South Africa remains one of the most popular winter holiday destinations in the world, and with wall-to-wall sunshine, endless sightseeing adventures, fabulous safari destinations, and more vineyards than you could visit in a year, it is no surprise that more than 16 million international tourists visit here each year. The beauty of travelling in South…
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Take the Belmond Road to Mandalay on a Myanmar Adventure
There are few places left in the world where we can escape every day, but Myanmar, still referred to by many as Burma, is one of them. An enchanting country that, despite its complex history, continues to delight travellers from all corners of the world, it is a melting pot of cultures, religions, and ethnic…
Zambia Safari: Travel with Wilderness Safaris and Help Save the African Lion
If the new Lion King movie has inspired you to take an African Safari Holiday, you are not alone! Demand for safari holidays have skyrocketed in recent weeks, and if you dream of seeing African lions just like Simba, Nala, Mufasa, and Scar thriving in their natural habitat, you’ll find them all in Kafue National…
5 Bucket List Attractions in Uganda
Uganda. It’s still relatively new on the holiday destination scene, especially when compared to neighbouring African countries, but it has much to offer the intrepid traveller, and if you are looking for an action-packed adventure for your next overseas trip, the Pearl of Africa should be your number #1 choice. While famous for its Mountain…
Anyone for Cricket? England vs. South Africa 2020
The dates have been released, the tickets are about to go on sale, and if you want to watch the England Cricket Team take on South Africa this winter, now is the perfect time to start planning your trip to SA. Image courtesy: newlandscricket.com Ideal for those who want to escape winter in the Northern…
Flight Shaming ‘FLYGSKAM’. Will It Put You Off Long-Haul Travel?
Have you heard the latest travel buzzword? If not, in your very best Swedish accent we invite you to shout out FLYGSKAM, which means ‘Flight Shame’ in English. FLYGSKAM is an anti-flying environmental movement that started in Sweden and is now making its way across the globe. It was designed to encourage people to lower…
Summer Holidays Below The Equator: Spelling Out A Summer of Fun!
The Summer 2019 Holiday Season is officially underway, and if you loathe the idea of spending your annual leave on an overcrowded beach in the Mediterranean, why not head below the equator and take advantage of cheap long-haul flight prices, discounted hotels, and tourist-free travels throughout the most beautiful countries in the world. S is…
7 Iconic Places to Visit in Argentina
You’ve got to love Argentina. It’s big, it’s beautiful, and it is literally bursting with must-see attractions for international travellers, and so it is no surprise that the country constantly ranks as South America’s best holiday destination. Almost 7 million of us visited Argentina in 2018, and 2019 promises to be the country’s best year…
The Spier Hotel Stellenbosch – Laidback Luxury in the heart of the Cape Winelands
If you love good food, good wine, and beautiful landscapes, Stellenbosch in the Western Cape Winelands should be at the top of your South African Travel Itinerary. A pretty university town surrounded by vineyards, it is the perfect destination for cycling, hiking, wining, and dining, and with hundreds of vineyards right there on its doorstep,…
Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, and Torres Del Paine Trekking – It’s All Happening in Chile
If you are looking to spend your winter holiday road cycling, mountain biking, or hiking in the wilderness, Chile should be your number #1 choice. The perfect holiday destination for those who are looking for an action packed adventure, it has much to offer sporty travellers, and whether you prefer to get down and dirty…
Wondering How to Get From Salar De Uyuni to San Pedro De Atacama? Take A Bus!
If you want to travel from Salar De Uyuni in Bolivia to San Pedro De Atacama in Chile (or vice-versa), without taking a guided tour, you’ll be pleased to know that its very doable, very affordable, and one of the most spectacular journey’s you are every likely to take. It’s not well-advertised, but there are…
The 5 Best Places to Travel in June 2019
May is upon us, summer is just around the corner, and if you are thinking about booking a last-minute holiday, you’ll be pleased to know that the ‘shoulder months’ of June and September are the cheapest months of the year to book a long-haul break. June is the perfect time of the year to escape…