Category: Top Travel Lists

Known for its “fountains of flowers”, Bloemfontein boasts an abundance of historical, cultural, and natural attractions that make it an ideal holiday destination in the Free State province of South Africa. Here are 6 popular things to do in Bloemfontein: 1. Free State National Botanical Garden Where: Rayton Road (off Dan Pienaar Drive), R702 Open: Monday […]

Situated in the Black Rhino Reserve, Tambuti Lodge is a private game lodge that offers an exquisite escape next to the Pilanesburg Nature Reserve. Located within an 1800 hectare eco-tourism area, less than two hour’s drive from Johannesburg, the lodge is surrounded by a captivating combination of rolling hills and mountains, profound valleys and ravines, […]

With Valentine’s Day coming up, right now is the best time to start planning your Valentine’s Day surprise, instead of leaving it to the last minute like most people do. If you’ll be in Johannesburg for Valentine’s Day, and are stuck for ideas, look through the following suggestions and romantic styles before picking one that […]

Roaming rivers, sparkling lagoons, and winding canals make the Western Cape an ideal destination for water-lovers. Whether you enjoy a peaceful canoe down the river, a light lunch on the water’s edge, or a refreshing dip in a glistening lagoon, the Western Cape won’t disappoint. Here are some great places to stay while you’re here: […]

Valentine’s Day is named after the martyred St Valentine, but few realise that the roots of this universally acknowledged day of love come from an ancient fertility festival, known in Rome as the Eve of Lupercalia. Despite Pope Galesius banning the love lotteries in the 5th century, the spirit of this festival has been kept […]

The North West province of South Africa is predominantly a farming community, which provides the rest of the country with corn and sunflower seeds. Though it may not sound as enticing as Durban or Cape Town, the North West has its fair share of diverse scenery, beautiful sights and activities suitable for the whole family […]

Many people avoid heading to the Northern Cape during holidays – it doesn’t have the glamorous appeal that Gauteng does, the lure of warm waters and wildlife that KwaZulu-Natal boasts, or the variety of entertainment that the Western Cape lauds. Despite the lack of pizazz, it has a charm that envelopes its visitors. From the […]

If you’re visiting Cape Town for a week or more, and wish to only experience the most opulent, lavish stays, there are several hotels that are tailored just for you. Experience some of the wonderful attractions that Cape Town has to offer, before retiring to your decadent hotel suite in the evenings; or skip the […]