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Elene Wagenaar, Travel Administrator, Product and Rates
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Born and Bred
Elene was born in South Africa and moved to Houston, Texas when she was 8 years old. She now calls Cape Town her home.
Highlight of her time in the industry
Elene has worked in the industry for 4 years and has developed great customer service skills which helps her to interact and build relationships with her suppliers.
Travel Expertise
Elene has traveled extensively through her home country of South Africa.
Elene’s favorite destination in Africa
Elene’s favorite destination is South Africa, and particularly Cape Town. She loves the breathtaking scenery of the mountains, ocean and winelands, and especially enjoys visiting restaurants at the ocean in Hermanus, Blouberg and Melkbos. “There are so many things to do and see and everyone who visits always falls in love with the city,” she says. “I am proud to show people around when they visit.”
Elene’s Top 3 Recommended Safari Lodges & Hotels
Camps Bay Retreat, Camps Bay, Cape Town
Bakubung Bush Lodge, Pilansberg Game Reserve
Ellerman House, Cape Town
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