Time to escape mid winter blues.

The soccer world cup is almost history. With life returning to normality after a month of football hype why not escape winter for a couple of days and take a break to rejuvenate mind, body and soul?

Mozambique

Casa Rex in Vilanculos is described as, ‘manicured, up-market, and a lush oasis by a recent guest. This delightful home away from home is situated overlooking the Bazaruto Archipelago offering brilliant views of the islands & the crystal clear azure waters of the Indian Ocean in Vilanculos. Reminiscent of a gracious era, with buildings surrounded by fertile gardens, the hotel overlooks the southern-central section of Vilanculos Bay. Try the following holiday package for size…the slipper may just fit:

Try the ultimate in beach paradise, The Flamingo Bay Water Lodge, situated on stilts in the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean, this eco paradise is home to flocks of flamingoes, beautiful mangrove waterways and the very rare Dugong. Located on the coast with some of the most spectacular coral reefs in the world, Flamingo Bay offers the perfect experience for visitors and honeymooners.

Why Cruise?

You will have more fun than you have had in a long time. Cruises offer great value and they provide an opportunity to visit world-famous destinations that many a traveller would never be able to afford if they had to pay for the food, transportation and accommodation separately. There are cruises to suit every type of traveller.

Italy & Greece

Looking for a bargain, unusual ports, and a great time on a cruise? A repositioning cruise may be just the ticket for you. Exploring Greek waters with a repositioning cruise can be a great way to experience unusual destinations and save money, even on some of the world's most deluxe cruise lines. Embark in the romantic city of Venice and cruise to the Greek Islands of Rhodes and Mykonos and experience the ancient city of Dubrovnik in Croatia.

Alaska

Answer the call to the wild! In the land of the midnight sun, you’ll need every extra minute of daylight if you want to experience it all. From the awe-inspiring blue ice of a massive glacial field to the expansive grandeur of the wildlife and nature, everything in Alaska is bigger, and there is no other way to see the Inside Passage and the Pacific Ocean than on the Norwegian Star, especially from your own private balcony. Start your Alaska cruise from Seattle and get ready for amazing views and wildlife like nowhere else. Watch for orcas. Go dog sledding. Or pan for gold. On board relax in the Mandara spa and watch the scenery glide by.

The Norwegian Star departs from Seattle for her 7 night cruise calling at Ketchikan, Junaeu, Cruise Sawyer Glacier, Skagway, Prince Albert and cruise the Pacific Ocean before returning to Seattle.

France

River cruising offers a comfortable and relaxing holiday through many of the world’s most picturesque rivers, canals, inlets and harbours. France has some river cruises to offer the discerning traveller. Step on board your luxury  river cruise ship and see the world's most beautiful cities, drift gently afloat through the countryside, visit local art galleries, castles, restaurants, theatres, markets, vineyards or museums - wander through scenic rural regions, enjoy the fresh air and peace - in comfort, if this is your idea of a holiday then a river cruise is for you.

Spain

Discover two extraordinary rivers the Guadalqivir and the Guadiana where history art and nature sum up the very essence of one of the most attractive regions in Europe.

Russian River Cruising

Over the years cruising the Russian waterways has established itself as one of the most popular ways to see Russia. Not only do you get introduced to the opulent beauty of palaces and cathedrals in Moscow and St Petersburg, you also get to experience some of the monasteries, churches and museums of rural Russia in between!

Climb aboard Peter the First cruise vessel, with only 53 cabins accommodating up to 130 passengers, this vessel will offer you the most unique cruise on the Russian market. Whereas most Moscow to St Petersburg cruise vessels have modest twin bed cabins and en-suite facilities, Peter the First is equipped with a spacious range of cabins with twin, double and queen size beds, a mahogany finish within the cabins and en-suite bathrooms with a separate shower cubicle:

Trendy Thailand and the island of Koh Samui.

Koh Samui is a tropical island, which has maintained its charm and has everything to offer - from coconut tree fringed beaches to tropical jungles to a vibrant nightlife. Popular beaches are Chaweng, Lamai, Bophut & Maenam.

Accommodations range from bungalows and villas to 5 star boutique resorts, suitable for all budgets. There are restaurants of all flavours, spas and massage facilities for rejuvenation. Activities include elephant trekking, canoeing, sailing, diving, golfing, fishing, biking and all you can think of. There is so much to see, waterfalls, temples and jungles as well as a butterfly garden, an aquarium and tiger zoo, monkey theatre, snake and crocodile farm. For just under R10000 from Johannesburg fly to a magical oasis in a tropical paradise, the Banana Fan Sea Resort which lies on the most beautiful part of Samui's famous Chaweng Beach in the Gulf of Thailand, with the finest white and powdery sand. Located at the south end of Chaweng Beach, yet not too far away from the famous shopping, entertainment and nightlife areas.

We are past the 2010 halfway mark! Where are you planning your next holiday? Let us know. We value your feedback so we can research and find the holiday of your dreams which is also most suited to your hard-earned moolla.

Happy traveling!
Lindsay Quail