One of the things we love most about travelling is trying different foods, new wines, and local delicacies that one just cannot get anywhere else in the world. During our recent 5-week trip to South Africa and Namibia, we certainly made the most of the gourmet offerings (my expanded waistline is a testament to that…
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Sailing Holidays Mozambique – Island Hopping the Quirimbas Archipelago
Mozambique is fast becoming one of Africa’s “hippest” holiday destinations thanks to its endless beaches, excellent dive spots, lively cities, and magical offshore islands just waiting to be hopped on! With over 2500km of coastline, you never have to worry about sharing your spot on the beach with other travellers in Mozambique, and with both…
Self-Drive Tours Namibia – Do You Really Need a 4×4 or Can You Drive with a Normal Car?
A question I asked about a million people before heading to Namibia on our recent self-drive tour was, do we need a 4×4 vehicle or can we self-drive Namibia with a normal car? The answers were pretty much 50 / 50, in that half of those I asked said a 4×4 was essential, while the…
Roaring above Cape Town on our Lions Head Tour!
There are so many things to see and do in Cape Town that you could easily spend a fortnight just exploring the city and its surrounds, but if there is one thing you shouldn’t miss during your stay in the Mother City (in my humble opinion!), it would have to be climbing Lions Head Mountain….
Perfectly Paternoster
If, like us, you are a huge fan of South Africa, then you have probably already ticked Kruger Park, Sabi Sands, the Garden Route, Cape Town, and a whole host of inland treasures off your bucket list… but if you haven’t ventured up the west coast yet – you are in for a treat! During…
Namibia – The Narnia of South-West Africa
Much like the fictional fantasy world of Narnia, the southern African country of Namibia is a world of magical landscapes, mysterious beasts, and a colourful history stemming back over thousands of years. A unique destination that has much to offer international travellers, Namibia is big, beautiful and boasts some of the world’s most unusual flora…
Macau – Like Vegas, Only Different
Described as “the Vegas of the East”, the Island of Macau is the only place in China where gambling is legal, and as such, the biggest names from Vegas including the Wynn, the Venetian and MGM have developed replica resorts to cater for the ever-growing gambling crowds. A former Portuguese colony and the last remain…
Calling All International Cyclists – Today is Your Last Chance to Enter the Cape Argus Cycle Tour 2014!
The suitcases are packed (well, almost), the seeding information / start times have been released, and we have just a few days to go until we head on down the Cape Town for the World’s Largest Cycling Race – exciting or what! The Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour promises to be another fantastic event in…
Voluntourism – Is it Really the Most Ethical Way to Holiday?
As one of the world’s fastest growing travel trends, Volunteer Tourism or “Voluntourism” attracts thousands of travellers each year. A chance to combine a trip abroad with charity work, Voluntourism is perfect for those who would like spend their holiday time helping others, and providing you book your trip with an ethical travel company or…
Island Hopping in the South Pacific – Anyone for Fiji?
Often described as “The World’s most Romantic Holiday Destination” the Fiji Islands are every bit as beautiful as those picture-perfect postcards would have us believe. Pure white sandy beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, year-round sunshine, and the friendliest people you could ever wish to meet, the Fiji Islands have it all, and if your idea of…
Save Those Air Miles on Your Next Flight – They are Worth More than You Think!
If, like me, you have a million different loyalty cards for your favourite airlines, but rarely remember to use them when booking a flight – it is time to dig them out from the back of your purse and check just how many points / avios / air miles you have available, as they could…
Chiang Mai, Thailand – Tigers, Temples, Thai Boxing and Tasty Treats
My favourite place in Thailand, Chiang Mai is one of those cities where you can do as much or as little as you like. A city of vibrant contrasts, Chiang Mai homes over 300 ancient temples, some of Thailand’s newest hotels and the trendiest bars in Southeast Asia, but they are all clumped together in…
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