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The Ancient Kingdom of Mapungubwe
The rolling green hills, rock strewn plains, and gentle breezes wouldn’t give passers by the impression that Mapungubwe was once a thriving kingdom and home to exceptionally talented goldsmiths and craftsmen. Despite a rocky start, this site is now globally recognised and known for the beautiful golden statues found in the area, such as the […]
In Pictures: 30 Reasons to Visit South Africa
We could write a 1,000 page book on why you should visit South Africa, but we reckon it’s a little easier just to give you a visual taste… South Africa is home of the Big 5 – the lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. But did you know that there is also the Small 5? […]
Cape Town’s Incredible Suburbs
Cape Town is one of the most undeniably beautiful cities in the world – and has been allocated that title by many unrecognised Top 10 City lists, as well as trusted sources such as Forbes.com, Harvey World Travel, Conde Nast, Lonely Planet, and even TripAdvisor. It seems everyone is in agreement that Cape Town can […]
Beaches in the Western Cape that you don’t want to Miss
With summer in full swing, you are likely starting to plan your annual holiday, and with this comes day dreams of the crashing ocean and warm golden beaches. Luckily for you, the Western Cape has an abundance of captivating beaches with pristine white sand, glittering blue ocean, and excellent facilities. Here are some top Western […]
Visit These Game of Thrones Film Locations
Having been a long-time fan of the book series “A Song of Ice and Fire” by George R.R. Martin (and impatiently awaiting his 6th book, Winds of Winter), I was understandably enthralled by the Game of Thrones television series, which brought these beautifully written, complex characters to life on screen. The television series also brought […]
14 Things to Add to Your 2014 Travel Bucket List
As a travel writer, I’m constantly on the lookout for exciting things to do and see in South Africa, and my travel bucket list grows almost daily. Here are 14 things that I’ve either done (and highly recommend) or would still love to do: Walk with a Cheetah I’m a bit of a wildlife and […]
New Year’s Travel Resolutions for 2014
Happy 2014, TravelGrounders! Welcome to a year full of new experiences, fresh opportunities, and prosperity in every aspect of your lives. The New Year is a time for setting new goals, so why not apply that to the traveller in you too? Here are some travel resolutions for the year ahead: Travel more Travel as […]
22 Spontaneous Things to do before Summer is Over
Summer time: when our hair lightens, our skin darkens, the water gets warmer, our drinks get colder, music gets louder, days get longer, and life gets better. A time when we need to cut ties and sail away from the safe harbour, try new things, and be a little more spontaneous! 1. Jump in a […]
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