Category: Unusual

No one does romance quite like the French. Rich fabrics, ornate furniture, and soothing tones create the perfect setting for starry-eyed lovers. If you dream of a romantic getaway to the French countryside, consider a far more cost effective stay at one of these magnifique French-style accommodations in South Africa. La Clé des Montagnes, Franschhoek […]

There’s nothing more exciting than discovering a new treasure to add to your trove of memorable experiences. Hidden among the narrow streets of Cape Town in an aged brick warehouse with ancient doors, iron pillars, and wooden beams lays a true African gem; the exceptional GOLD Restaurant. GOLD is more than just an African themed […]

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 […]

The Easter Friday Market and Fun Day will take place on Good Friday, 29 March 2013 at Lynton Hall Driving Range in Pennington, on the beautiful south coast of KwaZulu-Natal. With many interesting stalls and numerous activities for all ages, this market promises a day of fun in the sun for the whole family. This […]

Whether you celebrate with chocolate egg hunts, a Sunday church service, or traditional South African braai, the Easter holiday is a special time for families to be together. This often means serious traffic congestion as hordes of holidaymakers, churchgoers, and migrant workers set out for the long weekend. Every year sees a bumper-to-bumper situation on […]

Vibrant colours, upbeat tunes, jaw-dropping dancing, lip-smacking food, happy faces, and laughter all around. Who doesn’t love a good carnival? As if one carnival wasn’t exciting enough, Capetonians can look forward to TWO festive celebrations within the next month! Community Chest Carnival: 27 February – 2 March 2013 Treat yourself and your loved ones to […]

The Sedgefield Slow Festival is a myriad of exciting events that are all about celebrating the great outdoors. From sandcastle competitions and a Miss Slow Fest beauty pageant, to food and wine pairing evenings, the Sedgefield Slow Festival promises a long weekend full of fun, sun, and excitement for the whole family. This year, the […]