Category Archives: sky

White sand and blue water

Posted on May 19, 2017 by

As hubby and I were walking down the path to our bungalow during our recent holiday at Umngazi River Bungalows and Spa, the sight of the dunes against the blue water of the river was stunning !!   The sun must … Continue reading →

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Sundowner cruise at Umngazi

Posted on April 23, 2017 by

Today is one of those days when I don’t feel like doing anything.  It’s Sunday 🙂   No yoga, pilates, gym of any sort, and no school runs.  Just as well .. I have a head cold.  Fuzzy brain and all … Continue reading →

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Celebrating 50 years of marriage !!

Posted on April 1, 2017 by

A very special occasion indeed !!!   Cheryl and Bob celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with us at Umngazi !!!   I thought couples celebrating 50 years were old !!  These two are not in that category at all !!!  Not even close … Continue reading →

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Blue water and white dunes at Umngazi

Posted on March 31, 2017 by

It was a magical moment !!!   As hubby and I walked along the path back to our bungalow for an afternoon snooze after lunch the colours of the river, dunes and sky popped out !!!    Unfortunately I wasn’t fast enough … Continue reading →

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A day in the life of Umngazi guests

Posted on March 24, 2017 by

That’s us in this case ..  hubby and I This is basically how each day unfolds in paradise.  Our mornings began with a cup of tea with a view .. (I am cheating here.  I took this photo on our last day.  Each day … Continue reading →

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Relaxation is the key at Umngazi

Posted on March 19, 2017 by

Umngazi River Bungalows and Spa is one of those places where, when your feet touch the ground in the car park, you know you’re on holiday.   Actually 200 metres or so before you reach the main gate there’s a hint … Continue reading →

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Flower Moon .. Milk Moon .. Bright Moon .. Planting Moon … … …

Posted on May 26, 2016 by

The other evening .. to be precise on the 23rd .. I spotted the moon before it sank below the tree and roof tops.  It wasn’t large, but it had a golden/pink colour. Full moon had been two days before, on … Continue reading →

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