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SA’s fourth Hyatt set to open in OctoberPark Hyatt Johannesburg is preparing for its grand opening in October. In collab...
02/09/2024

SA’s fourth Hyatt set to open in October

Park Hyatt Johannesburg is preparing for its grand opening in October. In collaboration with the owning company, Millat Group, the 31-key hotel is ready to mark a significant milestone in South Africa's hospitality landscape.

Located in the heart of the trendy and vibrant suburb of Rosebank, the property is aimed at business and leisure travellers.

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Park Hyatt Johannesburg is preparing for its grand opening in October. In collaboration with the owning company, Millat Group, the 31-key hotel is ready to mark a significant milestone in South

SA’s first desert botanical garden opensSouth Africa's first desert botanical garden has officially opened at the Sendel...
02/09/2024

SA’s first desert botanical garden opens

South Africa's first desert botanical garden has officially opened at the Sendelingsdrift Rest Camp, on the Richtersveld side of the |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park.

Transformed from an indigenous nursery, the Richtersveld Desert Botanical Garden is the work of SANParks resident botanist, Pieter van Wyk. The garden, a collaboration between SANParks and the South African National Biodiversity Institute, features 24 themed floral beds showcasing the unique flora of South Africa's Desert Biome.

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South Africa's first desert botanical garden has officially opened at the Sendelingsdrift Rest Camp, on the Richtersveld side of the |Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park. Transformed from an

Boutique Table Mountain hotel revampedSituated near Table Mountain, Palm House Boutique Hotel and Spa has been refurbish...
26/08/2024

Boutique Table Mountain hotel revamped

Situated near Table Mountain, Palm House Boutique Hotel and Spa has been refurbished and reopened its doors.

Located in Wynberg on Riverstone Road, the Hotel, which was previously a guesthouse, dates back to 1920. New owners Max Jong and Shelagh Wood became the custodians of the hotel in the middle of 2023 and have been working to refresh the property, while maintaining its historic qualities.

When the new owners took control of the property, they said that it needed a complete aesthetic overhaul. While maintaining elements of the original house, the refurbishment included a floor-to-ceiling reboot.

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Situated near Table Mountain, Palm House Boutique Hotel and Spa has been refurbished and reopened its doors. Located in Wynberg on Riverstone Road, the Hotel, which was previously a guesthouse, dates

Free entry to parks for a weekSANParks will kickstart the 19th annual SA National Parks Week with a celebratory event at...
22/08/2024

Free entry to parks for a week

SANParks will kickstart the 19th annual SA National Parks Week with a celebratory event at Marakele National Park on September 8. The week will take place from September 9-13 and has been extended to September 14-15 at selected national parks.

During this period, free access is granted to most of the 21 national parks under the management of SANParks.

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SANParks will kickstart the 19th annual SA National Parks Week with a celebratory event at Marakele National Park on September 8. The week will take place from September 9-13 and has been extended to

Wilderness refurbishes Tubu campsWilderness has revealed the re-invented Tubu Tree and Little Tubu camps, above the floo...
21/08/2024

Wilderness refurbishes Tubu camps

Wilderness has revealed the re-invented Tubu Tree and Little Tubu camps, above the floodplains in Okavango Delta’s Hunda Island in Botswana’s Jao Reserve.

With eight tented suites and a family unit, Tubu Tree features new hardwood floors and a bar that offers a panoramic view of the floodplains. Tubu Tree is connected to its sister camp, Little Tubu, by elevated boardwalks.

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Wilderness has revealed the re-invented Tubu Tree and Little Tubu camps, above the floodplains in Okavango Delta’s Hunda Island in Botswana’s Jao Reserve. With eight tented suites and a family unit,

Wild Coast hotel renewedUmngazi Hotel and Spa on the Wild Coast has recently reopened with a fresh look. The hotel close...
20/08/2024

Wild Coast hotel renewed

Umngazi Hotel and Spa on the Wild Coast has recently reopened with a fresh look. The hotel closed for four weeks (mid-May to mid-June) for essential renovations.

The property lies in a idyllically beautiful setting, on the Umngazi River Mouth, 20km south of Port St Johns in the Eastern Cape.

