Category: Durban

Today, 21 March, the nation of South Africa celebrates Human Rights Day. Officially declared a public holiday in 1994, after Nelson Mandela became the president of South Africa, the public holiday is a both a bleak reminder of the horrific events that occurred 53 years ago at the Sharpeville massacre and a celebration of our […]

Those looking for an Easter weekend full of fun, sun, and excellent facilities will find all they want and more in Durban. Whether it’s a large garden for family Easter Egg Hunts, close proximity to the beach, or excellent facilities you’re after, Durban has a host of accommodation to suit your needs and budget. Scroll […]

I’m certain most of us know about the charming St. Patrick, who chased the snakes from Ireland and has a feast day named after him. Although modern times see this festival as more as a booze-up, he is still remembered and honoured for being a great man. Along with this feast day comes the chance […]

When it comes to Valentine’s Day, iconic gifts like over-priced chocolate hearts, miniature teddy bears in mugs, and plastic roses have the potential to turn your V-Day into D-Day! Here are some far more smooch-scoring ideas for Valentine’s Day. I – Ice-skating Gliding on ice. Holding hands. Snuggling up for warmth. A post-skating foot massage. […]

Valentine’s Day is named after the martyred St Valentine, but few realise that the roots of this universally acknowledged day of love come from an ancient fertility festival, known in Rome as the Eve of Lupercalia. Despite Pope Galesius banning the love lotteries in the 5th century, the spirit of this festival has been kept […]

Humanity is bombarded on a daily basis with images of celebrities – during the news, reading a magazine, on television, and when listening to the radio. Sure, celebrities are people with talent, and I respect that.  What I find wrong however is the excessive voyeuristic stalking that the media has been serving up to the […]

It’s no longer a rumour…the world’s most colourful festival is confirmed to splatter Cape Town with a rainbow of paint on Saturday, 2 March 2013, and  Johannesburg on Saturday, 6th April 2013. Durban – your time is coming too, but dates are yet to be confirmed. Brought to you by award-winning agency Seed Experiences, the company behind […]

“When in Rome, do as the Romans do”, is a saying that sums up the practice of following local customs when you’re in a new country. South Africa is no exception. It’s known for its outdoor fun, as well as its fantastic variety of cuisine, made up of flavours from around the globe, and don’t […]