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Category: Luxury
The best baths we bet you have come across in your lifetime
When planning a leisurely escape to unwind and forget the stress of daily life, the most important question to ask is: is there a bath? Because what better way is there to let the tension slowly soak out of your muscles than in a giant tub filled with rainbow coloured bubbles, with a glass of […]
Wine, Dine and Recline in the Stellenbosch Wine Valley
The Stellenbosch Wine Route is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the Western Cape, favoured for its magnificent mountain views and sprawling vineyards that provide a magical backdrop. Just under 40 minutes from Cape Town, Stellies provides the perfect overnight or weekend escape. Here are our favourite Stellenbosch wine estates to visit! Eikendal Winery […]
Sea, Sand, and Style at Lagoon Beach Hotel
Perched on the edge of the glimmering Atlantic Ocean on Milnerton Beach, the 4-star Lagoon Beach Hotel is an exceptional accommodation that seems to have flitted its way out of my imagination. A dream intertwined with reality, the hotel offers a fairy-tale location that instantly whisked me away to an internal paradise where every stress […]
Fall in Love at One&Only Cape Town this February
With a string of international accolades to its name – including the Travel+Leisure 2013 Best Hotel Spa in Africa & Middle East – we are proud to welcome One&Only Cape Town to the TravelGround family. We are so in love with this 5-star urban chic resort and couldn’t think of a better time to associate […]
Exploring Scenic Southern Africa by Rail
There are plenty of ways to explore South Africa, but none more rewarding than by rail. There are several companies that offer train travel within South Africa, so you can take your pick! Picture the countryside flying past your window, the rattling of wheels on the railway gently rocking you to sleep, and waking up […]
5 Romantic & Affordable Minimoons in KwaZulu-Natal
Shorter, closer to home, more affordable “minimoons” are a great way for couples to enjoy more frequent romantic getaways throughout the year. Here are 5 accommodations across KwaZulu-Natal that will steal your hearts and not your finances. Mseni Lodge, Sodwana Bay Mseni Lodge offers 3-star accommodation in rustic self-catering or B&B cabins tucked away amongst the […]
A South African Safari Geared for the Whole Family
South Africa is a worthwhile destination for those travelling with kids. While children can do most things adults can do on safari, long game drives and bush walks can get a bit tedious. Here are two family friendly lodges that offer tailored kids’ programmes to ensure your precious little ones are having the time of […]
5-star Luxury in the City of Gold
Literally built on a gold mine, Johannesburg is a cosmopolitan city that knows how to do 5-star luxury. Whether you prefer the suburbs of Melrose, Houghton, Auckland Park, or Sandton, you can enjoy a glitzy 5-star stay in the City of Gold. The Winston Hotel The Winston Hotel lies in the exclusive suburb of Melrose, […]