South African News, Events and Press

7 February 2012: Reiterating the partnership with the Relais & Châteaux Association and Silversea Cruises, the Southern, East Africa and Indian Ocean Islands delegation hosted a private luncheon at The...

The Restaurant at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, Franschhoek, presents a truly romantic venue for a Valentine’s Day dinner in the heart of the Winelands.  Executive Chef, Darren Roberts has...

The Southern part of the African continent attracts most tourists. Most of these are wildlife enthusiasts, eager to sample the mind boggling diversity of life. Some wild animals found in...

23 January 2012 - The 5-star Hotel Izulu in Ballito renowned for its multiple dining options will be celebrating Valentines in style with two signature menus created by Executive Chef,...

Are you in search for the perfect vacation? What could be better than exploring top travel destinations in the world? There are so many places to go and see on...

Kurland Hotel in the Crags near Plettenberg Bay creates special occasions throughout the year but Valentines is always made extra special. This year, Executive Chef, Leon Coetzee has created another...

16 January 2012 – Roberto’s signature restaurant, with renowned Executive Chef, Roberto De Carvalho, celebrates the restaurant’s first Valentine’s Day with a seven course Valentine’s tasting menu. The seven course set...

Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, Franschhoek will again host its ever popular, educational Harvest Festival on Saturday, 25 February 2012 starting at 09:00. Created for the entire family as well...

Cape Town, South Africa, December,16/2011 — Sussi Safaris & Travel Services, one of the most prominent South Africa tour operators, bonded with national members of Southern African Tourism Services Association,...

Hotel Izulu in Ballito with its award-winning Impilo Spa, has introduced a new health option menu created by Executive Chef, Guy Gorrie, to complement the extensive range of treatments on...

The Gallery at Grande Provence EXHIBITION: ‘ANGELS 6’  On Sunday, 11 December 2011 at 11h00, Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, Franschhoek will showcase its annual Christmas exhibition, this year themed ‘Angels 6’...

The recently refurbished Kurland Hotel, situated in the Crags near Plettenberg Bay, and a member of the Relais & Châteaux Association, has not only been selected in the ‘Top 20...

To the west the sun was just beginning to give its final kiss before rapidly dropping from view and offering the land to the embrace of a waning moon. As we...

Among the big plus-points of the better beachfront accommodation Maputo has to offer are the sea-facing rooms, the high levels of comfort and friendly staff, a lovely pool and garden,...

The Huka Retreats is pleased to announce the appointment of Roelof ‘Rudy’ Crane to the role of Assistant Manager at Huka Lodge, Taupo, New Zealand. This iconic property is regularly...

  Paulo Coelho, Relais & Châteaux Ambassador 2012 The Brazilian author, Paulo Coelho, who has sold more than 100 million books in 71 languages, sees travel, as much in his books...

Paris, 16 November 2011   The 2012 Relais & Châteaux Trophies Every year, 12 Trophies recognise the exception men, women and properties who exemplify the requisite Relais & Châteaux standards of excellence   A...

As a result of the extensive eco-friendly initiatives implemented throughout Camp Jabulani, the 5-star luxury safari lodge in Hoedspruit and a proud member of Relais & Châteaux, the Camp has...

South Africa is the top Bird Watching destination in the world. In the surrounding areas of Bronkhorstspruit many Game and Nature Reserves attracts people to enjoy and explore the plethora...

The Relais & Châteaux Association has announced new Route du Bonheur (route of happiness) itineraries that offer guests the opportunity to experience the Southern, East Africa and Indian Ocean Islands...

We’re nearing the end of October, which means that we’re less than two months away from Christmas and the December holidays are even closer. If you haven’t planned your December...

At a SITE Crystal Awards luncheon held recently in Las Vegas, the Fuji Xerox Top Tier programme, operated by Dragonfly Africa, was chosen as a 2011 Site Crystal Award winner...

Golden Orb Tours founded by Gareth Robbins, a qualified Field Guide and Tour Guide, is now offering unique guided nature walks and hikes on the Robberg Nature Reserve, Plettenberg Bay...

After the launch of the Relais & Châteaux website in Chinese - www.relaischateaux.cn - in May 2009, the Association continues its development in Asia -Pacific and presents its first Guide...

Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, Franschhoek, part of Huka Retreats, is proud to announce that at the 2011 Winemakers’ Choice Awards, the Estate received the Diamond Award  for the Grande...

