Escaping to Mopane Bush Lodge

Posted by Adri Marais in Accommodation & Specials, Destinations & Provinces, Leisure and Things to Do on August 9, 2011

It is not often that one is lucky enough escape from urban madness and experience the tranquillity and splendour of the African wilderness. Yet, at the atmospheric Mopane Bush Lodge, located on a private game reserve in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, that is exactly what tourists can look forward to. With its African [...]

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The Kinetic Full Moon Adventure: Tame Nature or Die Trying

Posted by Adri Marais in Annual Events & Festivals, Leisure and Things to Do on August 9, 2011

We are, all of us, a little crazy at times. But it seems my family has, whether it be by blood or by marriage, produced a whole different kind of nut… the kind that considers “taking on nature” to be a team sport. Imagine six different manifestations of Bear Grylls, two of them with breasts, [...]

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Seven South African Wonders

Posted by Hesmarie Nel in Accommodation & Specials, Destinations & Provinces, Leisure and Things to Do on August 5, 2011

When one hears “seven” and “wonders” in the same sentence, one might think of the Seven Wonders of the World. But here in the Southern part of Africa, we are very fortunate to have such unique and diverse wonders right on our doorstep. Often, we as South Africans, tend to overlook all that this land [...]

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Riebeek Kasteel to Clanwilliam, South Africa my Passion

Posted by Pricillia Meintjies in Accommodation & Specials, Destinations & Provinces, Leisure and Things to Do on July 15, 2011

It is early morning, and quite dark still as Cape Town people head for their various destinations all wrapped in coats and scarves against the cold, heaters on in the cars, and it seemed none too happy to have to bear the cold.  I too am on my way to my first destination, Riebeek Kasteel, [...]

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Local is Lekker

Posted by Adri Marais in Accommodation & Specials, Leisure and Things to Do on June 30, 2011

Being of an age where most of our friends are tying the knot, we have been seeing quite a few romantic snapshots of honeymoons in Thailand, Mauritius and the Maldives. Unfortunately, two equally non-trigger-happy personalities and constantly either dead or dying batteries meant that my husband and I didn’t have much to show our fellow [...]

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Clarens, the jewel of the Free State

Posted by Hesmarie Nel in Accommodation & Specials, Destinations & Provinces, Leisure and Things to Do on June 30, 2011

I’ve got news for those of you who might have thought that the Free State is just a blob on the map, the necessary “middle” of our country. This province boasts with a few well known jewels. One of these being a town called Clarens. Clarens is known for its spectacular sandstone mountains and wonderful [...]

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Re-visiting Robben Island

Posted by Adri Marais in Latest News, Leisure and Things to Do on June 30, 2011

Thanks to a recent visit by the first lady of America, South Africans have once again been made aware of our country’s many attractions. As is so often the case with what is local and readily available, it took Mrs. Obama’s disappointment at not being able to visit Robben Island, to remind many of us [...]

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Durban Tourism Indaba 2011 showcased Esther Mahlangu

Posted by Pricillia Meintjies in Accommodation & Specials, Latest News on June 10, 2011

It was with great anticipation that our team set off for the Durban Tourism Indaba, not quite knowing what to expect as it was the first year that Discover South Africa participated. The stand was completed and we were ready for all the visitors, or so we thought.  The four days passed as if in [...]

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Lightleys Holiday Houseboats, Knysna

Posted by Adri Marais in Accommodation & Specials, Destinations & Provinces on June 10, 2011

On a disappointingly overcast December afternoon in Knysna, two tired newlyweds found themselves watching a skipper video in a tiny reception room. I was the less impressed of the two. You see, as part of a combined effort to plan a honeymoon that both my sporty husband and his materialistic wife could enjoy, we had [...]

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Staying in Stillbay

Posted by Adri Marais in Destinations & Provinces, Leisure and Things to Do on June 10, 2011

As a final attempt at retirement, my parents are moving to the very aptly named Stillbay. I say it is aptly named because nothing much seems to happen in this quiet little coastal town. Except, that is, in December, when it is invaded by enough bikini-clad holiday goers to cause actual, real-life traffic jams – [...]

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