Namibia is, undoubtedly, one of the most diverse and breathtakingly beautiful countries on earth, and while many international visitors choose to uncover Namibia on a self-drive tour or a small group escorted tour, we are taking it one step further with a 9-Day, 800km cycling adventure! Sparsely populated (just 3 people per sq. km of land…
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Trip of a Lifetime – What’s Yours?
If you could go anywhere in the world on a Trip of a Lifetime, where would you go and what would you do? Popular choices include Trekking in the Himalayas, Snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef, Sailing the Norwegian Fjords, and Sun Worshiping on the pristine beaches of Bora Bora, but there are so many…
Tailor Made Luxury Madagascar – Introducing Miavana
There are few places in the world that remain untouched by tourism, but in autumn 2016, intrepid travellers from across the globe will have the opportunity to dip their toes in the pristine waters of the Indian Ocean while residing on the untouched island of Nosy Ankao, just off the northeast coast of Madagascar. A…
Here’s what it looks like to get ‘Mock’ Charged by an African Elephant!
There is nothing more exhilarating than getting up close and personal with a huge herd of Elephants in the middle of the African bush, but if you happen to come across a stray Bull Elephant in musth like we did on a recent trip to Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe, the experience can be somewhat…
iSimangaliso Wetland Park – A UNESCO World Heritage Site
South Africa’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, iSimangaliso Wetland Park is one of the most beautiful places on earth. A 332,000 hectare park made up of lakes, swamp forests, beaches, bush and coastal dunes, iSimangaliso means “miracle and wonder”, and once you have visited, you will understand how it got its name. A popular addition…
Prefer Snow to Beaches? Head down to New Zealand for a Winter Holiday this Summer!
If your idea of the perfect holiday involves snowboarding, skiing, spa treatments and après ski, it is time to pack your winter woollies and head on down to New Zealand’s South Island where Ski Season 2015 is about to get underway. Ideal for those who prefer to stay active on holiday, skiing holidays in New…
Cruising the Mighty Zambezi River – Spectacular Scenery from Sunrise to Sunset
The life-force behind Victoria Falls, the mighty Zambezi River is Africa’s fourth largest river system, which passes through six different African countries on its journey from the Mwinilunga District of north-western Zambia to the mouth of the Indian Ocean in Mozambique. Often referred to as “The River of Life”, the Zambezi River supports millions of…
Tropical Island Holidays – 5 of the Finest!
There are numerous beautiful beaches in the world where you can spend a week or two sunning yourself, enjoying cocktails, and enjoying the many water activities on offer, but if you are looking for the perfect Tropical Island Holiday, you might have to travel a bit further to get there… Pure white sandy beaches and crystalline…
Wine Tasting, Weddings & Wonderful Scenery – It’s all happening at Webersburg Boutique Winery
From the welcoming wag of resident dog ‘Merlot’ to the exquisite accommodations and mouth-watering lakeside restaurant, the elegantly restored Cape Dutch Homestead of Webersburg Wine Estate is the perfect venue for a wedding. Nestling in the lower valley of the Helderberg Mountain range, this luxurious retreat makes some of the finest wines in the Stellenbosch…
Tango, Tasting & Trekking – The Perfect Argentine Holiday
There is so much to see and do in Argentina that I could have easily titled this blog, ‘Glaciers, Gauchos and Iguazu’ or ‘Penguins, Pampas and Patagonia’, but there are 3 things that I never fail to see and do when I visit this gateway to South America, and that is Tango, Wine Tasting, and…
Heavenly Hermanus – A Whale Coast Treasure
A quiet town on the southern coast of South Africa’s Western Cape Province, Hermanus has long been a popular holiday hotspot with South African tourists, but thanks to its prime position on the ‘Whale Coast’ and gorgeous selection of boutique accommodations, this little gem is fast becoming a ‘must see’ for international travellers. Hermanus is…
Travelling in May – The Best Month of the Year for Bargain Breaks
We may be heading towards holiday ‘high season’ here in the northern hemisphere, but if you want to avoid the crowds and the over inflated prices that come with school holidays, it might be time to ditch your August break and start travelling in May – widely considered to be the best month of the…
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