A blessing to consumers, a curse to retailers and the saving grace to the South African Postal Service, online shopping has changed our shopping experience. You’d be hard-pressed to find someone that hasn’t used Takealot yet with their reliability and Read more
Let’s give credit where it’s due… No one likes visiting any government department and we detest standing in queues but this office puts in a good effort. Yes, the queues are long, so go early but the staff work fast Read more
Situated where the old KFC franchise used to be in the Whitehouse shopping centre. Tel: 031 537 8548 / 031 537 8235 Whitehouse Centre, Shop 500, 333 Chris Hani Road
If you’re passionate about wildlife and want to get more involved with conservation efforts in Durban then the honorary officer program with KZN Wildlife is for you. It’s a volunteer program that allows the public to get hands on with Read more
Beneath the bustling N3 freeway is a well-known nature reserve called Paradise Valley. The reserve is particularly popular because it’s a stone’s throw from the city and yet offers many trails in lush forest and a spacious picnic site. The Read more
This morning, the family went for the Peppa Pig Show at the Play House. As you would expect, the kids loved it. So in that respect, it’s worth it. The show isn’t too long as well, roughly 1.5 hours with Read more
I’m sure most of you have heard of prepaid electricity meters and wondered whether you should make the switch. Some people swear it’s cheaper and others consider anything prepaid to be inferior. Let me tell you about my experience and Read more
Who makes the best bunny chow in Durban? This question has led to many competitions with the winners proudly displaying their trophies and awards in store. Here’s the problem, you can’t compare a bunny entered into a competition with the Read more
A little known gem on the KZN coastline is Chaka’s Rock tidal pool in Salt Rock. The great thing about this pool is the abundance and variety of fish, coral and other creatures. It’s large enough for people to snorkel Read more
In Durban, litchis are a big part of the festivities as they come into season in early December. The litchi festival in Salt Rock is a great option for tourists and locals that want to experience a litchi orchard first Read more
If you’re old enough to remember going to Medwood Gardens to see the Nativity scene then “Trail of Lights” at the Botanical Gardens will bring back memories. The park is lit up with lights. There are people dressed in character, Read more
Snow World in Gateway Date: 1 December 2017 – 8 January 2018 Time: 10am – 6pm Daily Cost: R30 – R80 for 45min session The idea of experiencing snow in Durban without the long drive to the mountains is appealing. Read more
If your child loves to paint then My Little Picasso is for you. Instead of offering the usual Jungle Gym facilities, the owners decided to focus on catering for the creative child. There’s various canvas sizes available. You choose one Read more
The Port Natal Maritime Museum situated along the harbour is a little known tourist attraction in the city. Maritime history is not something that interests the masses but it’s a great place to snap some interesting photos. The museum has Read more
There are moments in life when things go wrong. Perhaps documents are misplaced or due to an oversight something crucial was forgotten and you need it printed out of working hours. I had a similar scenario recently and I needed Read more
The Blue Lagoon is a famous braai spot but not many people have tried canoeing on the Umgeni River. Canoeing can be booked from the green hub office. You will be taken to the canoe club at the end of Read more
Durban Ice Arena The Durban Ice Arena is probably the coolest place in Durban, pun intended. Whether you’re trying to beat the heat or just have some fun, going for a session is sure to be a blast and full Read more
Whether you’re a tourist or a Durbanite looking for an indoor activity for the family, the Durban Natural Science Museum in the heart of the city might be a good choice for you. I know what some of you are Read more
Many tortoises are taken out of their natural habitat each year and kept as pets. This has resulted in the leopard tortoise in particular becoming an endangered species. Keeping a tortoise without a permit from KZN wildlife is illegal. So Read more
Positioned along the Umgeni River with it’s own waterfall and lush vegetation as a backdrop, the Umgeni River Bird Park is a great place to visit during your stay in Durban. The size of the park is adequate, you can Read more