Public holiday happiness

2020 is well underway and although the festive season seems like a distant memory, those of us that are lucky enough to have Saturdays off can still look forward to amazing long weekends this year! Read more…

Family-fantastic Destinations & Activities – Approved for the best time!

This month we’d like to share some ideas that we pinky-promise will help you have the best possible getaway with family or friends – from the best destinations to some activities that will leave you breathless (in a good way). Turn your life into a travel blog… Isn’t life great?! Well, maybe not all of……

Uncovering the Myth

The Hole in the Wall The well-recognized Hole in the Wall, found on the wild coast, is steeped in Xhosa folklore and despite its natural causes, the legendary story of how this phenomenon occurred is still very relevant in Xhosa culture today. The wild coast is known as Xhosa territory, therefore the Hole in the……

The Big Pineapple

Standing at 16.7 metres high and featuring 3 floors and an observation deck, The Big Pineapple is considered to be the largest artificial pineapple in the world. This iconic structure was created by members of the agricultural community in Bathurst. The story behind this massive structure is that it was constructed between 1990 and 1992……

Fishing at Hole in the Wall

Coffee Bay and Hole in the wall, offer a great spot for shore angling, which also makes it a popular spot for daring fisherman to try their luck with the famed catch of Kob by night. While the coastline at Hole in the Wall is very rocky, and most of the great fishing spots require……

Lake View Cabanas, A North Coast gem

With an abundance of hippos, crocodiles, birdlife and fishing, St Lucia is a nature lover’s paradise and Lakeview Cabanas is perfectly located to make the most of this. No matter what size apartment you opt for, you will certainly make the right choice. All the apartments are spaciously designed to ensure you experience a well……

Microlight flights near Chaka’s Rock Chalets

You can get a bird’s eye view of the magnificent KwaZulu-Natal North Coast while staying at Chaka’s Rock Chalets, at the Ballito Microlight School. You don’t need to be an accomplished microlight pilot, or even need any experience at all, to take part in these fun trips, as you will be assisted along the way……

Sea life of Sodwana Bay

One of the most exciting activities during your stay at Sodwana Bay Lodge is a deep sea fishing charter and the resort is well-known for being a fisherman’s paradise. There is a huge variety of fish to encounter while out at sea: Blue Marlin: Blue marlin are powerful, aggressive fighters that run hard and long,……

Explore the Sterkfontein Dam with First Group

The Sterkfontein Dam is a 7 000 hectare water wonder located in the eastern Free State and is situated in a 12 000 hectare nature reserve offering a compelling variety of landscapes, activities and wildlife. Not only does the Sterkfontein Dam offer some of the most picturesque views in Southern Africa, it is also home……