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Category: Gauteng
4 More Romantic Autumn Getaways in South Africa
If you’re still looking for that perfect romantic autumn accommodation, and didn’t see your province listed on last week’s autumn getaways post, look no further than the four following escapes, in the northern regions of South Africa: 1. Gauteng – Dinkwe Guest House, Pretoria Rated 3-stars from the TGCSA, it’s easy to fall in love […]
6 Handy Travel Apps to Use in South Africa
With more people in the world having access to cell phones than clean water, it’s no surprise that everything in life is going digital. One of the biggest tourism trends highlighted at the recent ITB Berlin convention (regarded as a trends barometer for the international travel industry) was the dramatic increase in the number of […]
5 Family Holiday Activities in Gauteng
If you’re anything like me, you’re constantly on the hunt for something new to keep your kids entertained during the school holidays. There are only so many times you can pop into the library, visit the park down the road, or watch a rerun of Alvin and the Chipmunks. Sometimes, to preserve peace in the […]
7 Water Parks to Visit these Holidays
Easter is upon us and thousands of families are looking forward to the holiday break. While chilling with a good book may sound like an ideal holiday to you, kids will be looking for non-stop entertainment. Make the most of your family vacation by taking advantage of the warm weather we’re still enjoying and spend […]
3 Great Guesthouses in Johannesburg
Those of you who often travel to and from Jozi, the “City of Gold”, for a one to two day stay, will know that there are a variety of cost effective guest houses and self-catering accommodations to choose from along the way. If, however, you’re staying for longer time period due to a conference or […]
Wonderbaar Skydiving at Wonderboom
I have a vivid childhood memory of flying in a small charter plane from Benoni to Bulawayo when I caused the sudden onset of grey hair on my mother’s scalp. Fascinated by the world trailing beneath me I readied myself to open the plane door and dangle out for a better view. As my fingers […]
A Touch of France
No one does romance quite like the French. Rich fabrics, ornate furniture, and soothing tones create the perfect setting for starry-eyed lovers. If you dream of a romantic getaway to the French countryside, consider a far more cost effective stay at one of these magnifique French-style accommodations in South Africa. La Clé des Montagnes, Franschhoek […]
Just Brewsing: 5 Great Breweries to Visit in SA
For many guys, the idea of browsing art galleries, antiques, and boutiques is not the ideal way to spend a holiday…or any other day. But a visit to a brewery is a whole other thing. South Africa has a reputation for producing quality beer, so whether you visit a macro brewery or the little guy […]
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