Oh shucks! The high fuel price ruined my planned holiday
South Africa’s rising fuel prices are reshaping the way travellers plan their holidays, turning dream road trips into careful calculations.
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Camping when it is freezing cold: how to survive
Five novel ideas for this coming winter holiday
The jewels of the Northern Cape
Visiting South Africa’s east coast in winter
Best places in southern Africa for birdwatching
Winter is Kruger time: how recent floods have reshaped South Africa’s iconic park
Journeys & Road Trips
The difference between peak and off-peak season accommodation
Peak and off-peak travel in Southern Africa offer very different experiences, from busy safari camps to quiet, lush landscapes.
Choosing the best vehicle for family travelling
Travelling through South Africa: The flora of the different regions
Keep your eyes on the road, but…
The Abel Erasmus Pass, connecting Highveld and Lowveld
Easter weekend, should I brave the traffic?
Kruger National Park after the January 2026 floods
Experiences & Activities
Camping when it is freezing cold: how to survive
Freezing-weather camping is not for the careless, but with smart preparation, it can become one of winter’s most rewarding adventures.
Five novel ideas for this coming winter holiday
Visiting South Africa’s east coast in winter
Best places in southern Africa for birdwatching
Never again: towing a caravan on gravel roads
Why you should book holiday accommodation early
10 unusual creatures to look out for in the Bushveld
Nature & Sustainability
Camping when it is freezing cold: how to survive
Freezing-weather camping is not for the careless, but with smart preparation, it can become one of winter’s most rewarding adventures.
Five novel ideas for this coming winter holiday
Best places in southern Africa for birdwatching
Winter is Kruger time: how recent floods have reshaped South Africa’s iconic park
What rangers want you to know when going on safari
10 unusual creatures to look out for in the Bushveld