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Category: Holiday
5 Adventure Attractions in Swellendam
I once thought that Swellendam was just another sleepy little dorpie – one that only woke up once a year for the Berry Festival and barely cranked open an eyelid for the holiday season road trippers that zoomed between Cape Town and the Garden Route. I was wrong! While everyday life in a small town […]
7 Cosy Durban Getaways for Winter
With year round sunshine and the warmest winter days in South Africa, it’s no surprise South Africans plan their annual escape to Durban each year. Here are our top picks for Durban stays this winter. The Saint James on Venice Hotel, Morningside The Saint James on Venice Hotel is a quaint hotel in Morningside, Durban, […]
6 Cape Weekend Retreats with a View
If you’re looking for a stay in the Western Cape in the hopes of getting to experience a picture-perfect view, then definitely check out the following places: 1. Cape View Guest House Where: Cape Town View: Lions Head, City Cape View Guest House is set within the city bowl, and as its name suggests, it […]
Knysna Oyster Festival
It is almost time for the annual Knysna Oyster Festival and its medley of marinated, pickled, and spiced molluscs! This year it will take place from 1 – 10 July 2016, and will continue its legacy of being one of the top sporting and lifestyle festivals in South Africa. Tourists and residents who visit the […]
The Ext-ROAR-dinary Guide to the Big Five
Everyone who is anyone has heard of the Big Five. The 5 glorious wild animals that roam the savannah and bring tourists from all over the world to the African continent. But why does the term refer specifically to the lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard? Well, the term “Big Five” was coined by big […]
Winter Holiday Specials with up to 50% OFF!
The only thing better than a cosy winter getaway is finding one at a bargain. We have 50 accommodations offering discounted stays across South Africa. These specials are valid for a limited time only, so book soon to avoid missing out! Quick links by Province: KwaZulu-Natal – Western Cape – Gauteng – Limpopo – Eastern […]
Father’s Day – Things to Do
With the21st of June fast approaching, it’s about time for you to plan something special for Father’s Day. If you’re stuck for ideas on how to spoil the special man (or men) in your life, then check out some of our top suggestions: Take a Day Trip Visit the town of Paternoster, which means “our father” […]
20 Reasons We Love Winter in South Africa
Whether you’re a summer or winter baby, there are just some things that are better in winter. Yes, you summer lovers can have your beaches and cocktails, but we’ll take our scarves, cuddles, fireplaces, and movie nights. Here are some activities that really are better during the winter months (May to August) in South Africa: […]
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