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  George, South Africa - History, Facts and Tourism   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
George Town, the first new district in the colony under British control, was duly proclaimed on 23 April 1811.
George Museum was opened on 3 April 1968 in the old drostdy (magistracy), which was built in 1811-13.
George is one of a few towns in the country with a railway museum.
about-south-africa.com /html/george.html   (1035 words)

  
 George South Africa - Tours & Accommodation in George South Africa
George is the sixth oldest town in South Africa, situated at the centre of the Garden Route halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth and just south of Oudtshoorn.
The town is built on a ten kilometre plateau between the majestic Outeniqua Mountain to the north and the Indian Ocean to the south.
George has many historical landmarks to be visited, such as ‘The Slave Tree’ which is an ancient English Oak planted by Landdrost van Kervel.
www.go2africa.com /top_destinations/george.asp   (483 words)

  
 George, South Africa from London Gatwick - Flight Comparison.co.uk
The flights to George may not be available at the listed price on the particular dates you wish to travel - they may even only be available for a day or two during the month.
It is 28 miles south of London on Junction 9 of the M23, just 10 minutes from the M25.
One of South Africa's chief coastal cities along the Garden Route, George is uninspiring to say the least.
www.flightcomparison.co.uk /flightcomparison/flights/flyGeorgefromLondon_Gatwicklgwgrj.htm   (494 words)

  
 George South Africa Guide
Any time of the year is good for visiting the area, depending if you enjoy a peaceful retreat during the winter months, or a bustling holiday destination during the summer.
George also has an extremely sophisticated infrastructure with banks, conference facilities, businesses, major shopping chains, transport and sporting facilities, yet retaining its small town and country atmosphere of peace and tranquility.
George has much to offer the visitor with its city-like infrastructure but not forgetting its small town roots.
www.gardenroute.org /george   (389 words)

  
 Golf South Africa - George Golf Club   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The George Golf Course is a beautifully manicured, 72 par, 18 hole course, with bent greens, set in the heart of the Garden Route.
For the last 10 years this course has been rated in the top 10 golf courses in South Africa.
George Golf Club has over the years hosted many top S.A.G.A. Tournaments as well as the SA Amateur Championships.
www.golfsa.se /holiday/Courses/George_course.asp   (154 words)

  
 George South Africa Guide
Ant time of the year is good for visiting the area, depending if you enjoy a peaceful retreat during the winter months, or a bustling holiday resort during the summer.
Situated on a 10 kilometer plateau between the majestic Outeniqua Mountain to the north and the Indian ocean to the South.
George is situated close to various airports which makes it easily accessible.
www.gardenroute.co.za /george/geohome.htm   (424 words)

  
 George South Africa.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
George is the largest town along the Garden Route and is 12 km inland from the coast in a
The town was founded in 1811 and has several points of interest such as the Old Drostdy (dating from 1812) and the King Edward VII library (1905).
George also has the oldest Roman Catholic Church in SA (dating from 1848), and a Dutch Reformed Church (1843).
www.travel-2-africa.com /westerncape/george.html   (214 words)

  
 1730s in South Africa - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
See also: 1720s in South Africa, other events of 1730s, 1740s in South Africa and the Timeline of South African history.
18 December - The first Moravian mission station in South Africa is established in Genadendal near present-day Caledon by George Schmidt, "The Apostle of the Hottentots"
1 April Hendrik Swellengrebel becomes the first South African born Governor when he is appointed Governor of the Cape
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/1730s_in_South_Africa   (251 words)

  
 BBC News | AFRICA | South Africa's struggle with racism
One of them, Sindy, said: "I will never abandon her, I will always come here, in fact our relationship is strengthened because of what has happened".
On the streets of George white people also condemn the attack, but some still prefer to keep their distance from other communities.
In small towns like George South Africa's different races are still leading very separate lives.
news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/world/africa/1511723.stm   (498 words)

  
 luxury hotel George | Fancourt Hotel & Country Club | South Africa luxury hotel
Fancourt, South Africa’s premier golfing and leisure destination, lies at the foot of the majestic Outeniqua Mountains, in the heart of the world-famous Garden Route district.
A major attraction in the area is the Outeniqua Choo Tjoe, an historic steam train that travels between George and the town of Knysna, where you can pick up enjoyable ferry rides on the lagoon.
George Airport is five mins from the resort while Cape Town Airport is four hours and 30 mins (40 mins by air).
www.ghotw.com /hotel/home/fancourt.htm   (456 words)

