'Conscious travel brings me closer to the things that matter, the people and how they’d like their stories told.’
Dawn Bradnick Jorgensen, The Incidental Tourist
Destination Thailand. Get there soon as you can.
Thailand is celebrated for its magnificent royal palaces, decorative temples, glorious beaches and modern cityscapes effortlessly perched alongside peaceful riverside communities. Rich in culture and tradition, the Kingdom reigns strong as one of the most
Nairobi, a Guide to Kenya’s Gateway City.
Nairobi as Kenya’s capital city is a hub of heaving cars and busses, khaki-clad tourists and cool fashionista locals proudly embracing the infectious energy of the country’s largest gateway city. A place that allows you
12 Exciting Things to do in Hermanus.
My beloved sunny South Africa is abundant with some of the world’s most alluring places to visit. Hermanus, found in the Western Cape Province’s Overberg region, is one of these amazing destinations. If you are
A Guide to More Responsible Travel.
Global trends indicate that an increasing number of travellers want to engage in local conservation and activities that promote sustainability. These more conscious travellers are opting for urban treehouses and island homestays, volunteering at animal
Azura Benguerra Mozambique. An Island Hop, Castaway Picnic And Snorkelling The Reef.
I had the great pleasure of visiting Azura Benguerra and it reminded me of how much beauty and wonder we have within easy reach of South Africa. Especially in Mozambique. Lucky for us Airlink have direct
How to Travel Without Breaking the Bank.
So like me, you’ve been bitten by the travel bug, and keep staring at your bank balance and wondering if you can afford to jet off for a while and travel the world. Or maybe
This conscious life I choose each day.
When asked to describe myself, be it professionally or personally, I say: ‘Writer. Beauty Seeker. Earth Advocate. A Conscious Traveller Committed to Nature’ and that I try to be. But where did it all begin?
Three Ways to Make Your Savings Go Further. Some Financial New Years Resolutions.
As you work through life, earning a salary over many years, your instinct will be to put some away in the bank. You want a little cushion of cash in case you face hardship in
‘Tis the season to be jolly. Reflections for a more conscious Christmas.
As we wind down to the end of another big year I plan to retreat to my parent’s in Pringle Bay for peace, rest and reflection. I’ll be donning one of my favourite hoodies –
Three Lifestyle Choices You Won’t Regret in 2022.
Your lifestyle is an incredibly important feature in your life. It dictates how, when, and where you have fun and when you take the time to work and progress your career. Choices about your lifestyle
The World’s Best New Luxury Hotels of 2021.
Despite the testing times of the global pandemic, 2021 has been a triumphant year for the luxury hotel industry – evidence of how defiant the sector remains. Though it is estimated that 45 per cent
Ten Awesome Things To Do In Cancun.
Located in the Mexican Yucatan Peninsula, Cancun boasts scenic turquoise seas, Mayan archaeological sites, nature reserves, all-inclusive resorts, and theme parks. An ever-popular destination with abundant natural beauty, ancient Mayan culture, water sports and adventure,
Segera, Kenya’s wildly luxurious retreat.
An oasis of luxury set against the foothills of Mount Kenya, Segera Retreat is home to conservation, community and culture. Its thatched villas, eccentric towers and living cactus boma are set within a garden rich
Exploring the Outdoors with my Dogs and Eukanuba, South Africa.
As a professional traveller and travel professional, I’ve found periods in my life when work took me away from home for extended periods of time, during which the thing I suffered most was leaving behind my beloved dogs
Iris Warriors. A film, ballet and myth that will become legend now released.
Travel is not always about physically going somewhere, sometimes travel is about being transported to another place in your mind. It’s a spiritual and emotional form of movement that takes you to a different world,
The Vineyard Friends Wines by Douglas Green are all about Farming Side by Side with Nature.
A wonderful surprise arrived, hand-delivered to my home and I’ve been enjoying sampling them ever since. A selection of Vineyard Friends – fine Wine by Douglas Green. Speaking to my love of the environment, sustainability
