Cape Town

Add one more travel segment that Forbes Travel Guide (“FTG”) is now affording its star rating: river cruises.

The iconic Rovos Rail welcomed a group of Australian travel advisors onboard this week for a three-night journey from Cape Town to Pretoria. The eight front-line travel sellers, and LATTE, were hosted by Adventure World, South African Tourism and South African Airways, part of the 2025 Mega Lekker Escape.

After a 4-day, 3-night immersion in Greater Kruger, Adventure World’s ‘finer things’ famil – part of South African Tourism’s Mega Lekker Escape – landed in Cape Town from Hoedspruit for a four-night deep dive.

Following nine months of renovations, Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel unveils its design transformation, reopening its doors once again with a new look inspired by South Africa’s heritage, culture and artistry.

White Desert has unveiled a new iconic guest experience – a momentous 21-day itinerary to all seven continents called White Desert World.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has been revealed as the future operator of the former Cape Grace Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa.

One&Only Cape Town has unveiled an extensive reimagining, with a new design showcasing a refreshed take on ultra-luxury, modern accommodation. Situated in the heart of Cape Town, at the fashionable V&A Waterfront overlooking the marina and with panoramic views across to Table Mountain, One&Only Cape Town is a tranquil enclave on the doorstep of the vibrant city.

United Airlines has revealed plans to commence new non-stop flights between Washington DC and Cape Town, commencing 17 November 2022.

Azamara will return to South Africa this winter as the country reopens international cruising in South African waters and ports. Azamara Pursuit will operate six back-to-back voyages from Cape Town from January to March 2022 and will resume pre- and post-cruise land explorations with luxury safari operator, Micato Safaris.

Virgin Atlantic has announced it will recommence flights between London Heathrow and Cape Town, effective 25 October 2020. The English airline withdrew from the South African city six years ago as part of a network shuffle focused on transAtlantic routes.

Cape Town’s iconic boutique hotel, Tintswalo Atlantic, will reopen for business on 1 October 2019 after rebuilding a large proportion of the property. The hotel has been closed since February, when a kitchen fire destroyed the main section of the lodge.

One&Only Cape Town, the ultra-luxury urban resort in the heart of South Africa’s most vibrant city, has launched the ultimate destination suite – The One Above. Extending over two floors, The Penthouse encompasses four guest rooms and spaces for indoor and outdoor living and entertaining. It occupies the prime position at the very top of the resort, affording breathtaking views of Table Mountain and the surrounding city.