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KZN festive season
kzn

Great recovery: KZN records almost 600 000 summer tourists

Dubai
News

Dubai is Home to the Middle East’s Top Yachting Destinations

Pets, travel, summer, holiday, hydrated
Lifestyle

Four-legged friends: Tips to take care of your pets while on holiday

KZN festive season
KwaZulu-Natal

Great recovery: KZN records almost 600 000 summer tourists

Dubai
News

Dubai is Home to the Middle East’s Top Yachting Destinations

Pets, travel, summer, holiday, hydrated
Lifestyle

Four-legged friends: Tips to take care of your pets while on holiday

Wellness
Lifestyle

7 wellness tourism hotspots to experience in KwaZulu-Natal

By Nokuthula Ngcobo28-11-2022 20:05

After a prolonged global health crisis, people are prioritising overall well-being when travelling. Check out these wellness places in KZN…

Cape Town
Lifestyle

Cape Town is Africa’s jewel! But THIS city hosts the best events

By Nokuthula Ngcobo17-10-2022 19:13

Cape Town has once again bagged Africa’s Leading City Destination award but fell short in the Leading Festival and Events category.

International arrivals
Lifestyle

International arrivals on a steady increase in SA

By Nokuthula Ngcobo26-07-2022 09:37

Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, Zimbabwe was South Africa’s largest international arrivals market followed by Mozambique and Lesotho.

Is this bizarre airline policy the silliest mask rule in South Africa?
News

Is this bizarre airline policy the silliest mask rule in South Africa?

By Corné van Zyl19-05-2022 07:00

Some international airlines recently revised their face mask policies in light of governments’ easing of Covid-19 regulations, including this bizarre policy.

Kruger National Park to be upgraded
Travel

SA’s jewel of the wild: Kruger National Park to get R370m makeover

By Lorne Philpot11-05-2022 21:32

South African National Parks (SANParks) has launched a R370m upgrade programme in the Kruger National Park.

Switzerland drops all Covid-19 entry requirements
Travel

Welcome back! Switzerland now open to ALL

By Lorne Philpot11-05-2022 10:39

Switzerland has dropped all COVID-19 entry restrictions, allowing entry to all international visitors – vaccinated or non-vaccinated.

tourist
Travel

Exploring Mzansi: Five rural tourist destinations to celebrate Africa Month

By Naledi de Wee06-05-2022 17:07

Africa Month: These exciting rural tourist destinations offer a different experience from what the big city has to offer. Take a look…

gen z travel
Travel

For the love of exploring: A guide to the Gen Z guest and traveler

By Marilynn Manuel01-05-2022 19:04

Gen Z is (almost) all grown up and quickly becoming the younger generation who are re-shaping the realm of travel.

ACSA Dark days for SA airports
Travel

COVID-19 impact on air traffic: Dark days ahead for debt-ridden ACSA

By Lorne Philpot11-04-2022 15:19

The future does not look very rosy for ACSA with rising debts, reduced traffic volume and fewer connecting passengers using SA airports.

Thailand visas
Travel

South East Asia calling? These countries have reopened their borders

By Lorne Philpot04-04-2022 17:50

A number of countries in South East Asia that have long been favourite destinations for South Africans, are open once again!

qatar airways face shield
Travel

Qatar Airways: U-turn on visors for SA passengers after ‘racist’ backlash

By Lorne Philpot22-02-2022 18:23

Passengers from South Africa, Mozambique and Zambia no longer have to double-up with face shields when travelling with Qatar Airways.

Australia
Travel

Breaking: Australia re-opens borders to tourists after two-year closure

By AFP21-02-2022 11:16

Australia has reopened its borders to fully vaccinated tourists almost two years after imposing strict COVID-19 travel restrictions.

Hot air balloon Valentine's Day
Travel

Take your relationship to new heights this Valentine’s Day

By Lorne Philpot09-02-2022 13:34

Here is a selection of hot air ballooning options around South Africa, for couples to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

New Zealand
Travel

New Zealand outlines easing of border controls…What you need to know

By Lorne Philpot04-02-2022 12:04

New Zealand’s prime minister has unveiled a five-step plan for the phased reopening of the country’s borders.

vaccinated
Travel

Not vaccinated? You can still travel to these idyllic destinations

By Lorne Philpot03-02-2022 18:52

Individuals who are not vaccinated are still able to visit these exciting overseas destinations despite widespread restrictions.

Cape Town Valentine's Day
Lifestyle

Love is in the air! SA voted sixth best honeymoon destination in the world

By Naledi de Wee03-02-2022 15:13

South Africa has been voted the sixth best honeymoon destination in the world behind Greece, the Maldives and the stunning Zanzibar.

Bali reopens borders
Travel

Time for ‘Eat Pray Love’ travels as Bali announces reopening of borders

By Lorne Philpot03-02-2022 13:07

The tropical paradise island of Bali is due to welcome tourists back on Friday 4 February with reduced quarantine requirements.

Blue Flag beaches
Travel

Table Mountain National Park: So much more than just the mountain 

By The South African01-02-2022 08:50

The Table Mountain National Park is made up of a host of stunning natural areas and attractions in the broader Cape Town area

Switzerland drops all Covid-19 entry requirements
Travel

Swiss bliss: Switzerland waivers entry test requirements

By Lorne Philpot27-01-2022 21:28

Good news for vaccinated individuals who would like to travel to Switzerland…Take a look at the latest update on entry restrictions.

USA tourism to SA
Travel

US overtakes UK and Germany as SA’s top tourism source country

By Lorne Philpot27-01-2022 18:47

Tourists from the United States now make up the largest group of international travellers to South African shores.

Shadows
Lifestyle

Come dine with me: Dining with the undead at Saudi Arabia’s Shadows

By AFP27-01-2022 17:25

A horror-themed restaurant called Shadows, in Saudi Arabia’s capital of Riyadh, offers diners a scary experience with a good adrenaline rush.

Stellenbosch has been ranked the 23rd most loved destination in a global ranking of the Top 100 most loved destinations in the world in 2021.
Travel

Stellenbosch ranked among the ‘world’s 100 most-loved destinations’

By Erene Roux27-01-2022 16:21

Stellenbosch has been recognised as one of the best destinations for local and international visitors to work, visit, stay and play!

travel to United Kindgom
Travel

Take a look at when UK will scrap entry tests for vaccinated travellers

By Lorne Philpot27-01-2022 10:59

As from next month, vaccinated visitors will no longer be subject to COVID-19 entry testing when travelling to the United Kingdom.

Visa delays for SA
Travel

Hurry up and wait: Expect visa delays as borders reopen for South Africa

By Lorne Philpot21-01-2022 18:52

Numerous countries have reopened their borders to South African nationals, but there are now visa backlogs to contend with.

UK South Africa
Travel

Good news: UK visitors head back to SA shores

By Lorne Philpot19-01-2022 15:58

British Airways has increased the number of seats it offers on flights between South Africa and the UK, as a result of increased passenger demand from travellers.

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