My Quiet Venetian Winter Escape!
A wonderful Christmas gift from my daughters turned three nights in Venice into four unforgettable winter days together. From five hours with Peggy Guggenheim and a coffee break in St Mark’s Square to glass on Murano, colour on Burano and a sublime risotto di gò, discover why a quieter Venetian January might suit you beautifully.
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Zanzibar: Where History, Culture and Island Beauty Meet!
Having visited Zanzibar many times since the late 1990s, I love this island for more than its palm-fringed beaches. Wander the historic streets of Stone Town, explore spice plantations and Jozani Forest, snorkel colourful coral reefs, then return to your resort for a sunset. Here is why Zanzibar deserves a place on your wish list.
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Discover the Extraordinary Beauty of Namibia
Namibia is a land of dramatic contrasts, where rust‑red dunes meet the haunting Skeleton Coast and wildlife roams Etosha’s plains. From ancient rock engravings at Twyfelfontein to ghostly Kolmanskop and river cruises alongside elephants, every journey reveals new wonders in this wild, beautiful, and unforgettable destination.
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Lanzerac: Where Cape Heritage Meets Contemporary Luxury
A site inspection at Lanzerac Estate Hotel & Spa reveals the birthplace of Pinotage, South Africa’s first water tasting experience, and a historic Cape Winelands estate that beautifully blends heritage with contemporary luxury.
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Do South Africans Need a Visa to Visit the UK?
Planning a trip to the UK? Here’s what South African passport holders need to know about visa requirements, application timelines, and a handy Schengen bonus for the rest of your Europe plans.
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From Cape Town to the Wilderness: A Story Worth Telling
When John Mulder of Cape Tourism asked me what one thing I’d tell visitors about my business, I didn’t expect the answer to take me all the way back to 1977 and one of the greatest experiences of my life.
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Do South Africans Need a Visa for the USA?
South Africans need a visa to visit the USA – no ESTA, no visa on arrival. Here is what the B1/B2 tourist visa involves, how long the process takes, and why cruise travellers need to pay special attention.
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Vietnam Airports Now Require a Pre-Arrival Declaration: Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re travelling to Vietnam, there’s a quick but important step to complete before you land. Here’s what the new pre-arrival declaration requirement means for you, and how to do it.
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Do South Africans Need a Visa to Visit Thailand?
Thailand’s 60-day visa exemption for South Africans is being reduced back to 30 days, following a Cabinet decision on 21 May 2026, with the exact effective date still to be confirmed. Most holidaymakers won’t notice, but longer trips will need a visa or an extension. Here’s what travellers need to know before finalising their plans.
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