It is many people’s dream to go on a true African safari. People come from all over the world to Africa’s doorstep, South Africa to experience the experience that tops...

Camp Jabulani, the award-winning private luxury safari lodge situated in Hoedspruit, where the African bush meets 5-star opulence, presents couples with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience a honeymoon amongst Africa’s...

Hotel Izulu in Ballito renowned for its eco initiatives and multiple dining options, such as Gigi’s Brasserie, celebrates the lead up to this year’s festive season in true culinary style...

Relais & Châteaux will hold its annual workshops at the Vineyard Hotel, Cape Town on 28 September 2011, from 09:00 – 12:00 alternatively 14:00 – 17:00.   These workshops will be a...

The Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre has once again furthered its community development initiatives by supporting the Paulos Ngobeni School, its charity of choice, in collaboration with G&H Transport who has sponsored the...

Debra Collins has been employed as the new Marketing Manager and joins the Management team at Kurland Hotel near Plettenberg Bay. Debra’s appointment coincides with the completion of phase 1...

Hotel Izulu, the 5-star jewel of Ballito and a member of the prestigious Best of KZN Collection, invites guests to celebrate Secretary Day on Wednesday 7, September, in honour of...

Relais & Châteaux, an international collection of exquisite, individually owned and operated hotels, was awarded three Leading Edge Awards by readers of American Express Publishing’s Executive Travel magazine. The Association, which...

If you have ever wondered what it would like to be to live as a Game Ranger in the African bush then look no further! This five day bush experience...

Based in Pretoria Sama Tours offer motorcycle rentals and motorcycle tours in South Africa. Sama Tours is South Africa’s leading Motorcycle Touring Company. We pride ourselves on successful, well-organized motorcycle...

  When it comes to accommodation in Johannesburg people have mainly three choices to choose from. How to choose between these three accommodation spots is a not a difficult decision if...

The common traveler may seem like just that to most people, a person away from home on business, recreation, or simply a pleasure stay at one of our many well sought...

Firstly, a word on TIMINGS. Having been taking safaris into East Africa since the mid 1980's, we have a pretty good idea of where you need to be and when,...

They took off after having briefed who will be number 1, 2 and number three in the loose formation. The flight was planned back to the Gauteng area. After take-off, number...

As part of Kurland Hotel’s food and beverage culinary journey during 2011 created by Head Chef, Leon Coetzee, the month of May brings further opportunities for guests to dine at...

Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, Franschhoek will welcome Michelin star, Executive Chef, Michel Louws from its sister property, Huka Lodge, in New Zealand on Friday 27 May 2011 who will...

On Sunday, 17 April 2011 and after many months of preparation and much anticipation, five cheetahs, an adult female with three sub-adults and an adult male, were successfully relocated to...

‘The Restaurant’ at the award-winning Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, set amidst the picturesque surroundings of the magnificent Franschhoek Wine Valley, once again creates a memorable culinary experience for guests...

The Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC) welcomes guests to get involved in a hands-on approach to conservation and wildlife educational programmes through the Centre’s ‘Cheetah Conservation Training Programme’ which runs...

5 leading international Executive Chefs have offered their expertise to create an exceptional 5 course meal for the 5th ‘Big 5 MS Luncheon’, taking place on 29 May, at Grande...

To welcome Silversea Cruises and strengthen ties with its associate partner, the Relais & Châteaux, Southern, East Africa and Indian Ocean Islands delegation created a luncheon onboard the luxurious ‘Silver Wind’...

Hotel Izulu, the 5-star eco boutique hotel in Ballito, celebrates Easter in true culinary style with an indulgent à la carte ‘Easter Brunch Menu’ on Sunday 24, April at 09h00 under the...

Valverde has two wedding venues catering for 20 to 200 guests. Each wedding venue has its own chapel and reception area for the privacy of your guests. Valverde also offers...

The award-winning Kurland Hotel, Plettenberg Bay, a proud member of the Relais & Châteaux Association, will launch its 2011 season of Chef’s Tables created by the Hotel’s Head Chef, Leon...

The new Gigi’s Brasserie at Hotel Izulu in Ballito, under the guidance of Executive Chef, Guy Gorrie, has created a sophisticated High Tea for resident guests or visitors to enjoy...

