Father’s Day 2025: From Coastal Cool to Gin-making and Sport, Here’s Where to Take Him

These experience-rich stays across South Africa offer something for every kind of vibe—whether he's the laid-back type or always up for an adventure. Let's face it: Dad doesn't need another tie, multi-tool or mug with "#1 Father" on it. This year, swap the tired clichés for something memorable — an experience he'll actually love. From…

BySpice4Life NewsJune 5, 20250Comments

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Connecting On The Move – Making Friends While You Travel

Some travel memories are shaped by the places we go, but often, the ones we remember most involve the people we meet along the way. Whether it’s a trip abroad or a local escape, forming unexpected friendships on a holiday can enhance the experience, whether you're travelling solo, as a couple or in a group. Samantha…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 21, 20250Comments

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Gen Z’s Are Booking Out, But Staying In

The staycation era is here Gen Z is done. Done with burnout. Done with being "always on." Done with glitchy airports, overpriced plane snacks, and needing a passport to catch a break. What they're looking for now is a pause button - one that comes with fluffy robes, a hotel gym, and absolutely no alarm…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 21, 20250Comments

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Work, Wander, and Wonder: Why Bergrivier is a Digital Nomad’s Dream Destination

The rise of the digital nomad lifestyle has rewritten the rules of where—and how—we work. With just a laptop and a good internet connection, the whole world becomes your office. But why settle for crowded cities and noisy cafés when you could be answering emails with a mountain view, wrapping up meetings just in time…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 20, 20250Comments

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From misty mountains to warm seas – the magic of a KZN road trip

By Sipho Alphi Mkhwanazi In a world increasingly dominated by digital experiences, there is a magic in physical exploration that virtual reality cannot replicate. From the wind on your face as you drive along the coast; that first breathtaking view when you crest a mountain pass, to the moment when you step into…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 19, 20250Comments

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Unwind in style: Cape Town’s dream escape

By Wendy Adams – Operations Manager, Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town Picture stepping into a hotel room that instantly invites you to unwind, breathe deeply, and feel completely indulged. The soft, ambient lighting, the rich textures beneath your feet, and the soothing hum of a carefully curated atmosphere create an experience that stays with…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 15, 20250Comments

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If Mom’s Still Working, It’s Not A Holiday

The school holidays are over, yet many moms return from the family break feeling anything but refreshed - in fact, they’re more tired than before. For them, the family getaway wasn’t a rest; it was just a relocation of their daily responsibilities. From cooking meals in self-catering units to tidying up after sandy feet and…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 13, 20250Comments

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Holiday mode, activated before check-in

While the idea that your holiday starts at home has long been the mantra for laid-back travellers, there's a growing case for flipping the script. What if the real secret to a smoother, more enjoyable trip is starting your holiday before you even get to the airport, by checking into a hotel nearby the night…

BySpice4Life NewsApril 29, 20250Comments

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Stay Right, Race Right: Accommodation Tips to Get You Across the Finish Line

South Africa’s love for sport runs deep, from packed rugby stadiums to the country’s unwavering support for cricket, soccer, and endurance events. Among our many iconic sporting traditions are two legendary races that test the limits of human endurance—the Two Oceans Marathon in April and the Comrades Marathon in June. These events draw thousands of…

BySpice4Life NewsApril 24, 20250Comments

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Fur the Love of Travel: Explore Bergrivier with Your Pet

It's official—our pets have upgraded from lap companions to full-blown travel buddies. Whether it's a weekend escape or a scenic road trip, more and more South Africans are including their furry friends in holiday plans. And honestly, can you blame them? Who wouldn't want to share riverside sunsets, mountain hikes, and braai snacks with their…

BySpice4Life NewsApril 24, 20250Comments

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Father’s Day 2025: From Coastal Cool to Gin-making and Sport, Here’s Where to Take Him

Connecting On The Move – Making Friends While You Travel

Gen Z’s Are Booking Out, But Staying In

Work, Wander, and Wonder: Why Bergrivier is a Digital Nomad’s Dream Destination

From misty mountains to warm seas – the magic of a KZN road trip

Unwind in style: Cape Town’s dream escape

If Mom’s Still Working, It’s Not A Holiday

Holiday mode, activated before check-in

Stay Right, Race Right: Accommodation Tips to Get You Across the Finish Line

Fur the Love of Travel: Explore Bergrivier with Your Pet

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