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Sundeeka Mungroo is a content producer, foodie and all-round adventure-seeker. She's a graduate of the University of South Africa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature, and has worked as a copywriter and editor in the digital marketing industry. Sundeeka currently writes for The South African and SA People with a focus on Travel and Tourism. She has a passion for travel herself, and loves exploring all that beautiful South Africa has to offer.
Cape Town achieves record breaking cruise tourism season. Photo: Jeff Lomey

Cape Town restaurant crowned ‘best sustainable restaurant in the world’

By Sundeeka Mungroo 21-06-23 14:51

THE WORLD’S BEST SUSTAINABLE RESTAURANT Cape Town is home to some of the most popular and incredible restaurants in the world, and now one of the Mother City’s fabulous eateries has been named the ‘Best Sustainable Restaurant in the world‘. According to Getaway, the prestigious Flor de Caña Sustainable Restaurant Award 2023, awarded by The World’s 50 Best […]

Maboneng

Three fun things to do in magical Maboneng

By Sundeeka Mungroo 19-06-23 16:07

Trendy, vibey Maboneng is an urban, creative hub filled with contemporary art galleries, studios and artisan shops and restaurants. It’s a Johannesburg neighbourhood that simply must be visited, at least once. If you do find yourself in the area, here are three things you have to try… THE BIOSCOPE INDEPENDENT CINEMA If you want to catch […]

PHOTOS: Summertime in Cape Town, South Africa - Spectacular!!

Cape Town’s Time Out Market to host top chefs as vendors

By Sundeeka Mungroo 19-06-23 15:35

TOP CULINARY TALENT TO SET UP SHOP AT TIME OUT MARKET Local Cape Tonians and Mother City visitors are in for a treat soon, as the first-ever Time Out Market in Africa will be opening at the V&A Waterfront later this year. Time Out Market, which has taken over the V&A Food Market’s premises, will […]

passengers

Ever wondered what happens if a passenger dies on a plane?

By Sundeeka Mungroo 16-06-23 20:22

Veteran captain Doug Morris talks about what happens if or when a passenger passes away while on board a flight. If you’re one of those people who has at some point wondered what exactly happens when a person dies on board a plane, Veteran Air Canada Dreamliner captain, Doug Morris, is here to enlighten you. […]

Tourists banned from Bali mountains

Bali bans tourists from mountains – here’s why

By Sundeeka Mungroo 15-06-23 16:59

BALI BANS TOURISTS FROM MOUNTAINS Beautiful Bali continues to be one of the most popular island destinations for tourists from around the world. With some of the recent ‘bad behaviour’ from these tourists, however, the nation is looking to put measures into place to help deal with these issues. On such measure, is the banning […]

Golden visa

Misbehaving tourists in Bali to get booted

By Sundeeka Mungroo 14-06-23 16:04

FOREIGNERS GET DEPORTED FROM BALI Tourists have been getting the boot from Bali all year-long, Travel News says, after they were caught behaving badly, disrespecting local culture and religion, overstaying visas and violating visa rules. From January to May 2023 over 130 international tourists were deported from the island because of misconduct ranging from illegal cryptocurrency trading, […]

United Kingdom visa requirements

A new fee to enter the UK: Here’s what it means for South Africans

By Sundeeka Mungroo 14-06-23 13:00

UK TO INTRODUCE ‘ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORISATION’ SYSTEM International visitors to the UK will now have to pay a fee in order to enter the county.Beginning in November this year, the UK’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system will come into effect and essentially requires all visa-waivering countries to pay a fee before travel is permitted. […]

New York

What city is the billionaire capital of the world?

By Sundeeka Mungroo 13-06-23 17:47

MONEY, MONEY, MONEY: WELCOME TO BILLIONAIRE’S PARADISE Did you know that the world has around 3 112 billionaires? But if one were to go city by city, only one US top dog takes the number one spot for the city with the most billionaires in the world. That honour goes to the famous “concrete jungle where dreams […]

Coffee Bay Eastern Cape voting 2019 national elections

Curious in Coffee Bay? Here are FIVE things you have to do

By Sundeeka Mungroo 13-06-23 17:20

Coffee Bay in the Eastern Cape is the ultimate escape and offers some incredible adventures. Here are five things you HAVE to do … EXPLORE HOLE IN THE WALL Hole in the Wall is a must-visit. Photo: canva The iconic Hole in the Wall should definitely be on your Coffee Bay bucket list. You can […]

Coffee Bay

Five things to do in picturesque Coffee Bay

By Sundeeka Mungroo 13-06-23 16:43

EXPLORE HOLE IN THE WALL Hole in the Wall is a must-visit. Photo: canva The iconic Hole in the Wall should definitely be on your Coffee Bay bucket list. You can take a scenic hike along the coastline to reach this unique spot. The famous rock formation offers breathtaking views and excellent photo opportunities, so […]

