We were entering one of the first national parks declared in Zimbabwe that was situated at altitudes of between 1800 and 2593 metres, the highest terrain of Zimbabwe. We’d heard that the Eastern Highlands are one of Zimbabwe’s most picturesque areas.
Read MoreIn 2021 we were privileged. We travelled more than expected throughout the second year of the pandemic even though we did not travel internationally.
Read MoreWe turned off the R61 outside Cradock onto a gravel road and drove about 2 kilometres to Mountain Zebra National Park gate. Or rather we rattled and shuddered. Our teeth chattered, but not from cold. I might even have bit my tongue – literally.
Read MoreMention the Swartberg Mountains to any adventurous South African and their eyes light up. Their pulse rises. Did you know there are essentially three gateways through the almost impenetrable bulk of the Swartberg Mountain Range?
Read MoreA coarse strip of gravel leads us deeper into the picturesque Cederberg Mountains. Along the way the impressive Clanwilliam Dam patiently waits in the valley.
Read MoreSydney has much to offer as a city destination but it is also interesting to venture further. There are numerous day trips from this harbour city in New South Wales worth exploring.
Read MoreA weekend breakaway to a nature reserve close enough for a day trip from Johannesburg or Pretoria.
Read MoreDramatic and gorgeous photographs of our beautiful country ignited a smouldering ember of desire to travel to parts of it. Photographs of the stately Drakensberg mountains had me yearning to see them.
Read MoreWhat to do in a laid back seaside village in South Africa. A sleepy little hollow with loads of undercurrents. Is Gansbaai worth visiting?
Read MoreConquering South Africa’s highest off-road mountain pass. Would you want to drive up the infamous Sani Pass?
Read MoreEven with our vehicle packed and driving out the gate, I had no idea where we were going. I had my suspicions though.
Read MoreNeed to get away from the urban jungle of Johannesburg (also known as Jozi) for a night or two?
Read MoreI’m kicking off the new year by easing into my blogs – for your benefit (OK, I admit and mine). I’d hate to bore you with long tales so early in the year and therefore I’ve published a photo blog.
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