Dealing with Colds and Flu in the Warmer Months
We typically associate colds and flu with chilly weather, envisioning long winter nights snuggled up with a warm blanket and a hot cup of tea,
Dealing with Colds and Flu in the Warmer Months
We typically associate colds and flu with chilly weather, envisioning long winter nights snuggled up with a warm blanket and a hot cup of tea,
Enjoy a peaceful farm stay at Oppi Plaas Abek in Hazyview
Oppi Plaas Abek, located in the heart of the South African Lowveld, is where you can experience a peaceful farm environment away from it all.
Experience the unique beauty of the West Coast at Whispering Whale Luxury Apartments
In one of the most beautiful natural landscapes in South Africa, on the Cape West Coast, Whispering Whale Luxury Apartments is to be found in
Highlands Lodge Guesthouse – your central accommodation in Durbanville, Cape Town
Seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Cape Town’s Northern Suburbs? Escape the bustle of the city and discover a peaceful haven at Highlands
Enjoy boutique accommodation in Fish Hoek at 55 on Main
Conveniently located in the central hub of quaint Fish Hoek, 55 on Main offers comfortable and stylish self-catering accommodation for couples, families, business travellers or
Transforming spaces with the magic of acoustic panels
In the realm of interior design and room ambiance, there’s an unsung hero that frequently gets overlooked – sound. Yes, you heard right. The way
How Music Affects Your Gambling Session in the Online Casino
The concept of online casinos isn’t new to anyone. It has been around for over two decades, tempting professional gamblers and newbies seeking exciting entertainment
Get your boost of adrenaline at Adventure Zone
Adventure Zone offers a wide range of activities to satisfy adventure lovers of all ages. This includes individuals, private social groups, school groups, as well
Mwandi View in Kavimba: Relax and unwind in a beautiful setting!
Looking for a unique safari experience? Look no further than Mwandi View, a safari camp located in Kavimba, Botswana, overlooking the Chobe River and floodplain
Royston Hall – Historical House and Nature at its Best
Located 118kms south of Durban, Royston Hall is a stately Victorian manor house steeped in history and old-world charm near Port Shepstone. Nestled in its
Savour some great coffee at Quaffee’s Coffee Roastery
Located on the Buitenverwachting Wine Farm in Constantia, Quaffee is a coffee roastery specializing in selecting and supplying freshly roasted coffee to fellow coffee lovers.
Unwrap Cape Town’s vibrant food scene with Cape Town Culinary Tours!
Forget the impersonal, rushed tourist traps! Cape Town Culinary Tours takes you on a personalized odyssey, guided by passionate locals who breathe life into the
Old world charm and elegance at Holland House in Durban
Located in the leafy suburb of Morningside in Durban, Holland House offers bed and breakfast and self-catering accommodation – close enough to the city and
Lakes, mountains and spectacular views at Eagles Nest Resort
Located in the heart of the South African Garden Route, Eagles Nest Resort is ideally situated between Wilderness and Sedgefield on the N2. Built on
Safari for Six – your guide to St Lucia safaris and adventures!
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Safari for Six, which operates from St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal. Located just a 2.5-hour drive from King Shaka International Airport,
Stay in an enchanted forest haven at Kululapa
Situated in the lush forested highlands of the Karkloof mist belt, in the Natal Midlands, Kululapa offers a unique place to commune with nature at
Glautier Auto Detailing – professionalism and passion combined to give you an excellent result
In my experience the best service offered by businesses comes from those that are owner managed and where the owner has a passion for his
Tapas Bar and Restaurant Is Legendary
Twenty Five years ago Brooks Hill in Gqeberha or Port Elizabeth as it was known then was the epitome of the party scene and Tapas,
White Shark Projects offers adventures that will last a lifetime
White Shark Projects, located in Gansbaai, is a renowned global research organisation focusing on the conservation and health of our oceans as well as offering
Blanco Guest Farm: Your ideal family Christmas getaway
As the year draws to a close, Blanco Guest Farm, in Tarkastad, is ready to celebrate this festive season with you and your loved ones.
Reasons to pack your bags and visit Blanco Guest Farm in Tarkastad
Tarkastad, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Eastern Cape, comes alive with unparalleled charm and beauty, especially in December. It is here
An upbeat and cheerful dining experience at Smiley’s Darling Diner
Charming host, Smiley Mudada, is the owner of Smiley’s Darling Diner, located in the town of Darling just inland from the West Coast. This popular
Unleash your potential with EcoTraining – become a qualified safari guide!
As we step into the New Year, consider making it a year of transformative experiences and your positive impact on the planet. EcoTraining, a pioneer
An amazing interactive experience at Garden Route Birds of Prey Centre
The Garden Route Birds of Prey Centre was established in 2018 by falconers Bertus and Lizette Beukes, and is located in the Garden Route Botanical
Unleash holiday family fun at ZA Cheetah Conservation Cheetah Experience!
This holiday season, take your family and kids on an unforgettable wildlife adventure at the ZA Cheetah Conservation Cheetah Experience in Bela Bela, Limpopo. Whether
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!