Win a Luxury Safari Getaway at Katekile Escapes! Ready to swap the city for the call of the wild? Just under an hour from OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, your dream getaway awaits in the heart of the Dinokeng Big 5 Private Game Reserve. One lucky winner will enjoy a 2-night stay for 6 guests […]
Tau Game Lodge Review We had barely begun our afternoon game drive with Tau Game Lodge when we stumbled upon a pride of lions feasting on a waterbuck just outside the lodge. The group consisted of two impressive males, two lionesses, and four playful cubs. After gorging themselves, the adults retreated to the shade for […]
The Bothongo Rhino and Lion Reserve and WonderCave Review Not many game reserves can boast a 2.2-billion-year-old cave beneath their soil. The Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a treasure trove of natural wonders, ancient history, and incredible biodiversity. One of the region’s most popular attractions is the Bothongo Rhino […]
When people think of African wildlife, they usually picture the Big Five. But did you know that South Africa is also home to a thriving population of African penguins? Also known as jackass penguins due to their braying call, these adorable, tuxedoed seabirds can be found along the country’s southern coastline, and there are several […]
Kogelberg Nature Reserve Review Tucked away along the Cape Whale Coast of South Africa, within the rugged Hottentots Holland mountain range, lies a hidden treasure—the Kogelberg Nature Reserve. Known as the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom, this reserve is one of the richest biodiversity hotspots on the planet. It is home to over 1,880 […]
Looking for the best family-friendly places to visit along the Cape South Coast? See my recommendations below. The Cape South Coast is one of South Africa’s most scenic and diverse regions, with rugged coastlines, charming seaside towns, and abundant marine life. Located at the southernmost tip of the country between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, […]
Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa Review Over a decade ago, long before I started writing about my travels, I visited Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa with my family. We were so impressed by the resort that it carved a place in our minds as one of the best places we’ve stayed at in South Africa. […]
Enjoy A Digital Nomad Lifestyle In Cape Town Demand for those seeking the lifestyle of the digital nomad is on the rise. If you’re not familiar with the term, being a digital nomad means working remotely while living in another country for an extended period of time. Living this way allows you to see the […]
A Marine Big 5 Tour with Marine Dynamics “There is pleasure in the pathless woods, there is rapture in the lonely shore, there is society where none intrudes, by the deep sea, and music in its roar; I love not Man the less, but Nature more.” —Lord Byron (Spotted in the restroom at Marine Dynamics’ […]