Safari Vs. Zoo? Your thoughts ...

Safari or Zoo? What are your thoughts?

I personally have to sit on the fence on this one! I actually feel that both are excellent and both, of course, very different, but if you look at it from a conservation point, zoos do a wonderful job.

Take the Australia Zoo. You might know the owner, Steve Irwin, the great Aussie TV presenter who was known to the world as the Crocodile Hunter with his exploits in crocodile rescue. His zoo, which is today run by his wife Terri, ably supported by the rest of the family, is one of the most searched for words on Australia and draws visitors from across the world.

Safaris, on the other hand, allow us to get as close to wild animals, with no barriers, as it is possible to do! Thankfully, in the main, these wonderful game drives are for no more than shooting pictures with your camera and to be able to get a feel for how it is to be so unfettered in the big, wide world!

Choices, choices! If you want help with either your tailor made Australia travel or your South Africa travel, contact us at Tailor Made Luxury Travel for your own personalised travel itinerary.

Many Happy 90th Birthday Returns Mr Mandela!

Nelson Mandela turns 90! Many Happy Returns. I bet he never imagined getting to this illustrious age when incarcerated on Robben Island.

Here's one explanation - its the lack of junk food and cigarettes that have allowed him to have such good health! Take a look at TheSpoof.com's thoughts on the matter ... (Remember this is completely fictitious, but it brought a smile to my face!)

I for one, wish him well and hope that he still has many more birthdays to come. Just a thought, will he get a telegram from the Queen if he reaches 100?

Received the Free Report on Safari in South Africa Yet?

Have you received the free report, "9 Sure Fire Ways To Have The Safari In South Africa You Always Wanted" yet?

If not, you'll want to head over there straight away to get all the most up-to-date information on having the safari you want.

Here's what you'll find ...

• The best game reserves to visit and whether to combine your trip with other destinations
• The best time of year to visit
• What type of clothes to pack and equipment to take
• What animals you are likely to see and how to make sure you see all you want to
• What you can expect and much more

You will love looking at all the wonderful photos and it is guaranteed to have you packing your bags, grabbing your passport and heading for the nearest airport with your camera slung over your shoulder and your pith helmet on your head!

What are you waiting for? Go over there now and get the safari in South Africa you always wanted ...

Safari in South Africa - Cape Town's Waterfront

Safari in South Africa and you will not want to miss Cape Town's famous Waterfront. The old working docks have been transformed over the last 20 years into a busy, buzzing area full of great restaurants, shopping malls full of the most beautiful shops, and streets teeming with street theatre.

I've been having fun over the weekend putting my video up onto YouTube for you all to see, so here it is! Hope you like it! Watch out for more movies over the coming weeks ...

Safari in South Africa - 6 Days is Not Enough!

For a safari in South Africa, 6 days is not enough! So says Kaelynn in her assessment of her trip to South Africa.

Take a look at Kaelynn's blog and you will find a lovely young person's description of her time in South Africa. She's loved it so much, she's thinking of doing an internship at the University of Cape Town just so that she can come back to do all the things she didn't get time to do this time!

I particularly love her description of the restaurant at Spier, Stellenbosch called Moyo. It is an amazing sight to see the "tables" set amongst the treetops whilst all around is lit up with braziers and flaming torches - very atmospheric!

I also think that Kaelynn's description of the township visit good, although I would have loved to hear a bit more about it. What a pity Kaelynn has not had time to go up Table Mountain and visit Robben Island. You will have to come back, Kaelynn, to see the rest of the country!

Make sure you leave enough time on your visit to South Africa to fit in all the exciting things you need to see!

Safari in South Africa- Through the City of Cape Town

Take a safari in South Africa and one of the cities you must not miss is Cape Town. I've just found this great little video which I think gives you a small taster of what your vacation in Cape Town could be like.

Take a look now!



Why not purchase the ebook, "An Insider’s Guide To South Africa: 101 Things You Should Know Before Visiting Cape Town"

You'll find a wealth of information about this fascinating city at the foot of Africa, so that you'll make the most of your precious time in Cape Town when you are there.