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Whether you’ve already booked holiday accommodation in Stanford or you’re simply passing through this December, you’re in for a huge treat … because Stanford is LIT! Checkers, the major supermarket chain, has been instrumental in creating a town of sparkling, glittering joy; thanks to their installing a stunning light display for the Christmas festive season. Spectacular lights are draped over shop fronts, curled around tree trunks, and flanking the main street.  Christmas in Stanford – it’s Magical There’s an impressive Christmas tree, small farm animals and windmills made of wire, giant star lights, and life-sized sculptures of famous South African animals like giraffes and kudus (courtesy of the internationally acclaimed artist Michael Methven). What an exquisite display to adorn the friendly little town of Stanford! Checkers also proactively involved local Overberg artists in creating stunning […]

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What To Do on the Garden Route when You’re just Passing Through ~ The Garden Route (roughly between Plettenberg Bay and Mossel Bay) has so much to see and do that travellers are spoilt for choice. Getting the most out of this stunning area would take weeks. But, if you’re just passing through, between Cape Town and the Eastern Cape, there are a few quick stops that don’t take long, but certainly are worth a pitstop. When travelling from the Western Cape to the Eastern Cape, start your day in Mossel Bay. Enjoy a hot cuppa on the beachfront, where there are some stunning views of the Indian Ocean. From the beachfront, you can look up at the amazing Pinnacle Point Caves (if you have time, take a stroll up to see the amazing views […]

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Famous South African Landscapes and what put them on the Map ~ South Africa is home to several destinations and attractions that are world-famous for different reasons – some of which may surprise you. Here are just some of the unique places that have made their mark on the world map and what makes them famous: Cape Agulhas is between the Garden Route and Cape Town and is acclaimed as the southernmost tip of Africa and the meeting point of the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean. It’s also home to the second-oldest working lighthouse in the country. This coastline is wild and impressive – an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Soweto is a massive township in Johannesburg. Apart from its huge population and the rich variety of cultures within its borders, Soweto has […]

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Win over R25 000 worth of exciting prizes from brands you know and love for the best summer yet! It’s time to welcome the warm weather with our ultimate Summer Celebration Hamper filled with prizes from SA-Venues.com and AfriCamps, Pet Heaven, Cape Brewing Company, Eukanuba Pet Food and Hi-Tec. Win A Summer Hamper worth over R25 000! Win a stay at AfriCamps SA-Venues and AfriCamps are offering a two night stay for up to 5 guests at any AfriCamps in South Africa. AfriCamps are all about boutique glamping at the most beautiful working farms and estates in South Africa. Guests can explore and unwind in the great outdoors, experiencing everything from biking and hiking to seclusion and serenity. There are a number of pet friendly glamps and some with hot tubs too! HOW TO ENTER […]

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Win a 2-Night Self Catering Stay at Sani Valley Lodge. This private game lodge in the Southern Drakensberg has some of the most sought after “wild trout” fishing in the entire Drakensberg region. The lodges are individually dotted around a large 106-hectare lake, giving you true privacy at the foot of the spectacular Drakensberg Sani […]

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Does a trip from Sedgefield to Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) qualify as a road trip? I maintain that anything that requires me to pack padkos and check my tyres is a road trip. And, when my bestie and I left kids and husbands at home to do the trip, it was almost worthy of our own […]

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Hot Tubs In The Breede River Valley – 37 Of The Best Hot-tubs ~ Summer or winter…you just can’t beat a hot tub! Apart from being deliciously indulgent and a spoil we all deserve; the warm waters of a hot tub actually have legitimate health benefits for our bodies and minds too. So, the gorgeous […]

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Hot Tubs In The Overberg – 35 Of The Best Hot-tubs ~  Relaxing in a hot tub is about more than simply warming up and letting your troubles melt away…although that is a huge plus. Lying in the hot water has all sorts of physical and mental benefits too. Really, visiting one of these venues […]

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Hot Tubs In The Cape Winelands – 20 Of The Best Hottubs ~ Time in a hot-tub has been proven to relax your muscles, ease anxiety, soothe chronic pain, and even help you to burn more calories…You don’t need to say anything more to convince us! In addition to the therapeutic value, accommodation with a […]

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Win a 2-Night Luxury Wildlife Experience at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge in the Kruger National Park valued at R 26,000.00. With only 6 luxury suites, Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge offers an extraordinary bush experience surrounded by Big 5 territory. The eclectic African chic architecture with its tall conical thatched roof is comfortable and uniquely positioned […]

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