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IKON UNCORKED: SOUTH AFRICA’S FINEST PINOTAGE

By IKON | February 28, 2018

When thinking about wine, we should always think about the fruit (grape) and how the juice from this fruit is the basis for a wines essence. The Pinotage grape (and wine) is a cross of Pinot Noir and Cinsault (a.k.a. in South Africa at the time as Hermitage) was invented (crossed) by Professor Abraham Perold […]

IKON CELEBRATES WORLD PANGOLIN DAY WITH WENDY PANAINO

By IKON | February 19, 2018

Pangolins or scaly anteaters are one of the Earth’s most Endangered Species and are poached for their scales believed to be used for jewellery, delicacies and traditional medicines. We recently interviewed Wendy Panaino, pangolin researcher at Tswalu Kalahari to find out more about these fascinating creatures. What is the purpose of your research on pangolins? […]

IKONS’ TOP FIVE ROMANTIC SKYBEDS

By IKON | February 14, 2018

Africa offers a plethora of romantic experiences, from sleep outs on the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, authentic Mokoro rides along the Okavango Delta, Sampan dining along the Zambezi River, gourmet picnics amongst the vineyards and spending a night or two outdoors on romantic Skybeds. In celebration of Valentine’s Day and in no particular order we would […]

BABYLONSTOREN, VOTED ONE OF THE BEST HOTELS IN THE WORLD

By IKON | February 6, 2018

Recently voted on Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List 2018 for being one of the best hotels in the world, Babylonstoren is a highlight not to be missed when traveling to Cape Town. Located along the renowned Franschhoek Valley Wine Route, Babylonstoren is an iconic turning point of days gone by. Previously a fruit and wine […]

EXPERIENCE TSWALU KALAHARI

By IKON | November 6, 2017

Tswalu Kalahari is an exclusive property located in the Kalahari Game Reserve and offers visitors a unique wildlife experience. The malaria-free 110,000 hectare reserve encompasses its own topography and climate and for this reason a diverse species of wildlife such as the elusive Pangolin, Black Maned Lion, Oryx and Brown Hyena have all adapted to […]

CAPE TOWN BOASTS REFURBISHED SUNSET RESTAURANT

By IKON | November 1, 2017

Cape Town offers the traveler a multitude of fun and adventure; from dining at highly acclaimed restaurants to exploring the scenic West Coast, Cape Peninsula and Winelands, it’s safe to say that Cape Town has it all. And, at the end of all this there is no other way to end off a day or […]

CAPE TOWN ORANJEZICHT CITY FARM MARKET

By IKON | February 2, 2017

Not only is Cape Town known for the incredible Table Mountain – the Seventh Natural Wonder in the World – but Cape Town is also known for being South Africa’s main “foodie capital”. In short, the Oranjezicht City Farm is what the name suggests, a quaint farm situated in the middle of the city. Oranjezicht […]

TSWALU PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

By IKON | January 31, 2017

This Lodge with a colossal size of +- 130 000 hectares is owned by a very influential South African family and was voted National Geographic’s Unique Lodges of the World. The experience that this Lodge offers is a must-visit. Hosting a maximum of 30 guests – divided between 2 lodges, Motse Lodge and the Tarkuni […]