



Experience luxury and true African hospitality at African Spirit Game Lodge in Mkuze
Located within the 24 000ha Manyoni Private Game Reserve outside Mkuze, African Spirit Game Lodge offers comfortable accommodation to single guests, families and large groups




Experience luxury and true African hospitality at African Spirit Game Lodge in Mkuze
Located within the 24 000ha Manyoni Private Game Reserve outside Mkuze, African Spirit Game Lodge offers comfortable accommodation to single guests, families and large groups



Casa Mia Guest House provides comfortable accommodation in Cape Town
Offering amazing views of the Mother City and top-notch, sanitised facilities in a great location, Casa Mia Guest House is a Tuscan-styled establishment providing affordable



Hands-on educational elephant interactions at Hartbeespoort Elephant Sanctuary
Did you know that an African elephant’s brain can weigh as much as 5kg? Learn about these other facts about elephants when you visit the



Win with Walkersons Hotel & Spa’s special offers
With summer drawing to a close you’re probably feeling a little restless… and you are perhaps dreaming of an escape to the countryside, to breath



Discover why Kgalagadi Lifestyle Lodge is a true Kalahari gem
In as far as social distancing-inspired vacations go, the Kgalagadi Lifestyle Lodge, is in a league of its own. It is situated in the vast



Farraway Farm in Underberg is a beautiful destination for nature lovers
Situated on the 90ha Farraway Farm in Underberg, with unmatched beautiful natural views of the Drakensberg area, the Hilltop and Shepherd’s Cottages offer memorable self-catering



Create lasting memories at Schaftplaas Accommodation and Wedding Venue in Langebaan
When you turn on to the farm road to Schaftplaas, you instinctively know why you’re here … fresh air, beautiful scenery and West Coast Hospitality



Recently launched Black Mane Butcher & Grill: The Kalahari’s newest attraction
Renowned for possessing some of South Africa’s finest gems, including the diamond mines in Kimberley, the highest-quality agricultural exports and, not to mention, the Kgalagadi



Oryx 4X4: Transport to tackle the Kalahari terrain
The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, with an abundance of flora and fauna sightings in the Kalahari Desert, offers a beautiful and diverse wildlife escape to travellers



Paradise Beach Self-Catering Apartments promises peaceful and safe holidays in Langebaan
If you are looking for the ideal social distancing vacation, an escape to the Paradise Beach Self-Catering Apartments in Langebaan, on the West Coast, near



Top Accommodation in the Drakensberg to make your stay memorable
A trip to the world famous Drakensberg mountain range sees many whipping out their camera time and time again, The region’s beauty gives meaning to



Enjoy a getaway to the Stone Cottage in the heart of the Western Cape Karoo
I have long been a person, who enjoys the simple things in life; peaceful surroundings, the beautiful natural environment, as well as being able to



Kiff Kombi Tours delivers memorable Cape Town bachelor’s, bachelorette parties
Whether it’s a bachelor’s or bachelorette party or a fun corporate outing, Cape Town and the nearby Winelands have so much on offer for the



Hopewell Private Game Reserve is luxurious, exclusive and unique
Located off the R72 between Port Elizabeth and Alexandria, in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, Hopewell Private Game Reserve deserves all of its



Antrim Villa Guesthouse provides award-winning, luxury accommodation in Cape Town
Boasting late 19th Century charm and class, Antrim Villa Guesthouse provides luxury and intimate Victorian-style accommodation in Green Point, Cape Town. Your safety during this



Enjoy memorable country stays at Sani Window Bed & Breakfast in Underberg
Sani Window Bed & Breakfast is an ideal option for those looking for bed and breakfast or self-catering country-style accommodation in Underberg, in the Southern



Experience Mpumalanga at Little Pilgrims Boutique Hotel in Hazyview
Indulge yourself with a little luxury at Little Pilgrims Boutique Hotel in Hazyview. Your stay here, places you close to the world-famous Kruger National Park



Gooderson Monks Cowl Golf Resort is a spectacular Drakensberg destination
Situated on a spectacular 9-hole, 18 Tee Box golf course in the Central Drakensberg, Monks Cowl Golf Resort is a great choice for families and



The Best Day Hiking Trails in the Drakensberg
The Drakensberg has long been a hiker’s paradise for any outdoor enthusiast. The beautiful scenery and backdrops make for picturesque views throughout. A trip to



