Lizanne's Travel Desk - Giltedge International Travel

16/09/2026

24/08/2026

A new direct connection is coming. ✈️

From 16 November, Airlink will connect Gqeberha and Mbombela with three flights a week, marking the first-ever direct scheduled air service between the two cities.

Connecting the Eastern Cape coast with the gateway to Kruger, the new route offers an easier way to travel between the two regions.

Find out more: bit.ly/4y3mNyy

19/08/2026

International travel to South Africa is set to become simpler, faster and more affordable with the introduction of the new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system.

The new digital system will change how visa applications are processed for travellers from visa-required countries, with a new fee structure also being introduced.

If you work in tourism, welcome international guests, or are planning a trip to South Africa, this is an important development to be aware of.

👉 Read the full update and find out what the new ETA system means for travellers here:

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07/08/2026

This Women’s Month, meet 20 travellers who pushed boundaries and changed the way we see the world.

02/08/2026

Expert tips from the international airline body

28/07/2026

28/07/2026