Category: Unusual

On previous trips to Franschhoek, the Vrede en Lust sign had practically begged me to take a detour off the road as it peered innocently from the side of the Cape Dutch building, with a backdrop of vineyards and mountains. So this time, we gave in to temptation and visited this beautiful Klapmuts winery, on […]

Don your dirndls and lederhosens, plait your pigtails, and line your stomachs because South Africa’s biggest Bierfest is back for the much anticipated 2014 season! With plenty of South African beers (brewed especially for the occasion), delicious Bavarian food, authentic music, and good natured entertainment, event goers will feel as though they have been dropped […]

“When was the last time you were this cold?” I asked my husband as the open Land Cruiser bounced along the endless dirt road, trying in vain to outrun the rain storm. “When I climbed Kilimanjaro,” he replied. What an adventure that was! I briefly considered an alternative setting of a family movie in a […]

The 4-star La Kruger Lifestyle Lodge is situated in Marloth Park, a wildlife sanctuary bordering the renowned Kruger National Park. With subtropical weather, exceptional facilities, and an opportunity to spot an array of animals, guests are promised a truly rewarding stay at La Kruger Lifestyle Lodge at any time of the year. Guests can choose […]

They say the earth laughs in flowers. This is why the spring season is one of the most beautiful and happiest times of the year; a time when not a day should pass when you don’t return home covered in grass and smelling like the earth. Whether you’re looking for a day hike or a […]

Those visiting South Africa for the first time are often left confused when speaking to South Africans for the first time. Plenty of “what did he say?”, blank stares, and a flurry of typing words into Google translate are no way to try and master the language of the Saffa. Brush up on your South […]

Somerset West is a beautiful and surprisingly affluent town situated around 45km from Cape Town in the Helderberg region of the Western Cape. I must admit that while I have driven through this town countless times on my trips out of town, I had seldom thought more of it than a simple “30 minutes to […]

Have you ever gone to your favourite Mexican restaurant and wished that you could get hold of the recipe to make their mouth-watering chilli poppers? Well, today is your lucky day! Follow these easy steps to create your own delicious (and spicy) treats, which are great for any occasion:   What are chilli poppers? Only […]