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Best Golf Courses in Africa
What many do not know is that the continent now has over 800 golf courses, making it easy to pair…
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Best Places To Scuba Dive In Africa
Those looking for a top-notch marine safari, here are some of the best diving spots in Africa for you to…
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Riders For Health – Providing Motorbikes for Health Workers in Africa
Riders for Health (Riders) is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) working to ensure access to safe transportation for all health…
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Akon Secures $6 Billion Contract To Build His Crypto City In Africa
United States engineering company KE International has awarded a $6 billion contract to Senegal’s Senegalese-American singer and entrepreneur Akon to…
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Cape Town chef to take charge of the kitchen in the 2016 Tour de France
Cape Town born Lindsay Venn, former Executive Chef now turned Food and Beverage Manager at Tsogo Sun’s Southern Sun The…
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How to Become a Tour Guide In South Africa
Tourist guides in South Africa are some of the most important people in the travel trade. They interact on a…
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Alaska – The Snowy Land
Alaska draws people from the world over to see its wilderness and the wildlife, snow clad mountains and massive glaciers,…
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Emirates adds Cairo, Tunis, Glasgow and Malé, bringing network to over 50 cities in July
Dubai, UAE, 29 June 2020 – Emirates continues to add travel options for customers with the announcement that it will…
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Entries Open For Wine & Food Tourism Awards
Cape Town, 17 June 2020 – Entries are now open for the Wine & Food Tourism Awards, a prestigious accolade…
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Miss South Africa 2020 Top 35 Announced
Johannesburg, 11 June 2020 – Following a record number of submissions received during the online entry process for Miss South Africa…
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TBCSA Lobbies For Reopening Of International Inbound Tourism
JOHANNESBURG, 4 June 2020 – South Africa’s tourism private-sector, under the Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA), have been…
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Lockdown Through the Eyes of a Nature Guide
Kruger National Park, 03 May 2020 – South Africas’ Tourism Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, would do well to spend just R30…
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Pinotage King Launches Writer’s Block
In keeping with its motto “We are born creative”, Flagstone Wines’ head winemaker, Gerhard Swart, has created a single block…
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TKZN Kickstarts Online SME Business Advisory Workshops
Durban, 03 June 2020 – With the tourism sector hardest hit by the national lockdown to slow down the spread…
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Best Fishing Adventures in Africa
Read about the best fishing adventures in Africa The first thing most people will think about when they hear ‘Tourism…
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Gåte at Quoin Rock Brings Fine-Dining to Your Doorstep
Cape Town, 22 May 2020 – Gåte Restaurant @QuoinRock Wine Estate in Stellenbosch is offering an unparalleled three-course tasting journey curated…
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Overseas Money Transfer Transaction Tips
The technological advancements that make modern life simple and easy are also the technological advancements that come with quite in-depth…
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An Ode to the Durban Curry
If you can read this whole story without laughing then you’ve probably never tasted a real Durban curry. I was…
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Why do people have so many accidents in Florida?
