Why Sea Point Has Become Cape Town’s Most Sought-After Address

Some neighbourhoods you visit. Sea Point is one you return to. Not because of a single landmark or a particular view, although the Atlantic at sunset from the promenade will stop you mid-stride. It...

Atlantic City Reimagined: Why the Jersey Shore’s Iconic Destination Is Worth Another Look

For years, Atlantic City had a reputation problem. Tired carpets, tired buffets, tired everything. A lot of folks who grew up driving down the Atlantic City Expressway just stopped going. Hard to b...

More Than 100 Dive Sites Define The Bay Of Loreto’s World-Class Scuba Landscape

Along the eastern coast of Baja California Sur, the waters surrounding Loreto reveal a spectacular underwater landscape where volcanic islands, thriving reefs and abundant marine life converge. Pro...

How a 1950s forestry decision fuelled Japan’s modern hay fever crisis

Every spring, millions of people across Japan brace for weeks of sneezing, itchy eyes and relentless congestion. Image used for illustrative purposes/kai muro/Unsplash What many now call the countr...

Wildlife Roundup: Global wildlife good news you should know

While biodiversity loss remains one of the defining environmental challenges of our time, positive conservation stories continue to emerge from around the world. Puerto Rican crested toad/Jan P. Ze...

Conservation concerns grow over new developments near Victoria Falls

Plans for new developments near Victoria Falls have triggered growing concern among conservationists, tourism operators and environmental groups, with critics warning that unchecked construction co...

Sydney’s Forgotten Heart: Why Parramatta Deserves a Full Day of Your Trip

The entrance to Parramatta Park, like a lot of Sydney, is very modest. It looks like any other entrance to any other park. However, when you step inside and take the time to immerse yourself, somet...

Zadar, Croatia: 13 Things to Do in the City With the Most Beautiful Sunsets

Given that I have lived in Croatia my entire life, believe me when I say that this summer you should visit Zadar. In this Mediterranean city, you can enjoy a beautiful sunset while the crystal-clea...

Raft Utah’s Cataract Canyon for a Mild to Wild Adventure

The sign on the river’s left warned of the rapids to come. We were as prepared as possible, having heard about the intense Class 4+ whitewater we would encounter after reaching the Colorado and Gre...

Sun Siyam Resorts Unveils New Wellness Week Program with Regina Gimranova

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, part of Sun Siyam’s Luxury Collection, introduces a transformative Wellness Reset Program from June 15–21 in partnership with health coach and biohacker Regina Gimranova in cel...

Premium Travel to India: A Practical Guide to Flying Business Class

Long-haul flights between the US and India have become one of the most competitive parts of the international premium-travel market. Airlines now operate a growing mix of nonstop and one-stop route...

The Best Travel Bags for Weekend Getaways and Short Luxury Escapes

Packing for a two or three-night escape should feel simple. But many travelers end up wrestling with oversized suitcases or cramming essentials into bags that are too small. The right travel bag so...

How the Cape Town Marathon powers tourism, jobs and local business

As thousands of runners prepare to take to the streets for the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon on Sunday, 24 May, the event is once again proving to be far more than a race. Image: Supplied This year’s m...

Autumn on a plate: Discover Piketberg’s farm-to-table flavours

Festivals, theatre and markets: What’s happening across the country this weekend

As the final stretch of May settles over South Africa, the weekend calendar is packed with reasons to get out and explore. axxter99/Wikimedia Commons Whether you are looking for a cultural escape i...