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A cosy winter weekend break with Maropeng

Don’t let the cold weather get you down this winter. Why not treat yourself to a weekend away at Maropeng. Get away from the stress of the city with that special someone and book a night’s stay at the luxurious Maropeng Hotel. Only an hour’s drive from Johannesburg, this four-star boutique hotel is the perfect place to escape to this season.

Maropeng Hotel a highlight for visitors

A trip to Maropeng promises something for every member of the family, a claim backed by positive feedback from visitors who have enjoyed their experience to the full. Whether it’s exploring the Sterkfontein Caves, embarking on an exciting expedition, or relaxing at the luxurious Maropeng Hotel and tucking into a delectable meal at one of our restaurants, you’re guaranteed a level of quality and uniqueness that you’ll be hard-pressed to find elsewhere.

Family fun at Maropeng this Easter

April, the month of public holidays and long weekends, is upon us. If you’re going to be in Gauteng this month, rest assured that there will be loads to do in the Cradle of Humankind.

Maropeng has many exciting events planned this Easter for the whole family to enjoy, from accommodation specials and riveting tours to fun, Easter-themed activities and competitions.

New menu for Maropeng

The Maropeng Hotel restaurant recently updated its menu and added a range of new, exciting, five-star dishes. From rack of lamb to delicious springbok carpaccio and decadent desserts including homemade tiramisu and fruit salad with cinnamon ice cream, the new menu will surely tantalise your taste buds.

Maropeng Boutique Hotel holiday special – photo essay

Make the most of the upcoming weekend by spoiling a loved one at the Maropeng Boutique Hotel.

Enjoy a luxurious getaway at the Cradle of Humankind for only R940 per person, per night sharing, including dinner, bed and breakfast. This special is available for adults only and is running until January 9, 2011.

Calling all jazz lovers

Join the Chromatics for jazzy Sunday lunches at the Maropeng Hotel, launching on July 4, 2009.

Established musicians Michael Ramasimont and Bareng Seilane make up this jazz duo. Maropeng Marketing Manager Erica Saunders says, “We auditioned a lot of bands, but really liked their sound.”

The Chromatics, influenced by jazz greats Duke Ellington and Sergio Mendes, produce a mixture of old school and modern jazz.

Saving the world one carpool at a time

Local weatherman and environmentalist Simon Gear has written an excellent book to help us live greener lives. Going Green: 365 Ways to Change our World is a day-by-day guide to reducing your carbon footprint and leading a more sustainable life.

Stargazing in the rain

The rain drew a gauzy curtain across the view of the hills. Beyond the glistening deck, there was a grey haze where the Magaliesberg range should have been, fading to blue in the distance.

Inside, in a comfy chair, I sipped hot chocolate, while Vincent Nettmann, Maropeng’s resident astronomer, set up the projector. Other guests mingled, enjoying the complimentary welcome drinks, under the watchful eye of Sylvia Makgetla, Maropeng’s sales and marketing assistant and our host for the evening. The question on everyone’s mind was “How do we stargaze when it’s pouring down outside?”

Congratulations Monica de Bruyn – winner of our loyalty card survey prize

Last month Maropeng conducted a survey to determine the level of interest the public would have in a Maropeng loyalty card.

Participants were automatically entered in to a draw for a prize, and Monica de Bruyn came out tops!

Hard work and mussel power get Maropeng chef ahead – Kenosi Mosito

The first time Kenosi Mosito, Commis Chef at the Maropeng Hotel, saw mussels was when she had to prepare them for hotel guests. “I was very excited because I didn’t know there were such things. I tasted one with some dressing and had to chew it for a long time before I could swallow,” she says.

Learning new things is something Kenosi does every day as she prepares food for the hotel restaurant. It is also what she enjoys most about her job. “I work hard and I’m learning lots,” she says with a shy smile.