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. […]

Some of the world’s major tourist destinations attract millions of visitors from around the world each year. The world is becoming a smaller place, with even more people able to visit many of the world’s most popular tourist hotspots. IMPACT OF MASS TOURISM This has both positive and negative impacts on the communities, the local economies, […]

The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway will be shutting down operations for two weeks at the end of July. Here are the details… CABLEWAY TO CLOSE THIS JULY The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) have announced that their cable car operations would shut down for two weeks at the end of July to allow for […]

For the first time in approximately 150 years, lions are once again roaming the spectacular rolling valleys and bushveld of Babanango Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal. In this historic move, two male lions have been reintroduced into this 20,000 hectare game reserve, as part of the reserve’s ambitious and successful rewilding journey. WATCH the exciting capture […]

CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT REPORTS PROMISING NUMBERS This past April 2023, Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) proudly recorded full recovery numbers compared with pre-pandemic levels in April 2019. As per the monthly tourism report compiled by the Western Cape Government’s official trade, investment, and tourism promotion agency, Wesgro, the airport saw exactly 67 747 tourist arrivals, 87% of […]

Are you tired of mundane vacations that leave you feeling unfulfilled? It’s time to plan your dream holiday that will create memories to last a lifetime! With our tips and tricks, you can design the perfect getaway tailored just for you (and your loved ones!). Pack your bags and get ready for some fun — […]

If you’ve ever been a victim of that horrible stuff called jet lag, one sleep expert has all the answers on how to cure it fast… JET LAG WOES CAN NOW BE A THING OF THE PAST Travelling can be incredible and rewarding and is regarded as one of the many pleasures of life, but […]

Worried your kids aren’t getting enough stimulation at home? Here are some Cape Town spots to check out with them before the schools reopen. Many parents are probably tearing their hair out by now as to what to do with bored children stuck at home all day. If you live in the Cape Town area, […]

iSimangaliso Wetland Park is an eco-tourist’s dream. Comprising of the areas of Lake St. Lucia, Kosi Bay, Cape Vidal, Sodwana Bay, and numerous other wildlife reserves and sanctuaries, the park is South Africa’s second largest protected area, and in 1999, became the country’s first UNESCO World Heritage site. With adventure around every corner, here are three MUST-do activities in this beautiful […]

Looking for the perfect spot for a picnic in Cape Town? Here are four fantastic spots you have to try… Who doesn’t love a picnic? Under the warm sun, surrounded by green trees, grass and loads of fresh air. South Africa is a treasure trove of fantastic picnic spots, and Cape Town really brings its […]

Are you feeling low on creativity? Travelling is an excellent way to stimulate the creative juices. Here’s why. Travel can be a catalyst for amazing creativity. Travelling is usually great fun. Fun is what stimulates us to be creative. TRAVEL FOR CREATIVITY Different people, places, languages, cultures and new experiences can really activate one’s creativity […]

Escape the routine and go on an exciting vacation to refresh your mind, discover new cultures, seek out exhilarating adventures. Escape the routine and go on an exciting vacation to refresh your mind, discover new cultures, seek out exhilarating adventures, spend time with loved ones, and disconnect from technology. Picture this: crystal-clear turquoise waters, golden […]

INTRODUCTION Embark on a remarkable adventure with Butinah Charters, the leading boat charter company in Abu Dhabi. Our bespoke Abu Dhabi Yachting and Boating charters provide the perfect opportunity to explore the awe-inspiring coastline of the UAE while indulging in unparalleled luxury and exceptional service. Whether you seek a serene day at sea, an exhilarating water sports […]

SUSTAINABLE AIR TRAVEL It’s big news indeed for Africa, as one African airline has become the very first in Africa to complete a sustainable long-haul flight. Taking part in the Sustainable Flight Challenge, Kenya Airways has become the first carrier in Africa to operate a highly sustainable commercial long-haul flight using Eni’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), […]

South American carrier, LATAM Airlines, who will be returning to SA skies this year, has announced a new partnership with Airlink. LATAM AIRLINES AND AIRLINK SIGN AGREEMENT Pan-South American airline LATAM Airlines have signed a new interline agreement with private South African carrier, Airlink. The interline agreement signed between the two airlines now means that […]

How average speed cameras work and where they are used for speed enforcement on South African roads. Average Speed Over Distance (ASOD) cameras are increasing in popularity as a method of speed enforcement, and they have a proven record of reducing vehicle accidents in the areas they have been implemented. However, ASOD cameras are relatively […]

Will a safety app help draw more visitors to South African shores? Find out more about the Tourism Department’s app for tourists. The Department of Tourism, together with various stakeholders, is planning to launch a safety app for tourists. This comes after some tourists have been subjected to various forms of crime, and some even murdered. […]

A hotel in Denmark has introduced new technology at their front desk – in the form of a hologram. According to skift.com, the hologram system, made by start-up company, Holoconnects, was installed at the Aiden hotel in Herning, Denmark earlier this year. ALSO READ: Two SA hotels take spots on TripAdvisor’s ‘Top 25 Hotels in Africa’ list […]

BALI TO CAP TOURISTS The governor of one of the most popular island destinations in the world, Bali, has plans to implement a quota system where foreign tourists planning to visit the region would have to register for their trip a year in advance. ALSO READ: Travelling to Bali? VFS Global now fast tracks Visas on […]

Yes, that’s right. Though it may be hard to think of a cemetery as beautiful, there are a number of cemeteries that attract millions of visitors every year. In some instances, cemeteries are included on the list of places to visit by many tourists that travel to certain destinations. ALSO READ: Solo travelling: Reasons why […]

LATAM’S SÃO PAULO TO JOHANNESBURG READY TO GO After a recent unfortunate postponement, LATAM Airlines has said that it is now ready to relaunch flights on the São Paulo, Brazil and Johannesburg, South Africa route. The airline confirmed that it would be resuming this commercial route on 4 September 2023, after it had been on hold […]

EASTERN CAPE VR TOURS In a bid to offer potential visitors a glimpse or ‘feel’ for the province before they even visit, the Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency have created interactive virtual tourism platforms of unique Eastern Cape experiences, reports Tourism Update. The tours can be accessed by anyone, from anywhere in the world with an […]

The small mining town of Cullinan, located just 30 km east of Pretoria, in Gauteng province, is well-known for its underground mine tours. The diamond mine dominates the town’s skyline and is a major drawcard for international and local visitors to the town of Cullinan. Ridge Times states that Cullinan Diamond Mine’s underground tours have now been […]

Fourteen hikers had to be rescued from Tsitsikamma hiking trail on the Garden Route in South Africa after becoming cut off by swollen, flooded rivers on Friday. The hiking group – which included 12 university students – were reportedly cut off on the trail by the heavy flowing Lottering River, on the north eastern side […]

Attendees at Africa’s Travel Indaba, currently underway at Durban’s Inkosi Albert Luthuli ICC complex, have expressed optimism that the annual travel show will boost their businesses. The travel extravaganza, which started on Tuesday and ends on Thursday, has attracted thousands of international and local exhibitors. One such exhibitor, who spoke highly of the Indaba, was […]