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Category: Holiday
10 Things Cricket Taught Me about Travel
Sport teaches us many life lessons. Being a team player, rising above challenges, learning how to win and lose with dignity. After spending a day watching the Proteas battle it out against the Aussies at Newlands, I realise there’s a lot that cricket can teach us about travel. 1. Anything can happen. How many times […]
Oops! Here’s what to do if you miss your flight
Perhaps you overslept, got caught in traffic, left your passport behind…we’re not here to judge. Whatever the reason, you’re running circles around the airport with sweat droplets on your forehead as you assess your seemingly impossible situation. So you missed your flight…now what? Be pro-active If you know you’re running late, check in online at […]
10 Important Items offered at a Hotel that you may have forgotten to Pack
When planning a holiday, there is so much to remember, from booking flights to organising someone to look after your pets while you’re away, so it’s no surprise that things are often forgotten. But you don’t have to tear your hair out when you have left some important things at home. Gather yourself together and […]
5 Undeniable Reasons Why Road Trips Rock
Road trips are one of the greatest ways to experience travel in a way that flying or trains can’t provide. After all, on a road trip you’re the captain of your journey and you get to decide where to stop and for how long, instead of your tour driver. So, embrace the freedom and enjoy […]
Solo Travel Tips for the Fearless Female
In this day and age, there is no shame in travelling alone. In fact, it can be liberating and open us up to new experiences. If you’re a brave young woman, here are a few tips that will make your solo trip safer and more enjoyable: Research and plan in advance Have an easily accessible […]
20 Most Beautiful Holiday Pools
Can you feel that blazing heat? It’s autumn riding hot on your heels! Enjoy the last summer scorchers around one of these beautiful accommodation pools in South Africa. Rosendal Winery and Wellness Retreat, Robertson JBay Zebra Lodge, Jeffrey’s Bay Angala Boutique Hotel and Guest House, Franschhoek Aquavit Guest House, Plettenberg Bay Boabab Ridge – Greater […]
5 Ways to Travel like a Local
When you’re in a foreign country, there is nothing worse than feeling like an outsider, who is far, far from home. It’s painful when you visit a restaurant or shop knowing you’re going to be offered “tourist prices”, being snubbed by the local taxi driver for being a tourist, and just feeling as though you […]
Extraordinary Marine Safaris in the Western Cape
While South Africa is known for land-based wildlife safaris, there are also plenty of exciting things to do in the Western Cape that involve getting into the water. Whether it’s diving with sharks, seal watching, or dolphin spotting that you’re after, you’ll get all this and more in the Western Cape. Shark Cage Diving There […]
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