Pamukkale is the most out of this world place to visit in Turkey. It is famous for its white limestone travertines, which are terraced pools with cascading thermal water, and is one of the most visited places in Turkey. We went there on our most recent trip on our way back to Istanbul from road […]
Road Tripping Turkey’s Turquoise Coast: Alaçatı, Ölüdeniz & Kaş
We spent 10 days road tripping Turkey’s Turquoise Coast and it surpassed my wildest dreams. The views and scenery were beyond breathtaking and we absolutely loved being able to explore this region of the country in our own rental car (we hired our car through DiscoverCars.com) *A reminder that if you book through the links […]
How to Spend 3 Days in Istanbul
How to Spend 3 Days in Istanbul Istanbul is the most vibrant and colourful city. The only city in the world to straddle two continents, Istanbul is such a unique place and absolutely has to be on your Turkey bucket list. Here are my recommendations on how to spend 3 days in Istanbul. Where to […]
11 Unique Experiences in Cape Town for Adventure Seekers
Cape Town was voted the second best city in the world in 2024. It’s easy to see why. Cape Town has the mountains, the sea, an incredible foodie scene and award-winning wines. There are plenty of bucket list experiences most people come to Cape Town to tick off: Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, seeing […]
The Best Cabin Stays and Hot Tub Stays in the Western Cape
Cabin season is HERE and the Western Cape doesn’t have a shortage of wonderful cabins and hot tub stays near to Cape Town. If you’re looking for the perfect weekend away for these wintery months then make sure you book a stay at one of these gorgeous cabin and hot tub stays. This list is […]
Leopard’s Kloof Waterfall Hike
The Leopard’s Kloof Waterfall hike is located inside the Harold Porter Botanical Garden in Betty’s Bay. It is a relatively easy hike through a beautiful mountain valley with three stunning waterfalls along the way. Over the years the Krom Rivier Hike in the Du Toitskloof Mountains has become increasing popular. It is an absolutely stunning […]
Kasteelspoort Hike
Kasteelspoort Hike is one of the most insta-worthy hikes in Cape Town. Made famous by the iconic diving board rock set above the great Atlantic, this Cape Town Hike is on every traveller’s bucket list. This is one of my favourite hikes up Table Mountain with some of the best views of the coast line […]
How to book & plan for the Tsitsikamma Trail
The Tsitsikamma Trail is a 6 day, 60km multi-day hike which begins at Nature’s Valley Rest Camp and ends at Storms River. It is one of the most beautiful multi-day hikes in South Africa and definitely needs to be on your bucket list. The trail takes you deep into the Tsitsikamma Forest and along beautiful […]
Cape Town Restaurant Specials 2024
The cost of living has gone through the roof and along with it so have restaurant prices. I’m always looking for a good deal and so have put together this guide with all the restaurant specials you can find in Cape Town in 2024. Cape Town Restaurant Specials 2024 Cape Town Burger deals 2024 Clarke’s […]
Myburgh’s Waterfall Ravine Hike
Myburgh’s Waterfall Ravine Hike is a beautiful hike above Tarragona Estate in Hout Bay. In winter you’ll be treated to a gorgeous waterfall streaming down a mossy slab of rock and in late January/February you may be treated to sightings of the rare red disas. The hike isn’t too tricky and offers beautiful scenery as […]
Oudekraal beach, Cape Town
Oudekraal beach is a real hidden gem in Cape Town and definitely a summer day experience to add to your Cape Town bucket list. Oudekraal is part of Table Mountain National Park and so is one of the very few paid beaches in Cape Town (the others being Boulders Beach and the Cape Point Nature […]
Skeleton Gorge & Nursery Ravine, Table Mountain Hike
One of the most popular routes to hike up to the top of Table Mountain is Skeleton Gorge. This hike is on the Newlands side of Table Mountain which means you’ll climb up through a gorgeous forest and end at the top of the mountain at the Hely-Hutchinson dam. If you’re looking for city views […]