{"id":100944,"date":"2024-02-19T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-19T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelstartblg.wpenginepowered.com\/dreamy-december-destinations-2017\/"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:54:12","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:54:12","slug":"dreamy-december-destinations-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/dreamy-december-destinations-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Dream Travel Destinations this Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer holidays mean waking up to the sound of crashing waves. They mean losing track of time, afternoon naps in palm-tree-strung hammocks, coconut drinks and unreal sunsets. Start planning your next getaway to these dream travel destinations. Get great deals on flights and accommodation when you book in advance with Travelstart.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magical Mauritius<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75204 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/mauritius1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nowhere else can beat Mauritius in terms of value, proximity (just a \u00a04-hour flight from Joburg) and family-friendliness. Choose from boutique romantic hideaways and great value, family-friendly resorts which will keep the kids outdoors having fun from dawn till bedtime. Mauritius is an all-year-round destination, so any time is a great time to visit. Go<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/the-best-spots-for-snorkelling-in-mauritius\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">snorkelling<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the protected coral reef in beautiful Pointe aux Piments, while more experienced divers can<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/best-diving-in-mauritius\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dive with turtles and reef tip sharks<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> along the east and west coasts. Most resorts are family friendly so there\u2019ll always be something for the little ones to do.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cheap-flights-to-mauritius\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find amazing flights to Mauritius!<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also read:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/best-time-to-visit-mauritius\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best time to visit Mauritius<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/food-of-mauritius\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9 Unique dishes of Dodoland<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-75180\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/tanguy-sauvin-3121-780x520-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leaping lemurs in Madagascar<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-75174\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/aleksander-naug-84510-780x520-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Madagascar is heating up on the travel radar of those in the know. This remote island has an astounding number of rare animals and plants, unique beach-side escapes and an entirely new culture to get to know. Relatively inexpensive, tropical climes and a short flight from South Africa make this an extremely attractive dream travel destination!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cheap-flights-to-madagascar\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book flights to Madagascar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and uncover a whole new world!<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read Travelstart\u2019s Mark Visser\u2019s account of his<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/madagascar-cheap-fun-adventure-backpacking\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">backpacking adventures in Madagascar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cDon\u2019t go with a plan. Take your time and you\u2019ll find places and sights that you never expected.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-75175\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/arnaud-bouvard-27281-780x586-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"601\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intriguing R\u00e9union<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75212 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/Reunion1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fancy a trip to France for half the price? R\u00e9union Island is a great choice. This exotic department of France has it all from pastries to an active volcano, once-in-a-lifetime helicopter trips, stand-up paddle boarding and pristine beaches. Hike, bike, sun-soak and eat your weight in delicious local cuisine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/saint-denis\/flights\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find fabulous flights to St Denis, R\u00e9union<\/span><\/a>!<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75213 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/reunion2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Also read:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/adventurous-reunion-island\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adventure on R\u00e9union Island: the ultimate experience<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/madagascar-a-naturalists-promised-land-in-only-six-days\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Madagascar: a naturalist\u2019s promised land<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blissful Bali<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-75179\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/Screen-Shot-2017-03-21-at-10.34.17-PM-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"1006\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bali is a top choice as a dream travel destination for solo travellers, couples and families because the Rand goes a long way here- think amazing accommodation for as little as R300 a day each if you are renting a Bali bungalow on the beach.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/best-bali-temples\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temple-hopping<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, rice terraces,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/the-bali-surf-guide\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">surfing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/snorkelling-in-bali\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">snorkelling<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/bali-beaches\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stunning beaches<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/best-of-bali-nightlife\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eclectic nightlife<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and day-trips to idyllic islands &#8211; this is an active adventure holiday that accommodates professional sun-loungers just as effortlessly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You won\u2019t even need a visa if you\u2019re staying for less than 30 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Top tip: <\/b>Break up your flight with a layover. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop-over in<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cheap-flights-to-hong-kong\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hong Kong<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and get 2 destinations for the price of 1!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find irresistible<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/promotions-specials\/holiday-packages\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">holiday packages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cheap-flights-to-bali\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">flights to Bali<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75181 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/bali1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"1120\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tempting Thailand<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75189 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/thailand-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thailand is always a winner when it comes to value for money, friendly and welcoming hosts, and idyllic beaches you would swear were lifted straight from apostcard. If you have already explored the turquoise beauty of islands like<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cheap-flights-to-phuket\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phuket<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Koh Tao, and Koh Phi Phi why not get your culture on in the tranquil northern city of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/chiang-mai\/flights\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chang Mai<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Architecture-addicts and street-food gourmands will love the fast-paced life in<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cheap-flights-to-bangkok\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bangkok<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, also known as Krungthep \u2013 \u201cCity of Angels\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/best-time-to-visit-thailand\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best