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APRIL \ MAY 2019 YOUR FREE MAGAZINE\ april \ may 2019 THINGS NOT TO FROM MISS IN MAPUNGUBWE MAPUTO TO GREAT ZIMBABWE Unmasking ancient kingdoms CONTENTS ON THE COVER Phumza Tiya, the first FOR MIKATEKO MEDIA Wonderbra icon in Executive Director/Managing Director Desireé Johnson Email: djohnson@mikatekomedia.co.za 10 years, was shot on Executive Director/Content Director Ingrid Jones Email: ijones@mikatekomedia.co.za location at Victoria Falls General Manager: Johannesburg Candice Landie Safari Lodge in Victoria Email: candice.landie@mikatekomedia.co.za Falls, Zimbabwe. PUBLISHING Publisher Desireé Johnson Print & Distribution Manager Liam Marinus EDITORIAL Sub Editor Janine Leodolff Proofreader Louise du Toit 4 Designer Rustum Carelse Production Coordinator Yonga Balfour RUNWAY CONTRIBUTORS Get a glimpse of the Iga Motylska latest merchandise, Keri Harvey Lynette Botha apps, tech and fashion Tiana Cline Chelsey Hale the African continent PRINTER has to offer Printer Mailtronic Direct Marketing ADVERTISING Advertising Sales Manager Liam Marinus 10 Tel: +27 (0)21 417 1130 or +27 (0)71 291 4446 Email: liam.marinus@mikatekomedia.co.za IN-FLIGHT Singita's FOR FASTJET places is published by Mikateko Media (Pty) Ltd mouthwatering fare, Physical Address: New Media House, unmasking ancient 19 Bree Street, Cape Town, 8001 Postal Address: Po Box 872, Green Point, 8051 kingdoms in Great Telephone: +27(0)21 417 1111 Zimbabwe and www.mikatekomedia.co.za embracing Maputo DISCLAIMER The opinions expressed in this magazine do not necessarily reflect those of the board and management of fastjet. 30 All correspondence about the magazine should be directed to Mikateko Media. TRAILBLAZER All prices correct at the time of going to print. Phumza Tiya, Wonderbra's 2018 South African brand icon, on life before and after making it big To advertise, contact Advertising Sales Manager Liam Marinus liam.marinus@mikatekomedia.co.za +27 (0)21 417 1130 or +27 (0)71 291 4446 45 TRAVEL DIARY Ten adrenaline- boosting holidays in Africa april\may 2019

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RUNWAY \ BOOKS READ THIS THE LATEST BOOKS FROM AND ABOUT AFRICA. WITH EVERYTHING FROM FOOD TO WINE AND AFRICAN FICTION, IT'S A SELECTION THAT WILL DELIGHT AND INSPIRE. WORDS: CANDICE DE BEER DIJO: MY FOOD, MY JOURNEY THE COLOUR OF WINE: Lesego Semenya TASTING CHANGE Dijo: My Food, My Journey is Lesego Semenya Edited by Harriet Perlman aka LesDaChef’s first masterpiece and it's a If you love wine, then The Colour refreshing take on a cookbook. of Wine: Tasting Change is a book Semenya may be one of South Africa’s top chefs, that deserves a spot on your but this cookbook couldn't be more down to earth. coffee table. Many, if not most, of the recipes pay homage to Charting the history of South local favourites. From Cape Malay pickled fish to African winemaking, pre- and post- mogodu and Asian-inspired oxtail to springbok apartheid, this fascinating book terrine, there is something for every palette. offers a range of stories from What makes the book exciting and unique are the winemakers, merchants, judges and stories behind each recipe. For once, these eclipse chefs. Not only will you learn about the stunning photography. If anything, you need to the art of winemaking, but you'll read this cookbook just to learn about the origin of also discover a rich array of recipes many of our popular South African dishes. to pair with your favourite bottle. Semenya has The photography is absolutely served up a beautiful to boot and the stories cookbook enthralling. Best of all, it comes with that focuses a DVD documentary. on the joy If you've ever wanted to find our of cooking, more about South African wine, or not the wondered who our rising starts are IMAGES SUPPLIED technique. (it's Carmen Stevens, Dumisani And it Mathonsi and Unathi Mantshongo, certainly is a among others), then this should be joy to read. next on your reading list. THIS MOURNABLE BODY Tsitsi Dangarembga With little money to her name down and returns to her parents’ From the acclaimed writer and in search of a job, she moves impoverished homestead. of Nervous Conditions comes to a widow’s boarding house. Dangarembga’s This a new masterpiece, This She eventually finds a job as a Mournable Body charts the toxic Mournable Body. biology teacher, but it seems combination of colonialism and Who knew that all these years that every attempt to improve capitalism. It's written by one of later we would meet Tambudzai her life and financial standing is a Zimbabwe’s most celebrated eventually? Only this time, she struggle. She is faced with fresh authors and deserves a space on finds herself living in a run-down humiliation and when she can your bookshelf. hostel in the centre of Harare. take no more, Tambudzai breaks 6 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

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IN-FLIGHT More than just a cookbook, Singita: Our Food Journey also shares the stories of the people behind the culinary delights. WORDS: LYNETTE BOTHA 10 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

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IN-FLIGHT J ust under three decades ago, Singita’s first lodge was founded in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Fast-forward 26 years and the luxurious and environmentally-conscious hospitality group now operates 12 properties in three countries across Africa. Since then, many things have changed and developed – especially in the kitchens of the lodges and camps. Every mealtime at Singita is a masterpiece. Each plate is carefully crafted, ingredients painstakingly prepared, fruit and vegetables freshly harvested where possible, and the utmost care is taken to ensure that every bite is outstanding. It's no surprise to hear that guests frequently compliment the chefs and request recipes for many of the dishes. This is one of the numerous reasons why Singita has published a 274-page cookbook that celebrates its food journey. From Tanzanian specialties like futari (sweet potato, butternut and coconut stew) and South African favourites like malva pudding, to Zambezi beer-battered bream and classics like risotto, the team collected the best recipes from every region. Some of the dishes have been created in the remote reaches of Africa, with not a supermarket in sight! Frank Louw, a former executive chef at various Singita lodges and now Tourism General Manager at Singita Federal Airlines services Serengeti, and his Singita’ s South Africa wife Donna (also a camps from both Singita chef) are the driving SOME OF THE Johannesburg  and Nelspruit daily. Private force behind DISHES HAVE BEEN charter flights are this exquisite tome. CREATED IN THE available upon request. Coupled with REMOTE REACHES OF the creative AFRICA, WITH NOT A direction by Georgina SUPERMARKET irrevocably changed for the Singita Faru Faru Lodge where he has been since 2011. Pennington and IN SIGHT! better when he Singita has always believed in the incredible food was approached empowerment of local people and photography by by Brian Harris, communities and has founded many Micky Hoyle, the former Wildlife and community development projects over the dishes come to life page Community Development years. Profits from the sale of Singita: Our after page. But it's more than Manager of Singita Grumeti. In Food Journey will support two such projects: just an ode to food and the culinary 2003, Brian offered Peter a job to the Singita Community Culinary School in delights that the chefs have created. The encourage him to stop poaching. Peter, who South Africa and the Singita Serengeti School book also pays tribute to the people behind was born in a small village in Tanzania, started of Cooking in Tanzania. These highly the meals and the community partnerships poaching when he was about 15, when no successful community partnership that Singita supports. that Singita has employment opportunities were available to programmes help to educate and develop launched and supports. him. He knew it was not an ethical way to the next generation of Singita chefs from the One story is that of Peter Andrew – live, but with zero options, he had little surrounding communities of Singita Kruger poacher-turned-pastry-chef – whose life was choice. Peter is now a full-time pastry chef at National Park and Singita Grumeti, creating 12 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

