Destination: South Africa

A different kind of Christmas?

Thu, 26 Dec 2013 | By davidt | Views [332]

I’d heard all about Christmas in South Africa before I got here so I was really looking forward to eating outdoors in shots and a tee shirt, enjoying the sun between courses. It seems that the sun was not let in on the plan however. Aside from ... Read more >

Photos: Christmas Day

Wed, 25 Dec 2013 | By davidt | Photo Gallery

Photos: Cape to Falls

Tue, 24 Dec 2013 | By yvonnebooth | Photo Gallery

Photos: The Mother City and Cape Peninsula

Tue, 24 Dec 2013 | By yvonnebooth | Photo Gallery

Photos: Carols by Candlelight

Wed, 18 Dec 2013 | By davidt | Photo Gallery

Photos: Ballooning

Mon, 16 Dec 2013 | By davidt | Photo Gallery

Back in Joburg (3-12/12)

Thu, 12 Dec 2013 | By davidt | Views [379]

I’ve not posted anything for a while, mainly due to a combination of not really being up to anything since getting back from Zim followed by lots happening at once. The first few days after getting back were pretty much spent lounging around the ... Read more >

Photos: Birdshow

Fri, 6 Dec 2013 | By davidt | Photo Gallery

Northwards to Zim (19/11)

Tue, 19 Nov 2013 | By davidt | Views [1501]

So, after all the preparation, we finally headed north yesterday, heading for Zimbabwe and in particular Bulawayo. From the various options we decided to travel through Botswana. This provided the added excitement of 2 borders to cross rather than 1.... Read more >

Heading North

Mon, 18 Nov 2013 | By davidt | Views [328] | Comments [1]

After 2 days to acclimatise, and a spot of relaxing by the pool, it’s almost time to head north for the trip to Zimbabwe. It’s a 4am departure so tonight now consists of packing and an early night. Not sure if the laptop is heading north ... Read more >

Flights and First Impressions

Sat, 16 Nov 2013 | By davidt | Views [456] | Comments [1]

The fact that I’ve posted this will let you know that I have at least managed to get here in one piece. I did the trip with a 4 ½ hour stop-over in Dubai which could have done with being 2 hours shorter in an ideal world. The trip from ... Read more >

Homeward Bound~

Sun, 10 Nov 2013 | By tiffany3939 | Views [423]

And I can't wait!!! I have very much enjoyed these past several months, but I am ready to return to the promised land, as I miss much. I have seen some things; from amazing architecture, to stunning sunsets, the world we live in is truly beautiful, mind ... Read more >

Final Countdown...

Thu, 7 Nov 2013 | By tiffany3939 | Views [432]

Less than a week left on this adventure, and although it has been fantastic, I am ready to return home. I miss my bed, and I miss my crew. I have met some incredible people on my trip, but I find myself longing for those that know me best...soon come.... Read more >

Your Backyard - The Juice

Wed, 6 Nov 2013 | By thejuice | Views [1740] | Comments [5] | Video | Scholarship Entry

The subject is inspired by how misinformed people are about our country. We as South Africans often laugh about how other nationals don't believe we have white people who native to our country or the notion that we are surrounded by wildlife. When in ... Read more >

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Roadtrip - In search of truth, the world's best coffee shop

Wed, 6 Nov 2013 | By danie | Views [2232] | Video | Scholarship Entry

The inspiration for doing a road trip came from all the past experiences we've had on road trips that we enjoyed along with fond memories of Cape Town which is always very exciting to visit! You don't need a reason to visit Cape Town, but Truth coffee ... Read more >

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