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What’s on in Cape Town – an Event for Every Day of the Week
Cape Town is one of the liveliest cities to live in, with something happening at any time of the day. If you’re looking for something to do from Monday through to Sunday, be sure to check out these not-to-be-missed activities: MONDAY Eat: The Odyssey Gastropub in Bree Street makes Mondays worthwhile with their not-to-be-missed burger […]
What do TGCSA Star Grading’s Really Mean?
When picking your holiday accommodation, it’s easy to go by star gradings, provided you know exactly what they entail. However, there are many guests who are disappointed by their choice due to their (sometimes unrealistic) expectations not being met. After all, how do you know the difference between a 2-star and a 5-star graded establishment, really? […]
Top 10 Things to do in Swellendam
Swellendam is one of the Western Cape’s best kept secrets, situated approximately 220km from Cape Town along the national road (N2) that runs from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Hidden amongst magnificent mountains, a patchwork of farmlands, plethora of wildflowers, and 250 hectares of indigenous forest, Swellendam offers an entrancing beauty that is hard to […]
Galloping Getaways for Horse Riders in South Africa
If you love the clip-clopping of hooves beneath you, we recommend these excellent getaways where you can explore South Africa’s beautiful landscapes on horseback. MPUMALANGA Lydenrust Guest Farm & Horse Trails Situated near Lydenberg, Lydenrust Guest Farm & Horse Trails offers 1 – 2 hour horse trails through the stunning Lowveld landscape. You’ll find a […]
20 Handy Tips for Travelling on Public Transport
Whether you’re travelling to a foreign country or you’ve just never mastered the art of travelling on public transport, there are a few tips we recommend that will make your journey a lot more enjoyable. 1. Be courteous If you’re sitting down and there are no available seats when an elderly lady, pregnant woman, or […]
25 Instagrams that will inspire you to travel South Africa
With over 16 billion photos shared, it’s no wonder Instagram is one of the most popular apps for travel photography. A quick “click, filter, and load” and any mediocre holiday photos can look like travel masterpieces. We scoured Instagram for some of the most inspiring photos that will make you want to travel South Africa. […]
How to Pack for your South African Safari
So you’ve booked your South African safari, the trip is drawing closer and closer, and you’re scouring the web to find tips on what to pack. Stop. Stop. Take a deep breath. Relax. We have the ideal packing guideline for you to follow when planning for your South African safari. Create a packing list Become […]
5 Stays for Foodie Travellers in South Africa
A culinary adventure is the sticky glacé cherry on top of a decadent holiday cake. Eating is one of the biggest pleasures of travelling and South Africa is fast becoming one of the world’s most sought after foodie destinations. From artisan producers and fresh farm markets in untouched hideaways to award winning restaurants in trendy […]
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