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<feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xml:lang="en"><title>#The Bridge Apartments #iSimangaliso #St.Lucia  - The Bridge Apartments</title><link href="https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/" rel="alternate"></link><link href="http://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/atom/" rel="self"></link><id>https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/</id><updated>2019-08-03T00:00:00+02:00</updated><author><name>The Bridge Apartments</name><email>thebridgeapartmentss@gmail.com</email></author><subtitle></subtitle><rights>Copyright (c) 2026, The Bridge Apartments</rights><entry><title>St Lucia Self Catering Accommodation </title><link href="https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/st-lucia-self-catering-accommodation/" rel="alternate"></link><updated>2019-08-03T00:00:00+02:00</updated><id>https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/st-lucia-self-catering-accommodation/</id><summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;St Lucia located on the North Coast of Kwazulu Natal approximately 225 Km from Durban is a highly contested tourist hub in KZN. This destination is recommended for all travelers from Solo to families.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Bridge Apartments is located at 22 Mckenzie Street in St Lucia amidst the hub of activity from restaurants, shops, pubs and tourist departure points such as whale watching, guided game drives and Estuary Cruises.  Finding accommodation in St Lucia can be a daunting task especially during peak seasons and long weekends. It is always advisable to book your choice of accommodation in advance.  Accommodation varies from Bed and Breakfast, Hotel to Self Catering for those who wish to experience a home away from home break.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Bridge Apartments has 20 Self Catering Apartments that are equipped for a short stay.  All the apartments have refrigeration, cooking equipment and a microwave.  The Apartment sizes range from 45sqm for a one bedroom apartment that sleeps two guests, 65 sqm for a two bedroom apartment that sleeps four guests and a 90 sqm three bedroom apartments that sleeps six guests.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Bridge Apartments provide linen and towels in the service, pool and beach towels are not provided.  Guests that book directly with The Bridge Apartments benefit from Early Checkin or Late Check Out amongst other privileges.  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;There is a swimming pool, squash court and braai facilities available to all guests.  The Bridge Apartments is located on the Estuary, this location offers excellent views of wild life including the prominent African Fish Eagle, Malachite King Fisher, The Hornbill and many other indigenous birds.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;There are warning signs posted around the property related to Hippos that often graze in the garden, this is wonderful, but please keep a fair distance (at least 30m) from the Hippos, &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Bridge Apartments can be contacted directly:  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;EMAIL:  thebridgeapart@gmail.com&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;MOBILE:  081 271 1576&lt;/p&gt;</summary><rights>Copyright (c) 2019, The Bridge Apartments</rights></entry><entry><title>Advantages of booking directly in St Lucia, at The Bridge Apartments</title><link href="https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/advantages-of-booking-directly-in-st-lucia-the-bri/" rel="alternate"></link><updated>2019-08-03T00:00:00+02:00</updated><id>https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/advantages-of-booking-directly-in-st-lucia-the-bri/</id><summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Planning your holiday and Pre-booking your Accommodation offers peace of mind especially when travelling.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Guests that book DIRECTLY with an Establishment often have an advantage in controlling, cancelling, amending or changing their book dates.  Third Party booking agents have lesser control has the Agencies do not have a mandate to implement any changes or Amendments to the booking.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Advantages of BOOKING DIRECTLY with the Establishment:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;*. Guests are guaranteed the BEST and LOWEST Rate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;*. No Hidden Costs&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;*. On-Site Establishment Assistance&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;*. Guests can negotiate to pay a Lower Deposit&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;*. Flight Delays can be Communicated and Accommodated by the Establishment without Penalties.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;*. Guests that Book Directly often benefit from other VIP Privileges like Early Checkin &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;*. Guests can Negotiate Cancellation Waive with the Establishment.&lt;/p&gt;</summary><rights>Copyright (c) 2019, The Bridge Apartments</rights></entry><entry><title>Fishing in St Lucia</title><link href="https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/fishing-in-st-lucia/" rel="alternate"></link><updated>2017-06-20T00:00:00+02:00</updated><id>https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/fishing-in-st-lucia/</id><summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;St Lucia is known as the place to get stuck into a tight line. Anglers has a choice of doing this in the estuary,&lt;br /&gt;on-shore and off-shore. Fishing in St Lucia is exciting and should be on the bucket list for any angler, from the social fisherman to the competition angler.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You have a choice for fishing on the beach or  fly fishing at Charters creek (easy access from Dukuduku Park entrace). Please note you cannot remove and Kob species from the reserve. Recommended light tackle for the perfect grunter entertainment.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Anglers can indulge in rock and surf angling from the most beautiful beaches flanked by the highest dunes in Southern Africa.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Various species can be caught off the surf, grunters, salmon, stump nose, pompano, garrick, various species of sharks and skates for the competitive angler. &lt;br /&gt;Anglers can park at the main swim beach and walk up north to First Rocks (7km). Anglers are often rewarded handsomely for their efforts, more especially during late winter. Mission Rocks is a further 4km from First Rocks.&lt;br /&gt;Cape Vidal is accessible by car, approximately 30km from St Lucia. The Ledges is on the south of Vidal which is accessible on low tide.