Cape Town Carnival is just around the corner! This Mardi Gras-style festival, held on March 16th, is free to attend and promises an unforgettable experience. The parade will take over the Fan Walk in Green Point, showcasing whimsical floats, vibrant dancers, and lively marchers. This year’s theme, VUKA UKHANYE! Rise ‘n Shine, encourages everyone to…
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The Top 10 things every first-time visitor to Kansas City should never miss
My friend Darryl from https://globetrottinggrandpa.com/ has kindly provided me with a guest blog. He believes that ” Tis not too late to seek a newer world” . He writes about travel fitness and poetry. Darryl is based in the Mid-West of the USA. His posts are always interesting to read so please do have a look…
How to take brilliant beach photos: 16 easy tips
I love the beach. Living in a coastal city has been a true blessing. And I missed the sea whilst living in Essen, Germany, which is landlocked. I never got to visit the beaches of Europe, which added to my beach blues. Now that I’m back home, I take way too many photos of the…
Unpacking the not so glamorous politics of Crazy Rich Asians
Spoiler Alert Please don’t read this post if you haven’t seen the film and hate spoilers. I will be unpacking the film by looking at the politics behind the storyline. I found the film laugh out loud funny and felt inspired to write this post. It’s a romantic comedy about a “poor” (she’s an economics…
How to find free events in your city
January can be a tough month. After the holiday season, many of us are feeling the pinch from Christmas expenses and New Year celebrations. But don’t let a tight budget dampen your social life! Whether you’re in Cape Town or anywhere else in the world, finding free events is easier than you think. Here’s a…
How to fix the problem of over tourism
How to fix the problems caused by overtourism
What is reconciliation day?
The day of reconciliation, widely known as reconciliation, is a national public holiday in South Africa. Reconciliation Day seeks to promote racial unity, reconciliation, and a sense of togetherness amongst all South Africans. It was created to help build a collective national identity after South Africa’s first democratic elections, which took place in 1994. In…
How to make delicious Gluhwein this Christmas
Glühwein is a spicy mulled wine sold in Germany and Austria around Christmas time. It is heated and immediately warms you up. I find the fruity flavour delightful. I usually bought Glühwein at the Christmas markets I went to in Germany. Now that I’m back home in South Africa, I miss the spectacular German Christmas…
How to have fun on First Thursdays in Cape Town
Cape Town’s First Thursdays is a monthly celebration of art, culture, and community that takes place on the first Thursday of each month. It’s a vibrant event where you can explore the city’s shops, art galleries, restaurants, and bars after dark. Many places that are usually closed in the evening open their doors for this…
A great one day guide to Vienna
Vienna, a city steeped in history, has been a political juggernaut through periods of great development and decline. My one-day visit allowed me to explore the baroque-styled buildings and castles that house exquisite artworks, both graphic and musical. The Viennese passion for coffee is evident from the coffee cafes lining the cobblestoned streets. If you’re…
16 Days of Activism without a national plan to stop gender based violence
Trigger warning: This post discusses violence against women and children. Please don’t continue reading if you will be emotionally disturbed by this article. Yesterday was the first day of the 16 Days of Activism Campaign, which seeks to create awareness and stop violence against women and children. 16 Days of activism for nonviolence against women…
The gentrification of the Bo-Kaap
For those of you who haven’t read my previous post on the Bo-Kaap, it’s a vibrant community in Cape Town known for its brightly painted homes. Many of the original residents are descendants of slaves, as the Bo-Kaap was historically a slave community. Today, its colourful homes make it a popular tourist destination, with people…
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