Aquila Private Game Reserve

Aquila Private Game Reserve receives Halal In Travel award

By Sundeeka Mungroo 12-06-23 17:12

AQUILA GAME RESERVE RECEIVES ESTEEMED AWARD Aquila Private Game Reserve recently announced that they had been honoured with the Halal In Travel award for Best Muslim-Friendly Game Reserve. The award was presented during the CrescentRating Global Summit held in Singapore on 1 June and was attended by some important guests including Ambassadors of Spain and Türkiye, as well as […]

Free State 2019 national elections voting results

Planning a Free State winter getaway? Check out these beautiful spots

By Sundeeka Mungroo 12-06-23 12:33

Winter getaways in the Free State are a special affair. With warm days and chilly nights, the area offers loads of picturesque spots, complete with soaring mountain ranges and sometimes even a bit of snow. Here are a few fantastic spots to consider… CLARENS, FREE STATE Golden Gate Highlands National Park in Clarens. Photo: redcharlie […]

winter solstice

Seven locations to see snow in South Africa this winter

By Sundeeka Mungroo 11-06-23 15:59

If you’re planning to go in search of snow in South Africa this winter, here are seven spots where snow is known to make an appearance… In terms of climate, South Africa is known to be a mostly warm and temperate country, with lashings of sunshine and balmy breezes that only contribute to it’s reputation of being a favourite holiday […]

V&A Waterfront

V&A Waterfront commits to end single-use plastics by 2025

By Sundeeka Mungroo 10-06-23 17:14

The V&A Waterfront has plans to eliminate single-use plastics in the complex by the year 2025. Here are the details… The V&A Waterfront recently amended its tenant lease agreement to include details that will help eliminate single-use plastics in the Waterfront by 2025. Guided by the South African Plastics Pact (SAPP), which is a ‘collaborative initiative aimed […]

Tapi Tapi

Cape Town deli churns out weird and wonderful treats

By Sundeeka Mungroo 09-06-23 20:22

Did you know that you could try dried fish and scotch bonnet ice cream in Cape Town? One Mother City eatery is making it all possible… TAPI TAPI TREATS IN CAPE TOWN It’s a wonderful celebration of Africa at Tapi Tapi in Cape Town, a cafe/bar/deli that is described as an ‘educational initiative that is […]

Man rescued after falling into harbour from V&A Waterfont quay

V&A Waterfront commits to end single-use plastics by 2025

By Sundeeka Mungroo 09-06-23 16:30

GOING GREEN: V&A WATERFRONT WANTS PLASTIC GONE The V&A Waterfront recently amended its tenant lease agreement to include details that will help eliminate single-use plastics in the Waterfront by 2025. Guided by the South African Plastics Pact (SAPP), which is a ‘collaborative initiative aimed at creating a circular economy for plastic packaging’, the V&A Waterfront has included […]

Cape Town achieves record breaking cruise tourism season. Photo: Jeff Lomey

Cape Town cafe churns out weird and wonderful treats

By Sundeeka Mungroo 09-06-23 16:20

Did you know that you could try dried fish and scotch bonnet ice cream in Cape Town? One Mother City eatery is making it all possible… TAPI TAPI TREATS IN CAPE TOWN It’s a wonderful celebration of Africa at Tapi Tapi in Cape Town, a cafe/bar/deli that is described as an ‘educational initiative that is […]

LIFT Airline halts coastal route for one month

Lift Airline Premium passengers to get ‘MasterChef’ meals

By Sundeeka Mungroo 09-06-23 14:51

Lift Airline is offering its passengers more and more – in the form of luxury dining created by ‘MasterChef SA’ 2022 winner, Shawn Godfrey. MASTERCHEF MEALS FOR LIFT AIRLINES In a delicious bit of good news for travellers, Lift Airline recently partnered with MasterChef South Africa 2022 winner, Shawn Godfrey, to curate a luxury dining experience for […]

Must-visit stays with hot tubs near Johannesburg

By Sundeeka Mungroo 08-06-23 18:08

STORNOWAY LODGE Why you should stay here: Located between the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site and the Prestigious Blair Atholl residential golf estate, Stornoway Lodge offers 14 luxury suites, nine of which are self-catering. The Lakeside Cottage and Farmhouse both feature outdoor patio hot tubs, perfectly sized to fit up to four people or more. […]

Luxe Restaurant Awards

Luxe Restaurant Awards: A list of all the award winners

By Sundeeka Mungroo 07-06-23 16:25

ANNUAL LUXE RESTAURANT AWARDS SHOWCASE CULINARY TALENT The 5th Luxe Restaurant Awards recently took place in Johannesburg at the stunning Ethos restaurant, and brought together 100 talented industry chefs and food personalities for a memorable evening. The awards, which are held annually, was “created by the Hospitality Council (HOSCO), in partnership with industry-leading Food Critics to celebrate the magnificent culinary offerings […]

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