Africa
A Unique Touring Experience in Ethiopia
Ethiopia is probably not a destination for your average traveller, but adventurers looking for a unique experience, in a land which is often referred to as “the cradle of mankind”, should check out a new tour offered by Original Travel. ... Full story
A Girl's Guide to Travelling Alone in Morocco
Morocco is really a pretty safe place for a woman on her own, as well as being a fairly easy place to get around. The buses between cities (supratours and ctm) are a darn-sight better than anything you’d find in the UK, the people in hotels and riads are really helpful and full of advice on where to go and what to do, and it can be really easy to meet other travellers, particularly if you book on a tour or stay in one of the hostels/budget riads (I loved Riad Fantasia in Marrakech and the 3 day group desert tour was brilliant for meeting people). ... Full story
Durban - Beautiful Beaches and much more!
Durban is much more than beautiful golden beaches and year-round sunshine; in fact like much of South Africa, you have to scratch the surface to really discover the heart and soul of the place. ... Full story
South Africa - Leading the Way in Fair Trade Tourism
Walking around the South African Tourism stand at this year’s World Travel Market, talking to receptive operators, local tourism organisations and accommodation suppliers; the overriding message that I was presented with was one of responsible tourism. The South African tourism infrastructure has grasped the importance of building a sustainable industry with reinvestment into the fabric of the local community. There is a belief that ‘Fair Trade Tourism’ is a logical extension of responsible tourism, a belief that is reinforced by the good work of specific organisation such as the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. ... Full story
South Africa - Exploring the Cape
Another day spent exploring the wonders of South Africa; well through the eyes and products of the numerous trade exhibitors attending World Travel Market in London. Not quite the same thing as being there in the flesh – but a great way to learn about what this beguiling nation has to offer the keen tourist. ... Full story
South Africa - The legacy
A lot has happened in South Africa since the final whistle was blown on the World Cup last year. The tournament required a heavy and sustained investment in the tourist infrastructure of South Africa with a considerable upgrade in the country’s transport and communication links. South Africa has also benefited from a phenomenal amount of positive publicity with cities, seascapes, wildlife and wildernesses presenting an unforgettable backdrop to the tournament. ... Full story
Port Elizabeth - South Africa's Windy City
Port Elizabeth, also known as the Friendly City and the Windy City, is South Africa’s fifth largest city and very much a hidden gem thanks in much to its undeveloped coastline. It is part of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, which unites Port Elizabeth with the inland industrial towns of Uitenhage and Despatch. ... Full story
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Huntsville - a touch of southern comfort.
The city of Huntsville, nestled amongst the hills of north Alabama, is certainly not the backwater southern town that I perhaps expected. It manages to combine a delightful historical old-town with a state of the art high-tech modern city built around the U.S. space programme. ... Full story