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Kang: in the middle of nowhere, but most travellers know the place

Kang: in the middle of nowhere, but most travellers know the place

Kang in Botswana is a remote but essential stop along the Trans-Kalahari Highway.
Mariana Balt 03 Jul 2026
Plettenberg Bay: Playground of the rich?

Plettenberg Bay: Playground of the rich?

Plettenberg Bay may carry a reputation for luxury, but its beaches, nature reserves and coastal adventures remain accessible to all.
Mariana Balt 01 Jul 2026
Southern African towns with 'hoop' in their names

Southern African towns with 'hoop' in their names

Towns such as Hoopstad, Hopetown, Groblershoop, Kaapschehoop and Keetmanshoop all carry the word “hoop”, reflecting a shared history of hope, settlement and survival across South Africa and Namibia.
Mariana Balt 30 Jun 2026
Solitaire: the name says it all

Solitaire: the name says it all

Solitaire in Namibia is a remote desert stop known for its legendary apple pie, vast landscapes and quiet atmosphere.
Mariana Balt 29 Jun 2026
Pretoria has more to offer than government buildings

Pretoria has more to offer than government buildings

Pretoria is a city where the country's past and present still meet, often within a few kilometres of each other.
Mariana Balt 26 Jun 2026
Before leaving Beaufort West, consider one more stop

Before leaving Beaufort West, consider one more stop

Mariana Balt 25 Jun 2026
Visit a donkey sanctuary for a unique experience

Visit a donkey sanctuary for a unique experience

A donkey sanctuary visit offers a different kind of travel experience, one centred on compassion, education and meaningful animal encounters.
Mariana Balt 24 Jun 2026

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