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Category: Overberg
Tranquil Farm Stays in the Western Cape
Farm living has always been an integral part of South African heritage and our countryside boasts some spectacular farms. City dwellers often flock to farms to indulge in the tranquillity of the open spaces or to enjoy the natural beauty of the environment and the history associated with some of the farmhouses. If you’re lucky […]
Stay at these Fairy Tale Forests
Once upon a time in a deep, dark forest not so very far away, TravelGround had some lovely tree-filled stays, and so Red Riding Hood and the woodcutter had a romantic weekend in a granny cottage, Goldilocks was served a delicious meal before retiring to her luxurious bed, and Snow White ended up having a […]
Beat the Cold Front Blues: Cosy Log Homes in the Western Cape
If you haven’t planned a winter getaway and you’re sick and tired of your freezing cubicle at work, we might be able to help. Just imagine a crackling fireplace, cosy couches, a warm bed and panoramic views, and you’ll already feel the winter chill loosening its grip. Make this image your reality with this hand-picked […]
The ultimate girls-only getaway guide to the Overberg
There’s nothing quite like a group of girls travelling together. Whether it’s for a bachelorette trip, a catch-up with old school friends or a book-club gathering, a girls-only getaway is the perfect chance to kick off your heels and make some amazing memories. If you’re planning a weekend away from the hustle and bustle, the […]
Experience Platbos at this year’s Reforest Fest
There is something undeniably magical about a forest. Maybe it’s the abundance of hide-and-seek spaces that bring out the child in us. Maybe it’s the wealth of life, the generous shade and fresh air we find there. Or maybe it’s the feeling that something miraculous might occur at any moment, à la the fairy tale […]
5 Water-Saving Travel Tips!
It should come as absolutely no surprise that South Africa is lacking some water (gigantic understatement). Our dam levels are well below 40% across the board, and dropping fast. Water restrictions have been put in place in all the major metropolitan areas and everyone everywhere is whispering about the neighbour hosing down his Audi every […]
10 ways to keep the kids happy on a roadtrip
Everyone looks forward to the December school holidays. Kids can’t wait to be done with school and parents swop the desk for the beach or a game park. However, there is one thing parents don’t miss about the holiday ─ the tedious trek with the worst back-seat drivers in the world ─ small humans strapped […]
Family-friendly hikes
It seems like only yesterday you sent the kids back to school. Now the end of term is on the horison and you’re already trying to think of ways to keep the youngsters busy. Luckily, warmer weather has graced South Africa with its return and as the sun rises earlier with each passing day, there […]
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