Author: Lauren Morling

After a long, leisurely day around the pool, you climb wearily into your cave and settle down for a peaceful night, surrounded by blissful luxuries. And what could be more romantic than your very own secluded love nest? Whether you prefer a cave to sleep in or simply enjoy a tasty evening meal, we have […]

Those with a liking for the eerie will surely be interested in South Africa’s fearsome ghost tourism. Bus and walking tours operate out of Cape Town, Joburg, Pretoria, Kimberley, and even the small town of Prince Albert. So if the sound of walking down old streets, past haunted houses, while listening to century-old ghost stories […]

When planning a leisurely escape to unwind and forget the stress of daily life, the most important question to ask is: is there a bath? Because what better way is there to let the tension slowly soak out of your muscles than in a giant tub filled with rainbow coloured bubbles, with a glass of […]

The Stellenbosch Wine Route is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the Western Cape, favoured for its magnificent mountain views and sprawling vineyards that provide a magical backdrop. Just under 40 minutes from Cape Town, Stellies provides the perfect overnight or weekend escape. Here are our favourite Stellenbosch wine estates to visit! Eikendal Winery […]

Family getaways can be stressful to plan as there are many people to consider, with all sorts of differing ideas of what the holiday should be like. If you’re travelling with children these holidays, make sure they are catered for by staying at one of these child friendly accommodations in Gauteng: 1. Flintstones Guesthouse Flintstones […]

There are plenty of ways to explore South Africa, but none more rewarding than by rail. There are several companies that offer train travel within South Africa, so you can take your pick! Picture the countryside flying past your window, the rattling of wheels on the railway gently rocking you to sleep, and waking up […]

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens is proud to announce an exciting new project taking place in honour of their centenary year (2013) – a treetop canopy walkway known as the Boomslang! Situated in the Enchanted Forest, the walkway lures visitors from the forest floor through the leafy foliage and eventually bursts above the treetops to allow for […]

The coastal town of Hermanus draws local and international tourists throughout the year, with its esteemed reputation for whale watching, meandering wine routes, and its bustling small village atmosphere. Here are the top things to do in Hermanus: Where to have sundowners Dutchies Beach Restaurant at Grotto Beach offers a diverse range of exotic cocktails […]