Malawi has become a key highlight on an exciting new luxury rail journey from Rovos Rail, one of Africa’s most celebrated train operators. The Malawi Meander is a 16-night adventure travelling through five Southern African countries, combining spectacular landscapes, cultural experiences, wildlife encounters and luxury accommodation, with Lake Malawi and Liwonde National Park among its…
O’Two Hotels will open Mar on Mouille Point Coast in March 2027. The boutique hotel group based in Cape Town already owns a property on the oceanfront, Terra, just 500 metres away. Mar will feature 68 rooms, a rooftop pool, spa, gym and wellness studio. Two restaurants, Le Parc and Kolonaki, will open on the…
Travellers entering Zimbabwe with foreign-registered vehicles can expect stricter document checks and potentially longer border processing times following changes to the country’s temporary import permits (TIPs). The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority announced tighter controls on October 21, stating there has been widespread abuse of the TIP facility, which allows qualifying visitors to bring foreign-registered vehicles into…
Thakadu River Lodge in Madikwe, North West Province, reopened in early November following a rebuild after flooding. Situated along the Marico River, the lodge offers 12 tented suites, comprising nine luxury suites and three family suites, raised on timber decks. Facilities include dining areas, a bar, lounge and swimming pool overlooking the river. Read more…
The disciplinary case against suspended SA Tourism CEO Nombulelo Guliwe remains unresolved with related expenses of R6.18 million (US$374 000) in just over a year. Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says Guliwe, who remains suspended, received a salary of R3.6 million (US$218 000) between August 2025 and September 2026. Legal fees amounted to R1.8 million…
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts has opened its first property in Tanzania with Iberostar Selection Zanzibar, located on Muyuni Beach. The five-star resort features 358 rooms and suites with views of Mnemba Island, renowned for its coral reefs and marine life. Six restaurants serve international and Zanzibar-inspired cuisine. Guests can enjoy a mix of Indian, Asian,…