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12 affordable stays and where to play in KZN
KwaZulu-Natal has a wonderful mix of coastal and inland destinations with plenty of affordable accommodation in between. We’ve chosen 12 places that have been reviewed by Getaway over the years. Have a...
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Two trendy city hotels any millennial will want to check into
Self-service check-ins, selfie walls, enormous graffiti artworks and staff who wear kilts – these two innovative hotels in Johannesburg and Cape Town sure do stand out. 1. Sandton swag, nice price...
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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Dream Deals
The much anticipated KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Dream Deals have started! With over 30 destinations to choose from in Europe or the USA, you’re bound to find that dream destination you’ve always wanted...
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Orangutan trekking through Borneo’s wild jungles
Borneo’s jungles teem with life, and one of its greatest treasures is the orangutan. Searching for them is an experience you’ll remember forever. Parts of Batang Ai National Park were cleared for...
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A book-lovers guide to Joburg
A good book can make hours spent on the road that much more enjoyable. An even greater book takes you on a journey introducing you to a whole new world, without living the comfort of your home. Here’s...
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Soaring at full moon on a night-time Cape Canopy tour
‘Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz’ does not represent snoring in this part of the Western Cape. From sunset to full moon, it is quite the opposite. The sound you hear belongs to steel cables delivering a bunch of...
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How to prepare for South Africa’s toughest hike
The Amatola Hiking Trail is unbelievably scenic and spectacularly gruelling. The six-day, five-night hiking trail traverses the breathtaking Amatola Mountains in the Eastern Cape, starting at Maden Dam...
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A biker’s three-day dream trip from Joburg to Cape Town
Driving to Cape Town? Try this three-day route from Joburg. It’s packed with great gravel roads for adventure bikers, but you can do a tar version in your sedan too. You’ll climb this glorious mountain...
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10 of our all-time favourite stays across South Africa
Here’s a list of our all-time favourites accommodation spots across South Africa – put them on your 2018 holiday list now. Expert reviewer Pippa de Bruyn has been inspecting holiday places across South...
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Discover true mountain magic at Golden Gate National Park
To get the best views at Golden Gate, you have to stay at Highlands Mountain Retreat. It’s the most private of all the accommodation offerings in the park, perched on the top of a mountain at 2200...
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A swingin’ jazz guide to Joburg
Braamfontein is the centre of a creative revival, and at its heart is renowned jazz club The Orbit. Jazz musician Thandi Ntuli shares where to go to access the energy. The insider: Getaway’s Welcome...
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A ride down crazy street
We know it’s always the little-known roads that offer the surprises. Sometimes the surprise is more than you bargained for. Halfway between here and there (the exact location he can’t reveal), Tyson...
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Ed’s letter: I see you eyeballing Cape Town, Schadenfreude!
Cape Town’s tourism status is under seige. Let’s consider the issues. View of Cape Town from a helicopter. Lately, there’ve been a couple of assaults on Cape Town’s status as the world’s top...
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16 wheelchair-friendly accessible attractions to visit in South Africa
South Africa has become more aware of travellers with special requirements. Many tourism establishments have also kept in mind the importance of parking bays, toilet facilities, placing rails and ramps...
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8 tips for climbing the world’s highest active volcano
Have you ever wanted to climb the world’s largest active volcano? Well, this is how you do it. Ojos del Salado is the tallest active volcano in the world. Nine of the ten highest active volcanoes in...
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5 local chefs share their favourite foodie escapes
Want to know where local chefs spend their holidays – and whether they get to hang their aprons up? This is how they travel and unwind from their work. You can find the Chefs on Holiday feature every...
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Sightseeing False Bay the ‘kiff’ way in just one day
Running from Muizenberg to Cape Point, False Bay is one of the largest bays along the South African coastline. The water this side of the Cape is warmer and occasionally, you will find surfer’s heads...
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Three wildlife heroes you should know about
From rhinos to meerkats and educating youth, here are three conservationists from all walks of life, doing their best to protect SA’s wildlife. 1. Sgt Anton Mzmimba Mzimba sees his profession as a...
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20 hilarious (and rather harsh) TripAdvisor comments
South Africa has more than a handful of remarkable tourist attractions. Some of our iconic destinations have received excellent reviews on TripAdvisor, but they also sometimes miss the mark. We...
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Our late summer guide to the Cape Winelands
Want to soak up the last of the summer rays and see the captivating Cape Winelands during the bustling grape harvest season? Now is the best time to plan a trip. The weather is also a little cooler and...
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