Author: Desiree Haakonsen

With more people in the world having access to cell phones than clean water, it’s no surprise that everything in life is going digital. One of the biggest tourism trends highlighted at the recent ITB Berlin convention (regarded as a trends barometer for the international travel industry) was the dramatic increase in the number of […]

Take part in the wildest marathon of them all. South Africa’s Big Five Marathon takes place on 22 June 2013 at the Legend Golf & Safari Resort and trails among the wildlife of the African savannah. A race so tough that many claim it do be “harder than the Comrades”, the notorious 88km Big Five […]

If there’s one thing that causes mass excitement and road trip planning, it’s a live music event – especially when it involves international acts. Whether you find your groove with Rihanna’s chart toppers, electronic dance hits, or iconic 80s tunes, you’ll find an event worth getting to in South Africa in 2013. Rihanna – Diamonds […]

After more than 10 years of pushing boundaries and setting culinary trends, the Good Food & Wine Show 2013 promises to cook up something hotter than ever before. From 23 – 26 May, the premier food, wine, and lifestyle event will descend upon Cape Town with some of the world’s top celebrity chefs. If you […]

Gone are the days of a safari simply meaning a game drive in a big open vehicle. These days you can live on the wild side and spot South Africa’s wildest animals in their natural habitat with a wide range of safari experiences including horseback, bushwalk, fishing, golf, river, balloon, and elephant back safaris. The […]

If you’re anything like me, you’re constantly on the hunt for something new to keep your kids entertained during the school holidays. There are only so many times you can pop into the library, visit the park down the road, or watch a rerun of Alvin and the Chipmunks. Sometimes, to preserve peace in the […]

Easter is upon us and thousands of families are looking forward to the holiday break. While chilling with a good book may sound like an ideal holiday to you, kids will be looking for non-stop entertainment. Make the most of your family vacation by taking advantage of the warm weather we’re still enjoying and spend […]

On Wednesday, 27 March 2013, Rooiberg Winery in the picturesque Breede River Valley is officially launching its new landmark – THE BIGGEST CHAIR IN AFRICA. Highly acclaimed for its outstanding wines, Rooiberg Winery is now also an unmissable tourist attraction on the R60 between Worcester and Robertson. From 10am – 5pm, the public and media […]