The renovations included rethatching the adult and kiddies' dining rooms, upgrading light fittings, and replacing the flooring with tiles.

The kiddies' dining room also received a transformation with bespoke wallpaper, creating a brighter and more cheerful dining environment for the little ones.

Enhancements to the communal swimming area included the installation of a new pool deck and pergola.

Umngazi Hotel and Spa on the Wild Coast has recently reopened with a fresh look. The hotel closed for four weeks (mid-May to mid-June) for essential renovations. The property lies in a idyllically

AtholPlace Villa reopens as hotel and villaMorukuru Family has officially relaunched AtholPlace House & Villa in Atholl,...
19/08/2024

AtholPlace Villa reopens as hotel and villa

Morukuru Family has officially relaunched AtholPlace House & Villa in Atholl, Johannesburg, as AtholPlace Hotel & Villa. The property will now not only serve as an exclusive-use villa but also as a hotel.

“Since 2020, the entire property has only been available for exclusive-use bookings. While AtholPlace Villa remains an option for exclusive use, the hotel now offers nine bedrooms for individual bookings,” said co-owner, Ed Zeeman.

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Morukuru Family has officially relaunched AtholPlace House & Villa in Atholl, Johannesburg, as AtholPlace Hotel & Villa. The property will now not only serve as an exclusive-use villa but also as a

Hyde Hotel to open in RosebankThe first Hyde Hotel in Africa will soon open in Johannesburg, near the Rosebank Gautrain ...
14/08/2024

Hyde Hotel to open in Rosebank

The first Hyde Hotel in Africa will soon open in Johannesburg, near the Rosebank Gautrain station.

Ennismore Hotels and Kasada, a real estate private equity platform, have announced the signing of the new hotel, which effectively takes over the Voco Hotel in Rosebank.

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The first Hyde Hotel in Africa will soon open in Johannesburg, near the Rosebank Gautrain station. Ennismore Hotels and Kasada, a real estate private equity platform, have announced the signing of

Durban Street Food Festival set for SeptemberThis year’s Durban Street Food Festival will take place at The Pavilion Sho...
06/08/2024

Durban Street Food Festival set for September

This year’s Durban Street Food Festival will take place at The Pavilion Shopping Centre from September 6-8.

The festival will offer a diverse lineup of food, crafts, music, and entertainment.

There will be over 60 food and craft vendors as well as a music stage with over 20 artists performing live. Performances include EASY FREAK, Veranda Panda, Matt Davies, Tim Lewis, and many more.

There will also be a silent disco arena, wine-tasting zone, sip and paint station, beer and gin garden, and kids zone with fun activities and entertainment.

Tickets are available now on Quicket.

This year’s Durban Street Food Festival will take place at The Pavilion Shopping Centre from September 6-8. The festival will offer a diverse lineup of food, crafts, music, and entertainment. There

SA welcomes three new World Heritage SitesSouth Africa’s destination attractiveness is about to benefit from the proclam...
30/07/2024

SA welcomes three new World Heritage Sites

South Africa’s destination attractiveness is about to benefit from the proclamation of three new Unesco World Heritage Sites that were officially inscribed during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee (WHC) in New Delhi.

Foremost among the inscribed sites is the Human Rights, Liberation and Reconciliation: Nelson Mandela Sites, comprising 14 components in the provinces of Gauteng, the Eastern Cape, the Free State and KwaZulu-Natal.

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South Africa’s destination attractiveness is about to benefit from the proclamation of three new Unesco World Heritage Sites that were officially inscribed during the 46th session of the World

The Winston becomes a Park HyattThe Winston Hotel in Rosebank is undergoing extensive renovations and is scheduled to re...
23/07/2024

The Winston becomes a Park Hyatt

The Winston Hotel in Rosebank is undergoing extensive renovations and is scheduled to reopen later this year as the Park Hyatt Johannesburg.

The Winston has been well- known for its elegant and stylish classic design and its location in the quiet and leafy streets of upper Rosebank. Ther property was acquired in 2022 by the Farooqui family’s private equity investment company, Millat.

