There’s an ethereal quality to the light of the West Coast: crystalline, fresh and seemingly as wild as the landscapes that connect the vineyards of the Swartland with the empty beaches of the Atlantic. Set within this meeting point of country and coast, De Wildeveldt is a remarkable stretch of land under conservation, just an…
Going on holiday with parents and grandparents is nothing new to many South Africans. Ours is a culture that has always embraced close family ties, shared spaces and the idea that raising children, celebrating milestones and spending time together is a collective experience rather than an individual one. While multigenerational travel has long been second-nature…
A bold new chapter in South African luxury travel will unfold on 15 May 2026 with the official opening of Elephant Point River Suites: a sophisticated, villa-style hotel experience set along one of the most coveted stretches of the Sabie River. Brought to market by Legacy Group, one of South Africa’s leading hospitality companies known…
After months of groundwork, planning and considerable investment, one of the first major chapters of Brahman Hills’ long-term vision has come to life. The award-winning, sanctuary-led destination has officially completed all four of its 5-star Premium Signature Villas. Their completion marks a significant step in the broader multimillion-rand Serenity Garden development and brings a new…
Construction of the 22-hectare Serenity Gardens, which includes a world-record labyrinth and a series of immersive garden experiences, is well underway and set to redefine the Midlands landscape. Alongside this landmark project, Brahman Hills is also launching the next phase in its journey of refinement and elevation: the introduction of 5-star Premium Signature Villas. Four…
Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa introduces a new way to arrive in Zanzibar, where the journey becomes part of the experience. Guests are invited to discover the island from the air with a 20-minute helicopter flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Zanzibar’s southeast coast. For those wishing to linger in the…
Azura Retreats, a boutique hotel group in Mozambique, is launching its newest property, Azura Marlin Beach, in May 2025. Located on the southwest shore of Benguerra Island in the Bazaruto Archipelago, the resort is built on the site of the former Marlin Lodge, which was destroyed by fire in 2012. The new luxury retreat will…
Following the increased demand for private villa rentals in Cape Town, Icon Villas has just added another two prime villas to its portfolio. Icon Villas was the first rental company to specialise in the Cape region where it has over the past 28 years, established its niche in prime villas. Twenty of these magnificent private…
It starts with “I’m too busy”, followed by “work is too hectic for me right now” or, “we wanted to, but we just never had the chance” or, “we chose the same place as last year because it’s just easier that way”. This is The Great South African Excuse – and before 2023 is out,…
