Author: Lauren Morling

Camping doesn’t have to be a nightmare. There are plenty of ups to camping, such as open campfires, roasted marshmallows, and star gazing in your own piece of secluded paradise. But if you’re not up for the hassle of setting up your own tent and hauling everything but the kitchen sink on holiday with you, then ready-made […]

The Bo-Kaap is a quirky suburb of Cape Town, also known as the Cape Malay Quarter. It is quintessentially a township located on the slopes of Signal Hill; rich in both culture and colour, with brightly painted homes and cobble stoned streets.  Walking along the sidewalks, you cannot help but become transfixed by the accepting […]

When winter arrives, the only thing we dream of after waking is the idea of crawling back into bed the moment we step out of it. Luckily, TravelGround has plenty of accommodation with facilities that will ensure you have the best winter holiday yet, filled with lazy lie ins, huddling around the fireplace, and bonding […]

With year round sunshine and the warmest winter days in South Africa, it’s no surprise South Africans plan their annual escape to Durban each year. Here are our top picks for Durban stays this winter.   The Saint James on Venice Hotel, Morningside The Saint James on Venice Hotel is a quaint hotel in Morningside, Durban, […]

Everyone who is anyone has heard of the Big Five. The 5 glorious wild animals that roam the savannah and bring tourists from all over the world to the African continent. But why does the term refer specifically to the lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard? Well, the term “Big Five” was coined by big […]

Whether you’re a summer or winter baby, there are just some things that are better in winter. Yes, you summer lovers can have your beaches and cocktails, but we’ll take our scarves, cuddles, fireplaces, and movie nights. Here are some activities that really are better during the winter months (May to August) in South Africa: […]

South Africa has 9 National Botanical Gardens, managed by the South African National Biodiversity Institute. The focus of the gardens is to conserve and preserve South Africa’s unique indigenous plants and promote environmental interest. These gardens are fantastic for day outings and picnics, and we’d highly encourage a visit:   1. Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, […]

When Mondays come along, they are often accompanied with moans and groans, and Monday-so soons. But one thing is for certain: You aren’t alone in your Monday blues. Here are some epic photographs of animals and birds displaying just how little they appreciate Mondays too!   Did we manage to cheer you up? Let us […]