SAA TO SÃO PAULO It’s some great news for SAA as they’ve just announced a starting date for their first intercontinental route since they began services back in September 2021. The airline is set to begin flights between São Paulo, Brazil, from both Johannesburg and Cape Town this year and bookings are already open. ALSO […]

Bored? Don’t worry. We have just what you need! Grab your friends and go ghost hunting! HERE ARE THE TOP HAUNTED PLACES IN SA South Africa has no shortage of ghost stories, from haunted hotels, castles, and museums to legendary tales from bygone eras. Here’s a round-up of the top 10 most haunted places in […]

After a lengthy absence on the international scene, SA’s national carrier South African Airways (SAA) will soon be jetting off to another continent. SAA is rebuilding its international network. The carrier will relaunch its first intercontinental route since restarting operations as a smaller airline nearly 2 years ago. INTERNATIONAL ROUTE The airline’s first intercontinental scheduled […]

THE OYSTER BOX The Oyster Box Hotel. Photo: @oysterbox / twitter Located in Umhlanga, The Oyster Box is a luxurious five-star hotel known for its stunning ocean views and impeccable service. The hotel features beautifully appointed rooms, a spa, multiple swimming pools and several dining options. It’s the perfect choice for a bit of pampering […]

The Western Cape will finally have a direct connection to South America, with South African Airways (SAA) announcing a direct, non-stop flight connecting Cape Town International Airport with São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) in São Paulo, Brazil. Sao Paulo was identified as the biggest unserved market with the fastest growth for Cape Town and the […]

SANPARKS WARNS HIKERS After the recent heavy rains in Cape Town, SANParks said that Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) has been severely affected by flood damage in most areas of the park and has warned visitors and hikers to be cautious when trekking through. ALSO READ: No cash? No problem: Table Mountain National Park to go […]

CEMAIR FLIES REGIONAL Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls is set to see a lot more South African travellers as airlift to the popular African destination is about to increase quite significantly. Independent South African airline, CemAir has just announced the launch of its latest regional route, flying between Johannesburg and Victoria Falls. ALSO READ: New route: CemAir launches […]

MSC CRUISES: GREENER THAN EVER In times when being green really matters, MSC Cruises has just launched its newest vessel, designed to be the most energy-efficient cruise ship ever built. The vessel has also been designed with the future in mind, reports Tourism Update, allowing for prospective innovations in sustainability to be incorporated, including carbon-neutral synthetic […]

The ever-popular Victoria Falls situated on the Zambezi River, bordering Zimbabwe and Zambia will soon become even more accessible to passengers from South Africa. This could result in fares to the exciting destination becoming more competitive. VICTORIA FALLS: A TOURISM HOTSPOT The spectacular Victoria Falls is one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World. […]

AIRBNB’S NEW SCREENING TECH Airbnb recently launched new reservation technology designed to reduce the risk of noisy parties being thrown at properties in South Africa. According to reports from Tourism Update, the new Reservation screening technology helps identify potential higher-risk reservations and prevent those bookings from being made on the app. ALSO READ: Airbnb now offers new […]

Canada has rolled out visa-free travel arrangements for passport holders from 13 countries. Sean Fraser, Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, made the announcement on 6 June. ELIGIBLE COUNTRIES In an effort to streamline travel processes and alleviate the burden on its visa processing caseload, Canada has announced visa-free travel for passport holders from additional […]

In the heart of KwaZulu-Natal lies lush, tranquil and beautiful Zululand, saturated with rolling green hills, cultural villages and wonderful wildlife. If you haven’t visited yet, what are you waiting for? Here are three things not to miss… Just a normal day in Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal. Photo: James Howard-Davies / flickr EMPANGENI ART AND CULTURAL HISTORY […]

11 FLIGHTS A WEEK FROM AIRLINK Airlink recently announced that it would be increasing its flight services connecting Johannesburg and Vilanculos, Mozambique from January 2024. According to Travel News, Airlink, who currently operates a daily service on the route, came to the decision to add another flight every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday after receiving increased […]

Home Affairs Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has approved a temporary extension of operating times at front offices by two hours. This according to the department, is to deal with the high demand for smart ID cards and passport services at Home Affairs offices. This extension, from 08:00 to 17:30 with effect from Tuesday, applies to […]

Egypt will offer free 96-hour entry visas to travellers in a bid to revive its tourism sector. The country seeks to regenerate tourist flows to the country. A statement issued by Egypt’s State Information Service says that air travellers can obtain this free visa at Cairo airport. Travellers may enter Egypt for durations of between 8 and […]

With the world in a state of flux at the moment, a number of people living in cities where there are many challenges in everyday life are looking for other places to call home. The big question is, where to now? Which are the most desirable places to live in right now? ALSO READ: World’s […]

Surrounded by the majestic Magaliesberg mountains, Hartbeespoort, or Harties as it’s affectionately known, is as adventure-packed as it is peaceful. Here are four adventure activities that are a must when in Harties… MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES IN HARTBEESPOORT Guaranteed to get your heart racing. Photo: Daniel Hug / flickr For some seriously adrenaline-spiking activities, why not try […]

With the winter season slowly sinking it’s teeth into South Africa, the Drakensberg region will soon become a hub of activity. And while resorts and estates remain popular choices for many, there are plenty of budget stays in the area too. Here are a few to check out… AMPHITHEATRE BACKPACKERS LODGE Drankensburg Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge.. […]

Looking for a few fun things to check out in the stunning Drakensberg region? Here are some of our top picks… Stunning Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal. Photo: canva HAVE A BEER AT DRAKENSBERG BREWERY Why you should visit: The Drakensberg Brewery Brewpub is a scenic location to sit back and enjoy one of the brewery’s beers on tap. […]

Hang on your taxi is on its way! The reality of hopping into flying taxis is not that farfetched. The idea of producing flying taxis has moved a step closer to becoming reality in the not-so-distant future. A working prototype of the new Volocopter was demonstrated at the Paris airshow last week. EVTOLS Companies aiming […]

If you are flying to Europe or beyond, you should try Premium Economy Class on Swiss International Airlines. The Swiss are known for high standards and for uncompromised safety. Swiss International Airlines lives up to high standards and delivers service excellence. SWISS INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES Swiss now offers Premium Economy Class on its daily flights to […]

While recreational offerings in Durban are as vast as they are various, there are plenty of free, fun-for-all activities to enjoy within the city. Here are our top five choices… 1. VISIT THE BEACH, OF COURSE! Sand, sea, and sky in Durban. Photo: Pe_Wu / Flickr If there’s one thing that’s a must-do when visiting […]

The winter June-July school holidays have officially arrived in South Africa and parents will be scrambling to find activities to keep kids entertained for the next couple of weeks. If you live in Cape Town or plan to visit over the holidays, here are five fun activities that kids are guaranteed to love… Here are […]

Former Miss SA Amy Kleinhans-Curd and some of the other ladies, who star on the Real Housewives van die Wynlande (RHOWL) shared an inside look at their Mauritius vacation via Instagram posts on Thursday 22 June. ALSO READ: 1st woman of colour to win Miss SA: Where is Amy Kleinhans now? ‘REAL HOUSEWIVES VAN DIE WYNLANDE’ TAKE MAURITIUS […]

A game reserve in Zululand, that is 74% owned by Community Trust Landowners, has unveiled its plans for a new ultra-luxury tented lodge on the banks of the White Umfolozi. The Madwaleni River Lodge, which will be launched in September 2023, features 12 luxury tents for a maximum of 24 guests. Located in the middle […]