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Langebaan – far more than just a Lagoon Town
Langebaan is an ideal spot to head to, regardless of season, as it experiences temperate weather all year round. Though the town’s defining lagoon is remarkable in its own right, it’s not the only reason for you to head to this coastal gem. Due to numerous unique ecosystems at play in the area, there are […]
20 Reasons to Love Spring in South Africa
Now that the warmer weather is taking hold of our beautiful country, and providing bright colourful hues across the landscape, TravelGround thought to share our top 20 reasons for absolutely loving spring! A wonderful season full of light, colour and new life – what’s not to love? 1. Wildlife Spring is known as the season of […]
AmaZink Live – South Africa’s First Theatrical Township Experience!
Our stomachs dropped to our feet as we drove around the Kayamandi township in Stellenbosch, past corrugated iron shacks and neighbours braaiing together amidst large clouds of smoke as their kids and dogs played happily in the street. We’d forgotten to plan our route beforehand and were unsure of whether we were in the right […]
Almost Secret Spots on the South Peninsula
I’ve moved to Cape Town 3 times, each time taking a leap further south. It’s a strange thing moving back to a city that you think you know, because you quickly find that Cape Town offers very different experiences with each suburb and stage of life. The most recent chapter in my Cape chronology has […]
Welcome Home! Rivierbos Guest House – a Review
The 3-star Rivierbos Guest House is a homely retreat tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Stellenbosch. Set on the northern bank of the fast flowing Eerste River, Rivierbos forces you to stop, relax, and absorb the natural white noise of this Stellenbosch sanctuary. Rivierbos is the kind of place where you […]
PhotoBlog – Reasons we love Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch is a bustling centre of activity throughout the year, due in part to its close proximity to Cape Town, its ever-lush valley, the numerous hikes through vineyards and mountains, and of course the highly sought-after wines. Check out the following photos showcasing our favourite places and spaces. Let us know yours in the comments […]
Guys vs Girls Weekends – the best according to travel bloggers
Whether you’re inclined to share jokes around a campfire with a beer in hand, or chat for hours on a couch with a bottle of wine, it’s a good idea to get away and spend some quality time with friends of the same sex every once in a while. It’s a sacred time where boys […]
14 proposal spots your partner won’t say no to
Proposing is one of the most important occasions in your life. Women have dreamed of this day ever since they were little girls, and so it’s only fair that the day match the dream as much as is humanly possible. So if you’re planning on taking your relationship to the next level, check out these […]
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