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Planning A Luxury Self Drive Holiday Along The Garden Route

Paul Campbell - April 9, 2019

I have to admit….. I have been really lucky to have travelled often throughout my life, and now, living abroad in the UK, I have been able to explore and experience so many new places, however I always find myself drawn back to the Garden Route. Having grown up along the Southern coast of South […] Read More


The Travel Butlers Top Ten of … Reasons to Go To Africa Soon

Tracey Campbell - June 10, 2015

Can you believe we are half-way through the year already – it seems like only yesterday I was hanging my stocking out for Santa! So with 2015 well under way, and 2016 rapidly approaching, now might be the time to tick a few things off your Africa bucket list. Reason 1 to Go To Africa […] Read More


Have A Whale Of A Time In South Africa

Paul Campbell - June 11, 2014

Not only is South Africa home to the traditional Big Five – it’s also home to the Marine Big Five. The foaming waves surrounding the stunning coastline are quite simply heaving with life, so if you’re dippy about dolphins, you’re in for a whale of a time. The two oceans that crash together off the […] Read More


Cape Town and Garden Route Escorted Tour in October from just £1,015 per person

Tracey Campbell - September 25, 2012

If you are looking for a last minute inspiration to get away for a week, take a look at this 6 night/7 day tour that we are offering.  With only a few places left, now is the time to ask us to book your place on this escorted trip, which starts in Cape Town and […] Read More


Some Top Tips for Whale Watching Novices

Tracey Campbell - September 3, 2012

Whale watching is one of the highlights of a trip to South Africa, and especially now, between the months of September and October, daily sightings of these majestic creatures are the norm.  Don’t quote me on that, however, as this is wildlife, so NOTHING can every be 100% guaranteed! The most common whale to spot […] Read More


Would You Go Swimming With Crocodiles?

Paul Campbell - February 21, 2012

Anyone who saw the fascinating BBC documentary on Sunday where Ben Fogle went swimming with crocodiles in Botswana would have probably had one of two reactions… either “he must be mad!” or “Great! where can I do that??” Just for the record, I am very much in the “he must be mad!” camp….if you live […] Read More


Whale Watching Saver

Tracey Campbell - July 29, 2011

Whale watching is one of the major attractions of the Western Capes. The peak time, when daily sightings are virtually guaranteed, is during September and October. Humpbacks and Bryde’s whales are mostly spotted offshore from boats, but by far the most commonly sighted species, either from land or from boat, is the Southern Right whale. […] Read More


Whale Watching Season has Officially BEGUN !!

Tracey Campbell - July 4, 2011

Whale watching is one of the major attractions of the Western Cape, and Hermanus and Gansbaai are the 2 main areas for whale watching, either boat-based or land-based. The first Southern Right whale has been spotted in Walker Bay at Hermanus, so this is now officially the start of the whale watching season ! Having […] Read More


The Whale Watching Season Starts Soon!

Tracey Campbell - May 12, 2011

Whale watching is one of the major attractions of the Western Cape. Humpbacks and Bryde’s whales are mostly spotted offshore from boats, but by far the most commonly sighted species, either from land or from boat, is the Southern Right whale. These majestic giants migrate to the South African waters from the Antarctic Ocean to […] Read More


Easter Getaway Special Offer

Tracey Campbell - March 19, 2010

Looking for an Easter getaway ? Pebble Beach Guest House are offering a Stay for 4 nights, Pay for 3 over this period only. This is an exclusive upmarket guest house, offering a great escape and a chance to relax in beautiful surroundings. The 25th green of the Hermanus Golf Course forms part of the […] Read More