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Be a Jetsetter at these Joburg Airport Stays
O.R. Tambo International Airport has earned itself the title of Africa’s Busiest Airport and has even been called The Gateway to Africa. This is not surprising if you consider it to be many an international traveller`s first (or only) encounter with Africa. Whether you are fulfilling business obligations in Sandton, have a layover en route […]
6 Stylish Apartments for Your Next Bleisure Trip
Bleisure — the trend of adding blissful leisure activities to your business trip — is the new buzzword taking the travel industry by storm. Dozens of savvy corporate travellers are extending their business trips to do some sightseeing after clinching a business deal and to experience the culture of their business destination. Offering slick city […]
4 Fantastic Foodie Finds in PE
We bet you’ve never pegged Port Elizabeth as a worthwhile foodie destination. Well, then we’re just about ready to change your mind! Even though there are countless experiences to choose from, we’ve picked four of our favourite foodie hotspots in the Friendly City to share with you. Grass Roof Coffee Shop and Farm Stall Grass […]
9 Surf Spots in KwaZulu-Natal
Winter may be approaching fast, but you don’t have to go into hibernation. Instead, it’s time to grab your surfboard and catch some waves. That’s right, TravelGround has scouted about for some good surfing spots in KwaZulu-Natal where the water is relatively warm throughout the year, so you don’t have to worry about the cold. […]
The Ultimate Guys’ Getaway Guide in South Africa
When it comes to bonding with the blokes, an occasional drink after work or a quick game of squash between meetings sometimes doesn’t seem to cut it. What you need is an adrenaline-filled weekend alongside your best mates, away from your gruelling day job and tedious routine. Whether you’re planning a prenuptial escape for the […]
5 Wonderful reasons to visit the Wild Coast
Untamed, unspoilt and unbelievably beautiful ─ these are only a few words to describe the endless splendour of South Africa’s Wild Coast! This remote coastline stretches from East London all the way to the southern border of KwaZulu-Natal. The scenery is breathtaking and filled with steep, green hills, deserted beaches with unruly waves and windswept cliffs. […]
Go green and off-the-grid
With International Mother Earth Day coming up on 22 April and a renewed focus on green living, having to feel guilty about your carbon footprint is the last thing you want to do when on holiday. That’s why TravelGround has compiled a list of hand-picked eco-friendly stays where you can get close to nature, relax […]
Of Hobbits and Horses: Having a look at Hogsback
Hogsback. The very word conjures images of unkempt, dark green foliage, cascading water and snowy peaks looming in the distance. It’s a place where fairies are in abundance and every second home looks like it could house Bilbo Baggins. The Eastern Cape has no shortage of quirky little towns with great character, but Hogsback is […]