Category: Western Cape

If you don’t like wine, the thought of spending a day on a wine farm is about as appealing as sticking hornets up your nostrils. The good news is, there are plenty of wine estates in South Africa that know this. The next time you’re roped into a day in the Winelands, you’ll be armed […]

There’s no better way to savour the old world charm of the Karoo than by departing on an overnight train trip along the Forgotten Route. The Train to Karoo will transport you back in time along a dusty route into the world of early explorers, while still managing to blur the line between the fascinating […]

South Africa is known for its iconic tourist attractions. Table Mountain. Robben Island. Sun City. But Mzansi has some of the weirdest and wackiest attractions you may never have heard of. These unusual attractions will have you itching to explore:   EASTERN CAPE 1. Eco Shrine, Hogsback Nestled in the Amatola Mountains, the Eco Shrine […]

From magical forests and singing princesses to talking wildlife and sumptuous palaces, Disney has given us a peek into the world of animated royalty. Rekindle a sense of magic and mystery, and spend your nights wishing on a star at these picture-perfect storybook stays!   Vuna Valley – Rapunzel   The forest, river and castle […]

South Africa’s Mother City is world renowned for its scenery and cosmopolitan city atmosphere. Wooded mountain slopes meet the chrome city skyline and the harbours waters sparkle in the distance. So take advantage of a bird’s eye view at these incredible rooftop bars in the Mother City … because a colourful cocktail or crisp cold […]

It may sound mean to lure you into a photoblog that will leave you lusting after a weekend getaway, but we couldn’t resist sharing our favourite photos from our weekend of fast zipping and slow sipping in Elgin.   Elgin Grabouw Country Club   Highlands Road Estate   Windermere Cider   Hope @ Paul Cluver Summer […]

South Africa is consistently rated as one of the most beautiful countries in the world. We’ve trawled through hundreds of images of South Africa on Pinterest to round up our favourite snapshots of the country’s beauty, in all its forms.   TRAVEL THROUGH THE PROVINCES   Western Cape   KwaZulu-Natal     Gauteng     […]

What better way to celebrate the summer season than by building sandcastles, picnicking in the dunes, and enjoying beautiful views and rolling waves with your friends and family?! If sandy shores are what you’re dreaming of, then head to these South African Blue Flag* beaches! KWAZULU-NATAL   Alkantstrand Beach, Richards Bay Alkanststrand is the northern-most […]