Authentic South Africa

Beach, Bush, Bonfires, Braaivleis, Biltong, Beauty, Bikinis & Beer. OK, not so much bikini’s and beer as great companions and good wine, but you get the drift.

“Getting to know the locals of the area. Doing the things they do and having fun“ – Christel Lategan

“The perfect SA holiday is being in our beautiful Garden Route with a wonderful braai, nice biltong, a good wine from the area AND it wont be complete without the family!” – Monique Williams

“You need to see, hear and taste a country!! See our beautiful scenery…Garden Route, Drakensberg mnts, our wildlife, our national parks. Hear our locals sing, talk and dance. Taste our braaivleis, wine, biltong and melktert! Add all of the above ingredients and you will have a great holiday!!” – Corinne McDonald

“Waterblommetjie bredie, a Malay curry, a divine sea breeze from the Atlantic and Indian Ocean, a hike in the Knysna Forest and an appreciation of truly South Aftican art.” – Vicki Gagiano

“To experience and appreciate the true beauty of nature as God created it. With only the sound that mother nature brings… The wind, the creatures of the night, the leaves that whisper, water that flows’…. NO cell phones, NO TV’s, NO computers!!!!!!!!!!! A place where the robots’ (us) of this earth become human again……. Enjoy your peace of heaven my friends!!!!!” – Lorraine Moore

• “Waterblommetjie bredie, a Malay curry, a divine sea breeze from the Atlantic and Indian Ocean,  a hike in the Knysna Forest and an appreciation of truly South Aftican art.”
• “A key ingredient would be a great travel companion.”
• “Great hospitality, clean rooms and unforgetable experiences”
• “To go away with your family or just your husband. No cell phones just the crisp air and having a braai and sharing a bottle of wine and just catching up with no interuptions.”
• “Great friends around a lekker braai. Braaing ‘oepsies ‘ ‘skilpadjie’ en ‘braaibroodjies’ with a glass of Amarula on ice, pure bliss”
• “RUGGED MOUNTAIN, BEAUTIFUL BLUE SEA AND LUSH GREEN FORESTS”
• “Definitely a good old fashioned south African Braai with boeretroos and lots of sunshine and even a little beer!!!”
• “Swiming in the ocean, drinking cocktails. Eating everyting you like”
• “a great travel companion.”
• “Great hospitality, clean rooms and unforgetable experiences”
• “Great friends around a lekker braai. Braaing ‘oepsies ‘ ‘skilpadjie’ en ‘braaibroodjies’ with a glass of Amarula on ice, pure bliss”
• “Definitely a good old fashioned south African Braai with boeretroos and lots of sunshine and even a little beer!!!”
• “Swiming in the ocean, drinking coctails, eating everyting you like.”
• “Good friends and wine. Lots of wine!”
• “The perfect SA holiday is being in our beautiful Garden Route with a wonderful braai, nice biltong, a good wine from the area AND it wont be complete without the family!”
• “The key factor to a fab holiday or short break is to re connect with your family“
• “Getting to know the locals of the area. Doing the things they do and having fun“
• “Waking up to the sounds of happy birds.. Enjoying walks in the forest or on the beach.  Milktart and Rooibos. Ending the day lighting a fire to braai..with a local wine in hand.”
• “The only ingredients I need is peace and quite  where you can hear the voice of nature’s awesome beauty.  A river or spring where kids can play, lots and lots of trees  and maybe  a hammock.”
• “Relaxing and taking in the beauty that this beautiful country has to offer. Our heritage.”
• “Peace & quiet ………. with the one you love by your side. Soaking up the South African sun while mooching on the stoep with a book, a tall cocktail drink and some nibblies.   Surrounded by nature, listening to the singing of the birds and loosing your thoughts on the water……….. Absolutely contented. ……..”
• “Braai,potjie,drinks and music”
• “Braai and biltong!”
• “Love, meat, wine, fire and nature!!!”
• “Authenticity of a true SA Holiday…. Bush, Mountains, beach, flora,  wild animals, rural culture, SA food and wine.”
• “Being in Nature with friends. Having Braai with biltong and Pap.”
