Movies and books not only captivate us with their clever plotlines and lovable characters, but with their magical settings. Whilst you’ll find plenty based on real-life locations, it’s the ones set within an imaginary city, country or even a whole world, that truly has the power to capture our...
Posts Tagged with South Africa
South Africa is a prime holiday destination in Africa. Combining Old World charm with modern sophisticated cities, South Africa has a range of attractions to suit any style of travel. Track big game in any of its many game parks, soak up the sun on its beautiful beaches, hike the craggy peaks of the Drakensburg or experience the deserted beauty of the Karoo.
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Top 10 Sunrise Spots Around the World (6 minute read)
Whether you’re an early riser or not, nothing beats starting your day with a view of the sunrise. Especially when you’re travelling in destinations with iconic monuments or stunning natural landscapes. From the gleaming white Taj Mahal to otherworldly Cappadocia in Turkey, here’s our pick of the top sunrise...
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The Best Winter Sun Destinations (For Those in the Northern Hemisphere) (6 minute read)
For those in the northern hemisphere, winter can be long and dreary. From November to February, the colder temperatures and icy winds have us all dreaming of soaking up the rays somewhere on an exotic beach. Most likely with a cocktail in hand. Fortunately, the sun is always shining somewhere...
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Top Eight Foods to Try in South Africa
Known for its world famous game reserves, spectacular coastline and cosmopolitan cities, South Africa also offers a vibrant range of cuisine. With dishes influenced not only by its indigenous population, but by the French, Dutch, Malaysians and Indians, the country’s cuisine is as diverse as its culture. Whilst everyone...
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The Highlights of Southern Africa Besides its Wildlife
Southern Africa’s most obvious attraction is its wildlife. And with famous parks including Kruger, South Luangwa and Chobe home to the iconic ‘Big Five’, you can see why. But beyond its lions and rhinos, this diverse region has a variety of other attractions that are just as worthy of your...
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5 Surprisingly Great Cycling Holiday Destinations (4 minute read)
Cycling is one of the greatest ways to explore another country. But whilst popular routes tend to wind through the French countryside or Italian hills, there’s a host of other more adventurous destinations out there that are just as worth exploring on two wheels. Whether you’re a cycling enthusiast...
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Top Destinations for Wine Tasting Around the World (9 minute read)
Wine has evolved as a part of our diet and culture for thousands of years. First emerging in Europe, wine-making expanded throughout the Mediterranean with the Roman Empire establishing the wine-making regions that are still found today. Since spreading to the Americas, Australasia and beyond, a total of 61...
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Where to see Elephants in the Wild? Our Top 5 Destinations (6 minute read)
Whilst visiting a zoo or sanctuary may give you a closer experience, nothing beats seeing elephants in the wild. Taking in their immense size, intelligence, and majesty as they stride across the savannah or amble through the forest is the highlight of any safari. And, free from restraints and...
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Visiting Cape Town During the Water Crisis
Known for the magnificent Table Mountain, beautiful beaches and stunning Cape Peninsula, South Africa’s Cape Town has been hitting headlines this year as the world’s first major city to run out of water. It’s a huge concern not only for the locals. The city’s water crisis has also caused...
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The World’s Most Unusual Beaches (8 minute read)
We all love those powder white sands lapped by crystal clear waters, but there’s also a few beaches out there with a more quirky beauty to them. We’ve searched high and low for the world’s most unusual ones. 1. Chandipur Beach, India While the best beaches of India are...
