The ultimate insider’s guide to Pretoria

18 April 2017

Under new management, Tshwane Metro is proclaiming big things in 2017 for Pretoria residents and... read more

South Africa’s best gourmet getaways

17 April 2014

Fancy hotels beyond your budget? Rather get a taste of the vibe in their on-site... read more

20 places to go Easter egg hunting in South Africa

19 March 2014

It's almost time for Easter and these parks and picnic spots around South Africa (including... read more

Great South African skull returns to Maropeng after 8 years

5 December 2013

'Mrs Ples' and friends - a selection of hominin fossils from the Cradle of Humankind... read more

20 places to escape the crowds this Christmas

25 November 2013

If you feel the need to runaway when the crowds storm your town over Christmas,... read more

23 of the scariest events in South Africa for Halloween 2013

25 October 2013

Fun Halloween events for grown ups to enjoy (there are one or two for children... read more

Blue Train expands its destinations to include Durban

16 August 2013

The Blue Train has added a Durban route from Pretoria and vice versa to its... read more

30 places to take your mom on Mother’s Day

3 May 2013

Mom is probably your single biggest fan, so here's your chance to spoil her, even... read more

Top 5 Jozi foodie finds for R50 or less

29 April 2013

Although everyone has their favourite among the popular local franchise takeaways, there are a few... read more

11 great Easter events around South Africa

18 March 2013

If you're not going to be going away over the Easter weekend, these awesome events... read more

Last-minute budget bush breaks for Easter

13 March 2013

Turn your desire for an Easter bush break into your reality with these last-minute, budget... read more

The ultimate braaing holiday

11 December 2012

Nice days, nine provinces, nine braais - the ultimate braaier's South African holiday.... read more

Best of Getaway funny signs: unbelievable signs

7 December 2012

A selection of roadside howlers, featured in Best of Getaway funny signs. Our readers couldn't... read more

Getaway’s favourite destinations in Africa of 2012

13 November 2012

It's been a long year of travel for the Getaway team. Collectively, we've traversed southern... read more

Joburg through the lens: an inner city walking tour

7 November 2012

Through the Lens: 125 Years of Johannesburg Photography is one of Past Experience's many walking... read more

Five overnight accommodation options on South Africa’s inland hikes

2 November 2012

While the scenic huts on iconic coastal trails such as the Otter need no introduction,... read more

Where to find ghosts in South Africa

30 October 2012

Whether you believe in ghosts or not, everyone enjoys a good ghost story. Here is... read more

Airline news: Air Botswana to fly to Lanseria Airport

30 October 2012

Air Botswana announced that they are commencing twice daily scheduled services between Gaborone and Lanseria... read more

Five great new hiking trails in South Africa

16 October 2012

Use the warmer weather as an excuse to try out these five great new hiking... read more