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7 reasons the West Coast makes for a great day trip from Cape Town

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvSeptember 4, 2020September 4, 2020 1,961 0

The West Coast is a lovely getaway if you want to slow down and take a quiet break but there are some truly fabulous hidden gems along the way!  …

Ready to hit the road and travel SA again? This is how you do it in 2020!

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvAugust 24, 2020August 24, 2020 1,988 0

South Africans are buzzing to get their travel on so we have a few helpful tips that will ensure smooth-sailing through the new normal.   South Africa (24 August 2020)…

6 Sizzling South African Escapes – with discount codes!

by Jared Ruttenberg@jaredincptAugust 20, 2020August 21, 2020 4,104 0

Not only are South Africans ready for their freedom, but they are also ready to help boost local businesses; so here are some great South African travel escapes… with discount…

Despite the paused tourism industry, SA ranks in top spots for 2020

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvAugust 5, 2020 1,078 0

The winners of the 2020 Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards have been announced and South African businesses got some top titles!   South Africa (05 August 2020) – 2020 has not…

These are some local scenic trips to support post-lockdown

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvJuly 22, 2020 1,336 0

Not only are South Africans ready for their freedom, but they are also ready to help boost local businesses; to do so, they are planning trips around SA.   South…

Travel South Africa – more airports set to open on 1 July!

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeJune 29, 2020 2,566 0

Mbalula said the decision to open more airports was one made after government conducted inspections at the airports, and is satisfied were satisfied with the developments.   South Africa (29…

The history of an iconic landmark, the Table Mountain cableway

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeMay 24, 2020 3,340 0

A lot has changed since that first trip in 1929, but the cableway remains one of Cape Town’s biggest tourist attractions, transporting approximately a million people annually and counting.  …

South African Travel Stories – A Snow Day in the Karoo!

by Chris Marais@KarooSpaceMay 21, 2020 1,878 0

One of the Karoo’s little-known superpowers is the ability to occasionally do snow-globe imitations at odd times.   The Karoo, South Africa (21 May 2020) – A snow day in…

New South African tourism website launches during lockdown

by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeApril 16, 2020 1,878 0

This Is South Africa launches to provide local travel inspiration and support the local tourism industry.   South Africa (16 April 2020) – The team behind the @southafrica Instagram account…

TripAdvisor stopped selling tickets to shows that have captive whales

by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvOctober 11, 2019 530 0

The international travel recommendation and review website, TripAdvisor, announced this week that they would not be selling any tickets to shows with whales.   Global – Can we get a…