Discovery’s report covered the best days to hop on a flight between South Africa’s big cities, how prices have shifted, and the spots Saffas most wanted to jet off to internationally in 2023.
The conversation continues, where on one end, supporters see the potential for an economic boom, while on the other end, locals fear being increasingly priced out by foreign visitors.
Tenders for the line have now been received, and it seems like it’s full steam ahead.
In this remote place, there are more polar bears than people, no taxes, visas, or cats, and it’s illegal to die or be born there.
They claim they are on the little-known island without money and vital medications after the vessel left port without them.
Holy easter egg, can we just talk about how expensive it is to get between Joburg, Durban and Cape Town right now?
Huddled within the vast expanse of the Antarctic wilderness lies Ultima Oasis Camp, beckoning guests with an unparalleled chance to delve into one of the planet’s most isolated realms.
The estate and caves have served as a gathering place for parties and royalty, from Peter the Great and Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands to race-car driver Max Verstappen. Somewhere along the line, the château earned the nickname “party palace.”
The Iberian Peninsula nation has particularly become popular with South Africans who find the climate and high quality of life more appealing.
The best beaches in the world have been revealed, and one South African spot has made it onto the list.
You might recall the famous disaster, which featured the host embarking on a supposed trip to catch octopus and cuttlefish with a local chef/fisherman, but it was actually a staged ploy by his witty guide.
The Royal Caribbean’s Ultimate World Cruise, which set sail a month ago, has unexpectedly captured the internet’s imagination.
As bad as we make the ‘groen mamba’ out to be at times, your SA passport does still carry a bit of weight in several countries.
Even though Charles Darwin sailed the HMS Beagle around the world nearly two centuries ago, his epic voyage is still inspiring young environmentalists today.
Our tourism industry is doing amazingly! Between January to July alone, a sizeable 4.8 million international tourists visited South Africa.
Time Out recently drew up a survey of 21,000 city-dwellers across the globe who were asked about their city’s best cultural venues and experiences – Cape Town did pretty well.
Ho Thuy Tien is almost entirely concealed in the jungle and has become popular with travellers who love the idea of exploring somewhere off the main path.
Frankly, After the spate of muggings and car window smashings happening to tourists, we need Siya and Trevor working together to make SA a pretty place to visit.
A retired flight attendant for Virgin Australia shared a video explaining some of the more gruelling aspects of the job.
An unfortunate number of visitors are greeted by the brutal reality of South Africa’s crime before even setting foot into their hotel.
Despite the sketchy human history on the island, the natural beauty makes this one of the most beautiful places on earth.
With the weather warming up and the December vibes just around the corner, consider visiting one of these gorgeous underrated gems.
The Overture is designed to fly at Mach 1.7 over water—just a tad slower than the Concorde—and run on any blend of jet fuel, including sustainable aviation fuel.
Airlines are now crying foul, and have even gone as far as banning customers who make use of this practice, and even placing them on no-fly lists.
Driven by the allure of its offshore economy and despite the foul weather, an increasing number of Saffas have flocked to this diminutive Crown Dependency nestled within the expanse of the Irish Sea.
Upgrading to first class often just means paying fifteen times the amount of money for a little more wiggle room. Is that even worth it?
If you’re one of the people with a ‘Give Up Everything And Move To A New City’ list, then it will be wise to consider the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Liveability Index.
Cape Town is finally back to its buzzing, bustling self after the tourism sector was knocked by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Good airlines don’t seem to get as much airtime even though they should because a decent flight can make a world of difference to your travel experience.
Sadly, we live in a world where not all passports are created equally. As South Africans, we feel this on a deep level.