If you had asked me to take an Escorted Tour some 10 years ago, I would have most probably said “no”, quite simply because the thought of sitting on a crowded coach with 30 other travellers is not my idea of a holiday! However, fast-forward those 10 years – and my opinion on escorted tours…
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A-Z of Travel – D is for Destinations (My Top 10)
For me, the hardest part about travelling is actually deciding on where to go! The world is big, beautiful and just waiting to be discovered, but as I tend to fall in love with almost every country I visit, I am always torn between returning to a favourite place and visiting a new holiday destination….
A-Z of Travel – C is for Chile, Chilli and Chilly!
It’s long, it’s lithe and it offers a whole list of things to see and do, Chile is the perfect holiday destination for those who appreciate ever-changing landscapes, secluded retreats and fine Chilean wines. An awe-inspiring example of nature’s great splendour and power, Chile sits comfortably between the Andean mountain range and the Pacific Ocean,…
A-Z of Travel – B is for Baggage…
It’s bulky, it’s heavy and if we have too much of it, it can cost us a fortune, but baggage is an important part of travel, and despite having travelled around the world with little more than an oversized backpack, I still struggle to pack light! My first attempt at packing light was for our…
A-Z of Travel – A is for Africa…
Well, I may have missed the A-Z blogging Challenge of April 2013, but a new month brings new ideas, I as we have 26 days left in May (one for each letter of the alphabet), I thought I would challenge myself to write an A-Z on Travel! When I first started blogging back in January…
Self Drive Holidays along the World’s Top 10 Coastal Drives
There is nothing like a drive along the coast to blow away those cobwebs and make you appreciate life, and when you combine it with two weeks off work and the opportunity to spend some quality time with a loved one, you may just feel like a new person after your trip! Self drive holidays…
Travelling in Bolivia – La Paz, La Quiaca and Beyond
Bolivia is not only one of the fastest growing destinations in South America, but it is also one of the most geographically diverse, and if you are looking for a truly unique “non-touristy” travel experience, you will more than appreciate what Bolivia has to offer. As one of only two ‘landlocked’ countries within South America…
Fancy Sailing the British Virgin Islands? Then why not go with the ‘Flow’!
During our brief work placement on the Caribbean Island of St. Maarten, we met a wonderful couple by the name of Donald and Audrey, who had recently packed up their home in South Africa and sailed across the Atlantic Ocean to their new home and new life in the British Virgin Islands. One of the…
My Kind of Crete
Out of all the places we have lived in the world, the picturesque island of Crete remains one of our favourite’s thanks mainly to the friendly locals, the beautiful landscapes and the Greek food! The largest island in Greece and one that is renowned for its natural beauty and hospitable people, Crete is more like…
Don’t Cry for Me Argentina (The truth is, I never left you!)
If you asked me to name my favourite country in the whole world, I would struggle to pick just one, but Argentina would certainly feature in my top three, and I cannot wait to return to this passionate land of fine wines, fine dining, and breathtaking scenery. We first visited Argentina some 12 years ago,…
Earth Day – Are You Going to Make a Difference in the World?
Today, Monday 22nd April 2013, is the 43rd anniversary of EARTH DAY and an estimated one billion people across the globe are taking action against Climate Change. A controversial subject, and one that continues to be debated upon by government officials, environmentalists and scientists, Climate Change may still have its doubters, but one only has…
Want to Ride the Cape Argus Cycle Tour in 2014? This is What You Can Expect…!
Having written several blogs about our entry into the Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour in South Africa this past March, I thought it only right that I should follow-up with some photos, details of our finishing times, and share our overall experiences of the world’s largest timed cycle race. Registration for the Cape…
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