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The Manta Resort Unveils Africa’s First Underwater Room on Pemba Island, Zanzibar
If you’ve been dreaming of “sleeping with the fishes”, you’ll be happy to know that it can finally be a reality. The magnificent Manta Resort has opened a magical underwater room on Pemba Island in Zanzibar! Now you can drift off to sleep surrounded by exotic marine life…in a magical floating bubble… The unusual new […]
7 Essentials for Summer Travel in South Africa
While there are plenty of lists that explicitly state what to bring along for a South African safari or hike, there’s little to no advice given to those who are travelling around South African cities in summer. So keep these 7 items in mind when you head out the front door to spend a day […]
40 Photos that will have you planning your next holiday to Joburg
Many people don’t think of Joburg as an exciting holiday destination, but having lived there for 10 years, I can tell you that Jozi has it all! It’s funky, the people are wickedly friendly, and whatever isn’t in town is on its doorstep. If you need to see it to believe it, scroll on down… […]
What’s on in the Winelands
Cape Town is quite easily the most beautiful, exciting city in the world to live in, but even we Capetonians need to get away once in a while – even if just for a day. Luckily for us, the Winelands is on our doorstep, enticing us with her fruit of the vine and lack of […]
The Shipwreck Trail at Cape Point Nature Reserve
Summer is the time for spending long, sweaty days outdoors, aided only by good walking shoes and a bottle of water. After all, there is no better way to enjoy the sunshine than by getting out into nature. If this is what you’re after, consider doing the Shipwreck Trail in Cape Point Nature Reserve where […]
Durban – the Art Deco Capital of South Africa
For those not in the know, the style of Art Deco is characterised by bold colours, glamorous ornaments, and geometric shapes, which also incorporate traditional designs. The Art Deco style originated in the early 1920s in France, and flourished worldwide until World War II. The style has been referred to as a distinct breakaway from […]
3 Colourful Gauteng Accommodations for Summer
One doesn’t need a reason to add a splash of colour to their surroundings, so if you’re tiring of the same old mundane setting at work or at home, then be sure to book a stay at one of these colourful guesthouses in Gauteng this summer! Not in Gauteng? You can also check out these […]
Accommodation along the Cape Town Coast
Cape Town’s coast provides a place of beauty and solitude no matter the season. However, there really is no better time of the year to enjoy the beauty of the ocean than during the height of summer. Whether you’re travelling as a family, with friends, or planning a romantic couple’s escape, you can look forward […]