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Category: Luxury
What NOT to do when you’re on Safari in South Africa
When tourists visit South Africa, often the first thing on their to-do-list is an African safari. However, as exciting as these trips may sound, they simply cannot be equated to a trip to a theme park. These are wild animals (and protected ones at that) and so your visit should be met with caution, respect, […]
5-Star Golf Lodges in South Africa
Imagine wild animals looking on as you attempt a perfect chip shot, or walking from the golf course to the beach, where only sand and foam are standard footwear. These are just some of the experiences you can expect when you visit these 5-star golf lodges in South Africa. Leriba Coastal Golf Lodge If you’re […]
Colourful Spring Accommodations in the Western Cape
With spring in full bloom and summer on the rise, the landscapes abound with colour, from multi-coloured roadside flowers, to the glittering turquoise of the ocean. Make sure you give yourself some time off this summer to really appreciate the people and places around you, and live your life in vivid colour at these colourful […]
Gorgeous Greek Inspirations in South Africa
Greece is a country characterized by azure water, sandy beaches, calming blue and white homes, and the much-beloved myths and legends of Hercules and the Olympian pantheon of gods and goddesses. If you’re longing for a Santorini-styled holiday, but can’t afford the real-deal, visit some of the below places and bring some Greek-inspiration into your […]
Finding France in Franschhoek, Western Cape
From lush vineyards and mountain escarpments, to gourmet delights and old world charm, Franschhoek in the Western Cape is quite comparable to southern France. In fact, Franschhoek is thought of by many as being the food and wine capital of South Africa! Those from France who are visiting the Western Cape, and are missing le […]
Top 5 Accommodations in Pietermaritzburg
As the capital and second largest city in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg is well worth a visit. Offering a range of natural, historical and cultural attractions, from The Natal Museum to the Golden Horse Casino, there is plenty to keep even the most discerning of travellers happy! And what PMB offers in terms of […]
Great Places to Braai on National Braai Day – 24 September
For many years, South Africans have come to know National Heritage Day, the 24 September, as self-proclaimed “National Braai Day”. On this day, South Africans of all ages gather together to enjoy a day of celebration, braais, and beer. After all, what better way to celebrate South Africa’s heritage than by doing what we do […]
Minimoons in the Cape
While honeymoons are justifiable splurged upon, who has the time or money to disappear to a tropical island for a week or two of romantic revelry more than once in their lives?! More frequent “minimoons” are the latest trend in romantic getaways; short, secluded, affordable, closer-to-home vacations to celebrate engagements, anniversaries, milestones, or simply reconnect […]