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Airtight design is creating a new moisture risk in modern buildings

Grace Mumo — Thu, 07 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Modern buildings are becoming more energy efficient and increasingly airtight. While this reduces energy loss and improves climate control, it also removes one of the oldest forms of moisture management in buildings: natural airflow. In doing so, it is creating a less visible but increasingly important risk that many developments are not yet fully designed [...]

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From Cellar to Investment: Brice & Burnett Elevates Luxury Wine in Africa

Grace Mumo — Thu, 07 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000

In every mature luxury category, there is a point where choice becomes noise and expertise becomes the only true filter. In South Africa’s fine wine market, Brice & Burnett (formerly known as Wine Cellar) has built its reputation on that principle, pairing curation with a client-first service culture that reflects the standards recognized by Luxury Lifestyle Awards. From Cellar [...]

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Luxury Travel in Africa: Tintswalo Collection Invites Guests to Experience Cape Town This Winter

Grace Mumo — Tue, 05 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The Tintswalo Collection is inviting locals to embrace the magic of the new season with the launch of its exclusive Winter Specials, available at each of its three unique seaside hotels in Cape Town until 31 August 2026. Whether it’s a romantic bucket-list stay at Tintswalo Atlantic, a memorable family getaway at Tintswalo Boulders, or a special [...]

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This MOTHER’S DAY, Give HER the ONE Thing Money can actually BUY: Rest

Grace Mumo — Tue, 05 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Every year, the same ritual plays out. A card. Flowers, maybe. Lunch, if you’re organised. And while the sentiment is always genuine, something has shifted in how families are thinking about Mother’s Day, and what it should actually look like. So This MOTHER’S DAY, Give HER the ONE Thing Money can actually BUY: Rest The [...]

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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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Zimbali Lakes Clubhouse Now Open -A New Era of Golf, Lifestyle and Luxury Unveiled on the North Coast

Grace Mumo — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The Zimbali Lakes Clubhouse now open, A new era of golf, lifestyle and luxury unveiled on the North Coast, to both residents and the public. Following a series of boutique gatherings throughout April — from an intimate residents’ dinner to exclusive media and influencer experiences — the journey culminated in a grand opening celebration on [...]

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Amura by Ángel León & Wolfgat Unite for Exclusive Four-Hands Dinner at Mount Nelson Cape Town

Grace Mumo — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000

This April, Amura by Ángel León at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town welcomes acclaimed South African chef Kobus van der Merwe of Wolfgat for a rare four-hands collaboration shaped by a shared reverence for the ocean and the landscapes that define it. Taking place on 26 and 27 April 2026, the limited-seat experience [...]

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Five Years Of Perfection: Durbanville Unveils Latest Colab Sauvignon Blanc

Grace Mumo — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The highly anticipated 2026 Durbanville Sauvignon Blanc – the signature collaborative vintage from Cape Town’s premier Northern vineyards – has officially been signed off for release. Its first, much-anticipated public unveiling takes place at the region’s Sauvignon Soirée, on Friday, May 8. Durbanville Wine Valley celebrates Five Years Of Perfection: Durbanville Unveils Latest Colab Sauvignon [...]

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From Historic Landmark to Luxury Icon: Tintswalo Summer House Launches in Glencairn

Grace Mumo — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000

The Tintswalo Collection has opened Tintswalo Summer House in the seaside village of Glencairn. This exciting new boutique hotel joins sister properties in Cape Town, Tintswalo Atlantic and Tintswalo Boulders, to mark another milestone in Tintswalo’s ongoing commitment to distinctive, warm and character-rich hospitality. Following meticulous renovation and design, the historical hotel has been reimagined as a luxurious [...]

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Mother’s Day High Tea in Constantia: Musgrave Gin, Fine Dining & Floral Luxury Experience

Grace Mumo — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000

This Mother’s Day, Musgrave Gin and uBlom invite you to an extraordinary high tea, curated by none other than Elsa van der Nest, the award-winning chef who has cooked for Madiba, Queen Elizabeth II, and the world’s most celebrated Michelin-starred kitchens, now bringing her global mastery to a breathtaking table in the heart of leafy [...]

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The Cellars-Hohenort Hohenort Haven Cape Town Luxury Hotel Offer

Grace Mumo — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

As cooler weather settles over the Cape The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel & Spa invites guests to retreat into the tranquil beauty of the Constantia Valley with the Cellars-Hohenort Hohenort Haven Cape Town Luxury Hotel Offer Set amidst nine acres of award-winning gardens, it offers a peaceful sanctuary in one of South Africa’s most picturesque and historic wine regions. [...]

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ATW Media Awards 2026 Highlights Excellence in African Tourism Storytelling

Grace Mumo — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Africa Travel Week (ATW) has announced the winners of its 2026 Media Awards, honouring the journalists, photographers and content creators bringing Africa’s travel and tourism. ATW Media Awards 2026 Highlights Excellence in African Tourism Storytelling Now in its third year, the ATW Media Awards received a record number of entries – over 170 across five categories: Sustainability Feature [...]

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Amura By Ángel León At Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town Announces An Exclusive Four-Hands Dinner With Kobus Van Der Merwe Of Wolfgat

Grace Mumo — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

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Groot Constantia, South Africa’s National Treasure Leading Luxury Wine Experiences in Africa

Grace Mumo — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Groot Constantia showcased its new short film, “Rooted. Preserved. Shared.” The film is a tribute to the people, practices and purpose that preserve South Africa’s oldest wine-producing farm for the future. Groot Constantia, South Africa’s National Treasure Leading Luxury Wine Experiences in Africa “The screening marked more than the release of a short film; it [...]

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From South Africa to the World: The Power of the Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award

Grace Mumo — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000

The belief in progress and shaping the future through innovation and ambition remains central to the legacy of Madame Clicquot – a philosophy that continues to define the spirit of Veuve Clicquot today. In 1972, the Maison established the Bold Woman Award in her honour, celebrating the 27-year-old widow who, in 1805, defied convention to [...]

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