Looking for the best things to do in Sheki? See my recommendations below. When researching places to visit in Azerbaijan, Sheki came up frequently. So we added two nights there to our itinerary, especially since it was en route to the Georgia land border which we were planning to cross. Situated in the foothills of […]
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 […]
How Travelling Improves Your Mental Health: Why Exploring the World is Good for Your Mind In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life. Between work pressures, family responsibilities, and societal expectations, many of us experience stress and anxiety that can have a negative impact on […]
Are you planning a visit to Azerbaijan and looking for the best things to do in Baku ? See my recommendations below. Azerbaijan was not at the top of our bucket list. However, due to last-minute planning on our side and complicated visas for other destinations, it ended up being a relatively easy, spontaneous trip, […]
Le Meridien Ile Maurice Review When we discovered that our African cruise would be leaving from Mauritius, we looked forward to visiting the island again. We planned to spend 2 nights at Le Meridien Ile Maurice before we embarked on the cruise. Then a cyclone hit Mauritius, and we made a reluctant decision to postpone […]
Wondering what are the visa–free countries for South Africans are in 2025 ? See my guide below. One of the worst aspects of travelling is having to apply for visas. A South African passport, while providing access to many countries, comes with several disadvantages too. One of the primary issues is the limited visa-free or […]
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 […]
Can you name all the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South Africa without using Google or ChatGPT? Most South Africans probably can't. Until recently, I couldn’t either. A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a place that has been recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as having outstanding universal value to […]
What to expect when you go on a safari Going on safari is an incredible experience, one that I personally cannot get enough of. The more I go, the more I want to go. It is also unlike any other holiday you may have been on and it is therefore helpful to know what to […]