Now’s the perfect time to book your holiday, and in the September/October 2025 issue of Sawubona we share so many options for you to consider.
- Cape Town: why would you not want to visit this city that was once again named Best City in the World in the 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards, ahead of other global heavyweights.
- Perth: there’s so much to do and see in this Australian city, and with direct flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town, it’s so much more accessible.
- Dar es Salaam: doesn’t white sandy beaches, palm trees, and clear blue water sound just perfect for unwinding after a busy year? If you’re looking for more than lazing by the beach, you can fill up on Tanzanian culture, history and bustling markets.
- Mauritius: from hiking a UNESCO World Heritage Site to cruising on a catamaran, there a plenty of reasons why Mauritius is always a good idea for a holiday.
- Lusaka: this Zambian city often gets overlooked by travellers excited to get on with seeing the country’s spectacular wildlife. Yet this dynamic city deserves attention as more than just a gateway to safaris.
- São Paulo: this is a city that never sleeps. Filled with culture, history, and thousands of restaurants and bars, there’s something for everyone.
- Rio de Janeiro: the best-known Brazilian city, Rio is known for its friendly people, stunning beaches, unique football experiences, and year-round samba. That certainly sounds like vacation!
- Maputo: you’ll obviously want to relax by the beach, but enjoying garlic prawns, soft crab curry with coconut rice, or peri-peri chicken, and the local 2M beer will certainly enhance your experience.
Read these stories and many more in the September/October 2025 issue of Sawubona here.