  
 George South Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
For information about travelling in George or for destination guides about other cities in South Africa, go to our Travel Guides page.
Information about hotels in George, South Africa is subject to change at very short notice and confirmation of its accuracy should be sought whenever possible.
Yay Africa.com is not responsible for breach of contract or any intentional or negligent action on the part of third party suppliers, which results in any loss, damage, delay or injury to you or your travel companions.
www.yayafrica.com /africa/South-Africa-01-George.html   (291 words)

  
 CityIndex Travel: Accommodation: Hotel accomodation in George South Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
George: Maitland St Ambleside is a 4-Star luxury guest house with 8 luxury and standard rooms for 20 persons, situated in countryside famous for Hops and Strawberries, (The Outeniqua Country Hop Tourist Route) only a short drive to George centre and George Airport.
George Bed & Breakfast is situated in a quiet suburb of George about 1 km from the centre of town.
George with it?s many restaurants, golf courses, cinemas, airport and steam train is the ideal base from which to tour the entire Garden Route area.
cityindex.com /travel/south_africa/george   (1866 words)

  
 Zebra Lodge, George, South Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Zebra Lodge is situated on a farm that has been commercially farmed by the Van Der Westhuysen family for six generations.
Built in 1870, the Lodge is a fully equipped farmhouse that has been restored to it's full glory of shiny Yellowwood floors and Oregon Pine windows, doors and ceilings.
South Africa Accommodation :: Cape Town Hotels & Guest Houses :: South Africa Travel
www.roomsforafrica.com /establishment.do?id=800   (235 words)

  
 King George South Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Below is a list of some of the most popular hotels in King George South Africa.
For information about travelling in King George or for destination guides about other cities in South Africa, go to our Travel Guides page.
Information about hotels in King George, South Africa is subject to change at very short notice and confirmation of its accuracy should be sought whenever possible.
www.yayafrica.com /africa/South-Africa-01-King-George.html   (297 words)

  
 South Africa, George
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George is a large prosperous town which forms a junction along the Garden Route, where the main road continues along the coast and another route heads north over the Outeniqua mountains to the Little Karoo town of Oudtshoorn.
George lies on a coastal plateau about 8kms from the coast and is the start (or finish) point for one of the most splendid railway journeys in the world.
www.which-way.com /africa-guide/destinationsg2a/DestID~155   (167 words)

  
 Cedar Manor, George, South Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Children under the age of 12 are not permitted.
CedarManor is situated in the heart of the Garden Route and makes an excellent location from which to plan your daily activities.
Minutes away from the superb golfing venues of Fancourt, George Golf Club and a multitude of other highly rated golf courses, fascinating Oudtshoorn, miles of glorious beaches, whale and dolphin viewing and so much more, CedarManor let's you make the most of your holidays.
www.roomsforafrica.com /establishment.do?id=276   (209 words)

  
 Fancourt Hotel & Country Club - George South Africa Hotels - Hotel Finders
The Fancourt Hotel is South Africa's only member of the prestigious "Preferred Hotels and Resorts Worldwide" and "Great Golf Resorts of the World" Associations.
Fancourt lies at the foot of the majestic Outeniqua Mountains - in the heart of the world famous Garden Route situated in the Southern Cape.
Fancourt is 8 kms from the George Airport and the centre of town.
reservations.hotelfinderafrica.com /hotel/10006084-10227191O.html   (316 words)

  
 George, South Africa Car Rental Guide from Auto Europe
George is a bit out of the way and that suits this capital of South Africa's "Garden Route" very well.
George is the sixth oldest European settlement in South Africa and was named after King George III, the reigning British monarch in 1811 when the town was founded.
Opened in 1928 and declared a preserved line in 1993, it is South Africa's last regularly scheduled steam train service and operates on the Outeniqualand Preserved Railway line.
www.autoeurope.com /car-rental/George-rental-guide.cfm   (423 words)

