Author: Nanje Lourens

Nanje is from Somerset West and completed her Postgraduate Diploma in Translation at Stellenbosch University. She has a passion for language, especially Afrikaans, and is currently trying to teach herself German and Portuguese. She loves her family and friends, as well as travelling, camping, reading and singing in her car when no one is around to hear. And one day she’ll tick her biggest dream off her bucket list - travelling the European countryside in a campervan.

Which Holiday Destination Suits Your Personality Best?

Which Holiday Destination Suits Your Personality Best?

There’s nothing worse than knowing you need a holiday and having enough of those precious leave days, but absolutely no idea where to go to recharge your batteries. Not to worry folks, TravelGround did some research and came up with a great quiz to help you pinpoint your ideal holiday destination. Simply answer these easy […]

Nanje Lourens

Nanje Lourens

16 May 2019

Cape Town to Gqeberha: Backpacking the Baz Bus way

Cape Town to Gqeberha: Backpacking the Baz Bus way

Longing for a road trip but not in the mood for counting kilometres, and worrying about petrol prices and falling asleep behind the wheel? Baz Bus will have you leaving all that planning, stress and trouble behind. Forget about a rigid itinerary, booking connecting bus rides and breaking the bank! This guide will help you […]

Nanje Lourens

Nanje Lourens

28 March 2019

How to Avoid Family Feuds this Festive Season

How to Avoid Family Feuds this Festive Season

‘Can someone pass the salt? This roast is a bit bland.’ Sound familiar? The festive season isn’t always all Christmas carols and golden tinsel ─ a whole lot of family in a confined space makes for irritated family members and snarky comments that could have easily been avoided. So, TravelGround decided to round up some […]

Nanje Lourens

Nanje Lourens

13 December 2018

15 Great Group Getaways in Mabalingwe

15 Great Group Getaways in Mabalingwe

Have you been surfing the internet for the ideal getaway for you and your family or friends this winter? We can’t think of anything better than a group getaway ─ pair it with great game viewing opportunities and you have the perfect cure to fight the cold this winter! Finding a house that is big […]

Nanje Lourens

Nanje Lourens

7 June 2018

4×4 Trails to Take on this Winter

4×4 Trails to Take on this Winter

Some holiday outings are synonymous with winter ─ cosy cottage stays in the mountains, game-viewing getaways to national parks, and of course taking on 4×4 trails. If lazy days and game viewing are not on the cards for you this winter, TravelGround’s got just the thing to warm you up ─ 4×4 trails to test […]

Nanje Lourens

Nanje Lourens

3 May 2018

20 Joburg Activities For Less Than R100

20 Joburg Activities For Less Than R100

Whether you’re making the big bucks or constantly scraping your cents together at the end of the month, these days we can all do with some entertainment that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg. We know the struggle is real, so TravelGround scoured the Joburg area and jotted down some fun activities you can […]

Nanje Lourens

Nanje Lourens

5 April 2018

Fun-filled Family Outings in Somerset West

Fun-filled Family Outings in Somerset West

Somerset West is probably best known for being home to Vergelegen ─ one of South Africa’s oldest and most renowned wine estates. However, there is so much more to this town. With the towering Hottentots Holland mountain range, excellent views over False Bay in the distance, and the Mother City only a short drive away, […]

Nanje Lourens

Nanje Lourens

11 January 2018

Spring Festival 2017: Discover the Magic of Magoebaskloof

Spring Festival 2017: Discover the Magic of Magoebaskloof

Spring has officially sprung and what better way to celebrate the beautiful blossoms than with a fun-filled festival! Thanks to a creative collaboration between the garden club and other clever locals, the annual Spring Festival was born to celebrate the joys of spring while showcasing local produce, foods, arts and crafts. Although this is a […]

Nanje Lourens

Nanje Lourens

14 September 2017

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