• “To be able to just sit and relax and enjoy your surroundings with your family and friends all huddled around a fire with a good steak!!! Enjoying the stillness of the forest when you awaken early in the morning and go for a ride out on the river.  To forget the rat race from where you have come to enjoy some peace and tranquil!!”
• “Bonfires and braais, our excellent wines and stunning views of our breathtaking scenery (be it the ocean, mountain, forest or wildlife).”
• “Bikini beach, braai, biltong wine and rugby”
• “Nature, family, outdoors, fires, red wine, sea sand between your toes and slight sunburn at the end of the day.”
• “A good old potjie  rooster brood and an ice cold Castle lager! !”
• “Evening Braai, relaxing getaway, fishing, enjoying nature, simply relax! Enjoy the view of nature especially early morning walks, sunset priceless…”
• “Nature, trees, beautiful surrounds. Peace and quiet with loads of fresh air….and a fire.”
• “Sitting outside at night listening to the sound of the braai fire, looking up at our stars with a glass of wine in your hand and breathing in that smell of a braaitjoppie and braaivleis smoke. Far away you can hear the laughter of youngsters while they are listening to some south african classic like “kaptein span die seile….’ “
• “Potjie braai ; game viewing , river rafting; fishing.”
• “Family, sun, water, lots of food,  no rules”
• “Braai Beach Biltong Bikini and the works cant wait!!”
• “A combination of celebration of history, culture and nature, with a braai at a spectacular African sunset and good friends”
• Wildlife, wood fires, walking amongst the trees and wild flowers, wide white sandy beaches.
• “A quaint little house in a tranquil setting,  breathtaking views, delicious food, red wine and a lovely warm fire.”
• “Beach. Nature. A braai. Some adventure. And family to share it with”
• “Braai , biltong,  sunshine, friends and family.”
• “To be surrounded by nature and peace in a simple understated setting that reminds us of how little we need to make us happy.”
• “The smell of rain, beautiful sunsets, sounds of nature, the taste of a beautiful cab merlot as only South African wine makers can make, accompanied by cheese and biltong while sitting on a stoep relaxing with great company.”
• “….sunshine and fun times”
• “Good company, delicious food, a good bottle of bubbly and a sunny day.”
• “Nature, vibrant people and peaceful surroundings”
• “Relaxing with friends and loved ones”
• “For me a truly  authentic South African holiday is sleeping in that extra hour, followed by a good breakfast. Heading out afterwards for some sight-seeing and a coffee break. Lunch time a nice light meal and off to the beach to catch some sun. Evenings return to chalet and start a fire and sit around with a nice glass of red wine. When the coal are ready then for some nice meat, dish up when ready and round off the night with another fire and then off to bed.”
• “Wonderful family and friends, peace and quiet with amazing food and our heavenly provider.Without him you won’t have get away adventures.”
• “Good weather, braai and good company!”
• “A truly authentic  African holiday wouldn’t be complete without a braai fire under a huge sky full of stars,  a family walk along a gorgeous beach and a skinny dip in a mountain stream!”
• “The smell of a wood fire, water and happy chatter of friends.”
• “Good company and a nice wine..”
• “Rafting, braai, camping, picnics”
• “Good companions sitting around a fire with a couple of drinks and a platter of cheeses, crackers, bilton and chips. Followed by a good braai with some nice chops and boeries… then some good pudding like malva with custard… No matter where you are in SA, nothing beats a good traditional South African evening to end the day ??”
• “Spending time away from the hustle and bustle of city life and experiencing the beauty of nature and wildlife.”
• “Tranquillity,the outdoors, nature,braais, wonderful food, swimming, hiking and relaxing.”
• “Having a glass of good SA wine,infront of a open camp fire,braaiing .”
• “Bikini beach, braai, biltong, good company”
• “Being surrounded by nature … untouched beauty that offers it’s own unique magnificence to a person.”
• “Peace and tranquility and the sounds of mother nature”
• “Good food  shared with family…cannot top being with family…”
• “Accommodation in tent / farmhouse accommodation. Fishing, Elephant rides, Hikes, River cruises, Malaria free, Food : Braai, stywe pap and potjie”
• “My SA holiday must include lots of time for braaing, strolling on our beautiful beaches, catching a glimpse of some wildlife and breathing in the fresh air in wide open unspoilt nature. Add to all of this some top SA wine and I’d be in 7th heaven.”
