A weekend in Cape Town

  Where we stayed: Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard This was our second stay at this hotel and we weren’t disappointed. We get a discounted rate as part of Discovery Vitality and is the best value for money option for us. It’s in a good location close to most attractions, the rooms are nice and…

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CAPE TOWN FOR EASTER

My high school friend is getting married in Camps Bay this weekend. So excited! We are leaving tomorrow to Cape Town for 4 days. Can’t wait to see all our favourite places, visit some wine farms and eat delicious food! Any suggestions of things to do/see/eat on our trip? Happy Easter!

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Mpumalanga: Wildlife extravaganza!

An essential part of any trip to SA is a safari! The Kruger National Park provides just that, from the safety of your vehicle you can see all sorts of wildlife…. mainly lots of buck….. but every so often as you meander through the park you will stumble upon giraffes grazing on tree tops, elephants…

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Drakensberg – the beautiful Champagne Valley

The Berg” (or as my husband and I like to call it: Drunkens-berg…) is a popular destination for a weekend getaway. It’s perfect for a romantic escape or a really fun family break. ” Accomodation is either self-catering or a dinner, bed and breakfast at the many resorts and lodges in the area. There are…

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Cape Town: Sea, mountains and wine

There is so much to do and see in Cape Town, you really will not have a dull moment. Table Mountain is the main attraction,a short cable car ride takes you to the top where magificent views of the Cape can be seen. A drive up to Signal Hill also offers great views! We went…

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South Africa – my beautiful country!

From the warm Indian ocean at the Durban coastline, to the gorgeous Drakensberg mountain range and bush safaris in Mpumalanga – South Africa has it all: stunning scenery, abundant wildlife and a very colourful people. I am a Jo’burger, trawling through traffic during the week to my office desk, dodging our notorious taxi drivers at…

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