



Travel: Why booking your December holiday now could save you thousands
Zain Johnson speaks to Zay Ferguson-Nair, Customer Experience Leader at Flight Centre Travel Group South Africa, about why December holidays are becoming more expensive and harder to secure the longer you wait to book.

Travel: Japan’s cruise boom reshapes SA travel trends
Africa Melane speaks to Director of Encore Cruises, Janine Pretorius about Japan’s rapid rise as one of the most sought-after cruise destinations for South Africans, unpacking what’s driving the boom. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced b…

Travel: From skills to startups how tourism is shaping youth opportunity in SA
Guest: Kele Lekalake | CEO and Executive Manager for Harvey World Travel Tourism is increasingly being seen as a powerful engine for youth employment, skills development and economic growth in South Africa, while the travel industry is opening new pathways for entrepreneurship through franchise an…

Travel: Why young travellers are prioritising experience over everything
Africa Melane speaks to Iga Motylska about the rise of youth travel and how a new generation, influenced by social media, affordability and experiences like Contiki-style trips, is reshaping how and where South Africans explore. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morn…

Travel: How much of our data is kept through Visa applications & FYI you can claim from your travel insurance if your visa is denied or delayed
Guest: Paula Martini | Author and Owner of Co-Travel Wasanga Mehane speaks to Paula Martini, owner of Co-Travel and travel writer, about data privacy concerns surrounding visa application processing, as well as travel insurance options that may provide cover for visa delays, denials and related tr…

Travel: Is travelling for the FIFA World Cup harder than qualifying?
Guest: Paula Martini | Travel Journalist Attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup comes with a major off-field challenge: navigating visas and entry requirements across the United States, Mexico and Canada. Travel journalist Paula Martini joins Thabo Shole-Mashao to unpack what fans need to know before m…

South African tourism surges despite global instability
Africa Melane speaks to Kim Taylor, spokesperson for SATSA, unpacking South Africa’s tourism recovery. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews polit…

Garden Route officially crowned world’s best road trip
Africa Melane speaks to Byron Van Gool, Travel Journalist and Co-founder of Dear Travallure, about the Garden Route being ranked the world’s best road trip in a global study by Autotrader, scoring 90.6 and outperforming iconic international routes thanks to its strong driving conditions and landmar…

Travel: Why having a trusted agent matters more than ever
Africa Melane speaks to Shirley-Ann McQuade, Western Cape Flight Centre Regional Manager, about the growing challenges in travel, from persistent flight disruptions to the Booking.com data breach, and why having a trusted travel partner can be critical in navigating both logistical crises and digit…

Travel: Cape Town hosts WTM Africa 2026
Africa Melane speaks to Carol Weaving, MD of RX Africa, about why WTM Africa 2026 continues to thrive in a digital-first world. While technology powers smarter connections, the event highlights the importance of trust, relationships and in-person engagement in driving Africa’s tourism industry forw…