• “Spent my honeymoon at Forest Edge almost 18 years ago and would love another opportunity to enjoy this perfectly authentic holiday spot!”
• “The sea as well as lots of beautiful magical trees. Evenings under the stars with a fire burning till late, lots of old stories around the fire. Braaiing and good wine. When in SA you must experience the Knysna. The closest you will get to heaven.”
• “First of all you need to have your family with you. Then you need to have nice evenings together with a outdoor fire, a glass of red and some nice boardgames.”
• “A glass of red wine shared with your loved one cuddled up in front of a cozy fire. No cell phones just listening to the wildlife around and the smell of the forest. Enjoying the odd chocolate and biltong……Ah heaven.”
• “Love , family, and nature”
• “Lots of our beautiful wines. Braai of course. Good friends. Beautiful scenery and peace and quiet…a beach walk..”
• “A holiday at the beach is nice with the sun and sea to enjoy, but by times you need to get away from the hussle and bussle. The country can be just as good, your soal can reboot by just listening to the birds and the bee’s with a nice campfire under the stars at night with your partner.”
• “Natural beauty of the forests, blue sky’s, amazing sunsets“
• “The kitesurfing board is defs going with. Some biltong,  bikini, homemade bread, “potbrood” for braai, potato salad,”braai broodjies” with tomato, cheese and onion. Alcoholic beverages, definitely coffee for in the morning.”
• “Our pretty nature’s braai and family”
• “A truly authentic South African Holiday must start with the best coffee brewed locally followed by a breakfast consisting of roosterkoek and perfect farm butter and cheese.”
• “Sunshine, friends, beach, BRAAI red wine, Castle Lager Beer, biltong, JC le Roux”
• “For me, it would have to be the forest with a river nearby.  I grew up on a nature reserve in the Eastern  Cape and the experience is ingrained in me.  A fire burning for a braai (fish braai) and a mountain of potato salad!”
• “Nature and wildlife”
• “Good food, good company, Beautiful wines of South Africa and family.”
• “Good food, good wine and excellent company!”
• “Weekend at rustic little house with perfect nature surroundings – braai evenings with stary skies and big moon xx relaxation at its best xx”
• “Good friends, dry braai wood, alot of tjop and some chilled wine for the evenings. Local is lekker music in the background and some exciting activities planned for each day! Life is about the journey, doing it in our beautiful SA, that’s a bonus!”
• “Family, good friends and a lekker braai makes the perfect holiday.”
• “Braai, biltong… enjoy every breathtaking nature moment”
• “Fire, marshmallows, braaibroodjie, braaivleis, glass of wine and good company.”
• “Doing what you love in any of the wondeful corners of our beautiful country ♡♡♡”
• “Relaxing and enjoying outdoors”
• “Beach, braai, swimming”
• “Being yourself to relax to the fullest without technology!!! Enjoy nature and see Gods hand in her!!”
• “Definately a fire, for braaiing or just atmosphere, family and friends, good food, card games and lots of laughs, barefoot walks and sunsets, the fresh smell of summer and fynbos.”
• “Family and braai!”
• “a Cottage in the forrest  with a nice fireplace.”
• “Nestle in a forest, next to a lake, quiet and tranquil with a real african sunset and the eco of birds and insects outside. Braai with the family and love.”
• “South Africans are well known for enjoying activities outdoors and these would be different for everyone. For me, it would have to be hours spent wandering in forest with some time at a river and beach. Can’t forget to include marveling at our beautiful animals too. Top that off with a braai and most South Africans will be happy.”
• “South Africans! haha”
• “Family, friends and a big fire and braai”
• “Magical sunsets, braai, beach, breathtaking scenery and lekker people…”
• “Braai bier padkos en wimpy breakfast”
• “Sun, beach, books, calm and tranquility.”
• “My best would be is to relax watching the sunset, while drinking a glass of wine with the fire burning, good friends and a wonderful place to stay”
• “Open space, unspoilt nature, fresh air and friendly people.”
