Shaun Douglas

Students exited around a vintage vehicle for matric farewell rides

6 Matric Farewell Vehicle Rentals in Pretoria

Last updated: 08.04.2025 - Now that we know of 26 Matric Farewell Photo Venues in Pretoria, it’s time to explore options for renting a fancy vehicle for the occasion. Here are six vehicle rental companies that can help. Arrive at your matric farewell in timeless elegance with Classic Rides. They offer a variety of classic rides and supercars to choose from. Whether you envision a vibrant, roaring twenties ambience or a polished, mid-century ride, Classic Rides has the perfect car to make your matric farewell an unforgettable and stylish affair. ... Continue Reading

Students taking a photo at their Matric Farewell

26 Matric Farewell Photo Venues in Pretoria

Last updated: 08.04.2025 - Matric Farewell season is around the corner. Most of these events take place around September. As the month draws closer, I get this slight anxiety that things still need to be finalized and that finding a venue for this cherished, once-in-a-lifetime event is still a problem. Oh, where shall we take photos on this day? As I explored Pretoria, people mentioned the Klein Kaap, the Voortrekker Monument, and Jan Smuts House. Then I got to thinking. What should be considered when choosing a venue for these photos? ... Continue Reading

The Grondpad Brauhouse Restaurant Review

Last updated: 07.04.2025 - It was Father's Day, and we were making our way back from shopping in the Centurion area. I had driven past the Grondpad Brauhouse a few times over the last couple of weeks, and I thought, "Why not? Let's go and check them out." Mind you, they are located right next to the Padstal, which I have yet to visit. I wonder how business is with the Padstal across from the road. ... Continue Reading

Outdoor X EXPO Pretoria Review

Last updated: 07.04.2025 - I wanted to see what the Outdoor X EXPO was all about. It took place at Idle Wild Country Estate outside Pretoria, in the same direction as The Big Red Barn. The cost of attendance was R150 per person, which is not bad, considering all there is to see and do. The event was much larger than I had anticipated. As I headed towards the entrance, I feared facing the usual 300-meter-long queue typical at aviation shows. I had also heard about some drama from the previous year. ... Continue Reading

Under water photo of a swimming pool used for competitions

24 Public Swimming Pools in Pretoria

Last updated: 07.04.2025 - Beat the Pretoria heat for the whole family! A cool down at Pretoria's public pools is a budget-friendly splash, with entry as low as R7 for kids and free for toddlers. Even adults can enjoy some aquatic relief for just R17. Most pools are open weekdays from 10:00 to 18:00 and weekends/holidays from 10:00 to 17:00. Make a splash without breaking the bank! ... Continue Reading

South African Air Force Aviation Show Pretoria Review

Last updated: 07.04.2025 - Did you miss this year's South African Air Force (SAAF) Aviation Show? If you are into aviation, you should have been there. It was much better than I anticipated. Based on what I could gather online, I thought the show would be slow. While researching the event online, I noticed there was not too much interest. Knowing this, I thought 09:00 would be a good time to arrive. Boy, was I wrong! To my surprise, the queue was 300 meters long before the entrance. ... Continue Reading

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