“For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” – Nelson Mandela
On Saturday the 17th July 2010, a group of 21 celebrity motorbike riders, including Hollywood actor Morgan freeman, as well as several local celebrities such as Jack Devnarain, Jeremy Mansfield, Lehlohonolo Saint Seseli and Hanna Grobler, checked into Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa after ending a five-day motorcycle rally from Johannesburg to Cape Town, in aid of the 67 minutes of service for Mandela Day.
The joint adventure was organized in aid of spreading the word about Mandela Day – an annual celebration of Nelson Mandela’s life with a global call to action for people to recognize their individual ability to make an imprint and change the world around them.
“Our team welcomed all the bikers at the entrance, and they were all energetic an excited to be part of an amazing initiative, says Eben Lassen the General Manager of Le Franschhoek hotel and Spa.
The prestigious Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa was chosen as the final overnight destination on the route, ending in a private celebratory dinner function at which the team had the chance to share their experiences, emotions and words about the extraordinary man they were celebrating, Mr Nelson Mandela.
Located in the world famous Cape Winelands, Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa has become one of the most exclusive getaways in its class. Capturing the essence of five star luxury, the impeccably appointed Le Franschhoek offers unparalleled views of the Franschhoek Mountains and is the perfect setting for a taste of the legendary Cape Wine Routes.
“It was an amazing experience to meet the celebrity bikers, and their cause makes it ever more special. They were all overwhelmed with the property and promised to be back”, says Eben Lassen, GM of Le Franschhoek Hotel and Spa.
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