Category: South Africa

Africa's world beater: The Saxon Boutique Hotel

Africa’s world beater: The Saxon Boutique Hotel

By on Sep 20, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel

An anticipant crowd of tourism representatives from across Africa gathered in Egypt Hall, Sharm El Sheikh on Friday 16th September 2011 to attend the Africa and Indian Ocean heat of the World Travel Awards grand tour. Government ministers, tourism board officials and CEOs of a number of leading travel brands attended the event which celebrates […]

The top 10 honeymoon destinations for couples in a muddle

The top 10 honeymoon destinations for couples in a muddle

By on Sep 03, 2011 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Barbados, Caribbean, Cyprus, Europe, Honeymoons, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Oceania, Regions, Saint Lucia, Seychelles, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Western Europe, Worldwide

Choosing where to go on honeymoon for many seems an enviable task but the reality can be really rather more taxing. With so many options available to the modern couple the novelty of being spoilt for choice can become quite bewildering. With this in mind I have taken a closer look at the top 10 […]

A new Battle at Kruger: Battle at Idube

By on Aug 10, 2011 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

Many of you will no doubt have seen the famous ‘Battle at Kruger’ footage on YouTube. If you haven’t, you can watch it below. Now there’s another doing the rounds that’s been dubbed as ‘Battle at Idube’.  It’s a similarly chaotic scene, shot from near the Marube Dam at the Idube Private Game Reserve (a […]

Have a whale of a time on a Cape Town whale watching tour

Have a whale of a time on a Cape Town whale watching tour

By on Aug 07, 2011 in Africa, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

For nature-lovers or adventure enthusiasts, trying a Cape Town whale watching tour offers the unforgettable experience of seeing majestic Southern right whales up close and personal. Whale season in the Cape is during the months of August to early November. During this time, many whales come into the bays and coastal areas to breed and […]

Interview with Helen Howitt, Co-Founder of Sheepskin

Interview with Helen Howitt, Co-Founder of Sheepskin

By on Aug 02, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Attractions, Celebrities, Chile, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Interviews, Morocco, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, South America, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Helen Howitt is co-founder, with her partner Adam, of Sheepskin, a small collection of unique holiday properties located in inspiring landscapes throughout the UK. Prior to forming Sheepskin, they both worked in international product development. They left corporate life to pursue a love of travel and a passion for discovering beautiful and unusual places. Some […]

In profile: One&Only Luxury Resorts

In profile: One&Only Luxury Resorts

By on Jul 31, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Bahamas, Bars, Caribbean, Central America, Going Out, Mauritius, Mexico, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South Africa, United Arab Emirates, Worldwide

With a name like One&Only, you really can’t afford to have too many properties in your portfolio, and true to the name, this luxury hotel brand feature just seven luxury spa hotels worldwide. Dubai is the only place in the world to boast two One&Only resorts; the distinctive Royal Mirage featuring three separate accommodation wings […]

10 hidden gems for wining and dining

10 hidden gems for wining and dining

By on Jun 22, 2011 in Africa, Australia, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Italy, Lebanon, Malta, Mexico, Middle East, North America, Oceania, Portugal, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Tripadvisor has released its ’10 hidden gems for wining and dining’. Making the shortlist are the following: 1. Enoteca de Belem, Lisbon, Portugal 2. La Vineria Bollicine, Sorrento, Italy 3. Chez Marcel, Paris, France 4. Voyager Estate, Margaret River, Australia 5. The Wine Cellar, Willemstad, Curacao 6. Rust en Vrede, Stellenbosch, South Africa 7. La […]

Suite of the week: Private Granite Suites, Londolozi Game Reserve, South Africa

Suite of the week: Private Granite Suites, Londolozi Game Reserve, South Africa

By on Jun 13, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Suite of the Week

Suite name: Private Granite Suites Resort: Londolozi Game Reserve, South Africa Size of accommodation: 915 sq ft Cost per night: 9,950 ZAR What makes it special? In May, June and July breeding herds of elephants come down to the sand river – right in front of the camp – they spend a good part of […]

Discover a real life Gold Award-winning garden

Discover a real life Gold Award-winning garden

By on May 25, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Attractions, Barbados, Caribbean, Europe, Events, Going Out, Grenada, Malaysia, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe

This week London has been abuzz as green fingered enthusiasts and professional landscapers from all over the globe descend upon the capital to take part, celebrate and commemorate one of the world’s most famous horticultural events which for almost one hundred years has called on the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea its home. Over […]

Experience the sensual adventure of a luxury African safari

Experience the sensual adventure of a luxury African safari

By on May 15, 2011 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Regions, Rwanda, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Uganda

Are you tired of the predictable kind of getaway where each moment is a copy of somewhere else and truly forgettable? Are you aching for a “once in a lifetime” experience that stays with you for years? Then stop looking at brochures for Bermuda or some Greek isle, and consider something on the adventurous side […]

Interview with John Dixon, Chairman and Managing Director of Prestige Holidays

Interview with John Dixon, Chairman and Managing Director of Prestige Holidays

By on May 07, 2011 in Africa, Bermuda, Canada, Caribbean, Celebrities, Europe, Interviews, North America, Regions, South Africa, South America, Spain, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide

John Dixon is the co-founder, Chairman and Managing Director of independent tour operator Prestige Holidays and has worked in luxury travel for over 40 years. Prestige Holidays is celebrating its 22nd year in the luxury travel market and is  known for its quality holidays, excellent personal service and strong attention to detail. The company features four and […]

Google Street View coming to a hotel interior near you?

Google Street View coming to a hotel interior near you?

By on May 06, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Regions, South Africa, Travel Miscellany, Videos, Western Europe

Over the last four years, we’ve gradually become accustomed to the wonders of Google Street View and the insights it has given us.  You might already be familiar with the fact that Street View isn’t just limited to… well… streets. The same technology has also been used inside the football grounds that were used for […]

5 great luxury Cape Town ideas

5 great luxury Cape Town ideas

By on Mar 16, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Vacation Rentals

The 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup in Cape Town, South Africa, put the city firmly on the map for many travellers wanting to explore the Mother City, opening the gateway for luxury travel in particular. As one of the world’s premier travel destinations, it is no surprise that Cape Town is hailed as one of […]

4 of the world's most exclusive eco-resorts

4 of the world’s most exclusive eco-resorts

By on Mar 16, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Grenada, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

Increasingly today more and more emphasis is being weighed upon environmentally friendly travel. The tourist industry occupies a unique and decisive role within the global community, not only to enthral and excite but to educate and communicate. It is our task to express the need to embrace greener living habits as part of our every […]

Brilliant plants of the Kruger Park

Brilliant plants of the Kruger Park

By on Feb 07, 2011 in Africa, Regions, South Africa

While on a Kruger National Park tour recently, I was not only wowed by the abundance of wildlife but also by the vast untamed flora in the area. The sheer amount of plant and tree species is mind-blowing and it’s incredible to think about how people have used the plants, leaves, bark and flowers to […]

5 luxury destinations where you can catch that perfect sunset

5 luxury destinations where you can catch that perfect sunset

By on Feb 01, 2011 in Africa, Asia, Maldives, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Singapore, South Africa, Tanzania

Although certainly a rather contentious subject, it is undoubted that everyone can appreciate the matchless beauty and colour of an unspoiled sunset. Similarly we all have our own favourite spots from which to warmly embrace the majesty of Earth’s astral ballet with the sun; sunsets are personal things, so whether it is from your kitchen […]