Club Mykonos gets a transformation

Just over R100 million has been invested in refurbishing and upgrading the property and its facilities over the past three years, signalling a renewed outlook for the property. Although the resort was best known in the 80's as simply a timeshare destination, it has become on of the most well-known family resorts in South Africa, catering to local and international guests alike, with a variety of holiday options.

The extensive investment in refurbishment and development of new facilities means that returning and new guests experience a new sense of luxury and comfort when staying at the resort.

Highlights of the investment and refurbishment:

• A complete revamp of approximately 200 of the Greek-style units or kalivas
  
• An upgrade of the children's play centre, Club Onos
  
• A R2 million upgrade of the health and leisure outdoor spaces, that includes swimming pools, tennis courts, mini-golf course and a soccer pitch.
  
• A complete revamp of the wellness spa
  
• A R2 million rejuvenation of the dining facilities which includes Bouzouki restaurant on the Marina, Little Venice and Leisure Café.
  
• Development of an Information Centre offering free informational service to the guests and visitors.
  
• A financial boost to The Mykonos casino, part of the Tsogo Sun Group
  
• A facelift for the conference centre - making Club Mykonos an ideal space for workshops, conferences, private functions and weddings with views of the harbour.

Keeping fresh and relevant

The recent focus on revitalising the resort was kick started when Club Mykonos' current general manager, Jon Kilroe-Smith, came on board in 2010.

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"Club Mykonos is one of the most iconic and well known holiday and family brands in South Africa," he explained. "However, as with any brand reaching adulthood, there's a need to constantly innovate and invest in order to keep fresh and relevant."

"We're committed to building on our reputation as one of South Africa's leading family resorts, and our investment will ensure that our visitors receive the highest levels of comfort, extensive health, leisure and sport amenities and superior service levels," he said.

Other investments

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Along with the upgrade in accommodation and leisure facilities, a substantial investment has been made across other aspects of the resort.

This includes an R1.7million investment in improving security, including electronic locksets for all units, security equipment and an electrical perimeter fence for the resort; a R10 million investment on establishing the boatyard facility; and a R5 million investment in extending the private marina and refurbishing the jetties.

The investment is already paying dividends. Following the recent refurbishments, Club Mykonos was recently awarded a Four Star Self Catering grading by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA). The grading system is an independent quality assessment that helps travellers know what facilities they can expect at their chosen accommodation or conference venues.

The TGCSA's assessment noted in particular the "excellent standards of multiple bedroom units", "pristinely maintained grounds and gardens", and the "outstanding variety of well maintained facilities".

For more, go to www.clubmykonos.co.za