When travelling into nature, deep into the South African bushveld, we don’t often stop to appreciate the less-sought-after elements of the biome. Most adventurers search tirelessly through the thicket along the gravel roads to spot an elusive creature or calm giant; the game life always steals the show. We rarely tend to pause and stare,…
12 Best Sounds of the Bush
Journeying into the bush, across South Africa, isn’t only about seeing wild animals in their natural habitat – it is about the whole ecosystem and the plant life and biome which are the foundation of the habitat, it is about spending time with loved ones to create special memories and to get away from the…
Mabs Lekker Braai Pie
There are many words associated with Afrikaans heritage, but none more synonymous than “braai”. “Kom ons braai”, “Ons gaan nou braai”, “Gaan ons braai saam die rugby?” and the currently very trendy: “Brrraai Pie” (said with a very thick accent). We absolutely adore this heritage, and the unique flavour it brings to our colourful, multi-linguistic…
DIGITAL DETOX
We’ve all heard of the term “digital detox” at some point or another, but why should you be doing it? What effect could it possibly have on you and your family to kick the tech while vacationing at Mabalingwe? And, how can you effectively implement a digital detox with your internet-hungry kids? Benefits to ditching…
A Walk on the Wild Side
We have to admit, there is something special about being in the South African bushveld. It isn’t just about the holiday or the break away from busy city life; it’s more a feeling, a calling to come home. As South Africans, we are used to piling into a relative’s bakkie and scouring the landscape for…