8 Cities I would visit again
In the last ten years I have visited many cities. Thinking back to these visits I realize there are so many cities I love for many different reasons – some for the history, some for the culture and art, many for the food and the people. But there are a few cities that stand out […]
Did someone say cheese?
Four South African artisan cheese farms every cheese lover has to visit If, like me, you love artisan and farmstead cheese you will love these four farms and their produce. Van Gaalen Kaasmakerij Van Gaalen is situated at the foothills of the Magaliesberg mountains in a small community called Skeerpoort near the Hartbeespoort Dam. Wanting […]
Stepping back in time at Three Tree Hill Lodge
The Lodge and Lodgings Staying at Three Tree Hill Lodge is like stepping back in time to the days of Queen Victoria and the empire on which the sun never set. This beautiful eco-lodge is etched against the breath-taking backdrop of the northern Drakensburg in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. Nestled at the foot of the […]
Camping with little ones
Peet and I love to travel, and camping has always been one of our favourite ways of exploring our beautiful country and continent. We have been camping for twenty years. When searching for the ideal camping spot our criteria has always been secluded and basic. Amélie’s birth changed that completely. Determined to keep camping, we […]
Top Ten Travel Trends for 2021
Many people say that you cannot predict the future of travel, but there are some particularly good educated-guesses out there. According to a survey done in the US by Airbnb the future of travel is alive and well. Other travel writers have also ventured some guesses as to what travel might look like in the […]
The Outpost – where less is indeed more.
A secluded architectural beauty Driving up to the lodge I was reminded of a phrase popularized by minimalist architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe – Less is More. At the Outpost less is indeed a lot more. The contemporary and minimalistic architecture ensures that it is all about the stunning views. The Outpost was designed […]
