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Is Black Friday Cancelled This Year?
Is Black Friday Cancelled This Year? It’s that time of year again, Christmas decorations are starting to make a tentative appearance in the shops (seriously?) along with those ever-appealing golden bears nobody can resist. Usually, around this time thoughts are...
The Weather in Durban: Best Time to Visit & See the Sights
Durban is known to be spicy, hot, and diverse. It’s a warm city at any time of the year, which makes it a popular vacation destination. Couples, families, and single travellers all come here to enjoy the many sights and experiences that Durban has to offer. There’s...
Johannesburg Airport: Things to Do Near OR Tambo
Johannesburg, affectionately known as Jozi, eGoli, Joburg and the ‘City of Gold’, is South Africa’s largest metropolis, and is built on the rich heritage of gold mining. Formerly the Johannesburg International Airport (JNB), OR Tambo is seated in the heart of Kempton...
12 Fun Things to do in Cape Town
Cape Town is a city that offers a little bit of everything, for all kinds of friendly and adventurous travellers! It’s not only one of the most beautiful places to visit in Africa, but it’s also a place that’s thriving in diversity, African culture and contemporary...
Should You Get Travel Insurance In South Africa?
South Africa, lovingly called the Rainbow Nation, is a small and vibrant country, with extremely diverse cultures. It is graced with one of the best wildlife ecosystems in the world. Its Kruger National Park houses some of the most endangered species, such as black...
Coffee Bay: The Best Spot for Backpacking in South Africa
Contrary to popular belief, Coffee Bay (or Koffie Bay) has little to do with coffee. In place of coffee plants is a hilly, rural seaside community. Traditional huts and free-roaming cattle dot the spectacular landscape. And the famous Hole-in-the-Wall rock arch acts...
Chart Farm & More Things to Do with Kids in Cape Town
Kids are always excited at the prospect of spending a fun day out. While they love spending time with their friends, they look forward to days when their parents take breaks from their busy schedules. It can be daunting at times trying to come up with activities that...
Bloggers Collaboration: Unity During Covid-19
The Coronavirus has rocked the world and has thrown 2020 for a loop. The unexpected pandemic has left an air of anxiety, stress, and fear that can creep up on your day, leaving you feeling overwhelmed. But there’s hope. These difficult and strange times have also...
Travelling While The World Is Going Crazy: A Guide To Avoiding Covid-19 Coronavirus
Covid-19, otherwise known as Coronavirus, has sent the world into a frenzy, with the virus spreading at a notable pace and now making its presence known and felt in South Africa. One could almost be forgiven for thinking that you are living in a rerun of the hugely...
OR Tambo International Airport Flights to East London: Mango Airlines New Route
Looking to book flights from Johannesburg to East London? Mango Airlines has sent out an alert to let travellers know that they are offering a new route from Joburg to East London, departing from OR Tambo International Airport. The decision was inspired by the...
The Best Pet-Friendly Accommodation in South Africa
Worried about leaving your pet in the hands of a stranger? Scared you’ll be missing your pets too much? Or do you just think it would be awesome to bring your pet along on an adventure around South Africa? Travelling with your pet can be a lot of good fun. And in...
Online Passport Application for South Africa – All You Need to Know
Is it time for your South African passport renewal? Or perhaps you’re applying for your very first one? The last thing that you want to do is stumble across a cheap flight to London and realize that your passport has expired. With South Africa’s eHomeAffairs portal,...
Things To Do In Stellenbosch (Apart From Wine Tastings)
Stellenbosch is a relatively small university town located deep in the Western Cape Winelands about 53km or a 45min drive from the city of Cape Town. The surrounding area, known locally as Stellies, is gorgeous. Tourism is booming with many foreigners and South...
Galileo Open Air Cinema: A Summer Treat in Capetown
Galileo Open Air Cinema: A Summer Treat in Cape Town Cape Town, South Africa provides endless ways for people to enjoy themselves and fall in love with life. Beyond the natural beauty, shopping paradises, pristine beachscapes and retro cafes - you’ll also find the...
6 Unique Valentines Day Ideas (Find Romance in Joburg) 2020
Valentine’s Day: the day that couples around the world set aside to celebrate the love they share. It’s an opportunity to show your special someone that you honour your relationship and appreciate them. So, you want to make it as romantic as possible. How about...
Public Holidays South Africa 2020: How to Get Extra Days Off (With Infographic)
It’s hard to imagine having to get back into the swing of the working world so soon after Christmas. And because of this, Summer holidays are the perfect reset before the New Year. And, along with the New Year, comes the New Year’s resolutions. So, what do we need to...
Top 10 Things To Do In Bloemfontein
As the capital city of the Free State province, Bloemfontein is full of history and a uniquely South African culture. If you’re planning a trip to the “city of roses”, we’ve put together a list of 10 Bloemfontein attractions and things to do. So, once you’ve found the...
The Eco-Conscious Traveller: How To Practice Responsible Tourism
Living more sustainably and embracing a ‘greener’ lifestyle is a must for everybody these days. If you have managed to tweak your daily routine at home in an effort to reduce your carbon footprint, you may be wondering how to go about it on your travels, too. Here are...