Cape Town’s Groot Constantia recently celebrated 333 years of winemaking with a gathering of media, winemakers and friends, who enjoyed the fine produce of the valley as the three key aspects of old meets new
Good news matters, especially when it relates to wildlife and creatures of the ocean, and the De Hoop Collection is giving us just that after their weekend count of Southern Right Whales. I actually had
Also known as Krung Thep in Thai, the city of Bangkok is Thailand’s capital and home to over 8 million people. Occupying approximately 1,568.7 square kilometers in the Chao Phraya River delta in Central Thailand, it is
Imagine being in India, learning about ancient art and the healing powers of yoga, meditation, Ayurveda while experiencing deep transformation in your body, mind and soul. Just imagine. Few places in the world are as
This July I’m joining the Two Oceans Aquarium challenge to refuse the top four single-use plastics, that is plastic shopping bags, straws, takeaway containers (plastic coffee cup lids, cutlery, etc.) and plastic water bottles – and encourage
This past week I was invited to join The Black Cellar Club, as they previewed the video of their recent Route 62 Brandy Tour. Sponsored by the SA Brandy Foundation, they were introduced to
Ocean Sole is an ocean conservation group located in Kenya that turns flip-flop pollution into art and functional products, simultaneously promoting the love of the oceans. Their philosophy reads as follows: Vision: Waste-free oceans. Mission: To become
If you missed it last year, just a note to say that the second annual #Chefs4Soil is to be held at the award-winning Chefs Warehouse Beau Constantia on 20 June, when top chef Ivor Jones
At a recent Travel Massive Event hosted by the Two Oceans Aquarium where they served a water-wise menu using only biodegradable products, we were treated to some insight into the work that they do there in
This week Cape Town played home to We Are Africa, Africa’s hottest gathering of high-end African travel brands, world-class buyers, and top international press. I was lucky enough to attend in my own capacity, taking
‘In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.’ – John Muir I love being in the bush. Stepping into the wild for time that is focussed entirely on reconnecting with nature;
I’m returning to Lisbon next week, indulging my rather desperate need to live there for a while. In this case, it will be for two weeks of apartment living, working and writing as per norm, in
In January I visited Lisbon for the first time. At a whim, to appease a need to see the Portuguese city I’d long dreamed of, I booked a ticket with TAAG, Angola’s airline that offers
I was asked recently by Katherine Graham to offer my thoughts on Investing in African Travel as she compiled an article for kulula’s khuluma Inflight magazine This is her feature and all the reasons why it is Africa’s time to
One of the world’s most coveted and controversial gems, I took a look at the background, beauty and regulation standards of diamonds for Fastjet’s Places in-flight magazine. Read below my ‘Diamonds in the Rough.’ The
If beer is your drink of choice, make sure it’s from a carbon neutral brewery. Darling Brew, a gorgeous craft brewery in the town of Darling in the Western Cape, is making environmental waves. Having
Writing by my (returned to) maiden name Dawn Bradnick, I told kulula’s khuluma in-flight magazine about my behind the wheel dizzying road trip through an ancient world. Meet Me In Morocco, Thelma and Louise style, is
The Art of Conscious Travel. My tips on how to be a better traveller.
Bringing Together People who Care about the Environment As most of you may know, Pringle Bay is my home from home, my safe place and sanctuary, where my parents live and where I escape to
Imagine you had just five days to experience the best of Singapore. That during this time you’d encounter highrises, rooftops, culture, gardens, history, rivers, sea, prime attractions and adrenalin pumping activities. That you’d share it
Greenpop Gears up for the largest citizen-led reforestation festival in Africa
Just over a week ago I attended the prestigius opening of the ARTEM galleria, where beautiful people, inspiring visionaries, generous hearts, remarkable art and good friends gathered. I was, of course, thrilled to be included. The
In the Summer Edition of The Coffee Magazine I contributed the cover story on the intrepid coffee adventures of Travel Designer, Ozzy Yerlikaya. It turns out they were interested in my rather intrepid travels and the
My interview with Ozan (Ozzy) Emre Yerlikaya for Melanie Winter of Coffee Magazine was such a fun one to do. I have such admiration for his passion, work ethic and desire to please all he meets with
London is a city with a population of around 8.7 million with strong Roman Britain roots – and despite Brexit, remains the economic powerhouse of Europe. Samuel Johnson famously said that when you’re tired of
Sundowners: it’s a word that’s synonymous with summer holidays and evokes images of evening sunlight glinting off your cold cocktail, sand in your toes and salt on your skin. With the festive season underway, Luane
I recently saw a meme that nearly broke my heart. It showed a puppy labrador with a bow, being gifted for Christmas marked Year 1, with a pic of the same dog a year later
Rwanda’s Kigali. As experienced on my visit.
