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Spend the Day in Kalk Bay – Here’s what to do
Kalk Bay is a charming fishing village wedged between the aquamarine ocean and sandstone mountains along the False Bay seaboard. With countless boutique shops, restaurants, and eateries, there is plenty to do in Kalk Bay. Here are some of our favourite activities to enjoy in this charismatic fishing village: Go Cuban at Cape to Cuba […]
The best organised Easter egg hunts across South Africa
I am beyond eggcited to be heading to Spier for what is promising to be the BIGGEST Easter egg hunt in the Western Cape this year. I may even be more excited than my kids, who are quickly turning into choccie-egg addicts thanks to the mountains of Easter treats that have been littering shop shelves […]
Top 3 Family-Friendly Wine Farms
If you’re looking for a fun family outing in the Western Cape, then rest assured your little one(s) can frolic to their hearts content at the below wine farms. Leaving you time to savour, in moderation, the variety of vintages along Cape Route 62. Apart from each of the below wine estates offering wine tastings, […]
10 Things to do with the kids these school holidays
Millions of children across South Africa are getting ready to kick off their school shoes and cram Phineas and Ferb’s 104 days of summer vacation into their 9-day holiday. Whether you’re going away for the holidays or simply dreading the idea of your home turning into a live aquarium, we suggest you take the kids […]
Top 10 Things to do in Swellendam
Swellendam is one of the Western Cape’s best kept secrets, situated approximately 220km from Cape Town along the national road (N2) that runs from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Hidden amongst magnificent mountains, a patchwork of farmlands, plethora of wildflowers, and 250 hectares of indigenous forest, Swellendam offers an entrancing beauty that is hard to […]
20 Handy Tips for Travelling on Public Transport
Whether you’re travelling to a foreign country or you’ve just never mastered the art of travelling on public transport, there are a few tips we recommend that will make your journey a lot more enjoyable. 1. Be courteous If you’re sitting down and there are no available seats when an elderly lady, pregnant woman, or […]
How to Pack for your South African Safari
So you’ve booked your South African safari, the trip is drawing closer and closer, and you’re scouring the web to find tips on what to pack. Stop. Stop. Take a deep breath. Relax. We have the ideal packing guideline for you to follow when planning for your South African safari. Create a packing list Become […]
8 South African World Heritage Sites to add to your Bucket List
South Africa boasts 8 of the world’s official UNESCO World Heritage Sites which are well worth a visit due to their natural, cultural, and historical importance. The next time you have a day or two to spare, make sure you visit one of these South African World Heritage Sites near you: Cradle of Humankind, Gauteng […]
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