• “No matter where you come from or where you going, a propper South African Braai with good people is the perfect thing! But ofcourse we neet to add biltong as a snack”
• “Being woken in the morning by the many sounds of the birds, seeing the fauna and flora where soo many elusive and rare species of birds plants and animals can be see in a short visit, smelling the fresh air mixed with the unique aromas of the forest trees and fynbos, seeing the beautiful display of so many different flowers and vibrant colors of the plants like proteas, lilies and vygies in a landscape where you walk through many easily accessible trails, finding the peace and tranquility in nature where things are still preserved and not over crowded by tourism, meeting friendly local people and enjoying their hospitality, experiencing the local culture and foods. All this in a climate, espacially along the garden route, where temperatures and humidity allows one to enjoy the outdoor for a great number of hours in a day.”
• “Big family get togethers with patato salad and a roast leg of lamb.”
• “Tjops and braaibroodjies on a lekker fire.”
• “Fun and games with red wine and board games such as Boereplaas and scrabble!”
• “Family, sunshine & braai.”
• “Tranquility, fire place/braai, part of nature, outdoor activities and experiences.”
• “Really getting back to basics and enjoy the silence and peacefullness of nature!”
• “Great friends & family to share nature & beautiful memories in our diverse country”
• “To ride on a elephant. And a big braai with lots of vriends and family”
• “Braai and anything outdoors”
• “Family ,braai ,biltong and boerewors and enjoying the beautiful South African sights ,especially the Garden route which is undoubtedly the most beautiful scenic wonder that God created.”
• “Beach, forest, wine, family and good food”
• “Steak braai with friends and klippies en Coke in one hand.”
• “The fresh air of the Knysna  Forest”
• “Big fire with group of friend singing and playing guitar with a nice glass of red wine.”
• “Bikini, braai, good white wine, loved ones, happy children!”
• “sunshine, braai, biltong and beer.”
• “Family, alone time, nature, braai, coffee, excercise, fire, music, camp, books”
• “Time away from the busy city life. Must include a wood fire, some good red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon and great company in a route venue in nature!”
• “Braai, biltong, bikini, nature”
• “Spending time with friends and family around a lekker braai  Sharing a few Windhoek beers, having ‘braai broodjies’ Biltong, Nik Naks as starters, followed by lekker wors on the braai,  finished off with some Melktert.  Life is good”
• “Sunshine, comfortable  accommodation,  peace, scenery”
• “River cottage with stunning views,,braai and of course some nice red wine”
• “Self catering is a must for my family! We like to holiday at our own pace! Interesting activities and sites are top of the list too! Reasonable pricing and comfortable accommodation all makes for a memorable holiday and return to in the future!”
• “Family & friends”
• “I can give you a long complicated answer but to me its the simple things like having a braai with my wonderful family enjoying our beautiful surroundings no matter where we go.”
• “Beach braai and sun. Otherwise fire, good food and great scenery”
• “In Knysna, it’s ferns, forests and logfires!”
• “Knysna and its lush forest, beach, braai, good friends, sunsets, good food, good wine and laughter”
• “Quietness and peace.”
• “Braaing outside life like walks and home comforts and nature”
• “Braai,sunshine,beach and friends”
• “Sun..sea..braai…nature”
• “Peace and quietness….”
• “Handpicked destinations”
• “My fondest memories are exploring the area and then returning for an evening relaxing social braai, followed by left over braai for breakfast.”
• “South African signature dishes, unique to us. Great hospitality making you feel at home the moment you arrive. South African Sunshine. Craft Markets. Nice places to lounge and drink coffee where you can enjoy beautiful views and good company.”
• “All I always want is being part of nature hearing birds chirping in the morning and owls hooting and the smell of fresh air in the morning. Waves swishing would be a bonus. Peace and quiet no hooting cars, people screaming and the business of traffic. The fact that when you enjoy your braai its in a chilled environment and you hear the birds singing as you enjoy your meal. You are completely relaxed when you’re in the right surrounding. I love peace and quiet and being with my kids and husband where kids can play and I don’t have to worry that harm will come their way, but they will be free and have the chance to enjoy life like kids should be allowed to?”
