The Real Ostriches of Oudtshoorn
I visit an ostrich farm in Oudtshoorn, South Africa — these guys are the largest living bird species in the world. If someone asks if you’d like to feed one, maybe think twice about it. Continue reading
I visit an ostrich farm in Oudtshoorn, South Africa — these guys are the largest living bird species in the world. If someone asks if you’d like to feed one, maybe think twice about it. Continue reading
Today’s Garden Route drive to Swellendam takes me through lush farmland and moody skies. Plus I’m staying at the cutest guesthouse — in the Giraffe Room! Continue reading
Just in time for Shark Week, here is my big post about going shark cage diving in South Africa! Who’s ready to climb in a cage and swim with this big guy? He won’t bite, he’s just got a toothy grin. Continue reading
Hermanus would be a pretty place to visit any time of year, but I happen to arrive at the height of whale watching season — and these guys swim remarkably close to the coast. Continue reading
Today marks the prettiest coastal views along the Garden Route — we’re talking epic ocean vistas and towering mountains tumbling towards the sea. Continue reading
Road trip alert! I have prepared the perfect Garden Route itinerary — 7 days from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, with options for additional days before and after to see more of the spectacular coastline. Continue reading
Stellar, stunning, majestic — there aren’t enough words to accurately capture the beauty of Cape of Good Hope. But hopefully my photos do what words can’t and translate the remarkable experience of being here in person. Continue reading
Frolicking penguins! Spectacular beaches! If you love both of these things, check out my photo highlights from Boulders Beach on Cape Point. Continue reading
Check out the overwhelming beauty of Cape Point in this introductory post — there are sublime beaches, lofty mountain peaks, and out-of-this-world vistas. Continue reading
After getting a brief taste of Stellenbosch on our wine tour, I make a point to return overnight for further exploration — this area is intensely charming with outdoor cafes, gardens, and coffeeshops. Continue reading