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From Leisure To Bleisure

Sean Maher, market vice president: South Africa, Marriott International, shares that the popularity of working while vacationing is great news.

Savour Stellenbosch

South Africa’s second oldest town is, to put it mildly, simply astonishing. Stellenbosch has the country’s oldest wine route and has become an art destination of note. There’s plenty to sip, see and excite in Stellenbosch, so make sure this tree-lined town is your next destination. By Mart-Marié du Toit.

Financial Mail Travel

FM Travel Like an elastic band stretched to breaking point by pandemic-related restrictions, enthusiastic travellers have been unleashed once more across the planet with a resounding twang – or whatever onomatopoeia better suits this metaphor. To stretch (ahem) said metaphor further, however, they’re finding they might not really get all that far, with flight ticket… Read more »

Steeped In History And Tradition

South Africa’s cities may not have the history of those in Europe, but there are still some wonderful historic towns worth visiting, writes Itumeleng Mogaki.

Under The African Stars

Mart-Marié du Toit suggests six safari retreats for a luxurious getaway.

Discovering The Dragon Mountains

The Drakensberg is renowned for its pastel-coloured jagged peaks, the world’s largest collection of rock art, and the place where verdant valleys meet. Yet Iga Motylska discovers that The Berg’s outdoor activities are as big a drawcard for travellers as its landscapes.

Cruise Control

Roll up, roll up, for the greatest show on earth… Peter Frost takes to the waters along with hundreds of other cruising revelers.

Paradise Unlimited

Yup, it exists! Right here on planet Earth.

Far From Normal

Keith Bain suggests six places to stay where three essentials – escape, awe, and wonder – are guaranteed.

Knysna Calling

Even if you’re in Team Oysters-Are-Yuck, there are plenty more reasons to visit this Garden Route pearl.

When It Comes To Community, Sharing Is Caring At Abelana

SPONSORED: What’s in a name? For Abelana Game Reserve, it’s everything.

The Capital Hotels And Apartments

Where affordability, adaptability and luxury meet, o­ffering you a vast selection of hotel, apartment and conference rooms.

Heading To The Houghton Hotel

SPONSORED: Voted Africa’s Leading Hotel for 2020 by The World Travel Awards, The Houghton Hotel should be on your go-to list.

Self-Catering Getaways Around The Country…

Covid-19 and lock downs have brought about many changes to be sure!

Thanda Safari’s Wildlife And Whiskey Weekend

Who needs rest and recuperation when you can rather enjoy wildlife and whiskey!  Treat yourself and a friend or a loved one to a getaway-in-the-bush with Thanda Safari’s Wildlife & Whiskey Weekend from 8 to 10 October 2021.

Travel Goes Digital

Traveling during COVID-19 has not been easy, and in some instances, simply impossible. But some brands are innovating to make your travel experience more seamless and COVID-19 safe.

Paradise Also Has Wi-Fi

Workation? Bleisure? Whatever you call it, you could do a lot worse than a remote working stint on a faraway Seychellois island, writes Iga Motylska.

Say Ndiyo To Nairobi

Mart-Marié du Toit discovers the go-getter spirit of East Africa’s entrepreneurial HQ.

Find Yourself Faraway

You can’t have it all, but when you do decide to treat yourself, here’s where to start looking, writes Mart-Marié du Toit.

A Passport To The World?

An international degree carries a certain cachet – but does this justify the expense? Lisa Witepski weighs up the pros and cons of an overseas education.