Book flights to South Africa in a cheap price

South Africa is often termed as the “Jewel of Africa”, “Explorer’s Paradise”, or “the home of adventure holidays” by different travelers and explorers.Yet, the enigma of the scenic landscapes, fantastic weather and natural wonders could never be successfully enveloped in one term. To experience the diversity and adventure nature has bejeweled in the heart of [...]

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A word about Stanford, Cape Overberg

The unique little village of Stanford, overlooked by the moody slopes of the Klein River Mountains, lies just inland of False Bay, forming the tip of a triangle with the coastal towns of Hermanus and De Kelders.Peaceful and largely unaffected by change, Stanford is an eclectic mix of shops, galleries, restaurants and coffee shops, and [...]

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Yet another drug bust of SAA crew members in Heathrow

Fifteen SA Airways crew members were arrested in Heathrow in London on Monday for possession of illegal goods, the airways said. Spokeswoman Robyn Chalmers said three cockpit and 12 cabin crew of flight SA234 from Johannesburg to London were detained by authorities after “contraband” was found in the crew bus at the airport.“This comes after [...]

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Africa is hot for holiday romance

Forget about the Maldives, Hawaii or Paris – Southern Africa is the place to be this Valentine’s Day. Africa is shaking the dust from its feet and shedding its image as a destination only for the adventurous and hardy. The continent is increasingly being associated with luxury and romance.The rich and famous often spotted cavorting [...]

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SA Roadlink sends fleet on testing drive

Johannesburg – SA Roadlink, the country’s largest intercity coach operator, has volunteered to send its entire fleet of over 50 luxury coaches to government testing centres for roadworthy certification assessments. The coach company is confident that the popular, bright yellow buses will be given the stamp of approval and hopes the exercise may put an [...]

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Leading Hotels of the World lists Kampala Serena Hotel

Kampala – Kampala Serena Hotel is now a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, a prestigious luxury hospitality organization that represents the world’s finest hotels, resorts and spas. In order to be considered for inclusion, the Hotel had to undergo a rigorous inspection process encompassing 1,500 quality standards covering areas such as infrastructure, [...]

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Table Mountain launches touch screen information station

Cape Town – Visitors to the top of Cape Town’s Table Mountain can now plan the rest of their day out from the top of the mountain, when they use Cape Town Tourism’s new interactive Touch Screen Information Units. The remote digital information station is one of many new state of the art electronic information [...]

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Pezula unveils medi-spa facility

Garden Route – The award-winning Pezula Spa at Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa in Knysna, South Africa, has launched a medi-spa facility which features a comprehensive menu of specialist treatments for a variety of conditions. The Pezula Medi-Spa team is headed up by Joan Maré-Reid, a qualified nurse and experienced beauty therapist, and includes two [...]

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SA Tourism hosts British scribes

Nelspruit – A group of British journalists representing international media reaching several million people around the globe is presently being hosted by South African Tourism on a media adventure trip that is introducing them to the magnificent Kruger National Park and its surrounding lodges.The trip is focused on eco-tourism and sustainability, so the journalists are [...]

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Singita unveils overnight horseback safaris

Tanzania – Singita Game Reserves will introduce its first East African overnight horseback safaris this month (February 2009). The luxurious 4-night safaris will offer experienced riders unparalleled horse riding and game viewing in Tanzania’s Singita Grumeti Reserves. Situated along the Western corridor of the Serengeti, this is one of Africa’s most pristine wilderness areas, and [...]

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