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10 ultimate stays in Hogsback for nature lovers
For nature lovers, this Eastern Cape hamlet is the ideal getaway with its many waterfalls, forests and very affordable accommodation. TripAdvisor lists accommodation rated by guests, but as much as we...
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The sceptic’s guide to Thailand
Cynical about the much travelled Thailand? So was Getaway‘s Kati Auld, until she went there. Here’s why she’s now a convert. I am sitting at the water’s edge with a Chang beer when I notice that a...
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Getaway guides: the best places we visited this year
For most of us, research is one of the best things about travel. As great as it is to know about the quirky guesthouse your friend stayed in, sometimes you’re looking for a more, um, thorough approach....
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How to build a sandcastle like a South African
Learning to love a Kiwi, our columnist finds, is only one Swedish castle away. Photo by Sanjin Tulac I was in Phuket one Christmas, visiting my friend Andre. He lives in Nai Harn with his wife and...
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Beating the budget in Barcelona
Barcelona is a dream destination for most travellers; but when you’re arriving with rands, you’ll need to stretch them as far as you can. So what’s worth your while, and what should you miss? Here’s...
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Vegetable jalousie recipe
What on earth is a jalousie? It’s one of our best vegetarian Christmas recipes this summer, and it’s as fun to say as it is easy to make. Everyone can relax! There might come a time in your life...
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15 fantastic cocktail spots in Cape Town to try this summer
Where to find 15 of the coolest cocktail spots in Cape Town this summer, from rooftop bars to sand-between-your-toes venues. While nobody seems to be sure where the word “cocktail” originated, there...
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10 things nobody tells you about learning to dive
Diving is one of the most miraculous experiences a human being can have; it’s also one of the most insane, when you think about it. Photo taken at Star Walls, Hout Bay, by Almasi Sudi. I recently...
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Take a peek at our new redesign issue!
To kickstart a bucket list, begin here… Somewhere in South America there’s a river that slices through the forest like an aqua scythe. I’ve read that when dark falls – in the forest it’s so dark that...
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The luckiest man on Earth
Sometimes it takes a visit to somewhere far to be reminded of the good things you have close to home. Life lessons can come anywhere, even in a shoe store in Hamburg. That morning I’d hired a bike and...
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Getaway wildlife calendar: your Christmas gift from us
Our January issue comes with a free wildlife calendar valued at R120! Consider it our gift to you as you enter the new year. This fantastic free calendar that comes with the new redesigned January...
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Clarens is the perfect weekend getaway awaiting your exploration
Clarens has it all: a cosy village atmosphere, great farm stays and statuesque mountains – and that’s where you should head, says Melanie Van Zyl. In the south-eastern corner of the Free State, this...
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Riverwhacking the Zambezi
Dream of a truly wild adventure? This is one, exploring a part of an iconic river that most of the time doesn’t exist. It was beautiful, and Gerrit Rautenbach came back totally zenned out. A Barotse...
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Xolobeni: the value of sand and dreams of tourism
Waterfalls, abundant rivers, indigenous forests and red dunes – Niq Mhlongo fell in love with Xolobeni’s wild and ancient beauty. Photographs by Teagan Cunniffe. At first glance, as I slowly guide the...
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A summer night’s dream in Jozini
Northern KwaZulu-Natal is a place of big stories, and a big conservation idea has been brewing in Jozini that could make the area another of SA’s strongest drawcards, writes Sonya Schoeman. But will it...
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Sussing out Sri Lanka: exploring the other side of the Indian Ocean
In September, I went to the other side of the Indian Ocean to visit beautiful Sri Lanka. I explored the southern coast and found a piece of paradise, before making my way up to the capital Colombo...
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In photos: a classic ride along Route 62
Route 62 is one of those classic South African road trips you just have to do. For our January issue, I assembled a gang and headed out along this iconic route on two Royal Enfield Classic 500s. They...
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Why fatbiking is the best way to see the Wild Coast
The secret beaches and hidden coves of South Africa’s most beautiful coastline can only be reached by foot or bicycle – and for the adventurous, this opens up an epic new way to explore the Wild Coast....
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The ultimate travel list: 10 places to go in 2017
Welcome to a new year and a whole bunch of new places waiting to be explored. There are countless lists all across the interwebs telling you the hottest destinations and the next ‘it’ adventure. We’ve...
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Lisbon: a budget-friendly guide to the good life
Lisbon is famed for its long sunny afternoons, developing foodie scene, and beautiful beaches – and it’s one of the most affordable cities in Europe, which makes it a hotspot for South Africans. Here’s...
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