If you love wild animals but hate the thought of visiting a zoo, then why not make 2012 the year to take your well-deserved South African Safari! Affordable, entertaining, and an experience you will never forget, a safari holiday is perfect for singles, couples, and families with older kids who still enjoy travelling together but…
Destination Review – Cape Town, South Africa
Big, beautiful, bold, and breathtaking are just some of the words I would use to describe the magnificent city of Cape Town, a bustling metropolis with a small town feel. One of those travel destinations that gets under your skin, Cape Town is a place where one immediately feels welcome, and once you start to…
10 Beaches to Swim, Sunbathe, and Sink a Margarita this Summer
This ever-changing April weather makes me think of one thing, and one thing only, and that is going somewhere warmer and sunnier this summer! Rain has become part of everyday life and while I can appreciate its good for the plants and the countryside, it’s not ideal for those of us who are itching to…
When to Fly – Are some days cheaper than others?
Since the wonderful invention of the World Wide Web most of us opt to book our international flights and travel arrangements online. Convenient, easy, and often cheaper than hitting the high street, online tour operators and travel agents now offer some fantastic deals, especially on international flights, and it seems if you are willing to…
Our Australian Adventure – Snakes, Spiders, Sharks and Stinger Suits!
You gotta love Australia! It’s big, it’s beautiful, and it has so much to see and do that you could quite possibly spend the rest of your life uncovering this magnificent country/continent that combines white beaches with red deserts, big cities with endless bush lands, humongous rainforests with barren canyons, and just about every creepy…
Hotel Star Ratings – What’s in a number?
Since the invention of Trip Advisor, it seems most of us would rather rely on the opinions of other travellers who have “been there, done that”, than the number of stars listed by a hotel name. Why, well, every country seems to have its own star rating system and what one country deems a four-star…
Fabulous Fiji – Paradise in Pictures
When it comes to the Fijian Islands, it is hard to describe the beauty of the place in words. Picture postcard perfect, Fiji combines the purest white sandy beaches with crystalline turquoise waters, great snorkelling, friendly locals, delicious seafood, and ice-cold cocktails, and when you combine those ‘perks’ together; you come up one of the…
Everybody needs a Summer Holiday! Have you booked yours yet?
Christmas is a distant memory, Easter is over for another year, and as we approach the mid of April there is only one thing on many people’s minds, and that is their annual summer holiday! Despite the gloom and doom of everyday life such as the recession, high unemployment, and ever-rising fuel prices, it seems…
Do you want to be a Responsible Traveller? Our Top 10 Tips
In our mission to become responsible travellers, we are constantly looking at ways in which we can reduce or offset our carbon footprint, support local communities, and benefit the countries we visit. Responsible tourism is finally making the headlines, and tour operators, travel agents and travellers alike are being to understand the importance of travelling…
Escorted Tours to Exotic Travel Destinations in Demand
With the current economic situation, it is no surprise that the travel industry is facing a tough market. With constant reminders that we are on the brink of yet another recession (I thought we were still in the last one?), the thought of investing our hard-earned cash into a well-earned holiday may be somewhat daunting….
Zauberhaftes Aotearoa – Neuseeland in Bildern
Für uns Europäer ist Neuseeland so ungefähr das am weitesten entfernte Reiseziel, das man überhaupt bereisen kann. Viele sind der Meinung das ist genau der Reiz daran. Ein zauberhaftes Land aufgeteilt auf zwei ganz unterschiedliche Inseln. Trotz 20 – stündigem Flug, Neuseeland ist immer eine Reise wert. Diese Bilder werden Sie überzeugen…. Möchten Sie jetzt…
Quintessential Queenstown – The Destination of Dreams
If you have never visited the quintessentially beautiful town of Queenstown you might just be missing-out on one of New Zealand’s best-kept secrets! A small town with a big city vibe, Queenstown is jam-packed full of action, and whether you are looking for a thrill seeking, water rafting, bungee jumping adventure holiday, or a more…
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