Dutch cinematographer, Jeroen Schrage, has compiled another breathtaking video of South Africa – this time centred on Cape Town… and from a helicopter without a door! “In December 2016 I  travelled through South Africa,” Jeroen told SAPeople. “I made this helicopter flight above Cape Town. With the door removed from the aircraft, I was able to shoot this […]

Vegenoegd Wine Estate in South Africa believes that although dogs may be a man’s best friend, ducks are a man’s “best assistant”. At Vergenoegd their “highly skilled” team of Indian Runner Ducks serve a double purpose – not only do they keep the farm free from pests and snails and therefore help keep the farm’s use chemicals in the vines to […]

Join Cape Town Tourism as they explore the beautiful beachfront neighbourhood of Blouberg, meet the interesting people who have a special love for this area and see why you should visit Blouberg if you never have! This video forms part of the “Love Cape Town Neighbourhood Series” and features Tony Enderli – open water swimmer, Bongani […]

To commemorate the 23rd anniversary of Freedom Day (27 April) in South Africa, CNN put together a fabulous spread of 23 Beautiful Reasons to Visit South Africa. The writers said that despite the country’s “checkered” history, its “natural wonders have never been less than glorious”… “blessed with treasures” from surf-ravaged beaches to big game safari […]

Five dune buggies took a unique offroad trip through some of the most beautiful kilometres of South African soil – Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve, near Port Elizabeth. The adventurers included Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University student Matthew Watson and Anna Lindstrom, Grace Gnahn, Madi Lacy, Matt Watson, Nick van der Merwe. They said “the experience was unlike any other” […]

George Airport in the Western Cape is doing it again. Last year it made headlines globally when it launched a 750Kw plant to become the first airport in South Africa that will get a lot of its power from solar energy… and this year it has received exemption from the South Africa Civil Aviation Authority […]

1. You look for tracks in the ground and markings on the trees when you go for a walk in your local park. 2. You don’t look at house cats the same way. I mean, they’re like tiny leopards, right? 3. David Attenborough has now made it onto your list of the three people you’d […]

When last did you visit South Africa’s Garden Route National Park? Whenever it was… this video is sure to tempt you to book another trip to ‘paradise’ asap! Watch above or below, as Cape Town-based Zimbabwean model and TV presenter Kim Jayde Robinson goes ziplining at Tsitsikamma, kayaking from the ocean into Storm River, strolling along a […]

Tourism Deputy Minister Tokozile Xasa says tourism is one of South Africa’s biggest success stories since the dawn of democracy, and that it continues to grow and provide a livelihood for many households. International tourism to South Africa has increased since last year (and looking at these photos, and the state of the Rand, it’s not […]

Britain has today announced that certain electronic goods – including phones, laptops and tablets larger than a set size – will no longer be allowed in the cabin on flights to the UK from Turkey, Lebanon, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Tunisia. This announcement comes hours after the United States made a similar statement. A notice on the UK […]

In honour of Human Rights Day today 21 March 2017, Constitution Hill will be opening its doors to everyone for FREE! “Please come and take a tour for free, and learn about this historical prison site, as well as the Constitutional Court!” says ConHill marketing assistant Sibongile Ndhlovu. 21 March is recognised as Human Rights Day in […]

CAPE TOWN (Reuters) – Airbnb expects to maintain its rapid growth in Africa this year and double its customer numbers to 1.5 million, its Chief Executive Brian Chesky and regional head told Reuters on Friday. The number of people using the online room rental service on the continent rose by 143 percent to about 765,000 […]

As most people know, the 40th Cape Town Cycle Tour was cancelled last weekend, for the first time in history, due to gale force winds. But what many don’t know is that on every full moon, once a month in Cape Town, there’s a special ‘moonlight mass cycle tour’ around the Mother City! This year’s Cape […]

Despite criticism that South African expats can be negative about their homeland, many abroad know that it’s often quite the opposite. Some of South Africa’s BEST ambassadors ARE its expats. And here’s a case in point. American traveller Rodney Mallari, and two of his mates, recently enjoyed a three-week holiday in South Africa… thanks to the recommendations of South […]

Only five African cities feature in the top 100 rankings in regards to quality of living, according to Mercer’s 19th Quality of Living ranking… and three of those are in South Africa! Five Africa cities managed to remain in the top 100 rankings in regards to quality of living, with Port Louis in Mauritius topping the […]

The Joburg skyline (or at least hints of it) can be viewed from hundreds of places around the city. In this wonderful photo essay, JAMES BALL of the Heritage Portal highlights some of the spots that provide such an exceptional view and experience that they must be shared. City enthusiasts will be aware of these and […]

For the many South African expats who fly to or from Dubai, or SA business and holiday travellers who fly through Dubai International Airport on their way to or from South Africa… please note that the Airport has introduced a new baggage rule – no more round bags! The rule comes into effect on Wednesday […]

CAPE TOWN – The Western Cape tourism sector has experienced one of its best summer seasons, with international visitor arrivals up 29.8 percent! Briefing the Western Cape standing committee on Economic Opportunities, Tourism and Agriculture on seasonal tourism statistics for the province, Wesgro, the province’s official tourism and investment promotion agency, said the December period was a bumper season […]

If you’ve never been lucky enough to visit iconic Table Mountain in South Africa’s Mother City – Cape Town – this is what you’re missing, and why you may wish to put the official New 7 Wonder of Nature at the top of your Bucket List… Get ready to take your place on the Table Mountain Aerial […]

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, or during your next holiday to Cape Town, South Africa… feast on this video which has endless fabulous ideas of shops, restaurants, bars and boutiques to visit, all along one strip – Long Street. “Cape Town is one of most dangerous cities in the world, and this […]

The World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations has appointed South African tourist guide Alushca Ritchie as its new President. Alushca, a registered tourist guide for the Western Cape, was appointed to head the internationally recognised body at the 17th biennial World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations Convention, which took place in Tehran, Iran, recently. Alushca has […]

The South African High Commission (SAHC) in New Zealand has announced the launch of two South African Visa Application Centres in New Zealand – in Auckland and Wellington – which will be run by VFS Global. This follows the outrage since the introduction of the visa last month, with New Zealand passport holders having to travel to […]

Several South Africans have rejoiced at news that United States President, Donald Trump, has signed a visa-free travel policy for South Africans wishing to enter the USA. However, it is FAKE news, and identical articles were published on the same fake news site, making identical claims for the Caribbean and Asia. The article, entitled “Donald […]

A Dutch cinematographer, Jeroen Schrage, has captured breathtaking scenes of majestic South African landscapes from the Western Cape to Free State, Mpumalanga to Eastern Cape. Watch his video below. Jeroen spent three weeks in SA last year to capture the mainly aerial shots… using drones and helicopter trips. In December he published the video on […]

The Kruger National Park has listened to its customers and done a u-turn on its sudden announcement yesterday to close the Lower Sabie tented camp on 13 February… after it caused outrage for visitors who had already booked their holidays, and could not get hold of the Park as advised to change their plans. The Park […]