Original posted in FB in 2020. You do not need to travel the world to find inspiration. With the wind back in its glory and me feeling up for a bit of a change and solid walls around me,…
SOUTH AFRICA
The Southern Peninsula is filled to the brim with opportunities to explore, surf, hike, cycle and climb in some of the most scenic areas in Cape Town. No wonder it is the chosen home for so many outdoor enthusiasts,…
The thing I like most about the Stellenbosch Winelands is the association with festive food, colourful celebrations and generally good fun for the whole family, regardless of the season. As you enter the beautiful and leafy valley, you will…
11 Spots in Kalk Bay and Muizenberg for coffee and cake
We live on a beautiful coastal strip and although it is only short drive from Cape Town CBD, you will feel like you are on holiday as you browse quirky shops and enjoy the views of the harbour and…
You wouldn’t expect it; the largest Buddhist temple and seminary in Africa, on the side of the road just by Bronkhorstspruit, South Africa. It covers 600 acres and is the African headquarters of the Fo Guang Shan Order. It…
Beach camping Paternoster (incl a free list for kitchen camping packing)
One of our favourite mini breaks from Cape Town is along the West coast. The ocean is wild and the landscapes vast. Our choice of accommodation? Camping in the Cape Columbine Nature Reserve. If you do not want to…
I love the outdoors and can simultaneously manage a pair of heels and some makeup without too much complaining. I am not a city girl per se, but love spending time in art galleries, quirky shops, browsing decor, taking photos…
I hit the open road – heading for a much-acclaimed roadhouse on the R62, South Africa. I wanted to clear my head, and take a break from meetings and deadlines, if only for a day. I had one nights’…