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Flying over Reunion Island’s Volcano with Corail Helicopters

on October 3, 2018November 1, 2018 REUNION ISLAND

There is so much to do and see on Reunion Island that you're likely to find yourself running around from sunrise until after sunset every day of your holiday. From ... View Post

Travel Africa & Indian Ocean Island Getaways

Ten Budget Tips for Reunion Island

on October 3, 2018October 31, 2018 Reunion Island

Reunion Island is a quick 4 hour direct flight from Johannesburg, with no visa requirements for South Africans and more exciting things to do than you could ever fit into ... View Post

Africa & Indian Ocean Wine Country

Staying at the Lanzerac Hotel & Spa in Stellenbosch

on September 13, 2018October 31, 2018 Stellenbosch

The Lanzerac farm was established in Stellenbosch in 1692, making it one of the oldest and most historic wine farms in the country. It's always been known for warm hospitality, ... View Post

Food & Wine Travel

My Comprehensive Guide to Cape Town for Summer 2018

on September 12, 2018November 2, 2018 Cape Town

Not too long ago we were sitting around talking about how it felt like summer would never show it's sunny face again and the next thing we know its the middle ... View Post

Personal Travel

10 Great Gifts for Travellers

on September 10, 2018November 6, 2018

Around Christmas time last year I wrote a post listing of a few of my favourite gift ideas for travellers. But since any time is a good time to gift someone ... View Post

Travel USA

Southern California Road Trip: San Diego to San Francisco

on September 6, 2018November 1, 2018 USA

There's no better way to travel. Road tripping gives you the opportunity to explore a destination at your own pace, stopping when you see something interesting or driving like the ... View Post

Travel Africa & Indian Ocean Safari

Staying at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

on September 5, 2018October 31, 2018 South Africa

One of the most common questions I receive from people planning a visit to Cape Town is "can you do a safari near Cape Town or do we need to ... View Post

Food & Wine Travel Wine Country

Staying at The Orchard Cottages at Boschendal

on September 2, 2018October 31, 2018 Cape Winelands, South Africa

Did you know there are almost 600 wineries in South Africa? I haven't been to all of them of course, but you can't say I'm not trying. I absolutely love ... View Post

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Staying On Board the Jackie O Yacht in Cape Town

on September 2, 2018November 5, 2018 Cape Town

Living in Cape Town means having access to hundreds of bucket-list experiences, which people travel far and wide to come see, right on your doorstep. But there are so many ... View Post

Travel

My Ultimate Carry-On Packing Guide

on August 7, 2018October 31, 2018

I really respect people who can travel with just a carry-on, but I am not one of them! Even just a weekend up to see my folks involves checked-in luggage, ... View Post