Avoid the Queue via Route 62

A Journey to the Unexpected

We are moving on today and have a long(ish) 4 and a half hour drive ahead to Hlangana Lodge in Oudtshoorn, so are making an early start. Route 62 is a good alternative to the very popular Garden Route along the coast. It is supposed to be quieter, but no less picturesque – we’ll find out today.

It is often the unexpected elements of a trip that are the most fun rather than the big attraction “Must Do” tourist sights.  We are hoping to be able to experience a bit more of what South Africa is really like on this part of the our journey.

I will remember Franschhoek as a very pretty little place – full of roses even this early in Spring/Summer – definitely somewhere to return to.

Avoid the Queue via Route 62 FranschhoekRoses
Avoid the Queue via Route 62 The Jam Tarts Cafe Route 62
The Jam Tarts Cafe Route 62
Avoid the Queue via Route 62 The Jam Tarts Cafe Route 62 Honey Dispenser
The Jam Tarts Cafe Route 62 Honey Dispenser

Glad I Packed

No peg clothes line, which worked a treat hanging over the bath.

The guide book on Kindle – much lighter than a fat book and I have learned how to add bookmarks now – so useful.

Thought for the day – must find room in our house somewhere for a large bean bag – they are such fun!