Breathing Room: Four Iconic South African Summer Escapes
Find breathing room this summer with four South African escapes from aha Hotels & Lodges, spanning Pilanesberg, the Drakensberg, Lesedi and Kruger.
Aquila Safari: A Spring Escape Close to Cape Town
Game drives, family time and Karoo evenings at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa, within reach of Cape Town.
Three Plett Escapes Where Beach, Forest and Vineyard Meet
Three Hello-approved escapes around Plettenberg Bay, from Crags Country Lodge to The Old Rectory and Lily Pond Country Lodge.
Passport, Plans, Paperwork: Could Visa Facilitation Help Your Next Trip?
From family holidays to school tours, discover how VPU helps organise visa paperwork, appointments and passport logistics—and what travellers should check first.
Beat of My Dubai: Elizabeth Wambui Discovers a City Where Every Day Brings a New Possibility
Discover Dubai with Elizabeth Wambui, from historic neighbourhoods and Arabian breakfasts to the Museum of the Future and unforgettable city experiences.
Beat of My Dubai: Meet the African Talent Shaping the City
Meet the African talent behind Beat of My Dubai, from South African chefs and hospitality professionals to media entrepreneurs and an architect.
LIFT’s New Premium Menu Brings Summer Flavours to the Sky
There is something satisfying about settling into your seat and knowing a good meal is on its way.
SEVEN Hotel, Villas & Spa: A Refreshed Retreat in Sandton
Explore the refreshed SEVEN Hotel, Villas & Spa in Sandton, with 61 rooms and villas, garden spaces, Textures dining and Spa by Camelot.
City Sightseeing: Explore Cape Town and Joburg From the Top Deck
From Cape Town’s mountain and ocean views to Joburg’s cultural landmarks, discover two cities at your own pace aboard the City Sightseeing Red Bus.
Thailand Just Got More Tempting: Emirates Holidays Launches Exclusive Thailand Pass
Emirates Holidays launches its Thailand Pass, offering South Africans up to 40% off shopping, dining and attractions. Discover the benefits.
The Great Cape Escape: The Ultimate 3-Day Cape Town Road Trip
Plan the ultimate 3-day Cape Town road trip, from False Bay and Chapman’s Peak to the Cape Winelands, great food, luxury stays and spa escapes.
Atlantis The Royal Rises to No. 4 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026
Atlantis The Royal rises to No. 4 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026 and retains two major Middle East and beach hotel awards.
One Fleet, Many Adventures: Why the Right Rental Car Changes the Journey
After experiencing Europcar during our Cape Escape, we explore its South African fleet for road trips, business travel and long-term rental.
Centurion Hotel Wins Hotel of the Year in Tshwane
Centurion Hotel has been named Hotel of the Year at the 2026 Tshwane Tourism Awards. Discover the hotel, its location and guest offering.
Pack Your Travel Insurance Policy Before You Pack Your Bags
Tim Chadwick discusses the importance of travel insurance and correct financial planning for your holiday trip.
5 Epic Tourism Routes Along the KZN Midlands Meander
Updated August 2026: The KwaZulu Natal Midlands is one of the regions in South Africa that we have found is often overlooked. Read our recommendations here.
A Winelands Winter Staycation Among The Olive Groves at Olijvenkraal
Advertisement Fireplaces, mountain views and a bottle of farm Shiraz set the scene for Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge’s seasonal escape in Paarl Share this article Winter in the Cape Winelands has a personality all its own. The vineyards quieten, fires become gathering places and the usual weekend crowds thin out. It is precisely the season for […]
Cape Town’s Most Luxurious Hotels You Must Visit in 2026
Updated August 2026: From intimate boutique hotels in the V&A Waterfront to grand historic landmarks and vineyard retreats just beyond the city, these are ten of the most luxurious Cape Town hotels to consider for your next special occasion, romantic weekend or gloriously unnecessary spoil.
Why the Eastern Cape Should Be Your Next Safari Escape
Discover why the Eastern Cape is becoming one of South Africa’s top safari destinations, combining Big 5 wildlife, luxury lodges and Garden Route adventures.
A Dubai Invite Makes Family Reunions More Affordable for South Africans
Visiting family or friends in Dubai? A Dubai Invite unlocks hotel, attraction, restaurant and transport benefits for eligible visitors.
South Africa’s Best Safari Regions: The Ultimate Guide to the Country’s Greatest Wildlife Destinations
If there is one experience that defines South Africa in the imagination of international travellers, it is the safari. Yet ask ten South Africans where to go on safari and you’ll probably receive ten different answers. Some will swear by the legendary wildlife encounters of the Greater Kruger. Others will argue that nowhere rivals Madikwe’s malaria-free luxury, while seasoned photographers quietly point towards the red dunes of the Kgalagadi, where black-maned lions patrol ancient riverbeds beneath impossibly wide skies.
Sandringham Private Game Reserve: A New Wilderness Story from the Sabi Sabi Collection
A once-forgotten stretch of Greater Kruger bushveld is being returned to the wild, and Sandringham Private Game Reserve may become one of the most interesting safari openings of 2026.
Country Getaways Just a Short Drive From Joburg
Updated June 2026 – By Thursday afternoon, Johannesburg starts behaving like a pressure cooker. The traffic gets worse. Your inbox develops a personality disorder. Somebody schedules a meeting that could have been an email. Suddenly, the idea of pointing the car towards the horizon becomes less of a luxury and more of a survival strategy.
Family Time, Campfire Stories and the Road to Kruger: Why Kruger Gate Hotel Makes Sense This Winter
The first sign that you’re heading somewhere worthwhile is usually the silence. Not complete silence, of course. This is family travel. Someone is asking for snacks. Somebody else is arguing about playlist choices. A grandparent is handing out unsolicited life advice from the second row. And somewhere, inevitably, a small voice asks the question every South African parent has heard since the invention of road trips: “Are we there yet?”
