Mar 10, 2024 • 5 min read
From festival fun to the best time for safaris and whale-watching, this seasonal guide will help you pick the best time to visit South Africa in 2024.
Dec 8, 2023 • 6 min read
These next-level travel gifts might be out of reach, but hey, you never know.
Nov 30, 2023 • 5 min read
We asked a trio of our South African correspondents for recommendations about where they vacation in their country.
Sep 11, 2023 • 6 min read
No matter what your budget, get the most from your money while traveling in South Africa with these helpful tips.
Sep 9, 2023 • 4 min read
Don't spoil your trip to sensational South Africa by not having your travel documents in order. Here's what you need to know about visas for South Africa.
Sep 6, 2023 • 9 min read
South Africa is home to some of the most stunning landscapes on the planet – it's the perfect road-trip country. Here's our pick of the best.
Sep 4, 2023 • 9 min read
From safety tips to guidance on local etiquette, here are things every traveler should know before going to South Africa.
Sep 1, 2023 • 7 min read
South Africa has plenty to offer families, from safari experiences to resort stays. Here are the best kid-friendly experiences.
Aug 27, 2023 • 6 min read
South Africa is twice the size of Texas, which can make getting around a little tricky. But don't worry – we've got everything you need to know.
Nov 24, 2022 • 5 min read
The braai (barbecue) may be a national pastime. But South Africa's culinary diversity reflects its multicultural society.
Nov 15, 2022 • 8 min read
Complementing the internationally known vineyards, a new generation of South African chefs is propelling the country’s culinary scene forward.
Aug 23, 2022 • 10 min read
Tourists are volunteering to protect Africa’s threatened & endangered rhinos. Here’s what it’s like on the front lines.
Jul 14, 2022 • 7 min read
In honor of Nelson Mandela International Day on July 18, follow his legacy throughout South Africa.
Jan 28, 2022 • 11 min read
South Africa's windswept coastline is packed with superb beaches. From family favorites in Cape Town to world-famous surf spots, here are the very best.
Jan 5, 2022 • 8 min read
Preserving mountains, grasslands, beaches and deserts, South Africa's national parks are natural wonders. Here's a guide to South Africa's best reserves.
Nov 30, 2021 • 10 min read
South Africa boasts of many multi-day hiking trails, and walkers can set off on plenty of amazing day hikes as well.
Oct 5, 2021 • 8 min read
Get excited but also be prepared for adventure. Here's what you need to know prior to your first South African safari.
Sep 17, 2020 • 5 min read
A surprising victim of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the African rhino. Here's how.
Jan 31, 2020 • 13 min read
Follow the trail of fortune-hunters through the mountains and end with animal encounters on one of the country’s original safaris.
Nov 11, 2019 • 9 min read
Christo Brand started as Nelson Mandela’s prison guard, but he went on to forge a bond of friendship with the icon.
Oct 31, 2019 • 6 min read
When it comes to planning a safari in Africa, there is one big question you need to answer before starting. Are you ready for a self-drive safari?
Oct 22, 2019 • 5 min read
If you’ve never before been on safari in Africa, you may wonder how your days will be spent. Here we run down what you can expect, from dawn to nightfall.