In the press this week it was revealed that for the first quarter, the number of trips abroad that have been booked has fallen again, no big surprise. With the big firms reported ten to fifteen per cent drops in customer bookings.Holiday companies have cut capacities in anticipation of the drop in number of bookings. While there are locations that are on target to fill capacity such as locations outside the Euro zone, Turkey and Egypt for...more
Beaufort, South Carolina, is a beautiful place full of southern charm. It is a town that shouldn't be missed during your vacation to Hilton Head. One afternoon during your stay on the island, pack up the family and make some memories on the “The Queen of the Carolina Sea Islands.” Be sure to bring your sunscreen and a few extra towels in case the kids decide to splash around in the water.Beaufort home to many historic buildings and...more
There are many reasons to plan a Hilton Head vacation. Not only are there many resorts and golf courses, there is also plenty of nature to explore. Many visitors to Hilton Head are those that return year after year for a fantastic beach vacation.Hilton Head is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the United States. Hilton Head beach is a clam beach that is plenty wide. It allows lots of room for everyone to spread out and enjoy their time relaxing on the beach. The sea oats that line the beach are abundant and pleasant to look at. You will also find that the beach offers something for everyone. Joggers enjoy running on the beach because the sand is packed well. The hard sand even allows for bike riding along the ocean side. Children will not be disappointed, because even though the sand is well packed it is still soft enough to build sand castles. World class golfing has avid golfers coming to Hilton Head again and again. Hilton Head Island has 23 golf courses, all of which are astonishingly beautiful. Golfers find themselves taking in the fantastic weather on Hilton Head while enjoying a little friendly competition among friends. If you have a golfer in your family, then...more
If you are thinking about an ideal trip this coming holidays, Cape Town would be the ideal place to visit. Being one of the greatest cities in the world, it has all the facilities that you expect from a top class metropolis. Along with the advantages of the modern civilization, this beautiful city of South Africa has a wide range of natural beauty...more
The decision to purchase a holiday home in South Africa for personal enjoyment and investment was covered extensively from a purely investment viewpoint in my last article. If you missed it and would like a copy, please contract info@staysa.co.za and request a copy. In this article I will cover a similar decision but will base the content on...more
It wasn't that long ago that an airport was actually quite a nice place, perhaps even a nice experience with the anticipation of either returning to ones home after a day or two of meetings or business, or perhaps heading for a holiday destination. In South Africa, the airports were reasonably quiet, staff were efficient and usually had a smile on their faces, dare I mention that the female staff were always well groomed and a pleasure to do business with after a long days work. From Cape Town to Johannesburg, even the smaller airports in South Africa such as East London and Port Elizabeth offered visitors to South Africa a quick and efficient service.What happened guys! Accommodation standards went up, with Hotels, Bed and Breakfasts and others offering beds to tourists all rising to the occasion, lifting their game to international standards, car hire companies raised their service levels, as they were forced to compete against the best in the world, what did SAA do? They effectively blocked out the growth of opposition airlines as shown by the competitions commission, used their monopolistic position, the only airline to enjoy state assistance, to break the back of any...more
Some of the best travel destinations for women are in the Caribbean. With a number of tropical isles, the Caribbean is perfect for those looking for a fun-filled vacation. Be it beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters, and water sports such as...more
Summer is around the corner—prime time for vacations! But that is where we are all putting on the brakes. We are peering into our wallets and finding a little less now than we are used to. We feel the need to forgo some of our usual luxuries. So,...more
There is a reason Santa Barbara vacation rentals are a hot commodity. Santa Barbara is often referred to as "the American Riviera". The beautiful miles of beaches, majestic mountains, natural scenery and a very colorful diverse culture make Santa...more
You might not consider yourself an eco-warrior, but with a little careful planning and the right mindset, it is possible to have an ethically responsible gap year. Be warned though: being an ethical traveller is not just about taking the right sort...more
Cruising the Caribbean waters can afford you the unique opportunity to discover small, uninhabited islands where you can spend a lazy day, just soaking up the sun. Cruising the sparkling waters of the Caribbean can lead you to many exciting...more
Each year between April and November, Australia"s eastern coastline comes alive with the spectacular acrobatic displays of humpback whales. After a summer of feeding on krill in the Antarctic waters, these animals migrate north to sub tropical waters...more