• “Mountains, beaches, picnics with wine and biltong and a room with a view.  A braai sometime has to be included of course”
• “Peace and quiet tranquil life”
• “An authentic South -African holiday indulging a bit in Mother Natures bounty. It is enjoying our ocean and forest and bushes It includes lots of food, mostly made on the fire like potjiekos and braai and pap and roosterkoeke. And it includes our world renowned wine and a litlle bit of our own fruit juice- Amarula”
• “Nature, quietness, family, lots of love, (nature brings you closer to God)”
• “To be in nature enjoying the tranquillity and our large open spaces.”

• “Setting is paramount! S.A. has so many beautiful setting obviously with Knysna being in the top 3. Next is S.A. foodie treats, braaied lamb chops with pap and sous is always a winner. Next up is a good bottle of wine (S.A. has the best to offer in the world). Lastly is great company and lets be honest nothing beats the company of a true South African.”
• “Sunny skies, beach, braai and beer”
• “Sun, surf, friendship, peace, food and fun”
• “A truly authentic South African holiday would involve a body of water (dit is lekker by die see) a mountain (oor ons ewige gebergtes)… Good weather, friends and family around a fire (warmth or sustenance) laughter and good South African soul food…“
• “Beach bikini cocktails braai”
• “The key ingredients to a South African holiday are definitely sun shine, water( see, river,dam or pool).”
• “Evenings gotta have a braai and a bottle of sa wine, beautiful clear skies and your solemate to share it with….”
• “Fire, forest and friends!”
• “South African Hospitality, Good Traditional Food, Clean and Calm Environment, Beautiful Landscape”
• “Firstly good friends, people that get you. Weather isn’t important but a good destination is. The destination and the people you’re with can make any vacation memorable and that’s what vacations are about right? Memories. That and I guess the usual……a good braai or a potjie with a big fire, wine…red…and someone who can carry a tune with a guitar.”
• “Bonnfire, stars, silence or the only sound that of the sea…..”
• “Maaitjies en goeie geselskap en vriende uit Europa uit”
• “Amazing scenery, wildlife,  great food, fascinating stories, welcoming smiles AND adventure”
• “I definitely think the key ingredients are sunshine , braai , relaxation , enjoying nature.”
• “Setting is paramount! S.A. has so many beautiful setting obviously with Knysna being in the top 3. Next is S.A. foodie treats, braaied lamb chops with pap and sous is always a winner. Next up is a good bottle of wine (S.A. has the best to offer in the world). Lastly is great company and lets be honest nothing beats the company of a true South African.”
• “To go away with your family or just your husband. No cell phones just the crisp air and having a braai and sharing a bottle of wine and just catching up with no interuptions.”
• “RUGGED  MOUNTAIN, BEAUTIFUL BLUE SEA AND LUSH GREEN FORESTS”
• “Braai in beautifull nature”
• “Braai, good SA wine, forest walks in the beautiful Knysna forest, Beach and  beatiful views.”
• “Quiet night beneath the stars. A fire, a glass of wine and the sound of peace from nature.”
• “A truly authentic holiday for me would be peaceful, in the bush, rustic and away from crowds. Some amazing bird life to whistle you  awake you in the morning. Laughter around a braai while enjoying the most beautiful sunsets.”
• “Anything away from home that includes braai, sunshine,fishing, 4×4, nice food, and are spend with your loved ones while making memories are for me a truly authentic South African holiday experience!”
• “Just to go away no cell phones or Internet and just spend time with your loved one. Braai together and just do fun things together.”
• “There is nothing more beautiful than being at one with nature. Waking up to the fresh smells. No cars, no noise,  no polution.  a magical getaway.”
• “Chilled wine, braai, potjie, sunsets, sun hat & flip flops.”
• “Nature-sounds and sights plus being active in mother nature, quiet, peaceful. With the one(s) you love.”
• “Bush experience, braai, forest and birds, fauna and flora and some sightings of the famous animals of the area.”
• “Bikini beach, braai, boerie, biltong and beer. OR chilling, conversation, cocktails and good company”
• “A truly South African holiday. Blue sky’s, rugby, biltong and an ice cold black lable. Share with friends anf family of all races.”
• “Weather that is perfect anytime throughout the year. Beaches where you can walk barefoot, braaing with friends and family, red wine because anytime is a celebration living in our beautiful country SA❤️”
• “Beautiful location. Quality accommodation.”
• “Tranquility, peace and quiet, away from city life, close to nature.”