time to visit Thailand<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to explore its<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/explore-best-thailand-islands\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">beautiful islands<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll find it difficult to beat our<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cheap-flights-to-thailand\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cheap flights to Thailand<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75199 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/thailand1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Surreal Sri Lanka<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75208 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/sri-lanka1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the recently popular dream travel destinations, Sri Lanka offers wildlife, beautiful beaches, warm waters, temples, cultural cool and the best food you\u2019ll find anywhere. Sri Lanka is still cheap and December to February are the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/best-time-to-visit-sri-lanka\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best months to visit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0when peak beach conditions return post-monsoon season with 30<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00b0C<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> dry and sunny days that aren\u2019t too hot.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/sri-lanka\/flights\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discover amazing flights to Sri Lanka!<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also read:<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/a-backpackers-guide-to-sri-lanka\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A backpacker\u2019s guide to Sri Lanka<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75188 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/sri-lanka-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seafood Fiesta in Mozambique<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-75177\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/mozambique-780x518-2.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our tropical neighbour has the best untouched, palm-lined beaches around, especially if you head north to the more remote islands and UNESCO Heritage sites.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cheap-flights-to-maputo\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maputo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a vibey cornucopia of excellent seafood restaurants, pastei de nata caf\u00e9s, jazz clubs and museums, while<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/inhambane\/flights\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhambane<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/pemba\/flights\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pemba<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are home to some of the best snorkelling and diving off the African coast<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cheap-flights-to-mozambique\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find great deals on flights to Mozambique!<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75186 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/mozambique-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visa-free Argentina<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-75176\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/julia-caesar-81046-780x520-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matured steak, dancing the tango in the streets of \u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/buenos-aires\/flights\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buenos Aires<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and incredible natural landscapes, Argentina combines cultured cities with wilderness adventures to deserts, mountains and the incredible Iguazu falls- the largest waterfall system in the world. Another perk is that South Africans can visit visa-free for up to 90 days!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dance your way to fantastic<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/argentina\/flights\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">flights to Argentina!<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75198 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/argentina1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Island Paradise in Cape Verde<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75182 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/cape-verde.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a laidback island holiday where your days are filled with golden beach sand, surfing, diving with turtles, and afro-Portuguese rhythms, look no further than the Cape Verde islands. The best time to take advantage of the incredible hiking up Pico de Fogo and scuba diving is between June and December, and nature lovers can see baby turtles hatching between August and December. This Portuguese island is famous for its Vinho Do Fogo and rich, spicy flavours, so you\u2019ll never be high and dry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If kicking back along the beaches off Africa\u2019s west coast sounds dreamy enough, book your<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cape-verde\/flights\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">flights to Cape Verde<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also read:<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/travelstartstg.wpenginepowered.com\/the-great-african-experience-cape-verde-islands\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cape Verde Islands \u2013 the great African experience<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Colourful Peru<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75187 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/peru1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peru\u2019s low season is between December and March, so you\u2019re bound to find cheap flights and accommodation. Peru\u2019s best features are, of course, the Machu Picchu trail, Sacred Valley, the historical buildings in<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/lima\/flights\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lima<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/cusco\/flights\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cusco<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and the Ausangate rainbow mountain range.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Young travellers will love Peru\u2019s dazzling nightlife. Foodies will appreciate all its exotic flavours, including fresh ceviche, lomo saltado and the famous pisco sours.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/peru\/flights\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your cheap flights to Peru are waiting!<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-75185 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelstartmu.wpenginepowered.com\/zablog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/10\/dream-travellers.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"920\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you inspired by these dream travel destinations? Look out for our <\/span><b>#DreamWeekSale<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in March and make your travel dreams come true!<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be the first to know about our flight specials and get vouchers sent straight to your inbox when you<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/lp\/sign-up\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sign up for our newsletter<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 it\u2019s that simple!<\/span><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer holidays mean waking up to the sound of crashing waves. They mean losing track of time, afternoon naps in palm-tree-strung hammocks, coconut drinks and unreal sunsets. Start planning your next getaway to these dream travel destinations. Get great deals on flights and accommodation when you book in advance with Travelstart. 1. \u00a0\u00a0Magical Mauritius Nowhere else can beat Mauritius in terms of value, proximity (just &#8230; <a title=\"10 Dream Travel Destinations this Summer\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.co.za\/blog\/dreamy-december-destinations-2017\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about 10 Dream Travel Destinations this Summer\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":100963,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_destination_ratings":[],"_destination_review_count":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[72,13,462,16,445,448],"tags":[409,79,410,406,63,37],"class_list":["post-100944","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","category-lifestyle","category-road-tripping-travel","category-travel","category-destinations-travel","category-inspiration-travel","tag-bali","tag-cpt","tag-dur","tag-jnb","tag-mauritius","tag-thailand","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-33"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>10 Dream Travel Destinations this Summer - Travelstart.co.za<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Summer holidays mean waking up to the sound of crashing waves. 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