Category: Africa

10 Amazing Weekend Getaways from Durban

  Are you looking for the best weekend getaways from Durban ? See my recommendations here. Durban is a wonderful coastal city in South Africa with so much to see and do – whether you live there or are on holiday. What you may not know though, is that Durban is surrounded by some amazing […]

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Meet Amelia from Voxate Writing and Editing

Meet Amelia from Voxate Writing and Editing I created the “Travellers’ Tales” section to give other travellers an opportunity to talk about their travels. Today I would like to introduce you to Amelia , a writer and blogger based in the Garden Route of South Africa. She blogs at “Suddenly A Mom”. I would love to hear about […]

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Photos of Clarens ... and a flashback to my first visit

Photos of Clarens ... and a flashback to my first visit As I amble through the quaint streets of Clarens , admiring the charming little boutique shops under the gaze of the golden Maluti Mountains, my memories take me back to my first visit there. It was about ten years ago, long before I began […]

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Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens - Luxury in the heart of Clarens

Review: Protea Hotel By Marriott Clarens Clarens…aptly named the Jewel of the Free State. It had been ten years since I was last there and I was looking forward to visiting again, en route to Johannesburg from Lesotho. The picturesque town is known for its beautiful surroundings, its artistic attractions, and plethora of adventure activities, […]

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Have an Unforgettable Adventure in Tanzania

Have an Unforgettable Adventure in Tanzania Tanzania is known for its landscapes, its wildlife, and its protected parks. It is a country that one must visit at least once in their lifetime because it is truly a life changing and unforgettable experience. From being home to some of the greatest wildlife that has fascinated and […]

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Exploring Lesotho with Avani Lesotho Hotel

Avani Lesotho Hotel Review Considering that Lesotho is just over four hours away from Johannesburg, it was rather lamentable that we hadn't visited our neighbour yet. In an effort to rectify this, we found ourselves arriving at the Avani Lesotho Hotel one evening. Lesotho is unique in that it is an independent sovereign country, completely […]

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Misconceptions and Myths about Africa Debunked

Misconceptions and Myths about Africa Debunked Africa should be on everyone's top five travel destinations bucket list, or at least their top ten - whether they have caught the travel bug or not. However, foreigners still have their reservations because they have heard some crazy stories about Africa. It is now time to separate the […]

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Idwala Boutique Hotel – a bush experience in the city

Idwala Boutique Hotel Jo’burg never ceases to amaze me. Just when you start feeling claustrophobic from the buildings, the traffic and the crowds, you discover that there are places in the city that will make you feel like you are in the bushveld, far away. Places like Idwala Boutique Hotel … The 5-star rated Idwala […]

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Win a trip to Mauritius valued at R75000

Win a trip to Mauritius This competition is now closed. Is Mauritius on your bucket list? Would you like to win a trip to Mauritius valued at R75000? The prize includes seven nights' all inclusive accommodation at the 5-star Shandrani Beachcomber Resort & Spa in Mauritius for two people, with return economy flights on Air […]

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