Engaged during the Leap Year? Celebrate with one of these specials

Engaged during the Leap Year? Celebrate with one of these specials

1time Airlines offers all kinds of specials. Specials are usually advertised well in advance and also last for a fairly long time. This gives you the opportunity to benefit from it. Unless it is the morning of the date of the special, it's likely that it has sold out.

Leap year wedding

There is a Greek superstition that claims that if you get married during a leap year; your marriage will not last. Apparently one in five engaged couples in Greece will avoid leap weddings due to this superstition.

For the non-superstitious among us, get married during a leap year. It will make for a great wedding theme and there are also plenty of specials leap year time.

Prosing on the 29^th

Proposing on 29 February during a leap year was initially an Irish custom dating back to the fifth century. St Bridget convinced St Patrick that it wasn’t fair that women had to wait for a man to propose.

Natural wonders of the Western Cape

Natural wonders of the Western Cape

Cape Town is without a doubt one of the world’s most precious and beautiful cities. There are so many natural wonders to experience. Everything from endless quiet coastlines to cape game reserves are on the cards for visitors. There is never a dull moment to be had in The Mother City.

 

1. Cape Agulhas

Cape Agulhas is the southernmost tip of Africa. It is where the icy Atlantic Ocean and warm Indian Ocean meet.

 

2. Cape Wine lands

Route 62 is the longest wine route in the Western Cape and one of the longest wine routes in the world. Travelling along this route is breathtaking. Imagine beautiful vineyards, green valleys and tall mountains as far as the eye can see. That’s the Cape Wine lands.  

 

3. Cango Caves

The Cango Caves are the only show caves in Africa. Limestone formations, huge caverns and tight tunnels characterise the experience.

 

4. Table Mountain

Table Mountain has officially been listed one of new Seven Wonders of the World. It’s the only natural site on the planet to have a constellation of stars named after it. Expect to see beautiful fauna and flora on the mountain and the best views over the city of Cape Town.

 

 

Africa’s best holidays

Africa's best holidays

Africa has 54 sovereign countries—the most on any continent. She is bounded by the ocean in all directions. She is a vast continent with wide array of peoples, religions, and cultures. Each country has its own unique culture and distinct atmosphere. Diversity, natural beauty, wild life and unlimited potential are words used to describe Africa.

The African content is one of the most sought after places to visit. Many visitors are attracted by the flora and fauna. Others are attracted to Safari tourism and African National Parks. Natural wonders like The Nile River and Victoria Falls are like magnets attracting both international and local visitors.

The best way to explore is by hiring a car and driving from place to place. Kosi Bay car hire is a competitive car rental company with branches in over 300 cities in Africa.

Where to go

1. Kruger National Park

The Kruger is one of the most popular destinations. It is characterised by vast landscapes and spectacular African wildlife. On offer are thrilling game drives and walking safaris.Kruger Park lodging includes everything from affordable self-catering family bungalows to luxury private game lodges with all the trimmings.

2. Namibia

Namibia boasts remarkable natural attractions such as the Namib Desert, the Fish River Canyon Park, Etosha National Park and the Kalahari Desert. A Namibia holiday is an unbeatable experience that is highly recommended. Take in the deserts, the mountains, the villages and all that that Namibia has to offer.

3. Beach holidays

For a purely beach trip, why not go to Cape Town. The Mother City is home to some of the world’s greatest beaches. Spend hours on Camps Bay – surf, tan, and bob in the ocean. There are also world class restaurants and cocktail lounges just opposite the beach.

 

 

Top 5 things to do in Cape Town

Top 5 things to do in Cape Town

 

1. Wildlife Safari

There are a handful of game reserves just outside of Cape Town. Cape Town safari tours offer visitors the ability to view wild animals such as buffalo, rhino, giraffes and predators. Hey, if you’re lucky, maybe event the big 5 will be spotted too. Top reserves are Inverdoorn Game Reserve, Aquila Game Reserve and Kagga Kamma.

 

2. Visit the Two Oceans Aquarium

The aquarium is at the world class V & A Waterfront. View over 3000 living animals, including fish, invertebrates, mammals, reptiles and birds.

 

3. Horse riding on the beach

Go for a 2 hour horse ride along a quiet and pristine beach. If you are lucky you might see dolphins playing in the waves, with occasional sighting of whales.

 

4. Go club-hopping

Cape Town is renowned for its vibrant cosmopolitan night life. Everything from fancy cocktail bars to cheap pool bars is available. Also be sure to go to live concerts at venues such at Mercury Live, Zulu Bar or The Armchair Theatre.

 

5.Surf

Cape Town offers some great surfing spots for avid surfers. Elands Bay is about three hours’ drive up the West Coast from Cape Town. Great swells are to be expected.

 

New Years in Berlin

The largest New Year’s Eve Party

Berlin hosts one of the largest New Year’s Eve celebrations in all of Europe. And it just keeps getting better.  The focal point is fireworks at midnight, which is seen all over the country on this night.

When the clock strikes midnight

When the clock strikes midnight it is tradition to toast the New Year with a glass of Sekt, which is German sparkling wine. Touch a chimney sweeper or have him rub some ash onto your forehead for good health. Eat jelly filled doughnuts and marzipan pigs for good luck.

Berlin is the capital city of Germany. Fashions are made in Berlin. Parties too. Whatever you’re looking for there’s nothing you won’t find in Berlin.

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