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The Winston Hotel in Rosebank is undergoing extensive renovations and is scheduled to reopen later this year as the Park Hyatt Johannesburg. The Winston has been well- known for its elegant and

New ‘Tree Deck’ for South LuangwaKafunta River Lodge in South Luangwa National Park, Zambia, has recently opened its Tre...
09/07/2024

New ‘Tree Deck’ for South Luangwa

Kafunta River Lodge in South Luangwa National Park, Zambia, has recently opened its Tree Deck.

The deck, which previously stood at the front of the lodge overlooking the floodplain, was moved during the construction of Sunset House, a safari villa.

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Kafunta River Lodge in South Luangwa National Park, Zambia, has recently opened its Tree Deck. The deck, which previously stood at the front of the lodge overlooking the floodplain, was moved during

Blue Marlin set to make a splashThe Blue Marlin in Scottburgh is poised to establish itself as a prestigious landmark on...
28/06/2024

Blue Marlin set to make a splash

The Blue Marlin in Scottburgh is poised to establish itself as a prestigious landmark on KZN’s sunny South Coast.

The property, operated by the Dream Hotels & Resorts Group, is undergoing extensive renovation and improvement. When it emerges from this transformation, it promises to be very different from the original family hotel of the past.

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The Blue Marlin in Scottburgh is poised to establish itself as a prestigious landmark on KZN’s sunny South Coast. The property, operated by the Dream Hotels & Resorts Group, is undergoing extensive

Steyn City Hotel by Saxon opens in Q4Steyn City lifestyle resort in the Northern suburbs of Johannesburg will open its n...
21/06/2024

Steyn City Hotel by Saxon opens in Q4

Steyn City lifestyle resort in the Northern suburbs of Johannesburg will open its new hotel – Steyn City Hotel by Saxon – in October this year.

Previously, Steyn City had primarily served as a residential location catering for permanent homeowners and tenants. However, with the opening of the new hotel – located within the City Centre of Steyn City residential estate – the estate will become a player in the tourism space, giving local and international tourists access to the variety of retail, dining and activities normally found within a residential estate.

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Steyn City lifestyle resort in the Northern suburbs of Johannesburg will open its new hotel – Steyn City Hotel by Saxon – in October this year. Previously, Steyn City had primarily served as a

Northern Drakensberg gets new reserveThe Northern Drakensberg, renowned for its dramatic landscapes and epic hikes, is h...
14/06/2024

Northern Drakensberg gets new reserve

The Northern Drakensberg, renowned for its dramatic landscapes and epic hikes, is home to KwaZulu Natal’s newest nature reserve.

The 6 500ha Northern Drakensberg Nature Reserve, which was formally gazetted on April 18, adds to a conservation corridor connecting the adjacent uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park in KwaZulu Natal (declared a World Heritage Site in 2000) to the Sterkfontein Nature Reserve in the Free State.

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The Northern Drakensberg, renowned for its dramatic landscapes and epic hikes, is home to KwaZulu Natal’s newest nature reserve. The 6 500ha Northern Drakensberg Nature Reserve, which was formally

KZN Club Med breaks groundDuring Africa’s Travel Indaba, Olivier Perillat, MD of Club Med South Africa, revealed that th...
24/05/2024

KZN Club Med breaks ground

During Africa’s Travel Indaba, Olivier Perillat, MD of Club Med South Africa, revealed that the construction of the new Club Med on KwaZulu Natal’s North Coast had started.

The R2 billion Club Med South Africa Beach and Safari occupies 32 000 hectares and will be accompanied by a 30 000-hectare Big Five bush lodge, which will break ground in northern Zululand soon. The resort will have one-kilometre-long shoreline access, 342 rooms, 66 villas, a 500-seat conference centre and a nautical centre. Its leisure centre and village club will offer guests a range of water sports and recreational activities.

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During Africa’s Travel Indaba, Olivier Perillat, MD of Club Med South Africa, revealed that the construction of the new Club Med on KwaZulu Natal’s North Coast had started. The R2 billion Club Med

Cheval Blanc Maison debuts in AfricaFrench company LVMH Hotel Management is bringing its ultra-luxury Cheval Blanc Maiso...
22/05/2024

Cheval Blanc Maison debuts in Africa

French company LVMH Hotel Management is bringing its ultra-luxury Cheval Blanc Maison brand to Africa, with the opening of a tropical retreat in the Seychelles slated for the end of the year.

