How often do you travel?
At least six months per year on international concert tours.
Your earliest memory of travelling abroad?
In 1962, I travelled on a propeller plane - Cape Town, Brazzaville, Algiers, Paris - and then on a train to Zurich in the coldest winter in 60 years.Best holiday ever?
It was on a Cape Town farm where my stepfather was employed when I was a teenager, and where Hannes, a young San boy, taught me the hidden magic of plants, animals and the rain.
Most relaxing destination?
The most relaxing destination is home - returning after a tour after all the flights and hotel food.Most adventurous travel experience?
As a young aspiring musician with no money, I walked from Cape Town to Joburg and back, three times. It was one of the greatest learning experiences, meeting the diverse people of South Africa and experiencing their hospitality and kindness.
Favourite hotel?
Someone once asked Duke Ellington what his best album/CD was. He said, "The next one." Let me check the hotels on my next tour and I will get back to you.Best piece of travel advice?
Check everything: your travel schedule, hotel, check-in and check-out, your documents. Check, recheck, triple check.
What's your one travel essential?
Never lose your cool, in spite of lost luggage, flight delays, late or no pickup.
Where next?
I'm in Cape Town for two solo concerts at Artscape. After that I'll be in Zurich, perhaps in my next favourite hotel.
• Ibrahim is performing solo shows in Cape Town on October 13 and 14. Book at Computicket...