The Heart of Catalonia
Originally published in Absolute Mama Magazine, Issue 13 2002.
I explore the Catalonia’s vibrant capital of Barcelona and road trip to Costa Brava’s town of Cadaqués where I learn a little bit of ‘salty’ Catalan and how to make Catalan’s beloved seafood rice.
Why your next Safari should be in Botswana
Originally Published on Cheapflights.co.za
Here in this blog, we’ve narrowed down a few reasons why your next safari should be in Botswana.
Sea La Vie | Coastal Getaways
Originally published in Sawubona Magazine, March 2022.
As the last of summer stretches out over the southern hemisphere, savour sunny shores and long days with your family at some of these seaside spots.
Reconnecting Humanity
Originally Published in OutThere Mag, 2022.
Realising that to be truly inclusive, you have to create belonging, this new breed of experiences – by people of colour, for people of colour and their friends – seeks to reconnect individuals with and reimagine what black spaces in Cape Town should really be.
Building a Bridge through Wine
Originally Published in House & Leisure SA, 2022.
Lauren Manuel McShane engages with a new narrative surrounding Cape Town’s wine culture, and chats to tenacious entrepreneur, Lindile Ndzaba whose brand, Khayelitsha’s Finest Wines, is paving this connection
Step into Zanzibar
Originally Published in Afropolitan Mag, 2022
When it comes to dipping our toes back in the travel pool, Tanzania’s island of Zanzibar with its snorkelling, spices and rich Swahili culture is a delicious place to dive into.
Where the Wild Things Are | South Africa
Originally published in Juice Mag, 2016.
While road tripping through Northern Kwa-Zulu Natal expecting only solace and deserted coastline, I was met instead with the wild, fearless beauty of a region thriving with life in abundance.
Top 10 Quirky Stays | South Africa
Originally published in Sawubona Magazine, 2019.
Life is too short for boring accommodation, so if you’re going to travel, why not try something truly out of the ordinary like a wigwam, train, tipi, castle or a container?
Time Out | South Africa
Originally published in Juice Mag, Dec 2019.
As you bid farewell to 2019, allow yourself to withdraw from life and its endless demands for a while. Lauren Manuel shares a few retreats for some precious ‘me’ time.
The Heart of an Activist
Originally published in Sawubona Mag, 2020.
Lucinda Evans of the gang-ridden Lavender Hills in Cape Town was named one of BBC’s List of 100 Inspiring and Influential Women around the World 2019.