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South Africa’s Farmers Markets – Arts, Crafts, Food and Entertainment, the Best Markets of 2019
The best ways to discover the essence of a destination is to sample its food and meet its people. And you can dive even deeper into a place by peeking at the arts and crafts that the locals produce. South Africa’s Farmers Markets give travellers (whether you’r...
Memorable Staycation Ideas in South Africa city-by-city
Memorable Staycation Ideas in South Africa city-by-city - Have a Holiday Without Straying too Far from Home. /steɪˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/ - the cheeky blend of ‘vacation’ and ‘stay at home’ describes the idea that rather than going overseas one takes a holiday in one’s ho...
The Most Famous Landmarks in South Africa
A Tour of the Most Famous Landmarks in South Africa ~ South Africa’s most famous landmarks are as many and as varied as the country’s landscapes, people and culture. Landmark - an object or feature of a landscape or town that is easily seen and recognised fro...
5 Unusual South African Buildings You MUST Visit
South Africa is known for many things. Architecture isn’t usually one of them. But these 5 South African buildings are worth adding to your list of must-sees, when in the country ... The Zeitz-Mocaa gallery, Cape Town Cape Town's huge contemporary ...
20 Most Incredible Historical Sites in South Africa
Historical Sites in South Africa ~ South Africa's history is young. It doesn't have buildings that date back to the fifteenth century, because back then its beaches were still combed by Strandlopers (the hunter-gatherer San, known as beach combers for their sh...
Kievits Kroon – The Corporate Venue of Choice
For all the peaceful luxury of a country estate and the convenient facilities of a conference centre, Kievits Kroon is the ideal choice. Businessmen and -women from all over the country enjoy the hospitality of this five-star estate and its world-class ameniti...
Family Time in Pretoria
One of South Africa’s three capital cities, Pretoria is steeped in history and heritage. It is only about 55 kilometres from the energetic core of Johannesburg, making it a central destination that combines convenience with a deep sense of heritage and culture...
Hiking In and Around Pretoria
Hiking through a destination is, undoubtedly, one of the best ways to experience it in a personal, intimate way. Hiking allows you to slow your pace, feel the vegetation, hear the calls of wild birds and smell the sweet air of nature. Hiking may range from eas...
A Real South African Shopping Spree
South Africa has so much on offer, that it’s sometimes difficult to limit yourself to just a week or two of exploring it. Although often viewed as the safari Mecca or game paradise of the world, this country also has plenty to offer in terms of world-class sho...
Top 5 South African Cities
South Africa as a tourist destination certainly is all about giving visitors the max. There is an endless variety of attractions, activities and sights that all testify to the natural beauty and cultural heritage of a country that has weathered many a storm, b...
I Love Waterkloof Ridge Because …
Hi, I’m Anna-Marie Trollip from Kelkiewyn B&B and Selfcatering in Waterkloof Ridge. Waterkloof Ridge, a suburb of Pretoria. Although there are a few small suburb malls, Waterkloof Ridge is best known for its up-market homes and luscious gardens Pretoria...
I Love Brooklyn Because …
Hi, I’m Marlene from Brooklyn in Pretoria, Gauteng. BROOKLYN IS BEST KNOWN FOR the luscious green Jacaranda trees, especially when in bloom in October. GET YOUR PICTURE TAKEN AT the University of Pretoria because the buildings are old and full of charact...
I Love Menlo Park Because …
Hi, I’m Anna Marie Pienaar from Menlo Park, Pretoria Accommodation. MENLO PARK IS BEST KNOWN FOR being very centrally located to Shopping Centres and the University of Pretoria and the Pretoria Country Golf Club. GET YOUR PICTURE TAKEN AT the Pretori...
I Love Colbyn Because …
Hi, I’m Lola Patrick from Colbyn in Pretoria. COLBYN IS BEST KNOWN FOR being the quietest, safest, most well-treed old Eastern suburb of Pretoria, minutes from the main routes. GET YOUR PICTURE TAKEN AT the Union Buildings around the corner from us, ...
2010 Host City, Pretoria
Known as the Jacaranda City for all the purple blossom-bedecked trees, which line its thoroughfares, 2010 Host City Pretoria is a lovely, quiet city. It has a long, involved and fascinating history. Here you will find significant old buildings and fascinating ...