TRENDS SHAPING SOUTH AFRICAN HOLIDAY TRAVEL IN 2026

South Africans are entering 2026 with renewed energy for exploration, blending technology, luxury, and passion-driven pursuits into their holiday plans. With travellers expecting to take more holidays this year, according to research by Marriott Bonvoy’s Ticket to Travel, the landscape of leisure is shifting toward breaks that are more frequent and more personalised. “Travel is no…

BySpice4Life NewsJanuary 19, 20260Comments

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Summer Holidays Just Got Easier for Moms – Your Doctor Can Now Travel With You

It’s that time of year again — the family is packed into the car, the suitcases are stacked high, and everyone’s excited for a well-deserved summer holiday. You’ve got your partner, kids, snacks, sunscreen, and maybe even a travel pillow or two. But then, just as you hit the road or arrive at your destination,…

BySpice4Life NewsDecember 8, 20250Comments

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Travel smart this festive season

It's the final countdown to year-end, and as we prepare for the summer break, it's a suitable time to take note of things that tend to derail holiday trips. Every holiday season, many South Africans miss their flights - often due to last-minute rushes, longer check-in queues, or simple missteps. To help stay ahead of…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 26, 20250Comments

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Enjoy up to 40% off and experience Johannesburg’s holiday vibe!

City Lodge Hotels is inviting guests to celebrate summer in style with unbeatable festive offers and refurbished properties in Sandton and Rosebank. Whether you're planning a family getaway, romantic escape, or shopping spree, we provide the perfect base for a memorable staycation. City Lodge Hotels offers five properties in and around Sandton – from luxury…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 24, 20250Comments

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A Detour Worth Taking: Discover the Mountain Town of Piketberg

Many travellers heading north from Cape Town on the N7 pass right by Piketberg — bound for Clanwilliam Dam, the Cederberg, or even Namibia. Others veer west towards Elands Bay or Velddrif, never realising that this unassuming turnoff hides one of the Western Cape's most rewarding destinations. Backed by the magnificent Piketberg Mountains and surrounded…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 19, 20250Comments

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The must-have checklist for planning the perfect Dezemba holiday

Plan a festive break that ticks every box – sunshine, seaside serenity and endless family activities It' s never too early to start planning your year-end vacation. In South Africa, we call it" Dezemba", which is so much more than a month, it' s a mood that embodies vibrant, festive and joyful celebrations. As South…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 11, 20250Comments

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Keeping your passport fit to fly this festive season

As millions of passengers around the world look to reunite with friends and family this festive season, Qatar Airways is issuing its five top tips to ensure you get where you want to go, and your passport is fit to fly. While airlines work with immigration authorities from across the globe to ensure a smooth…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 11, 20250Comments

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SURVIVING (AND ENJOYING) DECEMBER HOLIDAYS WITH TODDLERS

5 Tips for a Joyful, Low-Stress Holiday Season Let's be honest: Going away for the December holidays with toddlers can sometimes feel less like a break and more like trying to decorate a Christmas tree during a hurricane. They’re adorable, chaotic, and capable of pushing us to the edge, and between the heat, hours spent in…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 10, 20250Comments

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Travelling small is the new status symbol – 2025 latest trend

Remember when travel meant bulky checked luggage, three pairs of shoes and "just in case" outfits? Well, those days are over. Madri van der Westhuizen, from ANEW Hotels & Resorts believes in travelling small. "If 2024 flirted with the idea of travelling light, 2025 has turned it into a full-blown lifestyle shift," she says. "What…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 31, 20250Comments

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Spier’s exclusive villas redefine country luxury

On the banks of the Eerste River, where wild Cape gardens give way to heritage and mountain views, two new villas are redefining the essence of a stay in the Winelands. Blending the freedom of a private home with the ease of world-class hospitality, these exclusive-use retreats mark a new direction in understated and deeply…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 28, 20250Comments

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TRENDS SHAPING SOUTH AFRICAN HOLIDAY TRAVEL IN 2026

Summer Holidays Just Got Easier for Moms – Your Doctor Can Now Travel With You

Travel smart this festive season

Enjoy up to 40% off and experience Johannesburg’s holiday vibe!

A Detour Worth Taking: Discover the Mountain Town of Piketberg

The must-have checklist for planning the perfect Dezemba holiday

Keeping your passport fit to fly this festive season

SURVIVING (AND ENJOYING) DECEMBER HOLIDAYS WITH TODDLERS

Travelling small is the new status symbol – 2025 latest trend

Spier’s exclusive villas redefine country luxury

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