Past Newsletters

January 29, 2021

It is no coincidence that our footprint extends to our Rainbow Nation's brightest beauty spots. Cape Town, Franschhoek and Greater Kruger; we have it all and it is waiting for you.

January 14, 2021

Like many good habits, optimism needs cultivating. 'Practice makes perfect', as the adage goes. If you get into the habit of training your mind toward the bright side, you will enjoy these many benefits. Here's what we found works:

January 7, 2021

As the wise old bear, Baloo of The Jungle Book fame once said, "Come fall apart in my backyard." Now, doesn't that sound like good advice? On the banks of the Klaserie is where you can reconnect; with yourself and those that matter most. Here, 'exceptional' is the rule and, 'extraordinary', our 'every day'.

December 31, 2020

Last Word Franschhoek, our 'beyond boutique' hotel's location on sought-after Huguenot Road, is mere heartbeats away from the lively centre of this charming French-inspired village.

December 24, 2020

Ever heard the saying, 'Hindsight is 2020'? I think we can all agree that to see the back of this year will give us all a sense of relief. Despite sentiments that the stroke of midnight on December 31st, 2020 will not be the silver bullet, it will see us taking a deliberate step toward containing COVID-19.

December 17, 2020

Amid all the excitement of our reimagined Last Word announcements, Nicky Coenen, our Group General Manager, carved out time for arguably the most crucial team catch up of all.

December 10, 2020

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the better part of 2020, we had an opportunity to reflect on our place and purpose within the complex ecosystem of Tourism.

December 3, 2020

What could be better than arriving in style at your luxury safari hideaway? If you consider yourself a savvy traveller, read on.

November 19, 2020

Our 'beyond boutique' hotel ranks #7 in the category 'Top 30 Hotels in Africa' also places us #2 Top Hotel in Cape Town in this prestigious survey.

November 12, 2020

It's official. South Africa is once again open for international travel and we're ready to welcome you back to our beautiful country and our serene sanctuaries at The Last Word.