Are you looking for the best things to do in St Lucia? Here are my recommendations. Tucked away in the northern region of KwaZulu-Natal, within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, the small town of St Lucia serves as the gateway to exploring this ecological wonderland. Around 240km from Durban, it is a charming town where hippos […]
The best time to visit South Africa Visiting South Africa is a unique experience that has made its way onto the bucket list of many travellers, due to its spectacular natural beauty and myriad other attractions and activities. However, travellers often wonder when is the best time of the year to visit this vibrant country. […]
A Tour of Soweto I’ve been playing tourist in my city. I explored Johannesburg from the top of the City Sightseeing Bus then I went on a tour of Soweto with them to visit South Africa’s largest, and most vibrant township. It is where some of South Africa’s most historic events took place and home to […]
The Courtyard Hotel Arcadia Review The upmarket suburb of Arcadia, in the heart of Pretoria, is known for its tree-lined streets, historical buildings and plethora of foreign embassies. In an area of this suburb known as Embassy Row, is a historic manor house, which now serves as the centrepiece of the Courtyard Hotel Arcadia. We […]
Heritage Day in South Africa "When our first democratically-elected government decided to make Heritage Day one of our national days, we did so because we knew that our rich and varied cultural heritage has a profound power to help build our new nation." Former President Nelson Mandela Heritage Day in South Africa is celebrated annually […]
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 […]
The second largest province in South Africa by area, and the third largest by population, the Eastern Cape is an unsung treasure with an abundance of things to do, as well as a great destination for a road trip. We especially love the nature, wildlife and beaches there. Here are some of the best things […]
Things to do in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) Gqeberha is a beautiful city in the Eastern Cape on the shores of the Indian Ocean. Part of the Nelson Mandela Bay municipality, it is also known as the windy city or the friendly city - although I prefer the latter moniker. Although it is not as popular as […]
Looking for the best things to do in South Africa with kids? Here are my recommendations. South Africa, with its rich culture and heritage, unparalleled natural beauty, and amazing adventure opportunities is not just an adult’s playground. It's also a wonderland for children of all ages. From exciting wildlife safaris to enchanting beaches and exhilarating […]