Today, Monday 10th August 2015, is World Lion Day, and if you have been upset, outraged or simply stupefied by the recent slaying of Cecil – Zimbabwe’s most famous lion, you are invited to join in this global movement. The very first campaign designed to “celebrate the importance of the lion worldwide”, World Lion Day…
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Are These the 7 Secret Ingredients for the Perfect Family Holiday?
We all have different ideas when it comes to the perfect holiday, but if you are looking for a stress free family vacation in 2015, it seems there is more to it than simply choosing a destination and finding the right hotel. Overall cost, family time and weather expectations play and important role in the…
Hello IAMRUNBOX® – Goodbye Wrinkled Clothes!
As a busy Travel Writer and Adventure Tour Guide, I am constantly on the lookout for new sports and travel gadgets that will make my life that little bit easier, and after discovering the IAMRUNBOX® Sports and Travel Garment Carrier at the latest FitPro Live Exhibition in London, I feel I have finally found the…
Anyone for a Mediterranean Cruise?
They say you either love or hate cruising, and as we definitely fall into former category, we jumped at the chance to sail the Mediterranean when we found a bargain cruise offer earlier this summer. In recent years, we have cruised all over the Caribbean, the Panama Canal, and Baja California down to Acapulco, so…
South Africa’s West Coast Peninsula – Unspoilt, Unsurpassed, Unforgettable
When planning a tailor-made South African Holiday, most people request Cape Town, the Western Cape Winelands, Hermanus, the Garden Route, and a Safari Experience in Kruger National Park or the Malaria Free Eastern Cape, but travellers rarely ask about The West Coast Peninsula. An area renowned for its laid back atmosphere, spectacular scenery, and delicious…
Hwange National Park Zimbabwe: Making Headlines for all the Wrong Reasons
Hwange National Park is a stunning location for a safari holiday, but since the story broke of US Dentist, Walter Palmer, killing Zimbabwe’s most famous Lion Cecil, the park has received more than its fair share of bad publicity. We visited Hwange in March this year, and while we didn’t see a great deal of…
K9 from around the World: Same Wag, Different Country
No matter where we go in the world, we always manage to find at least one stray dog that captures our hearts, and while we (sadly) cannot bring them all home with us, we always try to give them at least one good meal, basic medical care if necessary, and most of all, plenty of…
African Water Buffalo – Who You Calling Ugly!
They’re grumpy, they’re pretty ugly, and they are one of the most dangerous animals you can encounter on your African safari, but there is something lovable about the African Water Buffalo, and when you are surrounded by some 200 of them in the middle of the Zimbabwean bush, you learn to appreciate just how magnificent…
Elephants Crossing the Zambezi River – Now that’s not something you see Every Day!
One of my fondest memories of our recent trip to Victoria Falls, is the sunset cruise along Zambezi River, where we had the unique opportunity to get up close and personal with a bull elephant who decided to cross the river right in front of our boat. As he marched across the river bank straight…
Memories of Melaka: Malaysia’s City of Smiles
There are many reasons to visit Melaka, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site after all, but if your idea of the perfect Southeast Asian adventure includes great boutique hotels, friendly locals, fun nightlife (I’m talking karaoke!), and the most delicious dining options in the Orient, this pearl of Malaysia should be right up there…
World’s Best Cities 2015 Revealed: It’s Time to Pack Your Suitcase!
If you are still umming and ahhing about where to go on holiday this year, it’s time to get your hands on the latest edition of Travel & Leisure Magazine, which lists the World’s Best Cities, Islands, Hotels, Airports, Cruise Lines, and all things travel – as voted by their readers. A comprehensive guide for…
Road Tripping: New Zealand’s South Island
With its rugged landscapes, eclectic mix of Polynesian and European cultures, endless sightseeing activities and abundance of great dining venues, New Zealand is the ultimate holiday destination for those who love the great outdoors. The perfect place for a road tripping adventure, New Zealand’s South Island is easy to navigate (without a GPS), there is…
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