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As we approach the new year it is important to reflect on the positive contributions of others to the quality of life we...
31/12/2024

As we approach the new year it is important to reflect on the positive contributions of others to the quality of life we can enjoy in our beautiful country. I loved watching my family participate in different elements of the, now traditional, Sabrina Love events that take place after Christmas here in Plettenberg Bay. A very touching and emotional family story that has transformed into one that adds quality of life for many who would otherwise not have been able to enjoy a life where they can express their innate potential.

The annual tradition of creating Christmas cheer with beautiful lights in our towns has faded over time. If you are in ...
28/11/2024

The annual tradition of creating Christmas cheer with beautiful lights in our towns has faded over time. If you are in the Johannesburg area, visit Montecasino - the show of lights throughout the complex is truly beautiful.


Lesotho blankets are integral to the daily life of citizens, especially those in the rural areas where herdsmen brave re...
25/11/2024

Lesotho blankets are integral to the daily life of citizens, especially those in the rural areas where herdsmen brave really harsh conditions throughout the year. Blankets form an important part of traditional life from birth, through marriage and to events celebrating the lives of people who have passed on.
Masinto, the “Blanket Lady”, explains how important blankets are and how they are used in daily life.


At Cherry time it is important to get into the spirit of really experiencing the harvest - orchards, waffles with ice cr...
25/11/2024

At Cherry time it is important to get into the spirit of really experiencing the harvest - orchards, waffles with ice cream and cherry sauce, cherry liqueurs and much more! Full marks to Ionia for accommodating my two groups before and after the Cherry Harvest Festival. Perfect attitude when it comes to understanding how to allow pensioners to get the full experience. Add to that, Fouriesburg Inn and the waffles - what more could you ask for!


The Aloe Farm has a wonderful selection of very exotic Agapanthus flowers. The breeding process must require a lot of p...
30/10/2024

The Aloe Farm has a wonderful selection of very exotic Agapanthus flowers. The breeding process must require a lot of patience and amazing insight and imagination to get the variety of colours and forms that we saw yesterday. An excellent day, enhanced by the food and drink on offer - good quality at a very good price! The artists had a great time creating memories of a lovely outing. The world famous Blackjack Agapanthus is approaching its peak, so take advantage of the opportunity and visit the farm soon.


Woodpecker has just returned from the first of what will surely be many tours to the Champagne Valley in the Drakensberg...
27/10/2024

Woodpecker has just returned from the first of what will surely be many tours to the Champagne Valley in the Drakensberg. Our stay at Hill Billy cottages was the perfect destination for our group, a home from home in every respect. Our visits to the Drakensberg Boys Choir, Falcon Crest Birds of Prey and the many and varied options for refreshments created a wonderful experience.




Did you know that it is “Pensioners’ Month”? Johannesburg Zoo absolutely rose to the occasion - a group of artists from...
15/10/2024

Did you know that it is “Pensioners’ Month”? Johannesburg Zoo absolutely rose to the occasion - a group of artists from the Jhb North U3A spent the morning exploring and enjoying what is on offer. Happy, peaceful animals in well-maintained camps. Well done to City Parks for maintaining this valuable facility for all to enjoy!


The Free State is experiencing quite dry conditions after the recent dramatic weather in the mountainous areas of the Dr...
08/10/2024

The Free State is experiencing quite dry conditions after the recent dramatic weather in the mountainous areas of the Drakensberg, Lesotho and Malutis. Clear blue skies and sunshine created the perfect conditions to enjoy the scenery during our recent trip to Wyndford, Ficksburg and Clarens.



Yesterday was a very sad day for friends and family of Shirley Gooch. Shirley passed away at 10am after a short illness...
01/10/2024

Yesterday was a very sad day for friends and family of Shirley Gooch. Shirley passed away at 10am after a short illness. Fly with the angels, dear lady.

We will be visiting Semonkong as part of tours to Ficksburg and Lesotho. I am taking the liberty of posting some of the...
22/09/2024

We will be visiting Semonkong as part of tours to Ficksburg and Lesotho. I am taking the liberty of posting some of the lodge photos of the snow, together with one of the “Blanket Lady” - her explanation of how Lesotho blankets fit into the Nation’s culture is truly something to behold. I also include a group photo of the Royal family displaying their own, unique blanket.



Holidays aren’t just about scenery, history and nature. Our recent trip to the Lowveld created lots of opportunities fo...
21/09/2024

Holidays aren’t just about scenery, history and nature. Our recent trip to the Lowveld created lots of opportunities for group photos. We start with people who haven’t met before and end with lasting friendships.






I don’t often post a single photo. However, this is an exception - the Fish Eagle had missed out on a meal and was taki...
19/09/2024

I don’t often post a single photo. However, this is an exception - the Fish Eagle had missed out on a meal and was taking off to land on a nearby edge of the lake to dry it’s wings in preparation for the next attempt.


I know that the purists would prefer to see the following in the wild. I believe that Alzu deserves to be recognised fo...
18/09/2024

I know that the purists would prefer to see the following in the wild. I believe that Alzu deserves to be recognised for the outstanding show of animals and statuary at the fuel and food stopover between the Lowveld and Gauteng.
All species seen are breeding successfully, with lots of young antelope and calves amongst the mingling adults.

It is officially Springtime! So we went to Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens this morning. Can you believe that the Cliv...
03/09/2024

It is officially Springtime! So we went to Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens this morning. Can you believe that the Clivias TOTALLY overshadowed the display by our world famous Verreaux Eagles and their chick that is rapidly becoming an expert at soaring through the air!



It is grey cold in the Champagne Valley today, ideal for exploring local quirky attractions. Following on William of Hi...
29/08/2024

It is grey cold in the Champagne Valley today, ideal for exploring local quirky attractions. Following on William of Hill Billy’s advice, we popped in to the absolutely nostalgic local museum. We even found out that the ancestors on the maiden side of the current Wood generation were tea merchants. I guess that balances out the Woods Luck craft gin available in Pilgrims Rest!



After meeting the owners of Hill Billy Cottages at Wyndford some time ago, I visited with William Thornhill today. The ...
27/08/2024

After meeting the owners of Hill Billy Cottages at Wyndford some time ago, I visited with William Thornhill today. The four cottages offer a delightful and rustic setting that is perfect for the experience I would like to offer guests of Woodpecker Travel and Tours, ideal for creating a memorable experience in the Champagne Valley - historic battlefields, Drakensberg Boys Choir, Falcon Ridge Bird Sanctuary and “much, much more”, with scenery that is intoxicating!



We are in the Central Drakensberg for the week. The following photos were taken at or near to our accommodation. Late ...
27/08/2024

We are in the Central Drakensberg for the week. The following photos were taken at or near to our accommodation. Late winter and our feathered friends are super active.

Woodpecker Travel and Tours is back from an exciting trip that explored destinations such as Nieu Bethesda and, surprise...
17/08/2024

Woodpecker Travel and Tours is back from an exciting trip that explored destinations such as Nieu Bethesda and, surprise surprise, Middelburg.
I last visited Middelburg when, as developers of agricultural software, we created a stud management system for Merino breeders. That was a looooong time ago.
As a convenient stop over from the Garden Route back to Gauteng, we decided to stay at Celtis Country Lodge after reading positive, current reviews.
Well done, Celtis - you are a clear leader as an option that will suit our customers very well.


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