Past Newsletters

August 25, 2022

Our 'beyond boutique' five-star luxury hotels are here to offer you an unforgettable experience. Relax and rest in the knowledge that the encounter will be once in a lifetime, and the relationships made will last a lifetime. We get to know and understand each of our guests personally so we can serve them in the best way possible, down to the most exquisite detail.

August 18, 2022

Our inaugural issue unpacks the idea of wandering around the megafauna in the African bushveld. While guided, this pulse-racing activity may not be for the faint of heart; however, it is utterly rewarding for those who dare venture into the wild on foot.

August 11, 2022

The weather is great, and there are far fewer people in Cape Town as it is not peak season. Exploring is far more relaxed in shoulder season. Our guests can take their time to see everything at a slower pace.

August 4, 2022

Group General Manager Nicky Coenen says, "Our beyond boutique hotel in the storied Constantia Valley has recently undergone a soft refurbishment. We've brought the outside in, taking a leaf out of Mother Nature's book.

July 28, 2022

A lively lot, we love any excuse to celebrate, especially when it involves cheering the success of our beautiful country, South Africa. Time magazine announced Franschhoek, an oenophile's dream, as one of the World's Greatest Places 2022 and highlighted the beautiful wines produced by South Africa's first Black-owned wine farm.

July 21, 2022

Take to the skies and soar across some 60,000 hectares of Klaserie Private Nature Reserve (KPNR) over the Blyde River Canyon for a thrilling airborne safari experience. The hour-long Blyde River Canyon helicopter flip is an exhilarating journey from the Lowveld bush to one of the largest canyons on Earth.

July 14, 2022

Our team at Last Word Concierge is happiest when they are dream weaving. We are delighted to bring news of an exciting new safari for your enjoyment, an exclusive partnership offer with Lion Camp, South Luangwa National Park, Zambia.

June 30, 2022

Our local partnerships form a vital part of our luxury hospitality offering.

June 23, 2022

Tourism has the power to transform the economy, contributing to the conservation of nature and precious wildlife.

June 16, 2022

Layers of Last Word Luxury #2