Category: Holiday

Around the world annually on 17 March, St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated – it is believed to be the day which marks the death of St Patrick (461 A.D), and now commemorates his life and good works. Known as an occasion to embrace (our) Irish heritage, drink pints of Guinness, wear tons of green with […]

It’s finally time for that holiday you’ve been planning, and with your bags packed and the house cleaned, you’re ready to go. But Fluffy keeps looking at you with his sad doggy eyes, asking: “Why are you leaving me alone? Did I do something wrong? Is this going to be forever?”. It’s always hard to […]

While there are many, many ways of keeping children entertained at home, sometimes you just need a break from the routine of it all – and a chance to get out of the house, especially in winter. So for a list of fun activities your little one and you can do, check out the list […]

The ocean has always fascinated me. It’s a mysterious blue mass which thousands of people across history and ages past dared to go across, exploring and seek out new adventures. And lets not forget all the myths and legends the sea has inspired over the centuries. When I heard about a four-day cruise special, I […]

So now you’re out in the big outdoors – your roof a canopy of canvas – or stars if you prefer. There’s a big campfire crackling in the centre where you’re braaiing some tasty wors – and later marshmallows – with the relaxed comradery of having close friends around. But lets re-wind a few steps […]

With the weather getting warmer every day, the itch to get out of the city begins. To go somewhere far away from the busy roads, robots, taxi’s and smog. You glance longingly up at that unused tent in the top cupboard, and contemplate going camping over an upcoming weekend. If you’re a newbie invited along […]

If you picture a safari, chances are you’re imagining khaki outfits, with boots, binoculars and those funny hats that look like they were modeled on World War Two helmets (known as pith helmets for those interested). You’ll most likely also picture large herds or packs of lions, zebra’s, elephants and co. coming to meet you, […]

It’s that time of year when the bees are buzzing, the birds become vocal far earlier in the mornings, and the flowers are starting to bloom abundantly as Spring gains it’s foothold a little later than usual. A new season of growth, changes and opportunities lie ahead, and speaking of changes … The ever ethereal […]