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Discounted Getaway for Hermanus FynArts
After a warm and enthusiastic reception in 2013, Hermanus FynArts is once again inspiring and nurturing creativity from 6 – 16 June 2014. The Windsor Hotel Hermanus is offering a 10% discount on accommodation to festivalgoers in their seafront setting. Perched on the edge of Walker Bay, Windsor Hotel Hermanus not only offers stylish accommodation […]
Top 5 Places to Walk with South African Animals
If you’re ever dreamt of staring deep into an animal’s eyes, and have its soul speak to yours, then the below places will definitely fulfil your dreams of being a modern day Snow White! 1. Cheetahs Where: Tenikwa Wildlife Awareness Center and Animal Hospital, Plettenberg Bay Cost: R580 per person Time: 07:30 – 09:00 / […]
Quiz: What South African city are you?
We all have our quirks and preferences that make us different to the person next door. The same goes for South Africa’s major cities. Take the quiz to see what city fits your personality. I like my coffee: Espresso, double shot I don’t drink coffee With at least 2 spoons of sugar Skinny vanilla latte […]
10 Reasons Why a Visit to Paternoster is the Answer to Your Prayers
Paternoster, meaning “Our Father”, is a little gem on the West Coast that exudes a fishing village charm of yesteryear. Fast becoming known as the St Tropez of South Africa, Paternoster is a place where white beach sands to merge with fynbos and the ocean, smiling fishermen dipping their fishing rods into the freezing ocean, […]
20 of our Favourite #Stellenblog Instagrams
The wanderlust-inducing #Stellenblog campaign commanded the social media spotlight for several days leading up to INDABA 2014, with some of the most influential international and local travel and lifestyle bloggers uncovering and digitally sharing the best of what the Stellenbosch wine tourism region has to offer. #Stellenblog was brilliantly conceptualized and coordinated by Destinate in association […]
16 Safari Scenes that will Have you Booking Yours Today
South Africa is one of the best countries to enjoy game viewing, with the Big Five and plenty of other plains game to be found in the enchanting bushveld. We could write a thousand words on why a South African safari is such a worthwhile experience, but why use words when pictures will do? These […]
12 Honeymoon Hideaways on a Budget
So you’ve scratched your last coins together for the perfect wedding, but you still haven’t planned the honeymoon. Stop. Take a deep breath and relax. There are many ways to plan your romantic escapade without blowing through your lifetime savings. After all, memories are priceless. TravelGround has some exceptional ideas for honeymoons on a budget. […]
Finding my Hakuna Matata in Yzerfontein
“It’s working!” My friend had caught the habitual shift in my eyes. “You’re starting to relax. But you’re so used to being busy that you’re feeling guilty about not doing anything.” I don’t remember her exact words, but I felt the nail punch into my skull. She was right. Between work, marriage, motherhood, friends, social […]