Sojern Unveils Exciting Travel Surge to South Africa: Spotlight on Growing Saudi Market, up 177% Year-on-Year, and Inclusive Tourism
Cape Town, South Africa – 8 November – Sojern, the leading travel marketing platform, has released compelling insights showcasing a travel boom to South Africa as of September 2023, with a special focus on the burgeoning Saudi Arabian market. The data, compared to September 2022, reveals a vibrant and diverse traveller landscape, emphasising the need for […]
Samara Karoo Reserve Clinches Another Award
Shortly after the accolade of being recognised in the top 15 Resorts in South Africa in the Condé Nast Traveler’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards, Samara Karoo Reserve, near Graaff-Reinet in the Eastern Cape’s Great Karoo region, has received another award. Isabelle Tompkins of Samara announced that Samara was awarded the 2023 FGASA Frontier Award for exceptional progress in the level of guiding in […]
Enrich Your Summer Dining Experience at La Petite Ferme
From its perch at the very top of the Franschhoek Valley, the acclaimed La Petite Ferme offers not only luxurious accommodation, unparalleled vistas and world-class wines, but it is also home to an award-winning restaurant, where you can relish country-inspired cuisine infused with a refreshing contemporary flair. As the warmth of summer approaches, La Petite Ferme’s culinary team […]
La Petite Ferme Garners World Luxury Hotel & Restaurant 2023 Awards
Franschhoek’s La Petite Ferme, known for its world-class luxury accommodation and recently recognised as a leader in the hospitality industry by the prestigious Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2023, winning four awards in the categories Best Scenic Environment Hotel, Best Country Hotel in Africa, Best Culinary Experience in Africa and Best Small Hotel in Africa, has garnered more awards. “We are excited […]
Drumstruck, the hit African music & wine tasting experience, returns to Silvermist Wine Estate for its 2nd season in Cape Town
Last summer, Drumstruck at Silvermist captivated both local audiences and tourists with its energetic 5-star African drum-theatre production, uniquely coupled with a wine tasting presented by Silvermist owner and winemaker, Gregory Brink Louw. Hailed as the ‘most authentic and interactive African experience in Cape Town’, Drumstruck will be launching its new season on 10 November […]
Franschhoek transforms into an arts haven
From October 27th to November 7th, Franschhoek transforms into an arts haven, where art enthusiasts and patrons are invited to partake in the annual ‘Franschhoek Creates’ calendar highlight. The week-long showcase is designed to honour the arts and the abundance of creativity flowing through the valley. From curated gallery exhibitions, to interactive showcases and the […]
THANDA GROUP TRIUMPHS AT THE 2023 WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS
The Thanda Group, a family-held portfolio of hospitality, lifestyle and philanthropic experiences in Africa, won two awards at the recent annual World Travel Awards for its private island located off the coast of Tanzania and its safari offering in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. At the World Travel Awards (WTA) Africa & Indian Ocean Gala ceremony, commemorating its 30th anniversary of rewarding […]
Brookdale Estate wins in the Best of Wine Tourism Awards for 2024 in the Accommodation category
Brookdale Estate has won the Accommodation category in the Best Of Wine Tourism Awards 2024, in recognition of the quality winelands guest experience offered by the Brookdale Manor House. The Great Wine Capitals Best of Wine Tourism & Ambassador Awards programme celebrates innovation and excellence in wine tourism throughout 12 of the greatest wine regions in the world, including […]
MHONDORO LAUNCHES COMMUNITY PROJECTS WITH THE SUPPORT FROM A NEW LOYALTY PROGRAMME
Mhondoro Safari Lodge & Villa has launched a new loyalty programme in support of each of its three community projects, which affords repeat guests the opportunity to give back in a meaningful and responsible way, whilst on a personal basis, enjoying a range of benefits and discounts. Infrastructure for Mhondoro’s community projects is solely funded by the […]
The Plettenberg ranks No2 as Best Hotel in Eastern and Southern Africa (Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards)
Condé Nast Traveler has announced the results of its prestigious 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards, which saw The Liz McGrath Collection’s Plettenberg Bay hotel, The Plettenberg, voted as runner-up in the category of Best Hotels in Eastern and Southern Africa. With a score of 98.54, it followed hot on the heels of Babylonstoren, which was placed first this year at 98.55. […]