The experience you never knew you needed
surf. stay. serve.
- blog #6: The Zebras Think I’m One of Them
An Addo safari in a 1992 VW Combi, an old friend, a German traveller — and a fridge seat with a surprisingly good view There are certain vehicles that seem designed for a national park. Big 4x4s. Safari trucks. Vehicles with enough suspension to cross a small country without disturbing your coffee. And then there… Read more: blog #6: The Zebras Think I’m One of Them - blog #5: Your Inbox Can Wait. Finding Freedom in the Waves With a Kayak.
There is a particular look that comes over someone who has spent too much time at work and behind a computer. Their shoulders creep upwards. Their jaw tightens. And their eyes acquire that slightly haunted expression of someone who has just received an email beginning with “For your urgent approval…”. Again… Our man had that look.… Read more: blog #5: Your Inbox Can Wait. Finding Freedom in the Waves With a Kayak. - blog #4: Mar 2026 – Volunteering at Cheshire Homes
The Garden of Earthly Delights (and Laundry Water): A Call to Arms, Hoses, and Basil Somewhere between the banana circle and the pumpkin that dreams of greatness, there’s a garden in Cleary Park that’s quietly changing lives—with a little help from rainwater, recycled laundry water, and a whole lot of love. It’s not just a… Read more: blog #4: Mar 2026 – Volunteering at Cheshire Homes - blog #3 : Oct 11th – How to Windsurf Like a German Horse Rider (in 45 Minutes or Less)
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a horse rider from Germany tries windsurfing for the first time, the answer is: magic, mild chaos, and the kind of structured enthusiasm that would make a German efficiency expert nod approvingly. And if you’ve ever wondered where one might do such a thing without being elbowed by… Read more: blog #3 : Oct 11th – How to Windsurf Like a German Horse Rider (in 45 Minutes or Less) - blog #2 – 3rd – 10th Oct Spring Holiday, Stingrays & Secret Agendas:
Let me begin with a confession. This past spring school holiday, I orchestrated what appeared to be a wholesome, surf camp for my 8-year-old son and his merry band of sunburnt adventurers. But beneath the sunscreen and snack packs lay a labyrinth of ulterior motives. You see, my official reason was “quality time.” My secret… Read more: blog #2 – 3rd – 10th Oct Spring Holiday, Stingrays & Secret Agendas:
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blog #6: The Zebras Think I’m One of Them
An Addo safari in a 1992 VW Combi, an old friend, a German traveller — and a fridge seat with a surprisingly good view There are certain vehicles that seem designed for a national park. Big 4x4s. Safari trucks. Vehicles with enough suspension to cross a small country without disturbing your coffee. And then there…
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blog #5: Your Inbox Can Wait. Finding Freedom in the Waves With a Kayak.
There is a particular look that comes over someone who has spent too much time at work and behind a computer. Their shoulders creep upwards. Their jaw tightens. And their eyes acquire that slightly haunted expression of someone who has just received an email beginning with “For your urgent approval…”. Again… Our man had that look.…
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blog #4: Mar 2026 – Volunteering at Cheshire Homes
The Garden of Earthly Delights (and Laundry Water): A Call to Arms, Hoses, and Basil Somewhere between the banana circle and the pumpkin that dreams of greatness, there’s a garden in Cleary Park that’s quietly changing lives—with a little help from rainwater, recycled laundry water, and a whole lot of love. It’s not just a…
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blog #6: The Zebras Think I’m One of Them
An Addo safari in a 1992 VW Combi, an old friend, a German traveller — and a fridge seat with a surprisingly good view There are certain vehicles that seem designed for a national park. Big 4x4s. Safari trucks. Vehicles with enough suspension to cross a small country without disturbing your coffee. And then there…
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blog #5: Your Inbox Can Wait. Finding Freedom in the Waves With a Kayak.
There is a particular look that comes over someone who has spent too much time at work and behind a computer. Their shoulders creep upwards. Their jaw tightens. And their eyes acquire that slightly haunted expression of someone who has just received an email beginning with “For your urgent approval…”. Again… Our man had that look.…
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blog #4: Mar 2026 – Volunteering at Cheshire Homes
The Garden of Earthly Delights (and Laundry Water): A Call to Arms, Hoses, and Basil Somewhere between the banana circle and the pumpkin that dreams of greatness, there’s a garden in Cleary Park that’s quietly changing lives—with a little help from rainwater, recycled laundry water, and a whole lot of love. It’s not just a…
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blog #6: The Zebras Think I’m One of Them
An Addo safari in a 1992 VW Combi, an old friend, a German traveller — and a fridge seat with a surprisingly good view There are certain vehicles that seem designed for a national park. Big 4x4s. Safari trucks. Vehicles with enough suspension to cross a small country without disturbing your coffee. And then there…
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blog #5: Your Inbox Can Wait. Finding Freedom in the Waves With a Kayak.
There is a particular look that comes over someone who has spent too much time at work and behind a computer. Their shoulders creep upwards. Their jaw tightens. And their eyes acquire that slightly haunted expression of someone who has just received an email beginning with “For your urgent approval…”. Again… Our man had that look.…
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blog #4: Mar 2026 – Volunteering at Cheshire Homes
The Garden of Earthly Delights (and Laundry Water): A Call to Arms, Hoses, and Basil Somewhere between the banana circle and the pumpkin that dreams of greatness, there’s a garden in Cleary Park that’s quietly changing lives—with a little help from rainwater, recycled laundry water, and a whole lot of love. It’s not just a…
About Us
Crowdless travel is Mark, a laidback but passionate surfer wanting to create opportunities for travelers to surf, to stay and to serve. May it be to stay at his off-the-beaten-track accommodation next to the historical Swartkops river, surf the wild coast at never-before-seen spaces or serve the community of GQ as a gardener, or overall bringer of connection between the most unlikely characters.
surf. stay. serve
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book a uniquely designed surf tour.
stay
book a stay at the riverfront.
serve
serve the community of cheshire homes.