South Africa is an amazing country.  It has a rich and complicated history, and has been witness to some of the most remarkable revolutions of the past century.  There are magnificent museums dedicated to the history of apartheid and the liberation of South Africa, as well as museums celebrating the best in African and international art.  It is a land with great natural wonders, exquisite beaches, and a wine country that is worth writing home about.  It has seen the birth of many fascinating intellectuals and artists, and continues to attract some of the most creative minds in the world.  It also has some of the world’s best hotels.  South Africa is a delightful place for the discerning world traveler, and our hotels are designed to offer a hospitality that is like none other on the planet.

After a gorgeous rest in our gorgeous rooms, you’ll feel a sense of rejuvenation that is the perfect state of being in which to experience this marvelous place.  Whatever city you happen to be staying, there are multitudes of attractions that will appeal to guests of all ages.  One of the most exciting things about South Africa in recent years is the new evolutions in world music.  It has a beat that truly cannot stand still, and sees rich talents from all walks of life.  You may not have heard of Colbert Mukwevho before, but once you do, he’s difficult to forget.  He’s a reggae performer from South Africa who is a cultural icon and hero to many of the young people here.

He sings in Tshivenda, Tsonga, and English and is one of many talents to rise from the villages in South Africa.  He counts his inspirations in the teachings and lessons of his musical family, which continues with his talented son Percy.  His story is a fascinating and harrowing one, coming from a town in Transvaal province, and seeing his family torn apart in the worst days of apartheid.  His voice has often been compared to Bob Marley, and the message is very much the same.  He has released over 20 albums, and recently recorded for the TVEP, the Thohoyandou Victim Empowerment Program which deals with domestic violence and AIDS issues in South Africa today.   His music has the same liberatory potential as some of the best Jamaican reggae, and the still relatively young Mukwevho has an important role to play in the career that still lies largely ahead of him.

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