Murray Gardiner

Co-Owner at Giltedge Travel, which offers a range of bespoke experiences worldwide.

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We attended the launch of Delta’s first CT direct Atlanta flight … gone are our days of flying via Europe to get to North America. The USA market is leading the tourism recovery to Southern Africa. And what a beautiful partnership, benefitting both countries.

@Delta

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"A little party never killed nobody!" this was certainly the case at our year-end party. 2022 has been an incredible year for us, and we're so thankful to everyone in our team for all the hard work they've put in over the 21 years of Giltedge - we couldn't be prouder!

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We had so much to celebrate at our Giltedge Management Retreat 2022 @taaiboschcollection a few days ago! Cheers to 21 years of Giltedge, making it through the worst years for travel and having the most incredible colleagues I consider friends! 🥂

#giltedgetravel

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I recently visited Marataba Explorers Camp to celebrate a friend's 50th birthday. Explorers is all about embracing the outdoors, offering hikes, game drives & interactive conservation projects. It was the perfect place to reset before the start of Virtuoso Travel Week.

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Austin, Texas - the capital of the Lone Star State, got a taste of Africa on Tuesday. We held an event and gave a presentation to 25 travel advisors showcasing the best of Southern and East Africa and the tropical Indian Ocean islands. Dallas, you're next!

#africa #giltedge

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Lion Sands Game Reserve is nothing short of amazing. Beautiful surroundings, impeccable service, knowledgeable guides, and of course, the most spectacular wildlife sightings!

@FroschTravel
@MORE_Collection

#travel #southafrica #southafricaistravelready #safari #giltedge

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If ever there was a magical, mystical hideaway, it would have to be @Tswalu in the Southern Kalahari. From the breathtaking landmark Korannaberg mountains to its grassy red sand dunes full of life. We cant wait to go back!

#travelwithgiltedge #kalahari #travel #giltedge

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Located in the premier wine-growing region of the Cape Winelands against the Simonsberg Mountains, @babylonstoren has become a popular stop for visitors from around the world. We were lucky to visit over the weekend.

Find out what we got up to: https://t.co/eAZY3an6YY

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A few things compare to sipping on a G&T while watching the sunset over the waters of the Okavango Delta...Add in an exhilarating scenic flight over this game-rich area, and you have a sundowner of a lifetime!

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Dreaming I was still here! Jack’s Camp is an evocation of a classic 1940's safari camp on the edge of the Makgadikgadi Pans - a unique and fascinating environment deep in the Kalahari. We absolutely loved it!!

#travel #luxurytravel #africa #botswana #kalaharidesert #giltedge

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For the last night in Rwanda, we stayed at @oogorillasnest. A stunning five-star lodge in the middle of a eucalyptus forest with rooms built on stilts overlooking Rwanda's hilly landscape. Rwanda has been an absolute jewel!

#travel #rwanda #migratetoeastafrica

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Breathtaking scenery with volcano views! Singita Kwitonda Lodge definitely has the best location in Rwanda.

@Singita_

#travel #rwanda #eastafrica #bucketlisttravel #Volcanoesnationalpark #giltedge

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Day 1 in Kigali has been incredible! Our East Africa FAM trip started after receiving our negative COVID test; we were excited to explore. First stop was a city tour and a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial.

#migratetoeastafrica #visitrwanda_now #travel #bucketlisttravel

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One of my favourite lodges in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve has to be @DuliniLodge! They offer a classic safari experience with some of the best guides & trackers. This is the perfect place for those wanting an exclusive getaway in the heart of Kruger!

#southafricaistravelready

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Its official, South Africa has officially removed it’s “red list” and international travel is now open to travellers from ALL countries. All you need is a negative COVID-19 certificate obtained not more than 72 hours before the date of travel and travel insurance. 🇿🇦

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We can't get enough of exploring what South Africa has to offer! We recently stayed at The Farmstead at Royal Malewane. Days at this luxury lodge were spent on drives through the game-rich Kruger with a dedicated tracker and ranger, spotting the Big 5.

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I was so lucky to have 7 different leopard sightings on safari this past week! The first word that comes up when talking about leopards is 'elusive'; this is because they prefer to hang out in dense bushes or up trees, making the chances of spotting them very low.

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The past few days at @TandaTula have been incredible! The camp lies on the banks of the Nharalumi riverbed & shares an unfenced border with the Kruger National Park, making the game drives & walking safari's nothing short of spectacular.

#southafricaistravelready #big5 #giltedge

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You've probably heard the fantastic news that Giltedge has received the Safe Travels Stamp from the @WTTC – we are officially ready to welcome international tourists back to our beautiful continent!

Find out more: https://t.co/bMMQaeclKc

#travel #safetravel #giltedge

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The Southernmost tip of Africa! 🌊

#capeagulhas #southafrica #westerncape #southafricaistravelready #travel #africa #giltedge