As the world prepares to mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of Nelson Mandela, the fascinating and inspiring life of this icon of democracy
It was 1998. I was invited by a friend in the ANC leadership to attend an intimate breakfast where Nelson Mandela was to be the speaker. I will never forget sitting at that table over
As the world prepares to mark the 100th anniversary of the birth of Nelson Mandela, the fascinating and inspiring life of this icon of democracy might just fire up your wanderlust. Luane Lavery, brand communications manager
Rovos Rail. – On our recent Rovos Rail Durban Safari, the first excursion was an unscheduled bonus. A visit to the Nelson Mandela Capture Site where in 1962 police waved down a car on
Friday 11 February 2011 marked the 21st Anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s release from Victor Verster Prison, today known as Drakenstein Prison outside Paarl. This after 28 years of incarceration; 22 years on Robben Island, 4 years at
As I prepare to travel to Israel for a long-overdue return trip – I lived there many years ago – it’s my much-loved and faithful backpack that I reach for in-between cleaning cameras and charging
South Africa is a unique and multifaceted country, rich in culture, diversity and history. From the vibrant cityscapes to the untamed coastlines and sprawling national parks, it promises any visitor an unforgettable experience. An all-in-one
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Rovos Rail, the World’s most luxurious train, teaches me that travel is all about the Journey.
The romance of train travel is alive and well in South Africa and beyond and luxurious trains transport guests through spectacular landscapes, with regular stops along the way to visit the key sights. As much
My article ‘Gauteng. Urban Powerhouse and Party Playground’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here on pages 4-9, and above. Also included below for easy reading. In their Uncovering South Africa issue, onRoute bring you
When one of South Africa’s worst environmental disasters unfolded 21 years ago, Lauren Waller made her way to the Salt River warehouse in Cape Town, donned rubber gloves and volunteered to help rehabilitate 19 000 oil-soaked African
In a land of plenty such as ours, where endless landscapes, white beaches, mountain peaks and abundant game await exploration, it’s not easy to select the top five South African tourist attractions. Yet in a
The Zulu Kingdom – South Africa’s KwaZulu Natal province, is known for its unique blend of natural beauty, proud cultural diversity and vibrant pulsating energy. But beyond the popular coastline is a somewhat overlooked land
As a student, there’s no better way to spend those long holidays than exploring faraway destinations. If you’ve managed to save enough money to sustain yourself and don’t have work deadlines to worry about, you’re
Wonderful news from Samara Private Game Reserve – the first lion cubs have been born. Just one year after welcoming its founder pride of lions – which I was lucky enough to see on my
I love Durban. It’s an African city. One that smells of spice and sunblock and holds childhood memories of dripping soft serves and carefully built sand castles, rickshaw rides and views towards ships bobbing on the
Having lived in the Boland for twenty years I thought I’d seen the best of what the area has to offer, that was until I spent a weekend at The Light House Boutique Suites in
Nelson Mandela would have been 100 years old on the 18th of July 2018, and to mark the occasion I was invited to join an intimate dinner at Reuben’s at the One&Only Cape Town. Gathering
When next in Pick n Pay, pick up a copy of the latest Travel Ideas magazine, it’s packed with interesting content and travel stories, and I’m very happy to have an article on my dreamy once in a
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
My article ‘Eastern Cape, Wild and Untamed’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here on pages 18-22, and above. Also included below for easy reading. In their Uncovering South Africa issue, onRoute bring you insight
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
An Urban Jewel. The Century City Hotel & Conference Centre.
My article on ‘The Sheer Indulgence of Rovos Rail’s Durban Safari’ for Air Namibia’s Flamingo Inflight Magazine is out, so if you’re flying any of their routes you may come across it. As T.S. Eliot
Train Travel. – My article on ‘Luxury Train Travel’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here and above. Included below for easy reading. ‘Train travel reminds that it is about the journey, as
“In a gentle way, you can shake the world.” Just over a hundred years ago, Mohandas Gandhi settled in a house that had been specifically designed for him by German-Jewish architect Hermann Kallenbach. The modest home
South African Tourism recently invited four international Instagrammers to MeetSouthAfrica and learn more about Nelson Mandela’s inspiring Long Walk to Freedom and explore the country through their distinct cultural lenses. For style @blakevond, design @dabito, travel
I headed to Durban for a day of exploring and to take a closer look at this sultry and laid back East Coast City, making discoveries old and new. Having been to the city many
South Africa. – South African bragging rights, I know we all have them. As I travel and explore, ever feeding my desire to learn and experience as much as I can of this world, there is
I’m deeply honoured to be featured by Xtraordinary Women as their Woman of the Month, joining a collection of incredible women. My heart bursts with an appreciation for the interest. Read the interview below and
Johannesburg. – As unlikely as it seems, on Soweto’s famous Vilankazi Street, best know to have housed two Noble Peace Prize winners, Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, there is a new attraction. A snake show.
#meetsouthafrica. – A child plays at the feet of the Nelson Mandela statue in Bloemfontein.
#meetsouthafrica. – Seen in downtown area just off the Maboneng Precinct, a mural of magnitude to the man who picked a fight for our freedom. Our Nelson Mandela.
“No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be
#meetsouthafrica – There’s not much that I love more than this country and its people. Talking about it and encouraging people to visit. I had a long successful career professionally creating dream holidays for visitors
Eastern Cape. #ShotLeft. – The Donkin Reserve is a public space gifted to the city by its founder, Sir Rufane Donkin. Equal in size to about two city blocks, its main feature is a stone pyramid monument with
