Category: Africa
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A Honeymoon in Seychelles
The Seychelles breathtaking exotic white sand beaches are known world wide for its serene beauty and magnificent coral reefs. Seychelles is a perfect destination for both the wedding and the honeymoon. The Seychelles islands offer the perfect serene and untouched beauty ideal for honeymoon after your wedding is over. The Blue lagoons of the islands…
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A Safari to Zambia: the Land of the Legendary African Walking Safari
Sometimes you have to scratch an itch, even if you know that the relief will only be temporary. Both my wife, Cheryl, and I have a desire to explore the world but, being in our thirties (I have just reached thirty-ten!) and with steady jobs and a mortgage, our strategy is to save up money…
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Seychelles La Digue – Snow White Beach
Initially, La Digue’s economy was dominated by vanilla and copra production. Several exhibits in the island’s museum attest to this. However, as word spread on La Digue’s enchanting beauty, the inevitable happened and tourism is by far the largest contributor to the island’s economy today. While La Digue is home to the Veuve Nature Reserve…
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Hlangana Lodge
Hlangana Lodge is one of the finest small luxury establishments in South Africa, and the best choice for your stay in the picturesque town of Oudtshoorn. Located on the golden mile, en route to the Cango Caves and walking distance to the best restaurants in town, Hlangana Lodge is a four-star boutique hotel set on…
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Black Oystercatcher Wine Farm
There are a host of reasons to stop off at the Black Oystercatcher Wine Farm en route to and from Cape Town. It’s the home of Cape Agulhas cool-climate wines – made from grapes crafted by the region’s unique terroir. It’s a farm steeped in history, with centuries’ old buildings converted into the restaurant and…
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Tintswalo Safari Lodge
Settled on the unfenced western boundary of South Africa’s renowned Kruger National Park, the little-known Manyeleti Private Game Reserve is a virtually untouched, pristine African wilderness. The 56,000 acre Manyeleti, which means “Place of the Stars”, is home to one of only two commercial lodges, with Tintswalo Safari Lodge being the only five-star boutique lodge…
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Get Ready to Pitch Your Tent
South Africa is blessed with hundreds of top-notch campsites in some of the most spectacular settings you can imagine. From the lush forests of Tsitsikamma, to the majestically desolate Kalahari Desert, the soaring peaks of the Drakensberg and the wilds of Kruger, campers enjoy an unmatched connection with their surrounds. As temperatures begin to warm…
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Twigs with Beans
At Twigs with Beans, sensational flavours along with some fabulous aroma set the tasting pace in this quaint restaurant situated in the tranquil yet buzzing surroundings of Harfield Village, Claremont, Cape Town. Bespoke Chef, Edward Serfontein, has returned to the breakfast trade and has recently teamed up with restaurateurs Percy and Nyaki Tshabangu. Previously at…
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Sutherland Hotel – Hospitality at its Best
If you want to explore the coldest town and its beautiful stars, then you should definitely book a night or two at the Sutherland Hotel. The clean crisp air of the high Karoo makes for an exceptional experience, especially when you are out at night waiting for the milky way to unfold itself. When you…
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Tanzania is Ready for a Brand New Year
Out with Safari and Poverty, In with Festivals in Tanzania 2017! With more than a quarter of its landmass set aside for conservation purposes, it is no wonder that when someone mentions “Tanzania,” visions of extraordinary wildlife, safaris and even impoverished communities come to mind. But a new perspective on Tanzania will take shape in…