South Africa has abundance of small towns each with their own charm, slow paced life and artisan communities. There’s no better way to explore or connect with locals than by venturing travelling off the beaten track and embracing the slow life of these towns. Here’s a list of top small towns in South Africa we […]
Meet our insider from Durban, Verushka Ramasami, currently working full-time as a Travel and Tourism lecturer at a local college in Durban. By day her lectures, marking and dogs keep her busy and every spare minute in between she is busy working on her blog and blog related things. She loves exploring locally and since […]
Southern Africa is famous for many things, among them, its spectacular scenery, friendly, vibrant people and of course, its rich, amazing wildlife…But what about the jaw-droppingly beautiful waterfalls tucked away in secret places? Some may be known across the world, while others are treasured by only a clever few… but here are the most gorgeous […]
Together with his family, XO Africa’s General Manager, Samuel Regnier, visited the small town of Stanford only 25 minutes drive from Hermanus and Gaansbaai. Staying at the Stanford Valley Guest Farm, he found it to be the perfect place for families wishing to enjoy nature and gastronomic delights. He shares a five reasons why he […]
What is a visit to South Africa without a safari experience? Big reserves like The Kruger National Park see thousands of visitors every year and rightfully so. However there are some real hidden gems dotted throughout South Africa for those wanting a taste of the wild. Whether you’re looking for something a little more exclusive […]
Whether you’re in Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban, you may need a place to cool down, a body of water to dive into and a way to refresh in between your city sightseeing. Here’s a few hotels, pools and dams to dip into within South Africa’s big cities: Johannesburg Saxon Hotel Find solace at the […]
Few natural wonders in Southern Africa are as beautiful, moving and tranquil as its most famous and well-loved lakes. Whether you plan to visit them to enjoy a fun day out with family and friends, for recreational and travel purposes or simply to marvel at their endless beauty, you may want to bookmark these marvellous […]
You’d imagine that when visiting one of the world’s richest and most unique ecosystems, two days wouldn’t really be enough. But it was just enough; enough to convince me that there is no place on earth like the Okavango Delta. Of course I’d read about it, seen spectacular images and marveled at the abundance of […]
There’s a reason ( or many in fact) why Cape Town has been voted the world’s most beautiful city time and time again. We could attribute this to its cascading mountains hemming the city against the ocean, or the vibrant melting pot of people and cultures who call this peninsula home. Perhaps it’s the vineyard […]
If you are heading to South Africa between our summer months of December and March and have nothing but sun, beach and relaxation on your mind, we’ve got you covered. Cities like Cape Town have been known to experience all four seasons in one day so with that in mind, here’s a few tips on […]
