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15 of the quirkiest places to stay around the world

Fancy spending in a night in a pineapple, treehouse or even a converted jail? These amazing places to stay around the world are bizarre, beautiful, and definitely worth travelling for.   1. Dog Bark...

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10 unusual date ideas in and around Johannesburg

Looking for a great date idea? We’ve unearthed 10 fun and unusual date ideas in and around Johannesburg. Also read: 10 things to do in Joburg that won’t cost a fortune 13 unusual places to eat in...

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14 amazing libraries from around the world

Beyond being mere storehouses for books, these libraries are aesthetically pleasant on the eye even to book non-enthusiasts and have amazing stories behind them. From epic tales of how they were...

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18 great curry restaurants in Cape Town

Need a winter warmer? If you enjoy a good curry, here are 18 restaurants in Cape Town worth visiting. Most are Indian while some are Malay, but all have either been personally tried and tested or come...

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17 breakfast meals around the globe

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, providing us with energy and nutrients throughout the day. It also goes without saying that we all have different preferences when it comes to what to...

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8 top photo spots in the Northern Cape

The Northern Cape is South Africa’s biggest province and stretches over a variety of astonishing landscapes, from the cool, character-filled West Coast, across the succulent Nama-Karoo towards the...

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Doha: the fresh prince of Persia

Figuring out Doha, for most travellers, boils down to figuring out how to get from Gate A to E via the doughnut stand. Qatar is a small country in the middle of not very much, and for most South...

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The best of #MyCanonWorld for July

Our final selection of the #MyCanonWorld competition is out, scroll down to see who’s won and stay tuned for the final overall winner! This final monthly selection is from the competition we ran over...

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Not a chance in swell

There’s a reason we grew legs and walked out of the sea… Does this ever happen to you? You’re at a dinner party and everybody starts to bond over the things they dislike the most. Like traffic, and...

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Phelps raced a ‘shark’ and people are pretty disappointed

For many viewers there was only one thing the shark needed to be… real. In South Africa, the Discovery Channel’s Shark Week started off swimmingly on Monday, 24 July. For nearly three decades, this...

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Seven days on horseback through the Baviaanskloof

The evocative Baviaanskloof is a place of towering rock echoing with the call of baboons and bird song. Here, trails lead off into terrain worthy of Lord of the Rings, and the landscape changes with...

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Top 8 stays in Umhlanga for a seaside holiday

This cluster of apartment blocks and high-rise hotels on a fine stretch of beach (with a promenade to match) is one of South Africa’s most sought-after destinations. In winter it’s sunny and the...

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3 of the best sandwich recipes for your next road trip

The next time you head out for a road-trip or hike, consider these three sandwich recipes. They are delicious, filling and will remain super-fresh for anything between two to five hours without turning...

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7 prime tips to keeping your sandwiches super-fresh

We know how frustrating a soggy sandwich can be after a long tiresome hike or drive. To help solve that problem, we have just the right tips to help ensure your sandwiches remain super-fresh for your...

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12 of our favourite farm stays around South Africa

Here are 12 must-visit spots that’ll get you away from the crowds and close to simple pleasures and (if you’re lucky) some delicious home-made food.   1. The Red Shed Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape...

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Explore 10 cultures of the world in Cape Town

The Mother City is a network of cultures that reflect the heritage of her people. It is also a place that people of different nationalities now call home. With them, they have brought traditions which...

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A look at 14 film festivals around the world

Films tug at our heart strings because, in one way or the other, we often relate to the experiences of the characters or we find ourselves moved by the quality of a soundtrack evoking emotions in us....

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Head in the clouds: road tripping the Panorama Route

In need of a break and a change of scenery, Ishay Govender-Ypma and her husband packed the car and headed for the Panorama Route on a simple quest: explore, unwind and recharge. Photographs by Teagan...

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11 things I learnt hanging out with cyclists

In our August issue, we feature a new and fun way to explore the pristine beaches of southern Mozambique that involves pedalling. As part of the assignment, I went on the first of its kind tour with...

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5 reasons why we travel

While on assignment uncovering the Northern Cape’s hidden treasures, I met passionate locals and was awestruck by the hidden and unique beauty of the biggest province of our country. I also had the...

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