Holidays
latest news & developmentsHow to survive Easter
From braais to short trips and chocolate heists, here’s how to survive and savour Easter Week the South African way
An invigorating chat with Uniquely Toned
Our aim is to help people take control of their health before problems get worse
A holiday for the soul: Home is where the beach is
Revisiting a childhood holiday spot — Chintsa in the Eastern Cape — helped to kickstart recovery from burnout and depression
Zimbabweans living in South Africa may be unable to travel home for the holidays
According to the government’s latest Covid-19 guidelines, anyone coming into Zimbabwe must quarantine in a hotel for 10 days — at their own expense
You deserve a break
Wander List
Take me to the Karoo
Wander List
South African treasures that should be on your radar
These ten little magical events and experiences can stop you taking the delights on your doorstep for granted
A guide to saving bucks these holidays
Here are ways for you to avoid overspending on your travels as you decide what to do and where to go these holidays
A clever plan for silly season
What we’re seeing is state-sponsored anarchy
When pudding is no trifling matter
"And for as long as Koo does not change its canned peaches recipe and raspberry jelly is still pink, the family trifle pudding will stay the same".
There’s more to Bermuda than shorts
The tiny island surrounded by a turquoise Atlantic offers pink beaches, a mix of British and American culture and needs many US dollars.
New SA: ‘White people sleep on the floor, black people sleep in houses’
sThe title of Hlatshwayo’s book is not entirely false, just very nearly so. Black people do go caravanning —just exceedingly seldom.
Seaside sketches: Margate’s pounding waves belie its languid tide
The town’s prosaic edge has been worn down over time by a carefree, sometimes careless ocean breeze.
Places to recover your soul
South Africa offers many opportunities to escape the rat race and connect with your inner being.
Workaholics welcome: Relax, you can stay wired
If the idea of being unplugged while you’re away terrifies you, perhaps a ‘co-working holiday’ will give you the necessary chance to relax.