African Blog: Accommodation

• Reasonably priced accommodation IS available over the World Cup in South Africa.

  emmagass in South Africa,, 2010 FIFA World Cup ™,, News & Current Affairs,, Sport in Africa,, Travel Tips,,

  March 1st, 2010 3:19pm

  There have been runaway rumours over the last few months regarding excessive pricing over the World Cup period in South Africa. International headlines have remarked on South African businesses trying to make a qu...

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• Blood, Sweat and Beers - the KZN Battlefields

  thefynbosguy in South Africa,, African Adventures,, Community & Culture,,

  March 3rd, 2010 11:15am

  Let me come right out and say it up front: old battlefields are really the preserve of guys. I mean, can you really see your girlfriend/wife/sister/daughter standing in a windswept field, kn...

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• Just because Africa is poor doesn’t mean it’s cheap!

  Vanessa in Botswana,, Kenya,, Malawi,, Mozambique,, Namibia,, South Africa,, Zambia,, Zimbabwe,, On Safari,, Responsible Tourism,, Travel Tips,, Wildlife,,

  March 10th, 2010 7:54pm

  A few years ago, I received a telephone enquiry from a person wanting assistance with planning a 3 week holiday in Bo...

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• Authentic South African - a fabulous Kruger trip

  carlien in South Africa,,

  May 19th, 2010 9:47am

  Every time I go to the Kruger National Park, I just fall in love with it all over again. Iconic Kruger is really a place for every budget & type of client. From a value for money experience to a Uber luxurious retreat. W...

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• Luxurious Responsible Tourism in Remote Namibia

  emmagass in Namibia,, African Adventures,, Inspirational Stories,, On Safari,, Responsible Tourism,,

  May 21st, 2010 4:09pm

  Too often tourists and travellers are accused of being part of the problem; they rush into an area, indulge in a luxurious holiday and then rush out again without really getting to know the land they’re visiting or contributing ...

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• Addicted to Africa?

  Vanessa in Zimbabwe,, African Adventures,, Family Holidays,, Inspirational Stories,, On Safari,, Quick lists,, Quirky Stuff,, Responsible Tourism,, Romance,, Travel Tips,, Wildlife,,

  May 25th, 2010 2:37pm

  Once bitten by the Africa bug, you can never be cured. But don't worry! I'm not talking about a dangerous in...

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• A few “Safari” words: Part 1

  africanarray in Botswana,, Kenya,, Lesotho,, Malawi,, Mozambique,, Namibia,, South Africa,, Tanzania,, Zambia,, Zimbabwe,,

  May 26th, 2010 4:22pm

  Is your ranger using words that you don't understand? Searching through pages and you have no idea what they're saying? Here's our first guide to a few frequently used safari terms: An...

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• Secret spots on the Garden Route

  emmagass in South Africa,, Beach holidays,, Quick lists,, Self-drive holidays,,

  May 26th, 2010 5:50pm

  The Garden Route has become a world renowned destination with the lovely towns of Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and Wilderness receiving many visitors throughout the year. And with good reason, although it’s a pity to...

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• Creepies and Crawlies in Africa

  claudiskies in Other,, South Africa,, African Adventures,, On Safari,, Wildlife,,

  June 15th, 2010 3:29pm

  It isn't uncommon for first time travellers to Africa to experience concerns relating to the vast array of creepies and crawlies found here. In fact, quite often the possibility...

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• A few “Safari” words: Part 2

  africanarray in Botswana,, Kenya,, Malawi,, Mozambique,, Namibia,, Rwanda,, South Africa,, Tanzania,, Uganda,, Zambia,, Zimbabwe,,

  June 23rd, 2010 12:36pm

  Following part 1 where we featured "safari" words used most frequently, here is the second part. Herbivore-An animal that only eats grass, leaves and other plants Little Five-Buff...

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• Luxury Golf Experiences on the Garden Route

  Vanessa in South Africa,, Self-drive holidays,,

  June 30th, 2010 8:16pm

  The Garden Route is well known for its scenic beauty and a leisurely drive down the national road through the Southern Cape has long been a favourite holiday for locals....

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• Is a Cape Town Safari possible?

  emmagass in South Africa,, On Safari,, Wildlife,,

  July 1st, 2010 1:23pm

  Cape Town is in Africa; Africa is home to the iconic Big 5 African animals, therefore you should be able to go on Safari near Cape Town. Right? Well not exactly. Cape Town has incredible n...

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• SPUR OF THE MOMENT WEEKEND GETAWAY

  antoinette in South Africa,,

  July 1st, 2010 4:24pm

  What started off as a casual suggestion soon became a reality within 18 hrs! Unexpectedly given the Monday off, I suggested to a friend from Australia who's here for the WC 2010, th...

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• The Truth About the Kruger Park

  claudiskies in South Africa,, African Adventures,, On Safari,, Travel Tips,,

  July 2nd, 2010 9:47pm

  There’s a lot of misunderstanding surrounding the perennially popular Kruger Park. The term ‘Kruger Park’ is most often used as a blanket reference to a much wider...

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• Thirstland: the Kalahari Made Easy

  thefynbosguy in Botswana,, Namibia,, South Africa,, African Adventures,, On Safari,, Wildlife,,

  July 8th, 2010 3:19pm

  Ask someone to describe the Kalahari Desert and chances are they'll scratch their head a bit and come up with images of sandy wastes and sharp-eyed Bushmen hunters....

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• Lost World: Unlocking the Secrets of the Caprivi Strip

  thefynbosguy in Namibia,, African Adventures,, On Safari,, Wildlife,,

  July 26th, 2010 9:17am

  Ever looked at a map of Namibia and wondered what that weird sticky-out-pointy-bit at the top is? You know the part I mean: that finger of land squeezed between Botswana and A...

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• African Holidays: plan ahead or wing it?

  claudiskies in Other,, African Adventures,, Travel Tips,,

  August 26th, 2010 4:42pm

  I recently read a discussion forum on whether or not it is better to be spontaneous when planning a vacation or whether its better to plan ahead. ...

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• Kenya’s Popular Safari Routes - Where to Go?

  kimberoo in Kenya,, On Safari,, Wildlife,,

  September 6th, 2010 4:19pm

  Although not as big as southerly neighbour Tanzania, Kenya - the birthplace of the classic African safari and all things 'Hemingway-esque' - is still two and a half times the size of ...

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• Beyond Lake Malawi: Places Worth Leaving Your Hammock For

  sandramallinson in Malawi,, African Adventures,, Family Holidays,, On Safari,,

  September 8th, 2010 12:56pm

  Swaying in a hammock, fortified by a late afternoon G&T, squinting at the dazzling surface of the lake as a fisherman paddles by; I contemplate putting down my dog-earned novel and picking up my camera. ...

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• Sun City and Safari

  claudiskies in South Africa,, African Adventures,, Family Holidays,,

  September 15th, 2010 9:19am

  Sun City in South Africa’s North West Province is a dazzling destination bursting with family fun and entertainment. Offering loads of thrilling activities ra...

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