Have you ever been upgraded to Business Class? I just was by Qatar Airways and it may just have ruined me for life. Problematic really, as I do between 40 and 45 flights a year for
My wonderful MSC Sinfonia Cruise from Durban to Mozambique Island is now published in the Air Namibia in-flight magazine, Flamingo. The helicopter hovers overhead as the MSC Sinfonia pulls out of Durban’s port, the deck
On 22 November by invitation of Big Ambitions, I co-hosted and presented at their first-ever Big Connect event in Cape Town, where the focus was to encourage essential conversation between travel brands and bloggers. The
I was invited on to the Expresso Morning Show on SABC 3 to talk about dream holidays and Avios SA with Graeme Richards. Watch the video to see me getting animated with those hands and rather serious about how I would
24 hours in Franschhoek will never be enough, except to affirm that this gorgeous Cape Winelands town, so steeped in history and tradition, has a myriad of activities, attractions, restaurants, wine estates and offerings that
As South Africans we know all too well how much money goes into an international trip. Beyond the cost of long-haul flights, we need to convert our hard-earned Rands into foreign currency and often end
At last I got to walk through some of the galleries at the exciting new Zeitz MOCAA. In a word – go. The design and architecture is revolutionary with remnants of the ancient grain silos perfectly
I love to walk, and while walking has long been known for its health benefits such as lowered blood-pressure, improved cognition, eased back-pain and more, it’s also my preferred way to explore while travelling. It’s
It’s that time of year when you need to start planning a trip to the Eastern Cape to plant trees and make a difference. Set in the majestic Amathole mountain range near Hogsback in the Eastern
One of the things that I love most about my job is that I get to meet inspiring people that are following their dreams in beautiful parts of the world, and hear their story. That
I’d heard much about Brahman Hills in the heart of the KwaZulu Natal Midlands and each time the name was mentioned it conjured up images of gently rolling hills, relaxed romance and a historic land now
Axum is one of the most photogenic places I’ve ever visited. The buildings that line the streets are faded shades of blue and green, wood-laden donkeys and camels weave their way between tuk-tuks and dated
Some countries hold an allure and mystery that is deeply imbedded in their ancient history, rich culture and national pride, and Ethiopia is certainly one of them. Travelling with the award winning Ethiopian Airlines earlier this
Any given day is a good day to go on safari. Especially when it’s to a luxury lodge in a malaria free wilderness that offers excellent game viewing and accommodation so stylish you’ll think you’ve
This past week we held our Winter Travel Massive event gathering at O on Kloof Boutique Hotel & Spa for a Pre-Mandela day celebration. It was one of the most stylish and elegant events we’ve enjoyed.
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I love Paternoster for its photogenic fishermen’s cottages, shades of blue, kilometres of near empty beaches, fine selection of restaurants and interesting items for sale in the carefully curated shops and galleries. The dramatic sunsets
“My mind bursts with the visual memories that two weeks in Central Africa have brought me. Senses heightened, emotions peeked, body weary; I think back on the experiences. Time in a reunited and reconciled Rwanda,
Today on Africa Day it seems appropriate to share the words from Thabo Mbeki’s “I Am an African” speech, which he made on behalf of the African National Congress in Cape Town on 8 May
By invitation of Mira Weiner of Hot Oven Marketing, I joined Seth Shezi in the country for a weekend of food and wine exploration in a lesser known region of the Cape Winelands. The experience started
My article ‘Top Eating Experiences in your City’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here on pages 52-56, and above. Included below for easy reading. I really loved writing this and sharing my favourite places
