Vietnam's capital is a 1000-year-old city of striking contradictions. Buddhist monks in saffron robes walk past teenagers on electric scooters scrolling on their phones. Ancient temples stand between French colonial facades and bubble tea shops. Street vendors in conical hats sell hand-woven baskets in the shadow of glass-and-steel towers. The city is both traditional and […]
Looking for the best things to do in Durban? Read on... Durban is the largest city in the province of KwaZulu-Natal and the third largest city in South Africa. It is known for its beautiful beaches, warm weather, and vibrant culture. There are many things to do in Durban with children or without them, making […]
Looking for the best things to do in the Garden Route? Read on... The Garden Route is one of South Africa’s most picturesque areas, and it makes an amazing road trip and holiday destination– for the whole family. Sandwiched between the Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma Mountains on the one side, and the Indian Ocean on the […]
A Ha Long Bay Cruise with Emeraude Cruises Ha Long Bay is one of those places that feels so magical it almost seems unreal. This breathtaking natural wonder in Northern Vietnam covers approximately 1,553 square kilometres, with thousands of limestone karsts rising dramatically from emerald-green waters to create one of the country’s most iconic landscapes. […]
Abisena Ubud Review Set amid emerald rice paddies, swaying palms and jungle-covered valleys in the village of Keliki, Abisena Ubud is the kind of place travellers come to Bali hoping to find — peaceful, soulful and deeply attuned to its surroundings. This adults-only retreat is more than just a hotel; it is a five-star wellness […]
There are so many unique things to do in Mpumalanga that make it a must-visit province in South Africa. See my recommendations below. Mpumalanga is one of my favourite provinces in South Africa. Meaning "the place where the sun rises", it is blessed with breath-taking natural beauty and abundant wildlife - which attracts tourists from […]
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 […]