Romantic baecation ideas that you will love this Valentine's

American Express is offering a unique range of destinations and packages for their card-carrying members this Valentine’s:

1. Enjoy a tranquil weekend at Makalali Private Game Lodge - Mpumalanga

Catch quick flights into Hoedspruit Airport where you will be specially transported to the elegant and classy Makalali Private Game Reserve for a quiet getaway in the Western part of the Kruger Park.

Alternatively enjoy a leisurely five-hour drive from Johannesburg to the reserve for unforgettable and peaceful game drives to see the ‘Big Five’ and other exciting activities including golf and hot air balloon rides.

American Express offers you R3,500 per night per room. Including meals and two game drives daily. Excludes drinks and levies.

2. Get sunkissed on a picturesque beach in Mauritius

An ideal retreat for couples is the Radisson Blu Azuri Resort & Spa. The island has the world’s third-largest coral reef and is known for its white sand beaches and clear lagoons. Set on a preserved pristine beach of the north-eastern coast that frames the Azuri village. You and your bae will have access to a private lagoon, a secluded beach area and abundant recreational activities. Their spa combines traditional therapies with the natural surroundings of the resort, where guests can also enjoy yoga, long lazy walks and fine dining.

American Express offers you R12,900 per person sharing (excludes taxes) for return flights from Johannesburg, seven nights' accommodation in a deluxe garden room, breakfast, lunch and dinner plus selected drinks daily, all land and non-motorised sports and much more.

3. Cruise along an African paradise with MSC

Spend three nights on a cruise from Durban to the Portuguese Islands - an enchanting destination set between the African coast and the Indian Ocean.

Expect to be greeted by palm trees, spotless beaches, turquoise waters and a coral reef as soon as you disembark from your cruise ship. Shop for craftwork at the local market; explore amazing bars and restaurants offering flavourful fish-based local cuisine.

Alternatively you can spend four nights’ cruise to the African Paradise of Pomene, one of the most picturesque sites in Mozambique. Characterised by magical beaches, colonial cities and hut villages, baobab and mangrove forests, unspoiled islands and some of the most pretty beaches on the African continent.

Enjoy part of the Pomene Nature Reserve, a protected marine area that has managed to preserve its authentic and wild beauty thanks to its remote location. Unwind with long walks or horseback riding on the beach, while taking in the surrounding nature with the help of a guide or watch the sunset while lying on the fine sand of Pomene Bay.

Trips to the Portuguese Islands depart on the 2nd, 9th and 23rd

American Express offers you a massive saving on MSC Cruises this February. Book a three-nights’ cruise to the Portuguese Islands, an enchanting destination set between the African coast and the Indian Ocean. Book now from only R2,290 per person sharing plus a low service charge from only R1,005 per person sharing. Kids travel free! Call 0870750854. T&Cs apply.

Trips to Pomene depart from Durban on the 5th and 19th

American Express offers you a massive saving on MSC Cruises this February. Book a four-nights’ cruise to Pomene, one of the most picturesque sites in Mozambique from only R2,490 per person sharing. Plus add a low service charge from only R1,235 per person sharing. Kids travel free! Call 0870750854. Service charges & T&Cs apply.

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