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Tag: South Africa

Boulders Penguin Colony, Simon's Town, Cape Peninsula

Cape Peninsula: the perfect day trip for fabulous views and cute penguins

8 May 2025 Pat Hindley Africa, Rest of World, South Africa

A trip to Cape Town wouldn’t be complete without a drive down the Cape Peninsula, where you’ll see the most[…]

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Lower-class housing at Langa township, Cape Town

Langa township: where you’ll see a different side to Cape Town

11 April 2025 Pat Hindley Africa, Rest of World, South Africa

Langa is an area of Cape Town that feels miles away from the historic city centre and the pretty coastal[…]

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Schotia Safaris, South Africa

Schotia Safaris: a spectacular and affordable South Africa reserve

8 February 2025 Pat Hindley Africa, Homepage slider, Latest post, South Africa

South Africa’s Eastern Cape probably isn’t the obvious choice for a safari adventure, but at Schotia Safaris private game reserve[…]

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Kynsna Heads, Garden Route

The Garden Route: roadtripping South Africa’s famous coastline

1 February 2025 Pat Hindley Africa, Latest post, Rest of World, South Africa

The Garden Route is actually shorter than you might think. But it’s a journey that’s packed with spectacular scenery, varied[…]

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Why Franschhoek is worth more than just a day trip from Cape Town

22 December 2024 Pat Hindley Africa, Rest of World, South Africa

A visit to Franschhoek’s vineyards is an appealing day trip option from Cape Town. But staying a night or two[…]

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Bo-Kaap, Cape Town

Cape Town: a colourful city of contrast

28 August 2024 Pat Hindley Africa, Rest of World, South Africa

If I had to pick one word to describe Cape Town it would be contrast. The vibrant Victoria & Alfred[…]

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South Africa: tips and trip planning

17 June 2023 Pat Hindley Africa, Rest of World, Reviews & tips, South Africa

Thinking about a trip to South Africa but not sure if it’s safe, easy to get around, or if the[…]

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