The Cheval Blanc Maison Seychelles – currently under construction on Anse Intendance beach on Mahé – will offer 52 villas spanning from 220sqm to 1 950sqm, each with a private swimming pool, and beachfront, hillside, or tropical jungle views.

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French company LVMH Hotel Management is bringing its ultra-luxury Cheval Blanc Maison brand to Africa, with the opening of a tropical retreat in the Seychelles slated for the end of the year. The

Okavango Delta gets new luxury campMachaba Safaris will open the new luxury tented Monachira Camp in the northeast regio...
21/05/2024

Okavango Delta gets new luxury camp

Machaba Safaris will open the new luxury tented Monachira Camp in the northeast region of the Okavango Delta’s Moremi Game Reserve in May 2025.

Located on the banks of the Monachira Channel, the new camp will consist of eight luxury double tents and two two-bedroom family tents.

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Machaba Safaris will open the new luxury tented Monachira Camp in the northeast region of the Okavango Delta’s Moremi Game Reserve in May 2025. Located on the banks of the Monachira Channel, the new

Vic Falls gets new stadium for ICCZimbabwe has announced the construction of a multi-purpose stadium in Victoria Falls i...
20/05/2024

Vic Falls gets new stadium for ICC

Zimbabwe has announced the construction of a multi-purpose stadium in Victoria Falls in preparation for the ICC Cricket World Cups.

Namibia and Zimbabwe will jointly host the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup in early 2026. The 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup will have matches in Zimbabwe, Namibia and South Africa, reports travelnews.africa.

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Zimbabwe has announced the construction of a multi-purpose stadium in Victoria Falls in preparation for the ICC Cricket World Cups. Namibia and Zimbabwe will jointly host the ICC Under-19 Men’s

Virgin announces new property in KenyaVirgin Limited Edition has announced the addition of the Finch Hattons Luxury Safa...
15/05/2024

Virgin announces new property in Kenya

Virgin Limited Edition has announced the addition of the Finch Hattons Luxury Safari Camp in Kenya to its portfolio of properties.

The camp, located in Tsavo National Park, will become the brand’s fifth property in Africa, following the opening of the Mahali Mzuri in Kenya, Ulusaba Private Game Reserve and Mont Rochelle Hotel & Vineyard in South Africa, and Kasbah Tamadot in Morocco.

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Virgin Limited Edition has announced the addition of the Finch Hattons Luxury Safari Camp in Kenya to its portfolio of properties. The camp, located in Tsavo National Park, will become the brand’s

Monday Smile: Lions return to AfricaAir France-KLM Martinair Cargo has transported two rescued lions from animal welfare...
13/05/2024

Monday Smile: Lions return to Africa

Air France-KLM Martinair Cargo has transported two rescued lions from animal welfare organisations FOUR PAWS FELIDA in the Netherlands to LIONSROCK big cat sanctuary in South Africa.

Lioness Vasylyna was rescued in a Ukrainian village near Kharkiv after escaping a life of domestic captivity. Nikola was rescued from illegal private possession in Montenegro. Both lions were individually found roaming the streets before being captured by authorities and transported to FELIDA.

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Air France-KLM Martinair Cargo has transported two rescued lions from animal welfare organisations FOUR PAWS FELIDA in the Netherlands to LIONSROCK big cat sanctuary in South Africa. Lioness

Mantis to open three Gulf resortsThe Mantis Hotel group has announced plans to expand beyond Africa, with three new prop...
08/05/2024

Mantis to open three Gulf resorts

The Mantis Hotel group has announced plans to expand beyond Africa, with three new properties in the Middle East.

The African-based hotel group announced the trio of new signings at the Future Hospitality Summit. The properties are the Hawar Resort by Mantis in Bahrain, Mantis Al Baha in Saudi Arabia and Mantis Saij Mountain Lodge in the United Arab Emirates.

