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West Coast Private Game Reserve – Safari Near Cape Town

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9th January 2018 / Day Trips

Discover Dwars River Valley – Hidden Gem of the Cape Winelands

dwars river valley

The Dwars River Valley – or Dwarsrivier valley as it’s also known – owes its name to the Dwars River that runs through it. The valley is made up of […] Read More

19th December 2017 / Adventure Experiences, Getaways

A Nature Lover’s Visit To Swellendam

When one thinks of the historical town of Swellendam, one usually imagines well, historical buildings. Grand old churches, quaint 100 year old houses – some of which have been turned […] Read More

15th December 2017 / Day Trips

All Aboard The Double Deck Franschhoek Wine Tram

franschhoek wine tram

It’s no secret that I absolutely adore the Cape Winelands. Therefore, I’ve recently started exploring more of the charming town of Franschoek. Last week, 7th December on a sweltering hot […] Read More

27th November 2017 / Day Trips, Food Lover

How To Spend 24 Hours in Franschhoek Without Drinking Wine

Franschhoek without drinking wine

When one thinks of things to do in Franschhoek; wine tasting instantly springs to mind. But there’s so much more to the Cape Winelands than wine pairings and cellar tours […] Read More

7th November 2017 / Local Travel is Lekker

Local Travel is Lekker – Farirai from Go Phari

If you’re a South African, I’m sure you’re familiar with the Local is Lekker phrase. It celebrates and promotes everything proudly South African. This phrase was the inspiration for a […] Read More

26th October 2017 / Day Trips

For The Love of African Travel

african travel

“I am an African. I owe my being to the hills and the valleys, the mountains and the glades, the rivers, the deserts, the trees, the flowers, the seas and the […] Read More

25th October 2017 / Local Travel is Lekker

Local Travel is Lekker – Heather from 2 Summers

local travel is lekker

If you’re a South African, I’m sure you’re familiar with the Local is Lekker phrase. It celebrates and promotes everything proudly South African. This phrase was the inspiration for a […] Read More

24th October 2017 / Food Lover

My Favourite Durbanville Wine Valley Restaurants

Tables At Nitida

The Durbanville Wine Valley is truly one of Cape Town’s best kept secrets. A mere 20-minute drive from Cape Town, the Durbanville wine route is the perfect alternative to the […] Read More

12th October 2017 / Local Travel is Lekker

Local Travel is Lekker – Roxanne Reid

local travel is lekker

If you’re a South African, I’m sure you’re familiar with the Local is Lekker phrase. It celebrates and promotes everything proudly South African. This phrase was the inspiration for a […] Read More

10th October 2017 / Road Trip Travels

5 Stops To Make On The West Coast Road

With summer fast approaching, everyone is planning a trip up the Cape West Coast for some fun in the sun. A West Coast road trip is undoubtedly one of the […] Read More

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