News, Views and Information

Oct 19
Why you have to visit Vanwyksdorp

I visited Vanwyksdorp for the first time a while ago. If I do not write this article now, I will go and live there and never bother again. What an amazing time spent, it stimulated all physical senses, faith, direction, hope and love. A great big thank you to all the awesome people from Vanwyksdorp. Tucked […]

Oct 19
Die masker en die kerk

Die duiwel nou veel meer los as ooit van te vore. ‘n Plek waar ons veilig is van die satan is saam met mede gelowiges, daar beveg en bestraf ons hom in die gees, laat hom nie toe nie en hy is eintlik al klaar verslaan. Hierdie valse virus is demonies en die beste is […]

Oct 19
Klein Karoo Break Away

While living in the beautiful Garden Route we sometimes want to get away to an area that is different and remote yet not too far away and it should not cost that much but still feed our souls in a satisfactory way. The Klein Karoo is such a place on our doorstep to escape to […]

Oct 19
The Koup Karoo

The Koup Karoo refers to a fascinating geological depression, one of the most noticeable geographica areas in the south of South Africa, it is a vast arid area between the small and big Swartberg mountains in the south and the Nuweveldberg mountains in the north which rises to about 2000m above sea level. It is […]

Oct 19
Ways to discover the Southern Cape and Karoo

In the Southern Cape and Karoo you find vast stretches of land, mountains, valleys, lakes, a beautiful coastline and so much more. According to the Telkom Phonebook directory the region includes the Garden Route, the Central Karoo, and the eastern part of the Overberg. A very distinct area made up by contrasting regions with each […]

Oct 19
Juan Boucher makes Afrikaans hearts beat faster

After twelve successful years in the entertainment industry, Juan Boucher has become a household name amongst Afrikaans music enthusiasts.  The acclaimed artist, from the Vaal Triangle, is known for his soothing voice, catchy lyrics, energetic melodies and entertaining stage personality. Juan Boucher makes Afrikaans hearts beat faster with new album, single and music video! The Gebore […]

Oct 19
The weather in George

George weather is comfortable and dry in the summer, the winters are long and cool, and it is mostly clear year round. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 8.5°C to 24°C and is rarely below 5°C or above 28.5°C. Based on the tourism score, the best time of year to […]

Oct 19
Golfing in the Garden Route

In 2006 the Garden Route was named 2006 Golf Destination of the Year for Africa by the International Association for Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO). Golf tour operators from 38 countries vote for the IAGTO’s Golf Destination of the Year awards. The Western Cape’s established golfing culture and mild, temperate climate offers a unique, year-round experience […]

Oct 19
Rig platform vessel returns for gas drilling expedition 

Rig platform, the Deepsea Stavanger, arrived in Mossel Bay on 21 August 2020 ahead of its deployment to the Outeniqua Basin where it is scheduled to work on the next phase of the Luiperdpadda Project.  The basin is situated off the coast of Mossel Bay, where energy giant, Total, discovered gas condensate in 2019. Owned […]

Oct 19
Much cheaper – multi journey top ups on smart card

Buying bulk is the smart choice when you top up your Smart Card with bus trips – it’s much cheaper and more convenient too. Top up before you have completely run out of trips, and do so when you’re not in a rush to get to work or school. This is the core message conveyed […]

Oct 19
In and around Calitzdorp, things to do and see

Nowhere is the authentic character of a Little Karoo community and the unique architecture of the region better preserved than here. Calitzdorp is the fruit-bowl of the Little Karoo and source of the country’s finest port wines. Calitzdorp, is surrounded by three mountain ranges – the Swartberg to the north, the leopard-haunted Rooiberge to the south […]

Oct 19
The Tsitsikamma National Park

The Tsitsikamma National Park, part of the Garden Route National Park in South Africa, is a place where you can experience the outdoors, stunning marine life and an adventure filled vacation. Accommodation: Country lodges and hotels Activities: Diving, snorkelling, kayaking, hiking, swimming, climbing, abseiling, mountain biking, sailing, bungee jumping Highlights: Famous Otters and Dolphin trails, […]