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- The June school holidays are upon us.
- Families are looking for places to go and things to do to keep the kids entertained and busy.
- Here are some places to travel to or try out.
Family-friendly school holiday destinations are for making memories and building bonds.
Schools across South Africa are due to close, and many families are wondering where to spend their next vacation.
Time away from the household routines and the typical day structures spell excitement for children and, if possible, a much-needed break for parents.
Holidays are when some of the most incredible memories in life are made, as they are often when families experience something new.
If done correctly, holidays help create crucial moments for families to bond and create beautiful memories.
Here are some of South Africa's most beautiful destinations to travel to or try out these school holidays.
Limpopo's lush landscapes
Every province in South Africa is different. In some areas, you might find dry bushveld; in others, lush green-filled landscapes.
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In Limpopo, vacationers can experience a mixture of both, with it being home to both the Kruger National Park and Limpopo Riverine Forest alongside the Limpopo River.
With the area offering such incredible mixed landscapes.
Families can bond over shared experiences of the big five, trips within the forest's tented camps, and exciting river-rafting activities.
Waterberg Zipline's Adventures is open to children ages five and up.
Each tour is two-and-a-half hours long, spent sliding through the beautiful Waterberg.
Jozi's fascinating inner city
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A great school holiday idea could be to spend some days embarking on a culinary discovery of the city.
If it is true the way to our hearts is through our stomachs, then this type of experience is prime for connecting with family through food.
Kids love ice cream at any time of the year.
Rosebank's Maverick and Jane's serves delicious sorbets and ice creams, and gourmet popcorn in flavours like rosemary and lemon, baklava, rose and pistachio and chocolate.
For the health-conscious, visit eateries like the Veggie Shake Shack, which serves vegetarian burgers, crinkle-cut fries and delicious shakes.@ninkeleroux1 Kidz Fun House?? ??Location : Bedfordview Cost: R70.00 per hour / per child Restuarant available inside.#funhouse #kidsplayroom #johannesburg???????? #thingstodo #toddlers #activitiesforkids ? Don't Worry Be Happy - Reggae Allstars
Other exciting establishments to experience within the city include Casadanatas, District Cafe, Pizzeria Lorenzo and Shazmins Patisserie.
Cape Town's oceanside adventures
It might be cold outside; however, across Cape Town, you might hear locals proclaim the sea temperature is warmer in winter.
While this is debatable, the truth is that water activities are an excellent way for families to bond and experience adventures together.
Winter surf schools across the city hold camps open to adults and kids. Wetsuits to keep you warm and beginners' surfboards are available to rent, and costs include surf instructors.Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront offers family rooms if you are staying next to the ocean.
Guests staying at the hotel will also receive discounted entry to the Two Oceans Aquarium and discounted tickets for the SuperPark play park.
Both are situated within the V&A Waterfront precinct.
These experiences are only available via online bookings.
Eastern Cape's fairy-filled forests
After a long and winding uphill drive along the Amatola Mountains lies the entrance to a magical fairy town within the heart of the Eastern Cape.
Families will enjoy making memories together at places such as the Away with the Fairies Lodge, Crystal Corner crystal shop and the magical fairy forest.
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Hogsback also hosts regular markets and is an excellent destination for hikes and walks with the family.
Whatever the weather and whatever the budget, across South Africa, there are ample opportunities to spend time bonding with family through food, nature and adventure during these school holidays.
- This information was supplied by Irvine Partners on behalf of Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront.
