Dawn Viljoen has recently opened Azalea Bed and Breakfast in Howick. Dawn has been involved in the Hospitality Industry for over 20 years in total; being an assessor for AA Quality Assured for 15 years and for the Tourism Grading Council for 4 years. Dawn and her husband also had a the wonderful experience of owning their own Guest House for 10 years in Howick - WINDERMERE GUEST HOUSE which was purchased by Ophra Winfry for an Aid Orphan home.
They continued with assessing for the AAQA, travelling many miles in KZN, Eastern Free State and part of the Wild Coast. Dawn says "The best part of this experience was being able to assist and give advice to new establishments and to work together until they achieved the standard they truly wanted to offer to their guests. This was always great encouragement to me and to assist the long standing establishment uplift their standards as this industry is evolving all the time. I am now looking forward to working with our local community and network with one another to grow this industry in our area."
At the end of last year Dawn decided to slow down from all the travelling and to open her own Bed and Breakfast - Azalea Bed and Breakfast in Howick. Azalea Bed and Breakfast has recently been endorsed by AA as Highly Recommended. Azalea Bed and Breakfast strives to serve their guests and offer warm friendly hospitality, a place to unwind and relax and feel at home. A hearty breakfast is served or a packed breakfast on request. The rooms are very well appointed offering guests great comfort and quality.
Dawn says "What has been so encouraging to me is having my clients who I have assessed over the years offering advice and help with opening up my bed and breakfast."
