Category: Unusual

Cape Town has to be experienced to be believed. With so much to do and see, it is difficult fitting a never-ending itinerary into a few days. When you have friends or relatives visit from overseas, make sure to introduce the magic of The Mother City by taking them to these must-see attractions: V&A Waterfront […]

As the sand falls away and the sun’s sharp-eyed beam reveals the glint of a buried jewel, there is something magical and unfamiliar to be discovered beyond every great tourist attraction. And it’s often these little known places and experiences that hold the most weight in our treasure chest of memories. We asked 7 of […]

South Africa boasts 8 of the world’s official UNESCO World Heritage Sites which are well worth a visit due to their natural, cultural, and historical importance. The next time you have a day or two to spare, make sure you visit one of these South African World Heritage Sites near you: Cradle of Humankind, Gauteng […]

I’m sure you’ve all been recommended Bunny Chow when visiting the major cities in South Africa, especially Durbs. But if you don’t know what it is, you’ll be forgiven for being confused by this oddly misleading dish. Despite what its name implies, the Bunny Chow is not made out of or for bunny rabbits. Instead, […]

The Easter weekend is fast approaching from 18 – 21 April 2014. For those who haven’t yet booked their weekend away, time is running out! We have compiled a list of last minute accommodation specials just for you and your family. KwaZulu-Natal Get 40% off at Treehouse River Lodge, Hillcrest Treehouse River Lodge offers a […]

If you have the luck of the Irish, you could win free tickets to St Patrick’s Day at Wild Clover Farm!  “There are only two kinds of people in the world, the Irish and those who wish they were.” While we are very proudly South African and have no desire to actually be Irish, we’ve […]

Long flights can be frustrating as it is, with rerun movies, bad food, and cramped up space. However, your experience can be largely bettered or worsened depending on who you sit next to. Here are a couple of airplane passengers you’d do well to avoid sitting next to (or near) on a long flight: The […]

It’s easy to get lost in translation when you live in a country with 11 official languages. That’s what makes funny sign spotting in South Africa a close second to wildlife spotting. We recently stumbled across the Africa, this is why I live here Facebook page where you’ll find collections of hilarious photos submitted from […]