Category: Top Travel Lists

Durban offers visitors an extraordinary expanse of beauty to explore and play in. With so many outdoor options, it’s hard to pick what to see and do during a trip, apart from the obvious “visit the beach” approach. If you’re only in the area with 24 hours to spare, then keep reading to discover some […]

Those of you who often travel to and from Jozi, the “City of Gold”, for a one to two day stay, will know that there are a variety of cost effective guest houses and self-catering accommodations to choose from along the way. If, however, you’re staying for longer time period due to a conference or […]

The Western Cape is a myriad of beautiful landscapes, bustling restaurants, and exciting attractions. For those wishing to explore the beauty of the Western Cape on a budget, there is an array of wonderfully quirky backpackers to rest your weary head that won’t threaten to put you out of pocket. Check out these great places […]

As Easter draws closer and closer, your thoughts have likely turned to Good Friday and church, before they stray to the obligatory egg hunts and chocolates. But this traditional family bonding time is also a great opportunity for an Easter weekend away from Cape Town! If you’re hoping to high-tail it out of the city […]

A forest holiday is one of the best ways to escape the stress of the city. Surrounded by a cool and calming army of trees, you can relax in complete and utter serenity and breathe in a breath of fresh air – literally! If a leisurely holiday without the noises of urban life, with only […]

For many guys, the idea of browsing art galleries, antiques, and boutiques is not the ideal way to spend a holiday…or any other day. But a visit to a brewery is a whole other thing. South Africa has a reputation for producing quality beer, so whether you visit a macro brewery or the little guy […]

This week’s guest is Leoni Fourie of Eikendal Lodge, a fantastic winelands accommodation set below the sheltering Helderberg Mountains of Stellenbosch. She gives the 411 on the top local activities and recommends activities for families: 1. Favourite thing about the area: There’s so much beauty out here – from breath-taking mountain and vineyard views, to […]

We sat down with Carol, owner of Laughing Waters Guesthouse, to find out exactly what Hazyview has to offer. She shared some of the fantastic family spots and eateries, that you don’t want to miss out on. Favourite thing about the area: If you are a lover of nature, then this is the place to […]