by Lawson | Sep 4, 2025
Nicolas Hohls, a 27-year-old KwaZulu-Natal farmer, had a terrifying brush with death after being attacked by two hyenas while camping at Cape Vidal with family and friends. Alan J. Hendry/Unsplash According to News24, Hohls was asleep in his tent when the animals...
by Lawson | Sep 4, 2025
South Africa’s street food scene isn’t just about flavour. It’s a full sensory journey packed with history, art, and culture. Jaco Pretorius/Unsplash From the lively townships of Cape Town to the Jozi’s vibrant inner city, here are seven street food tours that are a...
by Lawson | Sep 4, 2025
Every September, CapeNature—Western Cape’s premier conservation authority—opens its most treasured reserves for a week, granting complimentary entry to day visitors. Bontebok at De Hoop Nature Reserve / Hendrik van den Berg / WIkimedia Commons The 11th annual Access...
by Lawson | Sep 3, 2025
I just published my first note on Substack Notes, and would love for you to join me there! ✈️ What’s in Your Carry-On? When you’re traveling, there’s always that one item you never leave home without. For some, it’s a neck pillow. For others, noise-canceling...
by Lawson | Aug 24, 2025
Beyond the Brochure: Navigating the Risks of Travel After 50 in 2025–2026 by Lawson Brooks There’s nothing like the joy of discovering a new destination—tasting unfamiliar cuisine, standing before historic ruins, or soaking in the rhythms of a place far from home. But...
