Water-Smart Weekend Escapes With #MINIGetaways

I have a confession to make. I suffer from a condition called wanderlust. I think I’ve always had it, ever since I realized that there was a whole wonderful world just waiting to be discovered. Said wanderlust is a constant in my life, and as much as I would love to pack my suitcase and head off to explore exotic and foreign lands a few times a year, this isn’t always feasible.

How do I ‘feed’ this perpetual state of wanderlust, you may ask? With road trips, that’s how! There is nothing quite like looking forward to a long weekend getaway. Exploring one’s backyard, so to speak, is one of my big loves and something that my family and I are fortunate to enjoy fairly often. Hitting the open road and spending a few nights together in an as yet undiscovered area is pure bliss and feeds my wanderlust soul.

Living in the Western Cape, and in particular Cape Town, we are well aware of the consequences of the severe water shortage that we have been experiencing for quite some time now. The Mother City is predicted to be the first major city in the world that could run out of water. This is a very scary but real fact that makes one realize that we can no longer rely on winter rainfalls to fill our dams. Being water-wise has become a way of life for many of us and our way of thinking about how we use this precious natural resource has had to change. So how can one enjoy life’s little pleasures whilst still being water-wise and giving precious Mother Nature the love she deserves?

Two well-known and popular icons, MINI South Africa and Getaway Magazine, have joined forces to create “Water-Smart Getaways”. This campaign shows Capetonians how to experience an adventure, indulge a little (without going too crazy), while saving the city loads of water and having fun exploring the incredible beauty of South Africa. Sound too good to be true?

Well, fear not, because six #MINIGetaways have been created and are situated in ‘water safe zones’ outside of Cape Town and are specially packaged for each person’s preferences. I’m all for driving dirty, but when safety becomes an issue and you can barely see out of your car windows and side mirrors, it’s time to check out ‘7 Glorious Car-Washing Getaways’. Did you know? You’ll be saving the city approximately 300 litres of water!

Haven’t been able to spoil yourself for a while with a luxurious pamper session at a hair salon? Then ‘10 Magnificent Hair-Washing Getaways’ might be the one for you. This saves the city approximately 65 litres of water (this includes a shower and washing your hair).

The “Water-Smart Getaways” also include a wide range of accommodation to choose from while you indulge in your water-smart fantasy. To put things into perspective, a “Water-Smart Getaway” weekend for two saves the city around 770 litres of water. When you multiply that by a couple of hundred people (possibly thousands), you are literally saving the city massive amounts of water. Whether you want to experience a ‘Guilt-Free Laundry-Load Getaway’ or fancy getting wet with ‘Classic Pool-Splashing Getaways’, you’ll be sure to find a “Water-Smart Getaway” to suit your needs.

For a full list of the six #MINIGetaways, click here for all the info you need to plan your “Water-Smart Getaway” http://www.getaway.co.za/water-smart-getaways/

“Water-Smart Getaways” are a great idea to escape the city for a few days, explore and experience a “local is lekker” adventure (lekker = cool). And there’s no better vehicle to do it with than the #MINICountryman. Imagine zipping along country roads in this super stylish four-wheel drive with a ruggedly handsome design. It is the ultimate all-rounder and will give you plenty of water-saving stories to share with your friends.

If you’ve been looking for an excuse (personally, I don’t think you ever need one!) to explore some lekker local spots that have been on your travel bucket list forever, now is the perfect time. Treat yourself to some water-smart indulgences you’ve been dreaming of while creating special memories. Book your MINI “Water-Smart Getaway” today, hop in your car and have fun being a tourist in your own province!

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