What to Do on a Long Weekend Monday: Take the Scenic Route

The unexpected beauty of a long weekend Monday is having an extra day when you don’t necessarily need to rush anywhere. For motoring enthusiasts, that’s a pretty good excuse to get behind the wheel and enjoy the journey rather than focusing solely on the destination.

Consider taking a scenic drive somewhere you haven’t visited recently. Cape Town and the surrounding Western Cape offer plenty of spectacular roads, mountain scenery, coastal routes and small towns that can transform an ordinary Monday into a memorable road trip.

You don’t even need to travel particularly far. Pick a destination, grab something to eat along the way and enjoy spending a few hours on the road.

Alternatively, use the extra day to give your vehicle some attention. Check the tyre pressures, oil and coolant levels, clean the interior or finally wash away the dirt that’s been accumulating during the week.

It could also be the perfect opportunity to start planning your next proper road trip.

Cars aren’t only about commuting between home and work. Sometimes we forget how enjoyable driving can be when there isn’t a deadline waiting at the other end.

This long weekend Monday, take the scenic route and simply enjoy the drive.