SINGITA employment opportunities and growing talent in the hospitality industry as a whole. Weaved between the beautiful recipes and empowering personal stories are also incredible wildlife and landscape images snapped by Singita’s resident photographer, Ross Couper. It's clear from the very first page that a lot of love and hard work was put in to create Singita: Our Food Journey. It will be enjoyed by past guests who will surely reminisce when paging through it, as well as those who haven't yet visited a Singita property. Knowing that the profits go to a IMAGES SUPPLIED good cause is the cherry on top. Order a copy at singita.com/food/ celebrating-our-food-journey/ april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 13

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ZIMBABWE Unmasking ancient kingdoms Mapungubwe in South Africa and Great Zimbabwe across the border are mysterious places. Ancient and otherworldly, these African kingdoms still hold plenty of secrets that keep both archaeologists and tourists captivated. However, what we do know is just as fascinating. WORDS: KERI HARVEY april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 15

IN-FLIGHT T he royal ramparts of southern Africa’s first kingdom centre in Mapungubwe National Park. lie unobtrusively along the Limpopo River, though The most famous discovery by far is the one-horned gold rhinoceros, to the uninformed, Mapungubwe is simply a large though jewellery, ornaments and countless glass beads were also found rocky outcrop. on the royal hill. Archaeologists also found three royal graves filled This was a bustling kingdom about 700 years ago. Over 5 000 people with treasures. This Iron Age community appeared to have buried at lived where the Limpopo and Shashe rivers meet, in the mighty least some of their dead in a sitting position, facing east. The reason Kingdom of Mapungubwe. Here, they hunted elephants for ivory, remains a mystery. smelted gold, iron and copper, and traded with exotic cultures on the east coast of Africa. Gold and ivory were swopped for tiny glass OLD SECRETS beads, cloth and Chinese porcelain. All went well for 200 years, but Less seems to be known about the group who created Great Zimbabwe. then in 1290, the people of Mapungubwe grew restless, packed up The stone-walled kingdom adorned with fiery aloes is an ancient city built and left. Malaria, dramatic climate change or political discord were all by the ancestors of the Shona people. Construction started in the 11th possible reasons — nobody knows for sure. century and it took over 300 years to complete the structure with walls What is known is that the Kingdom of Mapungubwe split into five metres thick and 11 metres high. In its prime, Great Zimbabwe was factions. Some headed north and crossed the Limpopo to form part of thought to be home to between 10 000 and 18 000 Shona cattle herders, the Kingdom of Great Zimbabwe, while others headed east to possibly along with traders who travelled as far as Zanzibar to barter with gold form the Kingdom of Thulamela in northern Kruger National Park. and ivory. Plenty of mystery remains. Great Zimbabwe’s influence was vast and stretched for 100 000 km². Its We slowly climb the wooden ladder and summit the flat-topped massive, open-topped Great Enclosure remains the largest stone royal Mapungubwe Hill. Crude rock larders, stone game boards and structure south of the pyramids. The remaining ruins cover an impressive large free-standing grinding stones are all still there to see, along 730 hectares. However, archaeologists still don't know the definitive with a panoramic view over Mapungubwe National Park. Down purpose of this Great Enclosure, built from solid granite blocks. It was below, an archaeological dig site tells the story of what happened possibly a royal escape from the masses, though that is mere speculation. here through layers of earth. It's no surprise that the whole area is Plentiful treasures were discovered here too, most notably eight large a Unesco World Heritage Site. soapstone birds, along with pottery, iron gongs and hoes, gold beads and copper ingots. Glass beads, Arabian coins and chinaware allude to foreign BACK IN TIME trade links, suggesting that Great Zimbabwe was a key trading centre. The ancient kingdom was discovered by a thirsty hunting party in 1932. Thulamela, in northern Kruger National Park, may not be as impressive In search of water, they approached a mud hut and asked the owner for as Great Zimbabwe, though similar artifacts were found there, which also a drink. He poured the water from an intriguing clay pot; but wouldn't suggest trade. It's believed that Shona say where he got it. Eventually, he whispered that it came from a nearby ancestors established this Iron Age city as well, hill. That hill was the site of the ancient Kingdom of Mapungubwe, lost which was inhabited from 1240 from sight for centuries. to 1700. Evidence of different social classes was The University of Pretoria has extensively excavated the site since also found here. IMAGES ISTOCK then and estimates that the area was inhabited from AD 1030 to 1290. It is also not clear why the 2 000 inhabitants Archaeological evidence suggests the actual hill was only settled in of Thulamela left. These and many other about AD 1220, when Mapungubwe was already the hub of a powerful questions remain unanswered since there's kingdom ruling the north of Limpopo province, along with northeast no written history from the kingdom, and Botswana and southern Zimbabwe. its oral history disappeared with its Interestingly, Mapungubwe gives evidence of one of the first class residents. Only two royal skeletons There’s an adventure systems in southern Africa. The royals lived on the hilltop while farmers remain. awaiting you, discover and crafters lived around the base of the hill, offering a protective The intrigue around southern Africa’s Harare, Bulawayo and buffer to the royals. The commoners farmed cattle, sheep and goats, early kingdoms continues, and seemingly Victoria Falls with fastjet. millet, sorghum and cotton – evidence of which has been found in always will. Great Zimbabwe is the most For best fares visit our ancient storage huts. It was a powerful and rich kingdom if the elaborate for sure, while it's believed website www.fastjet.com countless rare treasures unearthed there are anything to go by. Mapungubwe was the first – though it was also Examples of these are on display in the museum and interpretation the simplest and most hidden of them all. 16 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

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MAPUTO Mozambique’s economic hub and coastal capital is not just a gateway to sun and sea. It's well worth exploring this lively city for a few days. A capital costeira e o centro económico de Moçambique não é apenas uma passagem para o sol e o mar. Vale apenas explorar a cidade durante alguns dias. WORDS: IGA MOTYLSKA \ @IGAMOTYLSKA april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 19

