CAPE TOWN’S PRIVATE VILLA RENTAL MARKET IS FLOURISHING
The villa rental market in South Africa is expanding rapidly and it’s estimated that about 30 specialist villa rental companies are active in this market. Following the increased demand for private villa rentals in Cape Town, Icon Villas has just added another two prime villas to its portfolio. Icon Villas was the first rental company to specialise […]
NEW MHONDORO RECEPTION & WELCOME LOUNGE UNVEILED
Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa has unveiled its private Reception & Welcome Lounge next to the Welgevonden Game Reserve gate in the Waterberg. Designed by the owner, Dutch interior designer Myriam Vogel, this facility introduces the style, luxury, and unique African-European blend that defines the 5-star lodge. Guests will arrive at this new Reception area to […]
Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa Triumphs at the 2024 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards
Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa is delighted to announce its prestigious recognition at the 2024 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, reaffirming its commitment to excellence in every aspect of hospitality, from service and facilities to ambiance and overall guest satisfaction. Selected through rigorous evaluation based on guest feedback and industry standards, Erinvale Estate Hotel & […]
TWO KINGS WELCOMED AT THANDA SAFARI
20 Years of Wildlife Conservation Sees Lion Population Strengthened Further South Africa, July 2024. Renowned for its Big Cat sightings, Thanda Safari, a luxury private game reserve nestled in the heart of Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal South Africa, has welcomed two magnificent male lions as part of their wildlife conservation programme to ensure healthy genetic diversity within the game reserve. […]
Franschhoek Bastille 2024 Celebrations Postponed to New Dates: 20th & 21st July
In an urgent update, event organisers, following consultations with disaster and risk management, have been advised to postpone the Iconic Bastille 2024 celebrations to new dates, 20th & 21st July. This decision prioritises guest safety amidst severe weather warnings and anticipated disruptive rain this week. “The decision to postpone was made after careful consideration and […]
Where Service Becomes Therapy
In Africa’s Most Illustrious Wine Valley Fleur du Soleil guesthouse is more than just a nexus of Franschhoek’s gastronomical and oenological hotspots, it’s a paradigm where hospitality and personalized service are deliciously transformative. Renowned for having some of South Africa’s top award-winning restaurants and a legendary wine culture, Franschhoek appeals to those with the most refined […]
Qatar Airways Secures the ‘Airline of the Year’ Title from Skytrax, Returning to the Top for an Unprecedented Eighth Time
The 5-star carrier also received three other prestigious awards: ‘World’s Best Business Class’, ‘World’s Best Business Class Airline Lounge’, and ‘Best Airline in the Middle East’ Qatar Airways becomes the first aviation group to win Best Airline, Best Airport and Best Airport Shopping, in the same year in Skytrax history Doha, Qatar – Qatar Airways […]
Franschhoek Celebrates Bastille 2024: Your Guide to the Festivities
Raise a glass and join in the French revelry as the Franschhoek Wine Valley gears up to host the renowned calendar highlight of Bastille Day. This year’s festival, once again in proud partnership with Prescient, promises the ultimate weekend showcase of the region’s finest wines, artisanal fare, live entertainment and a plethora of activities. Held on […]
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THANDA SAFARI CELEBRATES 20 YEARS
The Thanda Story 20 years ago on 22 May 2004, the 14 000-hectare Thanda (‘love’ in isiZulu) Safari, a Big Five private game reserve, officially opened to guests. Inspired by the adventures of Ernst Hemmingway, Dan Olofsson and his wife Christin ventured from Malmö Sweden into the rolling hills of Zululand South Africa where they were warmly […]