How to plan an eco-friendly holiday
Eco travel, also known as sustainable or green travel, is fast becoming a hot commodity for guests venturing abroad, with travellers making strides to save the environment one trip at a time.
Is the dining room making a comeback? Why people are embracing this forgotten space
The formal dining room, long considered a symbol of wealth and privilege, has been the subject of much debate over the past 30 years.
This quick quiz will help you determine your holiday style
Take this quick quiz to find your perfect getaway.
How supermarket layouts can help customers make better food choices
A new study reveals that altering the layouts of supermarkets could help people make healthier food choices and shift population diet towards the government's dietary recommendations.
In today’s travel climate, daily hotel room cleanings are no longer a given
Housekeeping services in hotels have moved from the foreground to the background.
5 countries offering long stay visas to South Africans during the pandemic - and how to apply
Working from home has become a norm for most people to stay safe during the pandemic. It has also afforded some the opportunity to work in some beautiful destinations.
5 ways to live a more sustainable lifestyle
The choices we make every day affect the environment, the climate and other species.
Starbucks opens in Muizenberg
The American coffee chain received a not-so-warm welcome
How to remodel your kitchen on a budget
A renovated kitchen is a good selling point - and it need not be expensive
How to prune your garden for spring
As we head towards spring, we need to think about what needs to be done in our garden before the onset of summer and the rainy season.
This local company recycles your kitchen waste into compost
The compost Kitchen picks up people’s perishable scraps and gives them back enriched vermicompost to grow fresh food in their gardens.
How to make doing your laundry more friendly to the environment
Laundry day isn't exactly fun for most people, but it can be downright unpleasant for the Earth.
Local towns to visit to enjoy the Spring flower season
After the recent bumper rainfall in these areas, this year’s flower season promises to be one of the best ever.
“Vanlife” is growing in popularity. Here’s what to know before hitting the road
Living in a mobile home has gained traction over recent years with social media and YouTube documentaries stirring many people’s desire to live a simpler and greener life.
SEE: Sumayya Vally’s Serpentine Pavilion
South African architect, Sumayya Vally, designed the Serpentine Pavilion which will be open for viewing in London’s Hyde Park until October 2021
The 2021 survival guide to load shedding
Struggling power utility Eskom has announced that its customers can expect load shedding until Friday
The best heaters to keep the chill at bay
With winter around the corner, the shops are showcasing all sorts of heaters to keep your home warm
Blueberry-ripple baked cheesecake
Zola Nene's blueberry-ripple baked cheesecake recipe is quick & easy
7 Decor tips to help you stay on trend
Designer Nkuli Nhleko fills us in on the trends that are sizzling this season
SEE: The basic DIY toolkit
HandyMac aka Don MacAlister shares what you need in your toolkit to complete every DIY project at home
6 Ways to create a warm and nurturing bedroom
As the days draw in and the nights are cooler, Manuela Candido shares tips on turning your bedroom into a warm and nurturing boudoir
The flowers of May
A list of plants you should put in your garden which will give you lots of interest and colour in May and June
SEE: This Houghton Ridge home defines luxury
Over a century ago, Randlords built impressive homes on Houghton Ridge, using the fortunes they made from gold
SEE: 13 myths related to cleaning
Alice Shaw-Beckett from Cleanipedia debunks myths such as whether feather dusters really work and whether cheese actually will help lure mice into your traps, and offers advice on what to do instead