At the initiative of Jaume Tàpies, Chairman of the Board of Relais & Châteaux, and Marc Haeberlin, President of Grandes Tables du Monde, Le Dîner des Grands Chefs, in honour...

 leading international Executive Chefs have offered their expertise to create an exceptional 5 course meal for the 5th ‘Big 5 MS Luncheon’, taking place on 29 May, at Grande Provence...

The five star Hunter’s Country House, Plettenberg Bay, part of the award-winning Hunter Hotels Group, and a proud member of the Relais & Châteaux Association, has been ranked as one...

Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, Franschhoek will again host its ever popular, educational Harvest Festival on Saturday, 19 February 2011 starting at 09:00. Created for the entire family as well...

A lot of people are keen to set up trips to see this spectacle in Tanzania & Kenya this year, and we have some great packages available. Firstly, a word on...

“We go for cruises… our speeds are sedate so as to enjoy the scenery” – the Silver Riders MCC, Cape Town.“Family orientated motorcycle club” – Mountain Warriors MCC, Sabie.“We’re a social biking...

All it takes is a taste of one of the many 4x4 adventures one can go on, just one off-road trip with one of your friends in his or her...

Fishing in South Africa is not just popular along the coastlines of the country. There are rivers, streams and dams across the length and breadth of the land that trout...

Aviation & air adventures are the sort of outings where you can expect to meet some fairly eccentric people doing what they love doing most – getting high on being...

There’s nothing quite like it, nothing that compares with bungee jumping. Well, maybe sky-diving… Free-falling with the ground rushing up at you has to be one of the ultimate adrenaline...

For a lot of us, the thought of vacations does not only mean lazing on the beach, picnics in the park, chilling… Instead it sets the mind racing, coming up...

It can be so exciting, riveting even – clinging to a rock face, watching your footing and carefully choosing where to hang on, where to reach for next and with...

So these guys I know are now well into paintball action and, you know, now they just wanna do and talk about it all the time. Like I’ve been wondering...

Tales of big cats ambushing their prey, hundreds of elephants descending on a dusty waterhole and the hippo that rescued a young gazelle from a crocodile… Maybe an account of...

Camp Jabulani, the 5-star jewel of the Limpopo Province and a proud member of the Relais & Châteaux Association, invites guests celebrating the romantic significance of Valentine’s Day, to indulge...

2011 starts brilliantly for Relais & Châteaux by welcoming four stunning properties to join the already 500 charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 60 countries. Above all, there is a...

Hotel Izulu in Ballito, situated close to the King Shaka International Airport and many historical locations, sports, beach activities and game reserves, has created an exceptional Valentines celebration in the...

Gretha Scheepers has been appointed as the new General Manager at the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC), part of the award-winning Camp Jabulani, situated in the heart of the Limpopo...

Actor Richard Gere was the guest of honour at a cocktail reception held at the Relais & Châteaux Maison in New York City to celebrate the unveiling of the 2011...

Hunter’s Country House, Plettenberg Bay, part of the award-winning 5-star Hunter Hotels Group and a proud member of the Relais & Châteaux Association, invites guests to experience its annual New...

Newly appointed Executive Chef, Henrico Grobbelaar, of Cape Town’s best Restaurant proudly presents his new summer menu in Azure. Available until the end of April 2011 guests visiting the award-winning...

To truly enjoy the finer things in life such as great company, excellent food, wine and the picturesque setting of Plettenberg Bay and surrounds, Kurland Hotel’s Head Chef, Leon Coetzee...

Tanja Kruger, Head Chef at the esteemed Hunter’s Country House, Plettenberg Bay, part of the Hunter Hotels Group, together with seven of the country’s leading Chefs representing South Africa, has...

Part of the international Red Carnation Hotel Collection, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa's Executive Chef and team Captain for the Culinary Team SA, Henrico Grobbelaar has proudly brought home...

Cape Town, South Africa -- Wednesday 27 October 2010 – The Right2Know Campaign started in August of this year in protest against South Africa’s proposed Protection of Information Bill. It...

Hunter’s Country House, Plettenberg Bay, home to the famous Sage Restaurant, has unveiled its new format dinner menu, aptly called, ‘All-Stars’, created by leading Head Chef, Tanja Kruger, starting from...

Hunter’s Country House, Plettenberg Bay, established in 1989, the first Hotel established by the Hunter family, proudly celebrates 21 years of service excellence this month. From its original 10 rooms,...

A strong interest by Camp Jabulani's clientele into the practices conducted at the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC) has lead to the conceptualisation of a more intensive "hands-on" ‘volun'tourism' itinerary...

