Trains trains and more trains because there is no time deadline to this trip and I’d like to see as much as I can of the countries I am visiting. That’s pretty hard to do from 30 000 feet.
China’s capital is becoming a doorway to the Orient for many visitors who come to explore a lively metropolis with an ancient history.
Flightless Dave will be a weekly diary of David Chislett’s adventures as he boards buses, trains, cars, bicycles, boats and in some cases, walks, from place to place in a quest to cross Europe, Eurasia, Australasia, the south Pacific and the Americas and return to the UK. All without flying.
Heineken’s ‘Dropped’ series pits contestants against each other in a bid to get back home.
Are you into rock and festivals and not afraid of garbage and naked drunk people running wild? Then you might consider the contemporary viking-version of the “Summer of Love” every year on a field in the ancient kings’ town of Roskilde, Denmark.
For those tough-to-shift stresses of living in London, we recommend a triple-cleansing combo of chilling in nature, getting big-time active and embracing culture. We found all three in the lesser-known region of Alentejo, Portugal.
As wonderful as the Kruger National Park is, there are a number of other destinations that can give you the thrill of experiencing wildlife. Whether it is lush forests, sparse deserts or historic sites, South Africa’s natural parks are something to behold. Here’s our list of other wildlife destinations to see if you have already been to the Kruger.
The long queues, the ridiculous questions and the millions of forms to fill in… South Africans get a hard time when they travel. Fortunately, we have created a shortlist of the best destinations that require no visa.
From the sumptuous cuisine and year-round mild climate in the Mediterranean, to the diverse and culturally rich history of Scandinavia, Europe has a great deal to offer any type of holidaymaker. In addition to these two contrasting regions you’ll find bustling cities, beautiful countryside and stunning coastlines across the continent.
South Africans and international tourists adore the bush but also love to stay in luxurious accommodation and eat succulent cuisine. These luxury game lodges combine the best of both worlds.
Two South African globetrotters will drive from London all the way to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, in the annual Mongol Rally to raise money for charity.
Much has changed between the days when Apollo was worshipped on Delos and today, where the only pious ones are the sun-worshippers. But human beings have, predictably, stayed just the same.
INSPIRATION | Thailand offers crystal clear waters, grand palaces, stunning national parks, delicious food and a unique atmosphere. It’s an adventure destination, a cultural experience and a laid-back beach holiday all rolled into one
Just an hour and a half by Eurostar gets you from London to moules frites anwhich probably would have to be moules-frites and a glass of local beer in the Grand’ Place, a magnificent square encircled by elegant buildings and gracious shops. (Pause between moules to glance up to the facade of the Old Bourse to notice the black dots around the windows near the roof. Not high-flung graffiti but Austrian cannonballs lodged in the facade.)
Ever wondered what a Conference of Action would be like? Greenpop’s Trees for Zambia Project calls itself just that. A learning, doing, action-based event in one of the world’s most beautiful spots — the mighty Victoria Falls in Livingstone Zambia. This is a holiday with a difference.
The capital of Southern Morocco, Marrakech is not exactly a secret travel destination. Its enticing attractions have been known to the Arab world since the 11th century and to Western visitors since the late 1920s, when the famous La Marmounia hotel was created.
Geneva may be synonymous with international diplomacy, finance and a high standard of living, but this French-speaking, cosmopolitan city has much more to offer the visitor than politics and money.
Mark Kapchanga examines the world of African airlines and considers why they may be on the cusp of another boom in passenger numbers
We do like to be beside the seaside – and South Africa’s beaches are some of the best in the world. Here we bring you ten of the most breathtaking…
Hammams, meze, baklava, kebaps: Istanbul is a city of the senses. It also bridges the pious and the hedonistic, the Byzantine and the modern Turkish – and the landmasses of Europe and Asia. Heather Walker spent a few days in old Constantinople.
As Africa’s aviation industry grows, South Africa’s state-owned carrier may contribute to the economy, but many criticise the SAA structure
Fancy your festival with a side of sun and sangria? Or beer and bratwurst? Get out of the UK and into Europe with our list of the biggest music festivals happening over the Channel this summer.
There is nothing “new” about Moscow. It was always there and still seems like the original frontier town as it winds along the Moskva (Muddy) River with its streets a glorious mix of architecture, squares filled with golden-domed churches, elaborate Metro stations and grey concrete Soviet legacies.
BRANDPUNT | Conrad besoek Warwick Kasteel met sy kleurvolle geskiedenis en aktiwiteite
Tourists to South Africa can enjoy some of the world’s best hotels – here’s our list of the top 10.