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Saseka Tented Camp's Elegant New Chapter in the Bush

With a thoughtful redesign that prioritises wellness and sustainability, Saseka Tented Camp enters a sophisticated new era while remaining connected to the wilderness that surrounds it.

A Game of Grace Returns to Cape Grace This Winter Season

Cape Grace revives its elegant afternoon tea inspired by one of sport's most celebrated summer traditions

A Winter of Warmth at The Spa at The Westcliff Johannesburg

The Spa at The Westcliff introduces the Ubusika Ritual, a winter treatment designed for deep restoration and calm

Inside Casa Bomboti: The Design-Led Restoration Reimagining Heritage Living in Mexico

A restored 18th-century residence in San Miguel de Allende sets the tone for a new chapter in heritage hospitality, where contemporary design and centuries-old craftsmanship coexist in remarkable harmony.

What not to Miss in our New June/July Issue of 2026

A special June/July edition explores bold design, from Karoo Gothic interiors to high-performance kitchens and baths

8 Things to Consider Before Booking Your Dream Safari

From timing and destination to travel style and conservation credentials, here are eight things worth considering before booking your next adventure into the wild.

5 Design-Led Wellness Hotels Worth Escaping to This Winter

Looking to trade South Africa's winter chill for thermal baths, Mediterranean sunshine or rainforest serenity? These five extraordinary hotels prove that the most restorative escapes begin with thoughtful design.

The Future of Safari Design: A New Era of African Luxury

Across Africa, designers and architects are creating immersive spaces that celebrate local craftsmanship, embrace sustainability and showcase a distinctly contemporary African design language.

The Great Karoo Escape Redefines The Luxury Farm Stay Trend

Luxury farm stays in the Karoo offer space, silence and design-led calm as a new kind of bush break emerges

Hyde Johannesburg Review: A Design-Led Urban Retreat in Rosebank

From sculptural interiors to speakeasy dining, Hyde Johannesburg offers a fresh take on urban luxury in Rosebank.

Why the Three-Night Escape Is Now the Most Coveted Break of All

The modern luxury is no longer excess — it is recovery. Three nights in the right space: this is what travel looks like

Planning a Winter Holiday? This Getaway in Stanford is Both Cosy and Welcoming

Travel writer Julia Freemantle unlocks a sense of wanderlust with this luxuriously cosy Stanford cabin

A Moment of Stillness: Cosy Retreats for a South African Winter

From private stays to misty mountain retreats, South Africa’s winter reveals a softer, slower beauty – inviting travellers to pause, unwind, and stay a little longer.

Botanical Garden Destinations to Visit in South Africa This Year

Explore South Africa’s most beautiful garden destinations, from Cape Town to the Lowveld, showcasing diverse indigenous landscapes and botanical richness.