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Top SA beaches that are best known for surfing

South Africa is home to some of the most beautiful getaways, and if surfing is part of your activity list this summer, we have you sorted. Summer is more than just traveling on road trips or sitting around a family braai. It is also an ideal opportunity to get out and explore the beauty that […]

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Explore 5 of Cape Town’s most popular tidal pools

What is summer without a good refreshment? Fortunately, Cape Town offers that in abundance… If you find yourself living in or even planning on visiting the Mother City this festive season, there are loads of excursions you can go on that will fill your heart with endless memories. This will ensure that your time away […]

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All you need to know before boarding a cruise

There’s something irresistibly glamorous about boarding a cruise ship – think departure scenes from Titanic. That moment when your luggage disappears into the hands of friendly porters, a glass of champagne finds its way into yours, and the open sea stretches out like an endless invitation. Whether you’re sailing through the Mediterranean, island-hopping in the […]

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Best spots to experience an African sunrise

There’s something profoundly humbling about watching a sunrise—the stillness before daybreak, the first blush of light breaking across the horizon, the quiet promise of a new beginning. Across Africa, sunrise is not just a spectacle of light and color, it’s a ritual of renewal that connects landscapes, cultures, and travellers alike. From the peaks of […]

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Discover the stories behind some of Africa’s coolest bridges

Bridges are far more than steel and stone. In Africa, they tell tales of colonial ambition, border disputes, daring engineering, and even tourism thrill-rides. From a bridge curved to dodge a disputed border, to another built so trains could be “sprayed by the mist of the Falls,” these crossings are icons of both human ingenuity […]

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Air France Extends Cape Town–Paris Route After Surging Travel Demand

Air France is giving travellers an extra month to enjoy its popular Cape Town–Paris route, extending the seasonal service until 3 May 2026. The decision comes after what the airline describes as “exceptional demand” from both South African and international passengers. A Boost For Cape Town Tourism Originally set to end in April, the route […]

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Durban Eyes Second Airport To Boost Tourism And South Coast Growth

Durban Considers Building A Second Airport To Boost Tourism And Connectivity Durban could soon join the ranks of cities with more than one airport, as eThekwini Municipality explores the idea of developing a second air hub in the south. The proposal, revealed during the Mayoral Tourism Trade Stakeholder Engagement in September, is being pitched as […]

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FlySafair Connects Cape Town To Hoedspruit, Opening The Skies To Kruger

South Africans heading to the bush for a break have a new option on the table. From October 2, FlySafair officially launched flights between Cape Town and Hoedspruit, giving travellers a more affordable and direct route into the Kruger region. The service runs three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Flights leave Cape […]

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Emirates Brings Premium Economy To South Africa With Refreshed Boeing 777

South African travellers now have a new way to fly long-haul. Emirates Airlines has officially launched its premium economy product in South Africa, making its debut on a refurbished Boeing 777 that will serve both Johannesburg and Cape Town routes. A Milestone For Emirates In Africa The unveiling of the cabin was marked with guided […]

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South Africans Hold Their Breath As Bafana Chase 2026 World Cup Spot

As the clock ticks toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup, South African soccer fans are watching and waiting. The excitement is undeniable, but for now, most are holding back on booking flights and packages until they know whether Bafana Bafana will be part of the showpiece event. A Global Stage Awaits The 2026 World Cup, […]

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Explore South Africa’s ancient hiking trails this Heritage Month

Hiking in South Africa offers more than just spectacular vistas—it’s a journey through time. Across the country, trails wind past ancient rock art, crumbling kingdoms, and sites that have shaped culture and history for centuries. Here’s your guide to four of South Africa’s heritage landscapes you can explore on foot. 1. Drakensberg The Drakensberg Mountains, […]

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