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Category: Travel
How to Stock your First Aid Kit
A first aid kit isn’t only for when you’re going camping for a week, or for those month-long holidays. It’s something everyone should already have at home in the form of either a store-bought, all inclusive package, or bits and pieces put together as they’ve been needed, with enough stock for another bout of flu, […]
4 Great Eco-Friendly Accommodations
If you read my post last week , on how to cut down on your environmental impact, then wouldn’t you like to know that for your next holiday, you can stay at an establishment which is working to reduce the carbon footprint that we all leave behind? If this sounds like something you’re keen to […]
Eco-Friendly Holiday Tips
Most of us who go on holiday rarely think about the impact we’re having on the environment – I mean, you’re on holiday to relax and have fun right? Well, I did some digging, and must say that when you delve into it, the numbers can be scary! Did you know that the world-wide rise […]
Earth Hour 2012 – “I Will If You Will”
Imagine that suddenly the entire world goes dark for just one hour. There would be no street or house lights shining, no music blaring from clubs, and only the soft, flickering glow of candle light here and there. No, this isn’t because of yet another problem with Eskom, or a solar flare, or one of […]
Camping with Kids – What to bring
When you set off on your camping trip, it’s often easy to forget that while you may find many things entertaining, younger children may become bored. We’ve compiled a short list of useful items to bring and activities the whole family can enjoy. Always have an attitude of being adventure-ready – if you’re not excited, […]
3 Easter Weekend Hideaways
With Easter around the corner, and the crisp autumn weather rolling in, what could be better than finding a romantic, cosy getaway for the upcoming long weekend? It’s often easy to become bogged down by life and not have the will, energy or finances to make travel possible; but we’ve rounded up a list of […]
Myths and Legends of Table Mountain
Table Mountain is perhaps the most iconic feature on the horizon of the city of Cape Town, South Africa. Despite being named one of the “New” 7 Wonders of Nature, Table Mountain has an ancient history steeped in mystery – and it’s for this reason that there are many myths and legends surrounding it. Van […]
Animals Who’ve Travelled the World
As pet owners know, our four-legged (or no legged) friends are constant companions who help brighten up even the dreariest of days. The affection that your pet feels for you can always be seen, reflected in their eyes and in their love of getting your attention. We’ve written previous posts on how to travel with […]