Compile a practical packing list before leaving on holiday
Smart packing makes travel across Southern Africa smoother and more enjoyable.
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Is it safe to go holidaying in Mozambique?
Mozambique’s beaches still hold enormous appeal, but smart planning matters more than ever. Southern routes remain popular for South Africans, while understanding regional safety differences can shape a far better holiday.
Oh shucks! The high fuel price ruined my planned holiday
South Africa’s rising fuel prices are reshaping the way travellers plan their holidays, turning dream road trips into careful calculations.
Camping when it is freezing cold: how to survive
Freezing-weather camping is not for the careless, but with smart preparation, it can become one of winter’s most rewarding adventures.
Five novel ideas for this coming winter holiday
From desert roads to hot springs and star beds, Southern Africa offers imaginative destinations for winter escapes.
The jewels of the Northern Cape
The Northern Cape offers some of South Africa’s most remarkable yet underrated journeys, from roaring waterfalls to desert silence and star-heavy skies.
Visiting South Africa’s east coast in winter
South Africa’s east coast proves winter does not always mean wool blankets and grey skies.