Want to come to Africa? Not sure how to decide between East Africa versus Southern Africa? This issue of a safari in East Africa versus Southern Africa is a perennial question for many first time...

One cannot deny the abundance of lavish spas in Africa, but some (in our opinion) pip the rest! Most spa retreats offer a range of treatments and facilities, but the top-class spas focus on...

The Cederberg Mountains are best-known for the classic hikes of the central Cederberg. But there are loads of great walks in the northern Cederberg as well. Especially in the Pakhuis area close to...

Let’s face it. Planet Earth is not quite what it used to be a few hundred years ago. The impact of modern human civilization has caused all kinds of chaos, from poaching to climate change. As a...

Hungry? Try these restaurants! Having lived in the Mother City for a few years, I can confidently say that when it comes to satisfying my curious palette, it’s probably the best foodie...

If you had to decide to visit North or South Korea, you would probably arrive at the answer pretty swiftly. Not that its a finely balanced a choice. North or South Pole? That’s a bit harder...

Using a GPS or a print out with directions. It is now standard practice to be able to book a GPS with your rental car when on a self drive in South Africa. We have the option of Data on the Go as...

A visit to the ‘City of Gold’ and its surrounds isn’t often an absolute must when travelling to South Africa. But perhaps it should be in the mix. As there are many enjoyable and interesting...

As a mother of three, I’m all for introducing children to the wonder of African wildlife. The bush is a natural arena for learning about the cycles of the earth, the predator hierarchy and the...