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Karoo National Park: the ultimate guide

13/6/2018

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Karoo National Park accommodation at the main rest camp
​By Roxanne Reid
Stark, denuded and barren are words that might be top of mind for any first-time visitor to the Karoo National Park just outside Beaufort West in South Africa. But that would be to ignore everything that makes this area special. Find out more in Karoo National Park: the ultimate guide.

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17 things to do in the Karoo National Park

16/5/2018

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17 things to do in the Karoo National Park
​By Roxanne Reid
Here, in the dry heartland of South Africa, a wealth of geology, fossils, animals and sweeping landscapes lie waiting to be explored. You’ll find the entrance to this park just off the N1 highway, about 6km south of Beaufort West in the Karoo. Here’s my pick of 17 things to do in the Karoo National Park.

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15 things to do in Hermanus on the Cape Whale Coast

25/4/2018

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Things to do in Hermanus - whale-watching
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Once a tiny fishing village, Hermanus – just a 90-minute drive east of Cape Town – is now a bustling seaside town with fabulous Hermanus accommodation and tons of things to do. Think wine tasting, whale-watching, hiking, long white beaches and more. Here’s my pick of 15 things to do in Hermanus on the Cape Whale Coast, South Africa.

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10 unique stays and quirky accommodation in Southern Africa

21/2/2018

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Unique stays in Southern Africa
​By Roxanne Reid
There are thousands of wonderful places to stay in Southern Africa, but many are variations on the same theme - hotel, safari lodge, etc. But sometimes they offer something different and intriguing, whether it’s a boat, a train, notable architecture or historic value. Here, in random order, are 10 unique stays and quirky accommodation in Southern Africa I’ve enjoyed over the years. 

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Stadsaal Caves and San rock paintings in the Cederberg

24/1/2018

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Stadsaal Caves in the Cederberg, SouthAfrica
​By Roxanne Reid
The Cederberg Wilderness Area just 200km north of Cape Town is a place to feel the fresh mountain air on your face, hear the call of birds and enjoy views of mountains and intriguing rock formations. Don’t miss the Stadsaal Caves and San rock paintings of elephants that were painted at least 1000 years ago. 

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15 things to do in Greyton in the Overberg

10/1/2018

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Things to do in Greyton in the Overberg
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You’ll find Greyton at the foot of the Riviersonderend mountains, about 35km from Caledon in South Africa's western Cape. It’s an appealing blend of relaxed country village with gravel roads and sophisticated town jammed with restaurants. There’s a healthy dose of nature paradise thrown in as a bonus. Here’s my pick of 15 things to do in Greyton in the Overberg.

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Readers' choice: 7 most popular African travel posts of 2017

27/12/2017

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Readers' 7 most popular travel posts of 2017
​By Roxanne Reid
I’ve written more than 50 posts on this blog in 2017, covering travels to places as varied as South Africa's West Coast, Karoo, Garden Route and Namaqualand, as well as Namibia, Botswana and Kenya. I thought it would be fun to look back and find which of them went down best with you, the readers. Here's the readers' choice of 7 most popular African travel posts of 2017.

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The Earthy Inn: where to stay in Greyton in the Overberg

20/12/2017

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Exterior of The Earthy Inn, Greyton, Overberg
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When we arrived to stay at The Earthy Inn in Greyton in the Overberg, an African hoopoe was bobbing around on the lawn looking for an afternoon snack. He cocked his head and looked at us, then went back to his task. He reappeared a few times in the three days we stayed there, and each time I could feel I was more and more relaxed, the Greyton peace sinking into my bones.

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Why to visit Genadendal Moravian mission village

6/12/2017

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Church, Genadendal Moravian mission village
By Roxanne Reid
When you take the turnoff from the N2 onto the R406 near Caledon in the Western Cape, chances are you’re on your way to the peaceful little village of Greyton. Learn why to visit Genadendal Moravian mission village – the oldest in Africa – ​5km from Greyton.

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Stay in a treehouse at Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands

29/11/2017

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Vindoux Guest Farm luxury treehouse, Tulbagh, Cape Winelands
​By Roxanne Reid
How would you like to sleep in a treehouse with a view of wildlife, vineyards, orchards and mountains? You can if you choose your Tulbagh accommodation carefully and book a luxury treehouse at Vindoux Guest Farm at Tulbagh in the Cape Winelands. 

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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.
    Since 2015, travel buddy and husband Keith has been the primary photographer for this blog.
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