Best Stop-over Destinations

Part of a trip is the journey to your destination, right? So why not make an adventure out of your layovers and consider stopping over and adding an entirely new country to your holiday? There are many different destinations around the world that are considered to be the perfect place to stop over and enjoy a bit of extra time exploring a new country. Many of these places are connected to the world through some of the largest and most prominent airlines, ensuring some of the best prices and routes for your trip.

The following is a list of some of the best stop-over destinations to think about including, the next time you take to the skies!

Singapore

For those planning on travelling around Asia – particularly Bali -  one of the best and easiest stop-over destinations to include is the beautiful city of Singapore. Upon arrival, you will be able to enjoy the tons of activities and sites that are located within Changi Airport!

Changi Airport is the most awarded airport in the world thanks to the variety of things that you can do and see within the confines of the airport itself! From a rain vortex, excellent local cuisine and a new terminal called ‘The Jewel’ which boasts the world's largest indoor waterfall!

Along with having tons of different things to do within the airport, those who are transiting through Singapore will also have the chance to explore the city itself as the airport arranges some transit tours that are specifically designed to allow for transiting passengers to be able to experience parts of the city. These tours leave from the international terminal of the airport and make their way through some of the major sites in the city, from the business district to some of the most beautiful historical sites that the city has to offer.

Singapore is a beautiful city to enjoy a stopover on your way to your final destination and Singapore Airlines is one of the biggest airlines in the world, with tons of routes to a wide variety of locations. Make your holiday even more memorable with a stop in the beautiful and diverse city of Singapore!

Doha

As the capital city of Qatar and home to the famous Qatar Airlines, Doha is another city that would make a perfect stopover destination! One of the amazing things about Qatar Airlines is that they fly to tons of destinations around the world, and as it is located in the middle east, it is very central for us travellers from South Africa. Located on the coast of the Persian Gulf, some of the best activities include having fun in the sun and enjoying the beaches around the city. If you are not looking to spend your stopover on the beach and around looking for an activity of the shopping variety, you are in luck, as Doha is home to some of the most amazing shopping districts that have a wide variety of local and international stores for you to browse through.

Istanbul

Turkish Airlines has many great deals that allow you to pass through the beautiful city of Istanbul. With just an online visa application needed to secure your rights to enter the country, it is a great stopover destination for South Africans. Istanbul is one of the most culturally significant cities in the world, with hundreds of years of historical sights to explore for yourself, unique cuisine and an adventure around just about every corner. Whether you are planning on spending just a few hours exploring or would like to take a day or two to make sure you get to all the sites, Istanbul has many different things to do and see!

One thing that is great to include for any type of traveller is an adventure to the famous and iconic Grand Bazaar. With hundreds of different shops to explore to find that perfect memento to take back home, whether you are a solo adventurer or looking for something to keep the kids enthralled, this would be the ideal addition to your trip! Another famous spot to try and include is the Blue Mosque, which holds a significant amount of history within its walls considering it was finished in 1616.

A stopover in a different city can be an exciting way to extend your vacation and enjoy the sights of a new and exotic city! With many different airlines passing through the fantastic destinations above, travellers from South Africa are spoilt for choice, no matter where your final destination is!