When yet another friend says, "Oh yes, we saw them," it can be really annoying..

And the reason it's really annoying is because you're never quite sure how far you're supposed to drive, or where exactly everyone else goes, and all that kind of stuff.

It makes the frustration even worse when someone says "We've just been... a few weeks back," and you know that there are only a few brief and specific weeks to enjoy the Spring flowers, and now it'll be too late again.
Just like the year you drove for hours and hours in a single day and saw nothing (and brought the kids home infuriated) because you left it too late in the season.

Have you wasted tanks of fuel (and hours of precious time) because you haven't pinpointed the ideal time to flower hunt, and the best places to find spectacular flower carpets?

'Flower hunting' is a little like planning for a special anniversary.

First you have to get the date right when you put it in your diary. Then you have to write a list of all the goodies you need to purchase before you start cooking. If you mess up with on the calendar, you may end up shopping the day after the party. And if you leave home without your shopping list, you're bound to miss something essential.

But how do you figure out the right date and exactly what to put on your Flower Trip shopping list?

Introducing Carpets of Colour...

Carpets of Colour: how to avoid missing out as you drive the Flower Route sets out specific details so that you can plan to see the Spring flowers anywhere up the West Coast all the way from Cape Town to Namaqualand.

Starting with an overview and then zooming in on different areas, it leaves no tortoise unturned to ensure you plan to leave home at the right time, armed with all the information you need to see the flowers in all their glory, no matter where you go.

What flowers in which colours?
Local factors determine which species are present in each area.

Yes, it does matter where you choose to go

Because the flowers differ - and they differ a great deal - from place to place. So what you will see in Langebaan is not what you would see in Clanwilliam, or Vanrhynsdorp or... or... or...
But whether you plan to travel greater or smaller distances, there'll be no need to wonder if you've seen the flowers at their best in that particular spot.

With us, you'll be sure to see your chosen flowers at their best

And there are six reasons WHY you'll see them at their best. We set out

1. specific areas, nature reserves or flower gardens to visit
2. the different 'flower towns' and the driving times to them
3. an easy, fool-proof way of getting last-minute local information (and yes, we're as foolish as the next person )
4. a definite timeframe to plan within
5. specific instructions on different times of day and weather conditions
6. a general guide to the types of flowers you'll find in different areas

So what's in Carpets of Colour? And how can it help you?

Here's a tiny preview of what's in Carpets of Colour:

Have you been dithering?
Why is it so hard to find useful information about the Flower Route?
What makes it a struggle to come up with concrete plans based on the information that's commonly available?
We'll tell you - and then get you moving, pronto.

What are the three classic bloomers?
Yes, there are three common 'sticky spots' that can bog you down before you even set out.
What are they and how do you avoid them? We'll help you get round them with the minimum of fuss.

What is the Eagle's Eye perspective?
Generals plan their victories on paper, don't they?
So in the interest of making sure your car doesn't become a battleground out on the Flower Route, we'll make sure you cover all the bases in your planning, too.

Have you ever bitten off more than you can chew?
We'll show you a strategy to take a manageable approach so that your Flower Route journey is memorable for all the right reasons.

Which direction are you facing?
A simple tip that will ensure that the flowers show you their best side, every time.

Carpets of Colour is based on first-hand knowledge

It's designed to enable you to:

1. give you an overview of the Flower Route, the distances, a layman's idea of the different ecology, the different towns
2. distill the facts that can influence decisions about how far to go, where exactly to go and what will suit you best
3. enable you to quickly plan a flower trip to suit your driving preferences, family members, budget and time frame

"I can see how valuable your report is to someone wanting to visit the area"

The overall set out makes an interesting and helpful package for your readers.
And it is just over a 30 minute read - good value I'd say!

Having trailed around various websites for information about the Flower Route/areas/etc, I can see how valuable your report is to someone wanting to visit the area. I have now enjoyed reading through the book a couple of times (It might even be three) and certainly feel as if I have got to know the Flower Route and its treasures quite well.

Ken Pike,
UK.

Carpets of Colour does this in a simple way:

• easy-to-read article format in a conversational tone
• logically arranged to answer your questions
• various simple maps that orientate you to different areas
• exact details to plan weekends away
• 7 day itinerary for those looking to "do it all in one go"
• a single page Essentials summary at the end of the book
• a detailed list of web + other useful further resources

What's different about Carpets of Colour?

Carpets of Colour has grown out of a personal spiral of knowledge and appreciation which we have gained from visiting and revisiting certain areas and places and driving the same roads at different times over a period of years. It has been a rewarding journey and now you can benefit, too.

Unlike what else is available on the Web, the information offered in Carpets of Colour is not superficial. Rather, it is written to enable you to come up with a concrete plan of how and where you want to experience the flowers and when to go to see them at their best.

