Category: Travel

Dubai on a Budget – 8 cheap things to do in Dubai in 2025

Over the past few years, Dubai shot to global fame for a reason. Think desert meets ocean, where luxury reigns, and the air is spiced with exotic perfumes (sounds heavenly, right?). It’s no wonder South Africans are choosing it as one of our most visited destinations. But don’t let its high-roller reputation fool you. This […]

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Dubai on a Budget: 8 Epic Experiences Under R1000

Over the past few years, Dubai shot to global fame for a reason. Think desert meets ocean, where luxury reigns, and the air is spiced with exotic perfumes (sounds heavenly, right?). It’s no wonder South Africans are choosing it as one of our most visited destinations. But don’t let its high-roller reputation fool you. This […]

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8 Cheap Things to do in Cape Town – December 2024

Hunting for budget-friendly fun in Cape Town this December? Whether you’re chasing festive lights or adrenaline-packed adventures, the Mother City has plenty to offer without draining your wallet. The sun’s out, so why are you still inside? Step into summer with these cheap and free things to do in Cape Town. Free Things to do […]

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Cheap (and free) things to do in Johannesburg in December 2024

Who says the City of Gold needs to cost gold? Johannesburg is pulsing with free activities, hidden art galleries and secret sunset spots that won’t cost you more than your morning coffee. Looking for things to do in the city? We’re spilling Joburg’s best kept secrets and hidden gems to look out for this December. […]

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How to Book Flights Now and Pay Later

And it’s not just for Black Friday 2024! However you want to call it: Buy now, Pay Later or Fly now, Pay Later, Black Friday 2024 flight and travel deals just got more enticing. Travelstart’s new Book Now, Pay Later payment method in partnership with Payflex was launched on the 27th of November 2024 and […]

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Cheap Black Friday Flight Deals for 2024

What pops into your head when someone says Black Friday? Let me guess, half-priced TVs, air fryers, and microwaves, right? Seriously, does it have to be about appliances every year? Let’s turn your attention to something more enticing – flights! Yep, Black Friday flight deals are overlooked but they hold the key to seeing the […]

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Cheap Flights for Black Friday 2024: Where will you fly to next?

What pops into your head when someone says Black Friday? Let me guess, half-priced TVs, air fryers, and microwaves, right? Seriously, does it have to be about appliances every year? Let’s turn your attention to something more enticing – flights! Yep, flights are overlooked but they hold the key to seeing the world. Cheap flights […]

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Black Friday 2024: Top 5 Rand-friendly Travel Deals.

Cheap Holiday Destinations, you didn’t know you needed! Black Friday is the holy grail of the retail sales calendar. Big SALE signs pop up everywhere, and the sound of money leaving wallets fills the air. If you’re still debating between a flat-screen TV and an actual adventure, let us nudge you in the right direction. […]

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Stay connected with eSIMs: Your new travel BFF

Let’s face it: the days of fumbling with SIM cards and hunting for a needle to swap them out are over. Your passport to hassle-free connectivity while you’re gallivanting around the globe is an eSIM. If you’re still clinging to that old-school SIM card, it’s time to let go and embrace the future. Stay connected […]

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CAPE TOWN: Facts You Didn’t Ask For.

Cape Town—South Africa’s Mother City—is way more than epic views, towering mountains, and irresistibly cold water (yes, it’s freezing, but we’re obsessed). Ranked among the best cities in the world and pulling tourists all year round (seriously, every season is tourist season in Cape Town), this city’s history runs deep. It’s a place where oppression […]

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