Nelspruit Botanical Garden. Photo: Images24_Beeld_Alan Murdoch

Getting  through the alphabet of South Africa and its surrounds can be quite a humorous task... but it will definitely take you beyond point A and B.

Abseiling in Outshoorn is something that should not be missed. Venturing down the mountains and capturing the beautiful Garden Route will keep you gasping in amazement.

Be at one with the dolphins in Ballito. Nestled between the fields of KwaZulu-Natal’s famous Green Gold is the golden beaches and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.

Don’t forget that camera! No trip is complete without capturing the moments of every trip and experience.

Known as the home to Evita Bezuidenhout, the little town of Darling is filled with Evita’s dramatic presence as well as beautiful flowers. So why not have a stop over the next time you happen to drive pass it.

Nothing beats the getting the through the alphabet of South Africa can be quite humorous task and anticipation of knowing that the long-awaited holiday that you’ve planned has finally arrived.

One word - friends! No road trip or weekend away is complete without taking along your best friends. You are guaranteed some of the most fun times.

The Garden Route is a place of exquisite beauty. It includes one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline as mountains crowd close to a shoreline dotted with beaches and bays, and vividly coloured wild flowers that delight the eye.

Why not check out the coastline of Durban or Cape Town from above. That’s right, take a helicopter ride and enjoy the coast from up above.

Whatever it may be, leave all issues behind. It will make the trip so much more worth it and enjoyable.

For a great surfing experience, catch a couple of waves at Jeffreys Bay.

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The Cape has an abundance of shopping mall but if you’re in the Durban area, check out that La Lucia Mall.

No trip should go without music. Download the latest tracks onto your MP3/ipod and that long road trip to your destination will be hastened up.

The capital of Mpumalanga, Nelspruit is the gateway to the Kruger National Park. With its sub-tropical climate and lush covered hills, it is the ideal base from which to explore Mpumalanga.

An open mind will guarantee optimum fun as you explore your travel destination.

If theatre tickles your fancy, then check out the theatrical side of Pretoria. Theatres such as the Performer, Centurion Theatre and The Barnyard Theatre will keep you entertained.

Before you travel, query all uncertainties that you may have so that you are ensured a smooth trip.

Known as the fruit producer of South Africa, Robertson offers some of the finest wines in South Africa.

Want to experience some the greatest clear night skies? Stargaze in our deserts. You can’t get an even clearer sky. Constellations will keep you enticed till the early hours of the morning.

Table Mountain is Cape Town's world-famous landmark. So why not take a cable car and venture up to see the city in all its splendid glory.

Upington is a town of beautifully landscaped gardens, many rosebeds and large, graceful trees - all wrapped in the fertile Orange River Valley.

One of the most beautiful waterfalls, the Victoria Falls, certainly deserves it world heritage site status. Depending on the season, it provides spectacular views from either Zambia or Zimbabwe.

Pack your bags and head into the Winelands. It deserves some exploring. You'll learn about the country’s best wines as you indulge your taste buds.

Xenophobia has no place in South Africa!

After some seriousness, nothing beats yachting along our coastline, just ask team Shosholoza.

Zzzzzzzzz…after exploring, nothing beats resting your head and having that perfect African dream. 

 

 

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