Author: Lauren Morling

There’s no better way to savour the old world charm of the Karoo than by departing on an overnight train trip along the Forgotten Route. The Train to Karoo will transport you back in time along a dusty route into the world of early explorers, while still managing to blur the line between the fascinating […]

You can say it out loud. Shopping isn’t your thing. In fact, you HATE shopping. Luckily, Galleria Arbour Town in Amanzimtoti has loads more than endless rows of clothing shops and glittering jewellery stores threatening to empty your wallet. Here are some exciting things to do with the kids while the Mrs shops to her […]

South Africa is known for its iconic tourist attractions. Table Mountain. Robben Island. Sun City. But Mzansi has some of the weirdest and wackiest attractions you may never have heard of. These unusual attractions will have you itching to explore:   EASTERN CAPE 1. Eco Shrine, Hogsback Nestled in the Amatola Mountains, the Eco Shrine […]

At 216m, Bloukrans Bridge is the highest commercial bridge bungee in the world. It’s a place where likeminded crazies, adrenaline junkies, and timid yes-men gather together to face what is an incredibly unnatural and senseless activity. There’s no feeling quite like jumping off a bridge and hoping for 5 terrifying seconds of freefall that the […]

Sabi Sand Game Reserve is an unfenced 65,000 hectare reserve bordering the Kruger National Park that offers the rare opportunity to track animals off-road. Heralded as the most famous private game reserve in South Africa, Sabi Sands offers extraordinarily close wildlife encounters, particularly of the elusive leopard. While people are not allowed to cross the […]

The beloved Sani Pass as we know it will soon be a thing of the past. The tarring of this notorious gravel road that links KwaZulu-Natal and the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho has been approved by Environmental Affairs Minister, Edna Molewa, and will begin in early 2015. This gruelling 4×4 route, 32km North West of […]

School holidays, Christmas, and family time go hand in hand during the summer season. Here are some great events for family bonding because the best gift you can give your kids is the gift of an experience.   TAAL MONUMENT PICNICS The Taal Monument is hosting a range of sunset picnics this summer. Bring your […]

South Africa is a beautiful country with vast and differing landscapes. I recently had the opportunity of visiting some of her most memorable hotspots on the Shongololo Express Great Train Adventure. Whether you’re looking to meet people from different cultures, spot foreign animals, or marvel at the earth’s natural beauty, these destinations are worth adding […]