  
 George, South Africa from Edinburgh - Flight Comparison.co.uk
Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city is situated in the South East of Scotland.
The airport is just to the west of the city centre and can be reached from the city using public transport or by means of a dedicated taxi service.
If you can be flexible in which airport you depart from, you can choose to view departures from Scottish and NI Airports to George, which will return departures from Glasgow to George as well.
www.flightcomparison.co.uk /flightcomparison/flights/flygeorgefromedinburghedigrj.htm   (470 words)

  
 George Accommodation - 8 Accommodation Listings in George South Africa
George Accommodation in Blanco, Near Fancourt, George, Western Cape, Garden Route, South Africa
Malvern Manor is a Cape Dutch style country house, set in beautiful large gardens on a 50-acre dairy farm in the foothills of the Outeniqua mountains.
George Accommodation in Victoria Bay, George, Western Cape, Garden Route, South Africa
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 Hotels in George South Africa South Africa - Discount Hotel Online Reservations, Cheapest Rates Guaranteed
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 Groeneweide Guided Day Hike George South Africa
The trail is situated in the Groenkop Indigenous Forest near George South Africa.
Scheduled flights link George (principal town of the Garden Route) with all the major centers in the country.
Surrounded by indigenous forests, the delightful town of George nestles on a coastal plateau at the foot of one of the highest peaks in the Outeniqua mountain range.
www.geocities.com /groeneweidehike   (783 words)

  
 Discount Hotels George, South Africa - Hotel-Rates.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Hotel-Rates.com is the traveler's source for cheap and discount hotel rates in George, South Africa.
South AfricaS Only Member Of The Prestigious Preferred Hotels And Resorts Worldwide And Great Golf Resorts Of The World Associations.
The King George Protea Hotel Is Ideally Located For Both Business And Pleasure And Overlooks The Famous George Golf Club.
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 Cheap Flight to George, South Africa (George Flights)
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 George Hotels - Lodging & Accommodations in George South Africa - RoomsANYWHERE   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
We provide list of hotels in George with detailed information about accommodations in the area.
Below you will find our George hotel directory to help you whether you are traveling with your family on vacation or business.
We specialize in discount hotels in George - South Africa, resorts, hotels, George luxury hotels and George family hotel rooms.
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 George apartments / flats | apartments / flats George, South Africa
Choose your George travel destination then select from a wide range of accommodation.
It is essential to book early if you travel to Cape Town, Durban or along the Garden Route to Knysna, Plettenberg Bay etc for your holiday, especially in the George high season.
South Africa has many National Parks, Game Reserves and Private Game Reserves with luxury Game Lodges and tent accommodation for the traveler that would like to be close to nature.
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 George ZA Hotels and Motels - Cheap and Luxury Hotels George South Africa
Most of the hotels listed in George offer discounts of up to 40% on reservations for accommodation booked on-line.
There are four fine restaurants - Cuisine, Italian, Grill Rooms, Health as well as 24 hour room service and a state of the art conference and business center, w...
Find special offers available for selected George hotels in South Africa and destinations world wide.
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 Kwelanga Country Retreat - George - South Africa
Be sure to enjoy the very best the Garden Route has to offer with Kwelanga Country Retreat as a prefered base to explore from.
Driving from Cape Town or from Port Elizabeth approaching the main road of George (York Street), turn down towards the sea.
Drive through the small town called Pacaltsdorp and look for a huge sign "Kwelanga Country Retreat" within the next 1km.
www.kwelanga.co.za /contact.html   (105 words)

  
 Bay Villa, South Africa   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Bay Villa can be your home during the greatest golf event ever to be held in South Africa at one of the country's most beautiful courses.
As golfers from all over the world will be flocking to the George area during the event, make sure you don't miss out on our luxury accommodation, reasonable rates and friendly, efficient service.
Bay Villa is situated in Herold's Bay, which lies in the heart of the famous Garden Route 15 km West of the town of George.
www.sulako.com /bayvilla   (306 words)

  
 Acorn Guest House Accommodation George Garden Route South Africa
It possess some of the most stunning architecture in George.
The pulpit is magnificent and made of Stinkwood, the roof, floor and benches are of Yellowwood.
George is in the centre of all activities in the Garden Route!
www.acornguesthouse.co.za /activities.htm   (402 words)

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