Festivals, Fun, and Fabulous Events: The Yearly Highlights. Looking for the best events and festivals on the Garden Route and Klein Karoo? From thrilling motorsport and live music to food, wine, art, …
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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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Freedom Day in South Africa: Past, Present and Future
by Ypie6 minutes readDiscover the meaning and legacy of South Africa’s Freedom Day, celebrated every year on 27 April. This in-depth article explores the history of the country’s first democratic elections in 1994, the lasting …
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What is so special about the Garden Route?
by Ypie5 minutes readDiscover what makes South Africa’s Garden Route special: lush forests, pristine beaches, rugged mountains, adventure, and the contrasting beauty of the Klein Karoo.
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Wild cars and superstars set for King of the Hill challenge
by Ypie9 minutes readExperience the thrill of the Simola Hillclimb Knysna as wild cars and superstar drivers battle for the King of the Hill title in South Africa’s top motorsport event. May 1 – 4, …