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Botswana's top 5 romantic retreats for 2018

Botswana's top 5 romantic retreats for 2018

By on Dec 25, 2017 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel
There’s no doubt that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are the couple of the moment. The wedding planning is well underway, and the world’s media can’t get enough of it. But there’s something else about the golden couple that has peaked the public’s interest — their penchant for Botswana. Harry’s first visit came only two
Top 5 luxury hotels in the Zanzibar archipelago

Top 5 luxury hotels in the Zanzibar archipelago

By on Aug 27, 2017 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Tanzania
Forget Mauritius, in recent years it’s Zanzibar and its surrounding islands that have emerged as the go-to location for luxury travellers looking to kick back by the Indian Ocean. But searching online for the perfect hotel can be overwhelming at first. The area isn’t short of hotels by any means. From backpacker lodges to the
Top 5 most luxurious bars in Johannesburg

Top 5 most luxurious bars in Johannesburg

By on Mar 25, 2017 in Africa, Bars, Going Out, Regions, South Africa
When the clock strikes 5 pm where do the trendiest of Joburgers head for their post-work drink fix? There’s certainly no shortage of watering hole options in this city, but there are a select few bars which offer a space to unwind in real style. Read on to discover the best of the best luxury
Top 5 brunch spots in Johannesburg

Top 5 brunch spots in Johannesburg

By on Jan 10, 2017 in Africa, Featured, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Travel Miscellany
The brunch business is booming in Johannesburg. Hipsters and foodies are taking over, and the bar for brunch has been set high. Whether you’re stopping in Joburg for a short while before connecting on to elsewhere, or spending your whole time here, take look at the following list to see where’s hot for brunch in