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More BA lounge refurbishments
Just months after the opening of the refurbished British Airways lounge in Johannesburg, the airline announced improvements to its First and Club lounges at Chicago O’Hare Airport as well as Edinburgh and Berlin.
BA’s 2020 special to London
British Airways has launched a New Year special with long-haul fares starting from R8 248 for a Durban to London flight.The fare from Johannesburg to London is R8 348 and from Cape Town it is R9 348.
Bike Fest spreads its wings
Five South African biker festivals are scheduled for the two-wheel community this year. Read more about the Bike Fest 2020 Countrywide Schedule
Madikwe Magic
Tau Game Lodge in the Madikwe Reserve brings many unforgettable moments. Whether it’s a giant eagle owl taking flight, hyenas pups romping around their den or wildebeest pronking alongside our vehicle, this really is a place to sit, stare, and wonder.
A journey for Mum
I reach Mum, who is in the severe grip of Alzheimer’s. The joy on her face is a sight to behold. We hug and kiss and then the journey back starts. “Where are we going?” she asks.
Off to see Bodie and Doyle, Kojak and Arthur from Minder.
New York with Miss Universe
“I tried a New York bagel for the first time,” explained Zozi Tunzi with excitement, when I met our current Miss Universe the first time. “A bagel with salmon and cream cheese …”
Budapest wears her dark Communist past lightly, defiantly mixing fin de siècle garb with modern, stylish accessories. Like a courtesan, Pest reveals coquettish glimpses of her Austro-Hungarian grandeur in sumptuous facades and Hapsburg eagles on rooftops. Scented flower stalls and roast coffee aromas entice tourists and locals alike.
Illegal tyres cause road deaths
More than 60% of second-hand tyres in South Africa are illegal. Considering your life depends on them, it is like playing Russian Roulette with all chambers loaded.
Caroline Hurry
Editor in chiefPeripatetic founder and editor of travelwrite, Caroline focuses only on stuff that sparks joy, which includes forays into foreign lands, word herding, weaving tales, curating destinations, and discovering trails. To create some sparkle, visit our What We Offer page and let's see how we can work together
