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, ...

CRUISING: Leave your cares behind and sail away

There’s much to be said for leaving your cares on the dockside and sailing away

Babylonstoren: South Africa’s own Eden

Babylonstoren is all about bringing together the rustic and the contemporary. From its famed gardens to its retail spaces and spa, it’s about innovation and ...

St Helena: The island where Napoleon died

St Helena may be most famous as the site of the final exile of the military genius who became the emperor of France in the early 19th century. But it is also a ...

Cheers to second chances as Solms-Delta gains new investor

Once a thriving wine farm, Solms-Delta has largely fallen into ruin since being placed in business rescue. A US investor now offers it a new lease on life