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In and around Groot-Marico
November 25, 2011 – 11:13 am | No Comment

The town of Groot-Marico, or Big-Marico, got its name form the Groot-Marico River, one of the few rivers that are free flowing throughout the year.
Groot-Marico is a small town so its name has little to …

Things to do and see in Cape Town!
November 23, 2011 – 8:24 am | No Comment
Things to do and see in Cape Town!

Cape Town is ranked among the top five of the world’s cities. Originally developed as a supply station for Dutch ships because of its location on Table Bay, by 1652 Cape Town became South Africa’s …

In And Around Franschhoek
November 18, 2011 – 1:52 pm | No Comment

Franschhoek is a town that is located in the Western Providence of South Africa. It has a population of 15,000 and is located about 75 kilometers from Cape Town. The name “Franschhoek” means French corner. …

Port St. Johns
November 17, 2011 – 9:39 am | No Comment
Port St. Johns

Port St. Johns has long been at the top of backpacker’s to do lists as one of the most beautiful places in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. The name Port St. Johns is also somewhat of …

In and around Darling
November 17, 2011 – 7:31 am | No Comment

The town of Darling on the West Coast of South Africa was established in 1853 in an area known as the Green Valley. This location had a number of farms prior to the establishment of …

Grahamstown, South Africa
November 16, 2011 – 4:10 pm | No Comment

Located in the Eastern Cape Provice of South Africa, Grahamstown is a city nestled among rolling hills and land. The heart of Frontier Country, it is surrounded by lands used for conservation, and was once …

Table Mountain, One Of The New 7 Wonders
November 16, 2011 – 10:00 am | No Comment
Table Mountain, One Of The New 7 Wonders

The New7Wonders Foundation was founded in 2001 in Zurich, Switzerland by Bernard Weber. The foundation created a campaign to elect a contemporary 7 Wonders of Nature based on votes of people around the world plus …

Bombay Sweets Mart Port Louis, Mauritius
October 24, 2011 – 9:37 am | No Comment
Bombay Sweets Mart Port Louis, Mauritius

Located on the tiny island of Mauritius, miles from the big island of Madagascar, the city of Port Louis keeps a very sweet treat tucked away from the rest of the world. I had decided …

Living History: A Walking Tour With the Bushmen
October 14, 2011 – 2:49 pm | No Comment

After saving and dreaming for years, I finally got to experience Africa. My favorite part of my trip was a walking tour with the San people through part of the Kalahari Desert in Botswana. I …

Gaborone – Botswana
October 9, 2011 – 10:33 am | No Comment
Gaborone – Botswana

With a population of nearly 200,000, the ultra modern city of Gaborone is a perfect choice for tourists to fulfill their dreams of an African continental vacation. For history buffs, Gaborone is the ideal location …

The Beauty Of The Africa Silks Farms
October 7, 2011 – 11:00 am | No Comment

When you see cocoons being transformed into beautiful threads you will realize the true beauty of the Africa Silk farms. It is amazing to see how they are handwoven into clothing or fabrics used for …

Stop Rhino Poaching!
October 5, 2011 – 7:17 pm | No Comment
Stop Rhino Poaching!

Rhino poaching in South Africa is becoming a serious problem. As the number of rhinos in the country dwindles, protection agencies are doing their best to protect the remaining members of the species. Harsher punishments …

My Orange River Trip
September 27, 2011 – 9:58 am | No Comment
My Orange River Trip

I’ve recently gotten into canoing, so when the opportunity presented itself for me to have a chance to travel down the Orange River in South Africa, I had to jump on the chance.

Where Two Oceans Meet
September 27, 2011 – 8:13 am | No Comment
Where Two Oceans Meet

Every year nearly 250,000 tourists come to visit Cape Agulhas to see “where two oceans meet.” At the southern most tip of South Africa, where the coastline is spectacular, you’ll find one of our planets’ …

Shangana Cultural Village
September 20, 2011 – 7:10 pm | No Comment
Shangana Cultural Village

No trip to South Africa would be complete with a visit to the Shangana Cultural Village. It truly is the most vibrant and fascinating way to see and understand the culture. Much more interesting and …

Five Things You Should Know About The Num-Num Hiking Trail
September 20, 2011 – 12:05 pm | No Comment
Five Things You Should Know About The Num-Num Hiking Trail

First of all, if you’re thinking of doing the Num-Num Hiking Trail, I should compliment your taste! I hiked it last year and it was an excellent experience I would recommend to anyone.