Posted by Concierge Traveller on February 28, 2025 · Leave a Comment
The seven natural wonders of Africa
Africa is startlingly diverse continent, with so many different landscapes and dazzling sunsets to take your breath away. If you’re thinking about travelling to Africa for a holiday, you might want to include at least a few of Africa’s seven natural wonders.
Great Rift Valley
The Great Rift Valley, running from north to south through wildlife-infused... Read More
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Wild Game, Grapevines and Gracious Travel
Trans Africa Safaris, a family owned and operated business in South Africa, and Concierge Traveller, both have a keen eye for spotting the most impressive touring experiences in Southern and East Africa. Trans African Safaris’ excellence lies in thoughtful service, tailor-made arrangements, hand-picked accommodation, transfixing locations... Read More
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Posted by Concierge Traveller on August 16, 2024 · 611 Comments
Ski it first: Unique skiing in India and Africa
Holidays in the snow are always great, but what’s even greater is the chance to go somewhere new that none of your friends can say they’ve ever been. It’s always nice to be the first to visit somewhere up and coming, and we’re here to let you in on two of the most unusual skiing destinations around the world.
Where to go skiing... Read More
Category Accommodation in India, Accommodation in South Africa, Active holidays, Cultural holidays, Ski holidays, Special interest holidays, Wildlife & Safaris · Tags Dal Lake, Gulmarg, Kashmir, Maloti-Drakensberg Transfrontier Park, Mt Apharwat, Safari, Skiing in India, Srinagar
Put a ring on it: Five exotic destinations to propose
You’ve met the woman of your dreams and it’s time to commit. There are plenty of favourite spots you think are ideal for a proposal, but a holiday to somewhere different will make a new memory before you make her your wife.
1. A private sandy atoll in Tahiti, French Polynesia
On an archipelago of 118 pristine islands and... Read More
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Posted by Concierge Traveller on February 2, 2025 · 19 Comments
Beauty & the Best - Southern African safaris
Africa is a powerhouse of dramatic scenery, open skies and wildlife spectacles, often punctuated by desirable touches of luxury. We have partnered with Trans Africa Safaris, a boutique, family-run company, that has been at the forefront of private tours in Southern Africa since the 1950’s. Attention to detail is combined with... Read More
Category 4WD tour, Accommodation in South Africa, Active holidays, Adventurous, Edition #10 Best of the Best, Holiday in South Africa, Luxury holiday, UNESCO World Heritage sites, Wildlife & Safaris · Tags Botswana, Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Lion Sands Private Game Reserve, Namibia, Sabie River, South Africa, Southern Africa, Trans Africa Safaris, Victoria Falls
Posted by Concierge Traveller on December 15, 2024 · 23 Comments
Ocean deep, Table Mountain high: Getting the most out of South Africa
The incredible Garden Route is an alluring destination for its mild, oceanic climate and enticing, ecologically diverse environment. If you’re planning a holiday in South Africa, we can help you plan it wisely, including some outstanding places to stay as you idle along this spectacular coast.
The trip itself... Read More
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Posted by Concierge Traveller on October 5, 2024 · 18 Comments
Bushman’s Kloof South Africa - A walk in the park
The unspoiled Cederberg foothills are four hours by car north of Cape Town. The route passes through wheat fields and lush green citrus groves. The foothills are a mecca for walkers and rock climbers who flock to take in the area’s dramatic and weird rock formations, while old woodcutters’ paths crisscross... Read More
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Posted by Concierge Traveller on September 29, 2024 · 1 Comment
Southern Africa accommodation under the sun
The World Cup has stirred interest in travel to Southern Africa. Sun International Hotels has a portfolio of hotels that takes advantage of attractions from wildlife reserves to wine estates. Take for instance the Table Bay Hotel. This gracious “high teas and flowers hotel” symbolizes all that is good about Cape Town. Its waterfront... Read More
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