AIRLINK LAUNCHES DIRECT FLIGHTS BETWEEN CAPE TOWN AND VICTORIA FALLS
Airlink will launch direct flights between Cape Town and Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, offering a daily service, except on Saturdays. The flight departs from Cape Town International at 08h30 arriving at Victoria Falls International at 11h15. The early arrival in Victoria Falls allows travellers the oppo
NATURAL SELECTION IS SHAKING UP THE SAFARI EXPERIENCE
The safari industry is in for a shake up in 2017 with the launch of Natural Selection, a collection of owner-operated camps, who have joined together with the common aim of offering unique safari experiences while being an important part of the conservation solution for Africa’s wildlife. Founded
TRY: ATHOLPLACE HOTEL & VILLA
Situated in Atholl, one of the most beautiful parts of Johannesburg and only a short distance from the commercial centre of Sandton, AtholPlace Hotel is the best spot to be. Guests are invited to enjoy everything from nine stylish and spacious suites to the comfortably furnished library with romanti
BOSJES TO OPEN MID-MARCH 2017
It is not inconceivable to believe, when surrounded by nature in all her glory, that God (whoever or however you believe God to be) would have created it for our pleasure. How fitting then, that a family, acknowledging the natural beauty around them, would, in turn, set about creating something beau
LA PARADA DEL MAR BRINGS SPANISH FLAIR TO CAMPS BAY’S SUNSET STRIP
With the original restaurant in the fast-growing Harbour House Group set overlooking the waters of False Bay, it’s fitting that the latest outpost of the Group’s hugely popular La Parada collection gazes out over the sparkling Atlantic Ocean. La Parada del Mar occupies a prime position on Camps
THE SILO HOTEL, A new skyline icon for Cape Town
The highly anticipated Silo Hotel on Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront is the latest addition to The Royal Portfolio and will open its doors to guests on 1 March 2017. The Silo Hotel occupies a very special location in the heart of Cape Town and has been built in the grain elevator portion of the his
ELLERMAN HOUSE WELCOMES NEW EXECUTIVE CHEF, GRANT DANIELS
At Ellerman House extraordinary attention to detail has always epitomised the dining experience, which is why the appointment of a new Executive Chef was a serious decision. The team is delighted to have awarded the position to Grant Daniels, who has the creativity, finesse, leadership and experienc
GONDWANA GAME RESERVE OPENS A BUSH SPA
In keeping with the growing traveller’s concerns with health and wellness, the 5-star Gondwana Game Reserve has opened a new bush spa. Guests can now indulge in a Wellness in the Wilderness break, combining a traditional safari experience with therapeutic African spa treatments. Picturesquely sit
19 BEAUTIFUL SUITES IN CAPE TOWN
While the Cape’s popularity can be attributed to a wealth of attractions, from the Winelands to the Mother City, one of its greatest drawcards is no doubt the Camps Bay region. One of the many individuals who has been captivated by this coastline’s dramatic contrast between ocean and mountain pe
SALA’S CAMP RELAUNCHES AFTER A COMPLETE TRANSFORMATION
Sala’s Camp, one of the most loved tented camps in the Mara re-opens this season after a major makeover. It is one of the first Mara properties to witness the annual wildebeest migration and no other camp in the area offers guests such superb access to the action from June-September, when over
EYE-CATCHING NEW LOOK FOR CAPE TOWN’S ICONIC GRAND AFRICA CAFÉ & BEACH
Since opening its doors on 12 December 2009, this much-loved Cape Town destination restaurant and nightspot has fast become the place in the city to dine, drink and be seen. In July 2016 the expanding Harbour House Group purchased a 70 percent stake in Grand Africa Café & Beach, closed the door
AN UNTOUCHED DESTINATION: MOZAMBIQUE BENGUERRA ISLAND
If you are looking for a new and untouched destination for this year’s holiday plans, do consider Mozambique’s Benguerra Island. Believe me, you’ll never regret. It is the second largest island in the Bazaruto Archipelago off the coast of Mozambique and there are only two resorts
A SCENIC VIEW OF THE WILDEBEEST MIGRATION
Wildebeest Savanna River Migration . A scenic view travels over a herd of wildebeest in Africa. The scene captures the powerful creatures running through the savannas of the region.
HOW A ROVER BECOMES AN ULTRA LUXURY SAFARI TENT
Bushtops Camps conceived, designed and created the ‘box with wheels’ format, introducing something genuinely innovative to African safaris, and indeed the world. Having been towed to its location, each Rover ‘folds out’ to present a fully-functional ultra-luxury tent, a king-size bed (or up
A HAPPY BABY ELEPHANT…
I love watching baby elephants running around happy, free and joyous. Do you?
