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Quaint cottages in the Natal Midlands
Have you ever been to the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands? This beautiful region is renowned for its stretches of farmland, charming little towns, a wonderful arts and crafts route and picturesque scenery. It is rich with rivers, dams and waterfalls, the landscape boasts green pastures, hills and forests, and the northern part is dominated by the mountains […]
10 Reasons to visit Clarens in 2023
Vast mountain views, gorgeous natural surroundings and old-world charm await any traveller seeking solace in Clarens. Situated in the heart of the Eastern Free State Highlands, this nature lover’s haven and artistic hub is certainly one of South Africa’s top tourist destinations. That’s why TravelGround is hitting you with the top spots in Clarens, giving […]
Natural Hot Springs in South Africa
Have you ever experienced the calming sensation of a natural hot spring? Hot springs are formed by groundwater being heated by shallow bodies of magma or water running through faults deep in the earth’s crust. These pockets of natural water are believed to have healing benefits because of the high sulfur content and the heat […]
Discover the Durbanville Wine Valley
The vibrant Durbanville Wine Valley is nestled in the Tygerberg Hills, just a short drive from Cape Town, and offers a fantastic array of wine farms to explore. The valley boasts fourteen wineries and there is something for every wine lover — from traditional Dutch bitterballen at Maastricht, Durbanville Hills’ sweeping views and wine-tasting caves […]
Affordable, Romantic Weekend Escapes
It is well known that one of the best ways to keep your romance alive is through quality time. If you have tried the date night strategy, why not up your game with a romantic weekend away? With this list of weekend escapes for couples, you have no excuse! TravelGround has hand-picked stays across the […]
Stay Close to the Kruger National Park Gates
The Kruger National Park is South Africa’s flagship Big Five game reserve, covering two million hectares of the Lowveld region. Anyone who has visited this natural treasure knows all too well that this is where you go to recharge your batteries, absorb nature and unwind for a while. That is exactly why TravelGround compiled a […]
48 of South Africa’s finest fishing retreats
Picture this: The air is fresh and the waters are teeming with marine life. You have a fishing rod in your hand and the only worry is whether there’s still bait on your line. Does this sound like the fishing retreat you need? Well, look no further! TravelGround.com has compiled a list of our favourite […]
Quirky Container Homes
Turning old shipping containers into luxurious living spaces has become an increasingly popular architectural pursuit for the ecologically minded over the past few years. Ingeniously upcycling worn-out containers into sleek homes offers several advantages: it employs more eco-friendly building methods, is way quicker than brick-and-mortar building, and, since you can connect or combine the containers […]