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Category: Eastern Cape
Exclusive Interview with The Ultimate Braai Master Finalist Jonno Proudfoot
When I switched on the first episode of The Ultimate Braai Master Season 2, I was ecstatic to see an old friend grinning back at me. It actually came as little surprise that Jonno Proudfoot had made it onto the reality cooking show. One of my fondest memories of him was playing a game of […]
4 Travel Apps for a H’Appy Holiday in South Africa
Ever wished you could carry a little tour guide in your pocket – with the convenience of running your own schedule and putting him on mute whenever you want? That’s exactly the kind of perks you can expect with these handy travel apps: 1. go! South Africa With over 25 000 points of interest, go! […]
3 Exclusive Holiday Experiences at Shamwari Game Reserve
Shamwari Game Reserve is an award-winning* holiday destination in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. The Shamwari Group incorporates 6 luxury lodges in the game reserve, all of which are 5-star graded and uniquely designed to complement your African bush experience. Along with activities like relaxation treatments, Big 5 game drives, guided walks, and birding, guests at Shamwari Game […]
The Insider’s Guide to Quirky South African Restaurants
South Africa is as diverse as it is beautiful; offering an abundance of quirky eateries to suit all needs and budgets, from dining in an aquarium to an observatory! So if you’re after an adventurous meal out with family and friends, be sure to tick the following quirky restaurants off your bucket list: Gauteng: Goblin’s […]
Top tourist hotspots you can’t afford to miss in each South African province
South Africa is one of the most beautiful countries to visit, with a mix of different cultures, wildlife, and stunning landscapes that change every couple of kilometres. With a diverse range of attractions throughout its interior, South Africa offers one of the most rewarding holidays. Here are our favourite attractions you can see in each […]
Top 5 Accommodations in East London
East London is a vibrant city set in the Eastern Cape province. It lies on the Indian Ocean coast, between the Buffalo River and the Nahoon River, and features the country’s only river port. With so many waterways, East London is one of South Africa’s premier holiday destinations. Here are the top 5 accommodations to […]
3 Places Where You Can Learn to Cook Traditional Karoo Cuisine
Cooking tours in the Karoo offer culinary adventures for travellers to feed their inner-foodie and learn about the region’s history and traditions. Karoo lamb, fruit preserves, and baked goods immediately spring to mind when we talk about traditional Karoo foods. But there is a world of other Karoo delicacies like Skilpadjies (braaied fat parcels of […]
Great Places to Braai on National Braai Day – 24 September
For many years, South Africans have come to know National Heritage Day, the 24 September, as self-proclaimed “National Braai Day”. On this day, South Africans of all ages gather together to enjoy a day of celebration, braais, and beer. After all, what better way to celebrate South Africa’s heritage than by doing what we do […]
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