BON Hotel Riviera on Vaal, Vereeniging, Gauteng, South Africa will be hosting the 4th annual Vaal Whisky Festival, but this year with a twist, adding Gin to the mix.

The Vaal Whisky & Gin Festival will take place on Saturday, 28 October, and will see connoisseurs and the curious pouring in to enjoy a variety of premium whiskey brands and a selection of superb gin varietals being showcased at the hotel.

• What: VAAL WHISKY & GIN FESTIVAL

• When: Saturday, 28 October from 17H30 – 21H30

• Where: BON HOTEL RIVIERA ON VAAL, Mario Milani Road, Vereeniging

Local events organiser, Melody Barber has partnered with Mercedes Benz and Model Bottle Store to bring you the finest quality whiskey brands and gin varietals offering something for everyone.

SHOW TICKETS: R250 person (includes presentation, 20 whiskey or gin tasting tickets and glass, snacks and entertainment)

VIP TICKETS: R500 per person (boat cruise, presentation, 20 whisky or gin tasting tickets and glass, snacks, entertainment and buffet dinner).

If you are driving from afar, or don’t feel up to the drive home, you can take advantage of the overnight specials at BON Hotel Riviera on Vaal - book before 31 August and get R100 off your accommodation.

SHOW & STAY: R1 050 per room, single and R1 250 per room, sharing (including breakfast)

Accommodation for two plus 2 VIP tickets = R2 250. Accommodation for two plus tickets = R1 750

A 45-minute drive from Johannesburg, BON Hotel Riviera on Vaal is one of few child-friendly Vaal River resorts that have struck a perfect balance in offering family enjoyment.

Steeped in history this 91-room hotel, a converted farmhouse from the 1800s, is situated on a bend of the scenic Vaal River.