• “Being south African to me means being able to put on my takkies and take long long hikes through a lush scenic forest followed by a glass of Castle Lite enjoyed around  a bon fire under a boma with ululating African sounds and the sounds of the wild in the distance”
• “Cosy fire, wine & your partner.  Cellphone. … what cellphone!!”
• “Our wine, biltong, great weather and the outdoors.”
• “I think the location is of utmost importance coupled with hospitality and the warm welcome for which our country is so well known for. Of course a braai for supper would just finish off the day in true south African style.”
• “Bush holiday, camping, fire, braai, wine, seeing the Big 5, braaing marshmallows around the fire, potjiekos and thornwood”
• “Braai and swimming and walks in nature are perfect South Africa holidays.”
• “A true authentic South African holiday is one you share with friends and family.Soaking up the sun enjoying some cold ones (beer)while you braai or making potjiekos. At night sitting round a fire with friends and family having some brandy and coke nibbling on some biltong while the kids are roasting marshmallows on the fire.”
• “Great friends, awesome food, authentic and unique accommodation and of course me”
• “Warm sun, rocky mountains, lush green forests and beautiful blue sea”
• “Definitely the venue, I love being at the beach but nothing beats waking up in the veld or close to the mountains somewhere.  Add some animal noises while having a steamy cup of coffee and I’m almost in heaven. Complete the picture with a ride on my mountain bike in nature and the day is perfect!!! A braai for dinner is a must while sitting around the fire with good company and chatting about the scenery of the day and what lies ahead the next day.”
• “Good company , good bottle of wine , good book , chocolate and  time …”
• “Good wine, potjie, braai, music and the loce of your love celebrating 30 years of marriage”
• “Good company (loved ones), good food (braai) and something to drink (wine)”
• “Sunscreen, hat, air-conditioned vehicle!”
• “A truly authentic South African holiday is a slow and steady sunrise over the mountains, sea or lake followed by gentle hike into the forest or fynbos in search of waterfalls all the while stopping to marvel at the beauty of a hidden flower or shy creature. End the day with a plethora of pinks, blues & indigo, sparks popping from the start of a wood braai surrounded by the soft banter & laughter of family/ friends.”
• “Good company, tranquillity, good red wine, oysters, MCC, Sunset at Knysna Heads”
• “Sound of nature.  Taking in the beauty  around you.  Waking up o to this beauty. Sharing all this with the one you love.   Don forget the braai And wine.”
• “The ingredients for an authentic South African holiday are braai beach lapa fire pit nature wildlife bird life golf hiking good food and wine / beer whale watching  star gazing water sports biltong fishing”
• “Trees, a dam, a fire in the evening, a good bottle of wine and good company”
• “A warm welcome!”
• “Water, Fire, Fresh Produce, Good Company & just an awesome spot to make you forget bout what you accidently forgot & create a space to make memories to never be forgotten…. Just to savour each precious moment of our gorgeous country ?”
• “To be with your special love ones and enjoy the most beautifull forest and nature surroundings. Escpecially when your husband turn 50. Have a nice evening braai and a South African glass of wine and a romantic dinner in nature. The best!!”
• “Definitely a braai after returning from the beach where you just enjoyed the sunshine, sand between your toes and the sound of the waves being all clear and blue like the beautiful sky God created. Of course the braai must be enjoyed with family and friends when all the kids are put to bed. The adults sits around a bond fire singing music from the 70s, 80s and 90s with somebody playing the guitar. Oh this is good for the soul.  It brings tranquility to our minds and hearts and the bonding between loved ones just grows and grows.”
• “Undivided time with your family. Eat, sleep, breath in harmony with nature. Deeply relax, forget about external demands. Time to love and lose yourself in the Wilderness.”
• “Definitely braai, board games, lots and lots of snacks (NikNaks, Biltong, Toffees) and the laughter, love and happiness of my family serounding us.”
• “Sunsets and birdsong. Braai and biltong. Nature and Nederburg. Family and fairies. Outdoors and cosy comfort. Creatures and creepy crawlies. Ocean and firelight. The list goes on…”
• “Blue skies and sunshine, beautiful bushveld,  sounds of nature, stunning views, pristine beaches, fire pits and fine wine ❤️”
• “Good Food, good wine, experiencing the culture, and good company.”
