Best of the Best – Pensioner Discounts and Benefits – 9 April 2025

Steenbok Farm Cottages – Escape to luxurious, pet-friendly self-catering cottages just 1.5 hours from Cape Town, with breathtaking Witzenberg Mountain views. Enjoy a private wood-fired hot tub or splash pool, hiking trails, and sundowners with stunning sunsets. Perfect for relaxation and adventure!

Otters Den Self Catering Cottages – Get 15% off midweek stays or 20% off with a 2-night stay at a picturesque KZN Midlands retreat. Stay in fully-equipped cottages with cozy fireplaces, jacuzzi baths, and stunning views. Relax with a Weber braai, overlooking grazing cows and serene countryside.

Kob Inn – Head to Kob Inn Beach Resort on the stunning Wild Coast with spacious beachfront rooms and three daily meals. Relax with beach walks or adventure with horse rides, fishing, and tennis. YEI members pay just R910 per person, including meals (excluding December).

Africamps – Experience luxury glamping with Africamps at 18 breathtaking South African locations. Stay in spacious tents with queen-sized beds, en-suite showers, and private decks with panoramic views and wood-fired hot tubs. YEI Members get 20% off midweek stays until Dec 31, 2025 (excluding peak season).

Uvongo River Resort – Family-friendly, Italian village-style accommodation just 400m from the beach. Enjoy a pool, mini-golf, lush gardens, and fully equipped apartments. Pensioners get 20% off midweek stays (Sunday-Thursday evenings) – the perfect spot to relax and explore!

Edge of Eden – Where isolation meets civilisation, Edge of Eden is the perfect getaway. From single units with wood-fired hot tubs to a Luxury family unit which can accommodate up to six people, you can enjoy a private patios and amazing views on your own or as a  family. If you book for two nights or longer there is a 20% discount for Pensioners 65 years and up.

Berthas – Craving a laid-back yet stylish lunch? Head to Bertha’s for fresh seafood, including oysters, prawns, and our famous platters. Enjoy cocktails at sunset or a cozy dinner, and don’t miss the special Pensioners Menu!

Platteland Tours – Visit Namibia, Eswatini or Mozambique in 2025 with your own vehicle in a Self-Drive group lead by a tour leader. Safe and secure.  Any sedan vehicle is suitable. Tours depart from Gauteng.  Further information on these tours can be found here.

Bluesky Arniston – A  charming, deluxe Guesthouse in the quaint, tranquil village of Arniston.  Fantastic breakfast, warm welcome and an unforgettable experience.  Check out their pensioner special valid from 22 April till 30 November 2025. Find out more at https://youve-earned-it.co.za/site/bluesky-arniston-guesthouse

Did you know that Trans-50 retirement villages have residential villages for the over-50s in six regions in South Africa – Cape Town, Pretoria, Boksburg, Bloemfontein and Kimberley?  They offer frail care, home care, health care, a wellness programme, lifestyle enrichment programmes, catering, sporting activities and fun for everyone and a whole lot more. Why not head over to https://youve-earned-it.co.za/site/trans-50-residential-villages-for-the-over-50s and check them out.