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Author: Roseanna McBain
5 Tips to Plan a Budget Break This Winter
Many lament the fact that travel is so expensive nowadays and all those wonderful places that you pin, blog about, and have pictures of, appear to be slipping away into the distance – seemingly forever out of reach. Until now that is. The following tips and tricks will help you plan a holiday with some […]
3 Upcoming Seafood Festivals in South Africa
Don’t fret if you missed out on the Knysna Oyster Festival. The following ocean and seafood inspired festivals will provide you with plenty of fun, sun, sand, and fresh seafood! The Oceana Hout Bay Seafood Festival – Hout Bay Where: The Republic of Hout Bay, Cape Town When: 24 – 28 September 2014 Contact: […]
Don’t Miss the Bus – A Half-Day Outing in Cape Town
The TravelGround & LekkeSlaap Team was lucky enough to be invited by Venue & Destinations Options to go on a half-day educational trip, and visit three incredible places between Milnerton, Cape Town, and Franschhoek! It was a fantastic experience which made us realise that there are still plenty of exciting entertainments and hidden gems still […]
Road Trip The Way a Celebrity Would
For those after a cosy stay this winter, look no further than the following places, which were used by the cast and crew of the movie “Pad na jou Hart”. Pad na jou Hart is a romantic road trip adventure across South Africa. The story follows the curious road trip of young business man, Basson van Rensburg (Ivan […]
10 Winter Warmer Pubs in Gauteng
We’ve already covered the 20 best pubs in Cape Town for winter, and it just wouldn’t be fair to ignore our readers further north. For those eager to escape the winter weather by enjoying a hearty meal and cold brew coupled with entertainment, check out our 10 pub picks in Gauteng! 1. Gilroy Brewery, Muldersdrift […]
5 Romantic Retreats 2 Hours from Johannesburg
Sometimes a weekend break is needed for you to spend some time alone with that special someone in your life. The following accommodations offer varied scenery, intimate quarters, and will fit most budgets, while providing plenty of romance. 1. Rustenburg – Adel-Pragt Guest House Adel-Pragt Guest House is set within Rustenburg, and lies just under […]
5 Fairytale Accommodations in South Africa
No matter how old we get, for most of us, our childhood dreams of staying somewhere that’s fit for a princess never really fades thanks to Disney. And though we may live modestly in real life, enjoying a decadent stay every so often is definitely in order! To honour the just passed International Fairy Day, […]
38 Instagram-Worthy Winter Dates
If the gloomy weather is getting you down, then right about now you’re probably in need of a pick-me-up. So what better way to warm the cockles of your heart and banish the winter chill, than by enjoying some winter romance? Daytime Dates: Animal lovers will love a trip to theses 15 Animal Sanctuaries around […]
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