Situated in the Highveld, Gauteng has a lot to offer both locals and tourists. It’s a hub of activity at any given time, which lends to the metropolitan city vibe, although there are plenty of nature reserves and parks to escape to for tranquillity. Below is the first part of our series “Through the Eyes […]

The Heritage Day long weekend is soon upon us, and many of us already have visions of indulging in pure lethargy. There is no better way to escape the routine frenzy of daily life than by spending a long weekend idly lazing by a pool, in a hammock, or on a stoep with your feet […]

For more than 200 years, Germans have been celebrating Oktoberfest in Munich, the largest beer festival in the world. Don’t fret if you can’t make it to Germany this year – there are many exciting ways to celebrate Oktoberfest in South Africa. So all you beer-lovers out there, strap on your lederhosen’s, dress in your […]

There are various reasons why we enjoy traveling the world, be it fancy hotels, beautiful beaches, exciting accommodation, or nearby attractions. However, a lot of the time the enticing factor is the allure of hotel swimming pools and natural rock pools. So whether you enjoy a peaceful dip or an exhilarating swim, have a look […]

I assume that the majority of people wouldn’t consider a food factory visit as ‘fun’, unless they were sneaking in to visit their partner for lunch. However, many obviously don’t realise that South Africa offers some first-class factory tours. Each of these is a fun way to discover how produce is made from scratch, making […]

Cape Town is known for its Mediterranean climate, beautiful coastlines, and metropolitan city atmosphere, but there is far more to discover here than just the amazing landscapes, and friendly locals. Here, you can experience incredible cuisines from around the world: top notch sushi, authentic Indian restaurants, and even family-friendly pubs. The well-known eateries might be […]

“Other holidays repose upon the past; Arbour Day proposes for the future.” – Mr. J. Sterling Morton, founder of Arbour Day.   We’re well into Arbour Week, which is celebrated annually in South Africa, during the first week of September. Arbour Day was first celebrated in South Africa in 1983 (which happened to be my […]

Spring is right around the corner, and with it come all the beautiful blooms that awaken after the cold weather. In fact, spring is the perfect time to practice your flower and nature photography. If you think all that’s involved with shooting flowers is pointing the camera and snapping a pic, then you’re on the […]