It’s an unbeatable setting to enjoy a glass of wine, watching the sun drop in the sky over the rolling valleys. Head to the charming village of Franschhoek and stay at a vineyard nestled in the beautiful contained valley. Stellenbosch is the most established of the wine regions, famed for producing more award winning wines than any other part of the country. I also recommend venturing out of the city to the ‘Winelands’.

Boulders Beach is a favourite tourist spot as it’s home now to a penguin colony - not the wildlife immediately associated with South Africa! Not to mention the white sand beaches a short trip from the city. The draw is understandable - the city combines contemporary edge and architecture set against the magnificent backdrop of Table Mountain.

Venturing to the upper falls is a longer hike but a rewarding view for those more intrepid travellers.Ĭape Town has long been a popular city for holiday makers. The trek to the lower falls is about 40 minutes of beautiful scenery and well worth the walk. After the buzz of the city centre, the relaxing stretches of beach offer the perfect antidote.įor breathtaking natural beauty, travel to the Wli Waterfalls - the tallest waterfalls in West Africa. The vendors here sell everything - really! A personal highlight is the textiles - the locally dyed and weaved fabrics in bold colours and patterns are so unique to this corner of the world. You’ll experience the heart of the city by heading to Mazola Market. If you love to dive into city culture, visit the coastal capital, Accra. The warm Ghanaian akwaaba (‘welcome’), you will receive is an immediate invitation to explore this stunning and diverse country.

And if you were inspired by my last blog post about the benefits of travel - let me recommend to you my Top 3 African Countries to add to your bucket list… Nothing can rival the first hand experience of Africa itself. It’s a real joy that my products are a means of sharing a beautiful part of my African influences - a little bit of Africa for your home. London is my home, but my Ghanaian heritage is a huge part of my identity.

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