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DIAL-A-PICNIC this Valentine’s Day Pretoria is filled with gorgeous, picnic-perfect spots and with Dial-aPicnic you don’t have to worry about planning or packing your basket or setting it up!

The city life can prove to be a bit of a challenge with the constant rush, endless hours of traffic, never-ending workdays and driving back and forth from school function to sports match. Sound familiar? Sometimes all you need is to find a spot in nature, feel the sun on your face and feast on food that’s out of this world. That is exactly where Dial-a-Picnic comes to the rescue.

Let indulgence take over and get treated with absolutely everything – from the setup of the picnic with thick, fluffy blankets and plump, colourful cushions to a quality wicker-basket filled with high-end cutlery. Not to mention the food! Dig into a variety of delicatessens from handcrafted cheese boards, charcuterie plates, antipasto, fresh bread, preserves, fresh fruit and sweet treats.

Dial-a-Picnic is also not limited to Valentine’s Day. You can book your specially prepared picnic for baby showers, work conferences, kitchen teas, high teas, proposals and even weddings. How amazing would a wedding with a unique picnic set up be? The possibilities are endless.

Dial-a-Picnic operates in Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Johannesburg and surrounding areas and you can choose your own picnic spot or rely on them for the perfect recommendation. No need to worry about your romantic plans anymore. Spoil your loved one this Valentine’s Day with a charming picnic where you get to connect not only with each other, but also with mother nature.

WIN, WIN, WIN! Stand a chance to win a romantic “Banquet on a Blanket” picnic to the value of R2395, set up in a beautiful setting or venue of your choice. Your basket will be delivered and set up for you at a secluded spot, complete with a personalised basket filled with delicious treats, a soft blanket, scatter cushions, rose petals and soft drinks on ice, along with 10 long-stem, red roses. Winners will be announced on the 17th of February and the prize is valid for 3 months. Visit www.hellopretoria.co.za to enter.

ACROBRANCH Slide, balance, jump, crawl, dash, swing and stroll your way through the acrobranch trail and always expect the unexpected from this unique experience filled with twists, turns and lots of thrills. The park is equipped with obstacles that will challenge any fitness and balance level with tree top adventure courses that suits everyone. Honingnestkrans Street m 012 940 1966 1 www.acrobranch.co.za

ADVENTURE ZONE CULLINANABSEILING Situated just 30 minutes from the Pretoria CBD, Adventure Zone Cullinan offers the perfect adrenaline fix for all those junkies out there. Abseil down sheer cliffs that are up to 60 meters high or try rap-jumping (abseiling face down) for the really adventurous. Enjoy amazing lookout points, appreciating the beauty of nature and get your blood flowing. R513 & Olienhout Road, Cullinan m 012 734 0507 1 www.azcullinan.co.za

HAZEL FOOD MARKET Located at the Greenlyn Village Centre, this market takes place every Saturday and lures locals and tourists alike to explore Pretoria’s delicious local foods, hospitable culture and vibey atmosphere. Here you’ll find fresh veggies and flowers, coffee, delicious lamb pitas, rusks and more. Greenlyn Village Centre, Corner of Thomas Edison and Mackenzie Streets, Menlo Park m 078 593 7716 1 www.hazelfoodmarket.co.za

SKYDIVE PRETORIA Skydive Pretoria is South Africa’s premier skydiving centre, operating non-stop for 52 years, at the magnificent Wonderboom airport. PSC is the only club in South Africa that operates a type certified Turbine aircraft with a capacity of up to 13 jumpers at a time. Wonderboom Airport, Onderstepoort m 081 499 5739 1 www.skydivepretoria.com

COMPU-KART With the ideal go-karts, built to allow drivers to push themselves to their limits, race up to speeds of 65km/h and experience all the thrills which make this motorsport so exciting. Helmets are provided and marshals are on the track at all times. Buckle up! China Shopping Mall, Sefako Makgatho Dr. Roodeplaat m 012 808 1138 1 www.compu-kart.com

LION & SAFARI PARK Expect authentic safari encounters and an unforgettable experience as you get up close and personal with a number of animals in addition to the lions. From wild dogs, cheetahs, zebras, springbuck and more, guided tours, delicious food and drinks from either the Wetlands Restaurant and Bar or the Bull 'n Buck Grill, souvenirs and a kiddies play area, your day is sure to be action-packed and full of fun. R512 Pelindaba Rd, Hartbeespoort, Broederstroom m 087 150 0100 1 www.lionandsafaripark.com

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PRETORIA NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDENS SANBI provides knowledge and information, gives planning and policy advice and pilots bestpractice management models in partnership with stakeholders. SANBI manages the National Botanical Gardens as 'windows' to South Africa's biodiversity for enjoyment and education. 2 Cussonia Ave, Brummeria, Pretoria m 012 843 5071 1 www.sanbi.org.za

DE VETTE MOSSEL An informal dining experience where you can indulge in as much seafood as you want. It might not be the original De Vette Mossel in Mossel Bay, but it’s got its own beach and even a Tietiesbaai lighthouse and you can definitely expect the same when it comes to the menu. m 082 346 3731 1 www.devettemosselharties.co.za