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Bird Safaris: Timbavatis Most Desired Plumage


Normally when you think Safari you think Big 5. The spotlight or limelight is traditionally on lions, cheetah or elephants. But when do the birds get some of the attention?

Creative Camp Cooking


For most people, outdoor cooking is synonymous with barbeque, but there are many other ways to cook outdoors. If you have been camping, you are probably at least familiar with the portable propane stoves which provide a burner or two similar to the stovetop burners you have at home. In addition, you may have also heard of dutch ovens. However, I am thinking most people who have not been involved in scouting have probably not heard of box ovens.

Viewpoints on Whale Watching in Hermanus!


If you're looking to spot a whale, the first few things you'll hear people say is:

The Different Styles of Tents Available


The dictionary defines a tent as 'a portable shelter usually of canvas or other cloth stretched over poles or supports and fastened to the ground with pegs and ropes'. That definition covers a wide variety of structures in many sizes, shapes and styles. Whether you're looking for family shelter on a camping trip, a pavilion for a wedding or a beach canopy, there's a tent to suit your needs.

Driving in Greece - How Bad is it?


Generally speaking, Greek drivers are not the best in Europe, but they are not the worst ? those people know who they are!

A Fishy Road Trip in Cairns


The Cairns Fishing AdventureA Great Australia Road Trip

Creative Camp Cooking - Part 2


In a previous article, I wrote primarily about box ovens. With this article, we will consider a couple of other ideas that can also make your camping meals fun and enjoyable.

Cheap Safari in Africa For $70 a Day - Heres How To Do It


You would think that a cheap safari in Africa for $70 a day would have to take place in some shady game reserve in Timbuktu that nobody visits. But not in this case.

Chimborazo: Learning Spanish At 20,600 Feet


Climbing the glaciers to the summit of Mount Chimborazo in Ecuador isn't highly technical. It is mountaineering, but how hard can it be, considering I went to 20,600 feet the first time I used crampons and an ice axe? Okay, I used them once for practice, on a sledding hill near my house. I climbed forty feet while people walked by with their sleds, telling their kids to stay away from me.

African Safari Gear Packing List - What To Take Along


The last thing you want on an African safari is to realise that you have left any important safari gear behind.

Whale Watching ? The Biggest Show on Earth


Whale watching is a spellbinding, entertaining, and thought-provoking adventure trip. It?s a show with the largest mammals on earth as the star performers. Whales are majestic and graceful giants, who?s every move seems effortless, choreographed, and yet playful. In this article discover how to get the most out of your trip.

The Best Safari Company for Your Safari Trip - Heres How To Choose


Which is the best African safari company for my safari trip?

One of the Oldest Traditions of the American West; The Dude Ranch


Dude Ranches first gained popularity in the 1920s, in large part due to the writings of Teddy Roosevelt. Working as a ranch man himself, Roosevelt not only spent time herding cattle, but he also urged Americans to explore for themselves. The popularity of dude ranch increased after WWII and soon became a main tourist attraction in the Rocky Mountain area around the 20's and 30's.

Camping Stove Performance: Ease of Use & What to Avoid


Important information about camping stoves...

Survival in the Wilderness: What to Do, What You Need


Summer is for picnics, hikes, outdoor concerts, barbeques ... and enjoying the wilderness.

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