Having been a long-time fan of the book series “A Song of Ice and Fire” by George R.R. Martin (and  impatiently awaiting his 6th book, Winds of Winter), I was understandably enthralled by the Game of Thrones television series, which brought these beautifully written, complex characters to life on screen. The television series also brought […]

As a travel writer, I’m constantly on the lookout for exciting things to do and see in South Africa, and my travel bucket list grows almost daily. Here are 14 things that I’ve either done (and highly recommend) or would still love to do: Walk with a Cheetah I’m a bit of a wildlife and […]

Happy 2014, TravelGrounders! Welcome to a year full of new experiences, fresh opportunities, and prosperity in every aspect of your lives. The New Year is a time for setting new goals, so why not apply that to the traveller in you too? Here are some travel resolutions for the year ahead: Travel more Travel as […]

With the New Year fast approaching, now is an ideal time to start reviewing your goals for 2014. If one of them is fitness, then keep reading to get some motivation! As is the case with most things in life: you have to work hard to achieve anything, which is more often than not, easier […]

No matter your mood or culinary craving, you will find a fabulous restaurant in Durban. Garden Café: Market Located in a quiet courtyard behind a classic 1930’s colonial building, Market is one of Durban’s best kept secrets. With locally and organically sourced ingredients, their quality cuisine will please even the most devout gourmet greenies. The menu has […]

Summer time: when our hair lightens, our skin darkens, the water gets warmer, our drinks get colder, music gets louder, days get longer, and life gets better. A time when we need to cut ties and sail away from the safe harbour, try new things, and be a little more spontaneous! 1. Jump in a […]

Those planning a Buddhist temple visit in the New Year likely envision a decadent and historical place of worship, filled with kindly bald men standing about in orange, yellow, or red robes, quietly talking amongst themselves, or prostrating themselves on the ground. What you don’t want to discover during your temple visit is one of […]

If you enjoy good quality food in a laid-back, everyone’s-welcome kind of atmosphere, check out these top foodie markets in Johannesburg.   Fourways Farmers Market Come rain or shine, the Fourways Farmers Market takes place every Sunday from 9am – 3pm at the Earth Outdoor Living Nursery. Come hungry and thirsty, because with over 50 stalls, the […]