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The Humble Origins of the carol Silent Night

The Humble Origins of the carol Silent Night

One of the world’s most famous Christmas carols, “Silent Night,” celebrates its 200th anniversary this year. Over the centuries, hundreds of Christmas carols have been composed. Many fall quickly into obscurity.

Garden Route's Point Hotel offers breathtaking sea views

Garden Route's Point Hotel offers breathtaking sea views

The 4- star Point Hotel in Mosselbay is the perfect base to enjoy the most that the Garden Route has to offer. Proudly exposing herself on the rocks below St. Blaize Lighthouse this hotel offers unrestricted views of the Indian Ocean. 

Ten Amazing Facts About South Africa

Ten Amazing Facts About South Africa

The British had good reasons to want to set up colonies in South Africa. Often the potential riches outweighed the risks as we can see in this photo on the Big Hole in Kimberley. Read ten more amazing facts about our diverse country.

Time to spare? Five add-ons close to Kruger  Park

Time to spare? Five add-ons close to Kruger Park

Family travel has become more of an educational experience than just keeping the kids entertained. A holiday to the Kruger National Park can become a fun adventure where future conservationists are born and bred.

Discover South Africa with 6 family-friendly travel deals

Discover South Africa with 6 family-friendly travel deals

We have one of the most geographically and culturally diverse countries in the world. Nowhere else you can surf the waves in Jeffrey's Bay, Relax on unspoilt beaches in Cape Town, hike Drakensberg and game drive in Kruger Park

Nagmaalwyn se  reis na die harte van wynliefhebbers

Nagmaalwyn se reis na die harte van wynliefhebbers

Erens tussen al die duisende woorde wat al geskryf is orr hierdie heerlike voggies, het ons vergeet dat wyn gemaak is vir plesier, vir onthou tye saam met familie en vriende en vir die in-die-oomblik herhinneringe.

Baby elephant will only use its trunk properly at 6 months

Baby elephant will only use its trunk properly at 6 months

Elephant mums have the longest gestation period of any mammal— a whopping 22 months! The females give birth every four to five years. Read 6 more interesting Elle-facts here.

The mythology and astrology of the night sky over Paardeplaats

The mythology and astrology of the night sky over Paardeplaats

Peering into the night sky at Paardeplaats Nature Retreat is a playful mix of astronomy and mythology. The magnificent blanket of some 2,500 stars, all visible with the unaided eye on clear evenings, tells its own story.

Die verskil tussen rooi wyn en wit wyn.

Die verskil tussen rooi wyn en wit wyn.

Die verskil tussen rooi en wit wyne is baie meer gekompliseerd as net die keuse van druiwe en die kleur. Hier is n paar interressante feite omtrent die regte verskil tussen die twee wyn soorte. 

ZUCCHINI, TOMATO and  BOCCONCINI SALAD

ZUCCHINI, TOMATO and BOCCONCINI SALAD

We all have over indulged this festive season and a firm New Year resolution is a healthy lifestyle! Enjoy the second portion of this refreshing Summer Salad to serve on a crisp baguette without feeling guilty!

Easy Walks and Hikes in the iconic Kruger Lowveld

Easy Walks and Hikes in the iconic Kruger Lowveld

The hiking, mountain biking and walking trails on Paardeplaats Nature Retreat is a unique nature experience in the heart of the Panorama Route in the Kruger Lowveld that can be undertaken by the whole family

You know Africa's Big 5- now meet the Little 5

You know Africa's Big 5- now meet the Little 5

You've probably heard of the "Big Five" (Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard, Lion and Rhino), did you know Africa also has a "Little Five"?(  Rhinoceros Beetle, Buffalo Weaver, Elephant Shrew, Leopard Tortoise and the Ant Lion.)

8 World Heritage Sites in South Africa for your Bucket List

8 World Heritage Sites in South Africa for your Bucket List

South Africa boasts 8 of the world’s official UNESCO World Heritage Sites which are each well worth a visit due to their natural, cultural, and historical importance. Spreading over most of the 9 provinces they all in your own backyard.

A hikers dream destination - 3 scenic Mpumalanga trails

A hikers dream destination - 3 scenic Mpumalanga trails

With attractions like the Kruger Park and the breathtakingly scenic Panorama Route, spectacular mountainous landscapes and natural water features Mpumalanga offers of the best-known hiking trails in South Africa.

Vredefort Dome-  A Stone from Heaven

Vredefort Dome- A Stone from Heaven

An estimated 2000 million years ago a meteorite hit the earth. Vredefort Dome bears witness to the world's greatest known single energy release event, causing devastating global change, and major evolutionary changes.

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