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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.
Schengen Visa destinations

The most popular Schengen destinations among South African travellers

By Sundeeka Mungroo 20-07-23 18:16

Visa agency, VFS Global has said that Schengen destinations are particularly popular with South African travellers. Here’s where they want to go… SCHENGEN DESTINATIONS ALL THE WAY Recent research has shown that Schengen visas are still very much in demand by South Africans, even more so in 2023. According to Travel News, during a recent presentation […]

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Would you fly in a “Child-free Zone” if you could?

By Sundeeka Mungroo 20-07-23 18:06

BOOK A SEAT IN A CHILD-FREE ZONE Catching a flight these days is accessible, comfortable and safe – and now, they can even be child-free. Two airlines have unveiled the “Child-free Zone” concept on their aircraft, which allows passengers to travel without children being in their immediate vicinity. ALSO READ: Man flies around the world in […]

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VIDEO – Man flies around the world in 80 hours on budget airlines

By Sundeeka Mungroo 20-07-23 12:59

FLYING AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 HOURS YouTube creator Noel Philips has made a trip around the world in just 80 hours this past April, embarking on the literal round trip departing Houston, Texas, and landing back at the city’s William P. Hobby Airport just over three days later. According to Daily Mail, the quest spanned nine flights, seven different airlines, […]

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Most powerful passports in the world: Which country is number one?

By Sundeeka Mungroo 19-07-23 16:59

MOST POWERFUL PASSPORTS: WHO’S NUMBER ONE? Japan has officially been knocked off the top spot on the Henley Passport Index for the first time in five years and moved into third position, according to the latest ranking, which is based on exclusive and official data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). In a recent press release from Henley & Partners, Singapore […]

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SA airports: New robotic technology to be introduced for better customer experience

By Sundeeka Mungroo 19-07-23 16:37

ACSA’S PLANS FOR SA AIRPORTS South Africa’s airports are set to see some technological changes in the near future, after Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) announced their plans to digitalise passenger experience at airports. ALSO READ: Airlink to launch new Johannesburg-Nairobi flights According to Travel News, ACSA Chief Information Officer, Mthokozisi Mncwabe, said that the need to change ACSA’s […]

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Mandela month: Commemorative spots to visit in Johannesburg

By Sundeeka Mungroo 18-07-23 15:24

18 July marks a special day on South African’s calendars: It’s a day that celebrates the Father of the Nation, Nelson Mandela, and all that he did for South Africa. If you’re looking for ways to celebrate, here are four commemorative spots to visit in Johannesburg this Mandela Day and beyond. MANDELA HOUSE ON VILAKAZI […]

UK to increase visa fees – Here’s by how much

By Sundeeka Mungroo 18-07-23 13:40

UK VISA FEES TO SEE A HIKE British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, has announced that visa fees for the UK would soon go up significantly for applicants from all over the world. According to reports, Sunak said that the visa application fees would rise in order to finance public sector wage increases, following recent strikes. […]

Table Mountain Mandela Day

Table Mountain celebrates Mandela Day with special visitors

By Sundeeka Mungroo 18-07-23 13:27

TABLE MOUNTAIN CABLEWAY GIVES BACK As part of its plans to commemorate Mandela Day (18 July), the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) treated children from a local child protection organisation to a fun-filled day out yesterday, 17 July. The children who visited were from Home from Home, a permanent, family-style foster care homes for vulnerable children in […]

Namaqualand flower season

Namaqualand flower season expected to be spectacular this year

By Sundeeka Mungroo 17-07-23 17:25

NAMAQUALAND RAINFALL TO BRING EPIC FLOWER SEASON The South African National Parks (SANParks) recently revealed that the Namaqua National Park received a whopping total of 198 96 mm of rain since January 2023 with promises of even more rain before the winter season is over. This fantastic amount of rainfall signals a spectacular flower season […]

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Thornybush Game Lodge named among favourite lodges in Africa

By Sundeeka Mungroo 17-07-23 11:53

THORNYBUSH GAME LODGE A FAVOURITE As far as game lodges in South Africa go, Thornybush Game Lodge is certainly one of the iconic. Now Thornybush Game Lodge has been ranked number 7 on the prestigious Travel + Leisure Readers’ 10 Favourite Safari Lodges in Africa of 2023. ALSO READ: This is Africa: Cheetah struts into Kruger safari lodge […]

Oudtshoorn

Four fun things to do in Oudtshoorn

By Sundeeka Mungroo 17-07-23 10:38

Also known as the Ostrich capital of the world, Oudtshoorn in the Klein Karoo exudes adventure and culture by the boatload! If you find yourself in the area, or plan on visiting soon, here are four must-do activities in Oudtshoorn. CHECK OUT CANGO CAVES, OF COURSE! Cango Caves in Oudtshoorn, Western Cape. Photo: canva You […]