305 Guest House in Amanzimtoti – a wonderful place to unwind and relax!
Expect top-notch facilities, amazing views of the Indian Ocean and an all-round relaxing, luxury experience at the 4-Star 305 Guest House in Amanzimtoti. Besides a



Embrace the Peace and Beauty of the Drakensberg at Winterton Country Lodge
Winterton Country Lodge offers ideal escapes to the beautiful Drakensberg and the Winterton area. Spoil yourself and be embraced by peace and tranquillity in the



Top Activities in the Drakensberg
The Drakensberg Mountains are the perfect tourist destination, particularly in this era of travel during the Covid19 crisis. It’s a place where social distancing comes



Awelani Lodge in Masisi offers easy access into northern Kruger National Park
From its location on a 1000ha eco-park in Masisi, Limpopo, the 3-Star Awelani Lodge provides easy access to the Kruger National Park’s northern section through



Experience authentic Africa on an exclusive safari at Mutale Falls Safari Camp
Situated in the beautiful Makuya Reserve, in northern Limpopo, Mutale Falls Safari Camp provides safari enthusiasts a true opportunity to get away from it all



Memorable holidays at Nahakwe Lodge near Modjadjiskloof, Limpopo
From your base at the 4-Star Nahakwe Lodge near Modjadjiskloof, you will appreciate the exceptional beauty and tranquillity of the Limpopo region. Given all that
Finding great accommodation, restaurants, spas adventure and more
Actually, Home Food and Travel offers a lot more than just reviews of accommodation, restaurants, spas and adventure activities. We also visit great destinations, receive advice from interior designers and stop to smell the roses and taste the coffee.
Our team of journalists are seasoned travels and love visiting the myriad of exciting places around South Africa. Whether it is off the beaten track or in the heart of the top attractions of the country, we’ll be there,
Home Food and Travel advice on finding the right accommodation
So what is the right accommodation? Well more often than not, it’s your travel budget that dictates the type of accommodation that you choose.
Expensive is not always better. Our team at Home Food and Travel will tell you that they have camped in areas with limited ablutions and had a wonderful holiday. They have also spent a night in a five star hotel only to be disappointed because their expectations exceeded the experience.
The reason for your travels will also affect your choice. A business trip requires different amenities to a beach holiday.
Our articles, reviews and experiences can certainly help you make your decision.
Restaurants with a good mix of service, food and ambiance
To my mind a great restaurant offers three things – excellent service, great food and a wonderful ambiance. Of these, service is the most important.
No matter that the food is delicious and the setting delightful, poor service can ruin the occasion. However, great service combined with mediocre meal and a plane jane restaurant can still be a pleasant night out.
We’ve eaten in restaurants that are really dirty but with incredible food and couldn’t help but give a rave review. We’ve also hardly noticed what we ate because the setting was just amazing.
However, the best restaurants come with the best of service, food and ambiance.
Spas are the ultimate relaxation aid
How do you know when you have had a great spa experience? The answer, of course, is when you doze off on the treatment table.
Well that’s our theory anyway. It also doesn’t take a grand location with enormous facilities for a spa to be really good
A small, personal spa that is owner run can result in the best massage you have ever experienced. However, the grand spas in five star hotels offer unsurpassed facilities in an environment that just makes the stress in your shoulders and neck melt away before you even finish checking in.
Adventure!
You don’t have to be an adrenaline junky to enjoy an exciting experience. In fact, what are commonly termed adventure activities usually have incredibly high safety standards and unblemished safety records.
Ziplining, bungy jumping and shark cage diving are all very safe. It’s just that our mind tells us we are craaazzzzyyyy to be doing this.
On the road to great places of accommodation, restaurants, spas and adventure activities
If you’re driving, be safe and make use of all the wonderful farm stalls that populate South Africa’s open roads.
If you overhear somebody asking a lot of questions or see someone taking photos of empty bedrooms chances are it’s one of our Home Food and Travel team members.
We’re out looking or those great places of accommodation, restaurants, spas and adventure activities.
See you on the road!
Top Read Articles
- Discover why Kgalagadi Lifestyle Lodge is a true Kalahari gem
- Casa Mia Guest House provides comfortable accommodation in Cape Town
- Experience luxury and true African hospitality at African Spirit Game Lodge in Mkuze
- Win with Walkersons Hotel & Spa’s special offers
- Recently launched Black Mane Butcher & Grill: The Kalahari’s newest attraction