Aug 31, 2021 | Accommodation in Nelspruit, Nelspruit Accommodation, Nelspruit Lodge
Just because you are on holiday does not mean that it is time to throw your manners away. When you are staying in a hotel, there are some things that you should do, and there are plenty of things that you should avoid doing, in order to make your stay, and the stay of your fellow guests as pleasant as possible.
Nelspruit Lodge is a stunning place to escape for a holiday. Whether you choose our accommodation in Nelspruit for your quick weekend getaway, or if you are planning on spending your yearly family holiday with us, you are making a great decision. Not only is your time spent with us relaxing and super comfortable, but we also ensure privacy when you choose to stay with us.
Whether it is your first time at a lodge in Nelspruit or the 50th, when you stay in such accommodation it is important to have some kind of lodge etiquette in mind. These are just 5 things that you should do when you are staying in a hotel.
- Keep the noise down
Even when you are staying in a hotel that promises peace and privacy, you are technically still sharing a space. With this in mind, you can imagine how unpleasant it can be for other guests if you are up late making a noise, or if you are up before the crack of dawn and kicking up a storm. While there might be some cases when you can’t control the noise you make (think about travelling with excited children and babies), you should always consider just how much noise you make when staying at a hotel.
- Be kind to staff
The staff at a hotel play a very special role in making sure that your stay is peaceful and pleasant. So it simply doesn’t do to be rude to hotel staff, no matter how frustrated you might be feeling. Even if you have a complaint, you should be sure to handle it in a polite and professional manner.
- Respect the hotel property
Every part of the hotel, from the telephones to the bedding, is hotel property that you should never damage. You should always treat whatever is in the hotel room as though it is your own which means being very careful with whatever you use. Remember, if you damage property, you could end up literally paying for it.
- Hang up towels
Often towels will be replaced on a daily basis, but this is really unnecessary if you make sure that you hang up the towels after each use so that they can dry out. When you choose to hang up your towels each day, you also won’t be wasting energy, which can then make your stay more eco-friendly.
- Check in and out at the right time
You should never rush the hotel staff to check you in early and you should never check out late either. When you try to check in early or if you check out late, you will be making the life of the hotel staff more difficult than it would otherwise need to be.
Jul 23, 2021 | Accommodation in Nelspruit, Nelspruit Accommodation, Nelspruit Lodge
To be a part of the “sustainable travel” movement, you need to know what you can do to make your travels eco-friendly.
Sustainable travels are those that take into account the current and the future economic, environmental and social impact that their trip will have.
This practice of travelling is becoming increasingly important as more and more people are able to travel and yet often leave a harmful impact behind them, an impact that they are oblivious to. In order to make sure that the beautiful places we love to visit are able to remain in the best conditions so that future generations can enjoy them, we need to focus on how we can make a difference.
At Nelspruit Lodge, we welcome hundreds of guests into the heart of the Lowveld each year. Some are here on business while others are taking advantage of our warm weather and hospitality while enjoying a fantastic holiday.
If you want to play a part in making sure that your travels are environmentally friendly, then these tips are just for you.
- Don’t buy disposable
There is no doubt that when on the road, or travelling around town, you are going to get thirsty and will end up buying something to drink. But instead of buying plastic water and cold drink bottles, and instead of using paper or plastic coffee cups, you should think about bringing a reusable bottle and a reusable mug.
- Support Local
Every town in South Africa has those small, family owned shops. In Nelspruit, in particular, the economy is largely localised with loads of local brands. Instead of supporting chain stores and chain restaurants, look for the smaller shops and help them stay open by buying from them.
- Tour Local
When you find yourself in the heart of the Lowveld, with the Kruger National Park right on your doorstep, and you are looking for something to do while on your holiday, you can always find a local tour company to take you on a safari or on a tour of a historical town. There are loads of local tour companies in the Nelspruit area, and if you are having trouble finding the right one, you can always ask for our assistance.
