South African tourism sees significant growth as accommodation income rises

The South African tourism sector is on an upward trajectory, with recent statistics indicating a promising rebound in the tourist accommodation industry. According to Stats SA, total income for the sector rose by a noteworthy 11.1% in July 2025...

'I'm a travel expert - these are the most gorgeous destinations for November sunshine'

Mauritius is one of Heather's top picks for some winter sun(Image: Getty Images) After such a long hot summer, some people may not be able to wave goodbye to the warm weather yet - and may already be seeking a winter getaway for some more sun....

SOTC Travel opens store in Kozhikode

MUMBAI, 25 September 2025: SOTC Travel, a leading omnichannel travel and tourism company in India, has inaugurated a franchise outlet in Kozhikode, Kerala, expanding its network to its 4th strategically located outlet. This expansion underscores...

EXCLUSIVE: Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen shares his little luxuries from his wardrobe to homewares and holidays

Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen refers to himself as "the Marquis of Marmite", thanks to his outlandish designs. But although his gloriously maximalist creations, including his recent collaboration with the home furnishings brand Terrys, exude luxury, the...

Mauritius Prime Minister Requests Central Bank Governor to Step Down Amid Power Struggle

In a dramatic turn of events that has sent ripples through the financial corridors of the Indian Ocean island nation, Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam has formally requested the resignation of Central Bank Governor Rama Sithanen. This...

Qatar Becomes 8th Country To accept UPI Payments For Indian Travelers

Last Updated:September 24, 2025, 17:23 IST UPI is now available in Qatar. Along with Qatar, UPI is now accepted in UAE, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Nepal, Mauritius, France and Bhutan. Indian tourists in Qatar can pay via UPI at Duty Free outlets and...

Indian travellers can now use UPI payments across Qatar

NPCI International Payments Ltd (NIPL), in partnership with Qatar National Bank (QNB), has introduced QR code-based Unified Payments Interface (UPI) acceptance at point-of-sale terminals across Qatar for merchants acquired by QNB, powered by...

“I’ve Lived in Four Cities in Ten Years. I’m Still Not Settled”—Abroad Life

The Nigerian experience is physical, emotional, and sometimes international. No one knows it better than our features on #TheAbroadLife, a series where we detail and explore Nigerian experiences while living abroad. Obi (27) has lived in four...

Paradise redefined: How the Maldives is shaping the future of tourism

The Maldives shifts from sun, sea and sand, embracing wellness, sports, film tourism and sustainability to attract evolving global markets. The Maldives, often marketed as the “sunny side of life”, has long stood as the archetype of barefoot...

Five Melbourne food and drink gurus share their top spots to eat, shop and travel

The five reveal their go-to dinner party dishes, where they like to eat at home and abroad, and where they’d dine if they could turn back time. Plus, the legendary store that many of them would spend their life-savings in. Save You have reached...

Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita Welcomes Guests Back

Following an extensive seven-month enhancement project, Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita emerges anew, ready to captivate guests on the lush east coast of Mauritius. With Bambou Mountain and a shimmering turquoise lagoon as its dramatic...

‘Like it had been put on Earth specially for me’: readers’ favourite European city breaks

Sibiu, Romania’s medieval treasure Sibiu, the former capital of Transylvania, proved a wonderful place to visit. The city’s old town is on a hill, with every other building in the three main squares and the sidestreets seemingly a historic...

Tourism Month: South Africans increasingly travelling for ‘bleisure’ and other travel trends

Jason Veitch|Published 4 hours ago 3min South Africans are once again embracing international travel, with Stats SA[i] reporting a consistent trend towards pre-Covid levels of outbound travel. But travel as we know it is evolving. Insights from...

Stitelmann keeps the lead as Mini Globe Race 2025 leaves for Mauritius

Catch up on the latest updates from the Mini Globe Race 2025 Leg 3, including highlights from the stopover and strategic choices from the race's top contenders. Spirits high and water-tanks freshly topped up, the last of the Mini Globe Race 2025...

TRIPPING AROUND THE INHERITANCE

Kiru Naidoo|Published 33 minutes ago 3min I REMEMBER one of those hot, sticky summer afternoons on the banks of the Blue Lagoon with the aroma of mutton biryani and braai chops breezing from gazebos in every direction when Gono's daughter started...

Mauritius PM Strengthens Ties

Visit Overview: Mauritius prime minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam is currently on an official visit to india, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties between mauritius and India. Tribute at Rajghat: On Tuesday, PM Ramgoolam paid homage to mahatma...

‘I couldn’t feel my legs... that’s when you really start to panic’ – Ian Baraclough reveals honeymoon beach horror

The 54-year-old replaced Michael O’Neill northern boss in 2020, only to be sacked in 2022 to make way for O’Neill’s return. But the pain of losing his job with the Irish FA pales into insignificance when compared to what unfolded on the...

Countdown to Club Med South Africa Beach and Safari Resort opening in 2026

The countdown is officially underway for the opening of what might be KwaZulu-Natal’s go-to destination resort, Club Med South Africa Beach and Safari. Located on the spectacular Dolphin Coast, north of Durban, construction is well underway, with...

Beautiful Cornish beach that feels more like Hawaii than the UK

Nestled amongst the cliffs of Treryn Dinas in Cornwall sits one of the world's finest beaches. Featuring pristine waters, golden sand and an authentic slice of quintessential Cornish living, you'll feel as though you've been transported to Hawaii,...

Where is hot in October? Best holiday destinations for autumn sun in 2025

As October draws near, the UK is braced for cloudy days, colder temperatures and higher levels of rainfall. While the weather is often inconsistent at home, there are several destinations abroad that continue to be graced with high temperatures...