Insider Tips For Exceptional Travel 

Welcome to CHICA Travel, the ultimate guide for South African women looking to explore the world one trip at a time. My name is Lelo Boyana, and as your host, I’ll be sharing my own experiences and insights, as well as those of fellow globetrotters and industry experts.

Together, we’ll delve into the must-see places, itineraries, budgeting strategies, and everything else you need to make your trips unforgettable. From popular destinations to off-the-beaten-path spots, and from curating the perfect itinerary to discovering hidden gems, you’ll find inspiration, information, and practical advice tailored specifically for South African travellers.

Each episode, we’ll cover a variety of topics related to traveling as a South African, sharing personal stories, answering questions from listeners, and inviting guest experts to share their knowledge and experience.

So, whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just starting to plan your first adventure, tune in to CHICA Travel and take notes. Don’t let the overwhelmed feeling of all the information online stop you from satisfying your wanderlust..

Let CHICA Travel be your ultimate guide!

Latest Podcast Episodes

Eps 44. Lerato Bambo on Living in Bali

Eps 44. Lerato Bambo on Living in Bali

This week I am joined by Lerato Bambo (@leratolb) who has been working as a digital nomad for over 5 years, having lived in 4 different continents. Lerato runs a blog called lifefromabag.com and in there she shares everything you need to know about leaving south...

Eps 43. Seeking Cabins with Anna and Tanya

Eps 43. Seeking Cabins with Anna and Tanya

This week on the show I am joined by Tanya and Anna, former flight attendants who are all about finding hidden gems in the quiet corners of South Africa and sharing them with the world. Together they call themselves @c_a_b_i_n_s_e_e_k_e_r_s !...

Eps 42. A Trip Through Mpumalanga with Dineo Maduna

Eps 42. A Trip Through Mpumalanga with Dineo Maduna

his week on the show I am joined by @Dineo_Zonke and we are talking all about her home province, Mpumalanga. From sharing tips for Budget Travelers, to where and how to find Mpumalanga’s majestic waterfalls and where to stay if you’re looking for luxury or just...

Eps 43. Seeking Cabins with Anna and Tanya

Eps 43. Seeking Cabins with Anna and Tanya

This week on the show I am joined by Tanya and Anna, former flight attendants who are all about finding hidden gems in the quiet corners of South Africa and sharing them with the world. Together they call themselves @c_a_b_i_n_s_e_e_k_e_r_s !...

Eps 42. A Trip Through Mpumalanga with Dineo Maduna

Eps 42. A Trip Through Mpumalanga with Dineo Maduna

his week on the show I am joined by @Dineo_Zonke and we are talking all about her home province, Mpumalanga. From sharing tips for Budget Travelers, to where and how to find Mpumalanga’s majestic waterfalls and where to stay if you’re looking for luxury or just...

Eps 41. Senegal Solo Missions with Senzelwe

Eps 41. Senegal Solo Missions with Senzelwe

This week on the show I am chatting to Senzelwe Mthembu aka @Senz_m about her recent solo trip to Senegal and she generously shares tips for visiting , what she got up to, how much she spent and everything she learned while exploring.

Ep 40. What You Need To Know If Traveling Out of SA

Ep 40. What You Need To Know If Traveling Out of SA

In this episode I chat to @tlalane about her recent trip to Zanzibar and how she prepared for it. We cover her research process, covid testing, travel insurance and protocols in Zanzibar, or rather the lack of. The conversation continues On Twitter/IG...