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Paris Calling: Strauss & Co’s Five-sale Cape Town Auction Week Celebrates French Influence on South African Art

For generations of South African artists and collectors, Paris has exerted a magnetic influence, defining artistic aspiration and shaping connoisseurship. Strauss & Co’s Cape Town Auction Week (31 March – 2 April 2025) showcases the extent of this influence in the catalogues for its five specialist sales of collectable modern and contemporary art, furniture, silverware, […]

DURBANVILLE BICENTENNIAL HERALDS BRIGHT FUTURE FOR CAPE TOWN’S NORTHERN VINEYARDS

Cape Town’s northern vineyards in the Durbanville Wine Valley are rolling out the red carpet in celebration of the official 200th anniversary of Durbanville town. Wine lovers are going to be in their element with a specially curated tasting experience on Thursday, April 10, and Friday, April 11. This exclusive, once-off event showcases the finest […]

WTM Africa Reschedules China Ready® Workshop to 2026

  World Travel Market (WTM) Africa, in partnership with CBISN, today announced the strategic enhancement of its China Ready® Workshop. The workshop will be rescheduled for April 2026 and transformed into a more accessible Continuing Professional Education (CPE) format. The decision comes in direct response to industry feedback, with many exhibitors and tourism professionals expressing […]

Entries for the 2025 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award Open in South Africa

  A new era of bold leadership is here. The Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award returns for its fourth year in South Africa, shining a light once again on the visionaries, trailblazers, and risk-takers who are redefining industries. For over five decades, the Bold Woman Award has championed exceptional women in business, celebrating leaders who […]

Staycations’ A Growing Trend Among South African Travellers

  Between economic upturns and a growing appreciation for the tourism gems available closer to home, staycations aka opting for local travel instead of venturing abroad, have become popular for travellers across the Southern African region. “Embarking on a getaway just a few hours away is not just convenient and relatively more affordable than going […]

Celebrate Valentine’s At Vergenoegd Löw In Stellenbosch

  This February, Vergenoegd Löw invites couples to celebrate love in a setting steeped in history, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views, beautiful indigenous gardens, and sustainable farming practices that connect guests to the land in a unique way. Valentine’s Day at the Homestead Wine Lounge On 14 February, the Homestead Wine Lounge in Vergenoegd Löw’s […]

Africa’s Premium Luxury Travel Show – ILTM Africa 2025!

  Step into Africa’s Premium Luxury Travel Show, where the continent’s most extraordinary travel providers meet with global industry leaders to shape the future of luxury tourism. From the breathtaking landscapes of Africa to world-class accommodations and exclusive experiences. ILTM Africa is the ultimate gateway to unlocking unparalleled opportunities in the luxury travel market. Mark […]

Register Now for the 2025 Responsible Tourism Awards

  Calling all changemakers! Africa Travel Week (ATW) is urging responsible tourism businesses to enter the WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards. The deadline for submissions is 19 March 2025. Megan De Jager, Portfolio Director for RX Africa says: “These annual awards celebrate exceptional efforts driving tourism as a force for good,”  “They’re our way of […]

Kickstart Your 2025 with the Launch of Gloot’s Flat Tummy Tea:

  As the new year begins, it’s the perfect time to embrace fresh wellness goals and a healthier, more confident you. Gloot, the proudly South African wellness brand dedicated to women, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest addition to the Flat Tummy collection: Flat Tummy Tea. This 100% herbal tea is thoughtfully […]

Nile Crocodile Leather

  Nile crocodile leather is widely regarded as one of the most luxurious materials in the world, prized for its distinctive texture, rarity, and exceptional durability. Found primarily in Africa, Nile crocodiles produce some of the finest quality skins, characterized by uniform, symmetrical scale patterns that are sought after by high-end fashion and accessory brands […]

Remax 24 Mauritius, Your Premier Choice for Luxury Real Estate in Paradise

When it comes to finding the ultimate slice of paradise, RE/MAX 24 Mauritius has set the gold standard. Honored with a 2024 Luxury Lifestyle Awards for Best Luxury Real Estate Brokerage in Mauritius, this dynamic company is a gateway to island living at its finest. Soaring to Stellar Heights Established in 2018, RE/MAX 24 Mauritius […]

Lolita’s Side Chick Opens At Rockets Menlyn

  Rockets Menlyn is thrilled to announce the official launch of Lolita’s Side Chick, a new addition to the Rockets family, located at Menlyn, Time Square Casino, Menlyn. After a soft opening, this premium after-hours club has been reimagined under the Rockets brand, promising a luxurious nightlife experience that extends the Rockets magic long after the […]

Nederburg Wins Inspired By Lessons Of Günter Brözel

  The inspiration behind Nederburg’s cache of double golds earned at the 2024 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards can be found in the legacy of Günter Brözel (90), newly crowned Winemaking Legend in Tim Atkin MW’s 2024 South Africa Wine report. Commenting on Nederburg’s performance at Michelangelo that delivered four double gold and three […]

Lufthansa Introduces New Seat Cabins to Cape Town as First Destination in Africa

  New cabin design is creating a more sophisticated and more individual travel experience Strong signal for tourism development and economic growth   Lufthansa officially introduced its state-of-the-art Allegris seat cabins on flights to Cape Town, marking a significant milestone in an individual and premium travel experience for South Africa. This new product offering positions […]

How Green Is The Sea

  Leading yacht charter company, Sunsail’s commitment to sustainability has been recognised through prestigious awards, including first place in the Exhibitor Environmental Innovation Awards at the Southampton Boat Show. Sunsail was also named as being ‘One to Watch’ at WTM South Africa and were featured in Wanderlust’s Travel Green List for 2024, reflecting the company’s […]