1 IN-FLIGHT EXPLORE THE CITY Pancho Guedes was arguably one of Maputo’s most famous imports, and the late Portuguese architect sculptured this port's magnificent cityscape. With his eye for design, detail and architectural flow, he conceptualised numerous buildings throughout the city. Join Maputo a 2 Pé for a wonderfully informative walking tour that weaves in the country’s socio-economic and cultural aspects. The tour provides the perfect introduction to the capital. SHOP FOR CAPULANAS, CARVINGS AND CRAFTS Colourful capulanas hang floor to ceiling and wall to wall at Casa Elefante. The store’s reputation precedes it. There's a large variety of goods and a charming mother-daughter team owns this lively establishment. The atmospheric Central Market just across the street (Avenida 25 de Setembro) sells fresh produce, fish and meat. In between the food stalls, you will also find hair products, souvenirs and trinkets. Flex your haggling skills at the FEIMA Curio Market when buying handmade arts and crafts, such as paintings, wooden carvings, JUST 30KM NORTH OF MAPUTO'S batiks and jewellery. CITY CENTRE ARE THE PEACEFUL, GOLDEN BEACHES OF MACANETA WITH ITS LODGES AND RESTAURANTS. THIS PENINSULA CAN BE REACHED BY A FERRY TRIP ACROSS THE INCOMATI RIVER AT MARRACUENE. YOU MAY AS WELL STAY FOR THE WHOLE DAY. 3 MARVEL AT THE TRAIN STATION Some have called Maputo’s main train station (Estação Central dos Caminhos de Ferro) Africa’s most beautiful terminus thanks to its marble pillars, intricate wrought-iron latticework and spectacular facade. Built in the early 20th century in the Neoclassical Beaux- Arts style, its design is often mistakenly attributed to French civil engineer Gustave Eiffel. It's more likely that it was designed by the Portuguese architect José Ferreira da Costa. Visit it for a coffee or 4 lunch, to wander through the rail museum, or simply to marvel at the 51m copper-clad central dome. SWIM AND SUNBATHE AT MACANETA BEACH Just 30km north of Maputo’s city centre are the peaceful, golden beaches of Macaneta with its lodges and restaurants. This peninsula – a thin strip of beach that juts out into the Indian Ocean – can be reached by a ferry trip across the Incomati River at Marracuene. If you're coming all this way, you might as well stay for the whole day – swim in the warm waters, sunbathe on the sand, climb the dunes, go horseback riding and indulge in a seafood feast. 20 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

1 MAPUTO EXPLORAR A CIDADE Pancho Guedes foi sem dúvida uma das mais famosas importações de Maputo. O falecido arquiteto português esculpiu a paisagem urbana de Maputo. Com o seu olho para o desenho, detalhe e para a realidade da arquitetura, ele desenhou vários edifícios por toda a cidade. Junte-se a Maputo a Pé para um passeio a pé muito informativo que interliga os 2 aspetos socioeconómicos e culturais do país. Este tour é a introdução perfeita à capital. COMPRE CAPULANAS, ESCULTURAS E ARTESANATO Capulanas coloridas pendem do teto até ao chão e de parede a parede na Casa Elefante. A reputação da loja deve-se à grande variedade de capulanas e à simpatia das suas donas, mãe e filha. O vibrante Mercado Central, do outro lado da rua (Avenida 25 de Setembro), vende produtos frescos, peixe e carne. Entre as barracas de comida irá também encontrar produtos de cabelo, lembranças e bugigangas. Coloque em ação as suas técnicas de regateio no FEIMA Curio Market quando comprar artesanato local, pinturas, esculturas em madeira, batiques e joias. 3 MARAVILHE-SE COM A ESTAÇÃO DE COMBOIOS A Estação Central dos Caminhos de Ferro de Maputo já foi apelida por muitos como a mais bela estação da África graças aos seus pilares de mármore, reticulado em ferro fundido e à sua maravilhosa fachada. Construído no início do século XX em estilo neoclássico Beaux-Arts, o seu projeto é muitas vezes erroneamente atribuído ao engenheiro civil francês Gustave Eiffel. O mais provável é ter sido projetada pelo arquiteto português José Ferreira da Costa. Vá até lá para um café, para 4 almoçar, para passear pelo museu ferroviário ou simplesmente para se maravilhar com a cúpula central de 51m revestida a cobre. NADE E BRONZEIE-SE NA PRAIA DA MACENETA A apenas 30 km a norte do centro da cidade de Maputo, encontram-se as tranquilas praias douradas da Maceneta, com os seus alojamentos e restaurantes. Esta península - uma estreita faixa de praia que se projeta para o Oceano Índico - pode ser alcançada através de uma viagem de balsa pelo rio Incomati em Marracuene. Se vai até lá, mais vale aproveitar o dia inteiro - nade nas águas quentes, estenda-se ao sol na areia, suba as dunas, ande a cavalo e delicie-se com um banquete de marisco. april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 21

IN-FLIGHT 5 BUY THE CATCH OF THE DAY The Fish Market (Mercado du Peixe) is the best place to find the freshest seafood in town. If you don't feel like cooking your purchases at your rented holiday apartment, one of the many restaurants would be more than happy to prepare it for you in a traditional Mozambican way. This is perfect for adventurous travellers, but only because competition is fierce. Merchants will vie for your meticais (Tanzanian 6 shillings) by trying to entice you with bigger prawns, while restauranteurs will lure you with their local peri-peri-inspired recipes. OVERDOSE ON ART The late Alberto Chissano is a household name in Mozambique. The sculptor is known for his works made from wood, iron and stone. His family home, on the outskirts of the city in Matola, has been converted into a gallery with some of his finest pieces on display. Contemporary art lovers will appreciate Núcleo De Arte. This cooperative is home to numerous Mozambican artists who flex their creative muscles in various media. It is part artists’ workshop and gallery and part restaurant – and the perfect place to have a beer with the country’s promising artists. 7 TAKE A SUNSET CRUISE Sip on a Laurentina beer during a three-hour sundowner cruise to Xefina Island, north of the city. From here you can watch the silhouette of Maputo’s skyline as the sun sets. Alternatively, hop aboard a yacht for a day-long seafaring safari from Porto de Pesca, close to Inhaca Island. 8 A seafood lunch follows a snorkelling expedition, with downtime on the beach and boat. DANCE KIZOMBA STYLE Mozambicans are blessed with natural rhythm and they love to dance. Join a group class at Dance Spot (197 Rua da Argélia) with dance instructors Bruno Almeida and Frias Fumo on Mondays to Thursdays. Here, you can learn the slow and sensuous movements that involve coordinated hip rotations between dance partners to the sound of a smooth electronic percussion. Other dance styles include Cuban salsa, swing, tango and Afro house. Every Thursday (between 6 and 10pm), Hotel Pestana Rovuma’s restaurant hosts free dancing socials, where you can practise your new moves. 22 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

