Dorine Reinstein

South Africa

Editor at Travel Weekly

Travel journalist - mom of two little monsters that have captured my heart - wife to impossible but great husband

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Articles

Royal Portfolio unveils a luxury villa in South Africa's Cape Winelands: Travel Weekly

3 weeks ago | travelweekly.com | Dorine Reinstein

The six-suite Franschhoek House is an exclusive-use villa located within La Residence Estate in the renowned wine region.
Ker & Downey opens luxury safari camp in Botswana's Okavango Delta

3 weeks ago | travelweekly.com | Dorine Reinstein

Located on Maxa Lagoon under a canopy of ebony, marula and leadwood trees, the intimate property accommodates just 12 guests in five tents, including one family unit. Rates start at $700 per person per night, fully inclusive. "During the past year of construction and exploration, we have observed an incredible array of wildlife, including seasonal movements of large herds of zebra and elephant across the floodplains," said Walter Smith, sales director of Ker & Downey Botswana.
Royal Portfolio unveils a luxury villa in South Africa's Cape Winelands

3 weeks ago | travelweekly.com | Dorine Reinstein

The six-suite property accommodates up to 12 guests and is situated an hour's drive from Cape Town in the heart of South Africa's renowned wine region. Interior design for the villa was created by Royal Portfolio owner Liz Biden, featuring her signature maximalist style with influences drawn from African birdlife, vintage French aesthetics and Indian textiles.
A safari surge expected in Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park

3 weeks ago | travelweekly.com | Dorine Reinstein

Safari tourism directly funds wildlife protection in Zimbabwe's state-owned reserves, covering operational costs and anti-poaching initiatives. Nowhere is this impact more evident than in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's largest natural reserve and home to one of Africa's greatest concentrations of elephants. After decades of poaching threats, reports indicate that no elephants have been killed since 2021 -- an extraordinary achievement made possible through sustainable-tourism revenue.
Chimps are the stars of this new Volcanoes Safaris itinerary

3 weeks ago | travelweekly.com | Dorine Reinstein

The eight-day safari itinerary features three nights each at the newly opened Kibale Lodge and the Kyambura Gorge Lodge, focusing on chimpanzee encounters in two of Africa's most significant habitats. Kyambura Gorge is described as a "magical sunken rainforest" home to an isolated community of 33 chimpanzees led by an alpha male named Mweya. Kibale Forest hosts over 1,500 chimpanzees and is recognized as one of Africa's premier locations for chimpanzee viewing.
Solo women travelers seek transformative experiences on African safaris: Travel Weekly

1 month ago | travelweekly.com | Dorine Reinstein

Solo women are ditching predictable European city breaks and Bali spa retreats in favor of adventure travel into Africa.
South Africa tourism has strong response to Trump executive order

1 month ago | travelweekly.com | Dorine Reinstein

The statement follows an executive order signed by U.S. President Donald Trump earlier this month that suspends foreign aid to South Africa and proposes resettlement opportunities for Afrikaner farmers amid ongoing land reform debates in the country. "We cannot allow sensationalist rhetoric to undo years of recovery in our tourism industry or mislead travelers about what awaits them here," Satsa CEO David Frost said in the statement.
New Gondwana Collection Namibia property offers luxury, privacy

1 month ago | travelweekly.com | Dorine Reinstein

The exclusive retreat draws inspiration from the ekipa -- traditional ornamental buttons worn by Namibian women -- and combines cultural heritage with contemporary design. Its architecture features distinctive curved lines and textured panels that echo pangolin scales, creating a bold presence in the landscape. "The design of The Ekipa was inspired by the landscape, culture and history of Namibia," said Alain Noirfalise, operational director at Gondwana Collection Namibia.
South Africa tourism's sky-high ambitions

1 month ago | travelweekly.com | Dorine Reinstein

Earlier this month Blade Nzimande, who serves as minister of the country's Department of Science, Technology and Innovation, presented South Africa's first Astro-Tourism Strategy to Parliament, formalizing the government's intent to capitalize on one of its most underutilized attractions: its unpolluted night skies.
Elewana Collection opens first property in its Explorer brand

1 month ago | travelweekly.com | Dorine Reinstein

Located in the western corridor of Serengeti National Park, Serengeti Explorer is positioned high on Nyaboro Hills, providing panoramic views across the plains. Its central but secluded location places guests within reach of key migration routes while offering a private retreat away from busier areas of the park. A defining feature of Serengeti Explorer is its on-site wildlife hide, which Elewana says is a first for the Serengeti.