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China Ready® Workshop Returns to WTM Africa 2027 as Chinese Tourism Opportunity Grows

Grace Mumo — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0000

The China Ready® Workshop returns to WTM Africa 2027 as Chinese Tourism opportunity grows offering African tourism stakeholders the opportunity to gain the practical knowledge and market intelligence needed to tap into one of the world’s largest outbound travel markets. Presented by Marcus Lee, CEO of China Travel Online and founder of the internationally recognised [...]

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Park Hyatt Johannesburg Marks Women’s Month With Moët & Chandon Brunch And Hendrick’s Gin High Tea

Grace Mumo — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

This August, Park Hyatt Johannesburg marks Women’s Month with With Moët & Chandon Brunch And Hendrick’s Gin High Tea. The luxury hotel sits in the heart of Rosebank, Johannesburg’s most cosmopolitan district, minutes from the Keyes Art Mile and the city’s leading galleries, and a short ride from Sandton on the Gautrain. Women’s Month traces [...]

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Luxury Wine Auction: Strauss & Co Presents Italy, Spain and Portugal Fine Wine Collection

Grace Mumo — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Featuring sought-after Barolo, Brunello di Montalcino, Rioja, Ribera del Duero and more. Strauss & Co are proud to offer an exquisite list of wines from three great wine-producing nations. The Luxury Wine Auction: Strauss & Co Presents Italy, Spain and Portugal Fine Wine Collection. The majority of the 233 lots going under the hammer are from [...]

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The Marine Reopens Its Doors, Revealing A Refined New Chapter Of Coastal Elegance

Grace Mumo — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0000

The Marine in Hermanus, one of South Africa’s most iconic seaside hotels, has reopened following the refurbishment of its ground-floor public areas, ushering in a renewed era of understated luxury while honouring the rich heritage that has defined the property for more than 120 years. The extensive refresh encompasses the hotel’s reception area, cocktail bar, Pavilion [...]

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Introducing The Huntsman Bangle: An Extraordinary New Patrick Mavros Design

Grace Mumo — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Inspired by an unexpected encounter in Zimbabwe, Patrick Mavros‘ newest sterling silver creation transforms a remarkable story into a future heirloom, one rich in character, craftsmanship and meaning… What does it take to inspire an entirely new creation from one of Africa’s most celebrated luxury houses? Sometimes, just one unforgettable character… In this case, Huntsman [...]

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Blacklane And Global Hotel Alliance Partner To Elevate Luxury Travel

Grace Mumo — Fri, 08 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000

In a strategic move to enhance luxury travel and lifestyle experiences,Blacklane, the global chauffeur service, and Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, have announced a partnership to offer benefits for travelers worldwide. Designed to elevate the way guests move and stay around the world, the collaboration brings together leaders in luxury [...]

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Africa’s Top 15 China Ready Destinations Revealed at WTM Africa 2026 as Tourism Leaders Unlock China’s Outbound Travel Market Opportunity.

Grace Mumo — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000

African tourism destinations have been ranked on their readiness to attract Chinese visitors. The China Ready Index® – a global benchmarking system by CBISN that scores destinations across six key pillars – released its 2026 African rankings at World Travel Market Africa in Cape Town this week, with Egypt securing top spot ahead of Morocco [...]

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Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Redefine Luxury at the Exclusive Club 1959 Launch in Johannesburg

Grace Mumo — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000

In a night that defined sophistication and style, Glenfiddich, the world’s most awarded single malt Scotch whisky, together with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team, hosted an exclusive celebration of craftsmanship and innovation at Club 1959, marking the launch of the new Glenfiddich 16 Year Old in South Africa. Held at Daytona, Africa’s premier [...]

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“East African Art in Focus: Strauss & Co and Art Auction East Africa Forge Powerful Partnership to Grow Regional Art Market”

Grace Mumo — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Strauss & Co, Africa’s leading auction house, and Danda Jaroljmek, Director of Art Auction East Africa, are pleased to announce details of Art Auction East Africa | Strauss & Co, a new two-part auction of rare and important art from East Africa and beyond. The main event is a 65-lot live-virtual sale of modern and [...]

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Moët & Chandon Brings Three Centuries of Celebration to Johannesburg’s Luxurious Marble Circus

Grace Mumo — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Johannesburg, South Africa – Moët & Chandon, the champagne synonymous with celebration since 1743, brought its timeless allure and savoir-fête to The Luxurious Marble Circus. A striking fusion of fashion, gastronomy, and performance drew the city’s tastemakers into a world of theatrical indulgence – at the heart of which was Moët & Chandon’s Summer Terrace. [...]

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Brookdale Estate Named Among the Top 10 Hotels in the Cape Winelands by Condé Nast Traveller

Grace Mumo — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Brookdale Estate has been named one of the 10 Best Hotels in the Cape Winelands by Condé Nast Traveller. Featured in the prestigious international publication’s recent round-up of standout destinations in the region, Brookdale is recognised for its refined hospitality, distinctive setting, and exceptional culinary and wine experiences. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Klein Drakenstein mountains, [...]

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Glenfiddich Unveils its Limited Edition 16-Year-Old Whisky in Celebration of Aston Martin Formula One® Partnership

Grace Mumo — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Glenfiddich, the World’s Most Awarded Single Malt Scotch Whisky, has launched a limited edition Glenfiddich 16-Year-Old Single Malt in honour of its multi-year global partnership with the Aston Martin Formula One® Team. Crafted from a meticulous marriage of American oak wine casks, new American barrels, and second-fill bourbon casks, the Glenfiddich 16-Year-Old reflects the spirit [...]

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Ardmore Marks 40 Years With The Elegant Hoopoe Hop Scarf Collection Honouring Early Artist Punch Shabalala

Grace Mumo — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Ardmore celebrates four decades of creativity with the launch of the Hoopoe Hop scarf collection, a tribute to Punch Shabalala—one of Ardmore’s first artists and a beloved studio member for 38 years. The collection draws on the hoopoe’s rich symbolism of healing, wisdom and guidance, reflecting Punch’s resilience in her fight with HIV AIDs, and [...]

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Podcast Episode 9: Driven to Prestige – The Future of Luxury Cars in Africa

Grace Mumo — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Luxury Media Africa proudly presents Episode 9 of the Africa Luxury Market Podcast — “Driven to Prestige.” In this special feature, we shift gears into Africa’s fast-growing luxury automotive sector. From the streets of Johannesburg and Nairobi to Lagos and Accra, luxury cars are more than just vehicles—they are statements of power, innovation, and prestige. [...]

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Breaking barriers: Women-led African serendipian luxury travel agency launches private jet charters with unmatched global prices

Grace Mumo — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Roxstar Luxury Travel, the award-winning luxury travel concierge founded in South Africa, is now offering exclusive access to private jet and helicopter charters, worldwide, at the most competitive prices on the global market. “This is an incredible achievement for the only serendipian, women-led travel agency in Africa, which prides itself on its ability to curate [...]

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