GIVEAWAY: Celebrating 100 pet-friendly listings

Posted on Thu May 23, 2024 in Competitions.

Hello, friend! Welcome to HolidayDOG, your go-to website for trusted pet-friendly holiday accommodation spots across South Africa.

We were celebrating a major milestone of ONE HUNDRED x 100% verified listings with an exciting pet-friendly giveaway valued at R24 000, but this competition is now closed.

SOME BACKGROUND

HolidayDOG launched on September 1st last year, and achieving 100% verified listings in just 8 months is a significant milestone! Why? Well, it's not just about 100+ site visits or video calls; it's about carefully curating 100+ unique profiles with essential travel tips. This milestone means there are now 100+ trusted options for pet-friendly holidays, giving us peace of mind when booking our next adventure with our furry friends.

The R24,000 prize is generously sponsored by our handpicked local partners, showcasing owner-run venues rooted in South African pride and dedicated to sustainability. These values align closely with HolidayDOG's ethos, driving us to uphold them across all our business endeavours.

WHAT IS THE PRIZE?

  • 4 nights at either THE OAKS or MILKWOOD AT TREEBIA
  • a luxurious leather travel bag from SAVANNAH AFRICA
  • a cozy K9 Camper dog bed from PETS furever
  • a generous assortment of natural human and pet products from SIMPLY BEE
  • a R1000 gift voucher from CHOMMIES
  • a Photoshoot with you and your furry companion by THE GOOD HOLIDAY.

A HOLIDAY at MILKWOOD AT TREEBIA

Experience the ultimate pet-friendly getaway at Milkwood at Treebia, nestled in Plettenberg Bay's lush forest. This fully fenced cottage sleeps 2 humans and 2 dogs of any size or breed. You can learn more about this fabulous destination HERE.

A HOLIDAY at THE OAKS on Katrinasrust

Nestled in the captivating Mpumalanga province, The Oaks offers a warm and pet-friendly retreat with a range of attractions for both humans and dogs. This fully fenced cottage sleeps 10 guests and welcomes 5 dogs of any size or breed. You can learn more about THE OAKS here.

A BOMBASSA BAG BY SAVANNAH AFRICA

SAVANNAH AFRICA, founded by Savannah Hanni, has emerged as a beacon of conservation and luxury, intertwining the worlds of fashion and wildlife preservation. With her profound love for Africa and its wildlife, the brand pledges to donate 10% of its sales towards conservation efforts.

One of the underlying principles revolves around the fundamental concept of 'know who made your bag.' This embodies a commitment to transparency, ethical sourcing, and empowering local artisans in Africa.

A COLLECTION OF PRODUCTS BY SIMPLY BEE

SIMPLY BEE, nestled in Hopefield, 140 km north of Cape Town, is a family-owned business in the heart of the West Coast fynbos area, renowned for its West Coast fynbos honey.

As creators and owners, our mission at Simply Bee is to promote the benefits of natural beeswax products and support bee conservation. Rooted in a family legacy, our handmade products are free from harmful chemicals and synthetic fragrances, ensuring safety and environmental friendliness.

A K9 CAMPER & COVER by PETS FUREVER

The PETS furever K9 CAMPER, designed for rugged adventures, features top-quality, heavy-duty tent canvas that's water-resistant, ideal for active fur family members. You will also receive a K9 cover for your bed to warm up your bed this winter. PETS furever is a Proudly South African brand, crafting everything locally and empowering our community at every stage.

A GIFT VOUCHER from CHOMMIES

Cape Town's Colourful Dog Company, Chommies: For dogs and the people who love them. The name ‘Chommies’ is borrowed from a South African term for ‘pals’. They have a wide range of premium dog accessories including luxury dog collars, leashes, harnesses, dog beds and more.

All of the Chommies collections are handcrafted in their Cape Town studio. Africa is their heartbeat and all things Chommies are designed to brighten days, just like dogs do.

A PHOTOSHOOT WITH DEE LOURENS, founder of THE GOOD HOLIDAY & HolidayDOG

Celebrate your bond with your furry companion with a personalized photoshoot by THE GOOD HOLIDAY (aka Dee), the founder of HolidayDOG. Dee is a widely published travel journalist, and after her Malinois named Meru came into her life, she started this website to ensure pet owners like herself have a place where they can find a portfolio of pet-friendly places and book with confidence.

Terms and Conditions

-By entering this giveaway, participants consent to their email address being shared with HolidayDOG and solely the competition prize partners listed above, in full compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, for their respective newsletter databases.

- Participants must answer all questions correctly for a successful entry into the draw.

- Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or other alternatives.

- Winners are responsible for their own transportation and catering costs to their chosen pet-friendly destination in Plettenberg Bay or Machadodorp, and the location for the photoshoot with THE GOOD HOLIDAY.

- The 4-night stay for the pet-friendly holiday is subject to availability and is limited to Monday to Thursday nights outside of peak season.

- The draw outcome is final, and no correspondence will be entered into regarding the outcome.

- HolidayDOG cannot be held responsible for any prize partner's failure to deliver on their respective promised prizes.

- The giveaway is open only to South African citizens.

- Entries close on 29 July 2024. Winner will be announced on 30 July 2024 on HolidayDOG's Instagram and Facebook platforms.

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