South Africa’s Central Energy Fund plans to deliver an extra 1.5 million liters of jet fuel to OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg to protect against further supply shortages. The announcement comes as the fuel shortage crisis slowly stabilizes...
Delta Air Lines Will Try Cape Town Route Once Again
After scheduling it, then scrapping it, then making it a triangle flight via Johannesburg, then scrapping it again, Delta Air Lines has once again announced its intention to serve Cape Town, South Africa. Delta Air Lines Plans Cape Town...
Review: Aspire Lounge Johannesburg (JNB)
The star of the Aspire Lounge at O.R. Tambo International in Johannesburg was Jeffrey and I was so pleased to experience his kind hospitality. In terms of Priority Pass lounges at JNB, this one is my favorite. Aspire Lounge...
Review: Shongololo Lounge Johannesburg (JNB)
The Shongololo Lounge lounge in Johannesburg may feel more like a convenience store than a Priority Pass lounge, but it offers a unique amenity at O.R. Tambo International: sealed meals ready to eat. Shongololo Lounge Johannesburg (JNB) Review Location +...
Great Coffee In Johannesburg (Melrose Arch)
During my brief stay in Johannesburg last month, I tried three great coffee shops within the Melrose Arch district. Coffee is not in short supply in South Africa. Best Coffee In Johannesburg My first stop was just outside the...
Melrose Arch, The Gated City Within Johannesburg
There’s so much more to Johannesburg than simply sitting in a hotel room or going out to eat, but if safety is on your mind, the Melrose Arch neighborhood—a gated city within a city—is about the safest place in...
Review: Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch, Johannesburg
I spent my one night in Johannesburg at the Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch. This lovely hotel offers great service and a very comfortable bed in the poshest neighborhood of J’Berg. Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch Johannesburg Review Although I’m a...
My International Arrival Experience In Johannesburg, South Africa
My international arrival experience in Johannesburg, South Africa at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in the COVID-19 era was painless. International Arrival Experience At O.R. Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, South Africa South Africa requires a negative PCR test in order...
Introduction: A Conscientious Journey To Omicron Ground Zero
As I alluded to a few weeks ago, I took a trip to “ground zero” of the omicron variant, South Africa, for just one day last month. Now it’s time to share about that wonderful journey. My Conscientious Journey...
When Desmond Tutu Was Subject To Secondary Screening At Johannesburg Airport
Flashpoint 1986. Desmond Tutu, the Anglican Archbishop of Cape Town, Nobel laureate, and freedom fighter was traveling to Cape Town from Jan Smuts International Airport in Johannesburg. Hundreds of passengers streamed through the airport security checkpoint. None were stopped...
“Nu” Coronavirus Variant Is Already With Us – Can We Not Panic, Please?
I’m not in a great mood this morning considering South Africa has been made a pariah state overnight for being transparent and countries are quickly shutting borders once again. My point is not to downplay or dismiss the new...
South Africa Blocks Delta Air Lines From Flying To Cape Town
In an odd turn of events, it turns out Delta Airlines will not begin its triangle service between Atlanta, Johannesburg, and Cape Town because the South African government will not let it. South Africa Blocks Delta Air Lines From...
I Experience The “Coming Out” Scam In Cape Town
A man came up to me on the street. He asked for help. I attempted to help him. But I soon found that I fallen to victim to the Cape Town version of a “coming out” scam…or something like...
Great Coffee In Cape Town
During my time in Cape Town I enjoyed several nice cups of coffee, though perhaps none better than at my hotel. Great Coffee In Cape Town I stayed at the Westin Hotel, which featured a beautiful breakfast spread each...
My Thankful Uber Driver In Cape Town
Moments after stepping into Robert’s car at Cape Town International Airport, he started pouring out his heart to me. This was not going to be an ordinary Uber ride. A Memorable Uber Trip In Cape Town Robert, who said...
South Africa + Bali Prepare To Reopen To International Tourists
Despite surging cases of COVID-19 around the world, two popular tourist destinations are gearing up to welcome international visitors again. But are Bali and South Africa setting themselves up for failure through a premature tourism reopening? South Africa Will...
Emirates Suspends Service To South Africa; Lufthansa May Be Next
UPDATE: Emirates Resumes Flights After the writing of this article, Emirates announced service to South Africa will resume in full tomorrow, with flights to Cape Town, Durban, and Johannesburg operating. Crews will not be required to submit negative COVID-19...
Help Name South Africa’s Newest Airline (And Win Free Travel For One Year)
Although a pandemic marks a strange time to start a new airline, a new carrier plans domestic service later this year. But this new airline has no name yet and has turned to the South African public for help....
United Airlines Returns To Africa, Announces New Service To Cape Town
United Airlines will resume service to the African continent with new seasonal service to Cape Town, South Africa. Starting on December 15, 2019, United will operate three flights weekly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Cape Town (CPT). The...
British Airways Adds New Destination in South Africa
British Airways will begin nonstop service to Durban, South Africa starting this autumn. The new 5,935-mile service begins on October 29, 2018 and will run three time per week and utilize a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. The flight will operate...
