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Category: Eastern Cape
Travel South Africa via Pinterest
South Africa is consistently rated as one of the most beautiful countries in the world. We’ve trawled through hundreds of images of South Africa on Pinterest to round up our favourite snapshots of the country’s beauty, in all its forms. TRAVEL THROUGH THE PROVINCES Western Cape KwaZulu-Natal Gauteng […]
Spend your Summer at these Blue Flag Beaches
What better way to celebrate the summer season than by building sandcastles, picnicking in the dunes, and enjoying beautiful views and rolling waves with your friends and family?! If sandy shores are what you’re dreaming of, then head to these South African Blue Flag* beaches! KWAZULU-NATAL Alkantstrand Beach, Richards Bay Alkanststrand is the northern-most […]
15 Sensational Seaside Escapes for Summer
If you’re looking for a seaside getaway, where you can watch the waves rolling in as you walk on soft beach sand, the following accommodations will cater perfectly to your summer holiday plans, complete with sea-scented air, gull calls, spectacular sunsets, and photo-worthy spots! 1. Voetbaai Chalets, Port Nolloth, Northern Cape Voetbaai Chalets are […]
The Giant Flag Project: a Desert Garden Visible from Space
Haven’t heard of the little farming town of Graaff-Reinet? You’re about to. Because this barely noteworthy Karoo town is about to become a global icon. An exciting and proudly South African project, dubbed The Giant Flag Project, is underway at the Obesa Nursery. The project will see the formation of an enormous national flag cultivated […]
15 Unusual Structures You Can Sleep In
Hotel. Tick. Guest house. Tick. Campsite. Tick. You’ve tried them all, and you’ve got the T-shirt. Now you’re aching to try something different. Something to brag to your friends about on Twitter, Instagram, and Flickr. A place you may never have dreamed you could sleep in. Well, it’s your lucky day! We’ve stumbled across some […]
5 Luxury Lodges in South Africa
If you’re seeking a restful getaway with beautiful views and opulent touches, far from the bustling crowds, consider staying at the following lodges: 1. Sabella Private Retreat, Marble Hall, Limpopo Sabella Private Retreat is part of a Wildlife Sanctuary so you can expect to see species like zebra, gemsbok, leopard, buffalo, giraffe, blue wildebeest, and […]
7 Great South African Camping Spots for Summer
Get back to basics and have fun with family and friends this summer at any of these highly rated South African camping and caravanning sites! Western Cape 1. Wolfkop Camping Villages, Citrusdal Wolfkop Camping Villages are nestled next to a river in the Citrusdal Valley and are well suited for groups of friends. Not […]
Last minute holiday specials with up to 40% off!
Kids are counting down the days until school holidays and we can almost smell the sun cream and burning braais of the end of year summer holidays. If your budget has put you off booking a getaway, now’s the time to take advantage of our limited offer accommodation specials with up to 40% off. Get the […]
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