MAPUTO 5 COMPRE A PESCA DO DIA O Mercado do Peixe é o melhor lugar para saborear o marisco mais fresco da cidade. Se preferir não cozinhar o que comprou na sua casa de férias, pode pedir para ser cozinhado à moda de Moçambique num dos muitos restaurantes que lá existem. Isto é perfeito para viajantes aventureiros, mas apenas porque a competição é feroz. Os comerciantes vão lutar pelos seus meticais tentando seduzi-lo com camarões cada vez maiores, enquanto os donos dos restaurantes tentam atraí-lo com as suas receitas locais temperadas com piripiri. <dica de viagem> Apanhe um táxi para o parque vizinho ou para a praia local e dê um pulo ao mercado. Pode sentir-se um pouco intimidado pela natureza empreendedora dos comerciantes mal 6 estacione no parque do mercado. <end> OVERDOSE DE ARTE O falecido Alberto Chissano é um nome familiar em Moçambique. O escultor é conhecido por esculpir em madeira, ferro e pedra. A sua casa de família, nos arredores da cidade de Matola, foi convertida numa galeria com algumas das suas melhores peças em exposição. Os amantes de arte contemporânea irão apreciar o Nucleo De Arte. Esta cooperativa é A QUIZOMBA TEVE o lar de numerosos artistas moçambicanos que exercitam os ORIGEM EM ANGOLA seus músculos criativos em vários suportes. Este espaço NA DÉCADA DE 1980 E É serve como oficina de artistas, UM ESTILO DE DANÇA galeria e restaurante - e é o lugar perfeito para beber uma POPULAR NOUTROS PAÍSES cerveja com alguns dos artistas mais promissores do país. AFRICANOS DE LÍNGUA 7 PORTUGUESA. FAÇA UM CRUZEIRO AO PÔR-DO-SOL Beba uma cerveja Laurentina durante um cruzeiro de três horas ao pôr-do- sol até à Ilha Xefina, a norte da cidade. A partir daqui pode observar a silhueta de Maputo enquanto o sol se põe. Alternativamente, pode subir a bordo de um iate e fazer um safari marítimo de um dia a partir do Porto de Pesca, perto para a ilha de Inhaca. Após um mergulho de snorkelling, 8 delicie-se com uma mariscada e relaxe na praia e no barco. DANCE QUIZOMBA Os moçambicanos têm ritmo e adoram dançar, particularmente a Quizomba. Participe numa aula em grupo no Dance Spot (197 Rua da Argélia ) com os professores de dança Bruno Almeida e Frias Fumo, de segunda a quinta-feira. Aqui pode aprender os movimentos lentos e sensuais que envolvem rotações de anca coordenadas entre parceiros de dança ao som de uma suave percussão eletrónica. Outros estilos de dança incluem cubana salsa, swing, tango e afro house. Todas as quintas-feiras (06:00-22:00), o restaurante do Hotel Rovuma organiza encontros de dança IMAGES SUPPLIED gratuitos, onde pode praticar os seus novos passos de dança. april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 23

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SOUTH AFRICAN INTERNATIONAL TATTOO CONVENTION TO INK OR NOT TO INK A shared love for tattooing and all things related to the lifestyle and industry was a prominent driving factor for the launch of the South African International Tattoo Convention. WORDS: CLEO BLACK april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 27

TRAILBLAZING AFRICA T attooing is not what you would call a team sport: artist and canvas are one, sometimes spending hours at a time while a permanent work of art is transferred from mind’s eye to skin. While you might want friends and family clustered around you during the process – to hold a hand or deliver a snack – there are many reasons that this is not feasible for parlours and artists. Unless you have a tattoo, you wouldn’t know too much about the process and might be quite curious. We as artists thought to ourselves, “How can we include moms and dads, siblings, friends and curious little ones in the process without compromising on health or quality? How can we open up our world to people who have never experienced the love that our community has for collecting and making all kinds of artwork on skin?” DIVERSITY AND STYLE Founded in 2016 by Waldo del Rocca, owner of Cape Electric Tattoo in Cape Town, the South African International Tattoo Convention (SAITC) is host to 90 tattooers from as far afield as Italy, Canada, Hong Kong, Poland and Australia. A formidable gathering, the SAITC is an eye-opening and fascinating window into the world of tattooing, with more than 15 styles being represented. One of the main aspects of this year’s convention is highlighting the diversity in the international tattoo industry. People who are not necessarily in close contact with the industry through tattooed friends or relatives might only be familiar with a few of the more well-known styles. In a community which started over 5 000 years ago, there is a wealth of options to be discovered and appreciated. The most familiar styles are American traditional (bold lines and a primary colour palette), western Japanese (classic Japanese imagery with a modern twist and interpretation), black and grey (there are many options within this style which extend to realist portraiture, script and others), and neo traditional (a return to a traditional style and method with modern elements like 3D and brighter colours). Although these styles are the ones that immediately jump to mind when you think about tattoos, there are many more out there. A soft, modern style garnering a lot of attention is watercolour: a seamless blending of a plethora of shades to form not only images but also abstract bursts of colour on the skin. No harsh outlines are used in this style. A much older style of tattooing which has been revived and is gaining traction among tattoo enthusiasts is hand poke tattooing. This is a machine-free style where needles are pushed into the skin by hand to deposit ink. “Across the world the progression of tattooing really parted ways with the more primitive, non-electric forms of tattooing because rituals became less of a focus,” says Jenna Bouma, who specialises in hand poking. Now that younger generations have become curious about tradition and the rituals surrounding ancient methods, the style is making a huge comeback. This method of tattooing is more than 5 000 years old and was used mostly by the early Japanese and Maori tribes to mark their bodies. If flowing colours or the machine-free option are not for you, check out the style of sacred geometry. As the name implies, the style centres around geometric patterns and shapes (often found in nature and referred to as perfect shapes) with extreme attention to detail. For some artists and collectors, there is a Move to a new spiritual significance woven into the art. “Geometric tattooing rhythm. Fly to allows me to work with the form of the body, using patterns to Johannesburg, the accent its shape and curves. I love it because there is a need for city of Gold, with perfection and symmetry,” says artist Jon James Case, who focuses fastjet from Harare mainly on this style of work. 28 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

SOUTH AFRICAN INTERNATIONAL TATTOO CONVENTION TATTOO WONDERLAND The SAITC is a wonderland of options when it comes to figuring out what style will work best for you. There is no shortage of visual aids at each artist’s booth and there is always someone to talk to about the choice that would best suit you. Visit the SAITC this year to learn more about the art of tattooing, the incredible history behind the expressive form of art, and to explore the wealth of talent that this community has to offer. Check out southafricantattooconvention.com styles BLACK AND GREY BOTANICAL FOR SOME ARTISTS AND TATTOO COLLECTORS, THERE IS A SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE WOVEN INTO THE ART. HAND POKE JAPANESE TATTOO TRENDS As with any creative industry, there are styles which will be in constant and in consistent demand from tattoo collectors who have a good idea of their preferences. There are also several tattoo trends. When choosing a tattoo, it's important to keep in mind that while a certain trend may be all the rage now, your tattoo will be with you forever. Countless tattoo collectors have cover-ups or have removed pieces which were in vogue when they were made, but sadly most trends IMAGES COURTESY IMAGES simply do not last. “The styles which have stood the test of time (and will continue to do so) are the tattoos that have authentic origin, purity in application, and quality of design – just like good music. We don't really believe in defining tattoo trends. In fact, we discourage people SINGLE NEEDLE TRADITIONAL from getting tattoos that are on trend, as these trends pass quickly, like most fashion fads.” says Waldo. april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 29