Florida. The sunshine state. Bursting with beaches, theme parks, wildlife, families on vacation and plenty of retirees enjoying the hot…
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Good News for South Africans to Study in Germany
Good news is hard to come by during these times of global pandemic, which makes the German governments’ offer of…
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Reasons to Choose Cape Town for a Dental Vacation
Medical (aka Health or Wellness) Tourism is a growing niche as more and more tourists travel to the stunning city…
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Discovering New York
New York was named at a time where expansion into the New World was coming thick and fast – that’s…
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Tourism Film Festival Launches Africa Award Winners Showreel
Johannesburg, South Africa, 11 May 2020 – The International Tourism Film Festival Africa (ITFFA) has released the winning entries for…
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Miss South Africa 2020 Entries Open
Johannesburg, 10 May 2020 – Entries for Miss South Africa 2020 open at 09h00 tomorrow and close on May 31,…
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How To Make The Most Of Your Travels
Having spent close to 15 years reviewing some of the world’s most iconic travel destinations, sustainable tourism places, and forgotten…
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How To Improve Your Writing Skills
Tourism students often fail to obtain high grades for their academic projects because of poor quality. It’s induced because of…
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10 Gadgets That Will Change Your Travel Experience
Whether you’re the type to hostel hop through European capitals, likes to trek and camp in the midst of untouched…
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Hotel Group Launches CleanStay Programme
McLean, Virginia, 28 April 2020 – Hilton announced today a new programme to deliver an industry-defining standard of cleanliness and…
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Cape Town Launches Worth Waiting For Campaign
Cape Town, 28 April 2020 – Cape Town Tourism has launched a new campaign with the theme “We Are Worth…
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SA Celebrates Freedom Day Under Lockdown
Monday, 27 April 2020 – Today is an important landmark in South Africa’s history; Freedom Day. To acknowledge the great…
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Africa Walkathon Project Postpones To 2021
Cape Town, 25 April 2020 – The launch of Walk4Africa (W4A) – a sustainable tourism development project that aims to…
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100 Million Job Losses in Travel & Tourism Sector
London, 24 April 2020 – An estimated 100 million job losses in the Travel & Tourism due to the coronavirus…
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Understanding Environmental Tourism – Part 1
This series on Environmental Tourism is published in three parts. Part 1 deals with the main impact areas of Environmental…
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How To Resolve a Timeshare Complaint
Resolving a timeshare complaint in southern Africa has been made a lot simpler. According to the Vacation Ownership Association of…
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Victoria Falls Reaches Highest Levels In A Decade
Zimbabwe, 21 April 2020 – The Victoria Falls appears to be thoroughly enjoying its alone time, reaching its highest water…
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Understanding Environmental Tourism – Part 2
Part 1 in this series covers environmental impacts. Part 2 deals with the environmental impacts of tourism from a global perspective. Environmental Impacts…
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Understanding Environmental Tourism – Part 3
Part 1 in this series covered environmental impacts, while Part 2 dealt with the environmental impacts of tourism from a global perspective.…
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How To Tap Into The Ecotourism Niche Market
For tourism organisations wanting to tap into the growing ecotourism niche tourism market, the International Ecotourism Society provides the answers.…
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How To Move On From Losing Your Job
Anyone who has yet to experience the heart-wrenching emotional and financial turmoil of unexpectedly losing a job should count themselves…
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How To Become A Travel Photographer
Nowadays, just about anyone with a DSLR camera can take pretty good images of iconic travel locations and publish them…
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Lockdown Offers Great Opportunities For Hotels
Durban, 17 April 2020 – According to ANEW Hotels and Resorts (ANEW) chief executive officer, Clinton Armour, the COVID-19-induced lockdown…
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Tourism Sector Collaborates To Develop A Recovery Plan
Johannesburg, 16 April 2020 – According to travel and tourism industry leaders who participated in a series of webinars hosted…
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Hospitality & Destination Reviews – Apply Now
If you are interested in having your Safari Lodge, Hotel, Guesthouse, Destination, Tourism Activity / Attraction, or Tourism Transport product…
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Trip to Philadelphia
Want to get funky in Philly? This bustling city is one of the most beautiful places in Pennsylvania and features…
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DA Proposes Smart Lockdown Solution
Cape Town, 13 April 2020 – The Democratic Alliance (DA) will be submitting their Smart Lockdown working paper to President…
