About
Thoughtful travel. Beautiful places. Stories worth returning to.
The Wild Edit is an independent editorial publication celebrating South Africa's most remarkable outdoor escapes.
We believe the best journeys aren't measured by how many places you visit, but by how deeply you experience them.
Through destination guides, travel essays and thoughtful recommendations, The Wild Edit explores the quieter side of travel; places that invite you to slow down, reconnect with nature and discover the character that makes each destination unique.
Whether it's a secluded cabin in the Cederberg, a design-led stay along the Garden Route or a weekend spent exploring the Wild Coast, every story is chosen with intention.
Our aim is simple:
To help readers discover places worth travelling for and returning to.
Meet the Editor
Hi, I'm Candice Brandt, the founder and editor of The Wild Edit.
I'm a travel writer, SEO strategist and editorial copywriter with a passion for meaningful travel and exceptional storytelling.
Over the years I've worked across digital marketing, content strategy and editorial writing, helping brands create content that not only inspires readers but also performs in search.
The Wild Edit brings those disciplines together.
Every article combines thoughtful journalism with SEO best practices, creating destination guides and travel features designed to be both beautiful to read and genuinely useful for travellers planning their next journey.
I believe the best travel writing doesn't simply tell people where to go.
It helps them understand why a place matters.
Our Editorial Philosophy
The Wild Edit isn't interested in chasing trends or publishing endless lists.
Instead, we focus on stories that remain relevant long after they're published.
You'll find:
- Thoughtfully curated destination guides
- Road trips worth taking
- Design-conscious accommodation
- Nature-focused escapes
- Seasonal travel inspiration
- Reflections on slow travel
- Practical guides that help readers travel better
Every recommendation is guided by one question:
Would we genuinely recommend this to a close friend?
If the answer is no, it doesn't belong here.
Working Together
The Wild Edit also partners with tourism brands, boutique accommodation, destinations and outdoor lifestyle companies that share our values.
Services include:
- Editorial travel writing
- Destination features
- Luxury accommodation reviews
- SEO content strategy
- Tourism copywriting
- Brand storytelling
- Editorial consulting
If you're looking for thoughtful, search-driven travel content that reflects the quality of your brand, I'd love to hear from you.
A Few Things We Believe
- Travel should feel restorative, not rushed.
- Luxury is defined by experience, not excess.
- Nature has a way of changing our perspective.
- Every destination has a story worth telling.
- The best recommendations come from genuine experience.
- Great travel writing should inspire curiosity and help people travel with intention.