Author: Roseanna McBain

If you’re looking for a romantic getaway spot for your honeymoon, but don’t want to stay at a run-of-the-mill hotel or guest house, then look no further than the below list of establishments that are sure to leave a lasting impression on you and your partner.  We’ve chosen these special places for their combination of […]

For those who aren’t in the know, the Karoo has a lot more to offer than arid conditions, heatstroke and headaches! Brush off those old stereotypes and, with a fresh set of eyes, check out our top 5 reasons why the Karoo rocks! 1. See the Fossils The Karoo is one of South Africa’s richest […]

In my mind, there’s nothing quite as sweet or well-remembered as the day you receive or give a marriage proposal. The surprise, happiness and general “Yes, yes!” response is the norm to a slightly nervous smile, bent knee, and the ring. There are those out there who have an entirely different idea of what a […]

Do you know how to make your own compass and read it? Or which stars in the night sky can help you find your way home? Most people have been out in the woods or wilderness for camping, hiking, or perhaps a leisurely stroll. Have you ever considered what you’d do if you got lost […]

With the upcoming anniversary of the tragic Titanic sinking this weekend, 14 April, we’ve compiled a list of alternative theories and conspiracy theories, which go against the mainstream media’s account of what really happened. Do any of these theories hold so much as a grain of truth, or are they all pure fiction? Read on […]

If you go back through the centuries, you’ll discover that almost every person had some form of a natural first aid kit. This kit was filled with homeopathic and natural items used to treat small injuries which would often occur, such as children bruising their knees, or someone nicking themselves with a knife. After extensive […]

A first aid kit isn’t only for when you’re going camping for a week, or for those month-long holidays. It’s something everyone should already have at home in the form of either a store-bought, all inclusive package, or bits and pieces put together as they’ve been needed, with enough stock for another bout of flu, […]

If you read my post last week , on how to cut down on your environmental impact, then wouldn’t you like to know that for your next holiday, you can stay at an establishment which is working to reduce the carbon footprint that we all leave behind? If this sounds like something you’re keen to […]