Thousands of holiday makers would have started planning their December holiday trips already. If you are one of them and are travelling by road you need to check out the latest toll fees and include it into your budget. South African toll gates are open 24 hours a day, so you can hit the road…
After a couple of years of pandemic-related calendar rearranging, SANParks announced this week that this year’s National Parks Week will take place from September 11 to September 16. Entry fees are waived at almost all SANParks gates for a working week each year. Residents of South Africa will save R110 per adult per day while…
The Garden Route is a 300-kilometer route that winds through towns like Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Mossel Bay, Great Brak River, Little Brak River, Wilderness, Sedgefield and Nature’s Valley which stretches from the Western Cape’s Witsand to the Eastern Cape’s Tsitsikamma Storms River boundary, a fairyland of enormous trees, ferns, untamed oceans and birdlife. It is…
In Cape Town, South Africa, the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden recently celebrated its 108th birthday. It was established in 1913, and since its modest beginnings, it has developed into one of Africa’s most renowned botanical gardens. A wide and varied collection of indigenous South African plants from all across the country is on display at…
Welcome to the Capetonian Enjoy comfort and quality in the heart of the city! The Capetonian is conveniently situated between the vibrant Atlantic Seaboard and Table Mountain, offering the ideal hotel accommodation option for both business and leisure travellers. With CTICC on our doorstep, the bustling CBD and popular V&A Waterfront within walking distance, it’s…
Travelling can lift the weight of stress from your daily routine off your shoulders. But sometimes we need some inspiration and motivation to help us take the break that we all need. These inspirational travel quotes with appealing pictures will help you get that extra motivation to start planning your next getaway. Use these images…
Our school holiday 2021 calendar will help you plan your holiday in advance which can save you money by avoiding price increases. It allows you to negotiate prices and also ensures that you don’t need to run around on the last minute finding accommodation. Another benefit is that with some establishments you can arrange to…
There are hundreds of travel apps on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store but there are just a hand full that offer real benefit in my experience We have tried and tested various of these apps and found that the following are the most useful and effective while travelling. Most of the apps…
Safety should always be top priority when travelling. I would not want to scare people from visiting South Africa by giving the crimes stats but it needs to be mentioned that there are areas in South Africa like in most other countries that are more dangerous than others. That being said we should always take…
The history of Islam in South Africa dates back to the late 1600s and today, Muslims make up about two percent of the population, but Muslim visibility is apparent in all parts of the country with Halaal accommodation and places to eat available in every town and city. South Africa has the advantage of being…
There are ten airports in South Africa six of which are international. They are O.R Tambo International (Johannesburg) Cape Town International King Shaka International (Durban) Bram Fischer International (Bloemfontein) Port Elizabeth International Upington International East London International George Airport Kimberly Airport Lanseria Airport (Johannesburg) While Muslims make up around less than 3% of the South…
Holidaymakers to Port Elizabeth tend to stop by for a few days en-route to the Garden Route or Cape Town. If you are one of them then we suggest you take full benefit out of your short stay and add the following to your bucket list. In our short checklist of things that you should…
The iconinc King Edward hotel which was established 116 years ago in Port Elizabeth is being revamped into a 100% Halaal Hotel managed by Africorp International Properies. The new owners intend reviving the historic establishment and steer it into a new golden era. Over the last decade the King Edward Hotel has fallen victim to…
So your Halaal Accommodation in Port Elizabeth has been booked and you are preparing to hit the long road from Johannesburg. We’ve prepared some points to note before commencing your exciting trip. The road from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is a long one. It’s around 1060km (658mi) from City to City and depending on the…
Saving for a holiday can be a challenge and most times I would only start saving a month or two before going on a holiday trip. But what if you could only start saving from October for your December holiday and still have an additional R8000 to spend? Saving money over a long period is…
As of 15 March 2020 there are a total of 51 confirmed cases of the #coronavirus in South Africa. All confirmed cases was transmitted in other countries to people that returned to South Africa. No local transmission have taken place thus far (15 March 2020) With the March school holidays only a week away,…
Welcome to Cape Town, the Mother City. Often described as among the most beautiful cities in the world and consistently voted among the top international tourist destinations. Cape Town is our home and Table Mountain is our playground. Join Adventure Rocks on one of the many unique routes we have to offer, and take the…
An essential list of emergency contact numbers for Muslim travellers in South Africa. This is has been updated in December 2020 and is maintainted by YAB’s Advisory Service. Only for travellers requiring genuine help! The above-mentioned list has been collated for travellers, travelling within Southern Africa. The Collater does not take any responsibility for any…
With Cape Town having so much to offer and the holiday period being a limited number of days we listed 5 things that you should prioritise to do when visiting Cape Town. We’ve mixed the categories up to include things to do, places to see and where to eat. So here are our five things…
Spend the day at any of the sanparks and enter for FREE. In an effort to link the South African national park system to the global national movement to display the best of the South African national park, since 2006 South Africa in conjunction with FNB and Total South Africa have embarked on a project…
Historical, cultural and items of interest abound in Fordsburg and immediate surrounding Newtown Precinct, Braamfontein and Triomf. For the businessman, the very arterial roads of the country begin here. The Gautrain begins at the Park Station which is just a stone’s throw away if you use the Nelson Mandela fly over. Remember, if you’re on…
Halaal meaning permissible is a set of laws the governs a Muslims lifestyle. In the travel industry, the most common Halaal related issues would be food and alcohol and while that sounds like a simple issue it is a fairly complex one. We won’t delve into the complexities of the matter but I’ll try to…
The Gautrain is a network of modern high speed trains and comfortable buses that cover a distance of around 80km between Johannesburg and Pretoria. The train operates from Park Station in Central Joburg to the OR Thambo Airport or to Pretoria making the following stops in between: Rosebank Sandton Malboro Midrand Centurion Pretoria Hatfield When…
One of my favourite activities in Port Elizabeth is to visit the beach. An early morning walk by the seaside can do wonders to your mood and your health and it could also help build up an appetite. If that is the case then La Fiesta Restaurant and Take Away, situated in Humewood will help…
If Dinosaurs, Whales, or Canons are your thing then you should pay a visit to the Port Elizabeth Museum. Among the items on display is a 15m skeleton of the last harpooned whale in Port Elizabeth. You will also see a life sized reconstructed dinosaur. Take a walk through the snake cages and feel what…
I guess there are many other things like your passport and children that you should not be forgetting but we’ve listed 5 more things that you might regret not taking with. Camera A smart phone with a decent camera works fine and no reminder needed to to forget it but for distant objects you would…
South End was where most of the Muslim population of Port Elizabeth lived in the apartheid years. Like many Muslim communities during that time, the Muslim community of South End was a very tight knit one. There were two Masaajid in close proximity where the prayers would performed in congregation. These Masaajid can still be…
This is eat Enjoy a fried Hake with Chips, Rice or Vegetables after a long day out or get your day started with a heathly grilled kingklip and a fresh orange juice at This is eat. Enjoy the outside seating facility with the ocean overflow stream alongside you and let the kids have fun on…
View the Port Elizabeth City Centre and Harbour from a birds eye view at the Donkin reserve. See the various symbols including the pyramid built by Sir Rufane Donkin in memory of his late wife, Elizabeth after which the city was named. Pay a R10 entrance fee to gain access to the light house and…
Addo Elephant Park Addo Elephant park is the third largest national Park in South Africa and features beautiful landscapes, flora and fauna and most importantly the Big 5. Nestled between the Zuurberg Mountain and the Sundays River valley, Addo Nature Reserve spans around 180 000 hectares which includes Bird Island and St Croix Island Groups.…