The Liz McGrath Collection celebrates all three hotels recognised in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide
The Liz McGrath Collection is celebrating a significant milestone, with all three of its iconic hotels recognised in the newly released 2026 MICHELIN Guide hotel selection. The recognition sees The Plettenberg in Plettenberg Bay and The Marine in Hermanus selected for the first time, joining The Cellars-Hohenort in Constantia (Cape Town), which has been recognised for the second […]
Young South African team heads for the Culinary World Cup
A talented team of young South African chefs is heading for another World Cup – Team Masakhane, South Africa’s national junior culinary team is preparing to compete in the prestigious 2026 Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg from 21-25 November. The nine-member team, all under 25 years of age, was carefully selected through a rigorous national process […]
From Vineyard to Table: An Evening with Ridgeback Wines at Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa
Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa’s flagship restaurant, BLOOM, will host an intimate Winemaker’s Evening with acclaimed Ridgeback Wines on Saturday, 17 October 2026. The event will feature a four-course menu by Executive Chef Sebastian Smith and his team, while Cellar Master, Renier van Deventer, guides guests through each pairing, sharing insights into Ridgeback’s winemaking journey, […]
South Coast Women Shine at Gagasi FM Shero Awards
The KwaZulu-Natal South Coast is celebrating the achievements of two remarkable women entrepreneurs who have been recognised at the Gagasi FM Shero Awards 2026, highlighting the growing contribution of women entrepreneurs from the region to innovation, business and community development. Amanda Eve Mseleku, Founder and Director of Eve’s Lounge, was recognised in the Social Entrepreneurship […]
Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa Honoured with Four 2026 Haute Grandeur Awards
Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa has been recognised with four honours at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, including the global titles as Best Bush Lodge and Best Safari Lodge. Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa was also named Best Destination Wedding Hotel in Africa and Best Family Hotel in South Africa, completing a meaningful achievement across global, continental and national categories. For […]
Discover the Living Heritage of the KZN South Coast This Heritage Month
As South Africa celebrates Heritage Month this September, South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE) is inviting travellers to experience the authentic stories, traditions and landscapes that make the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast one of the country’s most culturally rich destinations. Home to a unique blend of indigenous heritage, historical landmarks, rural communities and spectacular natural […]
De Hoop Collection Launches New De Hoop Earth Age Display
De Hoop Collection is proud to announce that it has officially opened its newest educational attraction, the De Hoop Earth Age display. Launched at a function at De Hoop Collection on Saturday 22 August 2026, The Wall, developed in partnership with the Overberg Geoscientists Group, offers visitors an accessible, engaging look into the region’s geological history. Two ‘Origins’- Origins of the […]
Darren Badenhorst and Jan Braai bring South African culinary heritage to life at Olijvenkraal’s ‘Festival of Food’, 18–20 September 2026
As South Africa celebrates Heritage Month, acclaimed chef Darren Badenhorst and braai ambassador Jan Braai join forces for the Festival of Food at FYRE, a three-day celebration of South African food culture, open-fire cooking, fine wines, live music and the enduring tradition of gathering around the flame. Taking place from 18–20 September 2026 at Olijvenkraal […]
A Country House at Work
Walk the Land, Taste the Place Wildekrans Country House: Driven by a shift in what today’s travellers value, there has been a move from chain hotels or hotels with a garden to accommodations that lie at the intersection of landscape, cultivation and daily life. These are the places where working land is not separated from […]
South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE) Engages United States (U.S) Consulate on Investment, Tourism and Creative Industry Opportunities
South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE) recently hosted a delegation from the U.S. Consulate General in Durban, led by Public Affairs Officer Mr Doug Mann, for discussions on tourism, investment, and broader economic opportunities within the Ugu District. A key focus of the engagement was the growing interest in strategic minerals, particularly lithium. The […]