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10 Proven and Effective Tips for Successful Saltwater Fishing for Beginners
Tips For Saltwater Fishing for Beginners Saltwater fishing is a relaxing activity that many aspiring first time anglers want to…
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South Africa Extends Lockdown by 14 Days
Pretoria, 09 April 2020 – South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced this evening that the nation-wide coronavirus lockdown is being extended by…
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Last-Minute Things To See In London
There’s a lot to see and do in London, even on a foggy day. If you’ve had a last-minute change…
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An Opportunity To Sharpen The Vision Of Intra-Africa Travel Together
Johannesburg, 04 April 2020 – There is no doubt that COVID-19 uncertainties have had a severe impact on the global…
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A Message of Courage in a Time of Crisis
Eshowe, KwaZulu-Natal, 02 April 2020 – Isibindi Africa Lodges founder, Brett Gehren, has released a moving video in which he…
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New Frog Species Discovered in South Africa
Cape Town, 01 April 2020 – A new frog species discovered in the Western Cape province of South Africa, so closely…
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3 Ways to get your small business loan declined
Or what NOT to do Financing, when acquired and used wisely, can be a great growth and expansion tool but…
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Arctic Expert Shares Free Virtual Northern Lights Hunt
With the world on lockdown due to COVID-19 – one tourism company has gone above and beyond to give people…
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Tips on Caring for Cats and Dogs
Nairobi, 26 March 2020 – Although experts from the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and…
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Top 5 Places to Visit in Austria
For such a small, landlocked country, Austria has had an almighty effect on the cultural scene across the globe. From…
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The Best US Cities for Sports Tourism
If you’re planning a trip to the US and you’re a sports fanatic, then the good news is you’re really…
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South Africa Enters Second Phase of Lockdown
Pretoria, 23 March 2020 – Today, South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation to announce an enforced a nation-wide lockdown…
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In Memorium: Sol Kerzner 1935–2020
Cape Town, 20 March 2020 – The travel & tourism industry mourns the passing of Solomon (Sol) Kerzner who died…
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Must Visit Road Trip Attractions On The KZN South Coast
Following my KZN South Coast Activities and KZN South Coast Attractions posts back in June/July 2015, this post explores more…
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Travel Restrictions at South African Airports
Johannesburg, 20 March 2020 – Airports Company South Africa has, together with other relevant aviation authorities, implemented air travel restrictions…
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Best Year Round Shark Diving Site in South Africa
Protea Banks, situated 7.5 km offshore from Shelly Beach on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, is the best year-round dive site…
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Statement from World Travel & Tourism Council
Lives being devastated and one million jobs a day being lost due to coronavirus pandemic says World Travel & Tourism…
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Join the Commonwealth Youth Council as a Global Ambassador
London, 19 March 2020 – The Commonwealth has extended the deadline for Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC) membership applications to 05…
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Cape Town Airport Pick-Up Area Relocated
Cape Town, 19 March 2020 – With effect from Saturday 21 March the pick-up and go area at Cape Town…
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Mauritius Bans All Inbound Flights
Mauritius, 18 March 2020 – The Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, has announced today that no commercial aircraft…
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7 Things to Know When Travelling from Africa to the USA
Planning a trip to a country you’ve never explored before is exciting, but it can also cause anxiety if you’re…
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South Africa Event Cancellations
South Africa, 17 March 2020 – In response to the 15 March statement by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announcing measures to…
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Corona Virus Cancellations Policy Template
Ever since the announcement that South Africa is in Lockdown against the spread of Corovirus (COVID-19), TourismTattler has received a…
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South Africa in Lockdown against COVID-19
Pretoria, 16 March 2020 – South Africa’s President Cyril Rhamaphosa announced measures to combat the spread of Corovirus (COVID-19) on…
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Cape Town Open for Business as a Safe Travel Destination
Joint statement issued by City of Cape Town Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Opportunities and Tourism, James Vos and Cape…
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Africa Travel Week and WTM Africa Cancelled
Friday 13 March 2020 – Yet another major tourism travel trade show has succumbed to the COVID-19 Coronavirus around the…
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Quoin Rock Manor House: The Ultimate Wedding Venue
