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Cowboy Town, Krugersdorp –  The Wild West on the West Rand

Cowboy Town, Krugersdorp – The Wild West on the West Rand

by Staff Writer (Nathan Cross) | Apr 14, 2025 | Daytripping, Gauteng, Inspiration, Small Town

If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if Route 66 made a pit stop in Krugersdorp, Cowboy Town might be the answer. Tucked into the rugged West Rand terrain, this quirky little spot brings a dose of dusty Americana to Gauteng. Complete with rusted relics,...
Gold Reef City: A Thrill Ride Through Nostalgia and New-Age Fun

Gold Reef City: A Thrill Ride Through Nostalgia and New-Age Fun

by Staff Writer (Nathan Cross) | Oct 7, 2024 | Daytripping, Gauteng, theme park

Gold Reef City is the kind of place that sticks with you. Not because it’s the biggest, the fastest, or the most groundbreaking theme park in the world, but because it’s got something most modern parks lack… Character. Nestled just south of Johannesburg, this...
Aurum: Where Dining Meets Design at the Leonardo

Aurum: Where Dining Meets Design at the Leonardo

by Staff Writer (Nathan Cross) | Sep 6, 2024 | Daytripping, Gauteng, Johannesburg, Restaurant

We don’t typically do restaurant reviews here. Let’s be clear about that from the start. But every so often, you stumble into a space that doesn’t just serve food—it serves a moment. A curated, considered, finely crafted moment. Aurum, tucked into the 7th floor of The...
Johannesburg Zoo: Where the Wild Things Roam in Jozi

Johannesburg Zoo: Where the Wild Things Roam in Jozi

by Staff Writer (Nathan Cross) | Jul 26, 2023 | Daytripping, Gauteng, Inspiration, Johannesburg

Have you ever wondered where you can experience the magic of the wild right in the heart of South Africa’s bustling city? Look no further than the Johannesburg Zoo! As I set foot into this incredible animal haven. I couldn’t help but be captivated by the...
An Enchanting Day at the Benoni Monkey and Bird Park

An Enchanting Day at the Benoni Monkey and Bird Park

by Staff Writer (Nathan Cross) | Mar 8, 2023 | Daytripping, Gauteng, Inspiration

In recent months, we’ve heard a lot of great things about the Benoni Monkey and Bird park from friends and family, who have visited and just people recommending it for a visit in the streets and on social media. After seeing the tiger feeding video online (which...
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