If you’ve never visited the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, you’re missing out – plain and simple. With its stunning natural beauty, quirky shops, fun activities and renowned restaurants, the Midlands has something for everyone. And as Team #FinishTime recently discovered, The Little Cottages in Howick is the perfect base from which to explore the Midlands. Of course, our trip to the area was to time a race rather than to enjoy a holiday, but that didn’t stop…
"The Little Cottages"Tag: KwaZulu-Natal
KZN’s north coast has a well-deserved reputation as being a costal paradise and if you’re looking for somewhere to make the most of the sun-kissed shores, Chakas Rock Chalets 15 in Ballito is the ideal place to do so. While heading up the coast from our Kloof base to time a race, a group of our team members had the chance to stay at Number 15 and reported back that they wished they’d had far…
"Chakas Rock Chalets 15"
When converging on Durban to time the prestigious Comrades Marathon, members of Team #FinishTime who live in various far-flung parts of South Africa had the opportunity to stay in Morningside’s eMakhosini Boutique Hotel. As its website advertises, this hotel is a delightful blend of French colonial and traditional Zulu. The décor is eclectic, with wood panelling in some communal areas complemented by regal blue walls and chandeliers in others. There are three types of rooms…
"eMakhosini Boutique Hotel"
There are many reasons why you might find yourself in the KwaZulu-Natal Battlefields. You may be a history buff interested in visiting the array of local museums and historic sites. You may be taking advantage of the game-viewing opportunities that the region offers. You may be there to take part in a race, or, like us, you might be there for work purposes. No matter what your reason for being there is, Arusha Lodge is…
"Arusha Lodge"
Midmar Dam is a well-known icon to anyone who lives in KZN – and also to lots of people who live further afield. One of the big reasons for this is the annual Midmar Mile, which is the world’s biggest open-water swim. Over and above its role as an event locale, Midmar offers a great location for a family weekend away. When timing the Midmar Mile, Team #FinishTime stays in the chalets at Midmar Resort.…
"Midmar Resort"
KwaZulu-Natal’s south coast offers a laid-back seaside charm quite unlike anywhere else in the world. From its seemingly endless beaches to craft shops, beach-adjacent restaurants and bustling tourist hubs, there’s something for everyone. When Team #FinishTime headed to this part of the world to time a race, we stayed at Hlophe’s Place in Hibberdene. It proved to be the perfect place to relax after a hard day’s race timing. Our room featured a private bathroom,…
"Hlophe’s Place"
Farquhar Lodge’s website describes the establishment as “elegance, tranquillity and warmth in the heart of Ladysmith”. Having stayed their while timing an event in the area, Team #FinishTime can confirm that the lodge truly lives up to its claim. With its beautiful garden, friendly staff and prime location, it makes an ideal stop for anyone going to Ladysmith for work, pleasure or a race. One of the factors our team loved most about Farquhar Lodge…
"Farquhar Lodge"
If you’re heading to KZN’s capital of Pietermaritzburg for a business trip, we highly recommend Regal Inn PMB as a place to rest your head. After spending a couple of nights at Regal Inn, members of our team reported five reasons why they enjoyed their time at Regal Inn PMB. Team #FinishTime had a lovely stay at Regal Inn and would not hesitate to return.
"Regal Inn Pietermaritzburg"
If you’ve ever been to the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, then we don’t need to tell you how quaint and picturesque the area is. What you may not know, however, is that the iconic Anew Hotel Hilton, originally established in 1936, boasts 97 renovated rooms with every modern amenity. Whether you’re in the area for a race, for work or just to explore, Anew Hotel Hilton is an ideal home base in the Midlands. We asked our…
"Anew Hilton Hotel"
Since Team #FinishTime’s base is in Kloof, it’s not every day that we look for accommodation in this area. However, when we’re bringing team members from around the country “home” for an event or a company conference, it’s time to look for accommodation close to home. Southey House in Kloof proved to be a wonderful temporary home for team members coming in from various parts of the country. They got to enjoy breathtaking views over…
"Southey House"