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PHUMZA TIYA Phumza takes centre stage Phumza Tiya (26), a Johannesburg-based part-time model and digital marketing freelancer, was selected as Wonderbra’s 2018 South African brand icon. april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 31

TRAILBLAZING AFRICANS I t’s official – the gorgeous Phumza Tiya is the 2018 South African brand icon for Wonderbra. The search is now on for the 2019 superstar and will run until the end of May 2019. Phumza won a modelling contract and prizes worth R150 000, including lingerie, luxurious Lipault luggage, products from Gerald Wells’ Splush haircare range and Dermalogica’s skincare range, this Fastjet places magazine cover shoot at the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, and Zando shopping vouchers. She also received a business mentorship, social media influencer training and spokesperson training for her personal brand.  Phumza is part of a proud South African and international tradition. Wonderbra is  truly local and designs, develops and Time out manufactures almost all its products in South Africa. As far back as 1994, Wonderbra made headlines with its global Hello Boys campaign, featuring supermodel Eva Herzigová. The brand then went local with the beautiful Kerry with Phumza McGregor as its first South African Wonderbra icon. She was followed by, among others, Lieschen Botes and Elbé van der Merwe. “I entered the [Wonderbra brand] icon search because I believed it would open up new opportunities for me as a model, while also allowing me to grow and be more confident in what I do. It will help me to teach other young FAVOURITE DESTINATION BEST ADVICE YOU'VE EVER women to believe in their unique beauty,” says AND WHY? RECEIVED? Phumza, who is extremely excited about her Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, because of Chase your dream unapologetically. win and the year ahead. its beauty and humble people. Live daringly. Give boldly. Leave love everywhere you've been. WHERE IT BEGAN TOP THREE TRAVEL TIPS? Born in the Eastern Cape, Phumza is the eldest Be open to different cultures, FAVOURITE COLOURS? child and has two siblings. She matriculated be adventurous, and always carry Black and red. from St John’s College in Mthatha. After a gap a camera. year, she moved to Tshwane where she studied YOUR SPIRIT ANIMAL? Media at Boston Media House.  FAVOURITE BOOK? An eagle. “Being raised in a small town with limited Sacred Contracts by Caroline Myss. dreams, I always knew that I needed to think beyond the immediate and not limit myself or my HIDDEN TALENT? IMAGES MARIOLA BIELA mind. I developed a love for modelling during my Dancing. college years. I grew up in a society that had always pointed out my skin tone and exotic look, FIVE PEOPLE YOU WOULD however that never bothered me because I always INVITE TO A DINNER PARTY, believed I was beautiful,” she says.  LIVING OR DEAD? My late aunt Nosisa, my grandmother, my INSPIRED TO SUCCEED mother, Oprah Winfrey, and Alek Wek. Ambitious, open-minded, hardworking and a go-getter, Phumza loves positive people ULTIMATE WORKOUT TRACK? Known to the locals as Maso-a- and fashion, and says she is always searching Can You Feel Me (instrumental yoga) tunya (the smoke that thunders), for more in life.  by Mustapha Kamel. we agree with Phumza,  Victoria “I draw a great deal of inspiration from my Falls is an awe-inspiring natural mother: she is constantly fighting to better her HOW DO YOU UNWIND? world wonder. Hop on a fastjet life. I also look up to different women who are Yoga and meditation. flight and make it your favourite confident about who they are and what they destination to , visit our website want out of life — women who strive for www.fastjet.com for best fares. nothing less than success.” 32 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

TOUCHDOWN Rising up the wine ranks Meet Rosemary Mosia, founder of  The Bridge of Hope Wines. 34 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

WINE T he Bridge of Hope Wines was one of berries on the bunches. The wines are full- the wineries featured at the Women bodied, with integrated oak characteristics and of Wine South Africa (WoWSA) luscious berry flavours that lead to an extended festival. It's a family business, founded by the and lingering fruit-driven aftertaste. entrepreneur Rosemary Mosia – who was a We presented the Bridge of Hope Premium teetotaller before the wine bug bit after a visit Chardonnay. It pairs well with a spinach salad, to the Cape winelands in 2001 – and her two toasted almonds and dried cranberries, tossed daughters Moleboheng and Lebohang. together in a bowl and dressed with a sweet and Mosia has always been an entrepreneur. Her tangy vinegar and oil dressing full of sesame and postgraduate studies and master’s degree in poppy seeds. An absolute must to pair with this leadership management focused on SMMEs, wine is salmon with a creamy dill sauce. Our but it was a visit to the winelands, 17 years ago, Premium Sauvignon Blanc pairs well with a that changed the direction of her life. “I was chicken saltimbocca smothered in parmesan instantly fascinated by the wine industry, but cheese and rolled with mozzarella and I realised that not only did I want to drink prosciutto, then baked in white wine. wine, I wanted to make money from it too,” We also presented our Premium Cabernet she recalls. She then started learning and Sauvignon and Shiraz. studying all she could about this industry. How involved are you in the selection and Before she started The Bridge of Hope blending process of Bridge of Hope wines? CLOSING THE GENDER Wines (TBOH), she met with the owner of I'm totally involved from the selection, Ses’fikile Wines, Nondumiso Pikashe, and the all the way through to production. Our GAP IN ANY MALE- owner of the winemaking company Re’Mogo winemaker, JG Auret, has been handcrafting DOMINATED INDUSTRY Holdings, Thamsanqa Hombana, who both The Bride of Hope Wines portfolio since 2012 IS NO SMALL FEAT, AND taught her the business of winemaking. She and we’ve always had a great working BREAKING GROUND IN also partnered with farmers to cultivate her relationship. As the head of this business, SOUTH AFRICA’S WINE wine as she didn’t have a farm to harvest it's my responsibility to make sure that my her own grapes. team is cohesive. FRATERNITY IS NO Tell us about your wines that were Why is it important to involve your EXCEPTION. BUT IT’S shown at WoWSA and what foods they daughters in TBOH Wines? HAPPENING. pair well with? We all want our daughters to be the real-life The Bridge of Hope Wines consists of super women they were meant to be – three collections: The Classic Collection, confident, believing they can accomplish The Premium Collection and The Reserve whatever they set their mind to. It was Collection. The Classic Collection is all about important for me to include them in the enjoyment. They are light-bodied, but business because society often relegates flavourful wines to be opened as and when women to a role of passivity, awaiting rescue, the time beckons. Clear varietal characteristics rather than acting to determine their destiny. are evident on both the nose and palate. All How difficult is it as a woman in the these wines are unwooded, so they're perfect wine business, in what is still a male for sipping solo. dominated industry? The Premium Collection wines have a more My daughters and I have had to work twice luscious mouthfeel, somewhat more textured as hard to get half the recognition. Closing and deeper in taste than The Classic Collection the gender gap in any male-dominated wines. Other than the Sauvignon Blanc, these industry is no small feat, and breaking ground varietal wines have been matured in oak in South Africa’s wine fraternity is no exception. barrels, which lends the weightier and But it’s happening. warmer texture to the wines. The oak Anything else you would like to add? never overpowers, but rather supports Given our current environment that’s so the fruit flavours. charged with sexual politics, it seems like a good IMAGES SUPPLIED Wines designated to The Reserve Collection time to take stock of the status of women in the will come from site specific blocks that have wine industry. It hasn’t been an easy journey, consistently yielded concentrated and intense but the future is definitely looking rosier. april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 35

