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Futuristic Travel Options
Everybody dreams about flying or teleporting around the world, or racing through the galaxy at warp speed. We all live in hope that one day we’ll be ‘beamed up’, or perhaps have the opportunity to experience the Boba Fett jet-pack from Star Wars, Serenity from Firefly, or the tube-transporter from Futurama. We can only imagine […]
How to Survive a Long-haul Flight
Flying nowadays isn’t the exciting, glamorous experience it was fifty years ago, with stylish stewardess’, rugged pilots, and first-class service regardless of what section of the plane you sat in. Instead, present day changes have turned flight procedure into an almost comical mad dash. The process: The present day process involves standing in line before […]
A Morning to Spare in Johannesburg
If you’ve ever visited Johannesburg, you’ll already know that there are endless choices with regard to attractions in this vibrant, fast-paced city. Not all of us are fortunate enough to have heaps of spare time to see the city. Perhaps you’re a busy business person with only a few hours to spare before you need […]
Autumn Activities
As the weather begins to cool and the trees start to shed, most of us will be looking for things to do that don’t depend on the fantastic weather that we usually enjoy. As we say goodbye to summer, and rummage through our cupboards for our jerseys, make sure that you check out these popular […]
5 Reasons to Visit the Karoo
For those who aren’t in the know, the Karoo has a lot more to offer than arid conditions, heatstroke and headaches! Brush off those old stereotypes and, with a fresh set of eyes, check out our top 5 reasons why the Karoo rocks! 1. See the Fossils The Karoo is one of South Africa’s richest […]
5 Outrageous Marriage Proposals
In my mind, there’s nothing quite as sweet or well-remembered as the day you receive or give a marriage proposal. The surprise, happiness and general “Yes, yes!” response is the norm to a slightly nervous smile, bent knee, and the ring. There are those out there who have an entirely different idea of what a […]
Natural Navigation
Do you know how to make your own compass and read it? Or which stars in the night sky can help you find your way home? Most people have been out in the woods or wilderness for camping, hiking, or perhaps a leisurely stroll. Have you ever considered what you’d do if you got lost […]
100th Anniversary of the Titanic Tragedy
With the upcoming anniversary of the tragic Titanic sinking this weekend, 14 April, we’ve compiled a list of alternative theories and conspiracy theories, which go against the mainstream media’s account of what really happened. Do any of these theories hold so much as a grain of truth, or are they all pure fiction? Read on […]
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