This is the place where you can find informed and inspiring choices of where to WINE, DINE, STAY and PLAY whilst you are on holiday in Southern Africa with us. Constantly updated - and with regular "real life" comments from our travellers - each section simply lists some of the favourite things we love doing in our City of Cape Town and as we travel OUT & ABOUT across Southern Africa and beyond.
We hope you feel inspired to try some of our choices and we would like to hear your thoughts and comments if you do.

 July 22  0 Comments

Like Queen Bees at the Queen Vic Like Queen Bees at the Queen Vic

We take our Designer Decadence feature to new levels this month after a stay at Cape Town’s newest Boutique hotel: the uber swanky Queen Victoria Hotel. 
Our MD Richard reports,
“The last time I stood in this very room, it was a concrete shell, with wires hanging everywhere and workmen in full swing, banging and hammering [...]

 July 06  0 Comments

Designer Decadence: The grandest Daddy of them all Designer Decadence: The grandest Daddy of them all

In our new fabulous Designer Decadence hotel feature, we will be reviewing a special and really cool hotel each month, well known for its designer features and luxurious fittings.  A hotel which adds that little something extra to your travel experience, these hotels are nothing short of extraordinary!  Expect the unexpected, the unusual and the [...]

 May 24  0 Comments

A One & Only Experience – A plush stay at Cape Town’s most exclusive hotel A One & Only Experience – A plush stay at Cape Town’s most exclusive hotel

To be truly honest, at Travel Concepts we are not really big hotel people, what really turns us on is seeking out and staying at smaller boutique properties that are that bit more individual and intimate.
It’s just a personal thing and in South Africa we are blessed with lots of choice, but when Mrs. Holt [...]

 June 07  0 Comments

The Oyster Box Hotel The Oyster Box Hotel

One of South Africa’s oldest hotels, The Oyster Box located in Umhlanga, 20 minutes north of Durban, Kwazulu-Natal, is an institution. Being spoken about as ‘the rebirth of a legend’, this Grande Dame of 1947 has recently re-opened after a two year extensive upgrade. Our travel team where in the area after the Indaba and made [...]

 February 01  0 Comments

Four Rosmead – Cape Town Four Rosmead – Cape Town

Four Rosmead is a stylish guesthouse situated in the quiet residential suburb of Oranjezicht. The historical house has been remodelled and is surrounded by landscaped gardens and panoramic views of Table Mountain. The result is a Cape contemporary classic with a rich history and interiors that are elegant with a subtle yet distinctive African spirit.
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 January 01  0 Comments

The Peech Hotel – Joburg The Peech Hotel – Joburg

The Peech Hotel is Joburg’s latest offering of a ‘chic’ boutique hotel. It is swish and sexy – the ideal hangout for trendy travelers in the hunt for no-frills contemporary style. In these environmentally aware times, The Peech is committed to operating a sustainable hotel and aims to have as small an impact as possible [...]

 December 01  0 Comments

The Hyde – Sea Point promenade The Hyde – Sea Point promenade

Situated just off the Sea Point promenade, The Hyde offers 36 swanky self catering apartments that combine exclusive luxury with lock up and go practicality. Catering specifically to a discerning market, the Hyde delivers the small things that make the big differences – with a style all of its own.
The apartments are fully serviced and [...]

 November 01  0 Comments

The Dock House, Boutique Hotel and Spa – Cape Town

Last month Yolande our office manager announced her engagement, so as a celebration we packed her and hubby to be off for a romantic night at the Dock House, a small but exclusive hotel overlooking the heart of Cape Town’s famous Waterfront.
“Originally built as the harbour master’s private residence; the Dock House is a striking [...]

 October 01  0 Comments

Kensington Place – Cape Town

An intimate boutique hotel where the personal service is difficult to beat. Decor is sophisticated and modern. We are pleased to announce that once again Kensington Place has been included in the Tatler 2009 101Best Hotels in the World.

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 September 01  0 Comments

The Mount Nelson Hotel – Cape Town

Cape Towns oldest hotel. We love the history and tradition. The beautiful large garden setting and elegant pink buildings are very unique to the city, making the hotel a landmark often referred to as ‘the pink lady’. Try out the Planet Champagne bar for a glass of bubbly followed by an elegant dinner in the [...]

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