BILENE CLUB RESORTNewsletter

With Bilene Club Lodge having officially re-opened its doors on 05th September 2014 we would like to take this opportunity of thanking all those owners who have “hung in there”.

Here’s wishing you many happy holidays at Bilene Club Lodge!!!!

After months of uncertainty and frustration Leisure Options (Pty) Ltd has finally negotiated agreements with Barclays Bank, Maputo; the Developers and the Landowners.

The task of sourcing contractors to tender for the recommencement of building at the resort will begin in the new yearOur first task is to complete the units that are half built. This will take place during 2015 & 2016. The units in question are the 2 front houses no’s. 2 & 3 and Block 12. This will help accommo-date the fractional owners whose units have not been built as yet together with the owners in Unit 12 whom have chosen not to move to an alternative unit.

A maintenance program will also be put in place to start upgrading the existing units. With the replacement of certain appliances, softs such as bedding, linen etc. We will keep the owners updated with the progress and ask that although you have all shown considerable patience thus far to bear with us until we can get things right. Due to the non-collection of levies the coffers are a little dry so we request that all owners pay their levies timeously so that we can build up a reserve and start getting those units looking fabulous again. Any suggestions of what should be done first will be most welcome.

Please note that even if you do not occupy levies are still due and payable. With regards to space banking. Unfortunately, this is not an option at the moment. We will be negotiating with various exchange companies and hope to get one of them on-board during the 1st quarter of 2015. This will then enable you to become members of the exchange com-pany and space bank and exchange into alternative resorts through them. We are hoping with the improvements at your “home resort”, Bilene Club Lodge will be your favoured desti-nation. At the moment if you are unable to occupy your allocated time please let us know and we will see what alternative dates are available.

Rental Pool – we do not operate a rental pool. However, we do have a sister company “Dream Breaks” who will endeavour to let out your time should they have any enquiries. A commission will be charged. Please be advised that this service is not guaranteed.

Your contact persons are:

Resort Queries:Elaine Gravett: Tel: 011-267-8326 Email: elainag@dreamvacs.com

Levies:Godfrey Wilson: Tel: 011-267-8340Email: godfreyw@dreamvacs.com

Bilene Club Lodge Manager: Jacques de Wet: Cell: 00258-825-147-571Email: bileneclublodge@gmail.com

CROSS BORDER INFOContact Details Mozambique Consulate General +27 (011) 327-5704/ 5/ 7/ 9

Mozambique High Commission +27 (012) 401-0300

Komati Border Post +258 2155 0010

Lebombo Border Post +27 (013) 793-7201

Lebombo Border Post Police +27 (013) 793-7311

SA Representative Tel: +258 2149 1614 Email: consular@tropical.co.mz

Visas Visas are not required by SA passport holders for tourism purposes for a stay of up to 30 days.

For more information regarding food restrictions, passports/visa and pet travel enquiries, please contact the consulate/embassy – contact details above.

Health Requirements

Compulsory Vaccinations Yellow Fever (if coming from an affected area)

Recommended Vaccinations Typhoid Hepatitis A & B Tetanus Polio Typhoid

Precautions Malaria risk

Documents Required

• Valid passport of the driver • Certified copy of vehicle registration papers in the name of the driver • Letter of authority from the registered owner if the vehicle is not owned by the driver • If vehicle is still being financed, carry a letter of authority from the bank (must include

dates of travel) together with the vehicle license papers. • Valid driver's license

• Temporary Import Permit for vehicle: Compulsory - approximately R15 payable in Meticals

• Third-Party Insurance: Compulsory - available at any AA Accredited Sales Agent store; R160 (valid for 30 days)

• Red Warning Triangles: 2 triangles required (does not need to be displayed on car) • Reflective Jacket: If more than two people are travelling in the car, then two jackets

will be required (to be used when changing a tyre, at an accident scene, or if loading) • Immigration Fees: R17.50 per person • Declaration Form for Vehicle: Cost is approximately R50 • Yellow and Blue Mozambique Warning Triangle: Two stickers required if towing a

trailer; one in the front of the vehicle (on the bumper) and one on the rear of the trailer • ZA Sticker: Available at any AA Accredited Sales Agent • International Driving Permit: Recommended

BILENE CLUB RESORTNewsletter