Sun City picks up its game

The resort has long stopped betting on showgirls and gambling. Now its focus is as a family-friendly destination with a host of activities

Swiss luxury — on a rail and steamboat combo

The Gotthard Panorama Express offers Swiss luxury — and even a flag-waving yodeller

Telescopes that catch the light from the stars

Dishes and supercomputers in the veld help scientists to harvest and interpret information about the outer reaches of the universe

Awakening to the beauty of sleep tourism

In a world where we’re constantly connected and increasingly stressed, sleep tourism offers the opportunity for a reset

Oudtshoorn: The charm of the Little Karoo

Oudtshoorn may be synonymous with the ostrich trade, but there’s much more to see in the quaint town besides feather products

Time travel is possible — on Rovos Rail

For 35 years, Rovos Rail has been ferrying passengers around Southern Africa on an Edwardian-style steam train. From humble beginnings, it’s become a major ...

SA set to crack rankings of top-rated golfing destinations

The country is looking to tap into the lucrative golf tourism market. With great courses, good weather and spectacular scenery, it seems well poised to take ...

Power up at the Turbine Hotel & Spa

An old power station turned five-star hotel makes for the perfect place from which to explore Knysna and its surrounds

Zim safaris: where the wildlife comes to you

There’s much to recommend a safari in Zimbabwe — think rugged landscapes and abundant wildlife. Consider hopping across the border for your next midyear break

Go wild at GweGwe

Luxury lodgings, remote location, beautiful beaches and great birding make quite a package at GweGwe

A slice of heaven in Hemel-en-Aarde valley

The pinot noir capital of South Africa lives up to its name in Hemel-en-Aarde

The heights of delight at Franschhoek’s La Petite Ferme

Franschhoek’s La Petite Ferme offers outdoor pursuits, sumptuous suites, an award-winning kitchen and views for days

Melozhori private game lodge — luxury on your own terms

Experience the expanse of the Karoo at this venue — a perfect getaway for a group of friends or families

Bird spotting on the Garden Route

Whether you’re a bird nerd, a twitcher, a lister or just curious, the region is a win when it comes to encountering our feathered friends

On safari in the Karoo

The Samara Karoo Reserve is Big Five reserve without the traffic jams and tour buses. It’s a space of stillness, of big sky and endless horizon. But it’s by no ...

Welcome to a winter wonderland

The village of Val d’Isère offers the picture-perfect backdrop for resort living. Think skiing, snowboarding, dog-sledding. And don’t forget the jacuzzis, ...