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Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel’s Afternoon Tea Experience Evolves With A Sensory New Menu, Guided By Tea Sommelier Craig Cupido

A revered ritual since 1989, Afternoon Tea at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town continues to enchant guests with its unparalleled selection—it’s renowned worldwide as one of the most exceptional tea experiences and is nothing short of legendary. Continuously finding new ways to surprise and delight, the experience is elevated further this season with […]

Silversea Cruises Wins Two Top Honours at Cruise News Awards

Ultra-luxury cruise line Silversea Cruises has been honoured with two prestigious accolades at the Cruise News Awards, held in Melilla. The line was awarded “Best Ultra-Luxury Cruise Line” and “Best Expedition Cruise Line,” reinforcing its reputation as a leader in both classic luxury cruising and adventurous expedition voyages. The Cruise News Awards celebrate excellence in […]

Lalibela Wildlife Reserve’s Bold ‘Ecosystem Reset’ Takes Root

In a corner of South Africa’s Eastern Cape, something extraordinary is unfolding. Lalibela Wildlife Reserve, known for its conservation-first approach, is expanding its protected wilderness through a carefully orchestrated series of land acquisitions and rehabilitation projects that will reshape both the landscape and the future of wildlife conservation in the region. The expansion is a […]

Tribute Portfolio Marks Its Debut in Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit with the Opening of Turaco Ngorongoro Valley, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

  Tanzania, Tribute Portfolio – part of Marriott Bonvoy’s (www.Marriott.com) growing collection of characterful, independent hotels – welcomes its first safari lodge with the launch of Turaco Ngorongoro Valley, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel in Karatu, Tanzania. Set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a protected territory in Tanzania’s Arusha region and a […]

Steenberg Farm Pioneers Augmented Reality Wine Harvesting Experience

  In a first for South Africa, Steenberg Farm in Cape Town’s Constantia Valley is harnessing the power of augmented reality to immerse guests in the wonder of the wine harvesting season. The annual harvesting of varietals like Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and the Cape’s finest reds is off-limits to the public, but now, thanks to […]

Join The Responsible Tourism Movement at WTM Africa 2025

  Africa Travel Week (ATW) invites tourism professionals to attend WTM Africa’s Responsible Tourism Conference, running 9-10 April at the Cape Town International Conference Centre (CTICC). “Sustainability is a guiding principle in how we plan and execute every detail of WTM Africa,”  says Carol Weaving, Managing Director of RX Africa. “We’re rethinking the way trade shows […]

WTM Africa’s Africa Tourism Investment Conference In Cape Town This April Set To Drive Major Continental Growth

  The Africa Tourism Investment Conference (ATIC), a cornerstone event of World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2025, will welcome industry leaders and investors to Cape Town on 10 April 2025. The conference, held in partnership with JLL, aims to catalyse tourism investment across Africa and encourage sustainable economic growth through cross-border collaboration. Taking place at […]

Meet the Eastern Cape Animals That Form Lifelong Pair Bonds

  February is the month of love, and if you look closely, you’ll see that love can be everlasting in the animal kingdom. From devoted blue crane pairs to family-oriented jackals and fiercely protective elephant shrews, you can experience the wonder of creatures that mate for life at Lalibela Wildlife Reserve. In Lalibela’s grasslands, you’ll […]

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 […]

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel Unveils New Al Fresco Dining Destinations Namely:- The Fountain By Planet Bar And Saturday Braai.

  A joyful home nestled in the heart of Cape Town, Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, is rewriting the rules of slow luxury hospitality, adapting with the spirit of the times. Today, at 125 years old, The Nellie remains young at heart, blending its storied heritage with fresh, contemporary experiences. This summer, the hotel invites […]

Spier’s Love Of The Land Made Visible

  Stellenbosch, South Africa – At Spier, everything starts with the soil. Regeneration is the golden thread that runs through all farm life, from vineyard practices to indigenous propagation and re-planting programmes. Everywhere on the farm, the passion for life from the ground up is almost tangible. Now the new Soil Room adjoining Spier’s Cowshed […]

Valentine’s Offer’ For A Romantic Weekend In The Bush

  When love is in the air, there is no better way to celebrate than a romantic Valentine’s bush break with your loved one. Tintswalo Safari in the greater Kruger region is offering a special Valentine’s weekend at 25% discount, valid for stays between Friday the 14th and Monday the 17th of February. The offer […]

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 […]

Reservoir And Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town, Collaborate For “Against The Bias: Unravelling Material Codes”

  Revered for its rich cultural heritage and celebration of artistic voices, Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town welcomes a new curation by RESERVOIR to its iconic walls. As it continues to shine a spotlight on local arts, “Against the Bias: Unravelling Material Codes” will decorate the halls of this palm-fringed sanctuary with pieces […]

Tintswalo Siankaba Excels In 2024 Zambia Tourism Excellence Awards

  Tintswalo Siankaba excelled in The Zambia Tourism Agency (ZTA)’s 2024 Tourism Excellence Awards that were announced recently, where it was crowned the Best Lodge in Zambia. Based on votes by the general public across 22 categories, the Awards recognize and celebrate the work, dedication, and creativity of individuals, businesses and organizations within the tourism […]