Fly-in safaris to Tintswalo Safari in Manyeleti Game Reserve
Tintswalo Safari has announced that guests now have the option of convenient fly-in safaris directly into the Manyeleti Game Reserve, using Federal Airlines’ scheduled shuttle flights, or other charter services from OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg. Flights depart OR Tambo daily at 10h30 and at 13h00, with return flights landing at OR Continue Reading
Journey through time aboard Cape Town’s steam train
In an era where speed often dominates the travel experience, there’s something timeless and captivating about the slow chug of a steam train journey. Ceres Rail Company, the only heritage rail tourism operator in Cape Town, brings this nostalgic charm to life with its growing offerings, inviting travellers to embark Continue Reading
FlySafair introduces new Cape Town to Kruger route
FlySafair has announced its first new route for 2024. South Africa’s favourite low-cost airline will be launching a direct route between Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) and Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) just outside the Kruger National Park. This new route makes travelling between the two tourism hot spots more Continue Reading
Think ahead to prevent malaria this summer
Sub-Saharan Africa has some of the highest malaria rates in the world – and even within our borders, the health risks posed by this mosquito-borne illness cannot be taken lightly, especially for those at risk of more severe illness. “As many people are planning their summer holidays, it is important Continue Reading
5 useful tips to empower solo female travellers
Embarking on solo adventures is exciting and liberating for people who want to explore new locations, meet new people and learn more about themselves. This experience provides one with the opportunity to be independent and self-sufficient, all while experiencing diverse cultures and taking in lessons from their solo pilgrimage. However, Continue Reading
Quads and cocktails: The beginner’s guide to exploring Jozi and Cape Town as a local
Winter may be here, but that doesn’t mean we have to halt any travel plans. On the contrary, winter serves as one of the best seasons for locals to become more acquainted with their country. From gin experiences in the V&A Waterfront to quad biking through Soweto, read on to Continue Reading
New Plains Camp launches at Samara Karoo Reserve
Samara Karoo Reserve near Graaff-Reinet in the Eastern Cape’s Great Karoo region is one of South Africa’s most diverse safari destinations – a landscape of space, stars and silence brought back to life by a pioneering rewilding project. Now home to the Big Five, 60 mammal species and 225 bird Continue Reading
Deal seekers – what are they looking for?
Deal-seeking behaviour is booming. Before shopping, 90% of consumers look online for the best deals and 89% look for sales, deals, cashback rebates and the best prices. And when shopping, the modern deal-seeker actively seeks out discounts, promotions and bargains. Deal seekers aren’t rare birds; they’ll be everywhere. By understanding Continue Reading
Tourism on track for full recovery as new data shows strong start to 2023
International tourism is well on its way to returning to pre-pandemic levels, with twice as many people travelling during the first quarter of 2023 than in the same period of 2022. New data from UNWTO: What we’ve learnt The second UNWTO (United Nations World Tourism Organization) World Tourism Barometer of Continue Reading
Padel your way to fun while on holiday in the North West
Padel tennis – the fastest-growing sport worldwide – is relatively new to South Africa, but has taken the country by storm since its introduction. One of the reasons it has become so popular is that it is less strenuous than other racket sports and can be enjoyed by everyone looking Continue Reading