Tag Archives: South Africa
Q is for the Quintessential of all trees, the Sunland Baobab Tree
I have always wanted to use the word “quintessential” but how and where, then, while I was writing an article on trees (don’t ask..), the Baobab Tree sprung to mind … Continue reading
O is for those Outlandish, Oddball Ostriches found in Oudtshoorn
You just got to love South Africa – we have something for everyone! Many people will come to see our “Big Five” (Buffalo, Rhino, Lion, Elephant and Leopard) and then, … Continue reading
S is for Seven Saucy, Scenic Photos of Storms River Village
If you are after some adventurous activities, look no further than Storm River Village. Set in the middle of the forest at the foothills of the Tsitsikamma Forest, this tiny … Continue reading
P is for my Perfect Day in Plettenberg Bay
Plettenberg Bay, or Plett as the locals refer to it, is undoubtedly the “jewel” of the Garden Route. Ultimately known for its beautiful beaches and even being named as Africa’s … Continue reading
N is for my 3 NEW finds in (K)NYSNA on the Garden Route
I spent the last week down the Garden Route and could not resist writing about Knysna. Our locals, no doubt will roll their eyes that I have included this in … Continue reading
M is for Muizenberg Beach, Cape Town
Muizenberg has a long history, most notably being where Cecil John Rhodes had a holiday home and, in fact where he died in 1902. Rhodes, a British born South African … Continue reading
My TOP 10 Kick … things to SEE / DO / EAT / BUY in South Africa beginning with K
4 THINGS TO SEE BEGINNING WITH “K” Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens was developed in 1913 and was the first botanic garden in the world devoted to a country’s indigenous flora. The … Continue reading
J is for JULY, 18th
The 18th July is a very special day in South Africa as it is the birthday of our iconic Nelson Mandela. I doubt that there are many people who have … Continue reading
H is for my love/hate relationship with the Haa-haa-haa-de-dah
The harsh, hoarse, raucous, guttural haa-haa-haa-de-dah dawn call of the Hadeda Ibis is enough to drive one demented! I am sure a lot of people in South Africa can relate … Continue reading
E is for EAT!
There is nothing more pleasurable than sitting around a table with family and friends sharing a meal. Whether it’s a lovingly prepared meal at home or a carefully planned dinner … Continue reading
B is for Baffled, Bewildered and Bemused…
“B”….mmmm…. as it is always fun to learn about another country’s linguistic heritage, I thought I would share some slang words we use here in South Africa beginning with “B”. … Continue reading
B is for Battlefields
Northern and central KwaZulu Natal has some of the most beautiful landscapes in South Africa, it all looks so peaceful, yet it was only between 100 and 130 years ago, … Continue reading
