5 OF THE SEXIEST BEACHES IN THE CARIBBEAN
When it comes to beaches, not all sea-and-sandscapes are created equal! Even in the Caribbean, world-renowned for its cerulean waters, blue skies, and swaying palms, some beaches are just more dramatic over-the-top gorgeous – and sexier – than others! Presenting five of the most seductive Caribbean...
TOP 10 TRAVEL TRENDS BROUGHT BY COVID
The pandemic has affected us. Even for good sometimes. This is how some of the healthy travel trends of the last two years seem destined to remain on the market. Below are travel trends that are all in at the moment all thanks to Covid. ...
SARS SOUTH AFRICAN TRAVELLER DECLARATION SYSTEM
HOW THE SOUTH AFRICAN TRAVELLER DECLARATION WORKS The new online Traveller Declaration System will be introduced at all South African international airports, commencing with King Shaka International Airport on the 29th of November 2022. The system will be progressively implemented with other international airports planned...
GET READY FOR A NEW CHAPTER OF INCENTIVE TRAVEL
Incentive programmes are now trending towards wellness and luxury, and with more downtime-built in. A webinar hosted recently by the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) examined incentive travel destination preferences and their impact on motivation. They outlined various incentive trends, noting how pent-up demand is driving activity and...
TOP 5 TRAVEL TRENDS IN 2023
In the next 12 months and beyond, we will witness a continuous change in the way we travel. New tools, solutions, and knowledge, as well as easier transit through airports and the ability to travel with less luggage, are clear travel trends of the next...
TOP 20 INCENTIVE TRAVEL DESTINATIONS FOR 2023
If your sales incentive trip seeks fresh ideas, it may be time to consider new incentive travel destinations. Here’s what we are seeing as hot and happening and luxurious destinations that appeal to incentive winners for something new and fresh for 2023 and beyond. 1....
TOP 10 GEN Z TRAVEL DESTINATIONS FOR 2023
Young, adventurous, with an appreciation for culture, and very independent, generation Z has big travel plans for 2023. These young travellers prefer solo travel over traveling with friends and appreciate great culture in affordable destinations rather than luxury resorts. Thus, these 10 Gen Z travel...
WHAT’S THE NEXT BIG THING IN LUXURY TRAVEL?
Luxury travel is bouncing back, but the sector is looking anything but the same. New trends have taken root and are shaking up the world of affluent travel. These include a boom in experiential travel at the high end of the market, retreats with a strong...
SHOULD YOU CHECK YOUR EMAIL ON VACATION?
SHOULD YOU CHECK YOUR EMAIL ON VACATION? It’s surprising what strong opinions there are about whether to check your emails when you’re on vacation. The truth is, that one’s inbox looms large, no matter your line of work nor how far you’ve strayed from your desk. It’s...
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW IF AN ‘SSSS’ CODE SHOWS UP ON YOUR BOARDING PASS
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW IF AN 'SSSS' CODE SHOWS UP ON YOUR BOARDING PASS SSSS stands for Secondary Security Screening Selection. It’s the Transportation Security Administration’s way of flagging airline passengers for “enhanced” screening. An SSSS code stamped on your boarding pass overrides pre-approval through a...
BEST INFINITY POOLS IN THE WORLD
18 OF THE BEST INFINITY POOLS IN THE WORLD, FROM CRUISE SHIP DECKS TO SAFRI LODGES The world’s top infinity pools are all about blurring the lines between the man-made and the natural. Hanging out in infinity swimming pools allows swimmers to immerse themselves in stunning landscapes...
WHO ARE THE WORLD’S BEST AIRLINES FOR 2022?
WHO ARE THE WORLD'S BEST AIRLINES FOR 2022? Regarded as 'the Oscars of the aviation industry', Skytrax's 2022 World Airline Awards saw the industry gather at the Langham Hotel in London, United Kingdom, on Friday, 23 September to celebrate the first in-person event in two years. The...
9 REASONS TO LOVE MAURITIUS
9 REASONS TO LOVE MAURITIUS Mauritius is an exclusive Island, says Ashwin Cahoolessur, an officer at the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority. There are no low-cost flights, and half of the island’s 101 hotels have five stars. Unlike other islands in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius isn’t focused...
SOME OF THE BEST WINERIES AROUND CAPE TOWN
Some of the Best Wineries around Cape Town Along with world-class vino, the Cape’s wine routes deliver breathtaking beauty, eye-catching architecture—heritage Cape Dutch manor houses alongside ultra-modern cellars—and a generous dollop of South African hospitality. Forward-thinking wineries, from Constantia to Stellenbosch, have become lifestyle destinations in...
“REVENGE TRAVEL” WILL BE ALL THE RAGE OVER THE NEXT FEW YEARS
Experts predict the future of tourism amid hope for the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. With the vaccine rollout picking up pace, people are starting to feel more cautiously optimistic about the prospect of traveling again. Those in the travel industry are hoping for a surge in...
8 Tips for amazing sleep in a hotel
Good morning sunshine! 1. Use the blackout curtains Science has proven over and over again that sleeping in a light environment disturbs your ‘body clock.’ The absence of light indicates to your body that it’s time to rest, so make full use of those incredible blackout curtains that...
Easy Countries to visit with a South African passport
Planning an incentive for your staff - consider these amazing countries. Republic of Ireland A great all-rounder and the land of leprechauns, legends and Guinness, Ireland may very well be the only Western European country South African passport holders can visit without a visa. Turkey The only city in...
Top 10 Luxury Safari Destinations in Africa for 2019
Where in the world is Steph off to today? Part two of our two part article Stephanie Moss 5. CHOBE, BOTSWANA Chobe National Park the second largest national park in Botswana and is best known for its large elephant population. The park consists of four distinct eco systems: Serondela with...
Top 10 Luxury Safari Destinations for 2019
Part one of a two part article Where in the world is Steph off to today? 10. HWANGE, ZIMBABWE Hwange is Zimbabwe’s most famous game reserve and home to a large population of wildlife. Located a few hours’ drive from Victoria Falls, it is home to the dense concentrations...
The Solutions Group Top five exotic and most spectacular pools around the World
We may be heading into winter in sunny South Africa but we can still dream of warmer weather and lounging around one of these stunning pools...