As South Africans reinvent their approach to wellbeing, the word “wellness” now means more than endless downtime or diet smoothies by the pool. Today’s traveller wants to be both energised and indulged – think kayaking at sunrise, then unwinding with a lazy afternoon massage and a champagne toast as the sun sets – according to […]
If 2025 taught us anything, it’s that South African travellers know what they want: value, ease, and experiences worth the investment. As we head into 2026, these priorities are coming into sharp focus. From all-inclusive escapes that require zero mental effort to visa-friendly destinations that skip the admin (and cost) headache, Flight Centre’s travel experts […]
If 2024 and 2025 were about travel roaring back, 2026 is the year it gets personal: profoundly and deliberately so. Travellers are done with bucket lists and cookie-cutter itineraries. They’re craving space, reflection and stories they can claim as their own. The twist? Many are using AI to design itineraries and find those moments of […]
It’s August. While you’re blissfully waiting for spring to return, there’s a problem that’s only getting bigger: your December holiday remains unplanned. “Popular destinations for December can sell out up to six months in advance,” says Antionette Turner, GM of Flight Centre. “People know where they want to spend their holiday season and often get […]
Flight Centre Travel Group’s latest survey (across Australia, New Zealand, South Arica, the UK, the US and Canada) revealed something interesting: 9 in 10 travellers see value in using a travel agent. Among all the countries surveyed, South African travellers were the most likely to trust a travel expert, with 88% expressing confidence in their […]
South Africans are travel-smart – and right now, stretching your rand matters more than ever. According to Flight Centre’s latest Global PR Survey, which surveyed travellers in South Africa, Canada, the US, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand, we’re more likely than any other nation to adjust our holiday plans for affordability. In short, getting […]
There’s no doubt about it; solo female travel is on the rise. Global travel brand, Virtuoso, reports that women now make up 71% of solo travellers. In the US, Google searches for ‘solo female travel’ went up 131% last year alone (compared to 2023), and even the briefest look at social media reveals a wealth […]
South African travellers have a soft spot for the familiar, and last year’s Top 10 International Destinations list from Flight Centre was packed with favourites, including London, Dubai, Harare, Mauritius, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Lagos, Phuket, Paris and Auckland. But, as Antoinette Turner, General Manager of Flight Centre South Africa, explains, 2024 saw some impressive booking jumps, […]
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