Oct 11, 2011

(Anaheim, October 2011) – With family travel in high demand, Trafalgar has introduced four exciting new itineraries in the 2012 Family Experiences brochure. Now adding up to 18 itineraries, the Family Experiences guided vacations are activity-packed and designed specifically to meet family travel needs.   The four new itineraries invite guests to explore

Sep 19, 2011

For those who prefer the highest standard of accommodations and the elegance of a luxury train journey on the Blue Train, “South Africa in Elegant Style” is a stunning itinerary. Travelers will not only enjoy the beauty of Cape Town at The Table Bay Hotel, a 5-star luxury accommodation, but they will also experience a 5-star safari in one of the most

Aug 21, 2011

Lion World Tours is offering their signature “South Africa In Style” package starting at just USD $2,699* per person for travel during September 1-30, 2011. This package includes international airfare and fuel surcharges!  In addition to airfare from New York (JFK) or Washington DC (Dulles) on South African Airways, the package also includes a 4-night stay

Jun 18, 2011

The Annual Migration in the Masai Mara is without a doubt one of the main reasons to opt for a safari holiday, but Acacia Africa has uncovered some less well-known migratory extravaganzas, with opportunities to view some spectacular wildlife including, celebrity sharks, dragonflies, and literally, millions of sardines. Dubbed “the greatest shoal on earth,”

Dec 25, 2010

The Slave Lodge in Cape Town is an unprepossessing building on Wale Street close to the Cathedral, the Company Gardens and the Houses of Parliament. Don’t be fooled by its lightly coloured exterior, as the exhibitions inside reveal dark secrets about its past. The Slave Lodge was built in 1679, making it the second oldest colonial building in South Africa. It

Dec 22, 2010

The most poignant symbol of the apartheid regime is the District 6 Museum. District 6 was a vibrant community of Cape Malays, Indians, Blacks and a few Whites. On 11 February 1966, the apartheid regime declared District Six a whites-only area under the Group Areas Act and by 1982, 60,000 people had been relocated to the Cape Flats township around 15 miles away.

Dec 19, 2010

Book well in advance for your trip to Robben Island, especially in the summer holidays when there can be a wait of two weeks before there’s a free spot. Try and get to the Nelson Mandela Gateway early to board the boat as the best seats are on the top deck with the especially eye-catching views of Table Mountain.  Remember that there is no land between Robben

Dec 16, 2010

My guess is that most tourists will visit the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront more than any other attraction in Cape Town. There’s a huge choice of shopping opportunities for those items that travellers may have forgotten to bring with them and for souvenirs too.  Indeed there’s a large craft market full of carved items, T-shirts, and paintings. This is

Sep 21, 2010

The Gold of Africa Museum is found at 96 Strand Street in Cape Town. The museum is located in the Martin Melck House. The exhibition dedicated to the history and artistry of African gold begins on the first floor.   First comes the history via an astounding timeline of the importance of gold throughout the ages. Some people had too much gold such as Croesus of

Sep 18, 2010

Cape Agulhas is the most southerly point in Africa and is approximately a two hour drive from Cape Town. It’s so atmospheric to stand on the beach with the Atlantic and Indian Oceans merging behind you and think that everything on this continent is north of you. The lighthouse is cute beyond belief with its two circles of red on the tower. There is an

Sep 15, 2010

Located on the slopes of Signal Hill, close to the City Centre, and with Table Mountain looming nearby, the Bo Kaap district of Cape Town is one of the most interesting neighbourhoods in any major city. The residents of this inner city area, with its brightly painted houses being picked out by the sun, are descended from some of the slaves that were imported by

Sep 12, 2010

The Tweede Nuwe Jaar, or second New Year holiday, on January 2nd dates back to the time of slavery – their owners had New Year’s celebrations, which required the slaves to cook, serve food, and attend to the guest’s needs. These owners allowed the slaves to have the following day off instead by way of thanks – bear in mind this was their only

Aug 15, 2010

The most exciting route up Table Mountain in Cape Town is the India Venster, which should be attempted in good weather, with a guide, and wearing footwear with a good grip.  It can take between two and four hours to make the climb and the vertical gain is around 687 metres. The route starts along the steps at the lower cable car station and heads upwards under

When visiting South Africa, I never fail to make a trip to Simonstown on False Bay and to look at the penguins in Bolders Colony nearby. It’s a unique opportunity to observe and mingle with the African penguins which have made their home there since 1982 when the first two pairs happened to settle there and breed. Nobody really knows where they came from

“If you are ever chased by an ostrich,” said the farmer, “never run. Instead just lie on the ground and just cover your head. This way, it might jump all over you, even break a few ribs, but it will not kill you. But if you are standing, a kick from an ostrich could easily kill. Can you see its feet?” I looked down at its