At one with nature at Embizeni, KarooAt one with nature at Embizeni, Karoo
Friends always ask me for special places to visit within our South African National Parks. When I worked for the SANParks Times back in the day, I had the opportunity
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Namaqua weekly flower updates 2023Namaqua weekly flower updates 2023
It is that time of the year again when Namaqualand changes into a vibrant outfit, changing from an arid landscape to carpets of flowers across the landscape. Read this old
Spending a day at Rietvlei Nature Reserve in PretoriaSpending a day at Rietvlei Nature Reserve in Pretoria
Where do you go when nature calls, but you are in Johannesburg and most of the game reserves are quite a distance away, and your budget does not agree with
A night in a silo at Simonsberg SilosA night in a silo at Simonsberg Silos
Unusual accommodation from where to explore the Cape Wine route area near Stellenbosch in South Africa – yes, please! This was a requirement when booking accommodation for our honeymoon road
Ten compelling reasons to visit the Kruger National ParkTen compelling reasons to visit the Kruger National Park
Spanning a vast expanse of untamed beauty, this iconic Kruger National Park is a sanctuary for wildlife and a pleasure for nature enthusiasts who visit. With its abundant wildlife, breathtaking
Karoo attractions around Beaufort WestKaroo attractions around Beaufort West
The arid Karoo is a place of open plains, mountains and pastel sunsets. Hard people with soft hearts live in the area. The occasional sheep, lone farmhouse and dust decorate
Five reasons to visit KimberleyFive reasons to visit Kimberley
When you think about Kimberley, the first thing that comes to mind could be the big hole and diamonds. While the Northern Cape’s capital city is not necessarily a destination
Day visitor’s guide to the South African National ParksDay visitor’s guide to the South African National Parks
Sometimes we don’t plan as well as we would like. So you want to visit your favourite South African National park this holiday season, but there is no booking, and
Namaqua weekly flower updates 2022Namaqua weekly flower updates 2022
The Namaqua flower season is once again in full swing, changing the surroundings into carpets of colour! We did not write a full report this season, but you can have
Sleeping on the edge of a spectacular gorgeSleeping on the edge of a spectacular gorge
Friends recently asked me about the most special spots to stay within our South African National Parks. When I worked for the SANParks Times back in the day, I had