South Africa

The Locals’ Picks of the 5 Best Wine Farms in Franschhoek
Michael Soud
May 25, 2024
Franschhoek is a small wine town just past the famous Stellenbosch that is about an hour and 15 minutes from Cape Town. There are so …

The Locals’ Pick of the 5 Best Wine Farms in Stellenbosch – And 1 to Avoid
Michael Soud
May 21, 2024
Stellenbosch boasts over 150 wineries, so it pays to know the best wine farms in Stellenbosch. The region is an easy and picturesque 45-minute drive …

The Only Itinerary You Need for the Perfect Week in Cape Town
Michael Soud
May 19, 2024
Cape Town is a delightfully compact city with quite literally everything on offer: amazing (and very affordable) food, unmatched mountain and ocean views, an exciting …

Langebaan: The Perfect Day Trip to South Africa’s Kitesurfing Capital from Cape Town
Michael Soud
May 18, 2024
Excellent wind conditions have turned Langebaan into a kitesurfing town, and when the weather is good, the kites fill the sky in the most mesmerizing …
Food Insights

8 Best Restaurants in Knysna, South Africa: A Local’s Guide
Miila Kauppinen
January 4, 2025
Albeit small and far from the busyness of Cape Town and Johannesburg, Knysna is one of South Africa’s best-known towns. It was a major port …

Best Restaurants in Plettenberg Bay According to Locals for 2025
Miila Kauppinen
December 24, 2024
Initially named Bahia Formosa by the Portuguese for its jewel-like bay, Plettenberg Bay is a stunning holiday location that is also a heaven for friends …

10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Cape Town with Exceptional Views
Shan Osztonits
October 31, 2024
Seafood lovers: If you’re en route to Cape Town and are in the mood for a pescatarian feast, you’ve arrived in the right city. King-sized …
Plan Your Trip: Before You Go

Best Things to Experience in Hogsback, South Africa
Miila Kauppinen
December 13, 2024
South Africa’s Eastern Cape is an adventurer’s paradise with its long, lush coastline, ragged mountains, and many historic towns and cities. Although perhaps not as …