Purely Local Travel Blog

Stay inspired with authentic stories, hidden gems, and expert tips from South Africa's vibrant destinations

Browse by category

All Articles

Tap into your Creativity
December 2022 jhb

Tap into your Creativity

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@If you’ve always had a flair for art and a knack for design, why not study graphic design or animation at these top Joburg…

Read more →
Everything you need to know… about Tequila!
December 2022 jhb

Everything you need to know… about Tequila!

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@Words: Keegan Smith AKA The BarsmithTequila, the mere mention of the word conjures blurry images of poor choices, great times and quite possibly the…

Read more →
The Ultimate Festive Season Bucket List
December 2022 jhb

The Ultimate Festive Season Bucket List

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ The holidays are here, so we’ve compiled our pick of Joburg’s must-do things this summer season, as well as a few things to…

Read more →
THE FESTIVE SEASON IS ON FIRE
December 2022 kzn

THE FESTIVE SEASON IS ON FIRE

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ We’ve got the scoop on the hottest events for you to spice up your summer season. Celebrate Christmas and ring in the new…

Read more →
OCEANS MALL IS OFFICIALLY OPEN
December 2022 kzn

OCEANS MALL IS OFFICIALLY OPEN

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Luxurious R1.3bn Oceans Mall Umhlanga welcomes shoppers! The luxurious and much anticipated Oceans Mall, part of the R4.3 billion mixed-use Oceans Umhlanga Development,…

Read more →
Go North
December 2022 kzn

Go North

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Where it’s warm, all year. From signature sunrise to settle-in sunsets. Where the pace of life matches your measured breaths, in and out,…

Read more →
DE-GLAMORIZING AESTHETIC MEDICINE
December 2022 kzn

DE-GLAMORIZING AESTHETIC MEDICINE

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ With Dr Kayla Andrew. After learning about all of my options, we created my skin plan and decided to start with a baby…

Read more →
Through The Eyes Of Prom Mfeka
December 2022 kzn

Through The Eyes Of Prom Mfeka

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ Prom Mfeka is a Social Media Manager at Peach Payments-a fintech startup based in Cape Town but works remotely in Durban. She also…

Read more →
A NOSTALGIC VOYAGE
December 2022 jhb

A NOSTALGIC VOYAGE

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@ At The LivingRoom at Summerhill Guest Estate. Up until recently, I had never experienced fine-dining before. Perhaps it was because I felt intimidated…

Read more →
Jozi through the eyes of… a Sommelier
December 2022 jhb

Jozi through the eyes of… a Sommelier

@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IjxoMT4iLCJhZnRlciI6IjwvaDE+In19@Ever wanted to know where the wine fundis of Joburg hang out? Katlego Mathobela, the sommelier of Saint Restaurant, shares her favourite spots and…

Read more →