Little Switzerland goes all-inclusive

FOLLOWING the successful relaunch of the Blue Marlin All- Inclusive Seascape in Scottburgh on the KZN South Coast in 2024, Dream Hotels & Resorts has now expanded its all- inclusive model to Little Switzerland Resort in the northern Drakensberg. Little Switzerland’s transition to a fully all- inclusive resort marks a strategic repositioning as it seeks to strengthen its appeal within South Africa’s domestic market. Once a tea garden in the early 1900s, Little Switzerland now offers a scenic, family-friendly mountain retreat that combines alpine-style hospitality with outdoor recreation amid the panoramic Drakensberg landscapes, which are in high demand among domestic travellers. Gerhard van den Heever, GM of Little Switzerland Resort, says going all-inclusive reflects a change in what travellers want and expect from their holiday experiences. “Cost transparency is central to the attractiveness of all-inclusive packages. Guests increasingly favour holiday experiences where expenses are predictable and they are able to budget upfront for a beautiful experience for themselves and their families. This means they can fully enjoy their destination without the distraction of incremental costs.” Offering Under the all-inclusive model, accommodation at Little Switzerland Resort now includes daily breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner as well as selected beverages served during designated hours. The offering also includes access to on-site leisure facilities and recreational activities such as walking trails and mountain bikes for hire, mini golf, ziplining and obstacle courses, a driving range, go-karting and fly fishing. Families are catered for through the Dream Xplorers Kids’ Club (for children aged four to 12), which offers daily themed activities including outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, treasure and bug hunts, guided kids’ walks and tennis games. Younger guests can also enjoy bonfire and marshmallow roasting evenings, outdoor movie nights with popcorn, fishing lessons at the resort’s pond and early kid-friendly dinner options, while babysitting services are available with advance booking. Beyond daytime activities, the resort offers extended horse-riding experiences and a lively programme of evening entertainment designed for both youngsters and adults. Guests now enjoy sunset sundowners at scenic viewpoints such as The Cone or Rainbow Falls Ledge, cocktail- making sessions, nightly themed quizzes, outdoor movie nights with blankets and popcorn, live acoustic music on selected evenings, stargazing experiences and karaoke. There’s also the flexibility of adding on extra activities – spa treatments, premium drinks and certain specialised activities are available as exclusive optional extras that are not part of the all-inclusive cost. “The shift to the all-inclusive model represents an evolution in how we deliver value to our guests, allowing them to enjoy accessible, affordable holiday escapes that can be curated for their family’s or group’s unique preferences. With dining, entertainment and accommodation all sorted, they have the freedom to enjoy the natural Berg surrounds without any hassles,” Van den Heever adds. All-inclusive packages at Little Switzerland Resort are available to book now.