FASTJET NEWS FLYING WITH FASTJET It's important to us to ensure that our guests have a pleasant flight experience. We would like to share some information with you on how to make your journey as comfortable as possible. SEATS IN-FLIGHT SERVICE You can adjust the backrest of your seat during your flight. Our cabin crew are at your service throughout the flight. Our seats can tilt backwards slightly, to make it easier for Do not hesitate to ask them for anything you may need. you to relax throughout the flight. Simply press the button on the A service call bell is available – either above your seat in the passenger armrest and lean back. Please note that some seats near emergency service unit or in your armrest. exits rows have little to no recline. USE OF LAVATORIES READING LIGHT Please refrain from throwing objects into the toilet when You'll find an individual reading light on the panel above using the lavatory. We remind all our guests that toilets are your seat. This allows you to read when the cabin lights fitted with smoke detectors, and smoking, including electronic are dimmed during take-off and landing. cigarettes is strictly forbidden. AIR VENTS DISINSECTION SPRAY Our aircraft are fitted with individual air vents. These can According to international health regulations stipulated by be adjusted to provide cool air. WHO, the cabin may have to be sprayed with a disinsectant spray. It is harmless, but should you have any reason to believe that it will affect you, please cover your mouth and nose during the short spraying process. april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 37

TOUCHDOWN The safety of our Guests is a top priority for us. Please take note of the following: INTERFERENCE WITH CREW DUTIES PRIOR TO TAKE-OFF AND LANDING Interfering with the duties that the cabin crew are When preparing for take-off or landing, please ensure your performing is an offence. You are required to obey all portable electronic devices are switched off. Also ensure safety instructions. Due to security measures, there will be no that your baggage and tray tables are stowed. Window blinds must be admissions into the flight deck. up, and seats need to be in the upright position, with the armrests down and seat belts fastened. CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL Onboard Fastjet aircraft, the only alcohol that can be REMAIN SEATED consumed is that served by a cabin crew member. Please remain seated after landing until the aircraft has Remember to drink in moderation. Being under the influence of alcohol come to a complete standstill and the pilot has turned or narcotics, being an annoyance to other passengers, or being a off the seat belt signs. danger/potential danger to the safety of the aircraft is not permitted and may be regarded as a criminal offence. CABIN BAGGAGE Storage for cabin baggage can be found under the seat SAFETY INFORMATION CARD in front of you or in the overhead lockers. When placing Familiarise yourself with the safety pamphlet in your seat any items in the overhead lockers, ensure that you do so securely for pocket as it contains important information. Take note of your safety and that of other passengers. When opening the overhead your nearest emergency exit, which may be behind you. lockers, please note that some luggage may have shifted during the flight, so be careful. SMOKING Smoking, including any artificial device or e-cigarette, is PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES strictly prohibited on board this aircraft. Failure to observe Personal Electronic Devices (PEDs) must be switched off this regulation could lead to prosecution. once the aircraft doors are closed. You can use your device after take-off, once the seat belt signs are switched off, but only on SEAT BELTS airplane. Ensure you enable this before switching off your device. You Throughout the cabin, there are seat belt signs visible on can disable airplane mode once the aircraft doors have been opened. the overhead panels. Fasten your seatbelt whenever they The use of any item that transmits and receives signals is prohibited are illuminated. We also advise that you keep it fastened throughout onboard our aircraft. Any device with wireless connectivity or Bluetooth the flight when possible. must have this feature disabled, otherwise its use is not permitted. Our fleet EMBRAER ERJ145 The Embraer ERJ145 is a twin-engine jet Crew 3 (2 pilots + flight attendant) developed specifically for regional flights. The Seating 50 three-abreast layout of the cabin means that every passenger has a window or aisle seat. Length 29.87 m (98 ft 0 in) The two engines are placed at the back of the plane, making it a much quieter flight for our Wingspan 20.04 m (65 ft 9 in) passengers. This plane combines comfort and functionality, ensuring the best possible Height 6.76 m (22 ft 2 in) journey to your destination. Engines 2 x Rolls-Royce AE 3007 series turbofan engines 38 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

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TOUCHDOWN FASTJET NEWS Experience luxury travel F ederal Airlines has been Superior service begins the moment you facilities and a themed boutique for those providing a sophisticated, niche step off your international or domestic flight. last-minute gifts. For corporate guests, there airline service for 25 years. The Guests are met by a Federal Airlines is the opportunity to check all-important airline allows you to arrange a representative at the arrivals hall and emails in a beautiful and relaxed private flight to luxury game lodges in the escorted to their lounge. The Federal environment. bush or on the coast. Based at both OR Airlines' outdoor lounge boasts direct Federal Airlines’ VIP charter service allows Tambo International Airport and Kruger access to the airport apron, along with a you to customise your travel to suit your Mpumalanga International Airport, they also host of comforts. every need, including the type of aircraft offer a premium point-to-point shuttle Guests are able to enjoy a variety of treats being used, catering requirements with service to some of South Africa’s most prior to their safari experience while they consideration given to dietary needs, and popular reserves, including luxury lodges wait for their flight. specific refreshments. based in Sabi Sands, Kruger National Park, This includes enjoy complimentary Flying into the African bush is a special Timbavati Game Reserve and Madikwe refreshments, canapés and Wi-Fi. The lounge experience. Guests are able to take in the Game Reserve. also boasts private washrooms and shower spectacular aerial views of a vast untouched 42 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

