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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 […]

A New Season With Sindiso Khumalo and Merchants On Long

  A Journey Through Heritage, Craft, and Fashion for Spring-Summer Amid the tall white-plastered facades on Long Street, Cape Town, lies a picture-perfect piece of history—a heritage building that houses an eclectic fusion of Africa’s finest fashion and craft. Merchants on Long, South Africa’s renowned concept store for African design, is stepping into the new […]

Inclusive and Warm, a Luxury Lifestyle Redefined

  Steenberg Hotel & Spa in Cape Town’s majestic Constantia Valley has released its packages for the 2024 spring-summer season – and the experiences are every bit as unique as the estate itself. In a thrilling first for five-star Steenberg Farm, a scenic helicopter flight over the V&A Waterfront, Greenpoint, Sea Point, Camps Bay, Noordhoek, […]

Africa’s Leading Lights In Fashion: Confections X Collections At Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel

  As Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, celebrates 125 years of slow luxury travel, its 2024 calendar brims with a vibrant curation of events spanning contemporary culture. Among the most eagerly awaited is the third edition of CONFECTIONS x COLLECTIONS (CxC), curated by Twyg. Taking place from 5–9 November, this sartorial showcase brings together some […]

Glenfiddich Launches an Unforgettable Fine Dining and Bar Experience for Three Nights Only

  This November, whisky aficionados and food enthusiasts are invited to indulge in an unparalleled fine dining experience in Westcliff, Johannesburg as Glenfiddich introduces its limited-edition Grand Château 31-Year-Old single malt Scotch whisky to South Africa. Taking place at the prestigious five-star venue, The Four Seasons Hotel at The Westcliff, the three-day immersive experience promises […]

Perfect Sailing Conditions in Thailand

  15 knots of wind every day, amazing scenery, and kind locals are a few of the treats in store for South Africans looking for sailing adventures in an exotic destination – and it won’t break your bank either. For an easily ticked off bucket-list experience, the crystal-clear waters of Phuket in Thailand beckon.  For […]

Screen Dream’ Talent Search 2024: Nando’s Hyd Reveals the Top 5 Emerging Talents

  The search for the country’s hottest screen designs is nearing completion as Nando’s HYD announces its top five finalists for 2024. Kirsty Moolman, Tanisha Neill, Simphiwe Mlambo, Mpumelelo Nyuswa and Walter Train will now participate in an intensive ‘Laboratory of Learning’ before one stand-out candidate is selected to receive ongoing mentorship and business coaching. […]

From Darkness To Light: A Journey Of Hope And Renewal

  Experience the contrasts of Cape Town through Sandile Ashar Mhlongo’s evocative acrylic paintings. Lights in Darkness, Darkness in Light is exhibited by House Union Block (HUB) at the Cape Heritage Hotel’s Sisonke Gallery until  27 October 2024. HUB is a nonprofit organisation connecting South African artists to commercial opportunities under the umbrella of Spier […]

The State Of The Business Woman In South Africa

  As part of Veuve Clicquot’s ongoing commitment to supporting and celebrating women in business, the Maison has created the Bold International Barometer in 2019 to shed light on and provide meaningful insights into the evolution of female entrepreneurship. Now in its 3rd year, the Barometer continues to lead the conversation around women and their presence […]

Simbambili Game Lodge in Sabi Sands Nature Reserve undergoes refurbishment

  Thornybush is proud to announce the comprehensive refurbishment of Simbambili Game Lodge, an iconic destination within the renowned Sabi Sands Nature Reserve. This refurbishment aims preserves the lodge’s storied history while enhancing its status as a premier destination for luxury safari experiences. As pioneers in the safari industry, Thornybush remains committed to preserving the […]

Discover the power of colour in a lively collaboration between interior experts and Plascon at Decorex Joburg

One of the hottest collaborations at Decorex Joburg, top local interior designers are partnering with Plascon to demonstrate how colour can make or break a space. Gauteng-based designers GLE Interiors, Living Inspired Interiors and Ndibali Interior Designs are bringing fresh creative energy to the show with their Plascon Colour Design Pods. Taking to the Decor […]

Making History With AXOR x Starck

Why has design become so important for how we furnish our lives and organise our everyday lives? And why has design played a key role in the development of the sanitary industry in recent decades? For design to shape our perception and influence our everyday culture, it must find the right expression for a need, […]

Taking the Business of Luxury in Africa to the Next Level

  As we stand at the threshold of a brand-new year, we raise our glasses to the promise of endless possibilities and the excitement that comes with embracing new horizons. Here’s to an amazing 2024 that will see us collectively take the Business Of Luxury In Africa to unprecedented heights! Reflecting on the past year’s […]

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