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Public Holidays South Africa 2022
Lifestyle

SA Public Holidays 2022: How to make the most of your leave in 2022

Model ‘regrets’ posing topless
Celeb News

Model ‘regrets’ posing topless with Princess Eugenie’s husband

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Gauteng

COVID-19: Gauteng exits 4th wave as SA sees decline in infections

Public Holidays South Africa 2022
Lifestyle

SA Public Holidays 2022: How to make the most of your leave in 2022

Model ‘regrets’ posing topless
Celeb News

Model ‘regrets’ posing topless with Princess Eugenie’s husband

SASSA holiday scam
News

Holiday Scam: Police now calling for victims to come forward

By Lyse Comins01-06-2021 07:45

A couple has appeared in the Durban Magistrates Court to face 14 counts of fraud related to their alleged “discounted” holiday scam.

Travel getaways: Long weekends
Travel

Travel getaways: Long weekends and public holidays on the Garden Route

By Bianca Delport04-03-2021 16:28

With great local holiday deals up for grabs, South Africans can take full advantage and plan their 2021 travel getaways well in advance.

An inside look at Somizi and V
Entertainment

An inside look at Somizi and Vusi Nova’s lavish bestie holiday [pictures]

By Alicia Naidoo10-02-2021 09:52

Somizi and Vusi Nova don’t vacay like mere mortals. These two took a private jet and hopped on board a yacht for their luxury bestie break.

Inflatable pools in ‘significa
Lifestyle

Inflatable pools in ‘significant demand’ due to beach ban

By Erene Roux20-01-2021 14:33

It seems the demand for inflatable and plastic pools have outpaced its supply at various stores in South Africa.

Inside Ferne McCann’s trip to
Lifestyle

Inside Ferne McCann’s trip to South Africa [photos]

By Erene Roux19-01-2021 12:09

The English model and actress, Ferne McCann was recently spotted taking in the sights and sounds of the Mother City.

Birds of Eden The Crags
Travel

Cruise the Crags: A paradise packed with holiday activities

By The South African30-12-2020 12:58

Visit the Garden Route gem where just about everything is open this new year.

Lesley-Ann Brandt on staying c
Lifestyle

Lesley-Ann Brandt on staying connected this holiday season [video]

By Erene Roux22-12-2020 18:50

The star of the Netflix hit series ‘Lucifer’, Lesley-Ann Brandt sat down with Karamo Brown to talk about the 2020 holiday season.

How to celebrate and keep safe
Lifestyle

How to celebrate and keep safe socially this 2020 holiday season

By Erene Roux22-12-2020 14:44

If there’s one thing 2020 has taught us all, it’s the ability to stay away from our loved ones for the sake of everyone’s health when a global crisis hits.

cocoa squares
Food & Wine

Holiday bakes: Fill the biscuit tins with old-school favourites

By Louise Liebenberg22-12-2020 14:40

Try these festive treats that taste like home and are so easy to make.

Here are Rolling Stone’s best
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Here are Rolling Stone’s best movie picks of 2020

By Erene Roux16-12-2020 16:01

From a black-and-white ode to Old Hollywood to a reggae-soaked mood piece and a Romanian doc, here are Rolling Stone’s best movies of 2020.

Here’s how to ‘pay it forward’
Lifestyle

Here’s how to ‘pay it forward’ this festive season in SA

By Erene Roux15-12-2020 10:12

Make this Christmas a season of ‘really’ giving by getting involved with a non-profit or by helping someone in need.

beach closures ramaphosa
Travel

Flying the Blue Flag high: 12 Durban beaches rated among SA’s best

By Lorne Philpot10-12-2020 13:10

Durban, one of South Africa’s premier tourist destinations, now boasts more Blue Flag-accredited beaches.

Kate Middleton’s mother shares
Lifestyle

Kate Middleton’s mother shares tips for virtual Christmas celebrations

By Erene Roux07-12-2020 11:23

The Duchess of Cambridge’s mother, Carole Middleton recently shared her virtual Christmas plans that she wants to do with her grandchildren.

Liezel van der Westhuizen
Lifestyle

How South Africa’s celebrities will be spending their holidays

By Kirsty du Toit02-12-2020 13:01

It will be family first this festive season for some of our favourite personalities.

camping
Travel

Top family-friendly camping spots in the Western Cape

By Mia Russell02-12-2020 12:59

Here are some super camping locations that the kids will get a real kick out of.

The top 10 merry-making shows
Soapies

The top 10 merry-making shows on DStv this holiday season

By Erene Roux26-11-2020 11:36

DStv is set to feature a packed line-up of local and international holiday content this festive season.

What to watch: Showmax counts
Soapies

What to watch: Showmax counts down to Christmas

By Erene Roux26-11-2020 10:05

With exactly a month to go to Christmas, there won’t be enough time to watch everything Showmax has lined up for you this year, even if you start right now:

Plettenberg Bay beach
Travel

Idyllic Plett scoops award as Africa’s top beach destination

By The South African11-11-2020 17:06

The Garden Route town was one of the big winners at the World Travel Awards – and it’s all thanks to its beaches.

foodie
Travel

Western Cape foodie vacays for the whole family to enjoy

By Linsey Schluter10-09-2020 18:00

With September upon us and spring in the air, we’re ready to pack our bags and hit the road for a fabulous family getaway.

water
Travel

Get your feet wet: Why are water-based destinations so desirable?

By Lorne Philpot07-09-2020 13:48

Research shows that humans are happier when in, on or near water.

lockdown holiday
Travel

Lockdown latest: When can we start planning our holidays again?

By Tom Head15-04-2020 17:29

Going on holiday should not be high on anyone’s list of priorities right now: But it’s fair to say some people are already planning their ‘lockdown escape’.

Things to do in Zanzibar
Travel

Zanzibar calling: ‘Cocoa-fringed shores of the purest white’

By Josie Eveleigh20-02-2020 19:00

Zanzibar, with its white sand beaches, covers all the bases from basic to beachfront brilliant.

Travel tips: Your dream holida
Travel

Travel tips: Your dream holiday trip in eight simple steps

By Shannon Correia21-12-2019 08:40

Dreaming of a vacation? Here are 8 simple steps to plan the perfect trip. Follow this guide to sort the admin before the real fun begins.

Durban pier
Travel

Things to do in Durban when on holiday by the sea

By Shannon Correia25-11-2019 18:35

If you’re looking for things to do in Durban during your holiday by the sea, be sure to check out our comprehensive list of the city’s main attractions.

Its ‘Destination Christmas’ at
Lifestyle

Its ‘Destination Christmas’ at Melrose Arch this holiday season

By Erene Roux22-11-2019 14:27

You can expect a Fantasy Garden, a ‘light switch on ceremony’, a Christmas Market and so much more at Melrose Arch’s Destination Christmas.

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