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The South African Traveller Bucket-List
Visitors to our country do their research and get to see and experience the best it has to offer. Living here, we become complacent knowing we can visit attractions any time we want – but never do. Now is the time to change that, and here are some suggestions to get...
Visit an old favourite – KZN south coast
The beaches at Rocky Bay are a hive of activity in the morning as boats launch into the surf, carrying divers and deep-sea anglers. It is time to start planning your end-of-year getaway, and there is nothing quite like time spent on KwaZulu Natal’s south coast in...
The father and son who shaped the Cape
Vehicles are dwarfed by the Cape Fold Mountains of the Swartberg Pass as they travel on the dry packed road built by Thomas Bain and officially opened in January 1888. If you drive anywhere in the Cape, west or east, chances are you will be on a road or travelling...
Budapest – Feel the Rush of F1, Stay for the Soul of the City
The Hungarian Grand Prix is hosted at the Hungaroring, which was built in just 8 months, hosting its first Formula 1 race in 1986. It was also the first F1 circuit behind the Iron Curtain, marking a major moment in motorsport history. The narrow, tight, and twisty...
This Winter, Head for the Sun
If you need a break from the frosty mornings as winter takes a grip here at home, a holiday in sun-soaked Turkey may be just what you need. Turkey offers a unique blend of European sophistication and Asian mystery with its vibrant tapestry of culture, history, and...
Simple Pleasures of Adventure
With the long Easter break behind us, it is time to set our leisure sights on the two public holidays at the end of the month, offering an ideal time to do some local exploring and day-tripping. Wherever you may be, every corner of South Africa offers adventure, new...
The Silent Guardians of the Karoo
Perched on top of a hill outside the Free State town of Springfontein you can explore this combination stone and iron blockhouse which has been restored and is maintained by farmers in the area. The next time you are travelling along the N2 as it cuts through the...
Planning an Easter getaway has never been easier
South Africa is a world in one country, and as the Easter weekend looms, those wanting to get away for a family break, or a romantic couple of days, South African travellers are spoilt for choice. There is something for everyone, from a wildlife adventure in one of...
Azerbaijan Grand Prix Trivia
As the drivers return to Azerbaijan, last year’s winner, Oscar Piastri, will be looking to repeat his 2024 win which saw him in a race-long battle with Charles Leclerc. It was Piastri’s second F1 win and put his McLaren team in front of Red Bull in the constructors'...
History made at Monaco Grand Prix
Last year Charles Leclerc made history becoming the only Monegasque driver to win his home race. The victory ended his run of bad luck at Monaco, which included crashes, retirements, and mechanical failures. His team-mate, Lewis Hamilton may spoil the party as he...