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Why to visit Stanford Valley Guest Farm in Stanford

27/11/2019

Stanford Valley Guest Farm, Stanford, South Africa

By Roxanne Reid
Stanford in the Overberg has long been one of my favourite Cape villages for its heritage buildings, good restaurants and laid-back village markets. On a recent visit we found a super place to stay in the countryside. Here’s why to visit Stanford Valley Guest Farm in Stanford, South Africa.

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20 things to do in Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands

13/11/2019

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Stellenbosch: weekend getaways from Cape Town

By Roxanne Reid
Known as the City of Oaks thanks to trees planted centuries ago, South Africa’s Stellenbosch is a must on any Western Cape itinerary. It’s ideal for weekend getaways from Cape Town too. Think historic Cape Dutch buildings, wine farms and mountains, art galleries and restaurants – there’s no shortage of things to do in Stellenbosch.

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10 things to do in Beaufort West in the Karoo

6/11/2019

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Things to do in Beaufort West: heritage buildings

By Roxanne Reid
Too many people blow past Beaufort West on the N1 highway in a big hurry to get to Johannesburg or Cape Town. But we’ve long known the glories of this Karoo town in South Africa, thanks to our love for the Karoo National Park just 5km to the south. Next time, don't rush but make a stop and discover these 10 things to do in Beaufort West.

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I'm an independent travel writer and book editor with a passion for Africa - anything from African travel, people, safari and wildlife to adventure, heritage, road-tripping and slow travel.
My travel buddy and husband Keith is the primary photographer for this blog.
We're happiest in the middle of nowhere, meeting the locals, trying something new, or simply watching the grass grow.
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