South Africa
It’s supposed to be a no-go city. But I went anyway, and loved it
Local police have issued us with travel advice about valuables, strangers and dark alleys before we’ve even arrived.
- Brian Johnston
Everything is over-the-top at this hotel. No wonder Elton John loved it
You’d imagine anywhere the British pop star stays might be over-the-top, and you’re not wrong when it comes to this eye-popping South African retreat.
- Brian Johnston
Utilitarian at best: The international airport the designers forgot
It’s a lot better than it was before the 2010 FIFA World Cup, but it’s still plain, uninspiring and sprawling.
- Julietta Jameson
- Opinion
- Adventure holidays
A stare-off with a wild elephant taught me a valuable lesson
At this point I think, he’ll move away now, once he realises we’re blocking his path. He doesn’t. He keeps on coming.
- Lee Tulloch
On the trip of a lifetime, I left my camera behind. I don’t regret it
I used to witness the world’s great wildlife destinations through a viewfinder. Then this one changed me.
- Julietta Jameson
I hate dung and donkeys. Then I discovered the world’s best farm visit
A 330-year-old farm in Cape Town’s winelands has become South Africa’s latest tourist attraction, and it’s brilliant.
- Brian Johnston
- ★★★★
- Airline reviews
Paying $50 to choose my seat on this Qantas A380 was money well spent
Although I’m surprised at having to pay up to choose my seat, the space on a superjumbo remains unsurpassed.
- Julietta Jameson
We took a 12-person extended family overseas trip. Here’s how it went
Travel can be fraught enough; holidaying with a large, eclectic group signals potential disaster.
- Catherine Marshall
The South African safari lodge where the animals come to you
This lesser-known, family-friendly lodge provides incredible viewing opportunities thanks to its enviable riverbank location.
- Rob McFarland
- ★★★★
- Airline reviews
Airline review: Qantas crew makes an effort with jaded passengers
It’s good to see that, after a shaky few years, Qantas is getting its rhythm back.
- Catherine Marshall
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