A slow-drive backroad adventure from Riversdale to Albertinia reveals rolling farmland, the Sleeping Beauty of the Langeberg and aloe fields in the heart of the Garden Route.
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Explorer at heart, Ypie Kingma has called South Africa’s Garden Route home for 20+ years: crafting road trips, sharing local secrets, hidden gems, and stories to help you explore like a local. Welcome to my world!
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Valentine’s Day Escapes along South Africa’s Garden Route
by Ypie2 minutes readLooking for the perfect Valentine’s Day getaway in South Africa? The Garden Route offers couples an unforgettable escape filled with romance, adventure and breathtaking scenery. From sunset views at the Knysna Heads …
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It’s official: The Garden Route has been crowned the #1 Road Trip in the world for 2026. Outscoring icons like Route 66 and the Amalfi Coast, our coastal corridor is now globally …
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The Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe: From Heritage Icon to Sweet Return
by Ypie3 minutes readThe Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe, South Africa’s iconic steam train, once ran along the scenic 67 km route between George and Knysna on the Garden Route. After floods and infrastructure challenges forced its closure in …
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Things to Do in George: A Fun-Filled Day at Redberry Farm
by Ypie4 minutes readSearching for things to do in George on the Garden Route? Redberry Farm offers strawberry picking, a giant hedge maze, family-friendly restaurants and activities for all ages.
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Calitzdorp, the wine capital of the Klein Karoo along South Africa’s Garden Route, continues to earn global recognition as British Master of Wine Tim Atkin praises the region’s world-class quality and outstanding …
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Experience Klein Karoo Klassique 2025 in Oudtshoorn
by Ypie4 minutes readFrom 8 to 10 August 2025, the Klein Karoo Klassique returns to Oudtshoorn with a rich weekend of classical music, art, book talks, and family-friendly fun. Expect top-tier performances, interactive kids’ concerts, …
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Dive straight in to not miss the Plett Ocean Festival this winter
by Ypie3 minutes readDiscover the magic of Plettenberg Bay this winter at the 2025 Plett Ocean Festival. From marine science talks and kids’ ocean workshops to surfing contests and seal conservation, this one-of-a-kind coastal festival …
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This article explores the wide-ranging benefits of travel, highlighting how venturing beyond your usual environment can positively impact creativity, mental health, happiness, perspective, relationships, personal growth, and more. Drawing from experiences on …
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Celebrating Women’s Day in South Africa: a tribute to Strength, Struggle and Sisterhood
by Ypie8 minutes readEvery year on August 9th, South Africa commemorates National Women’s Day — a powerful tribute to the 1956 march against apartheid pass laws and a celebration of the enduring strength of South …