TripAdvisor recently embarked on a world-wide TripIndex Cities survey to discover the most expensive and affordable cities to enjoy a night out on holiday. They selected a number of cities from across the globe and calculated the cost of a couple staying 1 night in a 4-star hotel, cocktails, a 2-course dinner with a bottle […]

With the winter holidays in full swing, families are likely going to be scrambling to organise their annual winter holiday getaway. But no holiday is complete without getting to spend it with the entire family (and that means your honorary family members too!). For those who can’t handle leaving their furry companions at home, here […]

It’s time we all face the fact that we’re wonderfully different from each other – which in my mind is a very, very good thing. Convenient though it would be if everyone liked the same things, it is unlikely there’d be any kind of innovations, creativity, or varied cultures from which we can learn and […]

The Eastern Cape’s coastal Kouga region is fast becoming the new winter playground of South Africa, with a bumper selection of sports events and family fun lined up for July 2013. Holidaymakers can catch a glimpse of sporting celebrities like former world champion surfer, Mark “Occy” Occhilupo, and Comrades Marathon legend, Bruce Fordyce, who will […]

I’m a total sucker for adventure, so my bucket list grows daily with exciting things to do. One of the activities on my bucket list is a Canopy Tour®. I’ve done plenty of foofi-slides, but I have yet to glide through the treetops like Tarzan in princess mode. While it may not be as hair-raising […]

Shell-shocked to learn about a festival dedicated to oysters? Entertaining various ideas on how you’d like your first oyster served?  Then come along and immerse yourself in this beloved aphrodisiacal fiesta! This year’s festival will be held from the 28th June – 7th of July 2013. Consider sliding a succulent pepper and tabasco sprinkled oyster down […]

Many parents dream of being able to whisk the family off on a spontaneous holiday, before realising that a holiday with kids of different ages involves planning. Avoid getting stuck at home with energetic kids and take them to these accommodations that cater specifically for kids! The Falls Guest House, Northern Cape The Falls Guest […]

Those with Huguenot heritage will most likely have plans already made for the upcoming Bastille Day, or rather, La Fête Nationale, happening 13 – 14 July 2013. This celebration of French national pride is a beloved affair by French families and those unable to make it to Europe won’t miss out, as there will inevitably […]