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Author: Lauren Morling
Why the Spring Fiesta in Boksburg is the Best Thing since Sliced Bread
South Africa’s premier dance music festival is fast approaching the locals in Boksburg, Ekurhuleni, on Saturday 4 October 2014. Held at the Wild Waters Complex, the Spring Fiesta is the lovechild of Soul Candi LIVE and Big Brother Productions, and promises event goers 13 hours of musical bliss. As the 4th annual Spring Fiesta, this year’s […]
15 Helpful Camping Tips your Mother Never told you
Camping is not the most glorious of accommodations, but it’s nothing short of exciting! What compares to sleeping under the starry sky in the middle of nature with nothing around to distract you? Here are some helpful camping tips that will make your escape into nature a lot more enjoyable: 1. Homemade tick repellent If […]
Pet Friendly Accommodation in KwaZulu-Natal
There are many people who feel a holiday without their pets simply isn’t worthwhile. After all, what good is an energetic mountain hike, a swim in a glistening lake, or an evening next to the braai if you can’t share it with your furry companion? So just for you, we have compiled a list of […]
Darling Made Me Do It – What to do in Darling
Darling is a charming small town situated on the West Coast, less than an hour’s drive from Cape Town. The little village lies nestled between hills of vineyards and undulating golden wheat fields. Known as the ‘beating heart’ of the West Coast, Darling offers plenty of reasons to visit. Akkerboom Laan Though notably located in […]
24 Hour City Guide to Nelspruit
Nelspruit, officially renamed Mbombela, is the capital of the Mpumalanga province. Although the city is a major stopover point for those travelling to the Kruger National Park and to Mozambique, people tend to overlook it as a holiday destination in itself. Here are some exciting things to do while you’re here: Do a chimp tour […]
Top 5 Accommodations in Nelspruit
Nelspruit, officially renamed Mbombela, is the capital city of the Mpumalanga province. Located on the Crocodile River, the city offers a range of luxurious accommodations in a beautiful setting. Scroll down to view our top 5 accommodations on offer in this beautiful city: 1. Leaves Lodge & Spa Leaves Lodge is a 5-star guest house […]
Fruit Picking in the Western Cape – Where and When to do it
The Western Cape is known for its endless vineyards and scenic, fertile valleys. Surrounded by immense purple mountains and rolling green hills, there is no setting more beautiful for spending a day cultivating the fields. For those who are keen to explore, there are plenty of areas in the Western Cape that are well known […]
The Cellar Rats Spring Wine Festival Hits Magaliesburg in September
Held at The Old Mill on the banks of the Magalies River, the Cellar Rats Spring Wine Festival offers event-goers a chance to celebrate the very first day of spring between 11h00 – 15h00 on 1 September 2013. Held as a fundraiser for the Woodland Preparatory School in Magaliesburg, the family friendly outdoor wine festival […]