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 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 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 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 […]

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 […]

50 OF THE WORLD’S BEST VINEYARDS As far as vineyards in South Africa go, the Western Cape is home to some of the country’s finest. And now, three of them have even been named amongst 50 of the World’s Best Vineyards in an annual list. The top 50 vineyards in the world were announced this […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

SANPARKS SAY ‘UPCOMING FLOWER SEASON WILL BE OF THE BEST IN DECADES’ It may be a little difficult to believe that the South African wildflower season will soon be upon us again, but the South African National Parks (SANParks) has claimed that the ‘upcoming flower season will be of the best in decades’. According to SANParks, […]

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 […]

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 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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Packing a suitcase is all part of the joy and excitement of going on holiday. Whether its just for a short trip or a lengthy, lazy vacation, we’ve got five tips to make your packing perfect! MAKE A LIST, CHECK IT TWICE We’ve probably heard this one from some of our more “organised” friends, right? […]

PREVENT LUGGAGE MISHAPS We’ve all been or know of someone who has been a victim of those unfortunate luggage mishaps that sometimes happen at airports. Whether it’s lost bags, damaged suitcases or stolen items, it’s really not an ideal situation to be in. Now, a video that has gone viral on TikTok has the perfect […]

SOUTH COAST GETS A NEW HIKE Those looking for a fun and healthy way to explore the beautiful beaches and surroundings of the South Coast can now partake in a new Beach-to-Beach Adventure hike launched by South Coast Tourism. The Beach-to-Beach Adventure Hike is a 38km hike which extends from Port Edward beach all the […]

There’s just something about hiking in the great outdoors that entices us: the green trees, the fresh air and the feeling of the warmth of the sun on your skin. Whatever it may be, there are loads of reasons why being amongst nature is great for you. Here are five reasons why hiking, in particular, […]

SUNSCREEN IN THE SKY Do you protect your skin when you fly? A medical and cosmetic doctor who specialises in skincare, has let slip some startling information about UV exposure on flights. Sydney-based, Dr Yalda Jamali, who holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) and a Level 7 postgraduate qualification in Aesthetic Medicine, […]

HERMANUS GETS NEW TOUR Ever-popular Western Cape tourist destination, Hermanus, has welcomed a new offering from City Sightseeing South Africa and their famous sightseeing red buses that are well-known around South Africa, especially Caape Town. The new Explorer Tour will offer visitors and tourists a truly memorable experience around the beautiful town. ALSO READ: Happiness in Hermanus: […]