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Wordless Wednesday
There comes a time in our lives when words are no longer enough to express the emotions we feel. And when that time comes, we rely on pictures. In keeping with the worldwide #WordlessWednesday theme, we have compiled some photographs that speak enough for themselves through their own images than words ever could, and are […]
40 Photos that will have you planning your next holiday to Joburg
Many people don’t think of Joburg as an exciting holiday destination, but having lived there for 10 years, I can tell you that Jozi has it all! It’s funky, the people are wickedly friendly, and whatever isn’t in town is on its doorstep. If you need to see it to believe it, scroll on down… […]
3 Exclusive Holiday Experiences at Shamwari Game Reserve
Shamwari Game Reserve is an award-winning* holiday destination in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. The Shamwari Group incorporates 6 luxury lodges in the game reserve, all of which are 5-star graded and uniquely designed to complement your African bush experience. Along with activities like relaxation treatments, Big 5 game drives, guided walks, and birding, guests at Shamwari Game […]
Cape Town Art Fair: Is This Really Art?
“Is this really art?” I had been anticipating this sort of question from my husband, who had eventually conceded to join me at the Cape Town Art Fair this weekend (on condition that it did not interfere with the Currie Cup rugby final). As a newbie to the art scene, he was my guinea pig […]
Spring has Sprung in South Africa
With spring taking hold of our beautiful country, shouldn’t we start celebrating the vibrant colours and life that this season brings? Below are some of the top scenic places to go and see beautiful flowers, quaint landscapes, and young wildlife. Spring also brings about a beautifully illuminated landscape in Namibia, and the hiking trail that […]
5 Places you wish you’d never seen
Warning: What you are about to see is much like the Pinterest phenomenon. You will be tempted to spend hours hearting, sending, pinning, and ultimately pining over stunning images that will engrain themselves into your soul. The shameless beauty of these luxury destinations in South Africa may result in intense daydreaming, yearning, and a sudden […]
12 Reasons why Pezula is the Best Golf Course for Non-golfers
On assignment to experience some of Knysna’s top attractions, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to visit the region’s top golf course – the Pezula Championship Golf Course. I am by no means a golfer myself, but since my husband’s only weakness in life is smacking golf balls along fairways, I have developed a fair […]
The Blooming Spectacular Namaqualand Wild Flowers
With the first rains of spring, the dry, dusty plains of South Africa’s “outback” are magically transformed into a carpet of colour as the Namaqualand wild flowers burst to life. Almost overnight, the normally drab semi-desert of the Northern Cape is suddenly covered in millions of cheerful flowers, which last from early August to late […]
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