Your Summer Holiday Guide: Where Will You End The Year?

Golden beaches, market meandering or braving a safari game drive – which summer holiday ideas have made it to your shortlist? Newmark Hotels & Reserves has some inspiration to get you through the next few months as we count down to that well-deserved year-end holiday.

Sun, Sand & Waves

In December, you bid farewell to the office and get ready to jet off to the beach holiday of your dreams. Imagine strolling on a pristine beach in Zanzibar, Mauritius or Cape Town – a summer holiday everyone needs to experience at least once in a lifetime.

Where to stay:

• La Maison D’Été: A boutique hotel at the water’s edge in a tropical paradise with warm hospitality.

• The Winchester Hotel: A four-star offering facing the Atlantic Ocean.

• La Splendida: An Art Deco-style hotel on the Mouille Point promenade in Cape Town with breathtaking views.

• Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge: A tranquil retreat on Zanzibar's west coast set amidst the ruins of a historic palace.

• Mystik Lifestyle Boutique Hotel: A vibrant hotel on Mauritius' longest beach, offering a lively and authentic island experience.

City Exploring

Dust off the sand, add some glitter and immerse yourself in the glamorous, vibrant city of Cape Town. From Foreshore to the V&A Waterfront, there is enough shopping, fine dining and scenic photo-snapping to fill your memory banks.

Where to stay:

• The Onyx Hotel: A modern apartment-style hotel in the heart of the city's Foreshore, blending urban sophistication with vibrant South African flair.

• Rockefeller Hotel & Residences: A cosmopolitan hotel in the city's Foreshore district, offering urban luxury with a rooftop pool and a vibrant atmosphere.

• Dock House Boutique Hotel: An exclusive and intimate luxury retreat with private butler service and a tranquil atmosphere.

• Queen Victoria Hotel: An elegant and sophisticated hotel offering a seamless blend of old-world charm and modern convenience.

• Victoria & Alfred Hotel Enjoy Cape Town's allure with harbor and Table Mountain views from its prime V&A Waterfront location.

Summer safari

For the traveller with an adventurous spirit, a captivating summer safari in a renowned private game reserve may just be the perfect end to the year. Summer marks a magical period for nature lovers, as the land is lush and green following the rains, and the bush is teeming with new life, making it prime time for spotting newborn animals.

Being surrounded by majestic wildlife, going on thrilling game drives, guided wilderness walks and starlit African dining could all be yours to experience before the year is up.

Where to stay:

• Nkomazi: Spend your holiday in a 5-star glamping destination in scenic Mpumalanga with a private tent, pool and spa.

• QWABI: Family holiday or romantic escape, this is a luxury Waterberg safari at its best.

• Motswari: An exclusive, family-owned safari lodge nestled in the Timbavati Nature Reserve, bordering Kruger National Park.

• Mount Camdeboo: A malaria-free, conservation-focused reserve in the Great Karoo, offering a safari adventure steeped in history and culture.

End your year in style with a luxurious escape to one of our highly acclaimed destinations in South Africa and beyond. Book your ultimate summer holiday here with Newmark Hotels & Reserves now.