Carpets of Colour is not a botanical guide with travel information tacked on as an epilogue. Rather, it's a traveler's book written for flower 'laymen' (although with more than a layman's knowledge and appreciation for the vast floral wealth of this interesting region)

"I honestly thought you were exaggerating when you said that we'd have to be driving back to Cape Town to actually see the colourful carpets of flowers"

I honestly thought you were exaggerating when you said that we'd have to be driving back to Cape Town to actually see the colourful carpets of flowers. We thought we'd be able to see at least a few.

We couldn't believe it when we started heading back to Cape Town and suddenly saw these wonderful carpets of flowers that we hadn't spotted on the way up.

We tried out some of your suggestions for the Flower Route on [August 9th] - Women's Day.
In fact, we went all the way to Clanwilliam then home via Langebaan! It was a long drive but worth it.
It was a great day - thank you for your advice!

Bev Meldrum,
Formerly from UK, now living in Cape Town.

But do you actually have time to read Carpets of Colour?

You may be thinking "I don't read stuff. I don't have time to read, even if I want to."
So why would Carpets of Colour be of any use to you at all?

Let's find out what Tanya had to say:

"A Flower Route guide that has an audio book option - even I can use it"

I 'm not much of a reader - I'd always rather watch a movie than read a book.
But now you've produced a Flower Route guide that has an audio book option - even I can use it!

Tanya Bishop,
Cape Town.

Important: reasons why you shouldn't delay

Flower season is over for now. But planning for next season can start now!

If you want to see the flowers, now is the time to read and plan.
Just. Do. It.
You won't be sorry :)

Complete details about Carpets of Colour

Format: Do I just get an e-book or can I get audio?
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Compatibility: Will it play on my Mac or PC?
Guarantee: Is there a guarantee?
Support: Will I get any support?

Is this compatible both for PC and Macs?: Short answer - Yes, it is!

Format:
You get an ebook. This is a book in PDF. But it's not your average run of the mill book.
It's been carefully designed and packaged for readability.
And you get audio files that consist of the reading of the entire book in a very easy, conversational tone.
(Note: Audio only available as part of Premium offer--see below).

Delivery:
The information is delivered via the Internet.
You are taken to a download page where you get very, very detailed instructions on how to download the e-book and/or audio book.

Payment Methods:
You can pay by Visa, Mastercard or Paypal. All payments are handled via secure channels and we have no access to your credit card details.
You do NOT need a Paypal account to make a purchase.
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Currency:
All payments are in US Dollars.
Note: A lot of our customers (that's you ) are not necessarily from the US. But this payment has to be billed in USD.
Don't fret! The price is approximately R120. It is approximate, because the USD/Rand rate does go up (and down, thankfully).
All you do is simply buy in USD, and the bill will show up on your statement in your currency - whatever that is.

Is there a special?: The price is the same for all our customers. There's no special for any country.

Compatibility:
Is this information compatible both for Mac and PCs? Yes it is. And if you get the audiobook as well, the audio files are compatible with all mp3 players, computers, etc. And yes, there are also instructions on how to put the audio onto CD or onto your mp3 player.

Guarantee:
Yes there is a guarantee. It's a 60 days 'Been There, Seen the Flowers Guarantee' .
This means if you follow our instructions and fail to see the flowers, we'll refund your money with a smile!
The smile is the most important part. If you don't feel the information was valuable, we will issue a prompt refund. All you have to do is email or call us.

Support:
Depends what you mean by support. The information has all been tested for various computers and devices. And it works. If you have an issue getting the files to open or play, you can indeed email me and I'll do the best I can to help you. We've gone over everything with a fine tooth comb, so that you shouldn't have any problem at all. However I do respond to email in 17 hours or less. So yes, I'm around.

The Goodies
#1: The Clanwilliam Weekend Planner (PDF) (worth $7) (with Carpets of Colour Premium Edition)
		When you don't have the time or budget to get all the way to Namaqualand proper, Clanwilliam is an excellent next choice. And we hand you the details on a plate - all the specifics of planning a weekend getaway from routes and distances to flower hotspots and accommodation. Format: PDF
# 2: The Entire Audio Book Downloads (MP3 Downloads worth $10) (with Carpets of Colour Premium Edition)
		Travel planning can have you cross-eyed after a while. And we advise against reading and driving simultaneously but what about listening? You can do that while you walk the dog if need be! And that's why we have made an audio verison of Carpets of Colour. This audio works in all mp3 players and your computer, of course! We think you'll like the conversational tone. Format: MP3
#3: The Langebaan Double Pack (PDF) (worth $7) (with Carpets of Colour Premium Edition)
		Langebaan - Served to your Taste: Whether you go for the day or a weekend getaway, Langebaan is a popular destination. Once again we give you all the options that make this such a winner for relaxing away from Cape Town. Format: PDF

Carpets of Colour Special Offer

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