Greyton Mountain Marathon
My lungs were burning, I had one soggy, muddy foot which squelched each time my shoe struck the ground, and my wet clothes were stuck to...
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Encouraging you to travel more consciously and live more sustainably through a collection of travel guides, stories from the road, and scientific research
Natasha Posnett
- Jun 14, 2022
- 3 min
The Tankwa Karoo: into the desert
What an awesome and unique trip this was! I had read about the area and seen plenty of pictures, but nothing does the Tankwa Karoo...
Natasha Posnett
- Jan 22, 2022
- 4 min
Christmas Safari in South Africa
After spending a lovely few weeks back in the UK, catching up with family and visiting some of our favourite places, it was time to head...
Natasha Posnett
- Dec 6, 2021
- 1 min
The West Coast seal crisis
Cape Fur seals (Arctocephalus pusillus pusillus) are an iconic part of Cape Town’s marine life. Charismatic, curious and playful; people...
Natasha Posnett
- Aug 26, 2021
- 3 min
Wave Goodbye to Winter with a Final Cosy Escape in Tulbagh
The days are getting longer, the rain less frequent and when the sun is out you can almost pretend it's summer! But the cold, rainy...
Natasha Posnett
- Apr 22, 2021
- 6 min
Escape into nature: Firefly Falls and the Garden Route
Are you looking for a weekend away, an escape into nature? There is nothing better than getting away from it all, switching off your...
Natasha Posnett
- Mar 26, 2021
- 4 min
A Night Under The Stars at Wolfberg Arch
Wild, rugged and captivating- the Cederberg always delivers stunning scenery and fun adventures! But there is something particularly...
Natasha Posnett
- Mar 5, 2021
- 5 min
The Oceans are Drowning in Noise
The oceans are often thought of as a silent expanse, but under the surface there is a symphony of sound: a secret soundscape of songs,...
Natasha Posnett
- Feb 17, 2021
- 6 min
Looking Back Over Our First Year of Living Abroad
I am a few months late posting this, but we made it through a whole year of living in Cape Town!! I thought it would be fun to share my...
Natasha Posnett
- Feb 8, 2021
- 4 min
A Luxury Weekend in Swellendam
I felt so relaxed after our weekend away in Swellendam. The fresh mountain air, cooling river swims, and luxury accommodation were the...
Natasha Posnett
- Jan 28, 2021
- 4 min
Robertson and Montagu- Escape to the Mountains
It's the start of the new year- everyone is setting new resolutions and thinking about what they want to achieve over the next 365 days,...
Natasha Posnett
- Jan 21, 2021
- 3 min
Microplastics: revealing the true impact they have on elasmobranchs
Over the last decade, the increased presence of microplastics has become a major threat to the marine environment worldwide. These tiny...
Natasha Posnett
- Jan 21, 2021
- 4 min
We Need to Protect the Ocean Before it’s Too Late
The ocean is in decline and as the climate and biodiversity crisis worsens there is an urgent need for change. We need to protect at...
Natasha Posnett
- Nov 6, 2020
- 3 min
Nowhere to Hide
Our oceans are becoming increasingly crowded and sharks in the open ocean are being forced to share their habitat with fisheries. Global...
Natasha Posnett
- Sep 25, 2020
- 5 min
Northern Cape Road Trip Itinerary: Calvinia, Augrabies, Kgalagadi
On Friday 14th of August, 140 days after the start of lockdown, it was announced by the President that we would be allowed to travel...
Natasha Posnett
- Sep 8, 2020
- 3 min
Running the Trails of Cape Town
Cape Town is an outdoor enthusiasts dream. Runners are particularly spoilt for choice, with so many beautiful mountain trails to choose...
Natasha Posnett
- May 7, 2020
- 3 min
Cederberg Weekend Getaway
Breathtaking rock formations, beautiful hiking/running trails and clear waterfall pools- this is a dreamy, must do trip if you’re in the...
Natasha Posnett
- Apr 28, 2020
- 3 min
Things to Remember When Moving Abroad
In 2019 my husband and I moved abroad to Cape Town from the UK. We said goodbye to our life as we knew it in Cornwall and flew 12 hours...
Natasha Posnett
- Apr 14, 2020
- 3 min
Living Abroad vs Backpacking: Which One's For You?
You want to travel the world and explore new places, but you can’t decide on the best way to do it? It is a dream for many people to be...
Natasha Posnett
- Apr 3, 2020
- 4 min
One Week in Full Lockdown
Hello from South Africa where we have now been in full lockdown for one week. Nope, we can’t leave the house to do any form of exercise,...
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