Some readers wrote to ask whether the R5177 London flights were return prices. Yes, indeed, it's return, including tax, and in fact the price had dropped to R5168 when I checked again.

Qatar Airways cheapest to Frankfurt

Joachim wrote to us: "Great what you do for people flying to London. All these specials.... But could you please do something similar for Frankfurt? Lots of Germans in the Cape". Qatar Airways offer the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt from R5984 (return, including tax) and Cape Town to Frankfurt also R5984. Prices subject to change (perhaps even by the time you read this).

Flights from Johannesburg to Frankfurt

For the really cheap flights, fly in August, September, October or November.

Hotels

Taking off from Nelspruit with British Airways (video)

"Safe locations should be noted while a traveler walks about the city streets. They should be secure locations that can be entered quickly — small cafes and shops are two examples of such locations. Most locals and proprietors will disapprove of and discourage a criminal’s attacking potential clientele. Banks, auto shops and some hotels are even better locations because they usually employ security personnel, who may even be armed." Stratfor

We are heading off to go stay at the Montagu Country Hotel this weekend. With its warm spa baths, Montagu is a perfect winter destination.