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South African Getaways: 20 Places to go during COVID19 in Gauteng, Western Cape, Limpopo and KZN

on August 10, 2020August 10, 2020 SOUTH AFRICA

Remember back in March, when we heard South Africa was going into a 21-day lockdown and we wondered how people would possibly survive that long locked inside? How quickly we ... View Post

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10 Great Gifts for People Celebrating During the Global Pandemic Lockdown

on June 3, 2020June 3, 2020

With everything that's going on the world right now, it might not feel like there's very much to celebrate. But despite the global pandemic, widespread lockdown and ongoing social injustices ... View Post

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10 Lockdown Recipes Everyone Should Try

on June 3, 2020June 3, 2020

First it was banana bread. Then it was sourdough. Then it was dalgona coffee. Then it was the reality that mountains and mountains of dishes would be the aftermath of ... View Post

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Staying at Gibb’s Farm in Tanzania

on August 4, 2020August 4, 2020 Tanzania

When we were first talking about moving to Kenya, one of the biggest deciding factors for me was the opportunity to see more of East Africa. The country right at ... View Post

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You Can Still Book Your Future Le Boat Holiday with Confidence

on March 20, 2020March 23, 2020 SOUTH AFRICA

COVID-19 NOTICE: Right now, we are all taking life day-by-day. Travel plans have to be cancelled and loved ones have to be separated by closed borders and travel bans. We ... View Post

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Booking Future Travels During COVID-19 Could Help You Save Up to 80%

on March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 SOUTH AFRICA

COVID-19 NOTICE: Right now, we are all taking life day-by-day. Travel plans have to be cancelled and loved ones have to be separated by closed borders and travel bans. We ... View Post

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Staying at the Zilwa Attitude Hotel in Mauritius

on February 18, 2020July 28, 2020 Mauritius

There are so many beautiful hotels and resorts to choose from on the island of Mauritius that planning the perfect holiday can feel a little overwhelming. Which side of Mauritius ... View Post

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My Medically-Backed 30-Something Skincare Routine

on January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 SOUTH AFRICA

I wouldn't call myself a skincare 'guru', but it's something I've been interested in since my teens. Maybe that's because I had a bout of terrible acne in my teens, ... View Post

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Travel Guide: 36 Hours in Bangkok

on January 15, 2020January 15, 2020 THAILAND

There's no way you'll get to experience all the best things to do in Bangkok in just 36 hours, but it's enough time to get a taste for this addictive ... View Post

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Cape Town’s Best Piercing Studio: Black Betty Ear Candy

on December 4, 2019January 6, 2020 SOUTH AFRICA

“Curated ears” have to be my favourite new jewellery trend. Combining metals, textures, stones, studs and hoops to create your own perfectly adorned ear over time, it's all about being ... View Post