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Free Wine Tasting Weekends in Elgin
The Elgin Valley lies approximately 70km east of Cape Town, in the exquisite fertile land beyond Sir Lowry’s pass. After crossing the intrepid Hottentots-Holland mountain range, a meander off the beaten track affords a tantalising range of cellar experiences where every bottle of wine captures the beauty of the valley. The Elegantly Elgin Wine Route […]
Stellenbosch Wine Festival 2013
There’s only one thing that wine fundis will find more exciting than the annual Stellenbosch Wine Festival, and that’s the fact that the 2013 Stellenbosch Wine Festival is happening 6 months earlier than usual. The expanded 10-day programme will be taking place from 25 January to 3 February 2013, with over 150 farms and countless […]
7 Irrefutable Reasons to Visit Pretoria
Whenever people plan trips to South Africa, they are usually first to browse Cape Town, Johannesburg, or Durban; what I like to call the “tourism triangle”. Often forgotten is Pretoria, the administrative capital of South Africa. Pretoria (also known as “Tshwane”), is host to a plethora of natural, cultural, and historical attractions that make it […]
Fishing Havens in South Africa
Fishing is, quite obviously, the activity of catching fish. However to those who have a passion for it, fishing can mean a lot more than merely a recreational activity. It is a social event, especially among men, who enjoy sitting around with friends, drinking a cold one, and teaching their young sons the tricks of […]
HOLI ONE Colour Festival
It’s no longer a rumour…the world’s most colourful festival is confirmed to splatter Cape Town with a rainbow of paint on Saturday, 2 March 2013, and Johannesburg on Saturday, 6th April 2013. Durban – your time is coming too, but dates are yet to be confirmed. Brought to you by award-winning agency Seed Experiences, the company behind […]
Experience True Africa at Royale Marlothi
There aren’t many people out there who haven’t dreamt of experiencing an African escape – and I don’t mean lounging on Camps Bay beach. I’m talking about the true African experience that includes elephant rides, interacting with wildlife, and spotting some of the Big Five in the flesh. All this and more can be done […]
Tourist Activities in Cape Town that won’t cost a thing
Whether you’re a tourist or a Capetonian looking to explore your own city, there are plenty of activities to keep you entertained, without needing you to open your wallet. Here are some fun (and free) things to do: Just Nuisance Monument This monument honours Just Nuisance, the famous Great Dane who was enlisted in the […]
8 Interesting Eating Locations around the World
Are you one who enjoys scouring the globe for fascinating restaurants to snack at? Do you relish the idea of dining in the sky, underwater, at the top of a mountain, or at the base of a waterfall? Well, luckily for you, I’ve always had a fascination for the unusual and upon doing a bit […]