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Category: Johannesburg
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 […]
Celebrating Human Rights Day
Today, 21 March, the nation of South Africa celebrates Human Rights Day. Officially declared a public holiday in 1994, after Nelson Mandela became the president of South Africa, the public holiday is a both a bleak reminder of the horrific events that occurred 53 years ago at the Sharpeville massacre and a celebration of our […]
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 […]
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 […]
St Patrick’s Day the Irish Way
I’m certain most of us know about the charming St. Patrick, who chased the snakes from Ireland and has a feast day named after him. Although modern times see this festival as more as a booze-up, he is still remembered and honoured for being a great man. Along with this feast day comes the chance […]
Easter Weekend Getaways in Gauteng
Whether you celebrate with chocolate egg hunts, a Sunday church service, or traditional South African braai, the Easter holiday is a special time for families to be together. This often means serious traffic congestion as hordes of holidaymakers, churchgoers, and migrant workers set out for the long weekend. Every year sees a bumper-to-bumper situation on […]
4 Craft Beer Fests You Don’t Want to Miss
The craft brew industry is booming in South Africa. Beer drinkers are increasingly excited to try different flavours and a number of local breweries are stepping up to create traditional method brews with distinctive flavour profiles. Anyone care for a pint? Look out for these up and coming craft beer festivals in South Africa: Clarens […]
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