South Africa

Best Accommodation at Johannesburg Airport

11 July 2019 No Comments

Looking for the best accommodation at Johannesburg Airport? It’s a pretty well-known fact that airport hotels are not the first thing that pops into mind when you are looking for somewhere to stay but there are times when staying near the airport is a good option. For example, booking an airport hotel can be a good idea: if you are in Johannesburg for a short stopover before traveling on if you live too far from the city to drive in

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10 Cheapest Holiday Destinations for South Africans

23 January 2019 No Comments

Wondering where are the cheapest holiday destinations for South Africans? I love my country and I’m proud to be South African but I will admit traveling with a South African passport can be so stressful at times. The trend of quitting your job to travel the world is doable but not a reality for most South Africans. Although we are lucky to have the 52nd most powerful passport in the world and access to 100 visa-free destinations, the reality is

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Best Hotels in Cape Town, South Africa

23 January 2019 No Comments

When choosing the best hotels in Cape Town, price alone doesn’t cut it – what we’re looking for is an iconic design, beautiful rooms, overindulgent service, and the best food in Cape Town. Inevitably, Cape Town is home to some of South Africa’s most luxurious hotels with its ocean views, old Art Deco buildings, and celeb-friendly scenes. With natural landscapes the city is deliciously beautiful, you can never get enough of it in one go. It’s so versatile with all

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10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South Africa

4 July 2018 No Comments

Planning on visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South Africa? The United Nation’s list of amazing cultural, natural, and historical landscapes also known as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites is awe-inspiring. According to the World Heritage Committee, there are 1092 World Heritage Sites in the world which includes 19 added this year. Of these, there are 845 cultural locations and 209 natural sites. Italy has the most sites with 54 entries; five being natural and 49 being cultural. While the

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Visiting Gwahumbe Game Reserve and Spa in South Africa

24 November 2017 No Comments

My friend and I recently spent the afternoon at Gwahumbe Game Reserve and Spa. Just an hour’s drive from Durban, this private reserve overlooks the confluence of the Gwahumbe and Umsunduze Rivers forms part of the greater Gwahumbe Valley. This river system joins the Illovo River in the southern midlands of Kwa Zulu Natal and ultimately flows into the Indian Ocean south of Durban. The area covers 3000 ha of riverine forest, valley bushveld, plateau grassland, and majestic cliff faces.

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Things to know before visiting South Africa for the first time

26 October 2016 No Comments

If you are planning a trip and you are wondering what you need to know before visiting South Africa? You’ve come to the right place! South Africa is one of the most beautiful countries in the world and it’s no surprise why we welcome over 16 million tourists annually. With so many amazing things to do in South Africa, it’s really important to research what to expect and things to know before visiting South Africa for the first time. Being

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10 FUN things to do in Mossel Bay

15 October 2016 No Comments

Mossel Bay is a harbor town in the heart Garden Route in South Africa. There are many fun things to do in Mossel Bay, the region is known for its pristine white sand beaches, wildlife and their mussels are rated to be among the finest in the world. The peninsula of Mossel Bay lies at a unique confluence between the warm Indian Ocean and the Outeniqua mountains creating a shallow bay where whales, sharks, seals, and dolphins frolic. The town

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Fun Things to do in Stellenbosch

3 August 2016 No Comments

Stellenbosch is probably one of the popular attractions in SA. Home to one of the oldest universities in the country and known as the most famous wine route in South Africa. It must be said that there are things to do in Stellenbosch for everyone. A town where oak trees are proclaimed national monuments and the wine is considered a national treasure. Quirky cafés, boutiques, and art galleries line the oak-shaded streets of the Stellenbosch. Cape Dutch architecture gives a

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Things to do in Durban and surrounding areas

25 May 2016 No Comments

South Africa’s coastal province of KZN is known for its beaches, and being the warmest place all year round. With many things to do in Durban and surrounding areas, it’s no surprise why the old British colony of Natal is one of the country’s top tourist destinations. KZN is divided into eight regions, namely Durban, the South Coast, the North Coast, Pietermaritzburg, and the Midlands, the Drakensberg, the Battlefields, the Zululand and the Maputaland or Elephant Coast. Each of these

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South Africa in 7 days – The Perfect Itinerary

9 May 2016 No Comments

Is it possible to see South Africa in 7 days? Traveling planning a trip to South Africa often feel overwhelmed as there are many things to do in South Africa! With a combination of beautiful landscapes, people, history, and culture it’s no surprise South Africa is a popular tourist destination. It’s completely understandable to feel frustrated when planning your South Africa trip. The country is dotted with gorgeous monuments, and it also has its fair share of noteworthy museums, neighborhoods,

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