Category: South Africa

Marvel at the Addo Elephants from River Bend Lodge

Marvel at the Addo Elephants from River Bend Lodge

River Bend Lodge, an escape from the madding crowds of the city, will revitalise your soul and spirit, whilst you discover the natural beauty of the surroundings. Flanked by the Zuurberg Mountains and within the 17,000 ha of the Addo Elephant park, this is Africa at its best.   Only 45 minutes from Port Elizabeth,
Madikwe River Lodge, North West Province

Madikwe River Lodge, North West Province

Madikwe River Lodge is positioned on the banks of the Groot Marico River, bordering Botswana. The luxurious Madikwe River Lodge offers guests the chance to enjoy the sights and sounds of Africa, in sixteen split-level suites and an outdoor dining boma.   Your safari experiences takes you to the untamed wilderness of the Kalahari Thonveld,

Top 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Africa, according to Tripadvisor

La Villa des Orangers – Marrakech, Morocco Four Seasons Resort Sharm El-Sheikh Egypt – Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt Table Bay Hotel Cape Town – Cape Town, South Africa Belle Mare Plage Hotel – Belle Mare, Mauritius Ngorongoro Crater Lodge – Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania Le Touessrok – Trou d’eau Douce, Mauritius Cape Grace – Cape Town,
Kruger Camps according to the The Daily Telegraph

Kruger Camps according to the The Daily Telegraph

Providing 7,500 square miles of wilderness and reachable within 45 minutes of flying time from Johannesburg, Kruger is one of the world’s best-known game reserves. To help safari-seekers and well-heeled guests pick the very best of the five-star lodges out there, The Daily Telegraph has listed their top five: Singita Lebombo – style and design
Transformation of Phinda Mountain Lodge

Transformation of Phinda Mountain Lodge

The grand old lady of CC Africa is looking beautiful – R20 million has been invested into a dramatic rebuild and refurbishment of Phinda Mountain Lodge in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal which will boast 25 gorgeous new suites (18 of which are already open to guests), as well as magically transformed guest areas.
2008 Best of Wine Tourism award winners

2008 Best of Wine Tourism award winners

The 2008 Best of Wine Tourism award winners are: Bilbao-Rioja (Architecture, Parks & Gardens) Marques de Riscal Bordeaux (Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences) Planète Bordeaux Cape Town (Arts & Culture) Vergelegen Florence (Accommodation) Castello di Meleto Mendoza (Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences) Familia Zuccardi Melbourne (Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences) Victorian Alps Winery Porto (Art & Culture) The
The most popular destinations for adventure travellers?

The most popular destinations for adventure travellers?

iExplore, named the Best Adventure Travel Website by Forbes Magazine and Travel + Leisure, has announced a list of top 10 world travel destinations as determined by purchases made by adventure and experiential travellers.   Egypt retains its number one spot, but South Africa jumps to the number 2 spot (from 19th position the year
Pezula Castle on Noetzie Beach, Knysna, South Africa

Pezula Castle on Noetzie Beach, Knysna, South Africa

The award-winning Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa has opened its newest, ultra-luxury accommodation – Pezula Castle on Noetzie Beach, Knysna. Situated on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, the castle is built into the rugged cliff-face of the Garden Route coastline with its ancient milkwood forests and offers panoramic views of the
Find some winter sun with these wallet-friendly luxury beach vacations

Find some winter sun with these wallet-friendly luxury beach vacations

In an article published today, Forbes gives the nod to South Africa, Mexico and a number of other destinations, saying they offer affordable opportunities to get some winter sun.   In true Forbes online style, they provide us with a list: Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort, Puerto Peñasco, Mexico One-bedroom suites start at $265
Recipe of the week: Roasted, Marinated Lamb Rump

Recipe of the week: Roasted, Marinated Lamb Rump

…with minted parsnips  and lemon/chervil vegetables. Ingredients: • Lamb rump • Garlic • Olive oil • Rosemary Vegetables: • Sugar snaps • Baby corn, blanched in turmeric • Chinese sliced red onion • Chopped chervil • Lemon juice • Parsnips • Butter • Mint jelly   • Fresh mint   • Lamb Jus • Parsnip
The Clarens Golf and Trout Estate

The Clarens Golf and Trout Estate

Those who know Clarens will understand immediately, those that don’t will be truly inspired by its magic.   Just a few hours from Gauteng and worlds apart – The Clarens Golf and Trout Estate.   And now there’s a rare opportunity to invest in the ultimate lifestyle choice, to own a piece of the golden
Luxury travel links of the week

Luxury travel links of the week

A weekly pick of luxury travel links for your perusal… Fresh flavours from The Connoisseur Club Boutique travel services courtesy of L-In Style Relax at Joburg’s  Saxon Boutique Hotel & Spa Luxury events brought to us by Luxe Calendar
Recipe of the week: Terrine of Duck Foie Gras

Recipe of the week: Terrine of Duck Foie Gras

…with white grapes and muscadel reduction. Ingredients: • Milk • Bay leaves • Thyme Sprigs • Peppercorns • 4 A grade Foie Lobes • Pressing • 1 ½ caps Brandy • 30ml Port • Curing salt • 3 teaspoons Salt • 1 teaspoon castor Sugar • 2 pinches of Nutmeg • 1  flat teaspoon Salt
The latest stunning addition from CC Africa

The latest stunning addition from CC Africa

CC Africa‘s newest exclusive-use safari villa, Melton Manor, is now open. Located within the Relais & Châteaux Big Five Kwandwe Private Game Reserve in the heart of South Africa’s malaria-free Eastern Cape, Melton Manor offers the perfect safari destination for families or groups of up to eight people celebrating a special occasion. It has 4
2007/2008 Zagat Survey: World's Top Hotels, Resorts and Spas

2007/2008 Zagat Survey: World's Top Hotels, Resorts and Spas

Zagat Survey‘s 2007/2008 World’s Top Hotels, Resorts and Spas  has just been announced.   It’s based on the views of over 20,000 travellers and 1,600 travel professionals. The Top Large Hotel  goes to Four Seasons George V Paris, whilst Kruger’s Singita picks up Top Small Hotel. Top Resort and Top Spa  goes to Four Seasons
Get ready to bid on your ultimate dream vacation with Going Once

Get ready to bid on your ultimate dream vacation with Going Once

American Express  is offering  more than 25 amazing travel packages, including a luxury RV trip across America, an adventure in  Antarctica and a South African safari.   Travellers daydreaming about their next luxurious  getaway need  look no further. From 17th to 27th April 2007, US and UK American Express card holders will have the opportunity