by Nichole | Last updated Nov 23, 2025 | South Africa
A Typical Day on Safari: Behind the Scenes Look Waking up in the African bush is an experience like no other. My husband and I had always dreamed of going on safari, but we never imagined it would be both so exhilarating and at the same time deeply peaceful. From...
by Nichole | Last updated Aug 18, 2025 | South Africa, Best Wine Africa
Our Self-Guided Wine Tour in Stellenbosch & Franschhoek So, South Africa isn’t just about safaris and epic coastlines. It’s also home to some seriously next-level wine. If you’ve ever heard of Pinotage, that’s their claim to fame. It’s unlike anything you’ll sip...
by Nichole | Last updated Feb 22, 2026 | South Africa
How to Choose an African Safari Lodge: 11 Things to Consider Choosing the right African safari lodge can feel overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time. My husband and I know the feeling. We spent hours scrolling through endless options at every price point,...
by Nichole | Last updated Mar 10, 2026 | South Africa
7 Top Safari Destinations: Insider’s Pros and Cons Guide My husband and I have done safaris in South Africa, Tanzania, and Botswana, and that first game drive is something you’ll never forget. It’s one of those travel moments that stays with you long after the...
by Nichole | Last updated Nov 23, 2025 | South Africa
Sabi Sands vs. Kruger: Here’s How to Decide When my husband and I were planning our South Africa safari, the first big question was: Kruger or Sabi Sands? They’re right next to each other, but the experience can feel totally different. We dug into it and ended...
by Nichole | Last updated Nov 22, 2025 | South Africa, Best Wine Africa
Best South African Wine Regions (+Wineries): Our Favorites! South African wine has officially become one of my favorites. The quality is insanely good, the prices are surprisingly reasonable, and the wineries are gorgeous. Even better, most of the best ones are less...
