It might feel like June and July are still far away, but when it comes to school holiday travel, the earlier you book, the better your options, prices, and overall experience will be.
Every year, we see the same pattern — families start looking for holidays a little too late, and by then, the best hotels are fully booked, flights are expensive, and the options become very limited. Planning early means you can actually choose the holiday you want, instead of just taking what is left.
The Best Accommodation Books Out First
Family rooms, safari lodges, popular resorts, and well-priced hotels are usually the first to sell out for school holidays. Lodges in the Kruger, Pilanesberg, Madikwe, and popular destinations like Cape Town and the Garden Route often fill up months in advance for the June/July holidays.
Booking early means:
- Better hotel choices
- Better room types for families
- Better flight times
- Better overall prices
Flights Only Get More Expensive
Flight prices work on demand. The more people book, the higher the prices go. School holiday flights are always in high demand, which means waiting too long can make your holiday significantly more expensive.
Even booking just a few months earlier can make a big difference to the total cost of a trip.
Less Stress, More Excitement
One of the biggest advantages of booking early is peace of mind. When your holiday is booked and confirmed, you can actually look forward to it and plan activities, restaurants, and experiences instead of stressing about availability and prices.
Travel should be exciting, not stressful.
Consider Local Travel This Winter
With exchange rates, long flights, and travel uncertainty, many South Africans are choosing to explore local destinations instead of travelling overseas — and South Africa truly has some incredible options.
Some of our favourite winter destinations include:
- Kruger National Park and private game reserves
- Pilanesberg and Madikwe
- Cape Town and the Winelands
- The Garden Route
- The Drakensberg
- Sun City for family holidays
- Victoria Falls
Winter is actually one of the best times for safari holidays, and Cape Town is often quieter and more relaxed during this time of year.
Start Planning Now
June and July holidays will be here before we know it, and the best way to avoid disappointment is to start planning early.
Whether you are looking for a family holiday, a bush getaway, a coastal escape, or a road trip, we would love to help you plan the perfect winter holiday.
Travel made simple — so you can focus on the fun.
Contact Jenny’s Travel and let’s start planning your June/July holiday.
📧 Email us: holidays@jennystravel.co.za
📞 Call us: +27 12 347 8891
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