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Category: Tips and Tricks
Pet Friendly Accommodation in KwaZulu-Natal
There are many people who feel a holiday without their pets simply isn’t worthwhile. After all, what good is an energetic mountain hike, a swim in a glistening lake, or an evening next to the braai if you can’t share it with your furry companion? So just for you, we have compiled a list of […]
Outfit Ideas for the Franschhoek Cap Classique Festival
If you’ve already bought your Franschhoek Cap Classique Festival tickets (via Mastercard), and are impatiently waiting for the festival weekend to arrive, start thinking about the guidelines given, for how to dress up to match this year’s theme: “black and white, dots and stripes”. This seems to be pretty straight forward advice. But you don’t […]
Darling Made Me Do It – What to do in Darling
Darling is a charming small town situated on the West Coast, less than an hour’s drive from Cape Town. The little village lies nestled between hills of vineyards and undulating golden wheat fields. Known as the ‘beating heart’ of the West Coast, Darling offers plenty of reasons to visit. Akkerboom Laan Though notably located in […]
3 Scent-sational Flower Festivals in the Western Cape
The Western Cape is known for colourful houses, beaches, and the myriad of flowers which unfurl in spring, not quite competing with the beautiful blooms that the Namaqualand produces, but certainly providing a floral fantasy for all to enjoy. If you’re planning to spend time outdoors by hiking, biking, or exploring the national parks during […]
24 Hour City Guide to Nelspruit
Nelspruit, officially renamed Mbombela, is the capital of the Mpumalanga province. Although the city is a major stopover point for those travelling to the Kruger National Park and to Mozambique, people tend to overlook it as a holiday destination in itself. Here are some exciting things to do while you’re here: Do a chimp tour […]
Top 5 Indoor Activities for Kids
When wet weather strikes in full force (as it’s currently doing in Cape Town), it’s hard to keep the little ones entertained indoors, barring putting them in front of the television. If you’re running out of ideas on how to keep them busy, consider these fun and easy suggestions, which will keep them entertained for […]
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 […]
How to Plan the Perfect Indoor Weekend
This past week in Cape Town has been a rather damp affair, with icy winds, plenty of rain, and virtually no incentives to head outdoors. With even more rain forecast, now is the time to plan your perfect indoor weekend! Blankets I’m a sucker for fluffy blankets in all shapes, sizes, and colours and I […]