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Category: Romance
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 […]
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 […]
4 Romantic & Affordable Minimoons near Johannesburg
Time and money play a huge role in our lives, and there are a lot of us who don’t have much of either to spare. As opposed to one expensive romantic holiday a year, couples today are seeking shorter, more frequent, and more affordable “minimoons” that are closer to home. When it comes to minimoons, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Plan a Romantic Weekend Away – For Him
As women, we’re fairly lucky that there’s an abundance of information out there to help our clueless guys plan a romantic weekend away. However, when the tables turn, there’s very little information out there on how to plan a weekend away for him. Keep reading to figure out how to surprise your man in the […]
Wine ‘n Spice and All Things Nice in Paarl
Variety is the spice of life, and much like the saying applies to life, food too would be bland and boring without a pinch of parsley or rosemary rub. Flavours, scents, and textures all play a part in making meals memorable, but there are other factors to consider too. What wine or beer to pair […]
Don’t Miss the 2013 Two Oceans Hermanus Whale Festival in September
The much-anticipated Two Oceans Hermanus Whale Festival is a distinguished annual occasion that celebrates the return of the magnificent Southern Right Whales to the waters of Walker Bay and the arrival of the spring season. This year, the Two Oceans Hermanus Whale Festival will be marking its 22nd year as the only enviro-arts festival in […]