At the Relais & Châteaux Annual Congress held in Cape Town last night, the historical 5-star Gorah Elephant Camp, part of the family operated Hunter Hotels Group, situated in the...

A gala dinner was held in Cape Town to mark the 36th Annual Relais & Châteaux Association Congress, hosted by re-elected International President, Jaume Tàpies, now in his second four-year...

The five-star Marataba Safari Company, part of the Hunter Hotels Group and a member of the Relais & Châteaux Association, located in the heart of Limpopo’s Marakele National Park is...

Camp Jabulani was recently honoured with a highly coveted Conde Nast Traveler World Savers Award and Adine Roode, Camp Jabulani’s Managing Director, was invited to attend the Conde Nast Traveler’s 4th annual World Savers...

It’s late afternoon in the Pilanesburg. A powerful roar breaks the silence, but this is no lion – it is the sound of a Turbine Atlas Angel, this particular Angel...

On 16 November, the top worldwide press will have the unique privilege of attending Relais & Châteaux’s first interactive, on-line press conference.  International President Jaume Tàpies will present the new...

Sama Tours is South Africa’s leading Motorcycle Touring Company. We pride ourselves on successful, well-organized motorcycle tours that offer new adventures every day. Established in 2003 as a motorcycle touring...

Hotel Izulu, Ballito, just 15 minutes from the new King Shaka International Airport , has celebrated its 6th birthday, with its owners Jackie and Owen Williams proudly opening the new 40...

For the month of November, ‘Cape Town’s Best Hotel’, as voted by Travel + Leisure magazine, The Red Carnation Hotel Collection’s five star hotel the Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa...

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The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, a member of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection, is delighted to announce the appointment of Henrico Grobbelaar as Executive Chef at the celebrated luxury...

The beautiful but cool dawn of Sunday, 28th February 2010, brought on a whole new level of built up energy and excitement for the Singita Grumeti Gallopers. Many hours of...

A jet-set style gala evening was held at the 5-star eco-experiential Hotel Izulu in Ballito on Friday 8 October 2010 to celebrate the Hotel’s sixth anniversary and to mark the...

The Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC), established as one of the leading private research and breeding facilities for endangered species in , is proud to announce the launch of its...

Located within the Kapama Private Reserve and recently voted the Conde Nast World Savers Award winner, the 5-star Camp Jabulani luxury safari lodge, the only Relais & Châteaux member property...

Tanja Kruger, Head Chef at the five star Hunter’s Country House, Plettenberg Bay, part of the prestigious Hunter Hotels Group, has been selected as one of only eight Chefs in...

ARE YOU NEEDING A VENUE FOR CLIENT ENTERTAINMENT OR STAFF TEAM BUILDING??     INDOOR KARTING is an unique and different form of entertainment to successfully integrate staff and build team spirit!!...

Red Carnation Hotels  five-star hotel in Cape Town, The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, is proud to host, for the second year, acclaimed Anglo Zulu War raconteur Rob Caskie on...

Hotel Izulu in Ballito has been awarded Platinum status for its extensive wine list at the Diners Club Winelist Awards 2010. States Managing Director Grant Pringle: “This is a wonderful...

Hunters Country House, Plettenberg Bay, part of the family owned and operated Hunter Hotel Group was awarded the highest accolade of a Diamond Award at the 2010 Diners Club Winelist...

The Diners Club Winelist Awards 2010 has presented the prestigious Kurland Hotel in Plettenberg Bay with a Platinum Award for its outstanding wine list. Comments General Manager Allyson du Plooy:...

Adding to its award winning repertoire, the 5 star Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate in Franschhoek has been awarded a ‘Double Gold’ for the Grande Provence Chardonnay 2009, only 28...

Cape Town’s popularity as a top tourist hot spot is world renown. Situated directly between the Atlantic and Indian oceans, the city resides on the Cape Peninsula, a landmass that...

The prestigious family owned and operated luxury 5-star safari lodge Camp Jabulani, located within the private Kapama Game Reserve, Hoedspruit, has retained the services of The P.R Team for all...

The 5-star Camp Jabulani, Hoedspruit, a proud member of the Relais & Châteaux Association has been awarded the highly coveted ‘Conde Nast Traveler World Savers Award’ due to the luxury...

The legendary five star award-winning Cape Town Hotel Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa dedicates the month of September to a ‘heritage of food’ with a new set choice menu in...

