Palala is one of the very few places that really took my breath totally away since the second we arrived. In fact it started phoning the wedding coordinator Anel whom delivered next level service. She immediately e_ mailed all the relevant information in detail, followed up and gave assistance with every question we had. My daughters first remark after we arrived was that Palala made her feel like the first bride ever to get married at this venue. As she said. Mom it's all the little things. They kept my feet in the air the whole time like a princess. I know that after writing this review, it will still feel insufficient for me , as I just can't convey all the positives in one review. Since the second we arrived the welcome on arrival was just next level and overwhelming. Francois, Garth and Never received us with so much kindness. We were offered a welcome champagne, warm hand towel. They immediately unpacked our luggage ( lots and heavy) from the car and took my car to the secure area. Walking into Palala, even after seeing so many photos on the web, completely swept me off my feet. I felt humbled to experience this real " out of Africa" experience in South Africa. A lodge situated right opposite Botswana. The exterior and interior is absolutely so well and perfectly executed. The vistas day and night took us by surprise and the sunsets are for the books. The personnel are extremely well trained. Every single member of this group of people. Francois and Garth. The management on the property that showed us around. Akim, if we may mention a, favorite. One of the best waiters we've ever encountered. Never with that big friendly smile,made us feel at home right from the start. The friendliest butler for sure. The junior suite are breathtaking. The spa, I will rate separately in full, but will mention quickly. We have visited many ,many spas in the past. Never have I encountered this level of expertise. The ambiance, the outstanding massage, the most upmarket environment. They offer many activities on the farm, like fishing, crocodile feeding, wild drive, river cruise, picnic, cycling, predator walk, etc. There is a state of the art gym on the premises. Dinner is 100% signature dinning at it's best. Just a word of appreciation to Maria,the owner. This lodge took our breaths away in every sense possible. Thank you so much for preserving our African nature and heritage of the South African bush and the extremely, great, well trained team at Palala. This lodge is highly recommended.