Rediscovering Africa through heritage, people and hidden landscapes When people think of Africa, they often imagine wide savannas, lions, and long safari drives. That image is powerful, but it is also incomplete. Africa is a continent of stories, languages, art, rituals, music, and landscapes that change from one region to the next. To travel here […]
The best things to do in Limpopo province Limpopo is South Africa’s fifth-largest and northernmost province, bordering Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. A place of beautiful and contrasting landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and an abundance of wildlife, it has become a favourite destination for many leisure and adventure travellers. The province is named after the Limpopo […]
Looking for things to do in iSimangaliso Wetland Park ? See my recommendations below. “Isimangaliso must be the only place on the globe where the world’s oldest land mammal (rhinoceros) and the world’s biggest terrestrial mammal (elephant) share an ecosystem with the world's oldest fish (coelacanth) and the world's biggest marine mammal (whale).” Nelson Mandela Miracle […]
Looking for the best family-friendly things to do in Stellenbosch? Read on... The second oldest town in South Africa, Stellenbosch is a picturesque town in the Western Cape, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and historic charm. Approximately 45 minutes from Cape Town, it is surrounded by rolling vineyards and majestic mountains in the heart […]
Looking for the best things to do in Hué? Read on... Tucked between the mountains and the sea in central Vietnam, Hué is a city unlike any other in Southeast Asia. Pronounced “hway” this quietly magnificent city served as the imperial capital for over a century and a half, and remains a living monument to […]
Looking for the best things to do in the Drakensberg ? See my recommendations below. The uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park is a treasure trove of natural beauty, adventure, and culture. Stretching over 1,000 kilometres from the Eastern Cape to Mpumalanga, this UNESCO World Heritage site has some of the most dramatic landscapes in Africa, from towering peaks […]
Looking for the best things to do in Hartbeespoort? You've come to the right place. In this age of social media, the Instagrammability of a place is a key factor in deciding on a getaway destination for many people. The Hartbeespoort area boasts Instagram opportunities galore, and it’s proximity to Johannesburg and Pretoria make it […]
The best things to do in North West Province South Africa's North West Province is a land of beautiful landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and exciting adventure opportunities. Located west of Gauteng, it is bordered by Botswana to the north, the Northern Cape to the west, Limpopo to the north-east, and Free State to the south. […]
Looking for the best things to do in Pretoria? Read on... Also known by its official name Tshwane, Pretoria is South Africa’s administrative capital and is approximately 45 minutes from Johannesburg. Recently listed as one of the top 100 most loved destinations in the world by the Tourism Sentiment Index, it is a city of […]