Staying at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve
One of the most common questions I receive from people planning a visit to Cape Town is "can you do a safari near Cape Town or do we need to ...
Staying at The Orchard Cottages at Boschendal
Did you know there are almost 600 wineries in South Africa? I haven't been to all of them of course, but you can't say I'm not trying. I absolutely love ...
Staying On Board the Jackie O Yacht in Cape Town
Living in Cape Town means having access to hundreds of bucket-list experiences, which people travel far and wide to come see, right on your doorstep. But there are so many ...
My Ultimate Carry-On Packing Guide
I really respect people who can travel with just a carry-on, but I am not one of them! Even just a weekend up to see my folks involves checked-in luggage, ...
Staying at the Ravenala Attitude in Mauritius
To celebrate my 30th birthday, I wanted to go on a proper, unpack-your-suitcase, tropical island holiday.
Staying at Samara Private Game Reserve
Winter in the South African bush is something truly magnificent. Going on a game drive in the early morning cold, experiencing those few minutes before the sun comes up, waiting ...
What to Pack for 36 Hours in New York
If you grew up watching Sex & The City like I did, you'd be forgiven for believing everyone in New York to be impossibly stylish, waltzing the streets in sky-high ...
The Ultimate Guide to 36 Hours in New York
Sure, the more time you have in New York, the better! But even if you only have a couple of nights available, you can still see so much! For my ...
Reader Recommendations: The Top 15 Icons to See in New York
I'm turning 30 this year and I do not plan on playing it down or allowing it to slip by with little fanfare and even less cake. I actually can't ...
Book Your Spot: TOAM Reunion Island September Getaways
After visiting Reunion Island 5 times myself and receiving countless questions from readers and friends eager to visit, I decided to develop the Tails Of A Mermaid Reunion Island Getaways ...