It is not hard to find a good steak in South Africa, a country known for its fondness of meat, but I have not found a better one than at Marble Restaurant in Johannesburg. Marble Restaurant, Johannesburg Review Hours...
From Ritzy Bedfordview To Destitute Makause Squatter Camp…
From the posh Village View Shopping Centre in Bedfordview, we drove just a few kilometers away to the Makause Squatter Camp outside Primrose. What a juxtaposition between rich and poor, though the ones who are often caught in the...
Great Coffee In The Posh Village View Shopping Centre Of Bedfordview, South Africa
We stopped for coffee at Tashas in the fancy Village View Shopping Centre in the affluent Gauteng suburb of Bedfordview. Great Coffee In Bedfordview, South Africa We stopped at the Village View Shopping Centre for coffee. Nearby, the Eastgate Shopping...
Review: Shammah Lodge – Middelburg, South Africa
I had a lovely five-night stay at the Shammah Lodge in Middelburg, South Africa, my first experience on a South African farm and a lovely chance to unwind and recharge. Shammah Lodge Review In Middelburg, South Africa Shammah Lodge...
My First Time At Ocean Basket (South African Restaurant Chain)
Over the years during my travel to South Africa, I’ve enjoyed many restaurant chains. Nando’s is still my favorite, but I’ve also enjoyed Mugg & Bean, Spur, Steers, and even Chicken Licken. On my last trip, I had the...
T-Bone Lunch At Rustique Boutique Hotel – Middelburg, South Africa
We stopped for lunch at Rustique Boutique Hotel, well known for its selection of steaks, while on our helicopter tour. What a treat! T-Bone Steak Lunch At Rustique Boutique Hotel In South Africa From a proper braai to biltong snacks...
My Helicopter Ride In South Africa On Bell 206L
I had the unique experience of spending over 90 minutes in a Bell 206L helicopter in South Africa on a journey that surveyed several coal mines. Bell 206L Helicopter From Pretoria To Middelberg, South Africa A ministry supporter who...
Brunch At Ivory Manor Boutique Hotel – Pretoria, South Africa
It was great to be back in South Africa. Rather than hotel hopping this trip, I stayed with good friends in Pretoria. On a pleasant Saturday morning, we enjoyed a lovely brunch at the Ivory Manor Boutique Hotel, a...
South Africa’s Loadshedding Is The Bane Of My Existence…
You may have noticed last week that my blogging was more limited and also delayed. South Africa’s energy crisis and constant loadshedding was to blame…and I’ll never take steady power for granted again. Loadshedding In South Africa…It Makes Blogging...
The Mysterious Cayman Airways 737-300 In Johannesburg
As I was preparing to board my Kenya Airways flight from Johannesburg to Nairobi, I noticed a strange sight: a Cayman Airways 737-300. How did a 737 make it from the Cayman Islands to South Africa? What Was A...
A South African Braai
On my last night in South Africa, I stayed with a friend in Pretoria. There, I enjoyed a proper South African braai (BBQ). What a treat! South African Braai – The Superlative BBQ Experience South Africans take barbecues to...
Desmond Tutu Special Exhibit At Apartheid Museum
Desmond Tutu is a landmark figure in South African history who played a crucial role in the battle against apartheid. An exhibit at the Apartheid Museum traces his life and the tension between churches, including his own, and apartheid...
Photo Essay: Apartheid Museum South Africa
The Apartheid Museum is a must-see when visiting Johannesburg, South Africa. The museum succinctly and frankly tells the story of Apartheid in South Africa and invites further contemplation, no matter what your background is. Apartheid Museum In South Africa,...
Review: Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
I spent two nights at the Hyatt House in the Rosebank neighborhood of Johannesburg. While the hotel had a couple of unsavory quirks, I was happy to have a reasonably-priced Hyatt to rest in. Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank Review...
Great Coffee In Johannesburg (Rosebank)
On my last visit to Johannesburg, I stayed in Melrose Arch and found a few great coffee shops. On this trip, I found a couple more great ones in the trendy Rosebank suburb. Best Coffee In Johannesburg (Rosebank) In my...
Review: Pietermaritzburg Aero Club (PZB)
We arrived at Pietermaritzburg Airport about two hours before our Airlink flight to Johannesburg, which was far too early. Thankfully, we were invited to use the Pietermaritzburg Aero Club, which served as a very comfortable lounge to wait for...
An Austrian Lunch In The KwaZulu-Natal Midlands Of South Africa
South Africa really is a beautiful country. After morning meetings in Pietermaritzburg, we drove out into the country and enjoyed lunch at a quaint Austrian pub called The Bierfassl. It felt like I had stepped into the Germanic world....
An American-Style Diner In Pietermaritzburg, South Africa (Great Coffee Too)
Our hosts decided we would have lunch at the Heavy D Caffeine Cafe in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, a restaurant that resembles an American-style diner. But unlike most American-style diners, the coffee was also excellent. Great Coffee (And Lunch) In...
Great Coffee (And Breakfast) In Hillcrest, South Africa
After landing at King Shaka International Airport in Durban, we stopped by Avis to pick up a car and were soon on our way. We had a bit of time before our first appointment and stopped for coffee (which...
Review: Bidvest Premier Lounge Cape Town (CPT)
Years ago I reviewed the Bidvest Lounge in the international terminal at Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and on my last trip I had the chance to review the Bidvest domestic lounge. Bottom line: it’s a very decent Priority...