Sjani Cuyler has been appointed as the new General Manager at the 5-star Marataba Safari Company in the Waterberg, part of the prestigious Hunter Hotels Group and a proud member...

The prestigious 5-star Hunter’s Country House and home to the ever popular Sage Restaurant, perfectly positioned in the heart of the Garden Route and a part of the Hunter Hotels...

Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate will once again take part in the annual Franschhoek Uncorked festival - a weekend celebration of winemaking, fine food and all the fun that accompanies...

The five-star Cape Town Hotel, Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, South Africa, part of the prestigious Red Carnation Hotel Collection, has been voted as one of the top 10 Hotels...

The five star eco-luxury Hotel Izulu, Ballito, invites guests to indulge in an à la carte ‘Poolside Lunch’ set in the magnificent organic gardens, in celebration of Women’s Day on...

The Hunter Hotels Group has become one of the first hotel groups in South Africa to welcome the vida e caffè selection of coffees in to its 5-star boutique hotel,...

The Hong Kong Country Club regularly offers unique culinary events for the enjoyment of its many members and recently approached Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate, to present just such an...

The family owned and operated 5-star Hunter Hotels Group, consisting of four ultra chic luxury establishments, all proud members of Relais & Châteaux, participated in one of the most celebrated...

Hotel Izulu, the renowned 5-star eco boutique hotel in Ballito is offering a unique July special for VIP guests to attend the Vodacom July Handicap. The ‘Sport of Kings’ weekend include...

The luxury Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, regarded as one of Cape Town’s finest 5-star properties, celebrates August as the ‘Absolutely Fabulous’ month at the award-winning Spa honouring iconic women...

The Inzolo Wellness Suite, situated at the historical five-star Hout Bay Manor, Cape Town, embraces the winter season with its exclusive organic spa packages consisting of the African-inspired all natural...

Tsala Treetop Lodge’s Estate Horticulturist, Colin Murphy has released a wood owl back in to the forest, in which Tsala is situated, which had recently been rehabilitated after it flew...

The Hunter Hotels Group, consisting of four ultra luxury, family owned and operated 5-star establishments, all proud members of Relais & Châteaux, is participating in one of the most celebrated...

The five-star Kurland Hotel, Plettenberg Bay, a proud member of Relais & Châteaux, will participate in one of the most celebrated annual events on the Garden Route, the ‘Pick n...

After extensive research, it was discovered that no one offers trike tours in the Cape Town area. Cape Trike Tours imported a state of the art trike, built in Germany,...

Vuvuzelas will blow, giant inflatable soccer balls will be paraded and the soccer-themed art of local artists will come to grace the spaces of tourists, as an entertaining line-up of...

The award-winning 5-star Kurland Hotel, Plettenberg Bay, a proud member of Relais & Chateaux, invites guests to indulge in an a la carte three-course lunch in celebration of Father's Day,...

The 5-star Kurland Hotel, Plettenberg Bay, a proud member of Relais & Chateaux, embraces the winter season and entices guests to the year-round moderate climate of the Garden Route with their...

Dragonfly Africa, with a Johannesburg Head Office, is considered one of Southern Africa's leading Destination Management and Inbound Travel Companies and operates in the North American, Australia/New Zealand and Russian...

To create awareness with the younger generation on the importance of healthy eating and living a more environmentally aware lifestyle, Kurland now offers children’s menus that draw on seasonal specialties...

International House introduces 2010 FIFA World Cup language courses for the Hospitality & Tourism sectors    Cape Town, 20 July 2009: International House World Organisation (IHWO) recently opened an affiliate language...

Sutherland may be famous as one of the coldest places in South Africa, but it is also home to some spectacular historical sites as well as a Planetary Observatory. Dutch Reformed...

The Eastern Cape is South Africa's second largest and most diverse province It's a great sun, sand a sea destination with a coastline that runs from temperate rocky shores in the...

The Winelands Region samples the best that the Cape has to offer, gently tosses it in a naturally beautiful landscape, seasons it with a rich cultural heritage and serves it...

The Transkei area of the Eastern Cape has become a regular destination for tourists. The Transkei is especially attractive to tourists who seek an "African experience". Coffee Bay and Port St. John's...

Cape Town has had a long and turbulent history. With Apartheid still linger in the minds and hearts of its people. Transformation has led to the new ‘Rainbow Nation’, which...