On the southwestern tip of South Africa lies one of the most beautiful regions of the country. Stretching for over 300 km, the distance from Mossel Bay to Storms River is known as the Garden Route. The area is covered by lush vegetation and wildlife and comes complete with winding roads, lagoons, lakes, mountains, and beaches that dot the coast. From dense … [Read more...] about Best Adventures on South Africa’s Garden Route
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5 of the Best Hostels in Johannesburg for Backpackers
Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa and an extremely popular place for backpackers from all over the world to visit. Most backpackers say that it’s the low prices and many sights on offer that ignites a spark of interest in them to visit Johannesburg. Thankfully, there are some great places to stay in the city if you’re planning a backpacking trip to South … [Read more...] about 5 of the Best Hostels in Johannesburg for Backpackers
13 Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Durban
Durban is one of South Africa's most vibrant cities. It has a great Africa feel to it, especially in the downtown area, and it is very colorful. The city is steeped in history, and the architecture reflects this, from Georgian and Art Deco to Palladian and the less interesting 1970s styles. The mix of cultures is also reflected in the city, and the large Indian … [Read more...] about 13 Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Durban
5 Top Wine Regions of the World
[I]f there's a better way to spend a day of travel than touring wineries, I'd like to hear about it. I've always been fond of drinking wine, but it wasn't until my trip around the world in 2008 that I had the chance to visit two of the world's top wine regions, Stellenbosch and Bordeaux. Both experiences were incredibly fun. It's hard to go wrong with an activity that … [Read more...] about 5 Top Wine Regions of the World
Souvenir Saturday: African Doll
During my time in South Africa, I visited several souvenir markets and shops, especially at the start on Long Street in Cape Town, and toward the end in the suburbs of Johannesburg. Wooden dolls from countries all around Africa were plentiful, so the casual shopper had only to decide which style he/she liked the most. That style would invariably be the hallmark of a … [Read more...] about Souvenir Saturday: African Doll
