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Brandon Mlilo
Meet Otto: Africa’s First AI Travel Assistant
The world’s going AI. So is travel. AI isn’t just writing poems and solving maths anymore. It’s booking flights, planning...
How to Apply for a Passport in South Africa in 2025
Searching “how to apply for passport in South Africa,”or even “what to do if my passport is lost or stolen”?...
Can I Travel If My Visa Is Expiring Soon?
You are dreaming of travelling, bags packed… but your visa is flirting with its expiry date. The big question becomes:...
Warmest Places in South Africa During Winter
South Africa’s winter (June to August) isn’t a shutdown season, it’s a heat-hunt! If you're Googling "warmest places in South...
Children Travelling Alone? Here’s What’s Needed
Your child is flying alone. You’ve booked the ticket, picked the seat, maybe even packed their snacks. But unless you’ve...
Top 5 Snorkelling Spots in Cape Town
Think snorkeling is only good in Bali, the Maldives, or Australia? Think again. Cape Town isn’t just the world’s best...
Exploring South Africa’s Vibrant Food Scene
South Africa's vibrant food scene is a feast for the senses. From renowned five-star restaurants to delicious food markets, South...
The Suite Life: Latitude Aparthotel Review
Earlier this month, we were invited to stay at Latitude Aparthotel and experience what makes this trendy establishment a favourite...
20 Spots to Experience Cape Town Like A Local
[Updated October 2020] Local knowledge involves a hard-won, intricate understanding of a place; it’s not easily dug up in guide...
12 Best Braai Spots in South Africa
The world over, South Africans gather to celebrate Heritage Day the way we know best - over a fire, cold...
Why the GoPro is Your Best Travel Companion
Nearly everyone who has an interest in the best travel cameras has heard about GoPro. The company has made a...
Diving in Thailand: The Top 7 Dive Sites to Explore
Apart from picturesque stretches of tropical beaches, streets lined with food stalls, gilded temples, and world-renowned Thai hospitality, Thailand is...
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The discovery this week of 7 earth-like planets orbiting a star just 40 light-years away has us dreaming of the possibilities of life on other planets. With the threat of climate change it’s essential to keep an eye on what’s going on at home with rising sea levels, temperatures and air pollution. These 12 iconic destinations are at risk of...
February 24, 2017
Explore Authentic Mauritius
Explore the authentic side of Mauritius when you book return tickets from...
February 23, 2017
How To Fly With Your Bike To The 2017 Cape Town Cycle Tour
The world’s largest individually timed cycle race is just a few weeks away...
February 23, 2017
Top Travel Photography Tips From The Pros
“Great photographs are born when risks are taken.” – Ruth Nussbaum, Pro...
February 21, 2017
Capetown Like A Capetonian
Weekends in Cape Town are all about beach braais with friends, family...
February 17, 2017
Getting a Cuban Visa- Your Step by Step Guide
South African passport holders are familiar with the painful process of applying...
February 15, 2017
Singapore Airlines Means Business
As a personal traveller I tend towards winging it and seeking out...
February 15, 2017
Singapore: The Lion City Of The Asian Tigers
When you think of a future city where modern technology and industry...
February 15, 2017
Kosi Bay: Hippos, Fish Traps And The World’s Largest Palm
“We spot them by their twitching ears that paddle through the water...
February 14, 2017
Top 10 Travel Hoaxes Of All Time: Stop Faking It, Start Travelling
This month Travelstart is celebrating authentic travel. Join the fun, this week’s...
February 10, 2017
Tired of Faking It? Start Travelling Instead!
In the spirit of #livingmybestlife, February kicks off the Travelstart Stop Faking...
February 7, 2017