, and unwind while listening to the sound of nature.

Leopard Rock Coffee Shop & Lookout Chalets
Location: Oribi Gorge
Contact: 074 124 0902
Website: www.leopardrockc.co.za
Description: Set within the world-renowned Oribi Gorge valley is the warm, rustic Leopard Rock. Couples can enjoy a home-cooked meal on the 21-metre deck overlooking the rushing Umzimkulu River. There is also a wonderful garden and nature trails for a romantic stroll in this majestic location.

The Gorge Private Game Lodge & Spa
Location: Oribi Gorge
Contact: 039 687 4000
Website: www.thegorge.co.za
Description: For the ultimate luxury experience complete with world-class service and unmatched natural surroundings, there’s The Gorge Private Game Lodge & Spa. This boutique lodge is the perfect spot for couples to really unwind with some indulgent pampering at the Clivia Day Spa, fine dining at the flagship restaurant, Catharina’s on 15, and quality accommodation with glorious gorge vistas.

ANEW Resort Ingeli Forest
Location: Harding
Contact: 039 553 0600
Website: www.anewhotels.com
Description: Situated in the foothills of the Ingeli Mountain range, surrounded by indigenous forests, is the majestic

ANEW Resort Ingeli Forest. Couples can relax in one of the spacious country rooms with private verandas offering serene views. Drinks can be enjoyed in the beautiful Foresters Bar followed by a superb meal at Eagles Nest Restaurant with beautiful trails for a romantic excursion.

Days at Sea
Location: Trafalgar
Contact: 039 313 0013
Website: www.daysatsea.co.za
Description: This five-star luxury hotel is a lovers’ hideaway, with its first-class cuisine and fine wine making it the perfect Valentine’s Day retreat. Every suite is a masterpiece of design, with the spacious pool set over the Indian Ocean simply inviting relaxation. The chef crafts fusion cuisine – Italian, French and a dash of Asian – for a delectably memorable meal.

For a full list of KZN South Coast’s accommodation venues, restaurants and romantic activities, download the free ‘Explore KZN South Coast’ app from Google Play and Apple stores, or visit www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za. Alternatively, check out ‘South Coast Tourism’ on Facebook or YouTube, @infosouthcoast on Twitter or Instagram, or ‘Info Ugu South Coast Tourism’ on LinkedIn. Follow the hashtags #outdoorsarein #extendyourstay #beautifulbeaches #kznsouthcoast.

For access to all previous USCT press releases, please visit: https://www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za/category/press-release/

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The Gorge Private Game Lodge & Spa (Accommodation)

ANEW Resort Ingeli Forest

Honeywood Forest Lodge & The Cellar

Blue Marlin Hotel

The Gorge Private Game Lodge Dining

Days at Sea

Leopard Rock Coffee Shop & Lookout Chalets

Royston Hall Guesthouse

About Ugu South Coast Tourism
Ugu South Coast Tourism (USCT) is the official destination management organisation of the Ugu District Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), South Africa. The Ugu District comprises four local municipalities that include Umdoni, Umzumbe, Umuziwabantu and Ray Nkonyeni. USCT’s mandate is to grow tourism within the KZN South Coast. This involves implementing marketing and development initiatives that are aimed at showcasing the diverse offerings and experiences of the South Coast as tourist destination. A board of directors oversees USCT, headed by CEO, Phelisa Mangcu.

About KZN South Coast
Known as the ‘Paradise of the Zulu Kingdom’, the KZN South Coast stretches 120 kilometres from Scottburgh to Port Edward and inland to Harding. Here, the spirit of adventure can be discovered among the many cultural experiences, as well as the 35 nature trails and 58 beaches, ideal for activities like river rafting, abseiling, suspension bridges, paintball, surfing, SUP, canoeing, beach horse rides, shark cage diving and free diving. Nicknamed ‘The Golf Coast’, there are 11 golf courses on the KZN South Coast ranging in difficulty, with endless hiking, mountain biking and 4×4 trails for more rugged excursions. Promoting sustainability, the KZN South Coast has a growing agri-tourism sector that offers world-class produce and hosts tours and excursions. The region boasts a number of permanently managed Blue Flag beaches, and is home to some of the world’s top diving sites, Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks. The originality continues with the annual Sardine Run, coined the #GreatestShoalonEarth, which is the largest biomass migration on earth and a marvel to witness. The region’s many nature reserves are inhabited by indigenous bird and wildlife, and it holds the title for ‘smallest desert on earth’, The Red Desert in Port Edward. The KZN South Coast is a fast-emerging MICE destination which also plays host to a number of high-profile events including the The Bike Fest, Uvukile Gospel Festival, Ugu Jazz, Ugu Film Festival and the South Coast Fever MTB & Trail Run Series.

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