- Drive don’t fly
There is no doubt that flying is a lot easier and in some cases safer, but if you were to fly from location to location, then you are leaving a really horrible carbon footprint. Luckily, South Africa has an incredible network of maintained roads that are easy to drive, and then there is always the option of a shared transfer, which can save you loads of money.
- Hotel Savings
Even when you are at the Nelspruit Lodge, there are some things that you can do to ensure that your stay is environmentally friendly. Doing the most basic of things like hanging your towel to dry and then reusing it, not requesting your linen to be changed each morning, and making sure that you bring your own toiletries, can ensure that your travels are more sustainable.
Jun 21, 2021 | Accommodation in Nelspruit
Given the events of the past year and the accompanying upset of the tourism industry, the small towns around Nelspruit can really do with a few more visitors this year. Using Nelspruit Lodge and our stunning accommodation in Nelspruit as your starting point, and as the place to return to after a fun day of exploring, here are our 5 Must Visit Scenic Towns.
- Sabie
Winter is here in full force, and the small town of Sabie takes on a whole new character at this time of the year. As the winter cold descends and the mists settle, sometimes staying throughout the colder days, there is no better place to embrace the season and enjoy every moment of it.In the winter months, Sabie is every outdoor adventurer’s ultimate destination. The leaves are falling and crackle underfoot as you explore the various hiking trails, some of which go through forests and pass waterfalls.
Sabie is also the best place for a bit of winter fishing.
- Pilgrim’s Rest
Since this ancient gold mining town is a bit out of the way, and has in recent years suffered a few setbacks, tourists sometimes miss out on a visit here. But Pilgrim’s Rest is full of amazing things to do as well as places to see.The local cemetery is one such place that you should take a walk around and there are also a few hiking trails to take a walk on.
When you are in the town, make sure to drop in at the Royal Hotel. This 127 year old place is in dire need of visitors and even if you just stop here for a bite to eat, you will be helping the 55 employees to hold onto their jobs as they fight to keep the doors open.
- Barberton
Another gold mining town, Barberton is not at all on the tourist trail but it really deserves to be. A visit here should be spent exploring the mountains, which you can visit as a part of a 4×4 tour or they can be explored on foot, a journey that is far more rewarding.There are many museums to visit, and many of them have been remodelled to represent how the houses looked when they were still lived in over 100 years ago.
- Dullstroom
It might not exactly be a part of the Lowveld, and it is a bit of drive from Nelspruit, but a visit here can still quite easily be done within a day.Dullstroom went from being a small, unassuming village which used to only be attractive to those visiting the town for a spot of fly fishing, to one of the most popular weekend getaway destinations. If you are travelling to Nelspruit from Johannesburg, a stop at Dullstroom is both easy and a must, since it is literally along the way.
- White River
It is the town that went from being just another small town, to being one of the most exciting places to visit. White River is seemingly two towns. One part of it is the old town that is still the business hub, while the other part of it is a beautiful, bustling, tourist driven area.Most who visit Nelspruit, with the goal of paying a visit to the Kruger National Park, will pass through White River to get there. While passing through, stopping at one or two local shops or having lunch at one of the up and coming local restaurants is a must.
May 14, 2021 | Accommodation in Nelspruit
Whether you are living on the road or if you are only an occasional business traveller, having accommodation that is suited to your needs is a must. And when selecting your Nelspruit accommodation, you need to make sure that you are staying in the right place.
At Nelspruit Lodge, we have become one of our city’s top business accommodation facilities. We cater to business people of all types, ensuring that they have everything they need in order to have a successful time while in the city.
Given our experience when it comes to accommodating guests, we have identified the 6 most common features that every business person should look for.
- Location
To get to meetings on time or to be on the project site when you are needed, you need to book your accommodation according to the location. Centrally located accommodation is vital because it makes it easier for you to get around, especially if you are staying in a town that you are not familiar with.When you are in a good location, you won’t have to travel very far to get to where you are needed and you will also be closer to certain amenities like restaurants and shops.
- An Office away from your Office
Business travellers still need a place to work and since you are already booking accommodation, why not make sure that the place you are staying in also has what you need in order to turn it into an office. While you are looking for the perfect business accommodation in Nelspruit, make sure that you have access to a landline and to Wi-Fi, or internet of some kind.
