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30 Winter picnic spots in Pretoria
Pretoria is the ultimate winter scene for outdoor lovers with a wealth of nature reserves, rivers, and dams for lazy picnics and scenic walks to get the blood pumping. Splashes of brilliant colours brighten dull wintery days as most succulents and aloes are at their brightest during the winter season. Pretoria enjoys cool winter weather […]
11 South African Drinks to Try
From soft red tea leaves and fermented milk to homemade beers and pub-favoured shooters, the below drinks are must-try ones when you travel around South Africa. 1. Umqombothi (Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3) Umqombothi is a Xhosa beer. Made from corn, it is high in vitamin-B and has a low alcohol content than […]
20 Powerful images captured by rangers in the wild
“There is something about safari life that makes you forget all your sorrows and feel as if you have drunk half a bottle of champagne – [leaving you] bubbling over with heartfelt gratitude for being alive” – Karen Blixen. Big pawed cubs, spine tingling animal calls, and adrenaline-charged off road safaris are just a few things that make […]
8 Wicked ways to whale watch in South Africa
If there’s one thing that gets us excited about the approaching winter, it’s the whales that come with it! South Africa has some of the best whale watching in the world, attracting travellers from across the globe between June and November. If staring at a bunch of over-sized dory fish sounds boring to you, think […]
The Ultimate Guide to Water Sports in Langebaan
The coastal town of Langebaan is known as the “Jewel of the West Coast”, and as its set on both a natural, salt water lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean, its an unbeatable choice for water sport enthusiasts. On the edge of the West Coast National Park, just an hour and half from Cape Town, Langebaan […]
5 Underground Tours in South Africa
South Africa is renowned for its above ground beauty but there are also fascinating tours for those who wish to explore deep below the feet of the Mzansi rainbow nation! 1. Cango Caves, Western Cape The weaving and winding tunnels make the Cango Caves one of the most famous landmarks in South Africa. The […]
Train to Karoo – The Forgotten Route into Real SA
There’s no better way to savour the old world charm of the Karoo than by departing on an overnight train trip along the Forgotten Route. The Train to Karoo will transport you back in time along a dusty route into the world of early explorers, while still managing to blur the line between the fascinating […]
Galleria Arbour Town – Gig Guide for Dads & Kids
You can say it out loud. Shopping isn’t your thing. In fact, you HATE shopping. Luckily, Galleria Arbour Town in Amanzimtoti has loads more than endless rows of clothing shops and glittering jewellery stores threatening to empty your wallet. Here are some exciting things to do with the kids while the Mrs shops to her […]