• “Sitting around a potjie braai  with friends and family making great memories.”
• “Key ingredieants: Good friends, Family, Braai and potjie. Wine. And the perfect Knysna forest hideaway”
• “A stunning sunset, a good bottle of wine and the love of my life ….. And cheese and biscuits ? Because we all need a little more than love and wine ?”
• “Loads of braai’s and drinks around a fire with good friends and some lamb chops, boereworse and chicken sosaties on the fire.  Waking up in the morning to the sounds of nature, birds chirping, and little animals foraging.”
• “Braai, nature , open sky and family”
• “Key incredients for me is having fun with my family like taking long walks, take lots of pics. To enjoy the scenery..Knysna is a beautiful place and have beautiful scenery…nice warm fires for camping…marshmallows on sticks…watching the stars in the sky…dancing to the sound of nature…and best of all doing all these things with your loved ones..mmmm”
• “Lekker storieboek,  winkeltrollie vol hout en die res sal my man voor sorg,  hy is die beste siel ooit.  Mens het niks meer nodig met so n wonderlike sielswegbreek plek nie.”
• “The key ingredients to a authentic experience is myself and the Love of my life, my husband Grant spending a romantic stay at the Forest Edge Knysna. As we both love nature and the outdoor life this will be the PERFECT prize to win  We Love Knysna so this will be a Bonus   If you have perfect company  an Awesome accommodation and a feel of Africa what more can you ask for  this getaway will be appreciated as we have not gone away in years due to my husband working 6 days a week, so spending time together is only on a Sunday at home so that he can rest.  I hope we lucky and Win this prize to sparkle the authentic romance in our marriage again”
• “To be truly enjoying your South African holiday you need the following key ingredients: BRAAI…BRAAI… BRAAI… and BRAAI!:
• “Outdoors…”
• “Our beautiful nature set as background… Wood…”
• “Of cause for the BRAAI…”
• “Meat…”
• “THAT is truly South African…”
• “Family and Friends…”
• “Most important ingredient to make it an UNFORGETTABLE holiday in South Africa… !”
• “fire, good food, good wine and the man that holds my heart”
• “I think it is something that you can’t explain to someone. It is something that you have feel and see for yourself.”
• “It is the colour of the African soil, the smell In the air after the rain.”
• “The sound of the waves crashing against the shore, as you look up at magnificent Table Mountain.”
• “It is the sound of a Lion roaring at night and the call of a hadeda in the day.”
• “It is the taste of Africa, the smell of Africa, the part that you can never forget. The spirit that will always beat like a drum inside of us.”
• “Friendly people, reasonable prices, awesome hospitality!”
• “Definitely Knysna, a fire, flora & fauna, african skies & sunsets, walks, oysters, wooden log homes, the Big 5 & of cause the beaches, sunny skies & african cuisine, braaivleis, potjie kos, biltong all of which you can find in Knysna and its surrounds.”
• “African Safari theme… Especially the Big 5 somewhere and… Definitely good food!!! South Africa has a diverse range of foods!!!! Holding thumbs!!!”
• “Summer sunsets, lazy sunny days, blue beaches, tall cocktails, good old south african braais & good company”
• “Braai…beautiful nature.”
• “Time spent in nature as close to what you can be with your God and family without any daily disturbance, Peace of soul mind en body!”
• “Braai , Potjie Kos ,beach ,forest and mountain”
• “South Africa’s breathtaking scenery. Something, that one cannot put in words, but is imprinted in your mind forever. The fauna and flora, each province different and unique. Most of all our friendly people. All these, makes for a truly beautiful experience!”
• “Good company, loverly food, beautiful setting ,sea,mountains and a great sence of adventure”
• “You need to see, hear and taste a country!!”
• “See our beautiful scenery…Garden Route, Drakensberg mnts, our wildlife, our national parks.”
• “Hear our locals sing, talk and dance.”
• “Taste our braaivleis, wine, biltong and melktert!”
• “Add all of the above ingredients and you will have a great holiday!!”
• “Big camp fire with real wood”
• “The smell of Karoo choppies”
• “Red wine”
• “Good company”
• “Typical South African nature and it’s sounds surrounding you with the starry skies above.”
