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7 Ways You Can Avoid Annoying Buddhist Monks
Those planning a Buddhist temple visit in the New Year likely envision a decadent and historical place of worship, filled with kindly bald men standing about in orange, yellow, or red robes, quietly talking amongst themselves, or prostrating themselves on the ground. What you don’t want to discover during your temple visit is one of […]
10 Real Ways to Celebrate Christmas
When Christmas comes along with its glittering lights, tasty treats, and beautifully wrapped gifts, it’s easy to forget the real meaning of Christmas. And here’s a tip: it really isn’t about any of those things. It is about celebrating Jesus Christ and the gifts he has bestowed on us in the form of our family, […]
How Travelling Changes Us
If you happen to be friends with frequent travellers or are a traveller yourself, then you must have picked up on the fact that, while essentially, the traveller in question is still the same, there’s something different about them after each new journey is undertaken. There’s a new sparkle in their eyes, a lilt in […]
Shark Bite – A Survivors Tale
If you’ve read our post on Sharks you’ll likely still have mixed feelings about these marine predators, though hopefully, think of them slightly more fondly and less fearfully than before. If you plan to swim in the ocean this summer keep the below information from Scott Curatolo-Wagemann, a shark-bite survivor, in mind. Scott was incredibly […]
15 Great Gifts for the Traveller in Your Life
With Christmas around the corner, we’ve gathered some of the best gifts to consider buying for the traveller in your life: Travel Kit – Bath and Body With airline restrictions being what they are today, little bottles of body wash, shampoo, and lotion get used up fairly quickly on long trips. Buy a nice set […]
Top 5 Bars and Beer Gardens in Johannesburg
When in Cape Town and Durban, your option for sundowners usually includes a beautiful coastal view to gaze upon as you leisurely sip your beverage of choice. Though Johannesburg is too far inland to enjoy the same sunset splendors, it does offer plenty of class, glamour, and glitz when it comes to bonding with friends […]
7 Essentials for Summer Travel in South Africa
While there are plenty of lists that explicitly state what to bring along for a South African safari or hike, there’s little to no advice given to those who are travelling around South African cities in summer. So keep these 7 items in mind when you head out the front door to spend a day […]
A Perfect Cost-Effective Cape Town Date
Cape Town is a beautiful and diverse city with endless options regarding what to see, where to eat, and where to go. Take the pressure off of planning a date by trying to do something amazing and expensive, and instead, consider some of these cost-effective and fun ideas: Walk to a Bakery Skip the convenience […]
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