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Cape Town’s famous yellow frames to feature new audio guides

By Sundeeka Mungroo 13-07-23 13:43

YELLOW FRAMES GET A NEW FEATURE Cape Town’s seven yellow frames, which are installed across the Mother City and offer tourists a different view of Table Mountain, will soon have a new feature installed in the form of an audio guide for those who are visually impaired. The famous frames, which can be found in […]

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SA voted best country in the world to visit by ‘The Telegraph’

By Sundeeka Mungroo 13-07-23 12:53

SOUTH AFRICA AND CAPE TOWN TOP THE LIST We always knew South Africa was a gem, with its abundant beauty, natural delights, friendly people and cultural and historic significance, but now almost 30 000 readers of The Telegraph newspaper have voted South Africa as their favourite country in the world to visit, with Cape Town also featuring as […]

KZN South Coast Tourism

New adventure tour launched by KZN South Coast Tourism

By Sundeeka Mungroo 12-07-23 16:37

ADVENTURE GUARANTEED ON THE KZN SOUTH COAST Those looking for adventure in the KZN South Coast region can now look forward to a new adventure tour package from the KZN South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise (SCTIE). Called ‘the Nyandezulu Experience’, the tour package includes a guided tour of the Nyandezulu rural area, which is an area […]

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The new toll prices for Chapman’s Peak Drive

By Sundeeka Mungroo 12-07-23 16:05

NEW TOLLS FOR FAMOUS CAPE TOWN ROAD It will now cost travellers and motorists a little more to pass through ‘one of the world’s most scenic drives’. This comes after a recent toll tariff increase instated on 1 July 2023. According to travelnews.africa, in order to manage and maintain the road, the Western Cape government and SANParks, the […]

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The 10 most expensive airports to park at in 2023

By Sundeeka Mungroo 11-07-23 16:43

MOST EXPENSIVE AIRPORT PARKING Car parking at the airport is sometimes necessary and all-the-time expensive. It tends to add an unexpected bill to the cost of an already pricey trip for travellers. ALSO READ: New E-gates to be introduced at OR Tambo International Airport The price of airport parking varies around the world, but if you’ve […]

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Camp in style: The best glamping spots in the Eastern Cape

By Sundeeka Mungroo 10-07-23 19:59

If you’re not really one for ‘roughing it’, but still want to experience the beauty of the Eastern Cape outdoors, then glamping is just the thing for you! Here are a few incredible glamping spots in the Eastern Cape that you won’t want to miss. Wake up to zebras on your doorstep. Photo: canva WOODBURY […]

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Six tips for an easier long-haul flight experience

By Sundeeka Mungroo 10-07-23 17:59

Long-haul flights can be a nightmare for some people. Being inside a cabin and confined to a seat for hours on end can leave a person feeling exhausted and restless when you finally do arrive at your destination. To help minimize all that, here are six top tips that will totally transform the comfort of […]

Western Cape tourism

Western Cape attractions: Wesgro reports great numbers of tourists

By Sundeeka Mungroo 10-07-23 17:41

WESTERN CAPE ATTRACTIONS VERY POPULAR According to a monthly tourism report from the WC Government’s official tourism, trade and investment promotion agency, Wesgro, the Western Cape and some of its attractions saw a huge number of tourists over the month of May 2023. A number of attractions across the province recorded a total of 176 […]

Camps Bay Beach

Camps Bay listed as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world

By Sundeeka Mungroo 10-07-23 17:32

CAMPS BAY BEACH MAKES THE LIST The Western Cape is beyond blessed with its vast array of stunning landscapes, scenery, attractions and wildlife. And as far as beaches in the region go, the province certainly has some of the very BEST. Now, to prove just that, Cape Town’s Camps Bay Beach was recently named amongst the most beautiful beaches in […]

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Three adventurous activities to enjoy in Magoebaskloof

By Sundeeka Mungroo 07-07-23 16:36

Magoebaskloof is an adventure-lovers paradise. Situated at the foot of the northern tip of the Drakensberg mountain range, Magoebaskloof consists of landscapes dominated by incredible, dramatic scenery and afromontane forests. Whether you’re just there to take in the scenery, adventure activities in this area almost call out to you. Here are three of them that […]

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Sun City now off-the-grid with new solar power plant

By Sundeeka Mungroo 07-07-23 16:10

A NEW SOLAR POWER PROJECT The North West’s iconic Sun City, has become – quite literally – a sun city! The South African resort has installed a R16 million solar power plant in a bid to help reduce their electricity consumption from the national grid. According a release from Sun International, TM Lesetla, installer and National […]

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