Family time at Safari Plains
We were desperately in need of a family getaway. Intuitively we knew we needed time in the bush, but with only a weekend to our disposal we needed a spot near Pretoria. And although we love camping, Peet and I both agreed that with our energy levels at an all-time low we needed a ‘put […]
Barefoot luxury at GweGwe Beach Lodge
‘Hold on tight – the first bit is going to be bumpy’, our skipper Nathan Pienaar shouted over the sound of crashing waves. You can travel to the Mkambati Nature Reserve by road, plane, helicopter or boat. Our trip by speedboat, from the NSRI station in Port Edward to Pondoland, treated us to the most […]
Katrinasrust – a place to rest & reconnect
When Peet said we should go away for my birthday, my answer was ‘Yes please! And I know exactly where I want to go – Katrinasrust Country Estate.’ The farm is 36km from Machadodorp and sits at the foot of a hill with beautiful views of the Elandmountains. Katrinasrust has been in the Brewer family […]
Celebrating a more intentional and Sustainable Easter
Easter is one of my favourite times of the year. Personally it is a time to think about God’s goodness and grace as well as recognize my own vulnerability. Ultimately Easter is a time to celebrate the gift of life. Although I love celebrating Easter with bunny-shaped chocolates, colourful eggs, and Easter egg hunts, I […]
Knowledge is power
Anybody who knows me will know that I am passionate about my country and her people. I do everything I can to promote and support local products and businesses. And I believe the best about people. I was brought up to respect all people especially people in uniform. I was also taught that people in […]
The perfect romantic getaway in Wolseley
As you drive through the gates of Palmietvlei, an export blueberry and pear farm and home to Riverstone’s CouplesPod, you immediately feel the peaceful atmosphere one only finds on a farm. But Riverstone’s CouplesPod is not your average farm-stay. Riverstone aims to offer guests a tranquil country getaway, without having to compromise on their creature […]
