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Inside the glamourous Euro summer trips of Lerato Nxumalo and more stars
Not everyone is suffering through South Africa's chilly days!
Mzansi's stars have been seen basking in the sun of Europe, Asia and beyond, swapping winter for summer.
Lerato Nxumalo's European move
Some have made what appears to be a permanent move to the Northern Hemisphere, like former Scandal! actor Lerato Nxumalo. She has been jet setting throughout 2025 exploring the most of what countries like Dubai, Sweden and France have to offer.
Lerato has now officially started her 'Euro Summer saga' in Mykonos, Greece, enjoying the island's seaside restaurants and swimwear weather.
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Phupho Gumede takes on European style
France has been the destination of the summer, ever since Paris' Haute Couture Week concluded on 10 July 2025.
The fashion week - which showcased spring/summer 2026 fashion from Chanel, Giorgio Armani Privé and more - saw stars like celebrity stylist Phupho Gumede jet off to France for the shows.
Phupho has since moved on to the south of Spain, soaking in the sun and feeding the soul at resorts and beach clubs.
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Melody Molale in the South of France
Content creator Melody Molale has been serving French elegance in St. Tropez in the south of France, bringing a taste of South Africa's infectious music to Europe with local DJs Caiiro, Enoo Napa and Da Capo partying it up at a French beach club.
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Liesl Laurie-Mthombeni between Barcelona and Paris
Not one to miss out on the City of Lights, former Miss South Africa Liesl Laurie-Mthombeni has just returned from a girls' trip to Paris and ended the trip off in Barcelona, Spain.
She told TRUELOVE that her Europe adventure has inspired her to shop for vibrant-coloured bags to switch up her wardrobe.
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Blue Mbombo at various destinations in France
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Johanna Makgalemele the Seychelles to London
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Natasha Thahane in Thailand
Blood & Water actor Natasha Thahane is in full sundress and bikini mode this season, having just spent the past week in Bangkok, Thailand.
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Luyanda Zwane explores Angolan heat
Africa still has much to offer as a holiday destination.
Former Sibongile and the Dlaminis star Luyanda Zwane exploring Angola's seaside capital city Luanda.
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