• “Sun, sand, sea, red wine….add my family to make the picture PERFECT”
• “Most important key ingredient is to acquire the services of a reputable Travel Advisor.”
• “Stille natuur altyd n wenner…”
• “Family and friends, the crackle of an open fire and quietness of a starry night.”
• “Spending time in nature”
• “Summer: Sundowners overlooking a beautiful sunset from a beach house with a 360 degree seaview.”
• “Winter: Bushveld and warm camp fires at night listening to the typical animal sounds of the surroundings.”
• “Key Ingredients: anywhere in nature; away from city lights+noise; doggy friendly; place of peace where we can chill; safe, clean, comfortable but does not need to be “The Ritz” “
• “No time pressure or “have to do’s””
• “The key ingredients af an authentic holiday in South Africa is to have activities to keep you busy during the day and also to be able to be at a quiet place/accommodation .   It can be close to the ocean,  Karoo or even in the mountains.  To be able to make a fire/braai in the evening and enjoy the ambiance.”
• “Great company, red wine, epic scenery”
• “Family, sunshine, good food, peace and quiet, no Internet.”
• “Net om in die natuur te wees en die mooi van dit te ervaar en die aand rustig om ‘n vuur te sit.”
• “Affordability, privacy and a little luxury”
• “the  sounds of nature    the smell  of  early morning.  and the  glory  of   the sunset”
• “To be able to spend quality time with your love ones in our lovely country”
• “Walks in nature, meeting a diverse range of super friendly people, expecting the unexpected, enjoying an outside braai with excellent locally produced food and wine.”
• “Braai, bikini, biltong, wine, good company”
• “Open skies and sounds of the African nature, camp fire, good friends and some famous african red wine.?”
• “Loved ones, braai, and padkos make a great authentic south African holiday”
• “Nature, animals, Good Food and a Fire Place…”
• “Serenity, peace of mind, being enveloped by the grandeur of nature with a touch of adventure.”
• “Nature,sun,sea,loved ones,beer and braai”
• “First & foremost authentick South African hospitality!”
• “Followed by access to SA’s unique & fabulous natural resources: fauna, flora, mountains, beaches, rivers & blue sky!”
• “Then, a ‘good value’ gastronomical experience – great dining, all washed down with great SA wine.”
• “SA has them all – it just needs the right mix!”
• “braai and  beach”
• “Braai, good wine good book open fresh air away from city rush”
• “Holiday at the sea of course.just you and the wife,maybe friends,good braai with your fav dop,visiting local pubs,meeting locals”
• “Bikini beach and  braai”
• “Our country is so beautiful and diverse, yet steeped in history.  The sheer beauty of the environment in which Forest Edge is situated, is an experience in itself. The cottages being on the edge of the Knysna Forest just makes one feel that you are a part of an important part of the history of the area and makes one feel as if one of the elusive Knysna elephants are going to come walking out the thicket of the the forest right in front of ones eyes. Beauty, nature and history all in one !!“
• “To experience and appreciate the true beauty of nature as God created it. With only the sound that mother nature brings… The wind, the creatures of the night, the leaves that whisper, water that flows….”
• “NO cell phones, NO TV’s, NO computers!!!!!!!!!!!“
• “A place where the robots’ (us) of this earth become human again…….”
• “Enjoy your peace of heaven my friends!!!!!”
• “Beach and braai”
• “Nature.. Bushveld… Braai… Hiking trials… Something to keep the kids busy with BUT nice stuff like ‘kleilat’, spoorsny.. Maybe learn a skill..”
• “With night bonfire’s and a red or white wine and awesome friends!”
• “The bush, the ocean, silence, red wine, bonfire, African sunset and the wonderful sounds of the night sleeping under the stars.”
• “Good friends, braai, nature”
• “Balmy days, spectacular sunsets, sounds of the forest, a crackling fire for a braai, a glass of red wine and brilliant company!”
• “Away from normal living. Close to nature. Fire places for winter braai in summer”
• “There has to be some time spent in the car driving to either Berg or Beach destination. Padkos in the car and then a braai when arriving (after setting up camp or unpacking of course). Then you have the option of relaxing with a book or spending time hiking or on the beach.”