Resort Suites at Legend Golf & Safari Resort

The Legend Golf and Safari Resort consists of an exceptional golf course with a luxury estate as well as facilities where wildlife and spectacular landscapes are all part of an intended lifestyle. The Resort is situated within the Entabeni Safari Conservancy in the malaria-free Waterberg Region of the Limpopo Province of South Africa, where the Big Five roam free.

This unique resort sets new standards in exclusivity and tranquillity. It reflects the rich cultural legacy of this ancient part of Africa. An exceptional residential estate, where the Big Five roam free, epitomises a wholesome family lifestyle in the bushveld.

The Resort features the presegiuos IFA legends Private Residence Club, complimented by an 18 Hole championship golf course, a golf academy, a driving range, a hotel, recreational facilities, a wellness centre, a 'Field of Legends' sports complex as well as a multi-functional conference centre.

The design and layout of the Resort has been done in a way that minimizes the impact of the development on the natural environment - It preserves the pristine bushveld and makes the resort one of the most environmentally sensitive of its kind in Africa.

An open vehicle safari at Entabeni Safari Conservancy is an exhilarating experience for nature and wildlife lovers. Open 4x4 vehicles ensure close encounters with the Big Five and numerous wildlife species.Qualified and knowledgeable game rangers will take visitors on an educational journey of breathtaking scenery, diverse vegetation and prolific bird - and wildlife.

For more Information about the Resort suites at Legend Golf & Safari Resort

Contact Kevin Wash on +27 (0) 32 538 1205

Q&A with Alex Bosch

The former Timeshare Institute of Southern Africa (TISA) recently re-branded to VOASA – Vacation Ownership Association of Southern Africa, why was this?

[AB] The Timeshare Institute of Southern Africa (TISA) was officially landed in 1993 with the mission and object intention to govern business practices within the Timeshare industry through a Code of Conduct to protect the interest of both consumers and the industry and promoting an equitable, negotiated balance between these interests.  The industry in 1993 consisted of conventional timeshare week modules utilised by timeshare owners.

The industry has since evolved through the introduction of new products based on the underlying timeshare structures such as timeshare points, vacation clubs, destination clubs and fractional ownership, giving the consumer greater flexibility and choice.  In 2007 TISA created a business strategy plan in terms of which these new products would be incorporated in the industry which had evolved to a model of shared vacation ownership products and to re-brand the industry, hence the name change and re-branding to Vacation Ownership Association of Southern Africa (VOASA) to embrace all stakeholders in the shared vacation ownership industry.

SAAFI also merged with VOASA - Does this imply that VOASA are the only shared vacation ownership body in Southern Africa?

[AB] VOASA is the only shared vacation ownership body or association with a code of conduct agreed with and mandated by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – other informal associations may exist but are not known by VOASA.

Is VOASA a voluntary organisation?

[AB] VOASA is a self-regulated non-profit association funded through it's membership base with no governmental subsidy

How many members does VOASA have?

[AB] The current membership of  VOASA totals 197 members; the greater majority thereof being corporate entities

What services does your organisation offer vacation ownership companies and individuals?

[AB] VOASA offers guidance on legislation affecting the industry; ensuing that accommodation schemes are, structured correctly in terms of the required legal framework; attending on general enquiries or complaints received pertaining to the industry and an alternative dispute resolution through mediation.

What membership categories do you offer?

[AB] VOASA offers membership in Developer, Exchange Organisation, Owners Association, Brokers and managing agent categories.

What events to VOASA have planned for 2010?

[AB] VOASA will attend a stand at the Annual Indaba Exposition, various workshops for members as well as the Annual VOASA Conference 29 to 31 August 2010 in Durban, South Africa.

Has your organisation assisted resorts with offering accommodation for the 2010 FIFA world cup visitors?

[AB] VOASA assisted a number of timeshare resorts and vacation clubs to engage in discussion with MATCH, the accommodation arm of FIFA 2010, and to enter into agreements endorsed by VOASA.

What major changes do you for see for the shared vacation ownership industry over the next 12 months?

[AB] As in all property related industries, the shared vacation ownership market has been negatively affected by the current economic downturn.

Indications are positive that the economy and thus the property market will pick up later in 2010. Against this, our industry is faced with the challenges of the new Companies Act 2008 and the Consumer Protection 2008, both statures of legislation coming into effect during 2010; to balance the effect and the sustainability of the industry to positively grow.