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6 Magical Waterfalls in Mpumalanga
What better reward exists after a gruelling hike than total relaxation in a cool rock pool fed by a waterfall? The cascading water drowns out the qualms of everyday life, the fine mist is nature’s best air conditioner, and at a waterfall Dolly Parton’s First Law doesn’t apply – you can have a rainbow without […]
14 Romantic Picnic Spots in the Western Cape
Love is in the air, everywhere I look around … Yes, it’s the month of love and Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. But the pressure is mounting: Will she like roses or Ferrero Rocher? What should I buy my new boyfriend? Will he take me to a fancy French restaurant? Luckily TravelGround is […]
7 Superb reasons to visit Simon’s Town
At first, he was just a nuisance to sailors, but he would soon become one of the most famous dogs in the world ─ this Great Dane hopped on trains, guided his drunken sailor friends back to their base and even got married! Although he never went to sea, Just Nuisance was enlisted into the […]
A Street View of Joburg
Experience Johannesburg from a different point of view by taking an inner city walking tour with Past Experiences to get a new and unique glimpse into the heart and soul of this weird and wonderful city. With Past Experiences you can choose to take a public art tour or find out where Johannesburg got its […]
15 Scenic Mountain Passes in South Africa
As South Africans we definitely don’t have a shortage of bragging rights, especially when it comes to scenic routes and epic views. One of our country’s most awe-inspiring features is our vast amount and variety of mountain passes. To pick a few favourites is next to impossible, but we gave it a try and decided […]
20 Instagrams that will have you planning a trip to the Overberg
Since this time of year is the absolute best time to visit the Overberg, we thought we’d show you why it’s worth a visit! This bountiful region in the Western Cape offers something for any kind of tourist ─ from coastal luxury to farm-style stays, from adventure sports to food and wine experiences, and from tranquil natural scenery […]
The Eastern Cape’s Sunshine Coast: the perfect winter getaway
With winter on our doorstep throughout the largest part of South Africa, why not head to the Sunshine Coast for a sunny winter getaway? The Sunshine Coast is situated between Port Elizabeth and East London in the Eastern Cape and stretches from Alexandria to Fish River Mouth and further inland to include the small town […]
The road less travelled to Cathedral Peak Hotel
Visiting the Drakensberg has always been a dream of mine, so driving through the rolling hills towards Cathedral Peak Hotel my heart started pounding with extreme excitement. In the distance the tips of the mountains start to appear and you think to yourself “could these mountains I have heard so much about be real”? And […]
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