How to make a positive change on your holiday?
Giltedge has long been committed to making a positive change through travel. For years we’ve been involved with a number of philanthropic organisations that we feel are making a positive difference in the lives of the communities in and around Cape Town – our home city. As June comes to a close, we head into […]
Giltedge MICE best of: Cape Town experiences
When there is so much to do and see in one city where does one begin? In the first of our “best of” series, we have put together this list of Cape Town experiences: In no particular order here is our list of must-do experiences in and around the beautiful city of Cape Town! TANDEM […]
Constance Tsarabanjina: A spotlight on Madagascar
Madagascar is home to gorgeous resorts. And Constance Tsarabanjina, located on a tiny island in the north-west of Madagascar, is one of them. Tsarabanjina was completely uninhabited before 1990. The island was then only known as the location of the tombs of their Sakalava kings (the tombs still exist today, a protected spot on the […]
The 8 Best Lodges & Resorts in Madagascar
Called “the land in the forgotten sea”, Madagascar is a land of adventure and perfect for active travellers. This relatively unexplored island is home to amazing accommodation, and we’ve picked the 8 best resorts in Madagascar. Experience an island with a unique culture, endemic plants and animals; explore its endless white beaches, jungles and mangroves. Miavana […]
The Forum Embassy Hill in Cape Town
On a beautiful crisp Autumn day last week, Linda and I went on a short drive, to discover a secluded venue right on our doorstep. A real gem is tucked behind heavy wrought iron gates in the green leafy green suburb of Constantia. Located only minutes away from the City Bowl yet seemingly miles away […]
Charlotte’s engagement in the Maasai Mara’s Angama Mara
“I had a farm in Africa…” Since childhood, I have always remembered Karen Blixen’s words from the magnificent award-winning movie ‘Out Of Africa’ and have dreamt of visiting this magical place, the Maasai Mara in Kenya. My dream became true in February when I had the incredible opportunity to travel to the Maasai Mara. I […]
Crystal Air Cruises, wonders of an African safari adventure
Our MICE team was privileged to be the preferred DMC for the inaugural Crystal AirCruises journey to Africa, their Wonders of Africa Safari Adventure: Chinese New Year AirCruise in February this year. In celebration of the Year of the Dog, 85 guests including well known Malaysian tycoons and high profile Chinese families, jetted into Jomo […]
Meetings Africa & The Post FAM Trip
As always, Meetings Africa was a whirlwind of meetings! It’s a time to meet with people from across the globe who share a common interest – Africa. The theme for this year’s Meetings Africa was ‘Shared Economies’ and how, through this, we will advance Africa as a global travel destination together. All in all, we […]
FAM Trip: Hosting Nordic Travel Agents in South Africa
In March, Giltedge in collaboration with South African Tourism, hosted a group of 40 Nordic agents from the MICE and FIT sector. We had one day to blow their socks off and show them how amazing our city and its surroundings are! After much planning and preparation, we were ready for the group to arrive. […]
5 Top Island Destinations for Celebration Travel
Are you planning a trip with your friends, celebrating a special birthday or a girls’ weekend away? You hate big resorts and busy hotels… but love peace and quiet, absorbing the ocean’s waves and salty air. Then we’ve picked the best island resorts that cater for celebrations and groups – but that are private enough […]
