With its classic yet contemporary architecture set on the site of one of Franschhoek’s original country retreats, Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa exudes an exclusive charm and Cape country vernacular, with thatched roofs etched against granite mountains and a blue sky.

Complete with state-of-the-art facilities, Le Franschhoek also offers the largest conference facilities in the Franschhoek winelands area, with five conference rooms able to seat between 10 and 140 people.
“Due to the economic climate, it is essential to find a conferencing venue that offers value and caters to business needs while not compromising on a luxurious, memorable experience”, says General Manager Eben Lassen.
Le Franschhoek’s luxurious retreat offering, nestled in a beautiful location, makes for some innovative conference break-aways whether it’s horse-back riding, team-building exercises, time out at Camelot Spa or soaking up the café culture of the Franschhoek village.
“We have seen a 400% increase in corporate conferencing mainly due to the ‘partnership mind-set’ we share with our clients to ensure event success,” adds Eben.
Indeed, Le Franschhoek’s “business in the country” experience also offers an authentic wine-house and gastronomics in the unique Le Verger restaurant where guests sit al fresco beneath glass-roofs, framing a spellbinding view for team building after a productive conference session.
“Our facilities, unique activities and most importantly our family of staff are key ingredients to holding a successful conference or event, all of which was evident during a month-long BMW Germany launch earlier this year - which they announced had been their best launch ever!” adds Eben Lassen.
With a variety of 63 stylish rooms Le Franschhoek has accommodation to suit any number of groups. Choose from Valley-facing to the River Suites with their luxurious gardens, Vineyard Suites or chic Garden Suites set around a rose garden. 

Award-winning Le Franschhoek’s other facilities also include Dish Restaurant, a swimming pool, tennis court, ballroom, and a cigar lounge for those glorious nights.

But it’s the extraordinary setting and the post-conference relaxation elements which will ensure that Le Franschhoek Hotel presents itself as the ultimate stress-free Cape conference venue.

• The conferencing package is available until September 2011.

City.Mobi

Also in South Africa today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to Cape Town.

City.Mobi offers the most comprehensive mobile travel guides available, with over 800 cities in 200 countries listed. Each is developed by the City.Mobi team to combine into a single global travel directory.

However, each city retains its own mobile identity via a dedicated domain. Already on offer are Brussels.Mobi, Paris.Mobi, Sanfrancisco.Mobi and Sydney.Mobi.

CapeTown.mobi is the latest in this illustrious line up, offering click to call functionality – which means no scribbling down telephone numbers.

Most entries are also linked to websites where users can quickly access more detailed information if needed.

Other key features include information on accommodation, restaurants, attractions, entertainment, nightlife, shopping, and transport.

City.Mobi guides include user reviews and traveller utilities such as a translation guide, currency converter, news and local weather guide.