Category Archives: Travel

The Ocean Is Coming To Joburg This Weekend

Making a BIG SPLASH at The Rand Show 2025 Get ready to dive into an enchanting world of marine wonder as The Rand Show, South Africa’s most iconic consumer show, unveils its Ocean Wanders experience in Hall 8. This brand-new attraction was unveiled yesterday among much excitement. The experience is included in the price of the entry ticket and […]

17Th Century Slave-Born Anna De Koning Honoured By Groot Phesantekraal

Prominent Durbanville winery Groot Phesantekraal is commemorating one of the most intriguing, Cinderella-like personalities in South African history.  On 8 April, the Cape Town Heritage Foundation officially unveiled a Blue Plaque to pay tribute to Anna de Koning (sometimes written as de Koningh or de Coningh). The famous high-society beauty, who was born to a […]

WTM Africa Announces Winners of 2025 Responsible Tourism Awards

World Travel Market (WTM) Africa yesterday announced the winners of its prestigious 2025 Responsible Tourism Awards, recognising outstanding contributions to sustainable and responsible tourism practices across the continent. “Today, we’re here to celebrate Africa’s changemakers,” said Rachel Nxele, SATSA’s Vice Chairperson and Chair of Responsible Tourism, who presented the awards. “Among you are small businesses and […]

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 […]

WTM Africa 2025 Opens With A Record Participation From 96 Countries, Marking Largest Event In 11-year History

World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2025 officially opened today with unprecedented global participation, welcoming industry professionals from a record 96 countries under the theme “Ignite Africa”. The event signals strong recovery and growth in African tourism, with significant increases in both buyer and exhibitor numbers. In her opening address, Carol Weaving, Managing Director of RX […]

Decorex Africa announces its Designers of the Year 2025 as its State of the Industry Report reveals significant shifts in the design landscape

Decorex Africa, the continent’s foremost authority on decor, interior design and lifestyle, is proud to announce the selection of two exceptional talents as its Designers of the Year 2025, reflecting the exhibition’s strengthened pan-African vision. Egyptian sustainability innovators Reform Studio has been named Decorex Cape Town’s Designer of the Year, while globally renowned Nigerian-born architect […]

Celebrating Picture-Perfect Moments at Vergelegen

Vergelegen Wine Estate’s natural beauty inspires both professional and amateur photographers to capture its charm – and this year, the third edition of the popular Essence of Vergelegen photographic contest attracted over 500 entries. The winners were announced on Thursday 27 March, at a celebration attended by 25 finalists and their families. Their photographs were […]

Exploring Hotel Investments in South Africa’s Thriving Tourism Sector

Hotel investments have long been considered a solid way to diversify a portfolio while capitalizing on the booming tourism industry. South Africa, with its rich natural attractions and world-renowned destinations, offers prime opportunities for hotel investments. These investments provide not only financial growth but also a way to be part of one of the country’s […]

WTM Africa 2025 Introduces Theme-Based Mini-Conferences in Reimagined Content Programme

WTM Africa is excited to announce a dynamic new content format for its upcoming event in just over a week. The reimagined programme introduces a series of theme-based mini-conferences designed to tackle the tourism industry’s most pressing challenges when leaders gather in Cape Town from 9–11 April. This approach is unique because most tourism conferences […]

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 […]

60Th Fleur Du Cap Theatre Awards Announce Special Award Recipients For 2025

The panel of judges for the 60th Fleur du Cap Theatre Awards, sponsored by HEINEKEN Beverages, has announced the recipients of the 2025 special awards ahead of the highly anticipated ceremony at Cape Town Stadium on Sunday, 23 March. “South Africa is endowed with an abundance of talent, and what a pleasure it is to […]

Africa Tourism Investment Conference unveils powerhouse speaker line-up

The Africa Tourism Investment Conference – taking place on 10 April at WTM Africa at the CTICC Cape Town and bringing together some of the most influential figures in continental tourism investment – has announced its full speaker line-up. With significant investment directed toward new hotels, resorts, and infrastructure across Africa in 2025 this year’s […]

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 […]

Willowlamp’s Theatrical Ceiling Installation Shines at Cathédrale Restaurant in Las Vegas

  Under the helm of founder and creative director Adam Hoets, South African bespoke lighting design company Willowlamp, commissioned by talented project designers, the Rockwell Group, has created two monumental theatrical lighting installations for Cathédrale, the latest Las Vegas restaurant from the award-winning hospitality group Tao that opened on 1 May 2023. At this second […]

The Iconic Les Wanyika Band, Confirms To Hit The Festac Africa 2023 Festival Destination Arusha, Tanzania with a Bhang!

  FESTAC Africa is proud to announce that the legendary Les Wanyika will be present and performing at the FESTAC AFRICA festival which will be held in Arusha, Tanzania, from the 21st to the 27th of May 2023. The Chairman of The Inspire Group and Chairman of FESTAC Africa, Engr. Yinka Abioye, on the 29th […]