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Air France has announced the extension of its seasonal route to Cape Town, which now runs until April 27, 2025, offering flexibility and convenience for travelers. Three weekly flights between Paris and Cape Town will continue from 30 March to 27 April 2025, ensuring strong connectivity between Europe and South Africa. This extension reflects Air France's commitment to meeting travel demand during this exciting period, including the Easter holidays and the start of South Africa's autumn tourist season. Wilson Tauro, Air France-KLM South Africa Country Manager, said: “Cape Town continues to be a popular destination for travelers from around the…

Air France-KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Kolet, a French start-up specializing in eSIM technology, as its new eSIM partner, offering customers access to over 190 countries. We offer possible connectivity solutions at preferential rates. Easily add an eSIM* to your smartphone by visiting https://airfrance.shop.kolet.com/ and https://klm.shop.kolet.com/ or by downloading the Kolet app and entering code AFKLDATA can be purchased and installed. It's also easy and economical. The company's customers can choose a prepaid data plan to get instant mobile data** even before takeoff, and enjoy reliable internet connectivity as soon as they…

Dorp recently held a summer celebration that brought together friends old and new to relaunch the hotel. Guests were able to peek behind the doors of Cape Town's best-kept secret. This building is a hidden gem located at the top of Signal Hill in the colorful and historic Bo-Kaap district on the edge of the city centre. How do you explain the joy of Dorp? Dorp (meaning 'village' in Afrikaans) is a haven of nostalgic design that blends into the natural landscape, and its size and intricate layout belie its modest whitewashed Georgian façade. It offers a range of rooms,…

It's December. Out-of-office replies are piling up, holiday playlists are taking over the airwaves, and most of us have already spent half the holidays in our heads. Whether you're daydreaming about a beachside vacation or want to make the most of your vacation, there's probably one thing you're probably already gearing up for. It's travel insurance. These are some of the perks of going on a family vacation. But what about all the business trips you've taken this year and those you'll be taking once January rolls around? How prepared are you for the unexpected? Karen Botha, Sales Manager at…

Airlink flights between Cape Town and St Helena Island resumed seasonal service on Saturday 7 December. Flights between South Africa's 'Mother City' and the South Atlantic island will operate every Saturday until 29 March 2025. This will strengthen the weekly schedule between Johannesburg and St Helena, which will operate on Tuesdays during the summer season. Before 2017, when commercial flights to St. Helena's new airport began operating, the only way to reach St. Helena Island was a five-day boat trip from Cape Town. Now, Airlink puts this bucket list destination within easy reach of visitors. “The flight time between Cape…

At Go2Africa, we are proud members of the Nawili Group, headquartered in Cape Town and Nairobi and establishing ourselves as the leading African safari experts. Our commitment to driving positive change is what drives us to create unparalleled safari experiences that stay with you long after your trip is over. With over 25 years of experience, we boast in-depth knowledge and strong relationships with a network of over 1,000 carefully selected partners across Southern and Eastern Africa. Recognized by prestigious publications such as Condé Nast Traveler and Travel & Leisure, our team of safari experts has earned the highest accreditation…

Cape Town's iconic hotel offers a unique new way to create vacation memories This summer, Cape Town holidays get even more exciting as Cape Town's iconic Cape Grace Hotel offers guests the unique experience of exploring the Mother City on a Vélosophy RE:CYCLE bicycle It will be. Swedish lifestyle brand Vélosophy has teamed up with Nespresso to use recycled aluminum from Nespresso coffee capsules in the production of its limited edition RE:CYCLE bike. Nespresso is committed to the belief that coffee can be a force for good, by empowering farmers through its global recycling efforts and sustainable quality farming practices,…

Moro Lounge offers exciting entertainment options for adults Wild Coast Sun has unveiled Moro Lounge, an adult entertainment venue offering a vibrant fusion of traditional and contemporary styles set to the latest music. Taking its name from the Xhosa greeting 'moro' meaning 'hello' or 'welcome', the lounge is rooted in local tradition with modern features such as LED downlighting and backlighting. Experience a warm and lively atmosphere. The latest upgrades come after Wild Coast Sun achieved a four-star rating from the South African Tourism Ratings Council for both the hotel and conference and exhibition centre. “We celebrate our location on…

There's plenty to do on the KZN South Coast this summer, from the many Blue Flag beaches and nature reserves to inland tours and extreme adventures. Now there's even more for visitors who want to try something different: Melville's Upside Down House! This is an unusual sightseeing spot that overturns the concept of a traditional house, where you walk on the roof while looking up at the floor and furniture. Beyond the entertainment aspect, Upside Down House also encourages discussion about art, architecture and perception, encouraging visitors to engage with their environment in unconventional ways. Enjoy summer on the KZN…

The subtropical climate and fertile landscape create favorable agricultural conditions, and the KZN South Coast is listed as one of the country's leading macadamia nut producing regions. Local producers have doubled their production over the past four years, paving the way for exciting opportunities for investors looking to take advantage of this growing global demand. South Africa is one of the world's leading macadamia nut producers, with Mpumalanga topping the trading list, while KwaZulu-Natal will receive more than R50 million in the 2023 marketing year, according to the KwaZulu-Natal Trade and Investment Authority. The country boasted a positive macadamia nut…