- Affordable Costs
Business travellers will generally be travelling on a budget. When selecting your accommodation make sure that you have taken price into account. But don’t just choose the cheapest accommodation that you can find.Make sure that the price you are paying out for accommodation is worth it in terms of what you will be getting out of it.There is no point going for cheap accommodation only for it to end up having no web connections, a lumpy mattress and ice cold food! Scout out your accommodation and what the price includes well before you make your booking.
- Bed and Breakfast
Or bed, breakfast and dinner. When you are selecting your accommodation, having a meal or two included in the price can make your stay a more pleasant one. Having breakfasts and dinners, and also certain conveniences like coffee close at hand, means you won’t be running around looking for food when you are in a hurry to be somewhere else.
- Laundry Service
Depending on how long you are going to be in town on business, at some point you are going to need fresh, clean clothes. Make sure that the accommodation you choose either has on site laundry services or a nearby Laundromat, where you can drop off your clothing in the morning and collecting it again in the afternoon.
Apr 29, 2021 | Nelspruit Accommodation, Things to in and around Nelspruit
Giraffe
Giraffe (genus Giraffa) is a genus of four long-necked cud-chewing hoofed mammals native to Africa, with long legs and a coat pattern of irregular brown patches on a light background. Giraffes are the tallest land animals, with males (bulls) reaching heights of over 5.5 meters (18 feet) and females (cows) reaching about 4.5 meters.
They can browse vegetation nearly six meters from the ground using prehensile tongues nearly half a meter long. Giraffes can be found in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and Kenya’s Amboseli National Park, among other places in East Africa, where they can be seen in grasslands and open woodlands.
Kudu
Kudu bulls have huge, large, spiral horns that can reach record lengths of up to 1.8 meters, indicating strong sexual dimorphism. At the age of six, horns reach their maximum length. Bulls also grow to be much larger than cows. Bulls can weigh up to 300 kilograms and have a shoulder height of 1.4 meters, while cows weigh 210 kilograms and have a shoulder height of 1.25 meters. White stripes on flanks that differ greatly in form, scale, and pattern. Tawny-brown to grey-brown coat. White spots on the cheeks and a V-shaped band on the forehead. Long haired manes can be found all the way from the back of the head to the tail, as well as on the lower neck and belly.
African Buffalo
The African Buffalo is a massive and strong bovine with shoulder heights of up to 1.5 meters and a mass of 750 kilograms. Both sexes have horns, with the bulls’ horns having a heavy boss and upward bent horns.
Buffalo herds may have a big effect on the veld’s ecology. As a bulk grazer, they are in charge of transforming long grasslands into short grassy environments that are more suitable for other browsers with more selective feeding habits.
Lions are the main predators. When one of the herd members is threatened, the rest of the herd will run to its defense. A group of buffalo is more than capable of repelling an assault by an entire pride of lions. Hunters consider a wounded buffalo bull as the most lethal, which is one of the reasons why this species is included in the so-called “big five.” Many hunting adventures, myths, and legends are based on this trait.
Burchells Zebra
The body stripes are less and wider than those of the Cape Mountain Zebra, and they stretch across the belly. Leg striping is not as noticeable. At the hip, he stands 1.3 to 1.4 meters tall and weighs 300-320 kilograms. They have rounded ears that measure 160-170 mm in length. Between the ears, the front part of the mane forms a black tuft.
It is primarily a grazer that feeds in areas with short grass. Zebras have a solid, sensitive upper lip that they use to collect herbage by collecting it between the lip and the lower incisors before plucking it. Burchell’s Zebras live in small groups, usually consisting of one stallion and one mare with their offspring. Bachelor classes are made up of non-breeding stallions. Stallions in the herd range in age from four to twelve years old. Family groups congregate in large numbers around water holes and preferred grazing areas.
They are sometimes seen alongside wildebeest, other plains antelope, and baboons.
You can see these animals while on a safari after your stay with us.
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