Cape Town, 13 March 2020 – Quoin Rock Wine Estate is renown for its exceptional wine and cuisine. However, one…
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Thailand Tourism Prepares For WTM Africa 2020
Cape Town, 11 March 2020 – WTM Africa is well known as a hub for business-to-business (B2B) development within the…
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SA Tourism Call To Join Travel Trade Friday
Johannesburg, 11 March 2020 – South African Tourism is calling on all tourism businesses and service providers to participate in…
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WWF-SA Backs New Sustainability Award In Wine And Food Tourism
Cape Town, 10 March 2020 – For tourism in South Africa to raise its contribution to GDP, expand economic opportunity…
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Value Added Tax in the Tourism Industry
Value Added Tax (VAT) charged to clients in the Tourism Industry can be a minefield, especially when dealing with foreign…
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iStore Revokes Study Partner Deal for Tourist Guides
This opinion piece by Francois Collin, Media Liason Officer at the National Federation of Tourist Guides and Affiliates (NFTGA), recounts…
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Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, a five-star premium eco-luxury lodge, is set in a pristine Milkwood forest overlooking Walker Bay in…
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Tequila, Tapas and Jazz in Cape Town this March
Cape Town, 05 March 2020 – To coincide with the Cape Town Jazz Festival, The Table Bay Hotel Food &…
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Beyond the Secret Elephants
There’s nothing so quintessential as a quiet weekend in Knysna with a book you can’t put down – except perhaps…
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Students Enter Knysna Video to ITFF Africa
The organiser of the International Tourism Film Festival Africa (ITFF Africa), Caroline Ungersbock, has welcomed a video entered by two…
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Where to Stay in Miami Beach
There are many reasons to visit Miami Beach, from the sea and the sand to the stunning sunsets and endless…
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Drogba Scores Tourism Win for Côte d’Ivoire
Abidjan, 25 February 2020 – International soccer star Didier Drogba has helped his birthplace, Côte d’Ivoire, strike gold by helping…
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Social Media Marketing – Part 3
In part three of this series, TourismTattler looks at some useful social media monitoring and analysis tools. Last month we…
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Tswalu Kalahari Reserve
Tswalu is a vast, magical land of infinite possibility, with sweeping vistas and a liberating sense of space. The green…
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Social Media Marketing – Part 2
In part two of this series, TourismTattler asks some pertinent questions that should be answered before embarking on a social media…
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Wine and Braai Pop-Up at Le Grand Domaine
Stellenbosch, 22 February 2020 – Food and wine have always been a complimentary pair and they’re best savoured outdoors in the…
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Tented Adventures
Committed to low impact environmental and eco-friendly accommodation, Tented Adventures’ Pilanesberg National Park Safari Camp, and Pretoriuskop Rest Camp in…
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Tenikwa Wildlife Rehab Centre
Fair Trade Tourism certifiedTenikwa Wildlife Rehabilitation and Awareness Centre, a non-profit organisation located close to Plettenberg Bay, uses tourism as…
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James Vos on eVisas and Tourism Growth
Cape Town, February 2020 – During President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of Nation Address, he announced the roll-out of Electronic Visas…
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LUX Resorts and Hotels
LUX* Resorts and Hotels has embarked on a journey towards a carbon-clean future, known as ‘Tread Lightly’. Working with Ecosur…
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Social Media Marketing – Part 1
In this new E-Marketing series, Tourism Tattler will help you to become a Social Business. We will show you what…
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How to Tread Lightly in Ecotourism
As a travel writer, I’ve visited many sustainable tourism destinations and eco-friendly hotels across the world. They’re doing their bit…
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The Best Way to Find Car Rental Services in Los Angeles
Exploring the Southern California city of Los Angeles is best done as a self-drive road trip. Depending on your budget,…
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Amakhala Safari Lodge
African tribal design-inspired owners and artists, Mike and Justine Weeks’ meticulous attention to detail is reflected in the fine African…
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All You Need to Know about Malaria and Antimalarials
This article shares advice for overseas travellers to malaria-risk areas, with specific relevance to South Africa.
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8 Things You Should Know Before Taking Your First Boat Cruise
Going on a boat cruise is a lot of fun, and if it is your first time, a little intimidating.…
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5 Ways to Travel Cheaply
When we’re tight on cash, the idea of going on vacation might seem impossible. But we all need to relax…
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Sibuya Game Reserve
Located on the coast at Kenton on Sea in the Eastern Cape and spanning the magnificent Kariega Estuary on its…
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