Category: South Africa
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
By Paul Johnson on Mar 13, 2008 in Accommodation, Africa, Egypt, Hotels, Mauritius, Morocco, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Tanzania
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
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
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
By Paul Johnson on Jan 14, 2008 in Africa, Argentina, Australia, California, Europe, Food and Drink, France, Italy, North America, Oceania, Portugal, Regions, South Africa, South America, Spain, Travel Miscellany, USA, Western Europe
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?
By Paul Johnson on Jan 09, 2008 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Antarctic, Argentina, Asia, Central America, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Egypt, Europe, India, Italy, Peru, Polar Regions, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Thailand, Western Europe, Worldwide
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
By Paul Johnson on Dec 08, 2007 in Accommodation, Africa, Honeymoons, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel
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
By Paul Johnson on Nov 13, 2007 in Accommodation, Africa, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Caribbean, Florida, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Regions, Resorts, Saint Kitts and Nevis, South Africa, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Turks and Caicos, USA, Worldwide
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
…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
By Paul Johnson on Oct 06, 2007 in Accommodation, Africa, Leisure Travel, Lesotho, Real Estate, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel
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
By Paul Johnson on Sep 02, 2007 in Accommodation, Africa, Events, Hotels, Regions, South Africa, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
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
…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
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
By Paul Johnson on May 10, 2007 in Accommodation, Africa, Europe, France, Going Out, Hawaii, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, South Africa, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, USA, Western Europe
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
By Paul Johnson on Apr 05, 2007 in Africa, Antarctic, Europe, North America, Polar Regions, Regions, South Africa, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide
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 