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Contact The Bridge Apartments for self-catering accommodation: www.thebridgeapartments.co.za or Cell 0837761674 or 0812711576&lt;/p&gt;</summary><rights>Copyright (c) 2017, The Bridge Apartments</rights></entry><entry><title>iSimangaliso Wetland Park</title><link href="https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/isimangaliso-wetland-park/" rel="alternate"></link><updated>2017-03-08T00:00:00+02:00</updated><id>https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/isimangaliso-wetland-park/</id><summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/pages/map/"&gt;The Bridge Apartments - iSimangaliso Wetland Park&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Cape Vidal is 32 km from St Lucia Town. Here you would find pristine beaches, some of the highest dunes in&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Southern African Coastline. Enjoy snorkeling in the most amazing rock pools or catch the big fish of the&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Cape Vidal Beach.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The iSimangaliso Park Times changes:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;April - October  :  06H00 - 18H00&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;November - March : 05H00 - 19H00&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;PLEASE note that VEHICLES are limited to 120 vehicles per day.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;There is a shop at Cape Vidal with limited items.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Purchase your stock from St Lucia before proceeding into the park&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Shoprite Supermarket is next to THE BRIDGE APARTMENTS in St Lucia.&lt;/p&gt;</summary><rights>Copyright (c) 2017, The Bridge Apartments</rights></entry><entry><title>Self Catering Apartments in St Lucia</title><link href="https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/self-catering-in-st-lucia/" rel="alternate"></link><updated>2017-02-04T00:00:00+02:00</updated><id>https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/self-catering-in-st-lucia/</id><summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;There are a number of points to consider before opting for Self Catering Apartments rather than a hotel or lodge.  There are no minimum standards, most apartments are individually owned and managed.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Bridge Apartments located is located in the main street of St Lucia.  These are individual owned apartments that are managed by RE/MAX Sellect Property Group. We have ensured that all apartments adhere to the minimum requirements as per the Tourism Grading Council.  &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The main advantage of Self Catering is the convenience of having all that you require for a short stay at the convenience of not packing extra baggage. The Bridge Apartments in St Lucia is fully equipped, kitchens are equipped with the necessary crockery, cutlery, utensils, pots and pans, fridge, freezer, oven, hob, toaster, kettle and microwave.  The lounge offers sufficient seating, flat screen tv, dstv and plenty of space to put your feet up and just relax. All the apartments have cotton linen, hygiene is important to us therefore each Bed is fitted with a mattress protector, fitted sheet and a crisp flat sheet between the ball fibre duvet inner which is dressed in a cotton duvet bag.  Pillows are dressed with a pillow protector and crisp cotton pillow cases.  We have a range of firm and soft pillows.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Self Catering at The Bridge Apartments in St Lucia is ideal if you are traveling with kids.  They can wander in the lush gardens, laze around the swimming pool or enjoy a game of squash while you unwind. The resort is fenced with remote access.  The Bridge Apartments has a night guard, the guard will help you to your apartment if you arrive late at night. The apartments are spacious, from the one bedroom 48sqm (double the size of a hotel room) up to 107sqm for a three bedroom apartment. The spacious Apartments can accommodate your extra baggage such as bicycles, baby cot or pram.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Rates are charged per apartment, guests can pay as little as R200 per person per night when sharing.  This option is cheaper than booking into a hotel where you are limited to a confined space and limited by number of guests. Self Catering option allows you to prepare your meals in the comfort of your apartment according to your dietary requirements, you have the option of dining out if you are not in the mood to prepare a meal.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Bridge Apartments has a laundromat available to all guests, travelers often choose to travel light as they have the option of a laundromat as opposed to laundry service at a hotel.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Enquire on our website (www.thebridgeapartments.co.za) for web specials or reduced rates when you travel to beautiful St Lucia in Northern Kwazulu Natal &lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;</summary><rights>Copyright (c) 2017, The Bridge Apartments</rights></entry><entry><title>The Bridge Newsletter No. 1</title><link href="https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/the-bridge-newsletter-no-1/" rel="alternate"></link><updated>2016-02-19T00:00:00+02:00</updated><id>https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/the-bridge-newsletter-no-1/</id><summary type="html"></summary><rights>Copyright (c) 2016, The Bridge Apartments</rights></entry><entry><title>The Bridge Apartments - St Lucia</title><link href="https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/stlucia-isimangaliso-wetlands/" rel="alternate"></link><updated>2015-10-11T00:00:00+02:00</updated><id>https://www.thebridgeapartments.co.za/blog/post/stlucia-isimangaliso-wetlands/</id><summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;The Bridge Apartments offers fantastic Self Catering Accommodation.  All apartments are tastefully decorated.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Guests are made to feel at home away from home with the supply of all the necessary to make our guests stay as pleasant as possible.  The kitchens are fully equipped allowing you to cook in or eat out at one of the many restaurants in St Luia.  The Bridge Apartments caters for the upmarket tourists.  The bedding and linen are 100% cotton adding to the comfort of our guests.  The apartments are one of the most popular in St Lucia boasting a squash court, tennis court, private jetty, secure gated access and ample shaded parking. The Bridge Apartments is home away from home.&lt;/p&gt;</summary><rights>Copyright (c) 2015, The Bridge Apartments</rights></entry></feed>