Red Carnation Hotels Celebrates Success at the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2026
Discover Red Carnation Hotels' success in the T+L World's Best Awards 2026, from The Oyster Box's No. 1 Resort in Africa to global acclaim.
Red Carnation Hotels Celebrates Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2026 Recognition
Celebrating Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award 2026 recognition, with four Best of the Best honourees.
A New Chapter: Philisiwe Gumede at the Helm
Our new General Manager is both making history and delivering excellence.
Introducing the Monkeys of The Oyster Box
Learn about the monkeys that continue to visit us at The Oyster Box and the delightful, authentic experiences that they can bring to your trip.
The 2025 Staff Appreciation Party
See our people, scattered right across the globe, come together for this biannual London extravaganza that is the ultimate celebration of achievement.
Durban Lamb Curry Recipe
Discover The Oyster Box's signature lamb curry recipe to try for yourself at home.
The history of braai in South Africa
Discover the rich history of the South African braai, a tradition rooted in culture, community, and a love for sharing meals over an open flame.
The history of the sundowner
Experience sundowners at our luxury African properties - where stunning sunsets, crafted cocktails, and wilderness magic create unforgettable moments.
An Interview with Ziyaad Brown
As our Executive Chef, Ziyaad is responsible for ensuring we deliver a culinary experience unlike any other.
An Interview with Shannon Wild
An acclaimed wildlife photographer, cinematographer, and devoted wildlife advocate, Shannon Wild is a talented friend of Xigera.
May wildlife sightings at Xigera
As the rainy season comes to an end, a multitude of remarkable animals have reappeared in the Okavango Delta this month, leaving our guests in awe.
April wildlife sightings at Xigera
As the rainy season comes to an end, a multitude of remarkable animals have reappeared in the Okavango Delta this month, leaving our guests in awe.