The Cape is renowned for exceptional whale sightings each winter. Beat the busier hubs (sorry Hermanus) with a quieter road trip along Overberg backroads and discover a more tranquil trail of whales. ​

Modelled after America's legendary Route 66, South Africa's own version perfects this unrivalled arid road trip. Immerse yourself in sublime scenery, pull over for marvellous milkshakes and embrace the wide-open spaces of the quintessential Karoo with this guide to Route 62.   

This year, the Midlands Meander celebrates 35 years since its inception. Spend a weekend eating your way along the iconic route and discover the new foodie finds. 

Lonely wind pumps and serene sheep suggest a more humdrum countryside, but this route takes in the best views of this vast region and returns to its untouched spaces.

What is it that makes a perfectly iconic Karoo road trip? ​

Prefer scenic and sedate escapes or adventurous, adrenaline-filled capers? South Africa’s most scenic route caters for both leisurely and ballsy road trippers. Buckle up for a epic road trip. 

​Optimism seems to be in short supply these days.

​However, 22 April is Earth Day and this year recognition seems particularly poignant as the globe is held captive by a pandemic. I want to use it to share some good news from across this remarkable planet.

A journey to the Bo-Kaap sheds light on the neglected history of Cape Town's signature spicy dishes.