FEDERAL AIRLINES wilderness, often spotting some larger game Aviation Authority (SACAA). This ensures that lodges and camps in Sabi Sands – in less than from the air. Animals are also drawn to the Federal Airlines meets international best 30 minutes. It was a first on the continent. airstrip in the bush, particularly in winter practice standards. The company’s approach Guests can enjoy airside meet-and-greet months as it warms up in the sun. Pilots are to safety has created a culture of no services, there's fast tracking for international- trained to coerce the animals off the strip compromise, which ensures their guests arriving guests, luxury road transfers and a with the utmost safety. always enjoy safe and comfortable travels. new private jet lounge offering premium Given their history in trade, Federal Airlines They also have one of the highest passenger catering and beverages. All of these luxuries is one of the safest operators in South Africa. liability insurances in South Africa, providing are included in the individual ticket price. Their stringent and ongoing internal safety their guests with the ultimate peace of mind. requirements, which must be met by both In 2018, the company once again For more information, contact: the crew and aircraft, exceed the regulatory revolutionised the air shuttle industry by Tel: +27 (0) 11 395 9000 standard. The company has been externally offering a pioneering jet shuttle service that Email: shuttle@fedair.com audited by The World Food Program (WFP), allows guests the luxury of flying on a jet from Website: www.fedair.com Litson and Heart, and the South African Civil Johannesburg to Singita's world-renowned april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 43

TRAVEL DIARY 10 ADRENALINE-BOOSTING HOLIDAYS IN AFRICA WORDS: CHELSEY HALE D O estinations are an opportunity to explore, to discover s destinos de férias são uma oportunidade para explorar, and to re-discover, says David Fleminger, South African descobrir e redescobrir, diz David Fleminger, autor sul- author of Fair Game – A Hidden History of the Kruger africano de Fair Game – A Hidden History of the Kruger National Park and Back Roads of the Cape. National Park and Back Roads of the Cape. “Viajar é essencial para o “Travel is essential for our wellbeing – it keeps us grounded, nosso bem-estar - obriga-nos a ter os pés na terra, refresca a alma e refreshes the soul and feeds the natural curiosity ingrained in our alimenta a curiosidade natural enraizada no nosso DNA coletivo. collective DNA. As long as you travel with your heart, mind and eyes Desde que viajemos com o nosso coração, mente e todos os olhos all open, any destination can be life-changing. Exploring new places, abertos, qualquer destino pode mudar a nossa vida. Explorar novos trying new things, enjoying new landscapes, seeing how others live, lugares, experimentar novas coisas, desfrutar novas paisagens, ver learning not to judge – the benefits of travel cannot be como os outros vivem, aprender a não julgar - os benefícios de viajar underestimated,” he adds. não podem ser subestimados”, acrescentou. It's inspiring to see how much enthusiasm there is for more Há um entusiasmo inspirador crescente por férias de aventura, diz adventure-based holidays says Divan Viljoen, Flight Centre Youth & Divan Viljoen, Gestor da campanha de marketing Flight Center Youth Adventure Marketing Campaign Manager. “Even those who are not & Adventure. “Mesmo os viajantes menos aventureiros estão a ir the most intrepid of travellers are pushing beyond their comfort para além da sua zona de conforto ao procurar ativamente nas suas zone as they actively seek life-changing experiences when they viagens por experiências de vida marcantes. Que lugar melhor para travel. What better place to channel your inner Indiana Jones than in encarnar o Indiana Jones que há em si do que a África, onde não Africa, where exciting, meaningful challenges abound?” faltam desafios emocionantes e marcantes?” If you've set your sights on travelling in Africa in 2019, check Se está a pensar em viajar pelo continente africano em 2019, out these adrenaline-boosting adventure holidays. sugerimos-lhe estas férias de aventura cheias de adrenalina. april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 45

TOUCHDOWN 1 SUMMIT KILIMANJARO Africa’s tallest peak and tallest free-standing mountain in the world, Mount Kilimanjaro, is certainly no walk in the park. Several days of extreme hiking will see you walk through several vegetation zones, from forest to highland desert — until you tackle the summit in darkness of your final night, and drag your way up to its peak (at 5 895m above sea level) just in time to take in the most spectacular sunrise you are ever likely to witness. 2 EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF THE GREAT WILDEBEEST MIGRATION Home to a diverse group of grazers, such as the African buffalo, warthog, giraffe, Grant’s gazelle, eland, and waterbuck, the Serengeti offers wildlife viewing at its best. The main attraction, however, is the annual wildebeest migration. This thrilling event occurs from mid- March through to November, as more than a million wildebeest, along with zebra and eland follow the pattern of rainfall and grass growth. 3 SWIM WITH THE BIGGEST FISHES IN THE SEA Whale sharks, along with green turtles, dugongs and manta rays share celebrity status in the waters surrounding Mozambique. These slow-moving creatures pose no threat and are typically spotted filter- feeding on krill near the surface in the Bazaruto Archipelago National Park and Tofo Beach, just north of Maputo. 4 GO FOR THE KILL AT LAKE MANYARA Referred to by Ernest Hemingway as “the loveliest lake”, Lake Manyara’s famous tree-climbing lions take centre stage on this East African adventure. There are also a record-breaking 500+ species of birds here, including ostriches, raptors and scores of pink flamingos – an iconic image of the lake. During the dry season, the live entertainment is turned up a notch in the early morning and late afternoon as prowling lion, hyena, cheetah and even the more elusive leopard go on the hunt. 5 BUNGEE JUMP IN VICTORIA FALLS Vic Falls, as it's affectionately known, is one of the most impressive and visited tourist attractions in Zimbabwe. And justifiably so – as the sheer volume of water that tumbles over the 1.6km-long cliff into the Batoka Gorge is breathtaking. Bungee jumping from the Victoria Falls Bridge guarantees some unparalleled views of the Zambezi River. Set between Zimbabwe and Zambia, entails a 110-m jump into this wonderworld. 46 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

