Ms Blissness

Robberg Hike: One of the greatest hiking trails

You know when somebody asks you if you could go anywhere in the world where would you go? Well I don’t have one specific answer because I want to go everywhere but the Garden Route would be in my top five every time. It may sound biased seen as I am South African, but hey,… [Continue Reading]
Garden Route Itinerary by a local: Everything you need to know

The garden route is one of my most favourite destinations in the world. I’m from Cape Town and grew up going on family holidays all across the Garden Route every year. Sometimes even two or three times a year. Since the garden route holds a special place in my heart and is a destination that… [Continue Reading]
3 Days in Lisbon: The ultimate guide

Before our trip to Portugal I had heard only wonderful things about the capital. Bursting with culture, beautiful scenery, and a vibrant nightlife scene; Lisbon didn’t disappoint. Peter and I were lucky enough to travel around Portugal with my parents who flew out from South Africa. We spent six days in Madeira, three in Lisbon,… [Continue Reading]
Vilanculos to Bazaruto: Spending the day on Bazaruto Island

A sanctuary for the soul – that’s the best way to describe Bazaruto island. Just think unspoiled beach, silky soft sand, large sand dunes and a bountiful of marine life; Bazaruto is a near pristine tropical paradise. It is one of the five islands found in the Bazaruto archipelago. The other four being Benguerra, Magaruque,… [Continue Reading]
Kruger Park Walking Trails: Mathikithi trail

The Kruger Park Walking trails are three-night guided walking tours which include a Wilderness experience like no other. From exploring areas in the park that are virtually untouched by people to learning new things, it’s one of the most surreal, intense, and special safari experiences possible. When Peter and I knew that we would be… [Continue Reading]
Vilanculos Beach Lodge: Guide for a girls trip to remember

Have you ever been to Mozambique? I’ve been four times now and each time I fall more and more in love with one of the most underrated countries in Africa. Mozambique is a popular destination for South Africans since the countries border each other. But to many international tourists, Mozambique is still just a place… [Continue Reading]
Menai Strait: Exploring North Wales with the family

During my parents recent trip over to visit us in the UK we decided to travel up to Anglesey. My dad was born on this island off the mainland’s north west coast in Wales, where the Menai strait is well-known. He still has family there, so it was a special trip. The last time we… [Continue Reading]
Vilamoura things to do: Algarve travel tips; Where to stay plus the best beaches

To say that the Algarve stole my heart would be a massive understatement. I’m a beach girl at heart and nothing makes me happier than sunny days, the ocean breeze and watching the sunset over the sea on another summers day at the beach. Back in July we were blessed in that we got to… [Continue Reading]