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If you decide to travel along the Garden Route on your South Africa vacation, you will probably stop over in one of three or four places. One of my choices would be Knysna. It is located in an attractive lagoon,…
If I were asked to say which two South Africa destinations are the most popular with travellers to that country, I would have to say Cape Town and Kruger National Park. So why mention this in an article about Durban?…
If visiting Cape Town on your South Africa vacation, I am guessing there are three things you will want to see on your bucket list – Table Mountain, Robben Island (of Nelson Mandela fame), and the Cape of Good Hope,…
Although I am sure you will probably find many gardens in South Africa, the word “Garden” here indicates a beautiful stretch of coastal scenery. Shall we say it’s South Africa’s “Garden of Eden?” The official description given by the local…
A highlight of any South Africa vacation is sampling some delicious, traditional African food. South Africa was arguably home to the first fusion cuisine, blending colonial French, Dutch, English, and Malaysian influences. Here, you’ll find vibrant cuisine that’s sure to…
At the base of majestic Table Mountain, Cape Town’s natural beauty has earned it comparisons to the likes of San Francisco and Sydney, Australia. However, Cape Town enjoys a unique history, near perfect climate, and much lower prices, making it –…
When we talk about bargain destinations, plenty of familiar names come up, including India, Thailand, Morocco, Vietnam, and Mexico. But some of the world’s most infamously “pricey” destinations offer fantastic values. With the US dollar riding high, it’s time to…
The remarkable Kruger National Park in South Africa is located in the country’s north east region. It is not only the largest game reserve in the South Africa, but one of the largest in the world. How large? It is…
South Africa is known for its abundance of exotic wildlife, stunning scenery, and delicious wines, but there is more to the country than you might think. Here are 5 facts about beautiful South Africa that may surprise you: Archeological Haven…
Of paramount importance to Southern Africa, a perfect example of ecotourism is the region’s protection of its physical assets, including natural geographical beauty, an abundance of wildlife, as well as much exotic vegetation. SOUTH AFRICA More than half the population…
Southern Africa is one of the most magical places on earth and a journey through this fabled land is sure to touch your soul. At the tip of the world’s most enigmatic continent, South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe are bursting…
(Originally published in our Globetrotting Magazine – Spring/Summer 2013) Hamilton Wende, freelance writer and television producer, recounts his experiences on Africa’s Shongololo Express train journey. A loud, drawn-out hoot from the locomotive echoed through the African dusk. The train came…
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