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Category: Holiday
20 Handy Tips for Travelling on Public Transport
Whether you’re travelling to a foreign country or you’ve just never mastered the art of travelling on public transport, there are a few tips we recommend that will make your journey a lot more enjoyable. 1. Be courteous If you’re sitting down and there are no available seats when an elderly lady, pregnant woman, or […]
How to Pack for your South African Safari
So you’ve booked your South African safari, the trip is drawing closer and closer, and you’re scouring the web to find tips on what to pack. Stop. Stop. Take a deep breath. Relax. We have the ideal packing guideline for you to follow when planning for your South African safari. Create a packing list Become […]
5 Stays for Foodie Travellers in South Africa
A culinary adventure is the sticky glacé cherry on top of a decadent holiday cake. Eating is one of the biggest pleasures of travelling and South Africa is fast becoming one of the world’s most sought after foodie destinations. From artisan producers and fresh farm markets in untouched hideaways to award winning restaurants in trendy […]
10 Attractions that will make your Visiting Relatives fall in Love with Cape Town
Cape Town has to be experienced to be believed. With so much to do and see, it is difficult fitting a never-ending itinerary into a few days. When you have friends or relatives visit from overseas, make sure to introduce the magic of The Mother City by taking them to these must-see attractions: V&A Waterfront […]
8 South African World Heritage Sites to add to your Bucket List
South Africa boasts 8 of the world’s official UNESCO World Heritage Sites which are well worth a visit due to their natural, cultural, and historical importance. The next time you have a day or two to spare, make sure you visit one of these South African World Heritage Sites near you: Cradle of Humankind, Gauteng […]
The Laziest Long Weekend Getaways with Awesome TripAdvisor Reviews
We love this time of year in South Africa. Not because of the season changes or anything. The reason is whole-heartedly more selfish than that. The next 2 months hold the promise of long weekends where we can enjoy an extra day devoted to nothing more than extending the art of weekend chilling. Diarize these […]
Get up to 40% off with these Last Minute Easter Weekend Specials for the Whole Family
The Easter weekend is fast approaching from 18 – 21 April 2014. For those who haven’t yet booked their weekend away, time is running out! We have compiled a list of last minute accommodation specials just for you and your family. KwaZulu-Natal Get 40% off at Treehouse River Lodge, Hillcrest Treehouse River Lodge offers a […]
The Worst Airplane Passengers to sit next to on a Long Flight
Long flights can be frustrating as it is, with rerun movies, bad food, and cramped up space. However, your experience can be largely bettered or worsened depending on who you sit next to. Here are a couple of airplane passengers you’d do well to avoid sitting next to (or near) on a long flight: The […]