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A Nostalgic Stay at Woodlands Lodge
Built in 1942, the sprawling grey stone manor of Woodlands Lodge in Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal, holds a charm that is matched by no other establishment on the reserve. Set alongside a century old fig tree, the 4-star game lodge has a homely and nostalgic feel that is reminiscent of the colonial days of Natal. Throughout the […]
Amarula Lets You Track Elephants
I may have watched one too many Disney princess movies, but I’ve always dreamed of being able to connect with animals on a deeper level. For years I stood in the garden, my outstretched arm aching from patiently waiting for a bird or butterfly to rest upon my finger. After watching Born Free, I was […]
Passport to fun at Sani Pass
Do you dream of a remote holiday destination where you can literally switch off to the outside world…yet still have more to do than read books and paint nails? Then grab your passport to fun and adventure in the magnificent surrounds of Sani Pass in the Southern Drakensberg. The area is a well-known landmark for […]
4 Family Friendly Restaurants in the Natal Midlands
Those with young children often find it difficult to enjoy a quiet meal out as the stress of having to keep an eye on the kids once you’ve left the house can become disastrous. Fancy restaurants with expensive décor, breakable cutlery and crockery, and fine linen are nightmares for parents with fidgety children and they […]
12 Safe Ways to Book Travel Online
With so many travel companies out there, it’s no surprise consumers feel overwhelmed by the multitude of what’s on offer. Its often very difficult to choose which company or deal to go with – especially when you don’t know much about them. So, how do you make sure you’re booking safely online? TravelGround outlines several […]
Dining Out on Mother’s Day
The best ways to spoil a mom is to get her out of the kitchen and far away from any dirty dishes. Here are a few fantastic restaurants running specials this Mother’s Day. From breakfast buffets to 3-course lunches, and a few complimentary gifts on the side, you are sure to find the perfect spot […]
4 “Golden Oldie” Getaways
Nostalgia is a powerful emotion that can transport you through time and space to a place where everything seems simpler, calmer…better. Nostalgia makes you dream of a past life that seemed completely idyllic and care free; and it hints at a utopic future worth striving for. Here are just a few of the “golden oldie” […]
8 Ways to Spoil Mom this Mother’s Day
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, you are bound to be racking your brain about how to spoil your mother. Luckily for you, the day falls on Sunday, 12 May 2013, so you have no reason not to spend the day with her. Whether you’re a partner or child, there are plenty ways you […]
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