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The Mantis Hotel group has announced plans to expand beyond Africa, with three new properties in the Middle East. The African-based hotel group announced the trio of new signings at the Future

JW Marriott launches hotel in NairobiJW Marriott opened its second property in Kenya last month, the JW Marriott Hotel N...
08/05/2024

JW Marriott launches hotel in Nairobi

JW Marriott opened its second property in Kenya last month, the JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi in the Westlands commercial district. The other property is the JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge.

Westlands, the entertainment capital of Nairobi, is only 3km from the city's Central Business District, and 20km from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

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JW Marriott opened its second property in Kenya last month, the JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi in the Westlands commercial district. The other property is the JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge. Westlands, the

Monday Smile: Curious meerkats investigate a cameraBarry Peiser, a wildlife photographer, submitted a video to Cute Ting...
29/04/2024

Monday Smile: Curious meerkats investigate a camera

Barry Peiser, a wildlife photographer, submitted a video to Cute Tings of his once-in-a-lifetime encounter with curious meerkats.

The video, filmed in Tswalu Game Reserve, caught the moment a baby meerkat and its mother notice the camera, and approach to investigate the strange device.

Barry Peiser, a wildlife photographer, submitted a video to Cute Tings of his once-in-a-lifetime encounter with curious meerkats. The video, filmed in Tswalu Game Reserve, caught the moment a baby

Limpopo announces annual Marula FestivalThe Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism has reve...
26/04/2024

Limpopo announces annual Marula Festival

The Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism has revealed the details of the 18th Limpopo Marula Festival to celebrate the indigenous tree and its fruits.

In his speech, Rodgers Monama, MEC for Economic Development, Environment and Tourism in Limpopo, announced that the Marula Festival would be hosted in Phalaborwa from April 26 to May 4. The festival will include sporting and cultural events, where marula fruit beverages will be available.

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The Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism has revealed the details of the 18th Limpopo Marula Festival to celebrate the indigenous tree and its fruits. In his

TUI expands portfolio in East Africa The TUI Group plans to further expand in East Africa with the launch of a new brand...
23/04/2024

TUI expands portfolio in East Africa

The TUI Group plans to further expand in East Africa with the launch of a new brand, ‘The Mora’, in Zanzibar. Its latest property will open in the next few months during the Northern hemisphere spring, according to The Mora’s website.

The group recently revealed that it had eight new African hotels in the pipeline, in Cape Verde, The Gambia, Senegal, Tanzania, and Kenya. The first TUI BLUE hotel in Kenya is among the newest additions to TUI’s sub-Saharan African portfolio.

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The TUI Group plans to further expand in East Africa with the launch of a new brand, ‘The Mora’, in Zanzibar. Its latest property will open in the next few months during the Northern hemisphere

Monday Smile: Lion cubs reunite with MomWitness the heart-warming reunion of six lion cubs and their mom, as they eagerl...
15/04/2024

Monday Smile: Lion cubs reunite with Mom

Witness the heart-warming reunion of six lion cubs and their mom, as they eagerly tumble toward her when they hear her call. The video was submitted to Latest Sightings by Jaco Joubert, a guide at MalaMala Game Reserve.

Witness the heart-warming reunion of six lion cubs and their mom, as they eagerly tumble toward her when they hear her call. The video was submitted to Latest Sightings by Jaco Joubert, a guide at

Floods close camp in Garden Route National ParkHeavy rains have caused flooding at the Wilderness Section of the Garden ...
11/04/2024

Floods close camp in Garden Route National Park

Heavy rains have caused flooding at the Wilderness Section of the Garden Route National Park, affecting Ebb & Flow Camp.

Yesterday, Tuesday, April 9, SANParks sent out a release warning that initial reports indicated there had been over 200mm of rain over a six-hour period and a spring high tide. SANParks standby personnel were physically onsite from 02h00 yesterday. The rain later subsided and the Touws River was breached and was flowing strongly from the mouth directly into the sea.

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Heavy rains have caused flooding at the Wilderness Section of the Garden Route National Park, affecting Ebb & Flow Camp. Yesterday, Tuesday, April 9, SANParks sent out a release warning that initial

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