Incentive travel: Scotland for whisky lovers!
Our incentives team was asked to host and escort two incentive competition winners around some of the western Scottish islands. A challenge Katie took on with gusto! The two winners had been selected from an in-store competition and the prize was truly the trip of a lifetime; it was hosted at each of the Distell […]
What does a Reunion Island Holiday have to offer?
Did you know that we also book Reunion island holidays? Just east of Madagascar, Reunion is a magical place with an array of landscapes: from jagged mountains and tumbling waterfalls to seaside beaches and cute coastal towns. Of course, a Reunion island holiday is not without a visit to the world’s most accessible and still […]
Interview with Marteyne van Well, Six Senses
In each Heart of the House interview, we go closer to the action by sharing a behind-the-scenes look of a luxury resort. Six Senses is a front-runner in sustainability and has become one of the most famous luxury resort brands in the world. Today, we chat to Marteyne van Well (General Manager at Six Senses Laamu) […]
Why Mauritius is the perfect spot for a family holiday
Last month Julien, from the marketing team at Giltedge, went on a holiday to Mauritius with his wife, three children and mom. Travelling with kids can come with its challenges but resorts that cater to all family members is the secret tip to a happy holiday. Julien stayed at Club Med La Pointe aux Canonniers […]
Interactive Cooking Experience in Cape Town for the MICE traveller
Hosted by chef Denise Cowburn-Levy (former international model and production guru), I was warmly welcomed into her beautiful private home in Fresnaye for an interactive cooking experience. Denise’s career involved lots of international travel and this exposure to exotic cuisines developed her own love for cooking. Each Ginger & Lime evening is dedicated to a […]
5 Unique Must-Buy Souvenirs in South Africa
Seasoned travellers don’t just get random souvenirs on their holidays – they look for pieces that have a story to tell. That are handmade, unique and made with love. We’ve put together 5 of our favourite souvenir ideas for our MICE travellers who are heading to South Africa. 1. Streetwires Located in Woodstock, the hip […]
Review of Ayada in the Maldives
Recently one of our guests visited Ayada in the Maldives with his family. Here’s what they had to say: “There are over 100 resort hotels in the Maldives. So, is it possible to stand out from the crowd? Ayada does.” “And it does so not with grand over-the-top extravagances and massive ocean villas, but rather […]
Malaria-Free Madikwe Game Reserve for the MICE traveller
Madikwe Game Reserve in northern South Africa is just a 4.5-hour drive (or an hour’s charter flight) from O.R. Tambo airport in Johannesburg. Linda and I went to explore the area by spending a few nights at two of the game reserve’s luxury lodges. We stayed at Madikwe Safari Lodge and Jaci’s Safari Lodge, enjoying […]
9 top resorts for a perfect Mozambique holiday
More affordable than the Maldives and less busy than the Seychelles, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite resorts for the perfect Mozambique holiday. While Mozambique is a bit more remote, it’s the opposite of mass tourism. It’s a destination that’s all about white sandy beaches, few tourists, exceptional service, fresh seafood and amazing cuisine. […]
A stay at Palala Boutique Game Lodge & Spa
We spent two weeks in the Limpopo Province, a great introduction to South Africa’s northernmost province. A tropical paradise, it’s surrounded by rocky outcrops, lush fruit plantations and magnificent baobab trees. After an intense training program for a client, we ventured west of Polokwane for 2.5 hours to discover the hidden gem Palala Boutique Game […]
