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Category: Luxury
The Manta Resort Unveils Africa’s First Underwater Room on Pemba Island, Zanzibar
If you’ve been dreaming of “sleeping with the fishes”, you’ll be happy to know that it can finally be a reality. The magnificent Manta Resort has opened a magical underwater room on Pemba Island in Zanzibar! Now you can drift off to sleep surrounded by exotic marine life…in a magical floating bubble… The unusual new […]
Accommodation along the Cape Town Coast
Cape Town’s coast provides a place of beauty and solitude no matter the season. However, there really is no better time of the year to enjoy the beauty of the ocean than during the height of summer. Whether you’re travelling as a family, with friends, or planning a romantic couple’s escape, you can look forward […]
Top 10 Restaurants Announced in the 2013 Eat Out DStv Food Network Restaurant Awards
In a culinary heaven where macaroons grew on trees and bread was served with custom-carved butter sculptures, the restaurant and foodie community eagerly watched as South Africa’s newest Top 10 restaurants were announced, along with the Chef of the Year and a host of other awards. The Eat Out DStv Food Network Restaurant Awards took […]
Vergelegen Outshines at the Best of Wine Tourism Awards
The Great Wine Capitals (GWC) Best of Wine Tourism Awards is a prestigious event attended by wine tourism leaders from across the world. The results were announced at a gala presentation in California’s Napa Valley on Thursday, 7 November 2013, and we are proud to say that Vergelegen Estate emerged as the undisputed South African […]
Top 5 Greek Destinations on my Bucket List
We all have dreams of visiting exceptional postcard perfect places around the world. However, there are some places that have the ability to capture our hearts and make us feel as though we couldn’t possibly leave. Greece is one of those places for me. Offering countless archaeological sites, warm crystal-clear waters, and an exciting culture, […]
3 Exclusive Holiday Experiences at Shamwari Game Reserve
Shamwari Game Reserve is an award-winning* holiday destination in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. The Shamwari Group incorporates 6 luxury lodges in the game reserve, all of which are 5-star graded and uniquely designed to complement your African bush experience. Along with activities like relaxation treatments, Big 5 game drives, guided walks, and birding, guests at Shamwari Game […]
Top 5 Accommodations in East London
East London is a vibrant city set in the Eastern Cape province. It lies on the Indian Ocean coast, between the Buffalo River and the Nahoon River, and features the country’s only river port. With so many waterways, East London is one of South Africa’s premier holiday destinations. Here are the top 5 accommodations to […]
Girlie Getaways in Gauteng
Ladies, if you’ve had enough of the men with their rugby, braais, and beers, it’s about time you grab your girlfriends and plan a weekend getaway of pampering, indulgence, and fun! 5th Avenue Guest House, Edenvale Set within the heart of Edenvale, 5th Avenue Guest House offers lavish amenities, a spectacular pool, and personalised service […]