Famous South African Festivals To Experience
Get ready to explore the colorful world of South African festivals! You can experience the rich culture and traditions of South Africa by joining its famous festivals. Going to local…
Cape Town Carnival 2024, South Africa
Cape Town in South Africa is a vibrant hub of culture and creativity. At the heart of the city’s festivities is the Cape Town Carnival, an iconic Cape Town event that ignites joy and unity through creativity…
Where to Go in July 2023
Early July is a great month for travelling in Europe, although by the end of the month the main tourism attractions tend to fill up with fellow travellers and tourists…
From Wildlife to Wine: 10 Unforgettable Things to Do in South Africa
South Africa is a country full of diverse landscapes, fascinating wildlife, and rich cultural heritage. From the bustling cities to the scenic countryside, there is always something new and exciting…
Where to Go in June 2023
June is a great month for travelling. Northern Europe sees endless hours of sunshine while southern Europe seems to be exploding with music. There is even plenty to keep you…
Tips to Help You Visit South Africa on a Budget
South Africa is a beautiful country rich in culture and wildlife. And whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly adventure or a luxurious getaway, this nation has something to offer everyone…
Top 10 Luxury Travel Destinations for 2022
Travelling with friends, family, or even by yourself is one of the greatest feelings in the world. Not only do you get to ditch your everyday routine and experience new…
Join Conservation Work at Thanda Safari
As part of Thanda Safari’s Big Five safari offering guests seeking a more immersive, impactful safari experience are invited to join in the conservation work being carried out daily…
Carbon Negative Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
Luxury private game reserve, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve has announced that it has been confirmed as carbon negative since 2018. Following an on-site assessment…
Healing Earth Opens Spa at Leeu Estates
The Leeu Spa at Leeu Estates has re-opened post lockdown under the management of the internationally-acclaimed South African spa and wellbeing brand Healing Earth…
South Africa to Reopen Borders
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that South Africa will open its borders to international travel from 1 October. The move comes as the country enters national lockdown…
Kaapse Klopse (Cape Town Minstrel Carnival)
The Cape Town Minstrel Carnival, or Kaapse Klopse, is a festival held on 2 January each year, but in 2020 it is on 4 January. Also known as the Tweede Nuwe Jaar (or Second New Year…
Watch Whale Sharks Off St Helena
Every year, the fascinating, remote volcanic island of St Helena, located in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean becomes a hub of excitement. Locals and Blue Planet-inspired…
Wilderness Walking and Fly Camping Safaris
May to September in South Africa’s Eastern Cape are cool and crisp with very little rainfall, making for beautiful weather to set out on foot and explore the ridges and…
NH Adds Six Hotels to Green Key Eco Label
Sustainability is one of the main strategic values for NH Hotel Group, which prioritises innovation in order to develop eco-efficient solutions. NH Hotel Group’s…
Safaris: Not In the Guidebooks
Newly-launched British travel company Not In The Guidebooks has unveiled a selection of exclusive southern African wildlife and safari experiences, allowing independent travellers…
Reinventing the Blue Train, South Africa
Recently voted Africa’s Leading Luxury Train at the 2019 World Travel Awards, South Africa’s iconic Blue Train is reinventing itself too. Not only has its second train set been given a makeover and extension…
Discover Lesser-known Festivals This Autumn
From whale watching to hot air balloons and golde eagles, swap the tourist trap events for some more remote festivals across the globe this autumn. Hermanus Whale Festival (28-30 September) …
i-escape Names Its Winter Sun Hotlist
Winter is set to be more of a shock for Brits this year after a heatwave summer, so in readiness for the chill, the boutique accommodation experts at i-escape have unveilled their winter sun hotlist…
African Safari Holidays Avoiding the Crowds
African safari holidays are incredible experiences you’ll remember for the rest of your life. Thousands of travellers set off each year in the hope of spotting as many different species…
Celebrate Endangered Species Day with Explore
With Endangered Species Day on the 18 May, now is the time to book a once in a lifetime wildlife trip with Explore to see incredible animals in their natural habitat. Search for…
South Africa Travel: from Cape to Cape
On a South Africa Travel trip to the Western Cape, with a brief excursion into the Eastern Cape, Eileen Wise and Roger Hermiston dip their toes into this remarkably vast…
Rhodes Memorial: Controversial History
On their trip through South Africa, Eileen Wise and Roger Hermiston pay a visit on a controversial figure in Cape Town at the Rhodes Memorial…
Rail Discoveries Launches Five New Trips
Rail Discoveries the UK’s leading escorted group rail holiday provider has released their new brochure for 2018. The brochure includes five new worldwide adventures…
