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Category: Wild Coast
The A-Z of travel in South Africa
We’re always being asked to recommend attractions and activities in South Africa. It’s tough making a “Top 10” or even “Top 20” list, because there are so many fantastic things to do and see in Mzansi. So to shake things up a bit, we decided to bring you an A-Z South African travel guide. A […]
Paradise Found in Coffee Bay
South Africa’s Wild Coast, formerly known as The Transkei, is a magical area of unspoilt coastline and infinite emerald magnificence that has captured the hearts and minds of travellers for decades. And yet this area has somehow retained its innocence and slow way of life. Here the green hills are endless; they rise up all […]
Exclusive Interview with The Ultimate Braai Master Finalist Jonno Proudfoot
When I switched on the first episode of The Ultimate Braai Master Season 2, I was ecstatic to see an old friend grinning back at me. It actually came as little surprise that Jonno Proudfoot had made it onto the reality cooking show. One of my fondest memories of him was playing a game of […]
Spring has Sprung in South Africa
With spring taking hold of our beautiful country, shouldn’t we start celebrating the vibrant colours and life that this season brings? Below are some of the top scenic places to go and see beautiful flowers, quaint landscapes, and young wildlife. Spring also brings about a beautifully illuminated landscape in Namibia, and the hiking trail that […]
Discover the Joy of Water this Tourism Month
September is National Tourism Month in South Africa. It’s more than simply trying to get bums into hotel beds; it’s about having fun and exploring, while focussing on what makes our country a worthwhile destination to do that in. South Africa is incredibly blessed when it comes to natural attractions. We have everything from sky […]
The Greatest Shoal on Earth
Every year, from May through to July, a cold northerly ocean current causes millions of sardines to gather in shoals and migrate north. Travelling a distance of over 1,000km along the rugged coastline from the Agulhas Bank towards Mozambique, the shoals form a swarming mass measuring up to 15km long, 3,5km wide, and 30m deep […]
7 Water Parks to Visit these Holidays
Easter is upon us and thousands of families are looking forward to the holiday break. While chilling with a good book may sound like an ideal holiday to you, kids will be looking for non-stop entertainment. Make the most of your family vacation by taking advantage of the warm weather we’re still enjoying and spend […]
5 Top Secret Travel Spots in South Africa
Those of you who plan to explore the diverse landscapes on offer in South Africa should know that there are several towns you can visit to get the authentic experience you crave. Forget about heading to the tourist hubs of Cape Town, Johannesburg or Durban, and start your adventure far off of the beaten path, […]
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