Tag Archive: Personal
10 Blogging Tips for 2018
Although it’s been pretty quiet around here so far this year, I’m actually really excited about what 2018 holds for Tails Of A Mermaid. I’m busy wrapping up a big freelance project that has kept me busy from 8am-5pm every day, and I can’t wait to get stuck back into this blog. I get a […]
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Reader Recommendations: 20 Books to Read in 2018
Happy 2018! It’s been a little quiet over here as I took a much-needed break over Christmas and New Years to road trip the east coast of South Africa. Then it took me a little while to get back into blogging, but I’m back home, back to work and ready for an exciting year! I’ve […]
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What to Pack for a Road Trip in South Africa
With thousands of kilometres of (relatively) well-maintained roads, beautiful landscapes, diverse scenery and idyllic towns, South Africa is the road tripper’s dream destination. It’s hard to decide which part of South Africa is best for road trips, and that depends on what experiences you’re after and what kind of landscape you love. I love mixing […]
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Our 2018 Bathroom Makeover Inspiration
Since we moved into our place in 2015, we’ve spent countless hours lovingly upgrading and updating the empty shell we first bought. It’s been a really fun and interesting process and to be honest, I have loved every moment of it. After getting the boring stuff like blinds and a proper garage door out the […]
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#WalkMyCity: Woodstock Street Art
I always say there’s no better way to explore a city than by foot. Pounding the pavement gives you the opportunity to really feel the city – get in touch with the smells (not always that great tbh), the energy and especially the people. My neighbourhood of Woodstock is one of the brightest and most […]
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15 One-Piece Swimsuits You Need This Summer
I personally love a one-piece swimsuit. And not just because I’ve given my life over to carbs. I just really love the look (a kind-of mysterious sexiness) and I think one-pieces are far more comfortable than bikinis. People often ask me where I shop my cute one-piece suits, and this year we’re all in luck […]
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Looking back at 2017
What a year! In keeping with tradition, I’m taking a moment to pause and reflect on everything I’ve seen and done this year before the mad rush of the festive season fully sets in. I just re-read my posts from the end of 2015 and 2016 and it actually made me feel so emotional! One […]
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10 Christmas Gifts Any Travel-Obsessed Girl Will Love
My boyfriend always says it’s hard to shop for me, but I can’t imagine why. I literally love all presents! His argument is that I already have everything I need, which is fair enough. But do I have everything I want? I think not. I’m a big believer in gifting spoils, rather than that gifts […]
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What to Pack for Summer in Cape Town
The weather in Cape Town is, in a word, unpredictable. Which makes packing for your first visit kind of confusing. Add to that the fact that many visitors think it’s not-stop safari as soon as they land and you’ve got way too much khaki and not nearly enough cute dresses on your hands. The reality […]
read moreNovember 13, 2017 / by natalie / #franscHHoek, #meetsouthafrica, #Stellenblog, #visitStellenbosch, Cape Town, Food & Wine, Food and wine, Personal, South Africa, Stellenbosch, Travel
My Guide to Having The Best Time in Cape Town This Summer
Summer in Cape Town is pretty dang exceptional. There’s a major buzz in the air, the streets are always milling with tanned locals and visitors from around the world and the extra long days mean more time for activities! Whether it’s your first visit to the Mother City or your annual return to the mountain, […]
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