Five fab eco getaways
If you’re hoping to get away for the holidays but you want to have an eco-friendly vacation, then look no further. Here’s your green light to eco getaways! According to a 2001 Tearfund Survey, 65% of...
View ArticleBlue Flag beaches for holiday season
Words by Emily van Rijswijck Holidaymakers heading for South Africa´s coastline can look forward to 27 Blue Flag beaches to choose from when the summer festive season gets underway in December. The...
View ArticleEco-friendly beach activities
What could be more eco-friendly than going to the beach? Well, not all beach activities are as green as you’d think! Here’s how to make your fun-in-the-sun holiday much greener than it used to be....
View ArticleGreen love getaways
You don’t need to book yourselves into a lavish five-star hotel or jet-set to a wondrous location in order to make the most of Valentine’s Day this year. Here are some fun, practical eco-friendly ways...
View ArticleGreen valley lives up to its name
When Joaquin Valverde bought Valverde Country Hotel in Muldersdrift, west of Johannesburg in Gauteng, about nine years ago, he had a vision to transform what was an abandoned building into a thriving...
View ArticleMaropeng sets green standard
World heritage site Maropeng, widely recognised as the place from which all humankind originated, is gaining acclaim as a top green destination in South Africa. Maropeng, situated at the Cradle of...
View ArticleHow to Fly Green
If you’re getting away for a spring fling or much-needed break, sometimes there is no way around having to step onto a plane. But before you do, here are some tips to show you how to fly green. Avoid...
View ArticleEco-Friendly Travel Tips for the Festive Season
How to Pack Lightly While you’re thinking about green holiday destinations and eco-friendly modes of travel, don’t forget what’s right under your nose: your luggage. How you pack for your getaway can...
View ArticleWould You Stay in this Green Hotel?
When going on holiday you might want to ensure that you stay at a green hotel, and you’re in luck because eco-friendly ones have been on the rise. There are some surprising finds, though, which are...
View ArticleNatural Mosquito Repellent Remedies for a Bug-Free Summer
Warm summer nights are heavenly but they also bring with them the terrors of the night – AKA mosquitos! How do you beat the mozzies without having to use toxic chemicals which are harsh on skin and...
View ArticleCoachella Valley Music & Arts Festival {Sustainability Rocks}
For those of you who don’t know, The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (commonly known as Coachella) is an annual thee-day music and arts festival held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio,...
View ArticleMazda Memories {Sunset Serenade}
Last month I had the privilege of attending the Mazda Wildlife Fund’s Sunset Serenade in the Kruger National Park. The purpose of the event is to raise funds and awareness around anti-rhino poaching....
View Article6 Must-Read Safe Driving Tips for this Holiday Season
December is a joyous time of year, a time to celebrate the successes or put to rest the disappointments of the past year, and to unwind and recharge for the year ahead. It’s also when people take to...
View ArticleTravel Destinations That Won’t Break Your Budget
You want to have a fantastic holiday vacation, but your destination shouldn’t have to be an expensive one. Here are some budget-friendly holiday spots and some eco-activities you can partake in while...
View ArticleEco-friendly Books to Read on the Beach
As summertime quickly approaches and you’re beginning to plan your holiday, it’s also time to start thinking about the reading material that will accompany you to the beach. Eco-friendly books are...
View ArticleThe Most Eco-Friendly Cities to Visit
When taking a holiday, you want to ensure that it’s as green as possible. Here some of the most eco-friendly cities in the world and the cool ways in which they high-five the planet. 1. Take a Ride...
View ArticleThe Most Eco-Friendly Ways To Travel on Holiday
You might make sure not to notch up lots of carbon miles on your way to and from your holiday destination, such as by making flying as eco-friendly as possible, but what about when you’re soaking up...
View ArticleHow to Be a Responsible Tourist
When you’re travelling around the country or exploring the world, do you forget about your green lifestyle? Just because you’re doing things such as creating waste or notching up carbon miles on...
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