I am often asked by South African holiday home owners and those perhaps seeking to purchase a holiday house or apartment in South Africa, if this is firstly a good investment and secondly if they will be able to at least partially off set the costs by renting this to paying tenants or guests.Prior to me qualifying this statement, the answer is without doubt, yes to both, there is however a "but". Let me also add that whilst I and the...more
In general everyone fears damaging another person' property, aside from the cost there is a guilt factor, by example, your friend allows you to use his holiday flat, your child breaks the glass of the coffee table. Yes, you replace it but you still feel really guilty. We as conservative, polite and trusting South Africa travellers offer our trust, it is unfortunately often abused.Accommodation is one thing, a bed is after all a bed or is it?...more
Though many travelers may skip out entirely on the north western portion of Argentina and prefer instead to stick to the well-trodden areas of Patagonia, Buenos Aires and Iguazu; Salta is a rewarding discovery well worth the long pampa-lined drive to get there. Set in an incredibly varied landscape of lush jungle, arid high-altitude salt flats and spectacular multicolored gorges and rock formations, the region of Salta has an even more unique capital city to embody the diversity of its history, architecture and residents. Known by Argentineans as Salta la Linda (Salta the Fair) this bustling city is a fine mix of the old and new, where European café culture and fine colonial architecture interacts daily with a central American flair for art and living; creating an ever-changing personality and identity for this entertaining city which, as of yet, has been little altered by the tourism wave.FRIDAY1pm, GET REALGrab a delicious and authentic Salteño lunch at Doña Salta's, located at the heart of historical and cultural Salta and just across the street from the magnificent rose red and cream-colored towers of the Iglesia San Francisco. Serving what even Argentinean reviewers...more
You will meet amazing people from all walks of life, learn a lot about yourself and make memories that will last forever, but whilst the most important thing to do is enjoy yourself you also need use your common sense and be prepared. A little forward planning could save you a lot of time, money and hassle.Safety Travelling alone is probably more...more
By planning out your ski holiday preparations well in advance you'll be able to relax a lot more when your trip finally rolls around.Babies - Your baby holiday planning will really depend on how you feed your baby. There's a good chance that the ski resort you are visiting won't be anywhere near a shop that stocks your baby's...more
No matter who you travel with on your road trip, or if you're going it alone, making some plans beforehand will help you to have a safer an more enjoyable holiday. Especially if you're travelling to somewhere remote or unknown, then planning ahead is essential, just in case you get into any danger.The car's the star - Your relaxing road trip holiday can soon become a frustrating nightmare when you're left waiting by the side of the road for a recovery vehicle. Have your car thoroughly checked over before you leave just to make sure there aren't any problems lurking just around the corner. Your own vehicle might be a little questionable, or just not comfortable or roomy enough. In this case, you could rent something more suitable, or a friend may be willing to lend you theirs in return for a free holiday! Insuring your trip could be worthwhile, especially if it's a long haul road trip. Your car insurance should be updated, and you could also take out separate travel insurance as well. Learning some basic mechanics won't hurt, so you know how to fix minor repairs on the road.Dress for the weather - You might not want to wear your best outfits on the...more
And what's more, the people are nice too! Here are some of the most amazing places to visit in this beautiful country:The Victoria Falls is the world's biggest waterfall, at 111m high and 1701m wide. It is also one of the most beautiful....more
The weather is usually wonderful, and there are countless of activities to do for everyone. To ensure that you have a great travelling experience in Brazil check out these handy hints:Make sure that you are vaccinated against Yellow Fever. If you...more
The weather is usually wonderful, and there are countless of activities to do for everyone. To ensure that you have a great traveling experience in Brazil pay heed to the following advice:Make sure that you are vaccinated against Yellow Fever. If you...more
The weather is usually wonderful, and there are countless of activities to do for everyone. To ensure that you have a great traveling experience in Brazil pay heed to the following advice:Make sure that you are vaccinated against Yellow Fever. If you...more
How many times do you book something that looks fun when you first saw it but was not at all what you read? This is something that happens all to often to those in charge of booking holidays. So when you decide to plan your next family trip make sure...more
As one of Brazil’s wealthiest, most continuously developed and most attractive regions, Fortaleza is quickly advancing as one of the country’s most attractive regions.If you are just beginning to consider a Brazil property investment,...more