TRAVEL DIARY 1 CUME DO KILIMANJARO O pico mais alto de África e a montanha independente mais alta do mundo, o Monte Kilimanjaro não é uma tarefa fácil. Vários dias de caminhadas intensas levam-no por várias zonas de vegetação, da floresta ao deserto das terras altas, até que na última noite alcança o cume da montanha, arrastando-se no escuro até atingir o seu pico a 5,895m acima do nível do mar - mesmo a tempo de aproveitar o nascer do sol mais espetacular que provavelmente alguma vez irá testemunhar. 2 ESCUTE O BARULHO DA MIGRAÇÃO DOS GRANDES ANIMAIS SELVAGENS Lar de um grupo diverso de herbívoros, como o búfalo africano, o javali africano, a girafa, a gazela de Grant, a pacala e a piva, o Serengeti é o local ideal para observar a vida selvagem. A atração principal, no entanto, é a migração anual dos grandes animais selvagens. Este evento emocionante ocorre de meados de março a novembro, com mais de um milhão de grandes animais selvagem, incluindo zebras e pacalas, a seguirem o percurso das chuvas e da erva. 3 NADE COM OS MAIORES PEIXES DO MAR Tubarões-baleia, que juntamente com tartarugas verdes, dugongos e mantas partilham o estatuto de celebridade nas águas ao largo de Moçambique. Estas lentas criaturas não representam uma ameaça e são normalmente observadas a alimentarem-se de krill, junto da superfície, no Parque Nacional Marinho do Arquipélago do Bazaruto e na Praia do Tofo, a norte de Maputo. 4 VEJA OS GRANDES PREDADORES NO LAGO MANYARA Referido por Ernest Hemingway como “o mais belo lago”, os famosos leões trepadores de árvores do Lago Manyara são a principal atração desta aventura africana. Existe ainda no parque um número recorde de mais de 500 espécies de aves, incluindo avestruzes, aves de rapina e dezenas de flamingos cor-de-rosa - uma imagem de marca do lago. Durante a estação seca, o entretenimento ao vivo aumenta ao início da manhã e ao final da tarde quando o leão, a hiena, a chita e até o mais esquivo leopardo vão caçar. 5 BUNGEE JUMP EM VICTORIA FALLS Icónicas e impressionantes, as Cataratas de Vitória são a maior atração turística do Zimbábue. E percebe-se porquê, quando avistamos o imenso volume de água que cai de uma escarpa com 1,6km de largura até ao desfiladeiro de Batoka. Salte de bungee jump sobre o rio Zambeze a partir da ponte de Victoria Falls. Situado entre o Zimbábue e a Zâmbia, esta experiência emocionante leva-o a mergulhar de uma altura superior a 110m. Outras opções nas proximidades incluem rafting, caiaque, slide e voos de helicóptero e ultraleve. 6 QUEDA LIVRE DAS TORRES SOWETO Mais próximo de casa encontramos o emocionante bungee jump das Torres Orlando em Soweto, Joanesburgo. É o primeiro 1 bungee jump no mundo entre torres de refrigeração de uma central elétrica IMAGES GETTY IMAGES (sem estar em utilização, claro). april\may 2019 www.fastjet.com \ fastjet taking you places \ 47

TOUCHDOWN 7 DESLIGUE-SE DO MUNDO EM MOÇAMBIQUE Se é um entusiasta do 4x4 com um grande espírito de aventura, aproveite as oportunidades cheias de adrenalina que Moçambique tem para oferecer. É um paraíso para os condutores à procura de uma aventura africana em todo-o-terreno. Aventure-se nas Areias Douradas e Rota dos Elefantes, que vai da Ponta do Ouro até à Macaneta. São necessários cerca de cinco dias de condução tátil, conhecimentos de navegação e muita paciência, pois pode ter que fazer alguns desvios, especialmente durante a estação chuvosa. 6 FREE FALL FROM THE SOWETO TOWERS Closer to home, the exhilarating bungee jump from the 8 NADA NA DEVIL’S POOL As Cataratas de Vitória entram nesta lista pela segunda vez, o que prova que são um paraíso para o turismo de aventura. Atrai todo Orlando Towers is located in Soweto in Johannesburg. It's the first o tipo de loucuras, especialmente a infame Devil’s Pool. Quando o bungee jump in the world to be set up between the cooling towers nível de água do Zambeze desce nos meses secos, surgem várias of a power station (a disused one, of course). piscinas rochosas no topo das Cataratas de Vitória. Existem excursões para este local específico do lado da Zâmbia, onde pode 7 GO OFF THE GRID IN MOZAMBIQUE If you're a 4x4 enthusiast with a keen sense of adventure, sink your teeth into the adrenaline-pumping opportunities in saltar para uma piscina borbulhante semelhante a um jacuzzi e ver a água a cair e a desaparecer para o desfiladeiro abaixo. Mozambique. It is a playground for all levels of self-drivers looking for an off-road African adventure. Try the Golden Sands and Elephant Route, which runs from Ponta do Ouro to Macaneta. It 9 OBSERVE OS CHIMPANZÉS DAS MONTANHAS MAHALE Caminhe pela margem leste do Lago Tanganyika, na Tanzânia. O requires roughly five days of tactful driving, navigation skills, and Parque Natural das Montanhas Mahale é a casa de mais de 900 plenty of patience as you may find yourself having to opt for detours, chimpanzés. As suas densas colinas arborizadas e prados são ótimos especially during the rainy season. locais para caminhadas. Aprecie o pôr-do-sol africano sobre o lago, enquanto escuta um “grito” vindo das copas das árvores que quebra 8 SWIM IN DEVIL’S POOL Victoria Falls makes it onto this list for a second time which proves just how much of an adrenaline hotspot it really is. It attracts o silêncio - seguido de vários outros até que que um barulho de ramos a partirem mais à frente sinaliza que as tropas estão em movimento. Classificado como um dos principais destinos de all levels of madness, especially with the infamous Devil’s Pool. When observação de vida selvagem de África, uma viagem às Montanhas the Zambezi River water level drops in the dry months, rocky pools Mahale para ver os chimpanzés é uma experiência única na vida de are exposed at the top of Victoria Falls. Trips are offered to this one uma pessoa. specific spot on the Zambian side where you can leap into a frothing pool resembling a jacuzzi and peer over the edge of the Falls to watch the water tumble and disappear into the gorge below. 10 COLOQUE A SUA CARA DE EXPLORADOR NO PARQUE NACIONAL KRUGER A oportunidade de encontrar os famosos cinco grandes é um dos 9 TRACK CHIMPS IN THE MAHALE MOUNTAINS Take a walk on the eastern shores of Lake Tanganyika in Tanzania. Here, the Mahale Mountains National Park is home to maiores trunfos da África do Sul. A viagem de carro de Joanesburgo faz aumentar a expetativa antes de nos aventurarmos neste paraíso dos amantes de animais, com essa incerteza emocionante sobre o 900+ chimpanzees. The dense forested hills and grasslands are great que pode estar escondido atrás de cada arbusto. Um safari a pé for trekking. Enjoy the magical sunsets over the lake as a “whoop” revelará os mais pequenos detalhes que são frequentemente from the treetops breaks the silence – followed by several more negligenciados, mas que são tão emocionantes quanto um grande before a crashing noise in the branches ahead signals troupes on animal: um escaravelho rebolando habilmente a sua bola de estrume, the move. Ranked among Africa’s foremost wildlife destinations, um louva-deus esperando pacientemente num graveto ou como a trip to the Mahale Mountains to see the chimps is a once-in-a- identificar a idade de um grande felino pelo tamanho e largura das lifetime experience. suas pegadas. 10 GET YOUR GAME FACE ON IN THE KRUGER NATIONAL PARK The opportunity to encounter the famous Big Five is one of South Africa’s biggest drawcards. A self-drive from Johannesburg adds to the anticipation before venturing into this animal-lover’s heaven, of not knowing what may be lurking behind the next bush. A walking safari will reveal reveal a whole new perspective of the landscape that is just as thrilling as big game-viewing: a dung beetle skillfully rolling its ball, a praying mantis poised patiently on a twig, or how to determine a big cat’s age from the size and spread of its tracks. 48 \ fastjet taking you places \ www.fastjet.com april\may 2019

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