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Don’t live in the Upper Highway?
That’s ok, you should still come and visit!
A hub of activity nestled in nature’s surrounds, where city and county life effortlessly merge to create a unique vibe of urban wilderness.
With friendly locals who foster a true sense of community, you’ll be welcomed to Our Hood – Enjoy your stay.
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Our“Hub” is dedicated to showcasing everything the Upper Highway has on offer. From local businesses, exciting events, trending hot spots and so much more…
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Woza Moya EmboCraft Store
Woza Moya (Come Spirit of Change in IsiZulu language) is the economic empowerment project of Hillcrest AIDS Centre Trust. Woza Moya’s mission is to unearth creativity that creates economic empowerment through traditional quality local crafts made by people in need....
Year End Function in Punjab
Can YOU imagine a night in Punjab?! A year-end function in Punjab will certainly be a memorable occasion. Besides, everyone loves to dress up. But where is Punjab you might ask? Punjab is a state in Northern India. Being the richest state in the Indian sub-continent,...
Tips For Travelling With Your Pets
TIPS FOR TRAVELLING WITH YOUR PETS The holidays are almost upon us again and if you’re planning a family getaway or road trip and are wanting to take your four-legged family members along, there is extra planning involved to make sure the journey is as stress-free as...
5 Things to consider when buying a car
Things to consider when buying a car Nothing says FREEDOM like your own set of wheels! When the time comes to purchase a car it can be both exciting and overwhelming. To help you with the process we have highlighted a few important things for you to consider when...
6 Reasons Why You Should Go Karting
6 Reasons Why You Should Go Karting If you are looking for Go Karting Tracks in the Upper Highway then be sure to visit EPIC KARTING at Watercrest Mall Karting is often referred to as the “hidden gem” of motorsports. It is where almost all of the world’s professional...
Health Benefits of Chinese Food
Health Benefits of Chinese Food You already know that Chinese food is delicious, but you might not be aware that it’s also one of the healthiest foods you can eat. At Yang’s Chinse Restaurant, offering family-style dining and Chinese takeout at Oxford Village in...
Decorating Tips for a Small Space
Most people are hesitant to decorate a small bathroom. You may feel as though you are just going to clutter your bathroom or take up space that could be valuable. One has to think to themselves, a bathroom is a sanctuary, it is definitely the most important room in...
History of Women’s Day
Looking for Women's Day Specials in Hillcrest, Kloof, Waterfall and other areas of the Upper Highway? Take a look at all the special offers at the end of this article. HAPPY WOMEN'S DAY “I am a strong woman. I don’t sit around feeling sorry for myself, nor let people...
Are you ready for spring?
Spring is around the corner! Its that time of year again, many homeowners dread spring cleaning, but it's a necessary task when you consider how many things typically get overlooked as a part of every-day cleaning. You might vacuum, wash dishes, and do laundry...
DRUMMOND
With beautiful countryside and home to one of South Africa’s oldest steam trains, Drummond is a small town in the Upper Highway area just 45 km West of Durban. Drummond was named after F C Drummond, former director of the Natal Land and Colonisation Company. This...
MONTESEEL
Monteseel; Inchanga, Outer West Durban is a quiet area often found in a thick blanket of mist. Home to the Monteseel Community Park, Hacienda Country Pub, Bunny Farm and breathtaking scenery. Monteseel is a destination not to miss. Many travellers choose the beautiful...
WATERFALL
Waterfall and Crestholme, Upper Highway Area Between 1959 and 1967 the Hillcrest Estate Agency formally developed the township of Crestholme which was mentioned in the Daily News 1971 Supplement : "Place names of Natal and Zululand" with the comment: Back in 1944...
BOTHAS HILL
Bothas Hill is an appealing suburb situated in the Upper Highway area approximately 30km from Durban KwaZulu Natal. Botha's Hill is named after one of the first settlers: Philip Rudolph Botha, grandfather of General Louis Botha (1862-1919), first Prime Minister of the...
GILLITS
Gillitts Park is situated on what was know as the Emberton farm and the Dovehouse farm. The farm was owned by William Gillitts in the 1900’s, one of the main pioneer families of the area and after which the suburb of Gillitts is named. William Gillitts was born in...
SHONGWENI
Shongweni offers a variety of leisure activities. On the outskirts of Hillcrest, the Shongweni Dam and Nature Reserve offers a day of adventure with scenic walks, an opportunity to clamber up the dam wall and enjoy a little slice of heaven just 25 km from Durban. Home...
KLOOF
Welcome to Kloof Kloof is a suburb in the Upper Highway area (Durban Outer West) Not much is known about the early days of the area now called Kloof prior to the 1800’s. The first documents relating to the area were recorded with the arrival of the early Voortrekker...
HILLCREST
Hillcrest is a suburb in Durban, South Africa. It is part of the outer West suburbs of Durban. The suburb of Hillcrest experienced a building boom in the late 1990s and 2000s with the construction of many gated communities and shopping centres. The town celebrated its...
10 Business Travel Tips
10 Business Travel Tips Travelling for business? Constantly unpacking and re-packing? Or is it just a once-off trip that you really want to go well? You’re not alone! A huge demographic of workers travel for business but how many of those travellers can say their...
10 differences between North and South Indian Food
Indian Food India is a very diverse country and has multiple different cultures that differ in language, traditions and of course cuisine. India has a lot of variety in terms of cooking and different parts of India, such as North, South, East, and West all use...
10 Reasons to book your function here
Mozambik Hillcrest Year-End Functions, Private Events and Birthdays are most memorable at Mozambik! You get to travel to Mo-Zam-Bik without a passport and experience authentic Mozambican culture and cuisine at Mozambik Hillcrest, a family-friendly restaurant that...