African luxury travel

African Travellers Drive South Africa’s Tourism Growth in 2026

Grace Mumo — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Just under a million international tourists arrived in South Africa in July. The precise figure, 991,696, is 12% above the same month last year. This indicates South Africa tourism 2026 is on track. Then look at the passports. Arrivals from elsewhere on the continent are up 14.3% so far this year. Africa is growing at [...]

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Mhondoro Named World’s Best Safari and Bush Lodge

Grace Mumo — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Mhondoro Safari Lodge 2026 Haute Grandeur Awards The Mhondoro Safari Lodge 2026 Haute Grandeur Awards recognised Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa four honours, including Best Bush Lodge. Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa also earned Best Destination Wedding Hotel in Africa and Best Family Hotel in South Africa. For Mhondoro, the recognition is not only about [...]

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Ultimate Luxury Cruises from South Africa: Close to Home

Grace Mumo — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0000

This Heritage Month, Cruise Vacations unveils the Close to Home Collection. It is a curated portfolio of extraordinary voyages. It brings world-class experiences within reach of South African travellers. This initiative reflects a commitment to accessible, high-quality travel. Moreover, voyages sail to and from Cape Town and the Indian Ocean islands. The collection celebrates opportunities [...]

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WTM Africa 2027: Women in Tourism Prioritise Skills and Leadership

Grace Mumo — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

In honour of Women’s Month, WTM Africa announces early updates to WTM Africa 2027 Women in Tourism. The programme runs alongside WTM Africa 2027, from 7–9 April 2027 at CTICC in Cape Town. The initiative will centre on strategic skills development for women across the tourism sector. It will help them build the confidence, knowledge [...]

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Tintswalo Collection Thermal Luxury Night Safari & Stargazing

Grace Mumo — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Tintswalo Collection has launched a new Thermal Night Safari & Stargazing experience that reveals the hidden nocturnal world through cutting-edge thermal imaging technology. Available in the greater-Kruger at both Tintswalo Safari and Tintswalo Manor House in the Manyeleti Game Reserve, as well as Tintswalo Scops Rest in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, this authentic nocturnal [...]

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An Open Letter To Everyone Currently Running On Coffee And Vibes

Grace Mumo — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

To the person currently staring blankly at their inbox, this is an open letter to everyone currently running on coffee and vibes. We see you! We’ve officially hit the middle of the year. The early-January optimism has worn off, your calendar is a minefield of back-to-back meetings, and the winter chill has officially made hitting [...]

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Experience Luxury at Vergenoegd Löw’s Historic 1773 Homestead in the Cape Winelands

Grace Mumo — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Following a meticulous and sensitively executed renovation, the historic 1773 Homestead at Vergenoegd Löw The Wine Estate has emerged as one of the Cape Winelands’ most elegant new destinations for discerning guests seeking tranquillity, heritage and exceptional hospitality. Come and experience luxury at Vergenoegd Löw’s historic 1773 homestead in the Cape Winelands Once mostly exclusively [...]

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Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge Launches Signature Winter ‘Staycation’

Grace Mumo — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Set among tranquil olive groves beneath the dramatic slopes of the Simonsberg mountains in Paarl, Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge launches signature winter ‘staycation’ a refined countryside retreat shaped by slow living, understated luxury and warm hospitality. Having opened its doors in December 2025, the intimate lodge blends contemporary design with the unhurried rhythm of farm life, [...]

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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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Set Sail with Sunsail: South Africans Invited to the Seychelles Challenge

Grace Mumo — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000

An accessible island sailing experience that blends adventure and relaxation with complete peace of mind The Seychelles Challenge, a one-of-a-kind sailing regatta in one of the world’s most breathtakingly beautiful destinations, is now open for bookings. Taking place from the 5th to the 11th of July 2026, and in partnership with Sunsail, set sail with Sunsail, South Africans Invited [...]

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South Africans Are Choosing Luxury Bush Retreats and Wellness Travel

Grace Mumo — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000

As South Africans begin locking in travel plans for early 2026, particularly around school holidays and long weekends, a noticeable shift is emerging in where and how families are choosing to holiday. South Africans are choosing luxury bush retreats and wellness Travel in 2026 At destinations like Tomjachu Bush Retreat, bookings and enquiries increasingly reflect a [...]

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A New Chapter in Paarl Luxury: Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge

Grace Mumo — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

A New Chapter in Paarl Luxury: Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge has officially opened its doors, bringing a carefully crafted luxury retreat to complement the estate’s rich farm experience in the heart of Paarl. Set among tranquil olive groves with sweeping views of the Simonsberg mountains, the lodge offers an immersive escape defined by a philosophy of slow, [...]

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Mount Nelson Welcomes Amura by Ángel León: The Ultimate Ocean Gastronomy Destination in Africa

Grace Mumo — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet at the foot of Table Mountain, a new culinary chapter unfolds as Mount Nelson Welcomes Amura by Ángel León: The Ultimate Ocean Gastronomy Destination in Africa for the first time outside of his home country Spain, Michelin-starred Chef Ángel León brings his pioneering culinary philosophy across hemispheres to [...]

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Breaking barriers: Women-led African serendipian luxury travel agency launches private jet charters with unmatched global prices

Grace Mumo — Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Roxstar Luxury Travel, the award-winning luxury travel concierge founded in South Africa, is now offering exclusive access to private jet and helicopter charters, worldwide, at the most competitive prices on the global market. “This is an incredible achievement for the only serendipian, women-led travel agency in Africa, which prides itself on its ability to curate [...]

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