Last minute international Easter getaways
Did someone say holiday?
Is it possible that we have already hit Easter holidays? Well, if you’re planning a last minute overseas getaway, we have the best options. From sun to snow we’ve got you covered.
Amid a pandemic that continues to disrupt our lives, the search for a space of peace and rejuvenation has become crucial in the face of increasingly complex daily lives.
With borders finally open to South Africans and the school and Easter holidays coming up, why not spoil you and your loved ones to a well-deserved luxurious getaway?
P.S: South Africans travelling to any Indian Ocean destinations do not need a visa.
1. Find paradise in Seychelles
Whisk the kids away to their very own Robinson Crusoe adventure. Not only will they be able to walk on the beach featured in the movie, but they can be fully immersed in the natural wonder of the island and create their own adventures amongst the preserved fauna and flora and variety of endangered species that call the island home. The Seychelles has a host of accommodation options to choose from, catering to all type of travellers. If you are looking for something exclusive and separate from the crowds, the newly launched all-inclusive Club Med Seychelles, located on the private island of Sainte Anne, has amazing kids’ clubs with fun age-appropriate activities – and as an extra bonus, kids under 6 stay free!
2. Take the whole family to Mauritius
The ultimate family favourite amongst South Africans, Mauritius is the place to head to for a fun-filled beach getaway that everyone will love! Easily accessible from South Africa and a mere 4-hour flight away, the island has a variety of tourist spots that cater to the adventure lover, beach bum, historian and foodie. For the active traveller, Mauritius offers thrilling activities like scuba diving, paddle-boarding, flying trapeze, sailing and diving. If you are travelling with a multi-generational family, book a villa at Club Med La Plantation d’Albion for an exclusive tropical adventure. Wind down your adventure-filled days in the revamped Beach Bar; the perfect spot to enjoy sundowners and gourmet Mauritian snacks with your feet in the sand.
3. Go ski in the French Alps
With Switzerland announcing the opening of their borders to South Africans, now is the time to take that “spring ski” holiday you have been waiting for. And the period of Mar/April is the perfect time as the slopes are less busy and the days are warmer and longer. Aside from offering fabulous ski and non-ski activities, the French Alps with all its wintry charm have fabulous opportunities for yoga, divine dining, and delightful strolls, all set in a convivial, relaxing, breath-taking setting.
It’s been a drawn-out period of not being able to travel. Now that borders are open and several top destinations accessible for holidays, now is the time to dust off that passport and book that much-awaited break.
Don’t miss your chance to travel this school holiday and Easter period! Book your last-minute holiday today and look forward to spending special moments with the family, making new memories for the year ahead.
4. Unwind in the Maldives
Days sunbathing in overwater bungalows with floating breakfasts…utter bliss, right? This can be your reality this school and Easter holiday when you jet off to the sun-kissed destination of the Maldives. Not only do you get to be the envy of your friends when they see your Instagram feed (complete with turquoise waters and miles white sandy beaches), but you will fall in love with the rich marine life that is found in this scuba diving haven. Spend glorious days diving, sailing and playing with the stunning manta rays, dolphins and sea turtles found there.
