Tag: South Africa tourism

From South Africa, Seabourn Quest continues north through the Atlantic toward Europe, ending in Dover, England

Seabourn centers 2028 Cape-to-Cape world cruise on South Africa

At a Glance Luxury cruise operator Seabourn is putting South Africa at the center of its 2028 Cape to Cape World Cruise, a move that reflects the country’s growing pull among high-spending, long-haul travelers. The 120-day journey, aboard Seabourn Quest, is designed as a global crossing rather than a point-to-point holiday, linking the Americas, Antarctica, Africa and Europe in a…

Oluwatosin Alao December 23, 2025

Durban’s beaches sit at the center of a broad tourism

Business Tourism

Durban approves full beach access as festive tourism rises

At a Glance Durban has opened its entire coastline to swimmers just as the city moves into one of its most important holiday periods of the year. After months of preparation and stepped-up monitoring, local officials say every public beach has met national water safety standards. The announcement comes at a crucial moment. December travel has begun to pick up…

Oluwatosin Alao December 3, 2025

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How South African billionaire, Tony Tabatznik is transforming Boschendal into a winelands economic powerhouse

Boschendal’s heritage estate is driving South Africa’s Winelands economy through tourism, sustainability and premium farm-to-table experiences.

Feyisayo Ajayi December 2, 2025

The reopening offers welcome relief for safari lodges

Business Tourism

Kruger reopens Orpen gate after community protest ends

At a Glance Access to one of South Africa’s busiest safari entry points has been fully restored after a brief shutdown triggered by local protest action. South African National Parks confirmed that Orpen Gate at Kruger National Park reopened Dec. 1, reopening a key route into the heart of the reserve. The closure had come at a sensitive time. December…

Oluwatosin Alao December 2, 2025

The Grand Parade, framed by City Hall, remains an anchor point for these celebrations.

Entertainment Tourism

Festive lights return as Cape Town opens holiday season

At a Glance Cape Town is preparing for one of its most anticipated public events as the Festive Lights Switch-On returns to the Grand Parade on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025. The celebration, now in its 56th year, has long marked the unofficial start of the city’s holiday season, drawing tens of thousands of residents and visitors into the historic city…

Oluwatosin Alao November 27, 2025

Elephant at Hapoor Dam, Addo national park

Luxury Tourism

Hapoor Dam restoration begins at Addo park to protect wildlife

At a Glance Addo Elephant National Park, one of South Africa’s busiest wildlife destinations, has begun a major restoration of the Hapoor Dam as part of a wider push to secure long-term water access for its animals. The landmark waterhole, known for close-up elephant sightings, has deteriorated in recent years as shifting ground conditions made it harder—and in some cases…

Oluwatosin Alao November 25, 2025

Luxury Tourism

Stellenbosch debuts unique wine tractor experience for tourists

At a Glance City Sightseeing Cape Town has started a guided wine tractor tour in Stellenbosch, which is a new option for tourists to view one of South Africa's most famous wine areas. This is a new way for travelers to see one of South Africa's most famous wine regions. The trip includes seeing vineyards, tasting wines the old-fashioned way,…

Oluwatosin Alao September 19, 2025