Author: Roseanna McBain

Though it may seem silly to keep an emergency kit in your vehicle, it is often the difference between a nightmarish or comfortable wait for roadside assistance when you’ve broken down on your way to your holiday accommodation, or when you’re on a road trip to visit family. There are numerous places to buy pre-packed […]

Known as the biggest, loudest, brightest, and proudest arts and culture festival in South Africa, the Grahamstown National Arts Festival is only growing in popularity each year. The one outstanding characteristic of this festival is the support it extends to new talent. The dates for this years fantastic festival are 2 – 12 July 2015. […]

The word tea has an almost magical connotation, calling to mind elegance, glamour, and tradition; and it’s held this ethereal quality for centuries in very different cultures across the globe. There is nothing which suggests sophistication as much as a freshly brewed pot of tea, because really, making tea in a cup is only suitable […]

With Father’s Day around the corner, now is the perfect time to pick out that gift that says to your papa “you’re the best dad ever”. Of course, that’s generally far easier said than done, and no, socks alone do not tend to proclaim this as much as you’d assume. This year, put some thought into […]

With winter starting to show its claws, what better way to forget about the dreary drizzle than by enjoying a decadent meal out with friends, in an opulent, cosy setting? If you’re a French food lover who prefers eating meals prepared from sustainable, organic sources and have already picked your perfect French-styled accommodation, then check […]

The One & Only Spa, 12 Apostles Spa, Arabella Spa, Life Day Spa, and Camelot Spa all likely spring to mind when you think about top Cape Town spas. However, those of us who are local will likely agree that a spa trip to any of the above is an annual (or if you’re very […]

The vast Drakensberg region is filled with stunning scenery, undulating landscapes, and plenty of activities. It spans five of South Africa’s provinces, as well as Lesotho. This is a continuation from last weeks post, and lists three more great towns in the Drakensberg area. Day Four Where: Estcourt See: Fort Durnford, Wagendrift Dam, Weenen Game […]

The Drakensberg region of South Africa is quite a large one, and doesn’t often get the kind of attention that the coastal regions or vibrant cities do.  For those not in the know, this area has more than a fair share of jaw-dropping scenic beauty, untouched landscapes to drive through, and adventure-orientated activities. If you’ll […]