Author: Bianca J

How to turn 15 leave days into 44 off days in 2023

Do you ever feel like there is just not enough holidays in the year? We have made a handy cheat sheet to make the most out of your leave days March Take leave the 17th and 20th March 2 days leave + 1 Public Holiday = 5 days off. April Take leave 11-14th April 4 … Continue reading “How to turn 15 leave days into 44 off days in 2023”

Most Expensive Accommodation 2022 – South Africa

South Africa has some of the most lavish accommodation in the world And we understand why, our country has so much beauty to offer 🙂 Let’s have a look at the 10 most expensive establishments on our site #10 – 008 Villa Set against the magnificent backdrop of the 12 Apostles mountain range, 008 Villa … Continue reading “Most Expensive Accommodation 2022 – South Africa”

Then and Now: How the Pandemic has changed travel

As South Africa starts a new chapter and tries to find its feet with the ‘new normal’,  Afristay takes a look at how the Pandemic has changed our industry. Looking at: – Rates charged per night, – How much guests would spend, – Booking length – Amount of Guests – Most popular towns What did … Continue reading “Then and Now: How the Pandemic has changed travel”

Holiday destinations you need to consider in SA

South Africa is a prime tourism destination endowed with beautiful spaces, incredible scenery and experiences, as well as adventure and wild destinations. From its vast coastline, mountains and hills to the sprawling game reserves dotted around the country, there is something for everybody. While the list of prospective destinations is long, there are a few … Continue reading “Holiday destinations you need to consider in SA”

Virtual Holiday, NFT now makes it a reality

As a web 2.0 only company we realised Afristay needed to innovate quickly to stay relevant in this new web 3.0 world, and that is where the idea was born of South Africa’s first ever NFT holiday home. The world’s first NFT Digital house sold for $500,000 (that is a whopping R7,240,450.00) to one person, … Continue reading “Virtual Holiday, NFT now makes it a reality”

Different types of holidays you need to know

Life’s daily routines and stresses can take a toll on individual and family life. This is the basic reason why holidays are designed. It allows people to relax, get perspective on different aspects of life, have fun and experience something out of the normal. This is achieved by seeing new landmarks, tasting diverse cuisine and … Continue reading “Different types of holidays you need to know”

South Africa Public Holidays 2023

2023 1 January:               New Year’s Day 2 January:               New Year’s Holiday 21 March:                Human Rights Day7 7 April:                     Good Friday 10 April:            … Continue reading “South Africa Public Holidays 2023”

School Calendar 2023

Inland cluster: Free State, Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Term            Duration 1                      11 Jan – 24 Mar 2                     12 Apr – 23 Jun 3                  … Continue reading “School Calendar 2023”