South Africa: Our Insights & Inspiration

The Five Best Local Markets in Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town is a place where cultures collide, flavors mingle, and artists, craftspersons,…

The Nine Best Beaches in Cape Town

Nine of the best beaches in Cape Town thrive with vibrant activity. Lively sidewalk cafés…

Diving in Africa: Nine of the Best Diving Destinations for Your Safari

Africa is the perfect destination for divers and snorkelers alike. Discover our top 10…

The Best Luxury Safari Lodges in South Africa

When it comes to high-end lodgings, the best safari lodges in South Africa are a trifecta…

The lush Okavango Delta radiates in shades of green backdropped by a moody, rainbow-crowned sky. Image courtesy of Natural Selection.

What is a Secret Season Safari in Africa?

The lush Okavango Delta radiates in shades of green backdropped by a moody,…

The sleek Luxury Suite at Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge blends bespoke decor with the elements of nature.

The Best Safaris Near Cape Town

With both leafy suburbs and glossy skyscrapers wrapped around Table Mountain, Cape Town is…

The Ultimate Guide to Family Safari

Extraordinary Journeys co-founder Elizabeth Gordon provides tips and activities to do…

New Hotel Openings in Hot Destinations

From a reclusive camp in the Kalahari to a neighborhood-defining Auckland hotel, we’re…

The 10 Best Malaria-Free Safari Destinations in South Africa

Although malaria is almost entirely preventable thanks to prescription prophylactics, some…

Five Southern African Epicurean Experiences with Melony van der Merwe

Explore Southern Africa through its incredible culinary experiences with Melony van der…

How to See the Cape Peninsula: Our Top 9 Favorite Day Tours

Encounter the wild and wonderful landscapes of the Cape Peninsula. From “hunting”…

Your Expert Guide to the South African Winelands: 14 of the Best Regions & Routes

There’s a lot more to the Cape Winelands than Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Discover our…

9 of the Best Ways to Explore the Winelands (Even with Kids!)

An easy day trip from Cape Town, the Winelands offer stunning scenery, world-class wines,…

Ask the Experts: 12 of the Best Hotels in Cape Town Right Now

Discover the best hotels in Cape Town for your style. Hillside retreats, cool beach pads,…