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The Collection by Liz McGrath, Luxury of the Unexpected

2012-08-16 by Phil Butler

The Plettenberg Hotel

Anyone reading this article might be a bit surprised on learning about South African hospitality surpassing even European standards. Surprise being an ethereal part of wonder, imagine discovering old world charm and traditional luxury blended with 21st Century “wired”. The Liz McGrath’s Collection of three 5 star hotels is not your typical visitation on exclusive, not by a long shot.

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