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04/04/2014

This blog shows you 15 maps to help travelers to Cape Town. This should be in every city guide book. Look for a map of:
Beer crafting communities,
Popular running and cycling routes,
Where to find internet cafes etc

http://www.travelstart.co.za/blog/15-maps-cape-town-will-help-make-sense-mother-city/

1. Cape Town according to the locals 2. Beer Crafting Communities - Go forth and consume 3. Cellphone Signal Interruption/Infuriation Intensity - for when the mountain gets in the way of a good conversation Source: opensignal.com 4. South Easter Walloping Indicator 5. Foghorn Intensity Index 6.

10/01/2014

Gordon Keith: The real sin in Dallas Safari Club's black rhino hunt auction
http://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/columnists/gordon-keith/20140109-gordon-keith-the-real-sin-in-dallas-safari-club-s-black-rhino-hunt-auction.ece

Understanding the hunter’s compassion is one of the greatest things animal advocates can do for improving the survival of game species.

04/01/2014

FindTripInfo.com has a brand new blog filled with exciting travel articles. Starting this month (January) we will also be publishing a newsletter via the blog. Anyone interested in being notified of new articles and newsletters can subscribe at http://findtripinfo.com/africantravel/

19/12/2013

http://findtripinfo.com/africantravel/economical-cruise-train-in-south-africa/

Post navigation← PreviousEconomical Cruise Train in South AfricaPosted on December 19, 2013 by Findtripinfo.comShosholoza Meyl Cruise TrainMany travelers interested in train travel in South Africa will talk about the Blue Train or Rovos Rail. Both are amazing train experiences but they are also quit...

06/12/2013

Rest in peace Madiba. Our prayers and thoughts go out to Nelson Mandela's family.

12/11/2013

Why are the Flamingos disappearing from Lake Nakuru in Kenya?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=U28KMNDzCnQ

To environmental matters now. And scientists are yet to determine the cause of the rising water levels in a number of lakes in the rift valley. One such lake...

08/11/2013

Findtripinfo.com has just uploaded a full calendar of events that list the carnivals and festivals in Cape Town, South Africa.

Check it out.

http://www.findtripinfo.com/south-africa/cape-town/festivals-cape-town.html

Cape Town and the Western Cape host a kaleidoscope of annual events, festivals and carnivals to celebrate fun, music, culture, wine and cuisine.

05/11/2013

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=tcXU7G6zhjU

Please check out http://www.eii.org/gwc/ for more great information on Great Whale Conservancy Be sure to see our full story on this awesome rescue here http...

02/11/2013

I don't even know what to say!!
http://www.eturbonews.com/39386/texas-group-kill-rhino-africa-name-conservation

(eTN) - Killing and conservation normally are never found in the same paragraph when it comes to endangered species, let alone in the same sentence. ...

28/10/2013

The ugly side of voluntourism.
http://www.eturbonews.com/39220/orphanage-voluntourism-responsible-tourism-gone-wrong

Responsible tourism has an ugly side and you could very well be unknowingly feeding it. Picture this: You find yourself in a Third World country ...

28/10/2013

Did you know that there are 10 wine routes in and around Cape Town, South Africa?
http://www.findtripinfo.com/south-africa/cape-town/cape-winelands.html

Wine Routes near Cape Town: wine tasting, wine and food pairing, gourmet cuisine, historic routes and South Africa's best Cape Dutch Architecture.

10/10/2013

Come and check out all the new pages we have been adding to the Findtripinfo.com website. We are adding daily. Have a look at the new Cape Town beaches page with links to all out favorite beaches near Cape Town http://www.findtripinfo.com/south-africa/cape-town/cape-town-beach.html

Cape Town Beach Guide includes photos and videos of the top beaches of South Africa's Cape Atlantic Seaboard and False Bay shores. | FindTripInfo

10/09/2013

South Africa's Navy Festival is held in April every year. This is a super You Tube video showing all the excitement
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=sBLsLEnJJVk

South African Navy's Birthday Bash. An outstanding three day event open to the public. Go on deck the Navy's ships even under water into a sub. Cannons firin...

09/04/2013

Africa’s Eco Tourism Boom

When choosing a holiday, an increasing number of people are looking beyond the traditional touristic elements of a destination. As awareness of the environment grows across the world, people are looking to partake in environmentally sustainable traveling…

26/03/2013

Green travel in the cruise industry - responsible cruising.

If you care about the environment, then you want to express that in every part of your life. This especially goes for travel. Some people choose particularly low impact vacations, but what if you want to do something more mainstream? Cruises are very…

21/03/2013

Animal Planet's Battleground: Rhino Wars

It is a scary world when we realize that we need the special skills of Green Beret and SEAL veterans to protect our African wildlife. A Green Beret Medic, Navy SEAL ret. Intel, Navy SEAL ret. Sniper and Navy Seal team lead. They join the fight in the…

26/01/2013

It is truly amazing when scientists find a remarkable ability in an insect with a brain the size of a grain of rice. If somebody had told me that a Dung Beetle walks in a straight line because it is following Celestial cues, I would have laughed. The joke…

25/01/2013

Farmers recapture some crocodiles but thousands are still on the loose after South Africa floods. Sarah Sheffer reports.

05/01/2013

When thinking of Africa, we visualize endless savannas and open vistas as far as the eye can see. For many of Africa’s parks and reserves this is true, but there are also intimate locations not as widely known that offer some of the greatest gems.…

31/12/2012

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2012 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: 600 people reached the top of Mt. Everest in 2012. This blog got about 6,400 views in 2012. If every person who reached the top of Mt. Everest viewed…

18/12/2012

So is it ebony and ivory or ivory and ebony? These Zebras are an amazing example of diversity in nature. Without the Five (3) – Black on White or White on Black?.

13/12/2012

When we save for a vacation there are many costs to consider. Some are essential such as accommodation and food and some are add on considerations such as tours, activities or spa treatments. So it is annoying to pay additional fees to an airline when you…

29/11/2012

It seems to me that when we travel to another country, we should automatically respect the culture of that country. I believe firmly in, “when in Rome, do as the Romans do,” but this does not seem to be the way many travelers think. Is it their arrogance…

29/11/2012

A great new way to video showcase your business. Way to go Pickmestudio.com I love this!!
http://www.findtripinfo.com/video-slideshows.html #

Slide shows that play like a video: an inexpensive and effective way to reach real estate and tourism customers via mobile and internet | PickMeStudio

07/11/2012

Traditional Mekoro Poler A mekoro (also: mokoro or makoro) is a traditional canoe made by hollowing out (by hand) a large tree trunk. A mekoro in Botswana is a common sight, especially in the Okavango Delta. Polers will stand at one end, and push the…

02/11/2012

When I booked trips to Victoria Falls, people often asked, “When is the best time to go?” It was always such a difficult question to answer. I always answered with a question, “What is it that you want to see and do?” Attractions and activities depend on…

08/10/2012

Please help me launch my Pickmestudio.com website.
http://www.indiegogo.com/pickmestudio?show_todos=true

Help me to launch PickMeStudio.com - producing family tree-of-life and promotional video vignettes for mobile and social media.

20/09/2012

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obD6j352my0&fmt=18

Lynden - population 12,000 - is home to one of the largest Dutch American communities in the United States. The city's Dutch heritage is reflected in the sig...