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Orange seas in Namaqualand

October 12, 2019 carmen

Beauty from adversity. There are few things as inspiring as seeing how nature uses her powers to transform the scars of her circumstances into something majestic. One of the natural […]

Californian Christmas Cheer

December 25, 2018 carmen

California made me fall in love with the magic of my childhood Christmas. This is how they did it.

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Tsitsikamma Mountain Trail

January 13, 2018 carmen

After the wonderful experience of my first multi day hike in the Drakensberg, I quickly said yes when I was invited to join a group heading to do the 6 […]

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Massage stories from around the world

November 25, 2017 carmen

Okay, now start by getting your mind out of the gutter because these massage stories aren’t the type with a happy ending. But I am hoping they will make you […]

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The Wonder of the Wild Coast – Eastern Cape

September 22, 2017 carmen

South Africa, a country with one of the most diverse coastal belts, stretching across two oceans and opposing weather systems. In my humble opinion, the most beautiful section is nestled […]

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Karkloof Canopy Tour

September 9, 2017 carmen

Love nature, check. Love adrenalin, check. Okay with heights? Then we have lift off because zipping across treetops includes all those aspects. All you have to add is a healthy […]

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Durban Deconstructed – Minibus taxi ride

August 19, 2017 carmen

I had the crazy idea a while back that I would like to experience a minibus taxi ride in Durban. I’ve done it in many a country abroad and yet […]

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Durbs Decontructed – Warwick and Durban Markets

August 4, 2017 carmen

Durban is known for its markets. There is one virtually every Saturday and Sunday in various locations across the city. It’s a Hipster heaven of gourmet burgers, designer drinks and […]

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5 Reasons to visit Mpumalanga next

July 22, 2017 carmen

Some of the fondest childhood memories I have are the family trips we did to Mpumalanga. It is incredible how many moments feel like deja vu regardless of the blurry […]

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Durban Deconstructed – Visit Inanda Valley

July 7, 2017 carmen

I visited the Inanda Valley for the first time last year and was blown away by its rich history. But Inanda Valley doesn’t just have history to offer. The people […]

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