Brandon Mlilo, Author at Travelstart Blog

An Aerial view of Cape Town, voted the best city in the world 2025. In the foreground there is the ocean surrounding the city, in the middle is the city's architecture and stadium and in the background is the towering Table Mountain and Lion's Head an Chapman's Peak.

Cape Town Voted Best City in the World 2025… and it’s not for what you think!

22 January 202522 January 2025

Timeout has just named Cape Town the best city in the world 2025, and honestly, who’s surprised? This isn’t just another ‘oh look, we won something’ moment. Cape Town’s…

The iconic Dubai skyline during sunset. The Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, stands prominently at the center. The sleek, tapering structure of the Burj Khalifa is illuminated by the setting sun. urrounding the Burj Khalifa are numerous other skyscrapers, each with unique architectural designs and varying heights. This view of the Dubai skyline is a mesmerizing and affordable activity, fitting perfectly with Dubai on a budget: 8 Epic things to do under R1000 and highlighting one of the cheap things to do in Dubai.

Dubai on a Budget – 8 cheap things to do in Dubai in 2025

6 January 20259 January 2025

Over the past few years, Dubai shot to global fame for a reason. Think desert meets ocean, where luxury reigns, and the air is spiced with exotic perfumes (sounds heavenly,…

A panoramic view of Cape Town with Table Mountain and Lion's Head in the background. The cityscape includes buildings and roads at the base of the mountains, with the ocean in the foreground. The clear blue sky and expansive view of the ocean highlight the beauty of this iconic landscape. Visiting Table Mountain is one of the cheap things to do in Cape Town.

8 Cheap Things to do in Cape Town – December 2024

21 December 202422 December 2024

Hunting for budget-friendly fun in Cape Town this December? Whether you’re chasing festive lights or adrenaline-packed adventures, the Mother City has plenty to offer…

Johannesburg skyline with Nelson Mandela Bridge in the foreground.

8 cheap things to do in Johannesburg – December 2024

21 December 202422 December 2024

Who says the City of Gold needs to cost gold? Johannesburg is pulsing with free activities, hidden art galleries and secret sunset spots that won’t cost you more…

Night view showing a modern airport terminal with large glass windows at O.R Tambo International in Johannesburg. The runway is illuminated with bright lights, and several airplanes are parked nearby. The scene captures the bustling activity of an airport at night, highlighting the infrastructure and operations involved in air travel. This is for a blog titles the top 5 things to do during a layover in Johannesburg's O.R. Tambo International Airport

Stuck at O.R. Tambo? Here Are 5 Things to Do During Your Layover

17 December 202417 December 2024

Nothing makes the clock tick slower than waiting for your flight, let us help you get the hours to go faster. If you have a layover, delayed flights or happen to be strolling…

Luxurious beachfront resort in Mauritius featuring a stunning infinity pool surrounded by palm trees and thatched cabanas, overlooking the crystal-clear ocean under a bright blue sky.

Black Friday 2025: Top 5 Rand-friendly Travel Deals.

19 November 202418 November 2025

Black Friday is the holy grail of the retail sales calendar. Big SALE signs pop up everywhere, and the sound of money leaving wallets fills the air. If you’re still…