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Category: Luxury
Eat, Drink, and Sleep at Vrede en Lust Winery
On previous trips to Franschhoek, the Vrede en Lust sign had practically begged me to take a detour off the road as it peered innocently from the side of the Cape Dutch building, with a backdrop of vineyards and mountains. So this time, we gave in to temptation and visited this beautiful Klapmuts winery, on […]
De-stress at La Kruger Lifestyle Lodge in Mpumalanga
The 4-star La Kruger Lifestyle Lodge is situated in Marloth Park, a wildlife sanctuary bordering the renowned Kruger National Park. With subtropical weather, exceptional facilities, and an opportunity to spot an array of animals, guests are promised a truly rewarding stay at La Kruger Lifestyle Lodge at any time of the year. Guests can choose […]
Top Spa Stays in South Africa
Who doesn’t love the idea of a weekend spent indulging in pampering and lavish treatments, as every muscle and stress-filled thought is soothed away by scented oils and supple hands? If a weekend spa stay is what you’re after then check out these top spots around South Africa! 1. African Sensations Lodge & Spa – […]
4 Wine estates to visit on the Swellendam Wine Route
There is no actual Swellendam Wine Route, but in the rebellious nature of a little town that has the guts to call itself a Republic, I’m going to go ahead and group the vineyards around the Greater Swellendam region into a virtual wine route. After all, Swellendam Wine Route sounds far sexier than Swellendam Municipality. […]
5 Tips to Plan a Budget Break This Winter
Many lament the fact that travel is so expensive nowadays and all those wonderful places that you pin, blog about, and have pictures of, appear to be slipping away into the distance – seemingly forever out of reach. Until now that is. The following tips and tricks will help you plan a holiday with some […]
Flippin’ good pancake and wine pairings at Delheim
Wine and cheese pairings are so good, but so last year. The Cape Winelands are constantly dishing up fresh nibbles to pair with your wine, from chocolate to biltong, and in keeping with the foodie trend, the legendary Delheim Estate outside Stellenbosch has recently launched their decadent sweet and savoury Pancake & Wine Pairings. Winter […]
Somerset West – the Best for Lazy Wine Weekends
Somerset West is a beautiful and surprisingly affluent town situated around 45km from Cape Town in the Helderberg region of the Western Cape. I must admit that while I have driven through this town countless times on my trips out of town, I had seldom thought more of it than a simple “30 minutes to […]
6 Camping Getaways that won’t Cramp your Style
Camping doesn’t have to be a nightmare. There are plenty of ups to camping, such as open campfires, roasted marshmallows, and star gazing in your own piece of secluded paradise. But if you’re not up for the hassle of setting up your own tent and hauling everything but the kitchen sink on holiday with you, then ready-made […]