Travel: The fees and rules changing the Airbnb experience

Africa Melane speaks to Lethabo Lee Ntshudisane, author of South Africa Airbnb Playbook, about the changing Airbnb experience for travellers. From excessive cleaning responsibilities and additional fees to restrictive house rules and difficult hosts, are guests still getting the freedom and flexibi…

Travel: Why travellers should consider insurance when booking a trip

Travel insurance is evolving as severe weather and mass disruptions affect travellers worldwide. Africa Melane speaks to Bryte Insurance about updated cover for flight disruptions, missed departures, non-refundable event tickets and emergency expenses, as well as what travellers need to know about …

Travel: Could a fitcation be your next getaway？

Fitness, food and fun in some of the world's most beautiful destinations. Africa Melane speaks to Roxanne Green, director at Active Escapes South Africa, about fitness retreats, solo travel, meeting new people and the upcoming South African escape from 8 to 14 November. Early Breakfast with Africa…

Travel: Why supporting local travel matters

Tourism Month is a reminder that some of our best travel experiences may be closer to home than we think. Africa Melane speaks to Kele Lekalake from Harvey World Travel about supporting local tourism, discovering lesser-known South African destinations and getting ahead of the December holiday rush…

Travel: Darling gets ready to bloom for the 2026 Wildflower Show

Africa Melane speaks to Chairman of the Darling Wildflower Society, Jacques Van der Merwe, ahead of the 2026 Darling Wildflower Show. Running from 18 to 20 September, the show brings together spectacular spring flowers, conservation, local food and wine, live entertainment and family activities. Ja…

Spring into a South African getaway this Heritage Month

Africa Melane speaks to Shirley-Anne Henry, Regional Manager at Flight Centre Travel Group South Africa, about spring travel deals and local specials. From affordable weekend escapes to family getaways, we find out where South Africans can get the best value and how to make the most of travelling l…

Travel: Travelling with tech, here’s how to pack it safely

Power banks, laptops and phones are travel essentials but are you packing them correctly? Africa Melane speaks to tech expert and Reframed editor Brendon Peterson about the rules around travelling with electronics, why power banks belong in your carry-on and what passengers should check before head…

Travel: How did the Tourism industry fare during the Winter off season

How did the tourism sector fare during the winter off season, and are businesses expecting a boost as spring approaches? We chat to Lee-Anne Singer, Chairperson of FEDHASA Cape, about bookings, occupancy, international and domestic tourism, and what the industry is expecting from the months ahead. …

Travel: Why cruising could be the ultimate way to see Europe

Cruising through Europe offers travellers the chance to wake up in a different destination without constantly changing hotels, with itineraries taking in some of the Mediterranean’s most popular cities and coastal destinations. Zain Johnson chats to Kele Lekalake, CEO and Executive Manager at Harve…

Travel: The biggest trends shaping luxury travel

Africa Melane speaks to Saurabh Rai, Executive Vice President for South Asia, Middle East, Africa and Australasia at Preferred Hotels & Resorts, about how luxury travel is evolving. As affluent travellers increasingly seek authentic, heritage-rich experiences over standardised hotel stays, they unp…