By Mark van Eyssen, GST Assessor Along the oak-lined Main Road of Paarl, directly opposite the historic Paarl Gymnasium, stands a building that quietly tells a story spanning more than three centuries. At first glance, it is a beautifully restored Cape Dutch property. But step closer and it becomes something more, a living piece of […]
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Jules of the Karoo: premier home of the springbok
by Anne Kruger, GST Correspondent In the heart of South Africa’s Northern Cape lies Jules of the Karoo Safaris, a testament to sustainable tourism and conservation. This working Merino sheep farm is renowned for its Springbok breeding and trophy hunting. These combined activities ensure sustainability. As a member of GST, the GST measure and manage […]
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Unusual plants, animals at Bartholomeus Klip’s famous Elandsberg Nature Reserve
by Anne Kruger, GST Correspondent Bartholomeus Klip is a working sheep and wheat farm located in the farmlands of the Riebeek Valley. It is surrounded by a pristine nature reserve and looks out onto the Limiet Mountain range. Visitors to Bartholomeus Klip can experience a mix of a working farm, nature reserve and luxurious accommodation […]
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Entabeni Safari Conservancy – A Diverse Hub of Sustainability par Excellence
ARE YOU passionate about sustainable tourism? Entabeni Safari Conservancy offers an immersive experience in eco-friendly travel. I visited from 17 to 19 September 2025 with Mark van Eyssen, an assessor for Go Sustainable Tourism (GST) because Entabeni is in the process of joining GST. Our friendly and highly competent host, manager Charlaine Schoeman, guided us […]
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Sustainable Golf: The Tribute Course at Legend Golf & Safari Resort, South Africa
By MARK VAN EYSSEN – IN THE WILD heart of South Africa’s Limpopo Province, where open plains meet ancient koppies and the bushveld teems with wildlife, golf takes on a uniquely African character. Legend Golf & Safari Resort has become a pioneer of sustainable tourism here, not only for its audacious Signature Course designed by […]
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Adara Palmiet Valley Boutique Hotel: A Jewel of Serenity at the Southern tip of Africa
This exceptional property is a combination of historical interest and timeless elegance. Come and immerse yourself in the perfect serenity and stylish ambience of this sanctuary – perfect for connoisseurs, nature lovers and everyone in search of something special. They teamed up with Go Sustainable Tourism (GST), a management method for companies in the tourism […]
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The best barbecue experience in South Africa?
By Mark van Eyssen, GST Assessor, Boland area I HAD THE PRIVILEGE of assessing the Adara Palmiet Valley Boutique Hotel, for sustainable tourism. It is situated on Sonstraal Road in the Klein Drakenstein region of Paarl. I booked in on a Sunday afternoon prior to the assessment the next day. The Hotel, situated on a […]
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Mount Ceder: A Perfect Escape for the Sustainability-conscious Nature Lover
By Rina Steyn, GST Correspondent Mount Ceder, a working olive farm, is a certified member of Go Sustainable Tourism (GST), using the GST management method consisting of the following four equitable legs: Conservation, Community, Customer and Company. Why is it such a perfect escape? The customer leg of the method has to do with how customers […]
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La Provence: A Haven for Tourists
by Rina Steyn, Correspondent Go Sustainable Tourism (GST) is a management method for entrepreneurs in the tourism stay industry interested in managing their businesses sustainably. The GST management method consists of four equitable legs: Conservation: Ethical utilisation of local resources to retain natural and cultural biodiversity.Community: Involvement of locals in management and employment.Customer: Guidelines for […]
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Grow a sustainable hospitality-stay business
by Selwyn Roup, GST Advisor In locations – places – as diverse as the Karoo is to the lush surrounds of the Warm Bokkeveld, tourism stay operators attest to growing a more sustainable business through implementing transformative actions and normative steps using the GST management method. South Africa is one of the top six most […]
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