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A Splash of Colour – The Bo-Kaap in Pictures
The Bo-Kaap is a quirky suburb of Cape Town, also known as the Cape Malay Quarter. It is quintessentially a township located on the slopes of Signal Hill; rich in both culture and colour, with brightly painted homes and cobble stoned streets. Walking along the sidewalks, you cannot help but become transfixed by the accepting […]
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 […]
14 Winter Getaways for YOUR Family
When winter arrives, the only thing we dream of after waking is the idea of crawling back into bed the moment we step out of it. Luckily, TravelGround has plenty of accommodation with facilities that will ensure you have the best winter holiday yet, filled with lazy lie ins, huddling around the fireplace, and bonding […]
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 […]
5 Adventure Attractions in Swellendam
I once thought that Swellendam was just another sleepy little dorpie – one that only woke up once a year for the Berry Festival and barely cranked open an eyelid for the holiday season road trippers that zoomed between Cape Town and the Garden Route. I was wrong! While everyday life in a small town […]
7 Cosy Durban Getaways for Winter
With year round sunshine and the warmest winter days in South Africa, it’s no surprise South Africans plan their annual escape to Durban each year. Here are our top picks for Durban stays this winter. The Saint James on Venice Hotel, Morningside The Saint James on Venice Hotel is a quaint hotel in Morningside, Durban, […]
6 Cape Weekend Retreats with a View
If you’re looking for a stay in the Western Cape in the hopes of getting to experience a picture-perfect view, then definitely check out the following places: 1. Cape View Guest House Where: Cape Town View: Lions Head, City Cape View Guest House is set within the city bowl, and as its name suggests, it […]
Photo Blog: Fiery Skies
The fiery display of a sunrise always feels like a special gift, something to assure us that no matter how our day turns out, there is magic in the world. And when the evening sun skirts the horizon, whether the day has seen joy or sorrow, the sunset reminds us to savour each day. I’ve […]
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