By BRUCE DENNILL “Let’s go and see the devil.” “Pardon?” It is the final night of a trip to the venerable Karoo capital of Graaff-Reinet, and with the end of dinner, the official itinerary is complete. Some of our party have retired to bed. Others have enjoyed a...
By EMILY SHERLOCK The last two years have seen record-high global temperatures and more extreme weather events as a result of climate change, and it is becoming increasingly clear to many that the future of the planet’s much-loved destinations is no...
Some sacred sites around the globe are believed to turn into paranormal hotspots as the sun sets. From the echoing chants of lost souls to spine-chilling apparition sightings, many travellers find these eerie transformations particularly...
Paying attention to tipping etiquette can make a holiday in a foreign country less awkward and more rewarding for all concerned. Travel experts from Panache Cruises suggest the following guide. United Kingdom Tipping is not expected in the UK because...
By BEN WRIGHT “Yes, there are a lot of tourists in Iceland now, perhaps too many,” said Silvia, in perfect English and with no irony. Her daughters, who spoke English too, as well as Icelandic and Zulu, were playing with mine at Boston Airport. We were on the...
