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Does Going on Safari Aid Conservation?

Does Going on Safari Aid Conservation?

November 19, 2015
M Blackburn
Africa, Safari

A friend recently proposed the question, “Does going on safari aid conservation?” Protecting the land and all the species that inhabit the land is critically important to ensure this incredible resource is available for the generations of local community members and tourists. I believe sustainable wildlife tourism is a critical component to ensuring this happens.

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Babylonstoren

Babylonstoren

July 7, 2015
M Blackburn
Africa, Eating

For urbanites looking for a back to the land experience Babylonstoren is the place to decamp and unwind for a weekend. A working farm and wine estate, Babylonstoren is an unpretentious place where you can collect eggs for your breakfast or chill with a glass of wine and a good book in the garden. The farm is easily reached by car from Cape Town and while it would make a lovely day trip, I suggest booking a room at the hotel to take full advantage of all of the farm activities.

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West Coast Blooms

West Coast Blooms

September 21, 2014
M Blackburn
Africa, Cape Town

“Shoot, shoot, shoot” James Gradwell, my photography guide instructed. I was trying to get a shot of the tide coming in with Table Mountain looming in the background, but I only managed to get one photo because as I crouched in the sand the tide soaked through my pants.

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Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

August 10, 2014
M Blackburn
Africa

While Hermanus is probably the most popular base for viewing the whales (they have a whale crier who signals when whales have been spotted), I opted for the tranquility of Grootbos Private Nature Reserve a two hour drive from Cape Town. And while I came for the whales, I was surprised to learn that this was prime blooming season for the fnybos.

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