Draped in golden savannahs, jagged mountain peaks, and sun-kissed surf, South Africa is a vibrant mosaic of untamed wildlife, world-class wines, and resilient cultures that dance to a soul-stirring rhythm.
We spent a few hours walking around Braamfontein, one of Johannesburg’s most vibrant inner-city neighbourhoods. A lively, student-filled commercial district, it is closely connected with the University of the Witwatersrand and has become an important creative and cultural hub. The area is...
We spent a surprisingly lovely 10 days in Johannesburg, despite the city’s sometimes daunting reputation. South Africa’s largest metropolis grew from a dusty mining camp into a vast economic powerhouse following the discovery of gold in 1886. Today, the wider metropolitan area is home to...
We reached this major land border crossing between Eswatini and South Africa in the afternoon. Despite being quite busy, it was another refreshingly efficient border experience, with friendly officers on both sides who did their best to keep the process moving. There were no unnecessary...