Category: Tips and Tricks

It seems kind of unfair that Durban should enjoy warm weather AND hot food this winter. Durban is famous for its curries, and thanks to the generous chefs at The Oyster Box hotel in Umhlanga, you can spice up your winter with this mouthwatering lamb curry recipe! But first, some quick fun facts… The Durban […]

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, […]

If there is a recipe for creating a lifelong bond between people, it is to ship them off to Swellendam and ply them with copious amounts of decadent food and wine. Although the recent #swellenblog tourism campaign had plenty of adventure and a dash of good natured tomfoolery thrown into the mix, we quickly discovered […]

It is almost time for the annual Knysna Oyster Festival and its medley of marinated, pickled, and spiced molluscs! This year it will take place from 1 – 10 July 2016, and will continue its legacy of being one of the top sporting and lifestyle festivals in South Africa. Tourists and residents who visit the […]

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 winter arrives, gone are the days of cocktails along the beachfront and in come the coffee shops with their quirky interiors and tempting cake displays. With their menu of warming allurements, from teas and coffees, to hot chocolates and baked items, there is no better way to spend a cold, rainy day in the Mother […]