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Heaven on Earth in Hermanus
Hermanus is one of the gems of the Whale Coast, and is characterized by lush rolling hills, a wine route of its own, salty ocean air, and eclectic and artsy shops. If you’re weekending at this coastal town, then read on to discover some of our favourite spots in this little piece of heaven on […]
Conquer the Num-Num Trail with Five Assegais
Activity-based destinations are the way of the future, but the ultimate holiday spot is still one that offers you both adventure and a space where you can slow down and catch up with yourself. Only 3 hours from Johannesburg, Five Assegais Country Estate in Mpumalanga is the perfect place to spend hours on the stoep […]
Have a whale of a time at Schulphoek Seafront Guest House
After a 90 minute drive from Cape Town, we reached the beautiful, winding Whale Coast. The anticipation of arriving at the 5-star Schulphoek Seafront Guesthouse mounted with every crashing wave and gull call from above. Picturing an elegant lounge and steaming coffee awaiting us, we weren’t disappointed upon arrival. Petro, the chic manageress, greeted us […]
Big 5 Safaris in the Cape with Aquila Game Reserve
Living in South Africa, we often take the Big 5 for granted. Talk about the endangered rhino has become commonplace and the buffalo is about exciting as a cow. But when was the last time you were actually on a game drive? Probably not since you hosted overseas visitors or took that epic once-every-5-years family […]
Experience Heaven on Earth at Dunstone Country House
Dunstone Country House is a hidden gem nestled at the foot of the historic Bainskloof pass near Wellington in the Western Cape. Previously known as Bovlei Valley Retreat, the name was changed to avoid confusion as many people didn’t realise there was a guest house on site. Wellington is the much quieter version of its […]
17 photos that will make you want to go hiking
With warm breezes and sunshine once again becoming the ‘norm’ in South Africa, now is a great time to lace up those takkies, fill up your water bottle, and head out the door to explore the beautiful landscapes coming to life around you! Remember not to hike alone, don’t forget these day hike essentials, […]
30 South African adventures shared on #TravelChatSA
#TravelChatSA is a great way to engage with fellow travelers on Twitter. One of the previous topics was #AdventureTravelSA and it was more exciting than ever. Adventure gets my wanderlust ticking and travel bags packed, and thanks to last week’s chat I have a whole new set of destinations and activities scrawled on my to-do […]
Eating out at Readers Restaurant and Curious Cat Café
Readers Restaurant and Curious Cat Café, on Church Street, is one of the most eclectic spots you could ever come across, and as the name suggests, there’s a ton of cat-inspired memorabilia and items to browse through. “I absolutely adored the little touches, such as seashell and gem stones trinkets hanging from the doorways, and […]
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