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Jeffreys Bay (JBay) is world-renowned as one of the best surfing destinations on the planet, attracting surfers from all...
13/10/2024

Jeffreys Bay (JBay) is world-renowned as one of the best surfing destinations on the planet, attracting surfers from all over for its consistent waves and legendary breaks. Located along South Africaโ€™s Eastern Cape, JBay is famous for its long, fast, and perfectly shaped right-hand point breaks, with Supertubes being the crown jewel. Supertubes offers a ride of up to 300 meters, ideal for experienced surfers looking to challenge themselves on the powerful, barreling waves.

The townโ€™s subtropical climate ensures warm waters year-round, with the best surfing conditions typically from May to September when winter swells bring in bigger waves. JBay has a range of surf spots catering to different skill levels, including beginner-friendly breaks like Kitchen Windows and Point. For professionals, it hosts the annual World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour, where top surfers compete on the famous waves.

Beyond the surf, Jeffreys Bay offers a laid-back coastal lifestyle with surf shops, cafes, and a vibrant community of surfers. The townโ€™s natural beauty, with sandy beaches, rocky outcrops, and an abundance of marine life, adds to the allure, making it a must-visit for surfers and beach lovers alike.

๐Ÿ“ท Image: Gunther Berens

๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—™๐—ฎ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—•๐—น๐˜‚๐—ฒ ๐—•๐—ผ๐˜๐˜๐—น๐—ฒ: ๐—” ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—นIf youโ€™ve ever taken a walk along the beach and noticed what looks like a de...
12/10/2024

๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—™๐—ฎ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—•๐—น๐˜‚๐—ฒ ๐—•๐—ผ๐˜๐˜๐—น๐—ฒ: ๐—” ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—น
If youโ€™ve ever taken a walk along the beach and noticed what looks like a delicate, translucent blue balloon washed up on the shore, youโ€™ve likely encountered a bluebottle (Physalia utriculus), also known as the Portuguese Man oโ€™ War. Despite its jellyfish-like appearance, the blue bottle is not a single organism but a siphonophoreโ€”a colony of specialised, genetically identical animals called zooids, working together as one.

๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐— ๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—•๐—น๐˜‚๐—ฒ ๐—•๐—ผ๐˜๐˜๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—จ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—พ๐˜‚๐—ฒ?

๐—™๐—น๐—ผ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—น: The most recognizable part of the blue bottle is its gas-filled, balloon-like float, often tinged with blue or purple. This sail keeps it afloat on the oceanโ€™s surface, where it is carried by wind and currents.

๐—ง๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด๐˜€: Below the float are long, trailing tentacles armed with nematocysts, which deliver painful stings. These tentacles, used to capture small fish and plankton, can reach lengths of up to 10 meters in larger relatives. Even when washed up on shore, the tentacles can still sting, so itโ€™s best to avoid touching them!

๐—ง๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ถ๐—ฟ ๐—ฅ๐—ผ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—˜๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜†๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—บ
Blue bottles are important predators in their environment, feeding on small fish and plankton. In turn, they are preyed upon by animals like the blue dragon (Glaucus atlanticus), a striking sea slug that feeds on their venomous tentacles without being harmed.

Blue bottles are an intriguing reminder of the oceanโ€™s diversity and the unique ways marine life has evolved to survive in the open sea. If you encounter one, appreciate it from a safe distanceโ€”these ocean drifters are as beautiful as they are powerful!

Tucked away in Bushwillow Street (residential area) in Jeffreys Bay, youโ€™ll find this lovely peaceful spot called Poplar...
11/10/2024

Tucked away in Bushwillow Street (residential area) in Jeffreys Bay, youโ€™ll find this lovely peaceful spot called Poplar Dam. It is a little oasis for bird watching or afternoon conversations in the shade. The dam is filled with blooming water lilies. Thanks to Dorp van Drome for the upkeep! Jeffreysbaai Dorp van Drome

JBayโ€™s sunsets are a daily reminder of natureโ€™s breathtaking beauty. Itโ€™s the perfect time to unwind, take in the view, ...
11/10/2024

JBayโ€™s sunsets are a daily reminder of natureโ€™s breathtaking beauty. Itโ€™s the perfect time to unwind, take in the view, and feel the peaceful rhythm of this coastal paradise.

Treat yourself to a pancake at Suikerbossie along the R102 en route to Jeffreys Bay. Indulge in their signature fluffy p...
10/10/2024

Treat yourself to a pancake at Suikerbossie along the R102 en route to Jeffreys Bay. Indulge in their signature fluffy pancakes, made from a cherished old recipe, and filled with both sweet and savory options. Suikerbossie is the perfect stop for a delightful experience.

Make sure to add them to your culinary checklist! This delicious pork belly flatbread at WyWorrie in Jeffreys Bay is sim...
20/08/2024

Make sure to add them to your culinary checklist! This delicious pork belly flatbread at WyWorrie in Jeffreys Bay is simply omnomnom!

A little bit of PE.
14/07/2024

A little bit of PE.

Weโ€™ve read about them in the news and today I had to go and see what the hype is about! Deliciously different delights w...
13/07/2024

Weโ€™ve read about them in the news and today I had to go and see what the hype is about! Deliciously different delights was the order of the day at WyWorrie in Jeffreys Bay. I started off with a TRUTH cappuccino and a chorizo & Dutch boerenkaas phyllo pastry baked in an egg custard, followed by the item Iโ€™ve been eyeing on the menu for the longest time! The Salted Caramel & Macadamia cheesecake was beautifully presented, and the popcorn topping added another surprising burst of flavour - making it my top recommendation for the day!!

Itโ€™s the perfect micro artisan cafe, with freshly prepared items, excellent service and a pet friendly area! Well done to Johan D. Strydom & LG!!

Make a trip of it! Visit them at 102 Da Gama Road in Jeffreys Bay. Open Mon-Fri from 7am - 3pm, Sat from 8am - 2pm.

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